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Guatemala Welcome VIdeo
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Syphilis Laboratory - Guatemala
Legacy of US syphilis experiments still plagues Guatemala To see more go to www.youtube.com Follow us on Facebook (goo.gl or Twitter (www.twitter.com Obama may have apologised last year for the 1940s US medical experiments that intentionally infected Guatemalans with syphilis, but as this startling report shows, its legacy continues to destroy lives. Soldiers, prostitutes, the mentally ill and even orphaned children; no one was safe from the American government's decision to deliberately infect them with syphilis. The costs are still being felt today in Guatemala as the infected and their descendants, who have inherited the disease, all bear the painful scars of those experiments. Dr Cutler moved his base when he was banned from practising in the States, after watching the effects of syphilis on African-American men who had no idea they were infected. Treating the disease "would interfere with the study", Cutler said. All are victims of a "serious crime" says the lawyer pressing a lawsuit against the US government on behalf of the Guatemalans. Obama's apology for this atrocity is a start but it isn't enough to mend the ruined lives of the surviving human guinea pigs. A Film By SBS Distributed By Journeyman Pictures July 2011
Shopping with a dollar in Guatemala
Francisco Fion says half of the population in his country, Guatemala, live on less than two dollars a day, or seven quezales. He goes to see what he can buy for this in the central market of San Agustin.
Antigua, Guatemala
The Spanish colonial city of Antigua, Guatemala is one of the most beautiful cities in all of Latin America and deserving of UNESCO World Heritage City designation.
Bike-power benefits Guatemalan community
In a world of modern and hi-tech solutions, some of the most useful tools can be made from analogue technologies of the past. In San Andres Itzapa, Guatemala, one community is using bicycles to power small-scale devices at very low cost. Al Jazeera's Franc Contreras reports from the area.
On the trail of Guatemala's drug gangs
Exclusive: Filmmaker Greg Brosnan, working for Channel 4 News, gains access to investigators hunting a Guatemalan drug gang - as International Editor Lindsey Hilsum reports.
Guatemala town harvests water from fog
Rural communities in Guatemala are using new technologies to wring water out of the air. It is called fog harvesting and it helps to overcome water shortages. Despite the lush appearances for nearly six months out of the year, Tojquia only gets a tiny amount of rainfall, making it extremely difficult to grow crops and find enough drinking water. However, that is starting to change for the indigenous Mayan communities in Tojquia who are partnering with a Canadian NGO to try and harvest the fog so that they can have drinking water year round. This low-tech and affordable technology is now being used in several countries around the world including Chile, Nepal and Yemen. The hope is that it will greatly improve the quality of life for locals and, one day, millions of others. Al Jazeera's Rachel Levin travelled to Tojquia to see how it works.
USA crushes Guatemala in Olympic Soccer Trials - from Universal Sports
www.UniversalSports.com 2012, Vancouver, Canada, FIFA Olympic Women's Soccer Trials, again the American Women run up the score in a shut out, winning 13-0. (Watch the full event at UniversalSports.com)
Living the Language - Guatemala: The Maya
Many Mayans complain of feeling like foreigners in their own land - a sentiment compounded by the dominance of Spanish.
Drug violence spills over into Guatemala
Mexico's drug violence has found its way into the neighbouring country of Guatemala, which now has one of the highest murder rates in the world, most of them related to drugs. Al Jazeera's Franc Contreras reports from Guatemala.
Scavenging for gold in Guatemala
Many sectors of the global economy may be struggling in the recession, but precious metals remain a valuable commodity. Over the last 10 years, the price of gold has risen sharply, peaking at $1921 an ounce in September and now hovering around $1730 an ounce. In the first of a four-part series on how people are taking extreme measures to get their hands on precious metals, Al Jazeera takes a look at Guatemalans who are braving dangerous conditions to search for gold. David Mercer reports from Guatemala City, the capital.
How Sinkholes like Guatemala happen
facebook.com The gigantic sinkhole at Guatemala shocked the world. How are sinkholes formed? Watch the mystery unfold behind one of the largest sinkholes in Guiana Highlands.
