'HOORAY! I'M GOING TO BE SECRETARY OF STATE!' [Novosti, Russia] Russians appear to be fairly positive about the prospect of Hillary Clinton as U.S. secretary of state. If the 'mainstream' media is to be believed, the former first lady is on the cusp of being named to the post, which is naturally of the utmost importance to friends and adversaries alike. Russia's … [Read more...] about Clinton ‘By Far Not the Worst’ for U.S. Secretary of State: Novosti of Russia
A Simple Question for Big 12 Fans
I don't ask this impudently. My favorite conference, the Big 10, has its problems. I'm willing, in fact, to admit that the Big 10 is down this year. But really, how do fans Big 12 teams expect their favorites to do in the post-season BCS bowl games? This weekend's five matchups in the Big 12 saw a total of 371 points scored, 102 of those in what was supposedly the elite game … [Read more...] about A Simple Question for Big 12 Fans
Mumbai Aftermath (Guest Voice)
So what happens to Mumbai now? In this Guest Voice post, Wil Robinson, a freelance writer living and teaching in Mumbai, looks at the immediate aftermath and what is likely to come next. This is cross posted from his blog International Political Will. MUMBAI AFTERMATH by Wil Robinson It has continued for three days, claimed the lives of at least 195 people, and brought … [Read more...] about Mumbai Aftermath (Guest Voice)
Terrorism Attack On India
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The Math of Mass Murder
They are at the counting stage in Mumbai. As of now, the toll is that ten men killed almost 200 innocent people, but the numbers are only tentative until the fate of hundreds of wounded is clear. These murderers were not as cost-efficient as the nineteen who caused almost 3000 deaths on 9/11. They didn't have airliners as weapons, although they did use such high-tech help as … [Read more...] about The Math of Mass Murder
Mumbai Locals Helped Us, Terrorist Tells Cops
Times of India: Mumbai locals helped us, terrorist tells cops Did some Mumbai locals provide support to the Pakistani terrorists? Azam Amir Kasab, the only Pakistani terrorist nabbed alive, has revealed names and addresses of at least five people from the city who helped the terror operation. Sources said that help like, providing shelter, taking them around and showing … [Read more...] about Mumbai Locals Helped Us, Terrorist Tells Cops
A Lesson For Wall Street Greed
After reading Michael Lewis's outstanding article on the greed, avarice, stupidity and cunning manipulation by Wall Street that dropped the U.S. economy to its knees, what a relief it is to learn of one business family who understands and appreciates how it achieved success. Its employees. While many executives compensate themselves with millions of dollars for running … [Read more...] about A Lesson For Wall Street Greed
Mumbai Investigation
Washington Post: Investigation Underway as Assault in Mumbai Ends "Their plan was to kill 5,000 people, we recovered two big bombs, other than guns," said R. R. Patil, Maharashtra's deputy chief minister. "They were using mobile phones, GPS and satellite phones. We have many clues from these." [snip] Indian intelligence officials said the gunmen who launched the … [Read more...] about Mumbai Investigation
TMV’s Damozel at Buck Naked Politics is Also Blogging on Mumbai Terror
TMV's Damozel at Buck Naked Politics is Also Blogging on Mumbai Terror: News Round-Up: Mumbai Siege Ends; Intelligence Forces Attempt to Determine Its Origins … [Read more...] about TMV’s Damozel at Buck Naked Politics is Also Blogging on Mumbai Terror
Mumbai Update 1:30 PM EST
The Modern Terrorist in Mumbai (India Today) J Post Video: Herb Keinon on 'Attack is wake-up call for Obama' From Chabad Website: MUMBAI TERROR ATTACKS: Reports and Reactions SUFFERING AND TRAGEDY: A Spiritual Perspective Donate Now | About Chabad-Lubavitch | More News What Can I Do to Help? | Share Your Experience A Note to the Media & … [Read more...] about Mumbai Update 1:30 PM EST
Mumbai Update 9:00 AM EST
Supposedly, it's over now except that there are more bodies to be found and buried. The death toll is up to 195 people and 3 more dead hostages have been found at the Chabad House. … [Read more...] about Mumbai Update 9:00 AM EST
The Lesbian Bride’s Handbook
The publication of The Best American Essays 2008 includes Ariel Levy's take "on her efforts to plan a party that accurately reflects her lifestyle (which she notes is 'not black-tie!') as she confronts head-on what it means to be married." It sent me right back to the original: What is the right thing to wear to a wedding? Women have been asking themselves this question for … [Read more...] about The Lesbian Bride’s Handbook
America. Land of the ???
A recent survey of Americans conducted by Rasmussen seems to indicate that the popularity of the Pledge of Allegiance (never really all that unpopular) is on the rise. Seventy-seven percent (77%) of U.S. voters say school children should say the Pledge of Allegiance every morning at school, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey. Just 13% say they … [Read more...] about America. Land of the ???
Obama’s Change Is Changing (Guest Voice)
Progressives have noticed that President Elect Barack Obama has been giving signs his Presidency will likely be a centrist presidency. In this Guest Voice, conservative talk show host Michael Reagan, the son of former President Ronald Reagan, makes it clear he notices a move towards the center as well. Guest Voice posts do not necessarily represent the opinion of TMV or its … [Read more...] about Obama’s Change Is Changing (Guest Voice)
An Especially Black Friday
A roundup of thoughts about the trampling death at Wal-Mart. … [Read more...] about An Especially Black Friday
Mumbai’s Jewish and Muslim Heritage
Until two decades ago the highly cosmopolitan Mumbai (or Bombay) stood as a shining example of the peaceful co-existence between Hindus, Muslims, Jews, Christians, Parsis or any other religions and sects. I doubt that the centuries-old traditions would vanish in the wake of a tragedy unleashed by a few hot-headed and misguided/brain-washed young people this week. A … [Read more...] about Mumbai’s Jewish and Muslim Heritage
Obama Chooses the Best People: What a Concept! – Die Presse, Austria
Obama-envy in this world seems to know no end. Over the past 24 hours we've posted two articles that fit the narrative - one from Austria and another from Venezuela. From Austria's Die Presse, Christian Ultsch wonders why Austrian chancellors haven't stumbled upon the 'obvious but rarely used method' of 'choosing the best minds to grapple with the issues and put people … [Read more...] about Obama Chooses the Best People: What a Concept! – Die Presse, Austria
Mumbai Update 8:00 PM EST
Daily Mail UK, 8:00 pm EST: Up to SEVEN gunmen were British and 'came from same area as 7/7 bombers'British-born Pakistanis were among the Mumbai terrorists, Indian government sources claimed today, as the death toll rose to at least 155. As many as seven of the terrorists may have British connections and some could be from Leeds and Bradford where London's July 7 bombers … [Read more...] about Mumbai Update 8:00 PM EST
Anger Over Passage of U.S.-Iraq Security Deal: Iraqi News Agency
In addition to coverage of the terrorist attack on Mumbai as it pertains to the United States, WORLDMEETS.US is continuing our Iraqi coverage of the U.S.-Iraq Status of Forces Agreement - or as it is called in Iraq, the "U.S. Withdrawal Agreement." According to this article from the Al Iraq News, despite the overwhelming vote in Iraq's National Assembly in favor of the deal … [Read more...] about Anger Over Passage of U.S.-Iraq Security Deal: Iraqi News Agency
Mumbai
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