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On November 7, 2012, an earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale struck near Champerico, causing deaths and damage to infrastructure. According to initial reports, the department of San Marcos is the worst-affected area. Roads and telecommunications systems have been affected. Canadians should monitor local media and follow the advice of local authorities. Canadians requiring […]

AP GUATEMALA CITY — The U.S. Geological Survey says that a strong earthquake has hit off the Pacific coast of Guatemala, rocking the capital and shaking buildings as far away as Mexico City and El Salvador. The U.S. Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said there was a possibility of a local tsunami, within 100 or 200 […]

Theportugalnews.com: Portuguese flag carrier TAP Air Portugal said it was advising passengers booked on flights on 14 November, the day of a general strike in the country, to alter their flight dates “to avoid inconvenience”. The airline said that it would only be able to judge “the specific consequences the strike would have on its […]

Skynetblogs.be: Birmingham Airport staff in Christmas strike ballot Some staff at Birmingham Airport staff are being balloted over taking industrial action over Christmas. The Unite union said its members had rejected a 2.5% pay offer which had followed a pay freeze since 2009. It is understood up to 250 members, mainly security staff, are being […]

BBC – Aer Lingus trade unions in the Irish Republic have announced a two hour work stoppage for Monday 19 November in a continuing dispute over pensions. Unions SIPTU UNITE the TEEU and Mandate announced the move in a joint statement. They said that any disruption to passengers would be solely due to the decision […]