Fate of blueline buses in Delhi to be decided today

NEW DELHI – The Transport Minister Arvinder Singh Lovely is scheduled to meet the blueline bus owners today to decide the future of the bus services in the national capital.

Over 1,600 blueline buses ply in the national capital region.

According to the reports, the Delhi government wants replace the private buses with the new fleet of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Fate of blueline buses in Delhi to be decided today.

Terrorism high on agenda of Commonwealth Parliamentary conference

RAIPUR – Issues relating to terrorism, naxalism and food security are being discussed during the Fourth India and Asia Regions Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) conference which began here on Monday.

Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar who is also the Chairperson of the Executive Committee of the CPA India Region will preside over the five-day function.

The … Read more »»».

Afghan peace talks only ‘informal’ so far due to shadowy Taliban leadership: Holbrooke

Washington: Although there has been an upsurge in the number of high-level Taliban leaders showing interest in Afghan reconciliation process, the present talks are far from any formal negotiation due to the lack of a clear Taliban leadership structure, US Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan, Richard Holbrooke, has said.

In a CNN programme, Holbrooke disclosed … Read more : Afghan peace talks only ‘informal’ so far due to shadowy Taliban leadership: Holbrooke.

Interlocutors meet Shabir Shah’s family in Srinagar

SRINAGAR – The three interlocutors on Kashmir Monday met family members and aides of detained separatist leader Shabir Shah at his uptown residence in summer capital Srinagar.

The chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party is presently under detention and has refused to be let out on parole though the authorities decided to …. Original source  : Interlocutors meet Shabir Shah’s family in Srinagar.

Did aliens create Drumstick – the four-legged chick?

MELBOURNE – A man was travelling through the Northern Territory’s top alien hotspot when his chicken hatched – and it was four legged.

According to the Northern Territory News, owner Kevin Horner said it may have just been a coincidence the chicken with two extra legs was born as he was passing through Wycliffe Well, 1100km … Read more >>.

Brit minister says kids must see women’s rights film full of F-word fusillade

LONDON – Children should be allowed to see a film that contains 17 uses of the F-word as it has vital things to say about women’s rights, says a Brit minister.

Lynne Featherstone, the equalities minister, called on the British Board of Film Classification to lower the rating for ‘Made in Dagenham’ from a 15-certificate to … Original source on Gaea Times at : Brit minister says kids must see women’s rights film full of F-word fusillade.

Fatal car crashes involving teen drivers declining: Report

WASHINGTON – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has indicated that the number of fatal car crashes involving 16- and 17-year-old drivers has continued to drop in recent years.

The annual number of deadly crashes with teen drivers fell from 2,230 in 2004 to 1,437 in 2008, a 36 percent decline, researchers from the agency’s Division … Original article on : Fatal car crashes involving teen drivers declining: Report.

18-year-old math whiz smashes all time highest score on ‘Countdown’

LONDON – A Brit teenage genius has stunned viewers by smashing the all-time points record on British game show ‘Countdown’.

Jack Hurst made a whopping final total, highest ever in the 28-year history of the show.

The 18-year-old boy from Desford, Leicestershire, has been appearing on the show throughout the last week.

And on Friday’s episode, his eighth …. Source  : 18-year-old math whiz smashes all time highest score on ‘Countdown’.

Musharraf lists West’s ‘three blunders’ that gave the world scourge of terrorism

LAHORE – Former Pakistan military ruler Pervez Musharraf has alleged that the West committed three blunders years back, the outcome of which Pakistan and Afghanistan are still bearing in the form of terror threats.

Speaking at the Asia Society’s Texas Centre, Musharraf referred to ‘three blunders’ that contributed to the terror threat in the region, The …. Read the original article  : Musharraf lists West’s ‘three blunders’ that gave the world scourge of terrorism.

Oz man’s record-breaking collection of ‘belly button fluff ‘ in 26 years

LONDON – An Aussie librarian has entered the Guinness Book of Records for collecting 22.1 grams of ‘belly button fluff ‘ over 26 years.

Graham Barker from Perth has saved 22.1 grams of lint after ‘harvesting’ it every day for 26 years and has even considered stuffing a cushion with his bizarre collection.

The 45-year-old plucks the … Read more >>>.

Army protests as soldier dies in Pakistani firing

JAMMU – The Indian Army Monday lodged a strong protest with the Pakistan Army over a ceasefire violation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district that killed an Indian soldier, military sources say.

The soldier was injured in rocket and machine gun fire by Pakistani troops Sunday evening in Krishnaghati sector and succumbed to injuries in …. Source article  : Army protests as soldier dies in Pakistani firing.

US retains options to halt military aid if Pak doesn’t alter its ‘double game’ on terror

LAHORE – While the United States has not attached any conditions to its two-billion-dollar military aid package for Pakistan, it does expect Islamabad to expedite its efforts in uprooting militancy in North Waziristan.

According to diplomatic sources, during the latest round of strategic dialogue that concluded last Friday, the US accepted Pakistan’s position that it did … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : US retains options to halt military aid if Pak doesn’t alter its ‘double game’ on terror.

Uphill task for US to help Pak set up nuclear energy plants due to trust deficit: Carmela

LAHORE – It will be a very difficult task for the United States to help Pakistan set up nuclear energy plants for solving its energy crisis, as the latter’s history of attempted nuclear proliferation to Libya and North Korea has created a trust deficit about the country amongst the international community, US Consul General in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Uphill task for US to help Pak set up nuclear energy plants due to trust deficit: Carmela.

Sex-case question prompts WikiLeaks boss to walk out of interview

LONDON – WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange reportedly walked out of an interview when asked about his personal life.

Australian-born Assange walked out on a CNN interview after the reporter asked him about his often-terse relationship with fellow workers – and an even more serious personal court case in which he was cleared of sex abuse charges …. Original source  : Sex-case question prompts WikiLeaks boss to walk out of interview.

Observers say Karzai-Taliban peace talks ‘mostly hype’

LONDON – Observers of the evolving situation in war-torn Afghanistan have said the recent moves by the U.S.-led NATO coalition force to facilitate peace talks between a council appointed by President Hamid Karzai and the Taliban leaders are mere hype, and scarcely more …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Observers say Karzai-Taliban peace talks ‘mostly hype’.

Interlocutors to meet J-K CM Omar Adullah

SRINAGAR – The three interlocutors appointed by the Central Government to seek out various shades of opinion in Jammu and Kashmir, are scheduled to meet Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and a cross section of people on Monday.

Senior journalist Dileep Padgaonkar, academician Radha Kumar and Central Information Commissioner M. M. Ansari arrived in Srinagar on Saturday.

The [..] Read the original article: here.

Pak violates cease-fire in Poonch district, one soldier killed

POONCH – A soldier was killed in indiscriminate firing by Pakistani troops in Krishna Ghati sector in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch District on Sunday night.

The unprovoked firing appears to have escalated tension along the border ahead of US President Barack Obama’s visit to India.

Accoding to official sources, Pakistani troops targeted the Indian posts of …. Source article  : Pak violates cease-fire in Poonch district, one soldier killed.

