The Obama administration has relaxed travel restrictions to Cuba, reinstating Bill Clinton's policy of allowing people-to-people travel.
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Matt Mallinson's comment,
September 19, 2012 3:32 PM
I feel this is a good and bad situation. I'm not very educated on how Cuba is these days, but from what I've known over the years, Cuba isn't a great place for tourists. I'm sure there are some nice places specifically for tourists to see, but there are many bad areas in Cuba than there are great areas.
Jodi Brindamour's comment,
September 20, 2012 11:08 AM
Cuba may not be the best country but people should be able to go where every they want to. If people want to go to Cuba, the governenment should not have restricted them from doing so. I personally do not believe I would ever go myself but for those who want to should be able to.
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:24 PM
It has been almost 50 years since the United States set their first embargoes against Cuba in place. We are no longer in the Cold War and Cuba poses little threat to our safety. If people wish to vacation in Cuba, or even study there, they should have every right to. Cuba is not a dangerous nation like Haiti and other Latin American countries. Personally, I would enjoy visiting Cuba. The island nation is rich in culture, heritage and history. I am glad the travel restrictions have been eased.
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Methane from a landfill will flow to a power plant, helping to keep the lights on in the city.
When Mexico City’s government shut down the giant Bordo Poniente landfill last December, officials announced that they had a full-blown plan for the site...the city aims to capture the methane gas produced by the landfill to fuel a power plant that could supply electricity to as many as 35,000 homes. Via Seth Dixon
Matt Mallinson's comment,
September 19, 2012 11:32 AM
This idea seems awesome for the country of Mexico. Being able to change a landfill and converting it to energy to supply homes is awesome for any economy. 35,000 homes is a large amount, many families will be better off.
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:54 PM
The innovative steps being taken by Mexico in this situation greatly surprises me. For an underdeveloped country like Mexico, this plan can likely bring cheap electricity to a greater part of the population. Using waste is a great alternative to fossil fuels which are non-renewable and harmful to the environment. Not only do I think this is a great idea, I think America and other countries should mimic their efforts. This is unlikely because it will put the big electric companies out of business...
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The Zetas are now the largest cartel in Mexico, overtaking their bitter rival, the Sinaloa cartel, a report by US security firm Stratfor suggests.
When the Sinaloa cartel was the 'big dog,' they had a tacit understanding with the government and the government would target other drug syndicates and basically leave the important members of 'La Federacion' alone. The Sinaloans operate primarily through bribery and corruption while the Zetas specialize in horrific brutality. Now that the Zetas have muscled their way into more turf and more influential networks, how will that reshape the geopolitical paradigm? What with the effect be for Mexican citizens and for those on both sides of the border? This is not a good turn of events. Via Seth Dixon
Matt Mallinson's comment,
September 19, 2012 11:04 AM
I honestly had to idea of what was really going on in Mexico, the U.S. has to at least make the effort to report this as news. People need to know, even if it isn't news from our country.
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:42 PM
The ascendency of the Zetas will only bring more violence and destruction to Mexico. They replace a corrupt regime with a much more violent one that will be a danger to Mexicans on both sides of the border. In a country where cartels have more powerful than government, it would be beneficial to at least have a sympathetic regime in charge. Instead, the Zetas commit violent crimes and pose a threat to Mexicans.
Joshua Choiniere's comment,
September 26, 2012 11:36 AM
The Zetas through the use of extreme force have become one of the most powerful and feared cartels in Mexico. Instead of bribeing groups or polticians they use kidnapping, rape, death to achieve what they want. This is incredible dangerous for not only Mexico but for the World because as this article says they are pushing into South American and exporting into other parts of the world. So I think this problem is not only the Mexican Goverments problem but everyones, we all should put a stop to this sort of group.
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This is an excellent source for the under-report DECLINE of undocumented migration into the United States. "Economic, demographic and social changes in Mexico are suppressing illegal immigration as much as the poor economy or legal crackdowns in the United States." Via Seth Dixon
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:09 PM
Although migration may be declining, this does not take into account the children born of illegal immigrants. This increased the U.S. population and avoids statistics of illegals since children born here are United States citizens. Aside from that, there are many factors that have led to the reduction in illegal immigration to the United States from Mexico. The job market in this country is poor, so it would be futile for Mexicans to journey here in search of a better life.
