Breaking News – Newsletter for November 7, 2010

Sunday, November 7, 2010

ITC Maurya under siege for Obama’s visit

NEW DELHI – ITC Maurya, where the Obamas will stay till Tuesday morning, was swarming with hundreds of US and Indian security personnel Sunday as the luxury hotel prepares to receive its most high-profile guests this year.

US President Barack Obama and First Ladey Michelle Obama are expected to check into the presidential suite …. Original article : ITC Maurya under siege for Obama’s visit.

New York City Marathon 2010 To Be Held Today

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- New York City Marathon 2010 is all set to start today. This will be the 40th annual event of the marathon, which is regarded as one of the best and the most popular road races in the world. The event has a social significance as it supports the cause of character development … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : New York City Marathon 2010 To Be Held Today.

Bhai Phota Bonanza For Bengalis

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Today is the auspicious occasion of Bhai Duj or Bhai Phota when the sisters in India treat their beloved brothers and cousins with sumptuous, yummy dishes and pray to the god for the long life of their brothers. The brothers in Kolkata have reasons to rejoice, more particularly those who …. Read the original article : Bhai Phota Bonanza For Bengalis.

Beatrix Potter’s letter reveals author’s peeves

LONDON – Decades old letters written by children’s author Beatrix Potter have revealed that her disgust at how society was altering in the run-up to the Second World War.

In an October 1938 letter, the 72-year-old creator of ‘Peter Rabbit’ tells of her dismay at the decline of “strong, honestly made handicrafts”.

“Labour- saving and laziness are …. Read the original article : Beatrix Potter’s letter reveals author’s peeves.

US-India ties indispensable in 21st century: President Obama

MUMBAI – US President Barack Obama on Sunday said the partnership between India and the United States is indispensable in the 21st century, adding that the two nations share same values and interests.

“India and the US share common values of belief, dignity, self determination. The two nations have great potential to improve,” said President Obama, …. Source article : US-India ties indispensable in 21st century: President Obama.

Pole-dancers’ camp to kick-start in Australia

WELLINGTON – The usual dance classes are a thing of the past as the first ever national Pole Dancers Camp is set to start on Australia’s Gold Coast.

Pole dancers from around the nation will converge on Surfers Paradise for the first ever Pole-ies Week from November 12.

Organiser Bec Cort said the women would take part …. Source : Gaea News Network.

Pakistan’s progress on stamping out terror is slow: President Obama

MUMBAI – US, President Barack Obama on Sunday said Pakistan’s progress on stamping out terror is slow, and added that it is not acting as quick as desired.

“There are elements of terror in it. We will work with the Pakistani Government to eradicate extremists. Pakistan’s progress on stamping out terror is slow. The problem of …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Pakistan’s progress on stamping out terror is slow: President Obama.

Obama needs to address ’strategic issues’ for a successful India trip: NYT

NEW YORK – United States President Barack Obama’s trip to India will be a failure if it does not deal with strategic issues, according to an editorial in the New York Times.

“India is anxious about America’s plans for Afghanistan and Washington’s close ties with Pakistan – base for insurgencies that threaten all three countries. The …. Source : Gaea News Network.

More teens exposing explicit images on Internet, prone to paedophiles

LONDON – A report has revealed that teenagers are increasingly posting explicit images of themselves on the Internet, and consequently at danger from paedophile networks.

A report by the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (Ceop) highlights an increasing trend of risque images that young people have taken of themselves appearing on the web.

“Children are engaging … Original article on : More teens exposing explicit images on Internet, prone to paedophiles.

Obamas leave for New Delhi

MUMBAI – US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama left here for the Indian capital Sunday. Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan and Protocol Minister Suresh Shetty saw him off at the Mumbai airport. He is expected to reach New Delhi by around 3.30 p.m.
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Pak hopes Obama’s India trip will help bring peace to region

WASHINGTON – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Hussain Haqqani sounded an upbeat note on US President Barack Obama’s three-day visit to India, voicing hope that it will help bring peace to the region.