US parents await Guatemala adoptions
Guatemala suspended international child adoptions some years ago, leaving hundreds of prospective parents who were in the process of adopting in the lurch. Approximately 400 families in the United States who had planned to adopt Guatemalan children are still stuck in a bureaucratic bungle of frustration and heartache as they try to unite with "their" children. Al Jazeera's David Mercer reports from Guatemala.
Perez sworn in as Guatemala's president
Retired general Otto Perez Molina has been sworn in as the president of Guatemala. Perez won on the campaign promise of taking a tough stance on organised crime and drug trafficking, in one of Latin America's most violent countries. Al Jazeera's Tom Ackerman reports.
Guatemala Heart of the Mayan World 2012
Imagine a land full of history, a land full of color, a land full of tradition, a land full of adeventure, a land with a lot of smiles, a land full of wonders. Come and enjoy Guatemala in 2012. Find out more about Guatemala in www.visitguatemala.com and become a fan in http
Guatemalan gets 6060-year sentence in massacre
A former member of an elite Guatemalan military force Was sentenced to 6060 years in prison for his role in the killings of 201 people in a 1982 massacre. Al Jazeera's David Mercer reports.
Maya Pedal Asociación, San Andrés Itzapa, Guatemala
In 1997, in San Andrés Itzapa in Guatemala, Maya Pedal Association began recycling scraps of bicycles into Bicimáquinas. Bicimáquinas are pedal-powered blenders, washing machines and threshing machines, eliminating the need for fuel and electricity. Pumps are also possible, and are capable of extracting 30 liters of water per minute from 30-meter deep wells (electronic pumps reach just to 12 meters). The idea of these ingenious contraptions emerged from the desire to help the farming families of the San Andrés community. The issue that gave rise to Maya Pedal was the expense and shortage of electricity and fuel in the village. Carlos and Cesar, creators of Maya Pedal, have achieved an extraordinary result: a worthy project that does not pollute and is extremely fascinating in its involvement of volunteers from around the world who are building a fantastic pedal revolution. CREDITS Matteo de Mayda - Photos and Videos Pablo Pastor - Video Editing Jhon William Castaño Montoya - Music Darío Plée - Art Direction Fabio Fedrigo - Creative Direction Matteo Pacagnella - SR responsable Thanks to volunteers Anna Normandin, Bruce Thomas, Carlos Marroquin Junior, David Anhalt, Emily Linders, Gavin Betzelberger, Henry Jake Foreman, Joey Binhammer, Matthias Weiss, Paul Joseph Park, Ryan Stimac, Tzippora Rhodes, Vincent Levy and to the Neighbour Basilio Chiriz Matias A special thanks to Aña Maria Guch - President of "Women for Development in Action", Carlos Enrique Marroquin - Head of ...
Former Guatemala leader appears in court to face genocide charges
A court will decide whether Rios Montt will face genocide charges. He was in power from 1982 to 1983 - one of the bloodiest periods of Guatemala's 36-year civil war. Al Jazeera's David Mercer travelled to a remote village to meet a survivor of the violence.
Catholic evangelicals losing ground in Guatemala
Nearly half of the world's Roman Catholics live in Latin America. But the church is losing some appeal as more people turn to US based evangelical churchs - especially those that provide social services. Al Jazeera's Rachel Levin reports from Zacapa.
Trials biking in Guatemala with Petr Kraus
Petr Kraus, three times world champion and five times Czech trials bike champion, rode his bicycles in iconic locations throughout Guatemala, particularly in Pacaya volcano, which is currently in activity. redbull.com Subscribe www.youtube.com
Abandoned in Guatemala: The Failure of International Adoption Policies
"If we shut down international adoptions, that's 5000 kids a year whose lives we are ruining, whose lives could have been wonderful, and we're dooming them by shutting them into these institutions. So, to me, that's fundamental evil." --Harvard law professor Elizabeth Bartholet In 2007, Guatemala's privately run system of adoption attorneys, orphanages and foster care providers helped nearly 5000 abandoned children find homes with loving families around the world. But then the Guatemalan government shut down international adoptions, created a centrally controlled adoption agency and nationalized the orphanage system. The plan was to promote in-country adoptions, but that plan hasn't worked. Last year, only 35 children were adopted by Guatemalan families. Why did the Guatemalan government put an end to a system that was giving thousands of abandoned children a chance at a better life? And what did UNICEF have to do with it? Reason.tv producers Paul Feine and Alex Manning went to Guatemala to find out. "Abandoned in Guatemala: The Failure of International Adoption Policies" is a film about the promise of international adoption and the sad reality that international adoptions around the world are decreasing, largely due to the influence of UNICEF. It's also a film about a privately run system that worked and a state-run system that is failing. Most of all, "Abandoned in Guatemala" is a film intended to raise awareness about international adoption in the hope that in the near ...