Elizabeth Allen's comment,
September 24, 2012 12:21 PM
This is an eye-opening article. I did not know that migration rates were lowering. It is an informative read that allows the reader to recognize that times are changing. Mexico is advancing in many aspects, such as educaton. Mexicans rather keep their family ties stong and remain in Mexico. With better educational opportunities they are able to stay in Mexico. also stricter border control and high migration expenses help to keep the potential migrates in their home country; which is where they rather be. The risks outweigh the benefits.
Stephanie Cordeiro's comment,
October 7, 2012 12:16 AM
This article is funny because we were always worried about illegal immigrants entering the U.S from Mexico, and look at it now, Mexicans don’t even want to come to the U.S because they say they are better off staying in Mexico. I never even knew this; that the migration were decreasing as well. But I can relate to this; I have some family members in Portugal, and they don’t want to move here for a better life, they’d rather just stay in Portugal. The U.S isn’t really attractive to people because we are enforcing such rules!!! Well, this is what the U.S wants, to stop illegal immigrants from coming; well, we are getting that because Mexicans don’t want to come!! Also, there hasn’t been much childbirth, so that is a major factor because there are less people, and that will lead to less people trying to get into the U.S. Since education and employment have expanded in Mexico, there really is no need for Mexicans to enter the U.S. They will be better off there!! It is also much more dangerous to enter the U.S now because we have many officials guarding the border. The U.S just doesn’t look like the dreamland anymore; besides, if Mexico has more there now, then they can stay there!! In my opinion, the U.S isn’t a dreamland anymore and the economy has gone downhill!!
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The shape of a state can greatly impact the political cohesion of a country as well as it's economic viability. While this is obviously a fictitious map, it draws our attention to the logistic difficulties that confront Palestine with the Israelis controlling crucial transportation access points and corridors.
Questions to Ponder: How is the a 'persuasive map?' What are some of the geographic impacts of this fragmentation on Palestine? For Israel?
Tags: cartography, MiddleEast, political, states, territoriality, unit 4 political. Via Seth Dixon 
Melissa Burr's comment,
October 10, 2012 10:13 AM
This map is persuasive because it does not show the usual Palestine. This map is fragmented and the geographic impacts it shows are the routes taken in at leisure for maritime activity and also shows the urban and popluated areas in the past and how how the sraelites impact those areas.
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The reason this is a persuasive map in my opinion is that this map does a very good job of allowing the reader to understand the focus in which it intends to present. information key which it offers is crucial to the map b/ it help the reader better understand and analyze this map in its entirety. as far As the second question unfortunately I am not very knowledgeable as far as the impact his map as on palestiine or isreal.
Jesse Gauthier's comment,
October 10, 2012 11:24 AM
This map is unique and not typical. The way that Palestine's land is severed and each transportation access point is clearly shown and highlighted, makes this map's data very persuasive and impactful. This map examines the Israelis' control of the land.
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Hindu Business LineUrban agriculture for food securityHindu Business LineAccording to FAO urban agriculture can be defined as: “An industry that produces, processes and markets food and fuel, largely in response to the daily demand of consumers within... Via Alan Yoshioka Delete the scoop?
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This post makes me giggle.Well, not the actual post, since I haven't written it yet, but the fact that I am still inflicting innocent and unsuspecting passersby with what seems to be the endless life of the Asparagus Cake--the trompe l'oeil cake I... Via Quatela Sarah
Matt Mallinson's comment,
September 5, 2012 2:03 PM
I've never seen anything like this, I would definitely try this.
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There is no “African” food.But Americans are beginning to try the continent’s different regional cuisines — and they’re liking them...
