Breaking News – Newsletter for November 30, 2010

Confronting sexism may be ‘antidote’ for workplace distress

WASHINGTON – A new study has revealed that women who publicly confront instances of sexism in the workplace tend to feel more capable and competent in their jobs and about themselves in general.

The research from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln examined how both men and women perceive, react to and relate to everyday episodes of … Read : Confronting sexism may be ‘antidote’ for workplace distress.

Binge-drinking culture ‘creating a generation of angry young girls’

LONDON – Experts have claimed that more and more girls are binge drinking and – tired of being regarded as the passive sex – are emulating male behaviour.

They have said that the number of teenage girls who are physically aggressive and lash out at school and at home has risen at an alarming rate.

The …. Source article  : Binge-drinking culture ‘creating a generation of angry young girls’.

N. Korea to develop nuclear capability for peaceful use

NEW DELHI – A North Korean daily has said that his country is actively constructing light-water reactors, but only for peaceful use.

The Rodong Sinmun daily said in a report that “thousands” of centrifuges are in operation at a uranium enrichment plant.he move was for “peaceful use,” the article said, adding that the development and use …. Original article  : N. Korea to develop nuclear capability for peaceful use.

A.P. Singh is new CBI chief

NEW DELHI – A.P. Singh, special director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), was Tuesday appointed the new chief of the agency that is in the spotlight for its probes into several high-profile corruption scandals.

A.P. Singh, 58, a 1974-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Jharkhand cadre, will succeed Ashwani …. Source  : A.P. Singh is new CBI chief.

London Weather Condition To Worsen

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (GaeaTimes.com)- Tuesday morning, the residents of London woke up to witness snowfall and blizzard that has by now affected the majority of UK. The weather condition is set to worsen, as per the prediction of the met office. The forecast says that up to 8 cm of snowfall can take place …. Read the original article  : London Weather Condition To Worsen.

Cinnamon can replace toxic chemicals used to create gold nanoparticles

WASHINGTON – A new study has found a method that could replace nearly all of the toxic chemicals required to make gold nanoparticles. The missing ingredient can be found in nearly every kitchen’s spice cabinet – cinnamon.

Gold nanoparticles, tiny pieces of gold so small that they can’t be seen by the naked eye, are used … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Cinnamon can replace toxic chemicals used to create gold nanoparticles.

AP Singh appointed new CBI director

NEW DELHI – Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer A.P Singh was on Tuesday appointed the new Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a period of two years.

Singh takes over from Ashwini Kumar.

The Appointments’ Committee of the Union Cabinet headed by the Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, cleared the name of Singh, a …. Read the original article  : AP Singh appointed new CBI director.

Soon, tech that would disable cell phones in cars for safety

WASHINGTON – In a bid to stop the growing number of deaths and injuries related to distracted driving, the U.S. Department of Transportation is reportedly considering adding technology to automobiles that would disable cell phones.

“I think the technology is there. And I think you’re going to see the technology become adaptable in automobiles to disable …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Soon, tech that would disable cell phones in cars for safety.

Christopher Columbus was Polish, not Portuguese: Historian

LONDON – A new book has suggested that the man credited with discovering America was actually the son of exiled Polish King Vladislav III and not the son of a humble craftsman from Italy.

The origins of Christopher Columbus have long been a subject of speculation. Academics have now concluded that the explorer was actually a …. Original source  : Christopher Columbus was Polish, not Portuguese: Historian.

Indian Army’s scrap munition disposal a learning experience

LUDHIANA – An Indian Army operation – so far its biggest exercise to destroy scrap munitions – is proving to be a great learning platform for defence personnel, who believe the experience would come handy in crisis situations.

“This is just like on-the-job training for our officers. We are learning so many things here. This …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Indian Army’s scrap munition disposal a learning experience.

Singapore nightspot condemned for free entry offer to those with condoms

KUALA LUMPUR – A nightspot in Singapore has been condemned by health counsellors after it offered free entry to patrons who carried condoms with them.

