There will be none like Mother Teresa again, say commoners

KOLKATA – As Mother Teresa’s birth centenary Thursday draws near, commoners here still get tears in their eyes recalling the deeds and words of the Albania-born nun who took Indian citizenship and became one of the world’s greatest symbols of love and compassion.

From homeless labourers to small-time shopkeepers, those who got to interact with the …. Original article  : There will be none like Mother Teresa again, say commoners.

UN atomic watchdog chief to meet Israeli ministers ahead of key nuclear gatherings

UN nuke watchdog chief to meet Israeli ministers

JERUSALEM – Israeli officials say the U.N.’s atomic watchdog chief will meet key Israel ministers in a visit ahead of important international gatherings on nuclear power next month.
Israel refuses to confirm it possesses a nuclear arsenal, but is widely considered a nuclear power.
That makes the country a hot … Read more : UN atomic watchdog chief to meet Israeli ministers ahead of key nuclear gatherings.

Official: American of Somali descant to go on trial next month in Yemen over al-Qaida ties

Official: Somali-American to go on trial in Yemen

SAN’A, Yemen – A security official says an American of Somali descent will go on trial next month over the killing of a Yemeni soldier and the wounding of another during a failed escape attempt from detention.
If convicted, 26-year-old Sharif Mobley of New Jersey could face the death …. Original source  : Official: American of Somali descant to go on trial next month in Yemen over al-Qaida ties.

Two-day Malhaar festival hails spirit of monsoon

NEW DELHI – The setting was perfect. As the rains drenched Delhi, culture enthusiasts soaked in the essence of the monsoon through dance and music at the Malhaar Festival here.

The two-day festival that began Monday evening is being organised by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).
The fest opened at Azad Bhavan here … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Two-day Malhaar festival hails spirit of monsoon.

Ebonics Controversy Resurfaces

ATLANTA (GaeaTimes.com)- The federal Drug Enforcement Administration’s search for professional translators who are fluent in Ebonics has once again brought the controversial question of regarding Ebonics as a separate language different from the usual American English to the forefront. The use of the word “Ebonics” is in itself generating criticism from different groups as … Read : Ebonics Controversy Resurfaces.

Satyam fraud case: Sick Raju makes dramatic appearance in court

HYDERABAD – The tainted founder of Satyam Computer, B Ramalinga Raju, appeared before a local court here today, after avoiding appearance since September last year on health grounds.

Raju is being tried for corporate fraud worth between Rs.7, 100 crore and Rs.14, 000 crore.

His doctor accompanied Raju, who was granted bail by the Andhra Pradesh High … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Satyam fraud case: Sick Raju makes dramatic appearance in court.

Britons tell 657 lies a year: Study

LONDON – Britons tell 657 lies a year, and most blame bankers and MPs for their dishonesty, a survey has revealed.

In the study, commissioned by Chartered Insurance Institute, four in five of those polled said lies were now a part of day-today life.

Despite the recent outcry over MPs’ expenses, 41 per cent admitting …. Original source  : Britons tell 657 lies a year: Study.

Corporate Social Responsibility evolved in the early 20th century

WASHINGTON – Although the term was not coined until 1953, new research shows that corporate social responsibility (CSR) have reportedly traces its roots to the early years of the 20th century and to the editor of one of America’s initial business magazines, The World’s Work.

“From its beginnings in November 1900, The World’s Work was … Original article on : Corporate Social Responsibility evolved in the early 20th century.

‘Ground Zero mosque’ imam’s wife slams US for discriminating against Muslims like Jews

NEW YORK – The wife of the imam, in charge of the proposed Ground Zero mosque has compared the treatment of Muslims in America to the German and American discrimination of Jews.

“This is like a metastasised anti-Semitism, that’s what we feel right now. It’s not even Islamophobia, it’s beyond that, it’s hate of Muslims. …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Ground Zero mosque’ imam’s wife slams US for discriminating against Muslims like Jews.

Environment Ministry rejects Vedanta mining project in Orissa

NIYAMGIRI HILLS – The Ministry of Environment on Tuesday rejected Vedanta mining project in Orissa’s Niyamgiri Hills.

Talking to reporters here, Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh said that the Anil Agarwal-owned Vedanta Resources has violated laws and the Niyamgiri Hills project cannot be given the go ahead unless the Forest Act is complied with.