What is considered ethnic foods changes over time. For example, many Americans no longer consider Italian 'ethnic food' but part of mainstream culture while it was not 100 years ago. What drives our interest in ethnic foods and what cultural exchanges occurs in the packaging of culture in an edible commodity? Via Seth Dixon
Matt Mallinson's comment,
August 29, 2012 3:08 PM
I love Chinese food, everything I've ever had was good to me. I'm not very educated about African food, but I think I would be open to trying many types of food. MM
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Where are the most culturally rich cities in the world? The World Cities Culture Report has named its Top 12 choices. Do you agree with the picks? How do we rank "culture" in lists such as these? I looked at the list of cities, and I think Rio, Brazil should be in this list as well. Every picture of each city looks amazing, it makes me wish I had money. MM Via Mr. David Burton Delete the scoop?
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The Central American nation is the most violent country in the world, according to the United Nations. A mix of drug trafficking, political instability and history adds up to a murder rate that is now four times that of Mexico. Via Seth Dixon
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:21 PM
Unfortunately, the drug trade business is a lucrative one, especially in Third World countries where there are few other options. With drugs comes violence 100% of the time. To add to the misery, there is corruption in government and in civil servants as well. When the police are contributing to the murder rate, you know you have issues as a nation. This really surprised me, because I had no idea how dangerous Honduras really was. I would have guessed a Sub-Saharan African nation would have been the most violent...
Elizabeth Allen's comment,
December 6, 2012 10:03 PM
Corruption is inflicting Honduras. There are many factors causing this. High drug trafficking, poor governemnt system, and high murder rates. to hear that anywhere has a higher murde rate than Mexico- is astounding. And further, to know that many murders at at the hands of police is disturbing. Affiliation in gangs and gang warfare is costing lives. The police seem crooked, so I cannot imagine crime rate will decline anytime soon. It must be bad if the Peace Corp has vacated.
Elizabeth Allen's comment,
December 6, 2012 10:03 PM
Corruption is inflicting Honduras. There are many factors causing this. High drug trafficking, poor governemnt system, and high murder rates. to hear that anywhere has a higher murde rate than Mexico- is astounding. And further, to know that many murders at at the hands of police is disturbing. Affiliation in gangs and gang warfare is costing lives. The police seem crooked, so I cannot imagine crime rate will decline anytime soon. It must be bad if the Peace Corp has vacated.
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In several previous posts we have looked at specific migration channels connecting Mexico to the USA: From Morelos to Minnesota; case study of a migrant...
An excellent way to show examples of chain migration and the gravity model...students will understand the concepts with concretes examples. These interactive maps have crisp geo-visualizations of the migratory flows. Via Seth Dixon
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:51 PM
Ethnic groups have always been drawn to areas where there kinsmen reside. This map reinforces this idea. Texas and California are obvious destinations due to proximity, but Chicago shows how migrants join family and others with ethnic ties to maintain heritage and feel closer to home. Chicago has a large minority population, which also contributes to this.
Benjamin DeRita's comment,
September 24, 2012 1:28 PM
For the majority of regions the migration percentages are seemingly obvious and to be expected. However, am surprised to see a region such as Guerrero have a high concentration of relocation to Raleigh, NC. Also Guerrero seems unique where it has no clear dominant destination compared to many of its neighbors. Outside of Chicago (1) the next four cities are essentially receiving equal migration.
Sam Capron's curator insight,
February 7, 12:32 PM
I found this map very interesting because my original thought was that the most migration would take place close to the boarders and flow exponentially outward. The fact that Chicago has more migration from Mexico than Texas, Arizona, or California kind of throws a wrench in that hypothesis. Perhaps migration is not based so much on location, but rather what work is available in the region, how strict the local laws on immigration are, and if there is family in the area. Delete the scoop?
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Tens of thousands of well-off Mexicans have moved north of the border in a quiet exodus over the past few years, according to local officials, border experts and demographers.
The migration from Mexico to the USA has slowed tremendously in the 21st century, but due to the drug violence, the demographic profile of the migrants has changed significantly. Via Seth Dixon 
Sean Rooney's comment,
September 20, 2012 3:14 PM
Drug violence plays a crucial role in Mexico. The government needs to address the drug problem in Mexico. The current system is clearly not working out and will get worse in the long run. I agree with the notion of corruption has a crucial impact on the Mexican government. We discussed in class that officials "turn their heads" in these situations. I am curious to see if drug violence improves in the long run.