Robert Mugabe’s wife ‘had a fling with his top banker for 5 yrs’

LONDON – Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe’s wife has been having an affair with one of her husband’s best friends, it has emerged.

Grace Mugabe, who is 41 years younger than the 86-year-old president, has spent the past five years cuckolding him with Gideon Gono, head of the country’s central bank, reports the Daily Mail.

The couple would … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Robert Mugabe’s wife ‘had a fling with his top banker for 5 yrs’.

Now, airport scanner can reveal what’s in your bottles

LONDON – Carrying your own drinks on board planes would be possible once again-thanks to a new airport scanner developed by British scientists that can differentiate between water and liquid explosives.

Manufacturers have been given an official EU approval to use the new generation of X-ray machines at all European airports.

The machines could be in place … Read : Now, airport scanner can reveal what’s in your bottles.

Cow is god: Tripura tribals dont milk cattle

BAGMARA – Tribals of the dirt-poor village of Bagmara in Tripura have been holding on to their age-old custom that forbids consumption of cow milk, though nearly each household has at least one milch cow.

“We consider the cows as god; hence we stay away from any act of milking the milch cow,” Bagmara … Read more >>.

What I said is a call for justice, says Arundhati

SRINAGAR – Noted writer Arundhati Roy Tuesday said her speeches supporting the call for azadi were what “millions” in Kashmir say every day and were “fundamentally a call for justice”.

Police are reportedly examining the text of her speech made at a seminar here Sunday in which she said that Jammu and Kashmir was never … Original source on Gaea Times at : What I said is a call for justice, says Arundhati.

Kringle Candle Company Starts Its Journey

FRANKLIN COUNTY (GaeaTimes.com)- Michael ‘Mick’ Kittredge III has started Kringle Candle Company following the legacy of his father Michael Kittredge II. The latter set up the Yankee Candle Company. The new candle company was officially opened on this Saturday and it has got the backing of none other than Kathie Lee Gifford. She [..] Read the original article: here.

Hookers wear fluorescent jackets on Spanish highways for safety reasons

LONDON – Street prostitutes outside a Spanish town have been ordered by police to wear fluorescent jackets while working on the highway, so as to prevent road accidents.

Officers have been fining the sex workers 35 pounds for failing to wear the brightly coloured clothing on the LL-11 highway … Original article on : Hookers wear fluorescent jackets on Spanish highways for safety reasons.

Fine for women wearing miniskirts in Italian beach town

LONDON – The mayor of Castellammare di Stabia, south of Naples, Italy, has ordered police in the beach town to fine women who wear “very short” miniskirts or who show too much cleavage.

Luigi Bobbio, who was elected on Silvio Berlusconi’s People of Freedom party …. Original source  : Fine for women wearing miniskirts in Italian beach town.

Youth activists in Kolkata protest against recent metro train mishap

KOLKATA – Youth activists of Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), protested against recent derailment of a metro train in Kolkata.

Protestors held a demonstration outside the Metro Rail Bhavan demanding better safety measures in metro rail services.

DYFI activists on Monday, shouted slogans against the railway authorities and demanded resignation of Railway Minister, Mamata Banerjee holding …. Read the original article  : Youth activists in Kolkata protest against recent metro train mishap.

Boycott Bihar Assembly polls threaten Maoists

GAYA – The Maoists have issued new threat to the people of Bihar’s Gaya District to boycott the Assembly polls in the State.

The Maoists pasted posters all across Bihar’s Gaya District on Monday threatening locals with dire consequences if they voted.

“What are we going to do in the elections? On one hand, the Maoists threaten …. Source article  : Boycott Bihar Assembly polls threaten Maoists.

Elect me, I will turn Bihar into a developed State by 2015, promises Nitish Kumar

PATNA – During the ongoing campaign for Assembly polls in the State, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has said that Bihar will become a completely developed State by 2015 if the people vote his Government back to power.

Addressing a public rally here on Monday, Nitish Kumar urged the public to vote his Government back to power.

“Bihar’s …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Elect me, I will turn Bihar into a developed State by 2015, promises Nitish Kumar.

Pak police operation to bust terror network targeting shrines ‘a complete failure’

LAHORE – Pakistan police have badly failed to hunt the masterminds and terrorists behind brazen suicide attacks at Islamic shrines located in various districts of the country so far.

A senior lawmaker revealed that although Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif had strongly warned Inspector General of Police Tariq Saleem Dogar of swift action after the Data …. Read the original article  : Pak police operation to bust terror network targeting shrines ‘a complete failure’.

Police study Arundhati Roy’s speech

SRINAGAR – Police are examining the text of the speech delivered by Booker Prize winner Arundhati Roy at a seminar here to decide whether it ‘merits legal action or not’.

In her speech Sunday, Roy had said that Kashmir was never an integral part of India and that British imperialism had been replaced by Indian … Original source on Gaea Times at : Police study Arundhati Roy’s speech.

The old in China have no place to live

BEIJING – Many old people in China have no place to live as the country is in acute shortage of old-age homes, authorities have said.

Meng Xianping registered to get his mother into a local nursing home at the end of 2009, but he and the rest of the family – three generations living under … Original source on Gaea Times at : The old in China have no place to live.

‘Coal India IPO a success because of consumer trust’, claims Shriprakash Jaiswal

NEW DELHI – Coal Minister Shriprakash Jaiswal has said that the success of the Coal India Initial Public Offering (IPO) is due to the increasing trust of investors in the Company.

Shriprakash Jaiswal said that the steady improvement in performance and quality of Coal India has led to the stupendous response.

“The way Coal India has performed, … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Coal India IPO a success because of consumer trust’, claims Shriprakash Jaiswal.

Florida teen with uncontrollable hiccups charged with first-degree murder

WASHINGTON – A Florida teenager, well known as the ‘hiccup girl’, has apparently been arrested and charged with murder.

MyFoxTampaBay.com reports that authorities arrested Jennifer Mee, 19, of St. Petersburg, Fla and two others in the shooting death of 22-year-old Shannon Griffin.

Police said Mee lured the victim to an area of St. Petersburg, where two men, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Florida teen with uncontrollable hiccups charged with first-degree murder.

US will ‘invade volatile Pak to deal with instability there’: Australian MP

SYDNEY – The ‘highly volatile’ situation in Pakistan is increasing the likelihood of a US invasion there, Australian parliamentarian Bob Katter has said.

Independent MP Bob Katter told parliament that the United States would invade Pakistan to deal with instability, and Australia must also send troops there, The Australian reported.

Speaking during the debate on Afghanistan, he [..] Read the original article: here.

Pak calls for ‘real time intelligence’ to preempt terror attacks from its soil on West

ISLAMABAD – Just weeks after security alerts were beefed up all across Europe following reports of planned terror strikes on its cities, Pakistan has called for greater intelligence sharing for taking ‘preemptive measures’ against any possible terrorist attacks against Britain and other western countries emanating from its soil.

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani proposed cooperation between …. Source article  : Pak calls for ‘real time intelligence’ to preempt terror attacks from its soil on West.

Musharraf aide seeks FIR against Bugti over ‘billion rupee bounty on his head’ bid

ISLAMABAD – Dr Sher Afgan Niazi, a noted leader of the former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf’s newly formed party All Pakistan Muslim League (APML), has filed an application to register an FIR under Section 7 or the ATA against three people, including Jamhoori Watan Party President Talal Bugti, for announcing a bounty on Musharraf’s head.