Listening Post - Feature: Guatemala: An era of security for journalists?
Listening Post's Marcela Pizarro speaks to people on both sides of Guatemala's media story - from Lucia Escobar, a journalist who has been forced to go into hiding, to the country's new president who has promised an era of security for journalists.
Guatemala Earthship Week 1
earthship.com Thank You so much to everyone who have donated and helped make this project happen. We need another $4000 to make this project be what it can be for Maria and her family. Please donate now at earthship.com
Lunch San Pedro Guatemala
Lunch at the shanti shanti (which means relax relax) in San Pedro Guatemala, the only thing missing is you. Discover more about country travel at www.my-country-life.com
Guatemala (#01): Guatemala City
Guatemala's capital city is the most modern and cosmopolitan city in Central America. Fast paced and vibrant, Guatemala City (or Guate as it's referred to locally) is a wonderful blend of old and new and possesses a distinct Latin charm. Today, Guatemala City has two million inhabitants. Its location, facilities and the International Airport "La Aurora" make it the starting point for visits to the rest of Guatemala. Guatemala City was founded in 1776, after a devastating earthquake destroyed the former Spanish capital of Central America, "La Cuidad de Santiago de los Caballeros de Guatemala", known today as Antigua Guatemala (or simply Antigua). Sitting on top of three tectonic plates, Guatemala City is spread out in a valley with the Agua volcano reigning on its horizon. Guatemala City has an active cultural life throughout the year. Most of the country's museums are to be found here. There are also more than 30 galleries showing Guatemalan artists in painting, photography, engraving and sculpture. Theaters present a wide range of plays, especially national playwrights. Visitors interested in handicraft will find them in the Central Market, located a block away from the Cathedral. At the Central Market you will not only find unique Guatemalan handicrafts, but also see the colorful variety of local flowers, fruits andvegetables. The Relief Map in Minerva Park is a good place to see the extension of Guatemala and if you have never been to Paris you should visit "Torre el ...
Guatemala's land grab and massacre
More than 30 years ago Guatemala's military government began construction of the Chixoy Dam on land belonging to indigenous communities. The dam, financed by the World and Inter-American Development Banks, was announced in 1976. When local residents resisted proposed resettlement, the government, accusing the locals of being guerillas and subversives, used force to push them into 'model communities'. Al Jazeera's David Mercer reports.
Tyler Ward & Compassion International - Guatemala
Hey guys! If you are curious about sponsoring a child, feel free to look here for more info: www.compassion.com This journey to Guatemala was absolutely incredible. I'm extremely fortunate to have been able to go visit my sponsor child and get to hang out with his family for a few days :) Please get involved if you are looking for a way to make a difference in a child's life! You won't regret it! Love you guys! Tyler
LBK- Journey in Guatemala
LBK is culturally diverse and it's one of the things we love about each other. We have strong roots in three different continents and the exploration has begun with L's homeland -- GUATEMALA!!! Watch LBKs amazing trip to a country full of history, culture and Chapines in Central America. A trip packed with fun, laughter, excitement and great memories. LBK left Guatemala feeling empowered, more knowledgeable about OUR homeland and feeling a great sense of love for our families. Help spread love. Help spread our movement. :D
5.6.12 W U-17 Highlights- Guatemala v Canada
CONCACAF Women's Under-17 Championship from Guatemala City, Guatemala.
