Paris Hilton Gets Locked Up

Would you consider the news that Paris Hilton gets 45 days in jail, that newsworthy that it knocks off events such as the war in Iraq or Dafur off the front page of the BBC newsletter today?

CCTV and Spy Cameras Only Cost a Little Freedom

It seems that every where you turn, there is a CCTV staring at you. Knowing that you are always watched is enough to make anyone nervous. The movie industry is catching on to the paranoia and it is pouring out the movies about spy cameras and being watched.

Celebrating The Life Of Oskar Shindler

The life of Schindler has so much relevance in today’s multi polar world. He was no Gandhi or Mandela, nor did him resembled Christ or Buddha. Rather, he was a deeply flawed man. He was a Nazi and a war profiteer. A compulsive womaniser, he was frequently disloyal to his wife. After the war, he even abandoned her in Argentina to return to Germany. An incurable spendthrift,he lost millions in his pursuit of the good life. When he died, he was penniless... Yet, at a time when far more moral men and women had been caught up in Hitler's xenophobia or reduced to being mere spectators to what was happening by their own fear, this man answered the call of conscience.

Everyone Will Benefit with Immigration Reform, Part #3

Immigration reform is needed and everyone in the country should be happy when it happens. It will help everyone, even the people who are against it. It will help business, our economy, Social Security, the military, education, and our national security. We should all be hoping our elected officials get this done soon.

A Perfumista's Guide to Shopping for Perfume for Mother's Day

Most women love fragrances so buying perfume for Mother's Day sounds like a great gift idea. And it is! Except for the uninitiated, shopping for perfume can be a confusing and even intimidating experience. This article explains where to buy great fragrances, how to navigate the perfume counter (online or at the mall), and names some specific scents as potential gift ideas.

Who Sexually Abuses Children?

Is your child prepared to deal with society's worst scourge-Sexual Abuse? Every year throughout the world several hundred children are sexually abused-assaulted by adults associated with their school experience. To adequately prepare your child for school you need to prepare him-her about sexual abuse prevention. How can children protect themselves? This article presents tips and strategies for safety.

Zimbabwe - Basic Facts

Zimbabwe is situated in Southern Africa, Zimbabwe is bordered to the South by South Africa, Mozambique to the East, Zambia to the North and Botswana to the West.

Three Questions for the Inactive Activist

Who is responsible for this? What are you going to do about it? If not you, who?

A Civil Society Bill of Rights

I reserve the right to have opinions and passionately advocate them, to believe in idealistic positions, to sometimes be wrong, to change my mind, to compromise, to disagree with others, and to sometimes be silent.

Rev. Jerry Falwell - The Passing of a Father

The news is full with biographies and eulogies about the passing of Rev. Jerry Falwell. Accompanied by long lists of accomplishments and milestones, the review of his life and legacy is well known. But what is the sum of his life and what was the full nature of his labors?

On Culture - Amateur Versus Professionals (1)

Internet (web 2.0) is changing the world. Communities and most of all the Blogs are one source of change. This is affecting journalism. Blogs have entered the journalist stage and their contributors could be described as the amateurs in contrast to the professional and the incumbent market that is sourced by (real) journalists.

Understanding the History of Spain

You will want to have knowledge of the history of Spain and Spanish culture if you plan on spending a fair amount of time living or even just visiting the country. This will allow you to better understand the country's culture and current state of affairs during you stay.

Paradise Regained, Paradise Lost

This year marks the 26th anniversary of the return of the Sinai by Israel to Egypt - a day of mourning by many of the 2,000 settlers who settled and later were forcibly evacuated by Israeli authorities under the command of today's prime minister, Ariel Sharon, from the seaside city of Yamit on the Mediterranean.

Are You A Genuine 'True Blood' Donor

A GENUINE True Blood Donor is also a volunteer because he or she is naturally endowed with the character that supports the sustenance of life. He or she is a life support person who gives monetary, in-kind or volunteer services to preserve humanity. They provide support that will enable humanitarian service providers to build the capacity of human beings, helping them to overcome life obstacles and achieve a better way of life.