However, …. Read the original article  : Musharraf aide seeks FIR against Bugti over ‘billion rupee bounty on his head’ bid.

Gordon Brown branded ’scruffy’

LONDON – Peter Mandelson has dubbed former UK PM Gordon Brown “a cross between a snowplough and a combine harvester”- saying he couldn’t even fix his own tie.

Mandelson, who served as Business Secretary in the last Labour government, was caught commenting on documentary film ‘Mandelson: The Real PM?’ by Hannah Rothschild during the election campaign. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Gordon Brown branded ’scruffy’.

Sarkozy ‘most unpopular French President in 50 years’

LONDON – Nicolas Sarkozy is the most unpopular French President in five decades, according to a new poll.

According to the French poll, ahead of another week of strikes, petrol shortages and travel delays, the President’s popularity has gone down to just 29 percent, 3 points less then September, to reach its lowest ever, reports the … Read more »»».

European Union set to open doors to Indian migrants

LONDON – There is good news for Indian immigrants wanting to settle down in European countries.

According to The Sun, a secret agreement has been reached between the Indian Government and the European Union that will open the employment door to an unlimited number of Indian immigrants and foreign specialists, especially in Britain.

Under the deal being …. Read the original article  : here.

Brit police in training for ‘26/11 Mumbai-style’ gun attacks

LONDON – British security chiefs have ordered an acceleration in police training to prepare for any future ‘26/11 Mumbai-style’ gun attacks in the country.

According to the BBC, a series of counter-terrorism exercises are being held with police training alongside units of British Army’s Special Air Service (SAS).

The drills follow the recent threat of Al-Qaeda … Original article on : Brit police in training for ‘26/11 Mumbai-style’ gun attacks.

Rahul Gandhi advocates upliftment of poor in Bihar

CHAPRA/RAMNAGAR – Campaigning for the ongoing State Assembly polls, Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi has advocated upliftment of the poor for the development in Bihar.

Commenting on the Nitish Kumar-led Government in the State with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as an alliance partner, Rahul Gandhi said Bihar is not shining and National Democratic Alliance (NDA) members …. Source article  : Rahul Gandhi advocates upliftment of poor in Bihar.

Diwali Bonanza For Delhi

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The residents of Delhi have reasons to feel good about ahead of the festive season. The capital is gearing up for celebrating Diwali and what can be better than a new Metro track being thrown open for the commuters? The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has decided to open the stretch … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Diwali Bonanza For Delhi.

O’Hare Airport Back To Normalcy

CHICAGO (GaeaTimes.com)- Storm coupled with extremely strong winds resulted in unexpected flight cancellation at the Chicago O’Hare Airport and the fliers were put into trouble. The ripple effect continued to hamper regular flight operations. The predictions of the met office do not seem to be on the positive side either. As it is being … Original source on Gaea Times at : O’Hare Airport Back To Normalcy.

BSF delegation arrives in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – A delegation of India’s Border Security Force (BSF) has reached Lahore city to attend a bi-annual meeting with Pakistan Rangers in which the issues of smuggling and illegal border crossing will be discussed.

The BSF delegation led by Director General Raman Srivastav arrived Tuesday at Rangers Headquarters through Wagah border, Daily Times reported … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : BSF delegation arrives in Pakistan.

BSF delegation arrives in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – A delegation of India’s Border Security Force (BSF) has reached Lahore city to attend a bi-annual meeting with Pakistan Rangers in which the issues of smuggling and illegal border crossing will be discussed.

The BSF delegation led by Director General Raman Srivastav arrived Tuesday at Rangers Headquarters through Wagah border, Daily Times reported … Original article on : BSF delegation arrives in Pakistan.

‘Pak govt must provide immediate justice for Baloch atrocities’: Amnesty International

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan government must investigate the torture and killings of more than 40 Baloch leaders and political activists over the past four months, human rights group Amnesty International has said.

“The Pakistani government must act immediately to provide justice for the growing list of atrocities in Balochistan,” said Sam Zarifi, Amnesty International’s Asia-Pacific Director.

“Baloch … Original article on : ‘Pak govt must provide immediate justice for Baloch atrocities’: Amnesty International.

UK’s top all-girls school bans skirts as girls wear them too short

LONDON – One of the UK’s top all-girls school has ordered its pupils to wear trousers after a ‘complaint’ about ‘indecent’ length of their skirts.

The head teacher of Sandbach High School, Cheshire, has announced plans to ban skirts from next September because pupils are wearing them too short.

“To remove the problem of inappropriate short shirts …. Read the original article  : UK’s top all-girls school bans skirts as girls wear them too short.

Reluctance to ask for directions makes men drive an extra 276 miles a year

WASHINGTON – A new UK study has shown that men’s reluctance to ask for directions on the road lead them to drive an extra 276 miles a year whereas women settle at 256.

The study conducted by car insurance company Sheila’s Wheels stated that 26 percent men wait for at least half an hour before asking … Read more »».

Tata’s water purifier wins top innovation prize

WASHINGTON – Tata’s inexpensive water purifier, aimed at households that may not have electricity, bagged the top prize in The Wall Street Journal’s Asian Innovation Awards.

The purifier named Swach, which costs just Rs. 999, won the award amid competition from nearly 300 entries.

The Swach prevents water from being dispensed once its filtration capabilities are exhausted.

Journal’s …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

4 out of 5 applicants for new sickness benefit in UK are ‘fit to work’

LONDON – Tests have revealed that 78 pc of Brits who applied for a new sick benefit were fit to work.

About 824,000 have put in for Employment and Support Allowance since it came in two years ago.

Official figures have showed that almost four in five were either trying it on or withdrew their claim before …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : 4 out of 5 applicants for new sickness benefit in UK are ‘fit to work’.

Brit-Indian doc ordered to pay back ???1m after selling dangerous diet pills

LONDON – Corrupt doctor Sudesh Madan who was jailed for 18 months for selling dangerous diet pills to fund her lavish lifestyle has been ordered to pay back more than 1million pounds.

Madan, 58, was jailed in May for selling the Phentermine and Diethylpropion slimming pills at Easy Slim clinics across the UK.

The potentially dangerous … Read more »».

Woman wins men’s dream ‘mud baths and sexy models’ vacation!

MELBOURNE – A contestant has won the ultimate dream vacation for a man – sexy wake up calls from models, mud wrestling, massages by lovely women – only the contestant is a woman.

Deodorant maker Lynx ran the Lynx Lodge contest offering a stay at a resort set to open next month at Lake Macquarie as … Read more »»».

India, Malaysia ink pacts to boost bilateral ties

KUALA LUMPUR – India and Malaysia have signed an agreement to implement Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), which will come into force from July next year.

The two nations have also signed Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) in the areas of information technology and services, traditional medicine, cultural exchanges and research and development.

The pacts were signed after … Original article on : India, Malaysia ink pacts to boost bilateral ties.

Bihar Assembly polls: Election Commission issues notification for final phase

PATNA – The Election Commission on Wednesday issued notification for holding elections to 26 Assembly seats in Bihar going to polls in the sixth and final phase on November 20.