“There has …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Official: At least 40 civilians die as battle in Somalia’s capital goes into 2nd day

40 Somalis die in battle in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU, Somalia – An emergency official in Somalia’s capital says at least 40 civilians have been killed and more than 130 wounded in fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces backed by African Union peacekeepers.

Ali Muse, the head of Mogadishu’s ambulance service, says the warring sides resumed their fighting …. Read the original article  : Official: At least 40 civilians die as battle in Somalia’s capital goes into 2nd day.

John Le Carre is no fan of “international gangster” James Bond

NEW YORK – British spy novel author David John Moore Cornwell, who writes under the name John Le Carre, has revealed that he is no fan of author Ian Fleming’s martini-loving spy James Bond.

Le Carre, 78, is not hesitant to say exactly what he feels about 007, as seen during a 1966 BBC interview that …. Original source  : John Le Carre is no fan of “international gangster” James Bond.

Death toll in Manila hostage crisis rises to 10

MANILA – The death toll from Monday’s hostage crisis in Manila climbed to 10 early Tuesday, with another hostage succumbing to injuries in a Manila hospital.

A woman died at the San Juan de Dios Hospital, while at least three other hostages were declared dead at the Ospital ng Maynila, four at the Manila Doctors Hospital, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

SKorea: NKorea deploying troops, weapons near Pyongyang ahead of key national events

NKorea deploying troops, weapons near Pyongyang

SEOUL, South Korea – North Korea is deploying troops, artillery and tanks near Pyongyang in apparent preparation for a massive military parade marking key national events later this year, South Korea said Tuesday.
The military buildup near the capital began in mid-July amid high tensions on the peninsula, South Korea’s Defense …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Honolulu’s long-standing trash woes grow worse as plan to ship garbage to Washington falters

Honolulu’s long-standing trash woes growing worse

HONOLULU – Gigantic piles of shrink-wrapped garbage have been moldering in the heat of a Hawaii industrial park for more than five months, waiting for a place to be shipped.
That wait appeared to end Monday when city officials inked a deal to dispose of the 40 million-pound pile of odious … Read more »»».

Skydiver solves Rubik’s Cube mid-air

LONDON – A German skydiver solved a Rubik’s Cube mid-air while sitting in a free-falling rubber dinghy as it plunged to earth.

Ludwig Fichte jumped off from a height of 14,000 feet.
The 29-year-old was filmed completing the puzzle in 31.5 seconds. Thereafter, he deployed his parachute.
The Sun quoted Ludwig, of Dresden, Germany, as … Read more »»».

Britons no longer well mannered, survey shows

LONDON – Britons, who have always prided themselves on being well mannered, are no longer so, a survey showed.

Two-thirds of the respondents, in the survey carried out among 3,000 people, believe that Britain is a rude country and Britons are just as likely to utter an offhand “Cheers” than say a formal “Thank You”.
Daily … Read more : Britons no longer well mannered, survey shows.

Flood-hit Pak asks IMF to restructure 11-bln dollar loan

LONDON – Pakistan has urged the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to restructure the existing 11 billion dollar loan to help it cope with the devastating floods, the worst to have hit the country in the last 80 years.

Pakistani officials discussed the possibility of restructuring the existing 11billion loan with the IMF, which was meant …. Source article  : Flood-hit Pak asks IMF to restructure 11-bln dollar loan.

Nepal PM poll flops for fifth time, next election on Sept. 5

KATHMANDU – The fifth round of the prime ministerial election failed to deliver a result Monday, as both Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda and Nepali Congress Vice President Ram Chandra Poudel could not garner sufficient votes to establish their right to occupy the coveted office.

Voting could not produce results as the CPN … Original article on : Nepal PM poll flops for fifth time, next election on Sept. 5.

Air crash in Nepal claims 14 lives

KATHMANDU – A Nepalese passenger plane with fourteen people on board crashed in Makawanpur near Kathmandu this morning.

The private Agni Airlines aircraft, carrying eleven passengers and three crew members, crashed near Shikharpur village in Makawarnur District, about 80 kilometers south of Kathmandu.

According to sources, the plane encountered technical failure in addition to bad weather.

Those …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Air crash in Nepal claims 14 lives.