Pope Benedict XVI to meet Archbishop of Canterbury on second day of state visit to Britain

Pope to meet Anglican leader on Day 2 of UK visit

LONDON – Pilgrims and protesters are greeting Pope Benedict XVI on the second day of his state visit to Britain.
The pontiff is meeting Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, head of the Anglican Communion, in a display of unity between the divided Christian churches. He also …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Pope Benedict XVI to meet Archbishop of Canterbury on second day of state visit to Britain.

After breaking his Ramadan fast, Vikings safety Husain Abdullah finds himself a starter

Vikings’ Abdullah says he felt great during fast

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Husain Abdullah broke his Ramadan fast in the final minutes before Minnesota’s season opener at New Orleans by grabbing a Gatorade, a banana and half of a protein bar before kickoff.
Then he took the field for the Vikings, as a starting safety for the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Pope Benedict XVI Visits Great Britain

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — Pope Benedict XVI visited Britain on his four day tour. His first public appearance at Great Britain was celebrated as 65,000 Roman Catholics gathered at the Glasgow’s Bellahouston Park. It was a lifetime experience for most catholics as they had the sight of the Pope standing at the Altar.

It was an … Read : Pope Benedict XVI Visits Great Britain.

Seattle cartoonist who started “Everybody Draw Mohammed Day” goes into hiding on advice of FBI

Seattle cartoonist goes into hiding on FBI advice

SEATTLE – The Seattle cartoonist who started “Everybody Draw Mohammed Day” with a satirical cartoon in support of free speech has reportedly gone into hiding on the advice of the FBI.
Seattle Weekly editor-in-chief Mark D. Fefer announced in Wednesday’s issue that Molly Norris’ comic would no longer appear … Original article on : Seattle cartoonist who started “Everybody Draw Mohammed Day” goes into hiding on advice of FBI.

Ahmadinejad Agonistes: Iran’s president heads to US amid internal struggles at home

Iran’s president brings political baggage to NY

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Iran’s president will likely swagger into New York next week in much the same style as past visits for the annual U.N. General Assembly: ready to take his jabs at America on its home turf.
But any outward confidence on the big U.S. stage contrasts … Original source on Gaea Times at : Ahmadinejad Agonistes: Iran’s president heads to US amid internal struggles at home.

Hindus, Muslims amicably resolve religious dispute

LUCKNOW – Sending out a message of communal harmony and peace ahead of the much-awaited Sep 24 court verdict on Ayodhya’s Ram Janambhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute, Hindus and Muslims in Uttar Pradesh’s Maharajganj district have amicably resolved a religious dispute, an officer said Thursday.

Hindus and Muslims of the Daswakalan village have decided to set up a …. Read the original article  : Hindus, Muslims amicably resolve religious dispute.

Holy day Internet blackout on ministry websites fuels secular, religious tensions

Internet holy day blackout imposed in Israel

JERUSALEM – Israeli government offices that provide a wide array of public services are pulling the plug on online payments on the Jewish Sabbath and holidays, creating a potential new source of friction between the religious and secular in the Jewish state.
Ultra-Orthodox Cabinet ministers are leading the charge to …. Source  : Holy day Internet blackout on ministry websites fuels secular, religious tensions.

Ahead of Ayodhya verdict, government seeks peace (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – Afraid that the Ayodhya verdict Sep 24 could spark trouble, the government Thursday appealed to people to maintain calm when the judiciary rules on the dragging dispute.

“There should be no attempt by any section to provoke any other section or indulge in any expression of opinion that will hurt the sentiments of … Read : Ahead of Ayodhya verdict, government seeks peace (Second Lead).

Ranbir bemoans ‘Anjaana Anjaani’ releasing on Ayodhya verdict day

NEW DELHI – Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor says it is “unfortunate” that his upcoming movie “Anjaana Anjaani” is releasing Sep 24 – the day when the verdict in the 51-year-old Ramjanmabhoomi-Babri Masjid legal dispute will be pronounced.

“Unfortunately our film is coming on that same date. I wish the film wouldn’t have been releasing on …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Woody Allen supports mosque at Ground Zero

LONDON – Legendary Hollywood director Woody Allen supports the proposed mosque at Ground Zero in New York insisting the development will be “a step in the right direction”.

