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MERRY CHRISTMAS
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from AsiaNews
Pope: Christmas, glory to the merciful God, and peace to people tormented by war and violence
The conflicts in Syria, Iraq, the Holy Land and Africa are included in Pope Francis' first Christmas message. May God "touch the hearts" of those engaged in human trafficking and child soldiers. May the "Lord of life protect those who are persecuted because of your name," and may "everyone [. . .] come to know the true face of God, the Father who has given us Jesus." May "each of us give glory to God above all by our lives, by lives spent for love for him and his brothers and sisters."
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from BBC News
Chinese smugglers 'dig tunnel to Hong Kong'
Chinese authorities have uncovered a tunnel from the mainland to Hong Kong, apparently built by smugglers. They believe gangs intended to use it to import mobile phones and other electrical goods from the city of Shenzen into Hong Kong. The semi-autonomous zone has different tariffs to the mainland.
Christmas message: Queen reflects on year of Prince George's birth
Pope Francis urges aid access to Syria in Christmas speech
Christian areas hit by Baghdad bombs
Two bombs in Christian areas of the Iraqi capital Baghdad have killed at least 35 people.
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from Columbia Basin Herald
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from The Farmacy (& Strawbale City)
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Despite the potentially toxic ingredients in your shampoo and conditioner, the FDA doesn’t have the resources to stop them from flooding the market.
America Could End Homelessness in One Year by Doing ThisIf America really cared about solving the problem of homelessness among it’s citizenry, here’s an idea that would work. Oh- and that opening line references the fact that as far back as 2011 empty houses in America outnumbered homeless families by five times, according to Amnesty International.
Anyway, let’s say the problem with homeless people in America was a result of not enough housing. Then, this idea would work. Did you know that you can make houses out of plastic bottles? By filling them with sand, and molding them together with mud or cement, the walls created are actually bullet proof, fire proof, and will maintain an comfortable indoor temperature of 64 degrees in the summer time.
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from Fox News
NASA unveils ‘superhero’ robot Valkyrie that may be used to explore Mars
A scary, not merry, Christmas for Christians in the Middle East
Pope Francis hopes for a better world in Christmas Day message
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from iFIBRE ONE News
Deputy Atwood hangs up his hat, and rides into the sunset
This ‘cowboy’ isn’t known for riding horses, but for patrolling the streets of Grant County on a Harley-Davidson. After 27 years with the sheriff’s office, Deputy Jay Atwood is hanging up his cap.
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from International Christian Concern
(PERSECUTION.org)
Christians in Sri Lanka Celebrate Christmas Despite Rise in Persecution
Christians persecution in Sri Lanka has been dramatically rising over the past year. Fueled by Buddhist nationalists, mobs of radicals have attacked churches and pastors over 65 times in 2013 alone. As Christians look forward to 2014, many are preparing for a continued increase in persecution. Please pray for these persecuted brothers and sisters.
Christians in Pakistan Celebrate Christmas Amidst Beefed Up Security
Christians across Pakistan celebrated Christmas amidst beefed up security. Many Christian leaders feared being targeted by Islamic extremists while gathering for Christmas celebrations, so security measures to protect churches were stepped up. Fortunately, no attack was perpetrated this year.
Persecution of Christians: No Room at the Inn
Slowly across the Western world we are seeing more and more political and thought leaders awake to the reality of Christian persecution, and the massive scale on which it is taking place across the Middle East. The horrific abuses have been largely ignored for a number of reasons from “political correctness,” fear of “doing God” in public, or taking sides in some sort of “clash of civilizations.” None of these, even if they were accurate, are justification for allowing massive crimes against humanity to take place with near total impunity and with little outcry from those countries who claim to be the defenders of human rights.
Christmas Day Bomb Blasts Rock Baghdad’s Christian Community
International Christian Concern (ICC) is deeply troubled by the two bombings that targeted Christians in the Iraqi capital on Christmas day. Two separate blasts occurred in the Dora neighborhood of Baghdad. Altogether, at least 35 people were killed and some 56 others were wounded, the Interior Ministry said.
China Detains Another Pastor, Three Believers
In yet another case of believers being arrested by authorities in China, the families of four Christians have just received official notices that their relatives were detained. The four where charged with "organizing and using an illegal cult to obstruct the law." China has long used the charge of "cult activities" to detain, arrest, and imprison Christians.
China: Daughter of Imprisoned Pastor Goes Missing as Crackdown Continues
Zhang Shanshan, the younger daughter of Pastor Zhang Shaojie, disappeared along with two other Christians after leaving their homes on Saturday and have not been seen since. Authorities in Nanle County, Henan Province, detained nearly two dozen Christians a month ago in a raid on an official government sanctioned "Three-Self" church. The pastor and several of the church leaders remain imprisoned despite protests by church members and attempts by human rights lawyers to assist in the case. Zhang Shanshan's family believer she may have been abducted by the authorities.
