Mendis needs to stand the test of time: Buchanan

"Former Australian and Kolkata Knight Riders coach John Buchanan says Ajantha Mendis should be judged on a long-term basis only and success in one series doesn’t really mean anything. “Mendis reminds me a bit of Johnny Gleeson, though he releases the ball much quicker, is...

Hughes & Mancini on Chelsea list

" Hughes & Mancini on Chelsea list Chelsea want their new manager to transform their playing style Mark Hughes, Roberto Mancini and Luis Felipe Scolari are among...

Hair prayer ad judged 'offensive'

A surprising decision for the UK."A TV advert for hair stylers featuring eroticised female imagery and an extract from the Lord's Prayer has been deemed offensive to Christians. The Advertising Standards Authority said the ad for ghd IV hair styling equipment could cause...

Wilders and his film worry Dutch expats

"Wilders and his film worry Dutch expats by Perro de Jong 23-01-2008 Dutch people living abroad are worried about the effects of right-wing politician Geert Wilders' anti-Qu'ran film. In recent weeks Dutch embassies have been busy making emergency plans, a move which many...

Qatar feels the chill

"Qatar feels the chill What reasons could George Bush have for giving Qatar the cold shoulder? One: its support and bankrolling of al-Jazeera Dilip Hiro Articles * Latest * Show all Profile Webfeed All Dilip Hiro articles About Webfeeds January 9, 2008 7:00 PM |...

Getting It Right? Armenia Chooses Ruling Party in "Fair" Election

Observers are calling Armenia's election fair, though opposition parties are crying foul. Independent observers have noted irregularities, but seem willing to let them slide-- no further details just yet, but that is enough to raise an eyebrow."Pro-government parties in...