The process of filing of nominations has begun with this process. The last date for filing of nomination papers is November 3 and the scrutiny …. Original article  : Bihar Assembly polls: Election Commission issues notification for final phase.

UK declines Pak request to return ‘visa processing’ to country from Abu Dhabi ‘hub’

ISLAMABAD – Britain is not ready to entertain the Pakistan government’s request for returning visa processing from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad, but has committed to streamline the procedures to ensure swift processing of visa applications from the country.

“The focus is on ensuring processing of applications swiftly and expeditiously,” the Dawn quoted British Home Secretary Theresa … Read more >>.

Follow India’s example, give land to Pak poor to avoid Taliban tentacles

TORONTO – A University of Washington academic has said Pakistan can learn from India’s example of helping landless poor build better lives from themselves.

Roy Prosterman, the founder and chair emeritus of the Rural Development Institute and professor emeritus of law at the University of Washington, believes that the Pakistan Government can solve the backbreaking problems …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Follow India’s example, give land to Pak poor to avoid Taliban tentacles.

Manmohan Singh concludes pacts to boost India-Malaysia bilateral ties

KUALA LUMPUR – India and Malaysia have signed an agreement to implement Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), which will come into force from July next year.

The two nations have also signed Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) in the areas of information technology and services, traditional medicine, cultural exchanges and research and development.

The pacts were signed after …. Source article  : Manmohan Singh concludes pacts to boost India-Malaysia bilateral ties.

Curfew imposed in four districts of J-K

SRINAGAR – Curfew was imposed in Jammu and Kashmir’s four districts on Wednesday to foil a march called by moderate faction of Hurrriyat Conference to the office of the United Nations Military Observers’ Group for India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) here demanding withdrawal of troops from Kashmir Valley.

It has been reported that besides the four …. Source article  : Curfew imposed in four districts of J-K.

Final phase of Bihar Assembly polls on November 20

PATNA – The Election Commission on Wednesday issued notification for holding elections to 26 Assembly seats in Bihar going to polls in the sixth and final phase on November 20.

The process of filing of nominations has begun with this process. The last date for filing of nomination papers is November 3 and the scrutiny … Read : Final phase of Bihar Assembly polls on November 20.

Rally supporting Indo-Naga peace talks held in Senapati District

SENAPATI DISTRICT – A peace rally was organised on Tuesday in support of the ongoing Indo-Naga peace talks in Manipur’s Senapati District.

The rally was organised under the aegis of the Naga HOHO, a chief tribal council.

It was held to press New Delhi to expedite the ongoing Indo-Naga peace process, deferring the proposed rally at … Read more : Rally supporting Indo-Naga peace talks held in Senapati District.

Varanasi residents protest against theft at famous Vishwanath Temple

VARANASI – Residents of Varanasi took out a rally in protest against the administration’s failure to prevent a robbery at the famous Vishwanath Temple.

Sources said that a week ago, a traditional Indian silver Trident was stolen from the temple despite tight security.

The residents said this incident was unacceptable as the temple administration spends huge … Read more : Varanasi residents protest against theft at famous Vishwanath Temple.

Truth ineffective in battling rumours about NYC mosque, study finds

WASHINGTON – A new study has revealed that the truth about the proposed Islamic cultural centre and mosque near Ground Zero in New York City was not effective at all in battling the rumours regarding its construction.

Researchers at Ohio State University found that fewer than one-third of people who had previously heard and believed one … Original source on Gaea Times at : Truth ineffective in battling rumours about NYC mosque, study finds.

Half of all Brit workers would pay more than ???100 to stay in bed

LONDON – Staying in bed for a day is almost a luxury for the majority of us who work several hours a day.

Now, a survey has revealed that nearly half of all workers would pay more than 100 pounds to spend the day in bed.

Forty-five per cent of full-time workers say they would fork out …. Source  : Half of all Brit workers would pay more than ???100 to stay in bed.

Obama may offer stricter nuke deal to Iran, but it could be rejected: Officials

WASHINGTON – The Obama administration and its European allies are preparing a new offer for negotiations with Iran on its nuclear program, senior administration officials say.

The new offer would require Iran to send over 4,400 pounds of low-enriched uranium out of the country, an increase of more than two-thirds from the amount required under a …. Read the original article  : Obama may offer stricter nuke deal to Iran, but it could be rejected: Officials.

‘Drinking, swearing and beer bellied’ Brits voted ‘world’s ugliest tourists’

LONDON – Drunk, swearing and beer bellied British men have been voted world’s ugliest tourists.

A Real Holiday Reports poll revealed that out of 1,353 people, 242 people branded British men top of the slobs.

“It’s their overall behaviour, which obviously leaves a lot to be desired,” The Daily Express quoted Gary Hewitt, who runs the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Vanity Fair’s McCain calendar branded ‘disgusting’

WASHINGTON – A Vanity Fair calendar has sparked a controversy after it published Republican Senator John McCain’s head digitally added to the body of a male model.

On the verge of upcoming midterm elections, Vanityfair.com released racy 2011′ beefcake’ calendar, whose ‘pinup boys’ – their heads digitally mounted on the provocatively posed bodies of male models …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Fingers stuck in bowling ball among worst excuses for not coming to work

LONDON – A survey on the worst ever sick-day excuses workers give to their employers includes one man saying that he cannot come to work as his fingers are stuck in a bowling ball.

The survey by Harris Interactive for job search website Careerbuilder asked employers to list the most unusual reasons for employees not making …. Read the original article  : Fingers stuck in bowling ball among worst excuses for not coming to work.

UN bodies urge Pak to prevent ‘victimisation’ of ‘most vulnerable people’ in flood relief

ISLAMABAD – Three UN human rights bodies have called on Pakistan to ensure that women, minorities and the disabled are spared from “further victimisation” during the recovery from the devastating floods that ravaged the country earlier this year.

“Members of minority communities, Afghan refugees, women, children and persons with disabilities, particularly those living in rural areas, … Read more : UN bodies urge Pak to prevent ‘victimisation’ of ‘most vulnerable people’ in flood relief.

IRCTC Fines Contractor

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Following a complaint that was filed by passengers of Yeshwantpur-Howrah Duronto Express alleging that they were served substandard food during their journey, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) have slapped a fine on the contractor who was in charge of suppling the food in the train. IRCTC officials … Original source on Gaea Times at : IRCTC Fines Contractor.

Parts of Obama coalition drifting toward GOP: Poll

NEW YORK – Critical parts of the coalition that delivered President Obama to the White House in 2008 and gave Democrats control of Congress in 2006 are switching their allegiance to the Republicans in the final phase of the mid-term Congressional elections, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll.

Republicans have wiped out the … Read : Parts of Obama coalition drifting toward GOP: Poll.

Robert Mugabe ‘ready for war’ over allegations his wife cheated on him

LONDON – Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe is set to fight the allegations that his wife Grace cheated on him.

Sources close to the president’s camp say he is livid about the claims that his wife, who is 41 years his junior, had a five-year affair with Gideon Gono, one of his closest friends and the head … Read more >>.

