Typhoon Ketsana struck several Southeast Asian countries leaving hundreds dead and millions homeless. It triggered the worst flooding in the Philippines which affected 3 million people as of this writing. It displaced hundreds of thousands of residents in central Vietnam, Cambodia and southern Laos. “Ketsana” destroyed more than 300,000 homes, schools and other structures in […]
Overstay of Afghan Refugees in Pakistan
Afghan refugees due to their overstay in Kohat district of NWFP Pakistan, have become a source of friction with locals of Kohat, mostly locals complain about their dominance over labor market, public transport business and other small businesses in Kohat. Taliban like aggressive and strange behavior of these refugees was also source of irritation for […]
AMARNATH YATTRA 2009 -USEFUL INFORMATION, TIPS & GUIDELINES
Provisions One can also buy ration at fair prices from the specially established Govt. Depots at Chandanwari, Sheshnag and Panjtarni. Numerous teashops and small restaurants can be of great relief. However, pilgrims are advised to carry with them biscuits, toffees, tinned food etc. to cater to their immediate needs. Firewood or gas can be obtained […]
Will Sweden’s Pirate Party Make an Impact in the European Parliament?
Running on a campaign to reform copyright and piracy laws, Sweden’s Pirate Party has won a seat in the European Parliament. But will they get their platform across? Pirate Party Now Ranked Fifth Among Swedish Parties The party, led by Rickard Falkvinge, has gained a foothold in the European parliament after months of media attention […]
Cancer Causing Toxins in Fluoride Chemicals
Traces of arsenic, copper, lead and other impurities are found in chemicals used to fluoridate public water supplies, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). (1) Controversial fluoridation schemes are promoted by special-interest groups such as the American Dental Association (ADA) which claims adding fluoride chemicals to public water supplies reduces tooth […]
Main road blocked by land sliding
Gamchishma road still covered by heavy avalanche. CHITRAL: Main road of Tehsil Lutkoh (Garamchishma) had blocked by heavy avalanche and glacier after snowfall as well as the road was also blocked by continues land sliding. As a result thousands of people remained strained in the area and could not reach Chitral for more […]
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