Women prefer modern ‘gentlemen’ who text regularly and take out rubbish

LONDON – A new survey has revealed that women of today no longer expect a gentleman to pay for dinner, instead they prefer men who text regularly and also take out the rubbish.

Pulling out chairs and opening doors once used to be the traits of a gentleman, but now making a cup of tea for …. Read the original article  : here.

Britain’s first mag dedicated to women with real curves

LONDON – A magazine in Britain has become the first to dedicate and feature voluptuous women in its pages.

The mag, Just As Beautiful, aimed at women between a size 14 and 20, refuses to use models smaller than a size 14, and it features articles on fashion, cooking and lifestyle, but none on dieting.

When it …. Source  : Britain’s first mag dedicated to women with real curves.

Lying creates desire to wash mouth

WASHINGTON – Apparently your mom was right when she threatened to wash your mouth with soap if you lied. According to a study, lying creates a desire to clean the “dirty” body part.

“The references to ‘dirty hands’ or ‘dirty mouths’ in everyday language suggest that people think about abstract issues of moral purity in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Lying creates desire to wash mouth.

Shahzad contacted Pak Taliban to report failed Times Square bombing attempt

NEW YORK – Failed Times Square bomber Faisal Shahzad had returned to his home in Connecticut, and contacted the Taliban to inform one of his handlers about his act in New York, new court documents have revealed.

The documents submitted by prosecutors said that in the period leading up to the bombing attempt, the Pakistani-born US …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Shahzad contacted Pak Taliban to report failed Times Square bombing attempt.

Man claimed wife beating was ‘traditional Turkish dance’

MELBOURNE – A New Zealand kebab shop owner has been convicted of assaulting his wife after the judge dismissed his claims they were performing a traditional Turkish dance with violent-looking moves.

Allaetin Can was taken into custody in August after an onlooker reported he was attacking his wife outside their takeaway in the North Island town … Read more »».

CIA to continue drone attacks in Pak after getting 100% results: Leon Panetta

LAHORE – Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director Leon Panetta has reportedly said that the CIA will continue staging drone attacks in Pakistan, a private TV channel reported.

In his meeting with the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) Director General Shuja Pasha, Panetta said that the CIA was achieving 100 per cent results through the drone attacks, even …. Source  : CIA to continue drone attacks in Pak after getting 100% results: Leon Panetta.

Dikshit inaugurates 400 KV power sub-station in North West Delhi

NEW DELHI – Inaugurating a 400 KV power sub-station at Mundka in North-West Delhi on Thursday, Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said that her government is committed to provide un-interrupted power supply in the national capital, and added that the inverter is now part of history.

Stating that there has been a great improvement in the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Dikshit inaugurates 400 KV power sub-station in North West Delhi.

Modern Turkey founder Ataturk’s yacht seized over vice ring allegations

LONDON – The Turkish Government has seized a state yacht that was once used by Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey, following media reports that a vice ring had used the vessel to throw sex parties with prostitutes.

Turkey bought the Savarona in 1938, and Ataturk spent a few weeks aboard the yacht, but …. Original source  : Modern Turkey founder Ataturk’s yacht seized over vice ring allegations.

‘Horny ghost’ called Kevin spooks Oz woman

MELBOURNE – A Northern Territory woman has claimed that a horny ghost is haunting her home.

Jennifer Mills-Young has said that the ghost, named Kevin, once tried to drag her out of bed in the middle of the night.

“I was asleep. I woke up when someone grabbed my wrist,” the Daily Telegraph quoted her as …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Horny ghost’ called Kevin spooks Oz woman.

BJP chief Gadkari appeals for peace, harmony following Ayodhya verdict

MUMBAI – Ahead of Ayodhya verdict, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Gadkari here on Thursday, appealed for peace and harmony and asked party workers to ensure law and order once the verdict is announced.

“I appeal to BJP activists to honour the court verdict. I … Read this article on Gaea Times at : BJP chief Gadkari appeals for peace, harmony following Ayodhya verdict.

