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Un consumidor arma un cigarrillo de marihuana. Credit: Photo Stock.
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By Cristina Hernández

When Marijuana Helps the Ill
Tierramérica spoke with individuals who consume marijuana for medical purposes in the U.S. city of San Francisco, where the practice is permitted under local law. But there are many, including the federal government, who question the plant's medicinal properties.

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Katia Cardenal
Katia Cardenal.
By Nohelia González

Katia Cardenal:
"Soften your heart"

"I don't lose hope," said Nicaraguan singer-songwriter Katia Cardenal, member of the popular duo Guardabarranco, when Tierramérica asked her about the future of children in her country.
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Antigua es patrimonio cultural de la humanidad. Credit: Photo Stock
Antigua is a UNESCO heritage of humanity site. Photo credit: Photo Stock.
By Edin Hernández

Guatemala - Retail Project Spells Dispute in Antigua
The colonial capital of Guatemala is now the scenario of a battle over a shopping center, pitting conservationists against entrepreneurs. Construction slated to begin in April.

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Wheat
Wheat is one of the basic grains that gave rise to civilization. Wheat cultivation is profoundly linked to ancient and modern history. This grain is milled into flour and used to make a food that is essential to millions around the world: bread.
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A project to build efficient housing in Brazil...Debate on trade and protected areas in Honduras... The homeless invade Caracas green areas... Costa Rica offers incentives to use alternative energy... Trial on bird trafficking in Guatemala.

 
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