Too much cleavage, badly ironed shirt can cost one’s job interview

LONDON – A survey has revealed that women who turn up for a job interview in a tight top or with cleavage on display can blow their chances of getting hired.

The survey of 2,000 employers by high-street clothes store TK Maxx, found that wearing a black bra underneath a white top is the next biggest …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Snazzy Napper deemed most ‘ridiculous’ travel product ever

MELBOURNE – A new product that offers sleepy travellers ‘privacy in a bag’ is being labelled by some as the ‘most ridiculous travel product ever.’

The Snazzy Napper is essentially a blanket and an eye-mask in one.

It includes a hole for the nose and storage pockets.

“They (other passengers) don’t have to look at you with your … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Snazzy Napper deemed most ‘ridiculous’ travel product ever.

Omani caps selling briskly during Ramazan in Varanasi

VARANASI – Sales of Omani caps, also known as Humayun caps, are on a rise during the holy month of Ramazan in Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi city.

“The biggest point is, the cap is from Oman and every customer prefers it. It is as per the latest fashion and design,” said Iftekhan, a customer.

These caps, in vibrant …. Original article  : Omani caps selling briskly during Ramazan in Varanasi.

Travelling photo exhibition in Dharamsala showcases Tibetans’ journey into exile

DHARAMSALA – The Department of Information and International Relations of the Tibetan government-in-exile has organized a travelling photo exhibition here, narrating the Tibetans’ journey into exile.

Photographic narrative of the Tibetan people’s journey into exile and their long look towards their homeland has been put on display as a travelling exhibition that would be taken to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Travelling photo exhibition in Dharamsala showcases Tibetans’ journey into exile.

Chile officials prepare Plan B to rescue trapped miners

LONDON – Chilean officials are reportedly planning to approve a faster Plan B drilling to rescue 33 miner workers that could see the men freed within weeks as fears grew over risks of the current four month timetable.

The government rescue team had been getting ready to start digging new shaft to reach the men … Read more : Chile officials prepare Plan B to rescue trapped miners.

Curfew imposed in parts of Kashmir Valley

SRINAGAR – Curfew remained clamped in parts of the Kashmir Valley in view of a shutdown call given by the separatists.

The hardline faction of Hurriyat Conference led by Syed Ali Shah Geelani has called for a complete strike and peaceful protests throughout the Valley on Monday.

According to the reports, the curfew remained in force in … Original source on Gaea Times at : Curfew imposed in parts of Kashmir Valley.

Obama blames online “misinformation” campaign for creating myth that he is Muslim

WASHINGTON – US President Barack Obama has reportedly dismissed a recent poll showing that a third of Americans do not know whether he is a Christian, and blamed an online campaign of misinformation by his conservative enemies for perpetuating the myth that he is a Muslim.

“I can’t spend all of my time with my … Read more >>.

Trapped Chile miner to miss baby’s birth

LONDON – The pregnant wife of one of the 33 trapped miners in Chile has said that she would give girth to a baby girl in absence of her husband but he would be with her “in spirit” during the delivery.

“Ariel wrote me a letter…he is sad that he will still be in …. Read the original article  : Trapped Chile miner to miss baby’s birth.

BSF patrols flooded border areas in Punjab

FEROZEPUR – The Border Security Force (BSF) have deployed boats to patrol the flooded areas near the fenced Pakistan border in Punjab’s Ferozepur district.

BSF officials said the level of water in the Satluj river rose after Pakistan released water from its side.

“A lot of water is filled in the low-lying areas here. Water is also …. Original article  : BSF patrols flooded border areas in Punjab.

NAC to consider food security proposals today

NEW DELHI – The National Advisory Council (NAC) headed by Congress President Sonia Gandhi will meet here today to firm up its stand with regard to the proposed National Food Security Act.

The meet will also deliberate on the availability of food grain storage and the state of the Public Distribution System (PDS).

The NAC … Original article on : NAC to consider food security proposals today.

DTC Bill to be tabled in Parliament today

NEW DELHI – Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee is likely to introduce the Direct Taxes Code (DTC) Bill in Parliament today.

