Monday, May 24, 2010

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Monday, May 24, 2010


Men with six-packs ‘as attractiva males’

WELLINGTON – Six packs is not such a big deal after all- an Australian research that examined viewers’ responses to different male body types in advertisements found that an average-sized man is just as appealing as a bulked-up Adonis.

And the respondents in the University … Original source on Gaea Times at : Men with six-packs ‘as attractiva males’.

Oz researchers say mobile phone helped Mayawati win 2007 Uttar Pradesh elections

NEW DELHI – Mobile phones are big business in India, and according to two Australian researchers evidence has emerged that this instrument played a very key role in helping the Bahujan Samaj Party and its Dalit leader Mayawati achieve a resounding …. Original source  : Oz researchers say mobile phone helped Mayawati win 2007 Uttar Pradesh elections.

Divorced man blogs 101 uses for ex-wife’s wedding gown

LONDON – A divorced man has found a unique way to take revenge from his wife who spurned him – inventing 101 uses of her wedding gown – and blogging about it.

Kevin Cotter was left heartbroken as his high school sweetheart walked out after 12 years … Read : Divorced man blogs 101 uses for ex-wife’s wedding gown.

Brit woman, 111, says honey is the secret to her longevity

LONDON – Eunice Bowman, 111, who has made it into the record books by becoming the oldest person in the UK, has revealed the secret of her longevity – honey.

“I’ve had a simple life but I’ve had some great memories. It’s the honey that keeps me going,” … Original source on Gaea Times at : Brit woman, 111, says honey is the secret to her longevity.

Bagging poolside sun loungers annoys Brit holidaymakers most

LONDON – British holidaymakers get most annoyed with the reservation of the best poolside spots by other tourists, according to a new poll.

Every two in three people, quizzed in a travel agents survey, said the habit of bagging poolside … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Bagging poolside sun loungers annoys Brit holidaymakers most.

One in 10 Brits chooses TV over partner

LONDON – One in every 10 Brits would choose to part ways with their partners than quit watching TV, a new survey has found.

The poll of more than 3,000 people found that 11 percent of the people felt safer at home with the TV switched on.

Also, more than half of the people … Original article on : One in 10 Brits chooses TV over partner.

Brit becomes first to swim under the summit of Mt. Everest

WASHINGTON – British swimmer, Lewis Gordon Pugh, has become the first person to swim under the summit of Mt. Everest.

He swam a distance of 1 km to cross a glacial lake next to the Khumbu Glacier.

Wearing only a pair …. Original article  : Brit becomes first to swim under the summit of Mt. Everest.

Father of Pak man arrested in Chile urges govt. to ensure ‘innocent’ son’s early release

ISLAMABAD – The father of Saif-ur-Rehman, who was detained after traces of explosives were detected on him at the US Embassy in Chile, has urged the Pakistan Government to step in to the issue to ensue his ‘innocent’ son’s immediate release.

Talking to media persons here, Mahmood … Read more : Father of Pak man arrested in Chile urges govt. to ensure ‘innocent’ son’s early release.

Youngest boy to climb Mt. Everest encourages other kids to “go big” in setting dreams

Youngest Everest climber hopes to inspire kids

BEIJING – An eighth-grader from California who became the youngest climber to reach the top of Mt. Everest said Monday he hopes his achievement will encourage young people worldwide to dream big.
“I’m doing this to inspire other kids, hopefully across the world, to get outdoors and to set goals [..] Read the original article: here.

Japanese journalist complains to PM

NEW DELHI – A Japanese journalist Monday complained to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh that it was very difficult for foreign journalists working in India to get press accreditation.

“There is a big problem getting PIB (Press Information Bureau) accreditation and it took me 20 minutes to get into this venue. Even for covering parliament it …. Read the original article  : here.

Israeli military says it plans to ease some movement restrictions in the West Bank

Israel to ease West Bank movement restrictions

RAMALLAH, West Bank – The Israeli military say it plans to further ease movement restrictions on West Bank Palestinians.
Israel has in recent months made it easier for Palestinians to travel in the West Bank.
Monday’s announcement signaled another step in that direction. It comes as Israeli and Palestinian leaders are …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Duchess of York says sorry for pocketing ???27k from bogus tycoon

LONDON – Duchess of York has apologised for pocketing 27,000 pounds from an undercover reporter posing as a tycoon to butter up Prince Andrew for him.

