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Spice and Herb Clothing: Indian Weavers Heal with Fashion
"Cashing in on Old Wisdom India's traditional weavers, heirs to a 2,000-year-old textile industry, are turning to the ancient practice of ayurvedic medicine to make their products more appealing and boost sales....New Weapon Against Crime in the South
"New Weapon Against Crime in the SouthCrime in the South's fast-growing cities has a negative affect on economic development and social and community harmony. In Africa, with one fifth of the world's population, for...
Biofuels to blame for 75 per cent increase in price of food
Rushing into change without thinking out the consequences is never a good idea. Here we what at first seems a great environmental idea leading to food shortages and hikes in prices. I suppose it's just common sense... 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... Senator Clinton: "Together, you and I changed America forever,"...
Senator Clinton sent out a new email on June 16th, attached to an online photo album filled with photos of the campaign. In her new email to supporters, Senator Clinton states: " “Together, you and I changed... Coca-Cola and Stevia -Soon!
UPDATE: Can't wait for a Stevia soft drink? Zevia beats Coca-Cola to the market! With four flavors: cola, root beer, orange and twist. Check out the website to see if it's available in your area yet.It hasn't been... Children deprived of food due to soaring food prices
Cuts in aid by wealthy countries have forced thousands of kid in developing countries to go without breakfast. A severe increase in food prices have also worsened their condition. 450,000 Children in Cambodia will become the latest victims of soaring food... Press Freedom in Africa: There is Work to be Done
"Akinki Janet writes a compelling piece for the African Executive essentially saying that Africa still lags behind in press freedom. She aptly points out the direct correlation between democracy and the press and describes the press as a watchdog for the people. ...The Concept of Wealth in Traditional Africa
"Most lineages in traditional Africa have a "family pot," a general welfare fund managed by the head of the extended family. Income-earning members are obligated to make contributions to this fund. Obligations vary...Ethiopia: Investing on children is crucial
"Speaker of the House of Peoples' Representatives Ambassador Teshome Toga said holding consultations with children and encouraging them to express their demands and needs will contribute its share in the effort of realizing developed, democratic and prosperous Ethiopia." Cocaine a Threat to Biodiversity, Say Scientists
Not only is the cultivation of cocaine a threat to rainforests, but the "war on drugs" is also part of the problem, according to scientists."A panel of scientists meeting at the Natural History Museum in London last... Europe puts China under pressure on Tibet
"The President of the European Parliament, Hans-Gert Poettering, has called on China to open talks with the Dali Lama on the human rights situation in Tibet.He also questioned whether European leaders should attend the opening ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics.Mr Poettering,... China denies U.S. spying charges; Major Diplomacy Battle Ahead
As I earlier reported in the case of a former Boeing aerospace engineer accused of funneling NASA technology to China for decades, a major dustup over allegations of long-term, systematic Chinese spying is ahead."China denied Thursday that it was conducting espionage... Happiness May Be Good for Your Health
This is positively shocking! Who knew that being positive could make you feel better? Or that feeling better might make you feel more positive? I heart science. And my heart hearts happy.
"A happy heart just might... UN fund raises $420 million from Europe, Canada, developing countries
Christmas will come early to Third World Nations most needy, unfortunately the Status Quo will most likely remain the same in that Despot Dictators will get the Lions share to squirrel away in Swiss Banks or other...
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