The Bill has proposed to raise the basic exemption limit to Rs two lakh per annum from Rs 1.6 lakh per annum.

It has also proposed to fix corporate income tax rate at 30 per cent … Original article on : DTC Bill to be tabled in Parliament today.

Beck now calls Obama “Marxist” after terming him “racist”

NEW YORK – Glenn Beck, a controversial TV and radio talk show host, has stepped back from his allegations which he made against the US President Barack Obama by calling him a “racist” during a rally organised by him on Sunday in Washington, and added that Obama is just a “Marxist.”

“It shouldn’t have been said. …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Beck now calls Obama “Marxist” after terming him “racist”.

Howrah-bound Rajdhani Express derails in West Bengal, no casualties

HOWRAH – Two coaches of the Howrah-bound Rajdhani Express derailed near Baruipara station in West Bengal today. However, no casualties were reported.

According to sources, the mishap occurred when the express was passing platform number three of the Baruipara station and switching onto another track, around 50 km from Howrah, when two front wheels of …. Original article  : Howrah-bound Rajdhani Express derails in West Bengal, no casualties.

Encounter between Naxals, security forces ends in Bihar, six killed

LAKHISARAI – A fierce encounter that was raging between security forces and Naxals for around 14 hours in Poonadih village of Bihar’s Lakhisarai district has ended today.

The combing operations, however, are still on.

According to reports, at least six security personnel were killed and seven others were injured in the encounter.

The encounter began on …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Encounter between Naxals, security forces ends in Bihar, six killed.

Iran calls Carla Bruni a ‘prostitute’ over campaign to save cheating woman

LONDON – Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, the wife of French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been called a ‘prostitute’ by Iran after she criticised the country’s decision to stone a woman to death.

Bruni-Sarkozy, the French First Lady, was attacked after she signed a petition calling for the release of Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani, who is accused of cheating on … Read more »»».

Secret of Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’ revealed by Wikipedia

LONDON – Wikipedia has put an end to the long-standing mystery of whodunit in one of the most famous Agatha Christie novels ‘The Mousetrap’.

For 58 years, the identity of the killer in Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’ has been one of theatre’s most closely guarded secrets.

But the killer’s identity was finally revealed on Wikipedia, despite protests …. Source  : Secret of Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’ revealed by Wikipedia.

Obama presides over end of Iraq combat mission, Mideast talks; more guarded hope than triumph

War and peace: Obama nears pivotal Mideast moment
WASHINGTON – The Middle East will consume much of President Barack Obama’s time this week.
Obama is about to formally end the divisive U.S. combat role in Iraq and restart talks between the Israelis and Palestinians.
Obama will tell the nation Tuesday night from the Oval Office that …. Read the original article  : here.

‘Person of interest’ in Kan. girl’s death to be in court; thousands turn out for vigil

‘Person of interest’ in Kan. girl’s death in court

GREAT BEND, Kan. – A man authorities have called a ‘person of interest’ in the death of a 14-year-old central Kansas girl is set to appear in court on theft and vehicular burglary charges.
Adam Joseph Longoria is scheduled to be in court Monday on charges related to … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Person of interest’ in Kan. girl’s death to be in court; thousands turn out for vigil.

Curfew, shutdown hit Srinagar again

SRINAGAR – Curfew continued to be in force in parts of Srinagar Monday while separatists called for a protest shutdown, affecting life in most areas of the Jammu and Kashmir summer capital, officials said.

“Curfew is continuing in five police station areas of Srinagar city while restrictions have been imposed in Badgam and Anantnag towns,” a …. Read the original article  : Curfew, shutdown hit Srinagar again.

Man finds wife’s body in rubbish heap after four months

LONDON – A US man has found the body of his wife buried under piles of rubbish at their home, four months after she went missing, a media report said Monday.

Billie Jean James was found by her shocked husband who incredibly had been living in the same house as his wife’s corpse, Daily Mail reported … Original source on Gaea Times at : Man finds wife’s body in rubbish heap after four months.