Law Minister Moily says Centre not to pursue Bhopal gas tragedy case in US courts

NEW DELHI – Union Law and Justice Minister M Veerappa Moily has said that the Central Government has decided not to pursue Bhopal gas tragedy compensation case in the US courts, observing it was not in interest of the country or victims.

“The Central Government has reportedly decided to not pursue the compensation from the parent …. Source  : Law Minister Moily says Centre not to pursue Bhopal gas tragedy case in US courts.

Pak Army ‘illegally’ gave funds to Bugti’s rivals under Musharraf’s call: Audit report

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistani Army had distributed illegal funds to the rivals of Nawab Akbar Bugti between 2000 and 2002, according to an audit report.

The Audit department report presented in a meeting of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the National Assembly revealed that around 42 million rupees were distributed among the Kulpar Bugtis of … Original source on Gaea Times at : Pak Army ‘illegally’ gave funds to Bugti’s rivals under Musharraf’s call: Audit report.

Senior citizens in village protest non-payment of pension

JHARGRAM – About 2000 old women, hailing from West Bengal’s Paschimi Medinipur District, staged a rally to protest against the non-payment of their pension dues.

“I am old and alone. I manage to get food after selling Sal leaves (used for rolling indigenous smoking tobacco reefers known as Beedis). Next year I wouldn’t be able to …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Army chief confirms probe into Mumbai skyscraper scam

NEW DELHI – Chief of Army Staff, General V.K. Singh, has confirmed that the army is investigating the alleged role of senior officers in the multi-storeyed Adarsh Co-operative Housing Society scam.

Speaking on the sidelines of a function to mark the formal inauguration of a programme ‘Mission Army’ being produced by National Geographic Channel at New … Read more >>>.

Naked starlets encouraging sexting among Oz teens

SYDNEY – Experts have warned that starlets who promote their naked photos and videos are encouraging teens in Australia to take up sexting.

Child education expert and former police officer Susan McLean, said parents and teachers are at a loss to explain the prevalence of sexting in schools.

But she believes the bombardment of naked photos and …. Read the original article  : Naked starlets encouraging sexting among Oz teens.

Mohammed is most popular name for baby boys in UK

LONDON – Topping the list for the most popular name given to newborn boys in Britain is Mohammed, followed by Oliver, Jack, Harry and Alfie.

Mohammed had been placed third last year, but now has come first after overtaking the name Jack, which had topped the list for the past 14 years and is now in …. Source  : Mohammed is most popular name for baby boys in UK.

Angolan man enters records book for world’s biggest mouth

LONDON – A man from Angola has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for having the widest mouth.

Francisco Domingo Joaquim, 20, who can even fit a Coke can sideways in his 17cm-wide mouth, was spotted performing on YouTube, the Sun reported.

Ever since researchers tracked him down to his hometown in Angola, his videos have … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Angolan man enters records book for world’s biggest mouth.

American Sikhs say ‘Muslim origin’ Obama skipping Golden Temple visit out of fear

WASHINGTON – The American Sikh community has said that President Barack Obama is not visiting the Golden Temple in Amritsar because he harbours fears of negative image fallout with him being partially Muslim by birth.

Refusing to buy the White House explanation that India is a huge country and that it would not be possible for …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : American Sikhs say ‘Muslim origin’ Obama skipping Golden Temple visit out of fear.

Raising funds for infrastructure development not a big problem: Mukherjee

NEW DELHI – Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee has said that raising funds for infrastructure development is not a big problem, and added that progress has been made in the Central Government’s flagship ‘Bharat Nirman’ programme, which aims to upgrade rural infrastructure projects such as roads, water, electricity and telecom connectivity.

“Forty-one lakh crore … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Raising funds for infrastructure development not a big problem: Mukherjee.

CWG scam: Income Tax raids offices of contractors

NEW DELHI – Offices of several contractors, who were involved with the recently held XIXth Commonwealth Games, were raided by income tax officials on Thursday.

Raids are being conducted at the offices of Satya Prakash Constructions, which provided landscaping services for the Games, and at the offices of Shiv Naresh Sports, which provided tracksuits for the …. Source article  : CWG scam: Income Tax raids offices of contractors.

Californian woman spanked at work entitled to $1.4 m settlement

London, Oct 29 (ANI: A 57-year-old saleswoman from California, who won a whopping 1.4 million dollars from her ex-employers after being spanked during a company team-building exercise, finally has the right to get paid.

Janet Orlando was a saleswoman for an Anaheim-based security company when she claimed she was continuously sexually harassed four years ago.

She sued …. Source article  : Californian woman spanked at work entitled to $1.4 m settlement.

Nearly a third of Brit women workers are now main breadwinners

LONDON – A new UK study has found that nearly a third of women workers are now the main breadwinners, earning more salary than their partners.

Five years ago, a quarter of women said they earned the most cash in their household; however, the figure has bulged to 29 per cent now.

‘Working Women’, a report …. Original source  : Nearly a third of Brit women workers are now main breadwinners.

US official feels substantial progress has been made in Afghanistan

KABUL – U.S. Deputy Defense Secretary William Lynn has said that there has been “substantial progress” in the Afghan campaign.

Endorsing optimistic reports from Kabul-based commanders in the U.S.-led coalition, Lynn said that the recent offensives in Helmand and Kandahar have inflicted damage on the Taliban.

“We’ve checked their momentum. Whether it’s reversed-we’re in the … Read more : US official feels substantial progress has been made in Afghanistan.

Delhi Government to monitor upkeep of Commonwealth Games infrastructure

NEW DELHI – Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has constituted a special committee to co-ordinate the efforts of upkeep and maintenance of newly created assets for the Commonwealth Games.

An oversight panel headed by Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta will coordinate this work with various agencies like the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, the New Delhi Municipal … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Delhi Government to monitor upkeep of Commonwealth Games infrastructure.

Ex-IGP gets life imprisonment in Naxalite A. Varghese murder case

NEW DELHI – Former Inspector-General of Police K Lakshmana, who was convicted by a CBI court for the murder of Naxalite leader A Varghese 40 years ago, was sentenced to life term.

The prosecution had sought death penalty for 74-year-old Lakshmana claiming that it was a very rare case of the police shooting a … Original source on Gaea Times at : Ex-IGP gets life imprisonment in Naxalite A. Varghese murder case.

Wikimedia to open first non-US office in India

WASHINGTON – Wikimedia Foundation, the owners of online encyclopedia Wikipedia, plans to open an office in India to take advantage of the country’s open internet culture.

The planned office, expected to open in the next few months, would be the non-profit charitable organization’s first office outside the United States.
“There is a lot of enthusiasm for Wikimedia …. Read the original article  : Wikimedia to open first non-US office in India.

Obama to visit South East Asia’s largest mosque in Indonesia

WASHINGTON – U.S. President Barack Obama will visit the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia and the third largest Muslim house of worship in the world, during his swing through the country November 9 and 10.

White House national security aide Ben Rhodes said the visit is standard protocol for Obama, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Obama to visit South East Asia’s largest mosque in Indonesia.

Qantas woman under investigation over ‘mile-high’ sex romp

MELBOURNE – A female Qantas employee is under investigation for a “mile-high” sex romp with a male passenger.

