Whom the "Pro-Family" agenda actually serves

The "pro-family" candidates keep claiming such things as that family is the foundation of the society and that the commitment between man and wife is the greatest commitment out there. In fact, the "pro-family" arguments do not relate to, and are not invoked in, the...

Obama joins Apec Singapore summit

At present my thoughts are on how these talks will effect the Philippines of whom is highly dependent on its exports to USA. It seems Obama is put in on the limbing man act. "Yep we maybe wounded in one leg but...

Kelli O’Very will Give You a 92 Jeep Wrangler if You Marry Her

Kelli O'Very from Salt Lake City, Utah, is going to great lengths to find herself a husband, as she posted a classified ad for a 'Free '92 Jeep Wrangler... with proposal and wedding ring'.  That's right....

For Hire: Husband, Mother or Companion, Lonely in Japan

I am not sure I agree with Duncan Bartlett byline for Rent-a-friend in Japan (BBC, January 12) that 'Japanese still like to use their money to have fun'. This segment of From our own correspondent starts with a visit to Cat Cafes where for a fee time pressed Japanese can...

US, Mexico, Reaffirm Commitment Against Drug Trafficking

Two contries reafirmed their commitment to combat drug trafficking, the two governments outlined a growing concern for drug generated violence on both sides of the Mexico-USA border." At a news conference with...

President Obama inherits a world of troubles

Newly elected 44th President of the USA Senator Barack Obama inherits a difficult and very challenging job. He will have to confront many immediate and pressing challenges America is facing. Economic meltdown is...

Source: Saudi hosts Afghan peace talks with Taliban reps

Oh that will really do a lot of good. It's like catching Bin Laden and Bush planning further attacks on America."LONDON, England (CNN) -- In a groundbreaking meeting, King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia recently hosted talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban militant...

How Gilani played firm with US top soldier

" Prime Minister Yousuf Gilani played firm with United States military chief Admiral Mike Mullen and his other generals in their meeting this week emphasising that President George Bush had personally made a commitment to respect democracy and the sovereignty of Pakistan...

"Serial liar" added to McCain's resume

More and more the spotlight is not falling favorably on John McCain and his campaign."The grit and commitment of John McCain's near martyrdom as a POW in Hanoi 40 years ago were admirable, as have been his...

Deal on US troops in Iraq 'close'

What the angle here? Pulling out the troops and declaring US troops' immunity from prosecution. War crimes should be punished. "Iraq's foreign minister has said Iraq and the US are "very close" to a deal on the future of US forces in Iraq. Hoshyar Zebari says both sides were...

US rivals clash over immigration

"US presidential rivals Barack Obama and John McCain have clashed over their commitment to immigration reform. Addressing a conference of Hispanic officials in Washington, Mr McCain, the Republican candidate, said the US must secure its borders. Mr Obama, the Democratic...

Suicide bomb hits Pakistan police

"Suicide bomb hits Pakistan police Blood and body parts littered the street At least eight policemen have been killed and more than 20 people...

Dr Who: Britain's favourite alien

I was that child hiding behind the sofa when the Daleks, Cybermen or Zarbi appeared to do battle with the Doctor. Now, so many years later, I'm hooked again to the new Doctor Who programmes. News is that David...

British GP will move to Donington

End of an era for Silverstone."British GP will move to Donington Donington hosted its last Formula One race in 1993 The British Grand Prix will...

Social Entrepreneurship: Tobias Sturmer, Artistic Director for Empowerment Works

"As part of our commitment to highlight social entrepreneurship in Africa, the Cheetah Index brings you this interview with Tobias Sturmer-Artistic Director of Empowerment Works Music.Before going into the interview here is an excerpt from Empowerment Works that describes...

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