Queen furious over Tony Blair memoirs

LONDON – The Queen is angry with Tony Blair as he has branded her snooty in his new autobiography, A Journey.

His memoirs lifted the lid on life with the royals and Her Majesty is not impressed.

The ex-PM described the Queen as stuck-up and divulged details of their private conservations, including how she handled Princess …. Source article  : Queen furious over Tony Blair memoirs.

Key financial backer of Ground Zero mosque once contributed to ‘terror group’

WASHINGTON – Egyptian-born businessman Hisham Elzanaty, who is a key financial backer of the proposed Islamic center near Ground Zero, has been accused of contributing to a US-designated terror group.

Elzanaty has made a significant investment in the Ground Zero mosque project, and also contributed more than 6,000 dollars in 1999 to the Holy Land … Read : Key financial backer of Ground Zero mosque once contributed to ‘terror group’.

Geelani’s efforts to remain in the headlines

NEW DELHI – Syed Ali Shah Geelani, the leader of the hardline faction of the Hurriyat Conference in Kashmir, has, in a press conference in Srinagar on Aug, 31, laid down five pre-conditions which, he feels, would restore peace lead to re-initiation of the dialogue process.

While setting forth the preconditions , he was aware that … Original article on : Geelani’s efforts to remain in the headlines.

Most Americans struggle with long-term weight loss: Study

WASHINGTON – Researchers have found that only about one in every six Americans who have ever been overweight or obese loses weight and maintains that loss.

Penn State College of Medicine researchers analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 1999-2006, a nationwide survey evaluating the health and nutrition of a representative portion …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Most Americans struggle with long-term weight loss: Study.

Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson appeals for international help for flood-ravaged Pak

United Nations, Sept 4 062(ANI): Professor Rajmohan Gandhi, the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi has pitched in for international help for the flood-victims in Pakistan.

Financial and material aid need to be increased, as millions of Pakistanis have been struck by the disaster, the Daily Times quoted Gandhi, as saying in a press conference at the UN …. Original source  : Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson appeals for international help for flood-ravaged Pak.

No curfew in Srinagar despite separatist shutdown

SRINAGAR – Authorities did not impose curfew or restrictions in Srinagar Saturday even though separatists called for a shutdown across Kashmir Valley.

“There are no restrictions anywhere in Srinagar city today (Saturday). Also, there are no restrictions anywhere in north and central Kashmir areas,” a police officer said here.
“Preventive restrictions have been imposed in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : No curfew in Srinagar despite separatist shutdown.

Outrage over Brit-Asian senior council officer’s ‘Servants need a slap’ comment

LONDON – The comments made by a British-Asian senior council officer, Rehana Mohamed, claiming that it is acceptable for employers to slap their servants, has outraged citizens who thought her “stupid remarks were unacceptable.”

She made the remarks on Tweeter after watching a television programme ‘Britain’s Secret Slaves’- a debate on the abuse of foreign … Read : Outrage over Brit-Asian senior council officer’s ‘Servants need a slap’ comment.

Hindus and Jews concerned at dismantling plan of Roma settlements in Rome

NEVADA – Hindus and Jews have strongly criticized Italy for reported dismantling plan of Roma (Gypsy) settlements in Rome.

Noted Hindu statesman Rajan Zed and Rabbi Jonathan B. Freirich, prominent Jewish leader in Nevada and California in USA; in a joint statement in Nevada today, said that after France crackdown on Roma, now it was Italy. …. Original article  : Hindus and Jews concerned at dismantling plan of Roma settlements in Rome.

Hindus and Jews want immediate end to segregation of Roma children in Slovakia

NEVADA – Hindus and Jews have expressed concern at the reported continual segregation of Roma (Gypsy) children in Slovakia schools.oted Hindu statesman Rajan Zed and Rabbi Jonathan B. Freirich, prominent Jewish leader in Nevada and California in USA; in a joint statement in Nevada today, said that according to reports, this segregation of Roma pupils … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Hindus and Jews want immediate end to segregation of Roma children in Slovakia.

Cambridge University academics to probe ‘Twilight’ zone of teenage mind

LONDON – Wondering why teenagers are hooked to Vampire novels and Harry Potter? The answer may not be too far as Cambridge University (CU) academics are set to have a meeting to understand this.

