Obama: US will seek oil in Alaska and Gulf of Mexico
The US will seek to expand domestic oil production in an attempt to reduce dependence on imported oil and bring down fuel prices, President Obama says. New leases for exploration […]
Bipolar Disorder, A Serious Psychiatric Disorder, Often Misdiagnosed By Professionals And Unrecognized By Loved Ones
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depressive disorder or manic depression, is a psychiatric disorder that causes extreme shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. It is a serious mental illness requiring specialized treatment, but the problem, according to Kimberly Dennis, M.D., medical director […]
Tahrir Square fills again as Egypt holds Mubarak’s wife for crimes against state
Tens of thousands of Egyptians returned to Tahrir Square in Cairo on Friday in a show of national unity against sectarian tension, and to demonstrate their solidarity with the Palestinian people. The largest rally to be held in the Egyptian capital in recent weeks took place as Suzanne Mubarak, wife […]
Rio Works to Prevent City Flood Problems
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The pressing issue of flood prevention has once again been brought to the forefront of city politics in the aftermath of Rio’s fifth highest rainfall in fourteen years April 25th. The nine hour storm severely flooded streets, leading to the destruction of many homes, cars […]
Movie Review: Rio (2011)
Rio Trailer Maybe it was just a longing for warmer climes and spring’s arrival, but Fox’s “Rio” had a killer opening overseas. Maybe it was because this animated feature effort is a significant step forward from the studio’s “Ice Age” films, in the richness of its cast, the exuberance of […]
The current economic crises: Is Islamic Banking the solution?
Throughout the current economic and financial crisis one contrarian statistic has stood out. Financial assets offered by the Islamic Financial Services Industry (IFSI) and generally classified as “Shariah-compliant,” were less affected by the crisis. Economist Loretta Napoleoni during a lecture at the University of New Mexico proclaimed, “Islamic finance … […]
Thousands rally for Egypt unity after church attacks
CAIRO, (AFP) — Thousands of people rallied in Cairo’s Tahrir Square on Friday calling for national unity after attacks on Egyptian churches, and solidarity with the Palestinians. Some held up crosses and others waved Palestinian flags as the numbers swelled in Cairo’s iconic square, the epicentre of protests that overthrew […]
Lebanese families and the challenges facing them.
BEIRUT: Making good family decisions requires parents to engage in dialogue with their children, said caretaker Social Affairs Minister Salim Sayegh during a national forum on developing a culture of dialogue and democracy within Lebanese families. “We are aware that authoritarian [parenting] still exists in Lebanese families, but today parents […]
Solar plane makes 13-hour flight
World’s first international air trip powered by the sun A solar energy plane made the world’s first international flight powered by the sun on Friday to show the potential for pollutionfree air travel. The Solar Impulse took off from an airfield at Payerne in western Switzerland on Friday morning and […]
Wilders party displayed Nazi flags in office
An early version of the Dutch flag which became associated with the Dutch Nazi party in the run up to World War II has been removed from PVV’s parliamentary offices. Two flags – horizontal orange, white and blue stripes – were spotted hanging in the window of the anti-Islam party’s […]
Complementary medicine use, risk for lead toxicity and nutrition in Autism
Rochester Autism Researchers Present New Findings at IMFAR Studies include complementary medicine use, medication use, risk for lead toxicity and nutrition Much about autism is unknown, but researchers from the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) are working to learn more about the neurodevelopmental disorder and its most effective treatments. […]
On This Day: Israel Becomes a Nation
On May 14, 1948, the Jewish People’s Council met at the Tel Aviv Museum and announced the creation of the state of Israel. New State Immediately Challenged Britain seized control Palestine in 1917 and was granted mandate over the area by the League of Nations in 1922. In a 1917 […]
400 Chinese firms to show latest products in Jakarta expo
The sixth China Machinery and Electronic Products Exhibition is scheduled to be held at the Jakarta International Expo in Kemayoran, Jakarta, from May 19 to May 21 to connect Chinese and Indonesian businesspeople in the sector. More than 400 firms, set to occupy a total area of one hectare, will […]
No repeat of bin Laden raid: parliamentAFP
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani parliament Saturday demanded an end to US drone strikes on its territory and called for an independent probe into the raid by US troops that killed Osama bin Laden to ensure there is no repeat. The strongly worded message came after a joint sitting of parliament lasting more […]
Celebrate the Quasi-Holidays: Give Something Away, Bike to Work
‘Tis the season to bring your clutter to the curb and offer it to the masses for free. It’s also the time of year to dust off your two-wheeler, pump up the tires, oil the chain, and—if it’s even in the realm of possibility—pedal your bicycle to work. May 14, […]
Sports hijab lets Muslim women throw some punches
Letting out shrill cries, several young women in a Montreal taekwondo class kicked their way through the exercises, not a hair out of place as they were demurely covered by a sports hijab. Their religion prohibits these female athletes from showing off their firm physiques, or their hair. Yet […]
Far-right leader makes TIME’s ‘most influential’ list
France24 The appearance of far-right National Front leader Marine Le Pen on TIME magazine’s list of the world’s 100 most influential people has taken the French by surprise.
French economy grows by 1 percent in first quarter
France 24 France’s economy grew by 1.0 percent in the first quarter of 2011, according to figures released Thursday by French Minister for Economy Christine Lagarde (pictured). It was the strongest growth the country has seen since the second quarter of 2006.
Switzerland: Women find no justice in law profession
by Laureline Duvillard, swissinfo.ch Although women in Switzerland are making progress as judges, there are still very few female court lawyers. Long hours, the lack of part-time work and expectations that women will take up family rather than business law help explain the gap and why women in general don’t […]
Saudi Arabia: Winners of Qur’an memorization contest to be announced
By YUSUF MAUHAMMAD | ARAB NEWS MADINAH: Minister of Islamic Affairs, Endowments, Call and Guidance Saleh Al-Asheikh will endorse on Saturday the final list of winners of the 13th session of the Prince Salman Local Contests for Qur’an Memorization, which concluded on Thursday. Forty-three of the 99 participants attended the […]