According to the Herald Sun, the two were sitting side by side in business class on a Melbourne-Los Angeles flight on October 6 when they started getting raunchy.

The woman, who is not a flight attendant, was travelling … Read : Qantas woman under investigation over ‘mile-high’ sex romp.

Sarah Palin says Bristol will ‘kick her butt’ in ratings face-off

NEW YORK – Former Alaska governor Sarah Palin Sarah Palin will face off against daughter Bristol for ratings next week.

Palin will go head-to-head with Bristol next week for ratings, as Sarah joins Fox News to cover the midterm elections while Bristol continues to cling to her contestant status on ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.”

“She’ll …. Source  : Sarah Palin says Bristol will ‘kick her butt’ in ratings face-off.

Pak-Afghan Transit Trade Agreement formally signed by both countries

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Afghanistan signed the Pak-Afghan Transit Trade Agreement yesterday for boosting bilateral trade and exports.

Pakistan’s Minister for Commerce Makhdoom Amin Fahim and Afghan Commerce Minister Anwarul Haq Ahadi inked the agreement in Kabul, the Daily Times reported.

Afghan President Hamid Karzai and US Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Richard Holbrooke witnessed the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Pak-Afghan Transit Trade Agreement formally signed by both countries.

Pentagon official charged with setting up unauthorised spy network in Afghanistan

WASHINGTON – A Pentagon investigation has concluded that one of its officials, Michael D. Furlong, set up an “unauthorized” intelligence network to collect information in the United States and Afghanistan.

According to the New York Times, Furlong fed information to senior generals and used for strikes against militant groups, while masking the entire operation as a … Read more >>.

Brit couple suspended from work after sex romp at Pizza Express

LONDON – Two workers of a Pizza Express in Britain have been suspended after they were spotted having sex inside the closed outlet by passers-by.

The two were so overcome by lust they forgot they could be seen through the window of the brightly lit restaurant in King Street, Manchester, and they never realised that witnesses … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Brit couple suspended from work after sex romp at Pizza Express.

Dating site for ugly people celebrates first engagement

LONDON – A British couple, who met on the dating site set up for ugly people, has become the first to get engaged.

Tom Clifford, 36, and Janine Walker, 31, had met in person just a month ago, and they are planning to marry in December following a whirlwind online romance.

Clifford, a carpet fitter who admits … Read more >>>.

Delhi Metro commuters delayed due to signalling problem

NEW DELHI – Thousands of Metro train commuters had to put up with long delay at various stations in the national capital on Friday as trains on the Noida Line were delayed due to a signalling problem.

Trains were run at a restricted speed causing delay for over 30 minutes following their stoppage at every station … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Delhi Metro commuters delayed due to signalling problem.

US not tracking spending on Afghan projects, audit says

LONDON – The US government has spent about 55 billion dollars on rebuilding in Afghanistan since 2001, but a government watchdog has said that there is confusion about how the money was spent.

The BBC quoted the special inspector general’s office for Afghanistan reconstruction as saying that there is a “confusing labyrinth” of spending.

According to the … Read more >>.

Earthen lamp business picks up in Gorakhpur ahead of Diwali

GORAKHPUR – Potters in Gorakhpur are happy lot these days as their business has picked up ahead of Diwali.

Harivansh, a potter, said he was very happy at seeing demand for his earthen lamps picking up pace.

“We are meeting most of the demands for earthen lamps and pots and we are also exporting them to foreign [..] Read the original article: here.

Indian team visits Poonch trade post to review infrastructure, security

POONCH – A Union Home Ministry team, led by Joint Secretary K Skandan, visited the Poonch trade facilitation centre on Thursday to review trade infrastructure facilities with Pakistan and suggested a tightening of security measures.

The delegation met various officials in the state and asked for refurbishing the infrastructure to enhance the trade.

“The joint secretary went …. Source article  : Indian team visits Poonch trade post to review infrastructure, security.

Bihar police chief says third phase of assembly polls peaceful

PATNA – Bihar’s Director-General of Police Neelmani has said that the third phase of polls in the state was by and large peaceful.

“Barring a few sporadic incidents, the third phase of election concluded, by and large peacefully,” he said.

“As a precautionary measure, 185 arrests were made in the districts going to polls in the third …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Al Gore under fire for leaving car idling for an hour during speech

MELBOURNE – Climate change warrior Al Gore has invited controversy after reportedly leaving his car idling for an hour during an environment lecture in Sweden.

A blogger revealed the Nobel Peace Prize winner arrived for the Gothenburg speech in a rental car (with or without driver is unclear), from the airport, and subsequently left the engine …. Source article  : Al Gore under fire for leaving car idling for an hour during speech.

“Qaeda plotted to take hostages in Mumbai-style ‘Euro Plot’ for release of 9/11 mastermind”

BERLIN – Al-Qaeda planned to take hostages in its Mumbai-style attacks on Britain, France and Germany in a possible ‘Euro Plot’ to demand the release of 9/11 terror mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, according to a former associate of Osama bin Laden.

“I have information that I consider to be reliable, according to which al-Qaida in Waziristan [..] Read the original article: here.

Jharkhand tribals protest against relocation away from tiger reserve area

PALAMU – Villagers in Jharkhand Palamu district protested on Friday against the government’s proposal to resettle them away from the core area of tiger reserve.

Paritosh Upadhyay, Vice-President, Tiger Project, Palamu said that the forest department has already started the talks with eight villages in the area to relocate them at other places.

“There should be no [..] Read the original article: here.

PANAM flight 73: victims Neerja Bhanot’s kin hope for justice from Obama

CHANDIGARH – The kin of Neerja Bhanot, one among the Indian victims of the PANAM 73 flight that was hijacked in 1986 are hoping that justice would be rendered to them when the US President Barrack Obama visits India.

Talking to reporters here on Friday, Akhil Bhanot, brother of Neerja Bhanot said he felt that President …. Read the original article  : PANAM flight 73: victims Neerja Bhanot’s kin hope for justice from Obama.

Arms and ammunition cache captured in West Bengal

BARDHAMAN – Security forces recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition in West Bengal’s Bardhaman District on Friday.

In a joint search operation launched by the police and Rapid Action Force (RAF), they recovered five hand bombs, three musket gun, four pipe guns, five rifles and other ammunition.

“We obtained information from intelligence sources about the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Maoists kill special police officer in Chhattisgarh

BHAIRAMGARH – Maoists brutally murdered a Special Police Officer at Bhairamgarh in Chhattisgarh on Friday.

According to the deceased’s father, a group of armed Maoists forcibly took his son, Pramod Yadav out of the house and killed him a short distance away.

The local police officials told mediapersons confirmed that the Maoists ran away into the forests … Read : Maoists kill special police officer in Chhattisgarh.

Maoists torch two vehicles in Jharkhand

LATEHAR – Maoists torched two vehicles in Jharkhand’s Latehar district in revenge for not getting the ransom demanded by them.

Fifteen members of the rebel group of Jharkhand Army Tigers attacked the labourers who were working on the construction site of a road.

Amrendra Singh, an eyewitness of the whole incident, said that few men in civil …. Original article  : Maoists torch two vehicles in Jharkhand.