CU is hosting a conference looking at how the Twilight series of romantic vampire novels and similar books and films affect the … Read more »»».

Now, an invisible bra that can be worn under the skin for boob lift!

LONDON – Forget breast implants, for scientists have come up with ‘invisible bra’, which can be worn under the skin.

The internal bra System called Breform is a soft sponge placed under the skin and acts in the same way as a bra without the need for implants to enhance the bust.

The cone-shaped polyester mesh is …. Original article  : Now, an invisible bra that can be worn under the skin for boob lift!.

Women in Kashmir trained in self-defence

RAJOURI – A special camp was organized by the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri District on Friday to train women in the art of self-defence and use of firearms.

The camp organized by Indian troops in the border area, aims at enabling women and girls to defend themselves against attacks by terrorists.

“All the women …. Original source  : Women in Kashmir trained in self-defence.

Obama’s approval rating increases to 46 percent in new Fox News poll

Washington, Sept 4 061(ANI): US president Barack Obama’s approval rating has improved from 43 to 46 percent, according to a new poll by Fox News.

48 percent voters now disapprove the US president’s job performance, which stood in the 43-49 percent range last month.

Responding to Obama’s performance so far, 38 percent voters and 73 percent … Read more »»».

Photography has arrived as universal medium: Lenswoman Dayanita Singh

NEW DELHI – Photography is not just an art form but needs to be seen as a language, says India’s leading contempoaray photographer Dayanita Singh, known for her works in black-and-white.

Singh, who has carried snapshots of everyday India across the world through their striking realistic photographs, mostly in black-and-white frames like lensman Raghu Rai, … Read more : Photography has arrived as universal medium: Lenswoman Dayanita Singh.

NATO says 6 insurgents killed in raid on Taliban base in northern Afghanistan

NATO says 6 Afghan insurgents killed in clash
KABUL, Afghanistan – A Taliban commander was captured and six insurgents killed in a raid on a rebel hide-out in northern Afghanistan, NATO said Saturday.
The assault in the northern province of Takhar follows a string of recent raids on militant leaders that aim to demoralize the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : NATO says 6 insurgents killed in raid on Taliban base in northern Afghanistan.

Nurse finds her long-lost dad in patient

LONDON – A nurse in the US walked into a dying cancer patient’s room and in a twist of fate came face to face with her father who had gone missing from her life over 40 years back, it was reported here Saturday.

Wanda Rodriguez knew it was her father, Victor Peraza, the moment she … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nurse finds her long-lost dad in patient.

10,000 trucks stuck in 120 km monster traffic jam in China

NEW DELHI – A northern China highway virtually became a parking lot when around 10,000 trucks got stuck in a 120 km jam.

An official with Jining traffic police in Inner Mongolia revealed that trucks loaded high with coal from Inner Mongolia were inching forward bumper-to-bumper on the Beijing-Tibet highway, China Daily reported.

Ever since maintenance work … Read more »».

Meet the 106-year-old virgin!

LONDON – A woman, who lives in Edinburgh, has turned 106 and thinks her virginity is the reason behind her long life.

Isa Blyth has never been kissed and attributes her strong will to being single.

“I’m not sure if anyone ever tried it on – but they never got anywhere! She says she never …. Read the original article  : Meet the 106-year-old virgin!.

Sistine Chapel in danger from sweat, dust, hair of 4m visitors a year

LONDON – A Vatican museum director has revealed that the famous Sistine Chapel is facing the risk of serious damage from the sweat, dust, and hair generated by more than four million visitors a year.

Professor Antonio Paolucci said unless the climate control equipment was updated, the 500-year-old frescoes that adorn the ceiling of the Renaissance …. Original source  : Sistine Chapel in danger from sweat, dust, hair of 4m visitors a year.

Northeast terror outfits shifting camp to Myanmar, claims Tripura police chief

AGARTALA – Tripura Director General of Police (DGP) Pranay Sahay has said the terrorist outfits of the northeast are under extreme pressure and are in the process of shifting their base camps to Myanmar following a crackdown by the Bangladesh army.

“Underground groups operating from Bangladesh are under extreme pressure. Many of the groups are in …. Read the original article  : Northeast terror outfits shifting camp to Myanmar, claims Tripura police chief.