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from The Jerusalem Post
IDF deploys Iron Dome over Ashdod, Ashkelon, Beersheba and Sderot
Rocket lands in open area near Ashkelon early Thursday; missile defense system deployed out of concern for additional attacks.
Analysis: The situation is still under control
Despite spike in violence, there is an interest on all sides to avoid an escalation; escalation is akin to a conversation between two deaf people. Neither Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Egypt nor Hamas wishes to see another round of fighting.
Mothers of terror victims go on offensive against impending Palestinian prisoner release
"We are taking a step to build trust with our enemies, but what step is the government taking to build trust with its citizens?"
Israel to again couple Palestinian prisoner release with new construction plans beyond Green Line
Move likely to anger Palestinians, spark condemnation from US, EU; PMO "disappointed" Abbas has not condemned terror attacks.
Stories you may have missed in 2013
Aside from airstrikes, bus bombs and celebrity visits, here are some of the interesting stories that may have gone under the radar this year.
Liberman calls for re-arrest of released hunger-striking Palestinian
Following release from prison Monday, Samer al-Issawi called for kidnapping of IDF soldiers during interview with Hamas TV.
South TA residents thrown out of High Court hearing after heckling Grunis
Residents angry at Grunis for postponing petition to block African migrants released from detention to return to south Tel Aviv.
Ya'alon: Hamas must restrain other terror groups
Defense Minister links rising West Bank violence to diplomatic talks, PA incitement; says Palestinian prisoner release to be discussed.
Vanunu pleads with High Court to allow him to leave Israel
Ex-technician at Dimona nuclear plant was imprisoned 18 years for divulging secrets related to Israel's purported nuclear weapons program.
In first Christmas message, Pope calls for Middle East peace
Pope Francis calls for dialogue to end all conflicts, prays for "favorable outcome" to Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
Massachusetts Transit Authority wins court battle over banned pro-Israel subway ads
Federal judge decides ad calling Palestinians "savages" is "demeaning or disparaging to Muslims or Palestinians."
Top US schools reject boycott of Israel
Congressman Eliot Engel condemns boycott, charges ASA with bias in open letter.
Honor killings in the West and the God of poetic justice
"The West has been forced to take honor killings seriously."
Sinai jihadists likely behind Tuesday’s attack in Egypt
Groups trade blame over responsibility for suicide car bomb in Mansoura that kills 13; Muslim Brotherhood denies involvement.
Jewish leaders call for Jonathan Pollard's release
American Jewish umbrella group ask US President Obama to release the Israeli agent during the holiday season.
Tax credits bill for gay male couples passes preliminary hearing
In a deal worked out Tuesday night, two parties agree to pass bill in preliminary reading and then iron out details later on.
Netanyahu sends Christmas greeting from snowy Jerusalem
"This is Jerusalem of gold, now it's Jerusalem of snow," the prime minister says.
Religious anti-Zionists protest IDF conscription law in New York
Ultra-Orthodox Jews made makeshift jails in front of Israeli mission in New York.
Netanyahu convenes cabinet to discuss heightened tensions in territories
Economy Minister Naftali Bennett: Ramallah to blame for escalation in violence due to incitement to kill Israelis.
"We are taking a step to build trust with our enemies, but what step is the government taking to build trust with its citizens?"
Israel to again couple Palestinian prisoner release with new construction plans beyond Green Line
Move likely to anger Palestinians, spark condemnation from US, EU; PMO "disappointed" Abbas has not condemned terror attacks.
Stories you may have missed in 2013
Aside from airstrikes, bus bombs and celebrity visits, here are some of the interesting stories that may have gone under the radar this year.
Liberman calls for re-arrest of released hunger-striking Palestinian
Following release from prison Monday, Samer al-Issawi called for kidnapping of IDF soldiers during interview with Hamas TV.
South TA residents thrown out of High Court hearing after heckling Grunis
Residents angry at Grunis for postponing petition to block African migrants released from detention to return to south Tel Aviv.
Ya'alon: Hamas must restrain other terror groups
Defense Minister links rising West Bank violence to diplomatic talks, PA incitement; says Palestinian prisoner release to be discussed.
Vanunu pleads with High Court to allow him to leave Israel
Ex-technician at Dimona nuclear plant was imprisoned 18 years for divulging secrets related to Israel's purported nuclear weapons program.
In first Christmas message, Pope calls for Middle East peace
Pope Francis calls for dialogue to end all conflicts, prays for "favorable outcome" to Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
Massachusetts Transit Authority wins court battle over banned pro-Israel subway ads
Federal judge decides ad calling Palestinians "savages" is "demeaning or disparaging to Muslims or Palestinians."
Top US schools reject boycott of Israel
Congressman Eliot Engel condemns boycott, charges ASA with bias in open letter.
Honor killings in the West and the God of poetic justice
"The West has been forced to take honor killings seriously."
