3 teen girls crossing Fla. bridge killed by train, while helpless friend on other side watches

Train kills 3 teen girls crossing Florida bridge

MELBOURNE, Fla. – Three teenage girls crossing a bridge in central Florida were killed by a freight train as they desperately tried to get out of its way and their helpless friend on the other side could only watch, police said Sunday.
The girls and the fourth teenager, a … Original article on : 3 teen girls crossing Fla. bridge killed by train, while helpless friend on other side watches.

55 Manipuri children rescued from Tamil Nadu
IMPHAL – Around 55 children were brought back to their homes in Manipur after being rescued from an unregistered children’s home in Tamil Nadu.

The under-teen children were handed over to their families after being brought back to their native place by the officials of Manipur Child Welfare Council.
Saratkumar Sharma, Director, Social Welfare Department said, “We … Original article on : 55 Manipuri children rescued from Tamil Nadu.

Debenhams offer 10-min Botox jabs in UK
LONDON – Renowned British chain Debenham has become the first chain to offer busy shoppers a ten-minute Botox treatment.

The company unveiled the wrinkle-smoothing procedure, priced from 170 pounds, in its store in Newcastle.
The entire process was claimed to take around 45 minutes, including 10 minutes for the jabs, handled by qualified physicians.
“Being able to have …. Source article  : Debenhams offer 10-min Botox jabs in UK.

Apple-mad couple marry at NY store!
LONDON – An American couple, obsessed with Apple products, has tied the knot inside the technology giant’s store in New York.

Josh and Ting Li became man and wife at the city’s Apple store on Fifth Avenue on Valentine’s Day in a ceremony filled with the company’s products.
The pair met in the Apple store and decided … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Apple-mad couple marry at NY store!.

Meet the man behind Michelle Obama’s toned arms
WASHINGTON – Cornell McClellan has been revealed as the man who helps keep the Obamas fit and running.

The personal trainer, who owns a gym called Naturally Fit in the couple’s hometown of Chicago, continues to help US First Lady Michelle, and sometimes President Barack Obama, by flying to Washington about once a week.
McClellan said he …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Meet the man behind Michelle Obama’s toned arms.

‘Discontent manager’ aims to control violence against Indian students in Australia
MELBOURNE – Secretary of the Federation of Indian Students of Australia (FISA), Gautam Gupta has over the past two years has been a polarizing figure in the growing public, political and diplomatic controversy over violence against Indian students in Australia.

However, he is facing criticism for being a lightning rod for the anger and fears of … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Discontent manager’ aims to control violence against Indian students in Australia.

Ahmedabad police on force-cleansing drive
GANDHINAGAR – In a bid to cleanse its force, the Ahmedabad police is initiating steps to identify rogue elements in the department as also their relatives involved in criminal activities.

“We are conducting this internal exercise to identify rogue elements within the force and to also check on their relatives who have a criminal record,” said … Read more »»».

Thousands of illegal immigrants win squatters’ rights to live in Britain
LONDON – Thousands of illegal immigrants have won “squatters’ rights” to remain in Britain permanently after managing to avoid deportation for 14 years under a little known rule.

According to British Home Office data, 7,245 immigrants have won the right to live here permanently since the introduction of the rule in 2003.
Introduced in 2003, the squatters’ … Original source on Gaea Times at : Thousands of illegal immigrants win squatters’ rights to live in Britain.

Karachi becoming favourite hideout of fleeing extremists
LONDON – The recent arrest of Taliban’s second-in command Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar from Karachi has highlighted the fact that Pakistan’s financial capital has become a favourite hide out for extremists who are on the run.

The American and British intelligence agencies have been pressing Islamabad to act against militants establishing their base in Karachi, which …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Karachi becoming favourite hideout of fleeing extremists.

Customs officials seize 20 kilograms of heroin
AMRITSAR – Customs officials confiscated approximately 20 kilograms of heroin worth around rupees one billion in the international market from a drug runner at Amritsar.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has termed this as one of the biggest ever drug seizures in India.
The contraband substance was being transported in a mini- truck and when it was …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Customs officials seize 20 kilograms of heroin.