CCTV footage shows Brit cops pinning down naked mum in cell

LONDON – A mother, who was accused of assaulting cops, has been cleared by the court after watching a CCTV footage which showed cops attacking her.

Stephanie Rutter, 25, from Runcorn, was seen being pinned down by four officers after she was stripped naked in a police cell.

The hairdresser had been arrested after a row …. Original article  : CCTV footage shows Brit cops pinning down naked mum in cell.

US likely to provide additional 400mn-dollar military aid to Pak

WASHINGTON – The United States is likely to provide an additional annual military assistance of 300-400 million dollars to Pakistan, besides the package of 2.029 billion dollars announced last week, after having a “better understanding” of the latter’s position on North Waziristan during the latest round of their strategic dialogue in Washington.

According to diplomatic sources, [..] Read the original article: here.

Now wake up at the crack of a ‘fake’ dawn!

LONDON – Ever looked outside on a wintry morning and sidled back into bed feeling lackluster? Now, a British firm has created an alarm clock that creates an artificial dawn to drive your blues away.

The device, according to the firm, cures depressive illness SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) – a depression brought on by a lack …. Source article  : Now wake up at the crack of a ‘fake’ dawn!.

Muslim man told his divorce joke to wife on Skype stands

LONDON – A Muslim man, who jokingly told his wife “talak, talak, talak” (I divorce thee, I divorce thee, I divorce thee) in an online Skype messenger conversation, has been told the separation stands.

The ruling was made in an online fatwa by the Darul Uloom Deobandi seminary in northern India, which is regarded as …. Read the original article  : Muslim man told his divorce joke to wife on Skype stands.

Global terrorist Carlos the Jackal was feted, pampered by Stasi backers

LONDON – Recent evidence on global terrorist Carlos the Jackal has shown that he was not only supplied weapons and given sanctuary by the East German secret police, but also feted and pampered by them.

German news magazine Focus obtained paperwork, which revealed just how extensive the support for Carlos, real name Illich Ramirez Sanchez, was, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

US ambassador ‘justifies’ drone attacks in Pak as ‘part of war on terror’

LAHORE – The newly appointed US ambassador to Pakistan, Cameron Phelps Munter, has termed drone attacks in its tribal region as part of their war on terror, as they are targeted against militants, a private TV channel has reported.

The ambassador also said that Pakistan was an important ally in the war against terror, and that …. Read the original article  : US ambassador ‘justifies’ drone attacks in Pak as ‘part of war on terror’.

Gawker-Christine O’Donnell Story Creates Buzz

PHILADELPHIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Christine O’Donnell has found herself in the news for all the wrong reasons yet again as Gawker has published a story claiming that she had a one night stand with a man from Philadelphia three years ago. The news comes as a surprise to many as Christine O’Donnell is known for her … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Gawker-Christine O’Donnell Story Creates Buzz.

Aircel in Rajasthan Launched by Bipasha Basu

JAIPUR, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Aircel GSM mobile has now reached royal state of Rajasthan. Bollywood diva Bipasha Basu has launched the Aircel service with lowest call rates and packages that also facilitates pocket internet.
The sizzling Bollywood actress was given the honor to make the first call from the newly-launched phone to Aircel chief operating … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Aircel in Rajasthan Launched by Bipasha Basu.

Frenchman who asked Rachida Dati for ‘an inflation’ locked up for 2 days

LONDON – A 40-year-old Frenchman who sent a joke email to the former Justice Minister Rachida Dati, asking for ‘an inflation’, was locked up for two days and is facing criminal charges.he unnamed contacted the MEP at the European Parliament in Strasbourg last week following her appearance on a national radio station when she confused …. Original article  : Frenchman who asked Rachida Dati for ‘an inflation’ locked up for 2 days.

Hillary Clinton arrives for ASEAN Summit in Vietnam

HANOI – U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in Vietnamese capital Hanoi on Saturday for the Association of South East Asia Nations (ASEAN) Summit, even as the United States gets set to join the East Asia Summit group.

An invitation was extended to the U.S. on behalf of members of the East Asia Summit, even …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Hillary Clinton arrives for ASEAN Summit in Vietnam.

At 28, Prince William suffering from ‘hair thinning’

NEW YORK – Prince William, the heir to the throne of England has recently been spotted with his mane, which has become increasingly thin.

Appearing at a naval base in Scotland, Prince William, a commodore-in-chief (also known as an honorary appointment in the Royal Navy), even showed the beginnings of a small bald spot despite being …. Source article  : At 28, Prince William suffering from ‘hair thinning’.

Iran willing to talk about nuclear programme: EU

Brussels, Oct 30 (IANS/AKI) Iran is willing to participate in negotiations regarding its nuclear programme, European Union’s Foreign Affairs chief Catherine Ashton has said.

Ashton said the Islamic Republic would return to talks after Nov 10.
The top Iranian nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili “is willing to agree a date and a time after the … Read more >>>.

Here’s the art behind Nobel citations

NEW DELHI – Writer Dorris Lessing’s cats found a way into her Nobel citation! That’s because the prestigious awards, instituted in 1901, carry a rich legacy of art that reflects the recipient’s persona, says artist Annika Rucker who has designed 200 such citations since 1988.

“I have to handcraft nine citations by December. Each citation …. Source  : Here’s the art behind Nobel citations.

Say goodbye to wrinkles with new ‘vampire filler’!

NEW YORK – Doctors have come up with an innovative albeit a bit macabre way of treating wrinkles – vampire fillers.

It is exactly what it sounds like – sucking the blood from a person’s body but there’s more – the same blood is then pumped back into the face to treat fine lines and wrinkles.

Dubbed …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Say goodbye to wrinkles with new ‘vampire filler’!.

Canvases with poetry draw applause for young artist

NEW DELHI – Art with poetry on the canvas and installations that included sofas, chairs and even a ladder! Budding artist Trishla Jain certainly left many impressed with her solo exhibition in the capital.

Her first solo exhibition of acrylic and oil paintings, under the title “That Freshness”, was held at Stainless Art Gallery.
Altogether …. Original article  : Canvases with poetry draw applause for young artist.

Al Qaeda’s Al Asiri said to be Yemen parcel bombmaker

LONDON – Ibrahim Hassan Al Asiri, a Yemen-based al-Qaeda terrorist, is being touted as the man who prepared the two parcel bombs that were discovered onboard two US-bound jets in the UK and Dubai.

US intelligence officials say the detonator on one of the devices is almost exactly the same as one he is thought to … Read more >>.

Gay Chinese kids seek acceptance

BEIJING – More and more people in China are now coming out of the closet and are asking their parents to accept their homosexual orientation.

About 200 people – gays and lesbians – along with their parents, gathered in a hotel in Beijing Saturday to call for family acceptance and support for gay people.
Out … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Gay Chinese kids seek acceptance.

More than a quarter of Kiwi women ready to pay for sex: Study

WELLINGTON – More than a quarter of Kiwi women wouldn’t mind paying for sex, a new survey has revealed.

Ex-MP Pam Corkery and business partner Rebekah Hay commissioned the survey.

They are also setting up what is believed to be the world’s first male brothel for women, to open in central Auckland next July.