Plans for an Islamic community centre at the site of the 9/11 terror attacks sparked outrage earlier this month when hundreds of protesters gathered at the area on …. Original article  : Woody Allen supports mosque at Ground Zero.

Pope condemns child abuse on British visit (Second Lead)

LONDON – Pope Benedict XVI arrived in Britain Thursday on an historic and highly controversial state visit that is expected to promote church unity while also being punctuated by protest and debate.

The scandal over child sex abuse in the Roman Catholic church and controversial remarks about Britain by a papal adviser have added to the … Read more »»».

Popemobile Upgraded to Carry Pope Bedict

LONDON (GaeaTimes.com) — The iconic popemobile will be seen today ravishing the streets of Britain as it will carry 83 year old Pope Bendict XIV. The German made Popemobile is designed with the latest features to ensure total security to the Pope and will give an opportunity to the people to watch the great man … Read : Popemobile Upgraded to Carry Pope Bedict.

I want to save nation from chaos: Ayodhya petitioner

LUCKNOW – A low profile retired government officer, Ramesh Chandra Tripathi, has hit the spotlight in the temple-mosque row, thanks to his last ditch effort to settle the age-old Ayodhya dispute amicably and out of court.

Tripathi, 73, has sought deferment of the judgment slated for Sep 24. And the special Allahabad High Court bench here …. Read the original article  : I want to save nation from chaos: Ayodhya petitioner.

‘Security beef-up before Ayodhya verdict creating terror’

LUCKNOW – Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Ram Gopal Yadav here Thursday accused the Uttar Pradesh government of creating terror and panic among people by “unnecessarily” deploying security personnel across the state ahead of the Ayodhya verdict Sep 24.

“The state government’s unnecessary exercise related to strengthening of security in the wake of the Ayodhya verdict is … Read more : ‘Security beef-up before Ayodhya verdict creating terror’.

Sikhs in US happy Obama may visit Golden Temple

WASHINGTON – The small but influential Sikh community in the US has expressed joy at reports that President Barack Obama may visit their holiest shrine, the Golden Temple, during his visit to India in November.

“We are confident that after Obama’s visit to the Golden Temple, the US residents would come to know about the … Original article on : Sikhs in US happy Obama may visit Golden Temple.

Government appeals for calm after Babri verdict

NEW DELHI – The Indian government Thursday appealed to people to maintain calm when the judiciary rules on the Babri mosque row Sep 24.

A resolution passed by the cabinet urged Indians to “maintain equanimity and tranquility in the aftermath of the judgement”, Tourism Minister Ambika Soni said here.
“There should be no attempt by any …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Discotheque to change its name after Muslim protests

MURCIA – A Spanish discotheque called Mecca which has angered Muslims will change its name, a Muslim representative said Thursday in the southern city of Murcia.

The discotheque in Aguilas near Murcia will also modify controversial features of its architecture, said Mohammed Reda el-Qady, secretary of the Union of Islamic Communities in Murcia.
Features that were … Read more »».

Obama security team visits Amritsar

AMRITSAR – Ahead of US President Barack Obama’s visit to India in November, an American team has surveyed various sites in Amritsar in Punjab.

“A six-member team inspected tourist spots, important roads and Sikh shrines” Wednesday, Deputy Commissioner of Police K.S. Pannu in Amritsar told IANS.
“But this is not a confirmation that Obama will come … Original article on : Obama security team visits Amritsar.

Germany’s Jesuit order offers sexual abuse victims compensation of at least $6,500

German Jesuits offer abuse victims compensation

BERLIN – A spokesman for Germany’s Jesuits says they plan to pay the victims of sexual abuse in the order’s schools a “symbolic compensation” of at least euro5,000 ($6,500).
Jesuit spokesman Thomas Busch said Thursday the order has not yet made a final decision on the amount that will be offered …. Source  : Germany’s Jesuit order offers sexual abuse victims compensation of at least $6,500.

Arrangements in place for Haj pilgrims: Civil aviation ministry

NEW DELHI – The Civil Aviation Ministry Thursday said that it has made all arrangements for the air transport of 125,000 Haj pilgrims to Saudi Arabia this year.

“This year approximately 170,000 pilgrims from India will be going for Haj. Out of these, 125,000 pilgrims will go through the Haj Committee of India,” said the ministry …. Source article  : Arrangements in place for Haj pilgrims: Civil aviation ministry.