According to Sin Chew Daily, the club, The Butter Factory, offered patrons free entry between 10pm and midnight on November 27, and it even gave some of those, who forgot, free …. Source  : Singapore nightspot condemned for free entry offer to those with condoms.

Brit-Asian BA worker accused of offering to become suicide bomber, spreading terror in UK

LONDON – Rajib Karim, a Bangladeshi born British Airways computer expert who is alleged to have offered himself as a suicide bomber, has denied terrorism charges against him at an Old Bailey hearing today.

According to the Daily Mail, Karim appeared via videolink at the Old Bailey where he pleaded not guilty to two charges of … Read more : Brit-Asian BA worker accused of offering to become suicide bomber, spreading terror in UK.

No attempt made to entrap potential Oregon Islamic bomber: FBI

WASHINGTON – U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder has dismissed speculation that FBI agents entrapped potential Oregon bomber Mohamed Osman Mohamud.

In comments to reporters, the Christian Science Monitor quoted Holder, as saying that he’d been monitoring the investigation from the start.

“I am confident that there is no entrapment here and no entrapment claim will be …. Source  : No attempt made to entrap potential Oregon Islamic bomber: FBI.

Sri Lanka ‘porn stars’ arrested and bailed

LONDON – Seven people in Sri Lanka have been arrested and bailed after being accused of appearing in locally made pornographic films, according to the country’s police.

The faces of people accused of taking part were earlier published on the Internet with a police plea for help to identify them, reports the BBC.

“So far we have …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Meet the man who goes temporarily blind every time he has sex

LONDON – A man, whose identity could not be revealed, was forced to seek medical help after temporarily losing his sight every time he had sex.

As per the NCBI ROFL blog, the patient would go blind immediately after the ejaculation but the blindness would never occur while performing any other strenuous exercise.

The report revealed … Read more »»».

Prince Andrew’s expletive-ridden rant against British anti-fraud officers exposed

LONDON – Prince Andrew’s expletive-ridden rant against British anti-fraud officers has been exposed.

According to the Daily Mail, the ‘cocky’ and ‘rude’ Duke of York railed against Britain’s Serious Fraud Office and suggested France was riddled with corruption.

In a show of ‘unmitigated patriotism’, he even attacked the U.S. in front of one of the country’s ambassadors, … Read more »»».

Awan calls WikiLeaks report ‘conspiracy to harm Pak’s ties with Islamic countries’

LAHORE – Terming the latest WikiLeaks release as a conspiracy to harm Pakistan’s ties with Islamic countries, Federal Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr Babar Awan, has said that Pakistan’s relations with Saudi Arabia will be strengthened further.

Awan made these comments while addressing the participants of a ceremony held at former FIA director Riaz … Read more »».

Armed 15-year-old US student shoots himself after tense hostage situation

WASHINGTON – An armed 15-year-old US school student has shot himself after police stormed into the classroom at the end of a tense hostage situation in Wisconsin.

The episode began after 3 p.m. on Monday, when the student entered a classroom at Marinette High School carrying a handgun, Police Chief Jeff Skorik said.

He held 23 students …. Source  : Armed 15-year-old US student shoots himself after tense hostage situation.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange could be charged under US Espionage Act

WASHINGTON – Julian Assange, the founder of the whistleblower website ‘WikiLeaks’ that released thousands of US State Department’s secret documents on Sunday, is under the scanner of investigators who are trying to figure out whether or not he had violated criminal laws, and could even be charged under the Espionage Act, according to sources familiar … Read this article on Gaea Times at : WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange could be charged under US Espionage Act.

Next target is big business and their corporate secrets: Wikileaks founder

LONDON – Big business will be the next target of the whistle blowing web site WikiLeaks and its founder Julian Assange.

Assange, a 39-year-old former computer hacker, said he would expose global corporations next year.

Wikileak’s next target will be a major American bank, he said.

“It will give a true and representative insight into how banks behave … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Next target is big business and their corporate secrets: Wikileaks founder.