http://www.sundayworld.com/news/an-attack-on-ireland-by-isis-or-al-qaeda-could-happen-at-any-time
“Something that hasn’t hit the shores of this country but that is not maybe too far away is the potential of a religious fundamentalist attack,” said Mr O’Brien.
“Our members are going to be the first at the scene in relation to any such attacks. We have no less lethal form of protection.
“We have the asp baton, we have pepper spray and then we have the gun – we have nothing in between,” he continued.
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
300 rescued in Sambisa forrest
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-32506942
300 women were rescued from the forest, and that wasn't even including the group of abducted girls they were originally searching from. Every time I read something like this it blows my mind that it is not on the news. I realize it's thousands of miles away, but that's no excuse to ignore this.
300 women were rescued from the forest, and that wasn't even including the group of abducted girls they were originally searching from. Every time I read something like this it blows my mind that it is not on the news. I realize it's thousands of miles away, but that's no excuse to ignore this.
The horrors of the sea
http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-32433547
"The journey across the sea to Europe is taken by a lot of people in search of a better life. At any moment boats can capsize, they can run out of gas, the motor can break down - and they're vulnerable to the cold weather. "
This is so sad, and the images are disturbing but I think it's important to be aware of things such as this that are happening around the world.
"The journey across the sea to Europe is taken by a lot of people in search of a better life. At any moment boats can capsize, they can run out of gas, the motor can break down - and they're vulnerable to the cold weather. "
This is so sad, and the images are disturbing but I think it's important to be aware of things such as this that are happening around the world.
Africas traffic accidents
http://www.bbc.com/news/business-32440857
Africa only contains 2% of the world's vehicles, but is responsible for 16% of the traffic accidents. That is a shocking statistic. It is possibly because of the lack of education in Africa.
Africa only contains 2% of the world's vehicles, but is responsible for 16% of the traffic accidents. That is a shocking statistic. It is possibly because of the lack of education in Africa.
Drug smugglers
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-32501712
Drug smugglers were executed in Indonesia. Among those that were killed were Nigerian nationals, a Brazilian, Australian, and an Indonesian. However, the execution of a ninth convict, a woman from the Philippines, was postponed at the last minute. She was given a chance to testify which her mother described as a miracle.
Drug smugglers were executed in Indonesia. Among those that were killed were Nigerian nationals, a Brazilian, Australian, and an Indonesian. However, the execution of a ninth convict, a woman from the Philippines, was postponed at the last minute. She was given a chance to testify which her mother described as a miracle.
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Cyber Crimes in India
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/red-alert-why-india-inc-needs-to-wake-up-to-cyber-crime/articleshow/47020507.cms
Cyber crimes are something everyone needs to be wary of. When not careful the internet can be a vulnerable place to be involved with, as it is world-wide.
Cyber crimes are something everyone needs to be wary of. When not careful the internet can be a vulnerable place to be involved with, as it is world-wide.
Storm in India
http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/unseasonal-rainstorm-kills-30-eastern-india-30493926
This tragedy makes me very thankful of the climate and fortunate situation I am in. It's a great thing to live in the Pacific Northwest where there aren't many weather-disasters to be concerned about. It's shocking to me that something this drastic can happen, and not be known around the world. Searching this is the first I have heard of this storm.
This tragedy makes me very thankful of the climate and fortunate situation I am in. It's a great thing to live in the Pacific Northwest where there aren't many weather-disasters to be concerned about. It's shocking to me that something this drastic can happen, and not be known around the world. Searching this is the first I have heard of this storm.
Nigeria's new first lady
http://www.ibtimes.com/nigerias-new-first-lady-aisha-buhari-8-things-know-about-president-elects-wife-1892079
Nigeria is in the midst of welcoming a new president and first lady. This list of things to know about the new first lady shows the differences in cultural norms in comparison to the USA. For example, the fact that she is nearly thirty years younger than her husband, the president, would be very frowned upon in the USA.
Nigeria is in the midst of welcoming a new president and first lady. This list of things to know about the new first lady shows the differences in cultural norms in comparison to the USA. For example, the fact that she is nearly thirty years younger than her husband, the president, would be very frowned upon in the USA.
Paris' Climate
http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-32399909
I know this technically isn't about any of the places we have discussed in class this semester, but it is however the setting of The Sphinx without a Secret. The climate of Paris has changed just enough to begin to cause problems in the city of love. According to this article they're running out of time to create a change. As one of the biggest tourist destinations in the world, it's pretty shocking to see photos like the one in this article.
I know this technically isn't about any of the places we have discussed in class this semester, but it is however the setting of The Sphinx without a Secret. The climate of Paris has changed just enough to begin to cause problems in the city of love. According to this article they're running out of time to create a change. As one of the biggest tourist destinations in the world, it's pretty shocking to see photos like the one in this article.