Sinai jihadists likely behind Tuesday’s attack in Egypt
Groups trade blame over responsibility for suicide car bomb in Mansoura that kills 13; Muslim Brotherhood denies involvement.
Jewish leaders call for Jonathan Pollard's release
American Jewish umbrella group ask US President Obama to release the Israeli agent during the holiday season.
Tax credits bill for gay male couples passes preliminary hearing
In a deal worked out Tuesday night, two parties agree to pass bill in preliminary reading and then iron out details later on.
Netanyahu sends Christmas greeting from snowy Jerusalem
"This is Jerusalem of gold, now it's Jerusalem of snow," the prime minister says.
Religious anti-Zionists protest IDF conscription law in New York
Ultra-Orthodox Jews made makeshift jails in front of Israeli mission in New York.
Netanyahu convenes cabinet to discuss heightened tensions in territories
Economy Minister Naftali Bennett: Ramallah to blame for escalation in violence due to incitement to kill Israelis.
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from KING 5 (Seattle)
'Collapse zone' set up at scene of Seattle building fire
The family that owns the building in Seattle's International District that was heavily damaged by fire yesterday spoke today about the building's history.
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from KIRO 7 Eyewitness News (Seattle)
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from KREM 2 News (Spokane)
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from Money Talks News
‘Card-Cracking’ Scam Targets College Kid
What broke college student would turn away a lump sum of cash? That's exactly what these scammers are promising in return for their bank card info.
Facing Holiday Debt? 5 Ways to Earn Extra Cash
Rage Against Customer Service Reps Is on the Increase
How the Grinch Steals Christmas: He Tracks Your Kid Online
Some of us can't resist telling our friends, fans, and followers our every move. But there comes a time to keep things a little more private - for you and your social media-savvy kids.
Year-End Review: How to Evaluate Your Retirement Funds in 15 Minutes or Less
Christmas Day Deals: Traditional Meals and Online Steals
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from Mother Nature Network
12 real-life winter wonderlands
If you're dreaming of a white Christmas, these amazing photos of snow-covered nature from all around the world might do the trick. (Bonus: No shoveling!)
Celebrating the beauty of our planet
From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the surreal glacial formations of Patagonia, here are 12 stunning photos showcasing the diverse collection of landscapes found across the planet.
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from Natural Society
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
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from New York Post
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from NPR
How House Speaker Boehner Survived A Roller-Coaster Year
Instead Of Sending Students Abroad, Qatar Imports U.S. Colleges
Diabetes Gene Common In Latinos Has Ancient Roots
The Best Of Code Switch In 2013
In Christmas Message, Snowden Tells Britons 'Privacy Matters'
Why We Hold Tight To Our Family's Holiday Food Traditions
Drugmaker Names Pill After CEO Who Sought Daughter's Cure
It's not every day that the FDA approves a drug three months ahead of schedule. Or approves a pill that could take the place of injections. Or gives the OK to a medicine named for the CEO who started a company to help her sick daughter.
Writing 'Rudolph': The Original Red-Nosed Manuscript
Could Pot Help Veterans With PTSD? Brain Scientists Say Maybe
The Christmas Now: How To Be The Center Of The Universe
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from Reuters
Target hackers stole encrypted bank PINs
The hackers who attacked Target Corp and compromised up to 40 million credit cards and debit cards also managed to steal encrypted personal identification numbers (PINs), according to a senior payments executive familiar with the situation.
Russia says Arafat died of natural causes
Prominent Egyptian activists start hunger strike in prison
U.N. rights boss urges Thailand to drop defamation charges
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from Space.com (& CollectSpace)
Earth Life Likely Came from Mars, Study Suggests
An oxidized form of the element molybdenum, which may have been crucial to the origin of life, was likely available on the Red Planet's surface long ago, but unavailable on Earth.
Star Trails and Milky Way Shine over Lighthouse in Dazzling Photo
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from The Spokesman-Review
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from Sunny Skyz
Most People Know The Story, But Very Few Know Why It Was Written. Oh, And Here's The Original Manuscript
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Little Known Chinese Herb & Iron Kill 98% Of Cancer Cells In 16 Hours
from Sunny Skyz
Most People Know The Story, But Very Few Know Why It Was Written. Oh, And Here's The Original Manuscript
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from Truth Theory
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Little Known Chinese Herb & Iron Kill 98% Of Cancer Cells In 16 Hours
According to studies that were published in an issue of Life Sciences, artemesinin – a derivative of the wormwood plant used in Chinese Medicine - can kill 98% of breast cancer cells in less than 16 hours.
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from The Wall Street Journal
Shipping overload leaves many Christmas giftless
Many shoppers are blaming online retailers for stealing Christmas. Companies from Amazon.com Inc. to Kohl's Corp. and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. promised to deliver items from headphones to television sets before Christmas, but shipping delays left gift-givers across the country without anything to put under the tree.
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from The Wenatchee World
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