Gujarat Assembly Speaker Ashok Bhat passes away

GANDHINAGAR – Gujarat Assembly Speaker and senior BJP leader Ashok Bhat passed away last night at a hospital in Ahmedabad.

Bhat was 71 years old and died due to multiple organ failure.

Bhat was undergoing a treatment at the SAL hospital for last 20 days for complications in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Gujarat Assembly Speaker Ashok Bhat passes away.

Soon, fly on ‘hover-plane’ that combines propellers with fixed wings

MELBOURNE – European company Eurocopter has unveiled a new high-speed ‘hover-plane’ that combines helicopter propellers with fixed wings.

The revolutionary winged helicopter is called the X3 Hybrid Helicraft.

The half-plane, half-helicopter design aims to overcome the obstacles of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Soon, fly on ‘hover-plane’ that combines propellers with fixed wings.

“There is no moderate Taliban”: Musharraf

LONDON – Former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf has said that the United States should continue its war against terror in Afghanistan, instead of going for negotiations with the so-called “moderate Taliban.”

Musharraf insisted the US and its allies should finish the job in Afghanistan, urging them …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : “There is no moderate Taliban”: Musharraf.

Mozambique President gets ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

NEW DELHI – Mozambique President Armando Guebuza, who is on a six-day visit of India, was on Thursday accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

President Pratibha Patil and Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh were present on the occasion along with other dignitaries.

Talking to reporters, President Guebuza said: “India and Mozambique are …. Source article  : Mozambique President gets ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Rapid urbanisation leading to shrinking of Kashmir’s agriculture land

SRINAGAR – The rapid increase in urbanisation and allied infrastructure development activities are causing a shrinking of agricultural land in the Kashmir Valley.

Farmers fear that this growing trend of private builders to purchase farmland for building residential colonies would lead to a devastating food crisis in that Kashmir Valley in the coming years.

Though the law … Read more : Rapid urbanisation leading to shrinking of Kashmir’s agriculture land.

Commonwealth Games: Queen’s Baton reaches Delhi

NEW DELHI – The Queen’s Baton Relay (QBR) of the XIXth Commonwealth Games reached host city New Delhi on Thursday after completing a 20,000 kilometer long journey, passing through all 28 Indian states and seven Union Territories.

The Baton reached the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee headquarters situated opposite Jantar Mantar on Jai Singh Road, where it …. Source article  : Commonwealth Games: Queen’s Baton reaches Delhi.

Bill Clinton still most popular politician in America

WASHINGTON – Twelve years after leaving the presidency, former President Bill Clinton is still the most popular politician in America.

According to a new Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll, 55 percent of those polled held a positive view of Clinton, while only 23 percent had a negative view, the best ratio of any of the politicians … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Bill Clinton still most popular politician in America.

20 Britons training in Pak to launch 26/11 Mumbai-style attacks in UK

LONDON – At least 20 Brit Muslims are reportedly undergoing terrorist training in Pakistan to launch 26/11 Mumbai-style shootings and suicide attacks in the United Kingdom.

According to the Telegraph, the men, who all hold British passports, are said to …. Read the original article  : 20 Britons training in Pak to launch 26/11 Mumbai-style attacks in UK.

“No regrets” over ‘adequate’ security provided to Benazir: Musharraf

LONDON – While preparing to officially launch his new party and rejoin Pakistan’s turbulent politics, former president Pervez Musharraf has insisted he has “no regrets” about the security provided to Benazir Bhutto on the day of her assassination. …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : “No regrets” over ‘adequate’ security provided to Benazir: Musharraf.

Doda District police organises ‘March for Peace’ rally

DODA – Over 1400 students and children took part in a ‘March for Peace’ rally organised by Doda District police officials here on Wednesday.

The race was organised under the direction of Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir, Kuldeep Khoda.

Three first comers were awarded cash and fifty … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Doda District police organises ‘March for Peace’ rally.