In Peru, protests continued as thousands rallied yesterday in several cities of Peru during a National Protest Day. Meanwhile a new Indigenous uprise started today at the Andean region of Andahuaylas. Dozens of thousands of people organized pacific marches, where students, workers, human rights advocates and political groups rallied in demonstrations demanding the government for […]
Blair, Bush gone, is it now time for Mugabe to go?
I heaved a sigh of relief as George Bush stepped down and Barack Obama was sworn in as the President of the United States. I had nothing against Bush. As an African I was celebrating the inauguration of Obama but that was not the reason for my relief. Bush’s departure was the fulfilment […]
Japan: Street View’s Missing Streets
The launch early last month of Google’s Street View service in major Japanese cities brought with it considerable controversy and debate among Internet users, particularly with regard to the scope of coverage and lack of local consultation prior to roll-out. Opinions among bloggers were divided — and remain divided — over whether broadcasting detailed images of the country’s public streets and […]
BANGLADESH: AWAMI LEAGUE GRASP LOCAL POLL
As the result of the first set of local government election is not rejected by any party or candidate yet, it could be told that this is a success for the EC Road Map for Election. As per unofficial result, 4 City Corporation and 8 0f 9 Municipalities Mayoral Posts sweep up by the Bangladesh […]
Kyrgyz Libel Case Raises Protests
Objections centre on the use of criminal rather than civil legislation, and fears that the real motive is political. By Yrys Kadykeev in Bishkek The handling of a libel suit against a major newspaper in Kyrgyzstan has led to accusations that the authorities are mounting an orchestrated attack on press freedom. While officials deny any […]
Tensions High Over New Orleans Housing
he New Orleans city council is expecting to approve a move that would demolish 4,500 homes. Protesters have went into the city and attempted to force their way into the city council meeting. These units were damaged in 2005 when Hurricane Katrina had hit New Orleans. The protesters have stated that destroying these houses will […]