Guatemalan Drug Gangs & Me: The Human Cost of Prohibition
"Someone has to do something for Guatemala. The government doesn't do anything," says a Guatemalan resident Reason.tv calls "Miguel." In the past few years, the drug war has resulted in more than 40000 deaths in Mexico and the situation in Guatemala is just as bleak. Last year alone, 5000 people died in drug-war-related incidents. Corrupt police do little to protect Guatemalans, and Guatemala's corrupt court system convicts only 5 percent of arrested criminals. In Guatemala City, private security guards outnumber police officers five-to-one, and robberies at gunpoint are common. For the impoverished people who live in Guatemala's biggest city, life has become extremely dangerous. Not all crime in Guatemala is committed by drug gangs, but there is no aspect of life in the country that has not been made far worse by prohibition and the black markets and violence such a policy inevitably creates. This past May, Reason.tv's Paul Feine spoke with "Miguel" about what it's like to live in a city controlled by drug gangs and corrupt cops.Approximately 5 minutes. Produced by Paul Feine and Alex Manning. Go to reason.tv for downloadable versions of video and subscribe to Reason.tv's YouTube Channel to receive automatic notification when new material goes live.
Guatemala - An American Genocide - September 1999
Beneath the lush green hills of Guatemala lie one hundred thousand corpses, the victims of a genocide funded by the US Government. Around a newly discovered mass grave crowd the weeping relatives of Guatemala's lost generation of Mayan Indians. 20 years ago these Mayan men, women and children were condemned as communist guerrillas and massacred. Until now these killings have been blamed on insurgents and vigilantes. But the army-issue bullets being extracted from these skulls by US forensic archaeologists tell a different story. The 400 newly discovered massacre sites are the handiwork of the Guatemalan Army, but they did not act alone -- the CIA told them how to do it. Fearful of Red-spread right on America's doorstep the Reagan administration armed and trained Guatemala's army to stamp-out the communist threat. Veterans of the Reagan administration make no apology for their political agenda. "It seemed clear to us that if you had a Nicaragua in Guatemala, what you've got is... a Soviet style government with secret police agents on the border of Mexico", explains Eliot Abrahms, the then Assistant Secretary of State. Anything was justified to contain the threat, including as is now revealed, turning a blind eye to genocide. Recently released CIA manuals issued to the army explain how to murder people, they even explain how to enter a room with ten people sitting round a table and murder them one by one. These instructions were used against not only guerrillas but ...
Ex-ruler charged with genocide in Guatemala
www.euronews.net Guatemala's former military dictator will face charges of genocide and crimes against humanity in connection with the deaths of indigenous people killed under his rule. A judge in the south American country has decided Efrain Rios Montt should be held accountable for brutality that occured while he was dicatator. Members of the indigenous Ixil tribe were in court for the ruling that Rios Montt be kept under house arrest until the preliminary hearing in March.
The REAL Magic Kingdom - Tikal, Guatemala February 2012
www.discovershareinspire.com Our family of seven visits the real magic kingdom of Tikal, Guatemala and explores the amazing ruins and spies wild animals of all species, along our road trip from Alaska to Argentina in a veggie powered truck.
QUETZALTENANGO, GUATEMALA
This is a short video of Quetzaltenango the second largest city of Guatemala also known as Xela. A good place to visit. The city of Quetzaltenango is famous for having great places for enjoying nightife arround its Parque Central, with bars, nightclubs, and hotels. Also the illuminated Parque Central is one of the most beautful landmarks of Guatemala. Quetzaltenango is home to the Club Xelajú MC soccer team. The team competes at Estadio Mario Camposeco which has a capacity of 13500 and is the most successful non-capital team in the Liga Nacional de Guatemala
Beach Time in Monterrico Guatemala
Tammy and I stayed at Johnny's Place on the Beach in Monterrico, Guatemala. There were a number of other Americans there. We crossed the estuary from La Avellana on a small wooden barge with another car. The barge had a leak and we were wondering if we would make the 30 minute trip before going under. Monterrico is probably the best beach near Guatemala City and Antigua.
WNT vs. Guatemala: Reaction - Jan. 22, 2012
The US WNT continued its CONCACAF Olympic Qualifying tournament with a 13-0 win against Guatemala on Jan. 22, 2012. Players from the team react to the win and look forward to the match against Mexico.
