Cultural Activities Continue Despite Terrorism Threats

Karachi is not new to conflicts and violence but its people have forever proved to be quite resilient.  However, suicide bombings happening in some cities of Pakistan like Peshawar, Quetta, Lahore and also...

Iran warns against Israeli plots in region

"Iran's Foreign Minister urges regional states to remain vigilant about Israel's plots and interference in other countries' internal affairs.  "We witness (Israel's) interference in the Caucasus, Lebanon and...

E-mail warns of bloody weekend in Mexican border city

"CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico (AP) -- The streets of Ciudad Juarez are empty after police became aware of an e-mail warning that this weekend will be "the bloodiest" in the Mexican border city....

Vancouver police cracking down on jaywalkers

OpinionBarry Artiste, Now Public ContributorPerhaps with crime and murders in the forefront, maybe Vancouver Police need some better direction. If Vancouver Police are serious and feel Jaywalkers are a going...

OECD warns UK outlook more ‘uncertain’

"The Bank of England should be poised to cut interest rates because of the risk of lower economic growth and a housing slowdown in the wake of recent financial market turmoil, the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development said in a report on Thursday. “The...

Gay Rights Protests in Latvian Capital

According to teh Riga City Council, the government is really afraid of homosexuality: the Riga Pride 2006 parade permit application was denied due to "national security". The rally was held anyway, as Latvian...

New alert as letter bomber strikes again

"POLICE last night warned people to be vigilant after it emerged a co-ordinated letter bombing campaign was being conducted across the country. Six people were the latest victims yesterday, suffering injuries in an explosion at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)...

Fight Fire With Kids On Fire

"A10-year-old girl tells the camera how she loves to dance, but must be constantly vigilant that she isn't "dancing for the flesh." A small boy weeps in front of his congregation, talking about his struggles to believe in God every day. A large group of children reaches...

Is your home under-insured? 6 key tests

"It’s difficult enough to cope when disaster strikes at home, but to learn your home or contents have been under-insured can be heart-breaking and could have serious financial consequences. Most homeowners are vigilant in insuring their home and contents, but unfortunately...

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