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Taking a stand on forced marriage.
http://en.starafrica.com/news/botswana-group-intervenes-to-stop-teenagers-forced-marriage.html
Forced marriage reminded me of Lucy in Disgrace. Part of the story towards the end she discusses marrying Petrus simply for safety's sake. It's sad when someone is forced into marriage just simply because they have to or in Lucy's sake it makes surviving easier. Marriage should be for two people in love, and that's not the case for a lot of women especially in Africa and other foreign countries.
Forced marriage reminded me of Lucy in Disgrace. Part of the story towards the end she discusses marrying Petrus simply for safety's sake. It's sad when someone is forced into marriage just simply because they have to or in Lucy's sake it makes surviving easier. Marriage should be for two people in love, and that's not the case for a lot of women especially in Africa and other foreign countries.
Nigeria's new president
http://www.foxnews.com/world/2015/03/31/things-to-know-about-nigeria-as-new-president-is-elected-in-africa-most/
This is an interesting article because it talks about different aspects we may not know about Nigeria. Nigeria is twice the size of California, and is split between a Christian South and Muslim North. This is a good depiction of what colonization has done to Nigeria as far as religion. It seems that it isn't a melting pot like the United States, but rather there are two separate sides due to the introduction of Christianity.
This is an interesting article because it talks about different aspects we may not know about Nigeria. Nigeria is twice the size of California, and is split between a Christian South and Muslim North. This is a good depiction of what colonization has done to Nigeria as far as religion. It seems that it isn't a melting pot like the United States, but rather there are two separate sides due to the introduction of Christianity.
Sunday, March 1, 2015
GMO's in Africa
http://allafrica.com/stories/201503010114.html
It's no secret that many people in Africa are dealing with malnutrition. Governments have been looking for ways to stop this, and the myth of GMO's being able to help has started to make an impact. The idea that GMO's can help provide more food within less land in a more environmentally friendly manner has been repeated so many times that people are beginning to believe it. However, anything genetically modified is not going to be healthy.
It's no secret that many people in Africa are dealing with malnutrition. Governments have been looking for ways to stop this, and the myth of GMO's being able to help has started to make an impact. The idea that GMO's can help provide more food within less land in a more environmentally friendly manner has been repeated so many times that people are beginning to believe it. However, anything genetically modified is not going to be healthy.
Women in Africa
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Foreign-Policy/2015/0228/Many-girls-in-Africa-and-the-Middle-East-are-under-pressure-to-leave-school
Although life for women has drastically improved, and more girls are becoming educated than ever before, many girls in Africa and the Middle East are being pressure to leave school. It's eye opening as an American girl how blessed I truly am. Oftentimes we, as Americans, take these opportunities for granted when it has become a huge challenge for other women to even become educated at all.
Although life for women has drastically improved, and more girls are becoming educated than ever before, many girls in Africa and the Middle East are being pressure to leave school. It's eye opening as an American girl how blessed I truly am. Oftentimes we, as Americans, take these opportunities for granted when it has become a huge challenge for other women to even become educated at all.
Monday, January 26, 2015
Current event- Africa
http://www.cnn.com/2015/01/02/world/africa/cameroon-boko-haram-attack/index.html
This is an incredibly sad story of an attack killing at least 11 people and leaving 6 injured. This is yet another example of the lack of media coverage in third world countries. It is sad that a non-western country doesn't get the recognition it deserves simply because it is non-western. This attack is deeply saddening.
This is an incredibly sad story of an attack killing at least 11 people and leaving 6 injured. This is yet another example of the lack of media coverage in third world countries. It is sad that a non-western country doesn't get the recognition it deserves simply because it is non-western. This attack is deeply saddening.
Thursday, January 22, 2015
Current Event Post 1
http://www.economist.com/news/leaders/21640348-only-if-government-tackles-misrule-and-endemic-corruption-will-jihadist-group-be
It's tragic that just because an event isn't happening in a western society, it doesn't get the attention it deserves. As saddening as the attack in Paris is, a small number of people died in comparison to the events happening in Africa. I'm not saying the Paris event doesn't deserve the publicity it has received, but equally as, if not more, tragic events occurring in third world countries deserve the same amount of publicity, or maybe even more. If the world focused on the horrific events happening in non-western societies, then maybe a difference in those societies would occur. Maybe the lives of the people that have been taken in Africa can prevent future lives from being taken if the media focuses on them as well.
It's tragic that just because an event isn't happening in a western society, it doesn't get the attention it deserves. As saddening as the attack in Paris is, a small number of people died in comparison to the events happening in Africa. I'm not saying the Paris event doesn't deserve the publicity it has received, but equally as, if not more, tragic events occurring in third world countries deserve the same amount of publicity, or maybe even more. If the world focused on the horrific events happening in non-western societies, then maybe a difference in those societies would occur. Maybe the lives of the people that have been taken in Africa can prevent future lives from being taken if the media focuses on them as well.
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