by Mong Palatino Food prices continue to rise in the world market. People are concerned about the soaring cost of rice, which is the staple food in the Southeast Asian region and in many parts of the world. Governments are now re-examining their food and agricultural policies in order to prevent consumer panic and social unrest. […]
From the Source: A Communique From Zimbabwe
Today I got an email from a friend in Mozembique with an attachment of a citizen produced article made by Zimbabweans trying to tell the story of how Robert Mugabe’s ZANU-PF is using violence against civilians to ensure another term in office. I’ve posted excepts from the article at the bottom of the post but […]
China thanks India for smooth Olympic torch run
Relieved at the trouble-free Olympic torch relay in New Delhi, China on Friday appreciated the "great efforts" by the Indian government for its smooth run. "China expresses its thanks for the warm support and participation of the Indian people and the great efforts by the Indian side," the Foreign Ministry spokesperson’s office said, a day […]
History Happening: Sydney, Kormoran, and Grossman Found
Max Watts, Annandale, Australia March, 2008: Sydney, Kormoran, and Grossman have been found: Oh ! said my American Friend: “I didn’t even know they were lost !” They were. They had been. The Sydney and the Kormoran, together, since 1941. Grossman – perhaps linked, – since 1951. Of Grossman(n), more below. Now, March 2008, 67 […]
Missing key witness in ZTE broadband scandal surfaced
Another key witness in the anomalous ZTE broadband deal between the Philippines and China, surfaced early dawn today at a catholic school in San Juan, Green Hills, Metro Manila, after he was allegedly abducted more than 20 hours ago by unknown individuals as he disembarked from a Cathay Pacific Airways at the Ninoy Aquino International […]
Walking El Camino de Santiago: The Complete Notes.
The complete notes include a brief how it came about and walking from Estella to the Atlantic then to London for a visit and back again to France then through the Pyrrennes to where I came in. The notes are written by two different people from two very different walks of life. See my article […]