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.
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