Across the Bridge - A Journey to Guatemala
Big Pictures Media produced this award-winning documentary short for the NGO Friendship Bridge. It explores the power of microcredit in helping the Mayan people of Guatemala develop businesses to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. Produced and Directed by Tom Miller.
Guatemala - Week 2 Summary
Thanks for all your support and prayers back home. I believe that everyone deserves a life of happiness and we are trying our best to live the way God wants us to. Lots of great things are happening here in Guatemala. I am trying to post weekly videos to keep you all informed of what's going on. Thanks again, Feel free to share and subscribe :) No copyright intended on background music Coldplay - Glass of Water
Kayak Guatemala Lake Atitlan
Explore the newest paddle destination. It is a one-of-a-kind adventure paddle around beautiful Lake Atitlan. You will see, interact, and experience Mayan culture up close and personal. Climb the volcanoes, discover hidden waterfalls, soak in hot springs, and explore a tropical paradise. Family friendly and safe for women travelers." Welcome to Lake Atitlán. Picture an amazing natural wonder parallel to none; you will find yourself captivated by its sweeping vistas and crystal blue waters. Few destinations have the ability to stir your soul and fulfill your desires for adventure, culture, history, romance, and excitement as the highlands of Guatemala. The lake is surrounded by 12 inactive volcanoes, which tower over the waters. These magical volcanoes, winding mountains, and beautiful valleys are the land of the Maya. The Mayan culture is very strong and active here, and that is the one element that distinguishes us from other destinations around the world. The lake gets its name from the Mayan word Atitlán, which means "where the rainbow gets its color." You can combine any of our kayak excursions with other highlights in the country. Kayak Guatemala offers multi-sport expeditions; rock climbing, hiking, horseback riding, and private lake tours on our exclusive pontoon boat. kayakguatemala.com
The Drug War in Guatemala: A Conversation with Giancarlo Ibarguen
"I blame the war on drugs in the United States for what is happening here in Guatemala." --Giancarlo Ibarguen Most of the cocaine shipped north from Central and South America these days travels through Guatemala and into Mexico before eventually crossing the border to the United States. The value of that cocaine, even before it enters the US market, is approximately $40 billion a year. That's nearly the size of Guatemala's entire economy. The drug cartels in Guatemala act with impunity and effectively control much of the country. As Guatemala's President Alvaro Colom recently told Al Jazeera, "The drug traffickers are much better armed and financed than our military and our government." Guatemala, as a result, has become a very dangerous place to live. What's the solution? According to Giancarlo Ibarguen, president of the Universidad Francisco Marroquin, the US government should end its war on drugs.Approximately 5 minutes. Produced by Paul Feine and Alex Manning. Go to reason.tv for downloadable versions and subscribe to Reason.tv's YouTube Channel to receive automatic notification when new material goes live.
Heavy rains batter Guatemala
Emergency services search for victims after a landslide in Boca del Monte, 18km from the capital. At least 28 people have died in Guatemala as heavy rains battered Central America for the last 5 days. Duration: 00:34
Guatemala Massacre Comes With Chilling Message
Guatemala has declared a state of emergency after 27 people were slaughtered at a cattle ranch over the weekend. The killers, believed linked to Mexico's Zetas drug gang, left behind a warning scrawled in blood on a building wall. (May 17)
Children of Guatemala
One of my favorite things to do in Guatemala is seeing all the kids smile. They are filled with so much joy. All we have to do is give them some water or candy and they go nuts. They might not have all the possessions and materials that we have but they have community and love that we miss out on. No copyright intended on background music Helios - Bless This Morning Year
Lago De Atitlan-Guatemala-February 2012
Lago De Atitlan-Guatemala-February 2012 February 22, 2012 Champagne Supernova Scala & Kolacny Brothers
Video, images of Giant Sinkhole in Guatemala City
A three-storey building has collapsed and fell into a huge sink hole in Guatemala City. The giant 200ft-deep crater appeared after Guatemala was hit by tropical storm Agatha, bringing torrential rains and causing deadly mudslides. Witnesses claim at least one man was inside the house when it was swallowed by a big hole, and several others remain missing.
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