June 26 is celebrated as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking every year. It is an exercise undertaken by the world community to sensitize the people in general and the youth in particular, to the menace of drugs. The picture is grim if the world statistics on the drugs scenario is taken into […]
On Pigs, Churchill, and Sarah Palin
I understand that Sarah Palin, Governor of Alaska, is a pig. I have seen pictures of her – both moving and still – and am not so sure. This is a line of definition that Illinois Senator Barack Obama has drawn for me and for all of us. It is his mark. He has come […]
Pakistan cites anti-terrorism need for F-16s
Pakistan uses F-16 fighters to support a campaign against border militants and needs upgrades to be able to fly at night, a Pakistani official said on Friday. The official underlined equipment needs and listed recent achievements fighting al Qaeda and Taliban insurgents ahead of a US congressional hearing next week that will examine the utility […]
Zardari, Karzai As One Against Terror
President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday vowed to work with neighbours, especially with Afghanistan, for regional peace and stability in the region to face the common problem of terrorism. "Pakistan intends to work not only with Afghanistan but also for the entire region including other neighbouring countries. We look into the region and shall stand […]
‘Lights Out’ in Boston Goes Beyond Energy Conservation
Boston has undertaken a two-month initiative to conserve electricity by shutting off lights at 34 city skyscrapers between the Back Bay and South Boston waterfront, including the well-known Hancock building and Prudential Tower. According to The Boston Globe, nearly 25 percent of light energy will be saved thanks to the program. Inside each of the […]
Sub-Prime mess in simple terms
There has been a lot of talk about the sub-prime loans and the mess it created. It is touted to be one of the worst financial debacles of Wall street in modern times and we still do not know if we are past it. But, how did we reach this stage and why were we […]
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