Assaults on Indian students are of great concern: Brumby
MELBOURNE – Victoria Premier John Brumby has reiterated that assaults on Indian citizens and students in Melbourne are of great concern to him and the Australian Government.

Brumby said that the government is working hard to bring down the crime rate, and Victoria is Australia’s safest state.
“Victoria’s 150,000- strong Indian community is a vital part of … Read : Assaults on Indian students are of great concern: Brumby.

Australia conducting review to beef up law to tackle Internet racism
SYDNEY – Australian Attorney-General Robert McClelland has ordered the Australian Human Rights Commission to conduct a review of “arrangements for dealing with racist material on the Internet.”

The decision comes after Australian authorities warned that the existing law was often considered powerless to act against online content, which is responsible for almost one in five racial … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Australia conducting review to beef up law to tackle Internet racism.

Pro-Telangana student dies after self-immolation attempt
HYDERABAD – A 19-year-old pro-Telangana activist, who attempted self-immolation at the Osmania University campus on Saturday, died of burns early on Sunday.

Siripur Yadaiaiah, who suffered nearly 80 percent burns, died at the Apollo Hospital, police said.
Protests continued at the Osmania University campus despite heavy police presence.
Earlier, Yadaiah, a resident of neighbouring Ranga Reddy district, set … Read : Pro-Telangana student dies after self-immolation attempt.

Mosque plans near Royal Military Academy leave Brit defence chiefs ‘concerned’
LONDON – Plans to build a giant mosque overlooking Britain’s top military academy has come under fire after top defence chiefs claimed that the new structure poses a security threat to budding Army officers at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

“Sandhurst has put in an objection on the grounds of security,” News of the World quoted …. Source  : Mosque plans near Royal Military Academy leave Brit defence chiefs ‘concerned’.

Rushdie accuses Amnesty International of “moral bankruptcy”
LONDON – Salman Rushdie has slammed Amnesty International’s association with former Guantanamo Bay detainee Moazzam Begg, by saying that the charity is suffering from “moral bankruptcy” as it “has lost the ability to distinguish right from wrong.”

The Booker prize-winning author, whose plight was championed by Amnesty when he was placed under a fatwa by the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Rushdie accuses Amnesty International of “moral bankruptcy”.

Germany Bakery blast death toll rises to 14
PUNE – The number of deaths in the February 13 Germany Bakery blast has now reached 14 after Raju Aggarwal, a final year student at Symbiosis Law college, succumbed to injuries at a hospital here on Sunday.

Aggarwal, a resident of Kolkata breathed his last in the Jehangir Hospital here.here are several other patients, who continue …. Source  : Germany Bakery blast death toll rises to 14.

IG Chakraborty suspended for lashing out at West Bengal Government
KOLKATA – Inspector General of Police Benoy Chakraborty, who was on deputation to Eastern Frontier Rifles (EFR) was suspended on Sunday for putting the blame on the West Bengal Government for the misuse of the paramilitary forces.

Addressing the media at Mednipur on Saturday, Chakraborty expressed his displeasure at the awful planning of security, which he … Read : IG Chakraborty suspended for lashing out at West Bengal Government.

Terrorists cleaning passports to avoid detection at airports
LONDON – A secret British Home Office document has revealed that terrorists are “cleaning” their passports to arouse less suspicion at airports.

After making trips to places like training camps in Afghanistan or Pakistan, many plotters apply for a new British passport.
A new passport will have no trace of previous visits, News of the World reports.
They …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

CIA wants Pak to hand over Mullah Baradar to Afghanistan for interrogation
WASHINGTON – The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) wants Pakistan to extradite the Taliban’s second-in command Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, who was nabbed earlier this month in Karachi, to an American prison near Kabul for further interrogation.

Senior US officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, told media persons that Washington is not satisfied with …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : CIA wants Pak to hand over Mullah Baradar to Afghanistan for interrogation.

Diplomats in London embassies using migrant domestic workers as “modern-day slaves”
LONDON – Diplomats at several London embassies have been accused of using migrant domestic workers as “modern-day slaves”, depriving them of food and subjecting them to abuse.

The migrant workers claim that they were lured to the United Kingdom with promises of good remuneration, but have been beaten, sexually abused and forced to sleep in a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.