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:12 PM
In some cases, wealthy Mexican drug lords have more power than local and even national government. The dangers of Mexico have even deferred tourism. In one instance, a newly wed bride watched her husband get decapitated by drug lords while they were abducted after jet skiing. Affluent Mexicans who have the ability to flee the country wisely do so, and who can blame them?
Joshua Choiniere's comment,
September 21, 2012 3:27 PM
This story reminds me of the Dutch Africans who moved from their settlements and went futher into the country to avoid British colonalism. Although far apart and not the same conditions i found the migration of the people to be similar in comparison with the affulnt Mexicans that are afriad for their safety. The people are so afriad for their lives that there willing to leave everything and move just to preserve there life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness. I have no problem with this group of people migrating to the U.S because if they stay the powerful drug cartel will harress them and kill them.
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Any cartographic fine-tuning of borders that you would suggest? What truths does this map obscure?
Tags: regions, sport, mapping. Via Seth Dixon 
Nick Flanagan's curator insight,
December 12, 2012 8:28 PM
I like how this map shows regionaly were most fans of a certain team are. However one thing it fails to take into account are fans of a certain team that live in another region. Like I live in Rhode Isalnd so based on the map i would be a Patriots fan, however I am 49ers fan, and I know i am not the only fan of a team not living in that teams region. 
Heather Ramsey's curator insight,
January 25, 7:49 PM
An excellent visual representation of functional regions.
Sam Capron's curator insight,
February 7, 5:59 PM
In a sense it splits the country into differing regions. While some hold true to the same boarders as in Geography books, they go beyond that and tell a different story. Highly contentious areas on the map are shown such as the fan divide between the Oakland Raiders and the San Francisco 49ers. This map also shows blurring of fan bases outside of the area for which the team is centered. For example the Cowboys influence bleeds out of Texas and shares New Mexico with the Arizona Cardinals. Delete the scoop?
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PPusa: International Fast Food Chains Haven’t Been Successful in Finland… http://dlvr.it/LRjY4 Via Ulla M. Saikku Delete the scoop?
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We’ve all seen it before — you’re in a restaurant and the person at the table next to you has their camera phone out and is happy-snapping their chosen dish before uploading it to... Via Leggo Tung Lei Delete the scoop?
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McDonald's plans to open the first in a series of all-vegetarian restaurants in India next year. But rest assured, in most locations around the world, meat will stay on the menu.
Many of the most successful global companies or brands use highly regional variations that are attuned to local cultural norms and customs. The McAloo Tikki burger— which uses a spicy, fried potato-based patty — is the Indian McDonald's top seller.
Questions to ponder: What are the forces that lead towards an accelaration of human connectivity around the globe? What are the postive impacts of this increased connectivity? What are some negative impacts? Are these impacts the same in all places? Explain.
Tags: Globalization, food, culture, unit 3 culture and SouthAsia. Via Seth Dixon 
baylee gelnett's comment,
September 12, 2012 9:24 AM
This could go either way, it could backfire, or it could make them profit by turning more people onto McDonalds. It could back fire because they are known for their 100% beef and for that all to change it could turn people away. If that were in the US it wouldnt last because most of the people in the US are not vegans, and almost half is obese and therefore gives more profit to the regular McDonalds.
Dylan Curran's comment,
September 12, 2012 10:28 PM
this is a good way to at least start one part of the world off right. It doesnt look very good. It seems to have good flavor along with it so i dont think it would taste that bad. Sadly our nation still likes to stick with the good stuff and thats we our country is so obese.
Josiah Melchor's comment,
September 12, 2012 11:09 PM
I like the fact that McDonald's is taking a step to make their restaurants be suited to different cultures around the globe. I think that adding exclusive food on their menu for certain places will make a generic McDonalds become a tourist attraction and add curiosity to its consumers.
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Indiana State Police still finding “Hot Trucks” on Indiana roadways carrying unrefrigerated and spoiled food, headed to groceries and restaurants around the state. The most troubling thing? “He can smell the rotten food before ... I work at Dave's Marketplace myself, that would never be tolerated at my store. That's just wrong. MM Via Alan Yoshioka Delete the scoop?
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