The disgraced Sarah Ferguson, who took the amount as part of a half million quid “introduction fee” – said sorry for the “embarrassment” caused to her ex-husband.

Her apology came after …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Duchess of York says sorry for pocketing ???27k from bogus tycoon.

Spokeswoman: Israeli president denies report he offered South Africa nuclear warheads in 1975

Israel’s Peres denies offering South Africa nukes

JERUSALEM – A spokeswoman for Israeli President Shimon Peres says he categorically denies a report he offered nuclear warheads to South Africa in 1975, when he was Israel’s defense minister.
Peres’ spokeswoman, Ayelet Frisch, said on Monday that there were “never any negotiations” on this between the two countries, as … Read : Spokeswoman: Israeli president denies report he offered South Africa nuclear warheads in 1975.

Oz woman used car’s cigarette lighter to recharge her failing heart

MELBOURNE – An Australian woman, who underwent a heart transplant, is said to have used her car’s cigarette lighter to recharge her old failing heart as she drove along.

Anne Britten, 43, a mother of two from Wee Waa, was born with her heart on the right side, a condition complicated by her other organs being …. Source article  : Oz woman used car’s cigarette lighter to recharge her failing heart.

Lebanese PM in Washington to discuss Mideast peace, security issues with Obama

Lebanese PM to discuss Mideast tension with Obama

BEIRUT – Lebanese prime minister is in Washington to discuss Middle East security issues and peace efforts with President Barack Obama.
It is the first official visit to Washington by Saad Hariri (sahd hah-REER’-ee) since he became prime minister in 2009.
Monday’s visit comes amid tension between Israel and Lebanon …. Original article  : Lebanese PM in Washington to discuss Mideast peace, security issues with Obama.

US no longer ‘terror-tagged’ Pak civilians’ favourite destination post failed NY plot

WASHINGTON – With quite a few terror plots against the United States in the recent past being revealed to have Pakistani links, several Pakistani civilians are now looking for countries other than America for finding a suitable job or to pursue higher studies, …. Read the original article  : US no longer ‘terror-tagged’ Pak civilians’ favourite destination post failed NY plot.

Scientists say Iceland volcano eruption is no longer active

LONDON – Scientists and geophysicists have said that the Icelandic volcano that caused weeks of air travel chaos is no longer active, but added that some steam is still coming out of it.

They also said that no ash is coming out of the volcano.

“The activity of the crater has … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Scientists say Iceland volcano eruption is no longer active.

Jailed Kilinc says his attack on Indian taxi driver was racially inspired

MELBOURNE – A man who viciously bashed up an Indian origin Melbourne taxi driver has admitted that the attack was “racially inspired” because he hated Indians.

According to The Age, Murat Kilinc, 22, was today jailed for a maximum of three years, and, had told a psychologist … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Jailed Kilinc says his attack on Indian taxi driver was racially inspired.

Ahmadinejad’s speech to crowd in southern Iran town marred by shouts of discontent

Ahmadinejad’s speech marred by shouts from crowd

KHORRAMSHAHR, Iran – President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s speech in a southern port town has been marred by shouts from disenchanted Iranians demanding jobs.
Ahmadinejad on Monday addressed hundreds gathered in Khorramshahr – about 625 miles (1,000 kilometers) southwest of Tehran – when scores from the crowd interrupted his speech with shouts: …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Ahmadinejad’s speech to crowd in southern Iran town marred by shouts of discontent.

Light Combat Helicopter Launch, A.K Antony Absent

BANGALORE, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- While the Light Combat Helicopter makes it first flight in India, A. K. Antony who happens to the Defense Minister remained absent at the launch. Reportedly, the Minister and his deputy M. Pallam Raju were to visit the launch of Light Combat Helicopter but they called it off on account of … Read more »».

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