The surveyed women …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

What do Kiwi women want in their men?

WELLINGTON – Well-groomed, easy-going, funny and not cheesy type are the qualities Kiwi women look for in their men, reveals a survey.

Ex-MP Pam Corkery and business partner Rebekah Hay commissioned a survey on what women want in a man.

Unlike many of their male counterparts, New Zealand women don’t want young and adoring.

Women wanted prospective partners …. Original article  : What do Kiwi women want in their men?.

Oz snorkeller grabs white shark’s tail to save teenager

MELBOURNE – An Oz snorkeller became a hero when he pulled the tail of a great white shark that was attacking a teenage girl.

While leading a swim-with-the-dolphins tour south of Perth, Elyse Frankcom was bit into her hip and left buttock by a 3m shark.

The snorkeller who saved Frankcom declined reveal his identity. “All … Read : Oz snorkeller grabs white shark’s tail to save teenager.

Prince William’s girlfriend Kate Middleton quits job as a photog

LONDON – Prince William’s girlfriend Kate Middleton has given up her job as a photographer, fuelling rumours plans are in place for a royal wedding announcement.

Kate quit the role at her parents’ multi-million pound event supplies firm Party Pieces.

Her final assignment was shooting the Christmas catalogue at the firm’s warehouse in Berkshire while proud William, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Prince William’s girlfriend Kate Middleton quits job as a photog.

Pak ATC releases seven terror suspects owing to lack of evidence

RAWALPINDI – An Anti-Terrorism Court in Pakistan ordered the release of seven terror suspects on Saturday due to a lack of evidence against them.

Judge of Special Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Rawalpindi, Malik Akram Awan, ordered to free the suspects arrested for their alleged involvement in suicide attacks on FC check-post and a special police branch, the … Original article on : Pak ATC releases seven terror suspects owing to lack of evidence.

Kiwi father forced daughter to pray after sexually abusing her

WELLINGTON – A NZ father, who made his young daughter pray for forgiveness with him after he had sexually abused her, has been jailed.

Christchurch Court News website reported that the man was a church official at the time, prompting Christchurch District Court Judge Stephen Erber to highlight the hypocrisy of his conduct – working with … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kiwi father forced daughter to pray after sexually abusing her.

Lipitor Recalled Again

WASHINGTON (GaeaTimes.com)- Nearly 38,000 bottles of cholesterol drug Lipitor has been recalled by US drugmaker Pfizer Inc. on Friday because of the unpleasant odor relating to the packaging bottles. The company released a statement on Friday stating that the cause of the recall because of the musty moldy odor of the bottles. The company … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Lipitor Recalled Again.

Writer recreates horror of Indira’s assassination

NEW DELHI – The assassination of former prime minister Indira Gandhi 26 years ago is one of the subjects of writer Sudeep Chakravarti’s new book, “The Avenue of Kings”, a set of three novellas.

The book will be published by HarperCollins-India in November end.
Indira Gandhi was assassinated Oct 31, 1984 by two of her …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Writer recreates horror of Indira’s assassination.

Marine Corps Marathon Enforces More Stringent Security

WASHINGTON (GaeaTimes.com)- The last three shootings at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, The Pentagon complex in Arlington and the Marine Corps Recruiting Station in Chantilly, left peril amongst the people. The common factor amongst all the shooting was the US naval department. Therefore, with the Marine Corps Marathon, that … Read more >>.

Lebanon claims record for world’s biggest wine glass

LONDON – Lebanon has unveiled the world’s biggest wine glass, smashing the previous record set in Portugal.

The giant vessel – measuring 1.51 metres in height and 1.46 metres at its widest point – can hold an incredible one hundred bottles.

It was unveiled at a wine festival in Beirut and officially declared a champion by Guinness … Read more >>.

Premature to comment on Adarsh Housing scam: Pranab Mukherjee

NEW DELHI – Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, who is expected to meet Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan on Tuesday evening, with regard to Mumbai’s Adarsh Society scam, has said that it is premature to comment on the scam.

“Yet to look at the details of Adarsh Housing scam. It is premature to comment on the …. Read the original article  : Premature to comment on Adarsh Housing scam: Pranab Mukherjee.

Chidambaram to meet Omar Abdullah

JAMMU – Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram, who is presently in Jammu and Kashmir to review the security situation in the State, will meet Chief Minister Omar Abdullah here on Sunday evening.

He will also hold a meeting with senior State Government officers.

Chidambaram had earlier on Saturday visited flood-ravaged Leh to assess the rehabilitation work and … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Chidambaram to meet Omar Abdullah.

Pakistani man sets martial arts world record with 1110 kicks in 30 mins

ISLAMABAD – A martial arts expert from Pakistan, Ahmed Hussain, has smashed the world record in martial arts kicks with 1110 kicks in 30 minutes.

Hussain, who belongs to Upper Dir district in Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa province, made this new world record in presence of two judges at Peshawar Press Club, reports the News.

Moreover, he also improved …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Pakistani man sets martial arts world record with 1110 kicks in 30 mins.

Yemen plane bomb plot: Australia on cargo alert

MELBOURNE – Air transport authorities in Australia are on high alert following the discovery of two packages containing explosives on cargo planes bound for the US.

The packages sent from Yemen had been addressed to synagogues in Chicago.

The federal government has stepped up security screening of cargo arriving in Australia from the Middle East following Friday … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Yemen plane bomb plot: Australia on cargo alert.

‘Supermum’ has 15 kids from last marriage, expecting 16th from new man

LONDON – A 34-year-old man from UK is about to marry a woman, who has 15 children from last marriage and is expecting 16th from her new man.

Leisure centre events co-ordinator Craig Le Sauvage, is all set to tie the knot with 39-year-old Joanne Watson.

Joanne, who still looks gorgeous, has spent almost half of her …. Original article  : ‘Supermum’ has 15 kids from last marriage, expecting 16th from new man.

China’s Asian neighbors linking-up to neutralise its aggressive designs

HANOI – India is promoting itself throughout the Asian region as a counter-weight to China, and so are some other countries located in the area.

China’s military expansion and assertive trade policies have set off jitters across Asia, prompting many of its neighbors to rekindle old alliances and cultivate new ones to better defend their interests …. Original article  : China’s Asian neighbors linking-up to neutralise its aggressive designs.

NGO hosts environment awareness campaign in Bhubaneswar

BHUBANESWAR – A non-governmental organisation (NGO) ‘Prerna’ for social service and development of art, literature and culture, organised an environment awareness campaign here on Saturday.

The campaign was aimed at educating people about the need to conserve flora and fauna.

“We are here to, through the art to bring attention to the environment, water, air, trees, to …. Source article  : NGO hosts environment awareness campaign in Bhubaneswar.

Elaborate security in place for fourth phase of Bihar Assembly polls

PATNA – Elaborate security arrangements have been made to ensure a free and fair polls during the fourth phase of Bihar Assembly elections on Monday.

Voting will take place for 42 Assembly constituencies in this phase.

Of the 42 constituencies, polling will be held between 7 am and 3 pm in constituencies of Alauli (SC), Suryagarha, … Read more : Elaborate security in place for fourth phase of Bihar Assembly polls.