“Pakistan looks forward to President Obama’s visit in 2011 and hopes that his trip to India will create opportunity for lasting peace … Read more »»».

Oz hero pilot dodges major disaster once again

MELBOURNE – An Australian pilot, who saved 466 lives on a Qantas flight, has dodged a disaster once again.

Captain Richard de Crespigny was a passenger on flight QF6 when flames burst from an engine shortly after take-off from Singapore’s Changi airport, forced the Boeing 747-400 jumbo to turn back.

All 412 shaken passengers and crew were …. Source : Oz hero pilot dodges major disaster once again.

Given a chance, ‘every man would enjoy sex with another woman’

LONDON – Men would never give up a chance to have sex with another woman apart from their girlfriends or wives if they believed there would be no consequences, says renowned novelist and screenwriter William Nicholson.

Men desire and enjoy sex in and for itself, without any other emotional connection and they want it without strings. … Original article on : Given a chance, ‘every man would enjoy sex with another woman’.

Sexual misconduct, illicit affairs in Oz schools up threefold

MELBOURNE – The number of schools in New South Wales which are under scanner for sexual impropriety, grooming students and illicit affairs have tripled this year.

It was obtained that 117 allegations of sexual misconduct have been reported to the Department of Education and Training between January 1 and October 31 this year in comparison to … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sexual misconduct, illicit affairs in Oz schools up threefold.

Learning each day from Gandhi’s life: Obama

MUMBAI – Mahatma Gandhi’s journey is a never-ending source of inspiration for the young generation, US President Barack Obama said Sunday.

Answering a question on how he implements the principles of Mahatma Gandhi in his day to day life, Obama said: One of the things I draw from Gandhi is that you have to be … Original source on Gaea Times at : Learning each day from Gandhi’s life: Obama.

No curfew in Srinagar but Geelani urges ‘civil curfew’

SRINAGAR – No curfew was imposed in Srinagar Sunday as violence and protests continued to decline in the Kashmir Valley even though hardline separatist leader Syed Ali Geelani called for a ‘civil curfew’ during US President Barack Obama’s India visit.

To attract the attention of the visiting president, Geelani had asked people to observe …. Source article : No curfew in Srinagar but Geelani urges ‘civil curfew’.

‘Pappu Backgear’ looks forward to driving in reverse

BATHINDA – In the unruly traffic of this southwest Punjab town, where driving can be a torture at times, one man stands out – for driving his car in reverse gear. Meet Harpreet Pappu, better known as Pappu Backgear!

Driving a Toyota Cressida car in reverse through the congested city traffic or speeding in excess … Original article on : ‘Pappu Backgear’ looks forward to driving in reverse.

Bush once ‘heard the echo of Winston Churchill in Blair’s voice’

LONDON – Former US President George W Bush has finally lifted the self-imposed purdah he had donned after retirement from the office, in his new memoir ‘Decision Points’.

The book contains candid accounts of 9/11, Iraq and Katina and offer insights on leaders from Tony Blair to Vladimir Putin by Bush.

It starts with a chapter on …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Bush once ‘heard the echo of Winston Churchill in Blair’s voice’.

‘Bush thinks Palin not fit to be President

WASHINGTON – Former US President George Bush believes that Sarah Palin is not qualified to be president and thinks it was a mistake on John McCain part to have chosen her as his running mate during the 2008 presidential polls, according to a Republican official “familiar with Bush’s thinking.”

“The 43rd President has told friends the … Read : ‘Bush thinks Palin not fit to be President.

Pak rejects India’s request to tone down Wagah ceremony

LAHORE – Pakistan has rejected India’s request to tone down the flag-lowering ceremony at the Wagah Border.

According to a media handout, Director-General of Punjab Rangers Major-General Muhammad Yaqoob Ali Khan said that the parade would go on in the traditional aggressive style, The Express Tribune reported.

Handshaking between the two sides’ rangers will continue, he added.