'Kiss protest' held at Turkey subway station

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• 'Kiss protest' held at Turkey subway station
• Novelties: Estate Planning Is Important for Your Online Assets, Too
• Arrests made at gay rights protest in Russia
• 'Maoist rebels' kill 16 in India
• Goal: Live Analysis: Champions League Final, Bayern Munich vs. Dortmund
• Armed 'Maoist' rebels attack convoy in India
• Turbine Plans Unnerve Fans of Condors in California
• Western Aid Finances Afghan Projects From Silly to Sublime
• Bomb in Yemeni military vehicle kills two and injures six
• Law for Afghan women faces backlash
• Hezbollah chief admits and defends group’s involvement in Syrian war
• Western Aid Finances Afghan Projects From Silly to Sublime
• Root ton delights Headingley crowd
• Nigerian army says rescues hostages taken by Islamists
• French soldier stabbed in neck outside Paris
• Chile blocks Barrick Gold mining project
• New fighting in central Sudanese state
• Aguero signs new Man City deal
• Leaks Inquiries Show How Wide a Net Is Cast
• Malaysians rally against 'electoral fraud'

'Kiss protest' held at Turkey subway station Posted: 25 May 2013 12:42 PM PDT Some 100 people kissed for several minutes at Ankara station in protest of moral warnings by subway authorities.

Novelties: Estate Planning Is Important for Your Online Assets, Too Posted: 25 May 2013 08:41 AM PDT An assortment of services can help you and your heirs organize the online accounts that you will eventually leave behind.

Arrests made at gay rights protest in Russia Posted: 25 May 2013 12:09 PM PDT Police detain about 30 protesters at march in Moscow, where gay rights demonstrations are illegal.

'Maoist rebels' kill 16 in India Posted: 25 May 2013 12:51 PM PDT At least 16 people, including a senior leader of India's ruling Congress party, are killed after their convoy was attacked by Maoist rebels, officials say.

Goal: Live Analysis: Champions League Final, Bayern Munich vs. Dortmund Posted: 25 May 2013 12:58 PM PDT The Goal blog will provide live analysis and commentary of Saturday's Champions League final — Bayern Munich vs. Dortmund from Wembley Stadium in London.

Armed 'Maoist' rebels attack convoy in India Posted: 25 May 2013 11:47 AM PDT Suspected Maoist rebels attack convoy in country's east, killing 17 and wounding at least 20 others.

Turbine Plans Unnerve Fans of Condors in California Posted: 25 May 2013 11:43 AM PDT Environmentalists are worried by how a wind-energy project near the Mojave Desert could affect the fragile condor population.

Western Aid Finances Afghan Projects From Silly to Sublime Posted: 25 May 2013 11:23 AM PDT With more than a hundred billion dollars in the past dozen years, thousands of groups have tried to find ways to spend it.

Bomb in Yemeni military vehicle kills two and injures six Posted: 25 May 2013 11:42 AM PDT ADEN (Reuters) - A remotely-detonated bomb planted in a military vehicle killed a soldier and a civilian and injured six other soldiers in the Hadramaut region of eastern Yemen on Saturday evening, a local security official said.

Law for Afghan women faces backlash Posted: 25 May 2013 11:04 AM PDT KABUL — A proposed law to protect Afghan women and girls from abuses such as child marriage, bride barter and spousal abuse has created a furor in the past week, exposing a generational and religious struggle that persists in this traditional Muslim society despite a decade of Western-backed democracy and a constitution that enshrines women's rights. Read full article >>

Hezbollah chief admits and defends group’s involvement in Syrian war Posted: 25 May 2013 10:58 AM PDT BEIRUT — The leader of the Lebanese Shiite militant group Hezbollah said Saturday that Syria cannot be allowed to fall into the hands of enemies, as he defiantly justified sending his fighters to support President Bashar al-Assad's government. Read full article >>

Western Aid Finances Afghan Projects From Silly to Sublime Posted: 25 May 2013 11:23 AM PDT With more than a hundred billion dollars in the past dozen years, thousands of groups have tried to find ways to spend it.

Root ton delights Headingley crowd Posted: 25 May 2013 11:27 AM PDT Joe Root hits a maiden Test century as England reach 337-7 against New Zealand on day two of the second Test.

Nigerian army says rescues hostages taken by Islamists Posted: 25 May 2013 11:26 AM PDT ABUJA (Reuters) - Nigeria's military has freed a number of women and children held hostage by Islamist sect Boko Haram, the army said on Saturday, after its offensive in the northeast of the country overran three of the insurgents' camps.

French soldier stabbed in neck outside Paris Posted: 25 May 2013 12:28 PM PDT Soldier loses considerable amount of blood after being stabbed, but his condition is reportedly not life threatening.

Chile blocks Barrick Gold mining project Posted: 25 May 2013 11:22 AM PDT Diaguita Indians celebrate victory in seeing mining giant Barrick Gold Corporation fined for environmental violation.

New fighting in central Sudanese state Posted: 25 May 2013 10:52 AM PDT KHARTOUM (Reuters) - New fighting broke out between the Sudanese army and rebels in a central state where insurgents launched a major attack last month, both sides said on Saturday.

Aguero signs new Man City deal Posted: 25 May 2013 10:25 AM PDT Sergio Aguero signs a one-year contract extension with Manchester City, with his deal now running until 2017.

Leaks Inquiries Show How Wide a Net Is Cast Posted: 25 May 2013 10:31 AM PDT Details of investigations into government leaks of classified materials also hint at the personal and professional cost for those caught up.

Malaysians rally against 'electoral fraud' Posted: 25 May 2013 11:27 AM PDT Tens of thousands protest against government, with speeches from leading opposition figures over alleged fraud.

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Women who talk smack about their bodies unlikeable: study

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• Women who talk smack about their bodies unlikeable: study
• Indian movie makers eye worldwide sales
• Malaysia urges parties in conflicts to discard extremism
• 16 children die in Pakistan school bus fire
• Vivid Festival shines a light on Sydney
• 11 dead as Philippine troops clash with militants
• Artists seek global audience at Hong Kong's Art Basel
• Annual cultural festival lights up a vivid Sydney
• 2014 launch predicted for Apple’s ‘iWatch’
• Fairphone taking orders for its ethical smartphone
• Syria opposition unity talks face collapse
• Sultan's insulter detained: MCMC
• Profit taking likely to be extended next week
• Police to appeal rejection of remand: Ahmad Zahid
• Police can handle PJ gathering: Ahmad Zahid
• Paul Low resigns as TI-M president
• Myanmar port project to boost ties with Thailand
• US push on Myanmar enters new phase
• Sixth night of Stockholm riots as Britain, US issue warnings
• EU firms lament job losses from possible punitive duties on Chinese solar products

Women who talk smack about their bodies unlikeable: study Posted: 25 May 2013 12:12 AM PDT Ladies, you may think you're strengthening female bonds with your girlfriends when you make disparaging remarks about your body weight, but new research suggests that in fact, no one likes a 'fat talker.' read more This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Indian movie makers eye worldwide sales Posted: 24 May 2013 11:39 PM PDT When actor Eliyas Qureshi swapped Bollywood for Hollywood 15 years ago, the only roles for Indian actors were "cab drivers, doctors and terrorists". read more

Malaysia urges parties in conflicts to discard extremism Posted: 24 May 2013 11:32 PM PDT Malaysia has urged all parties in conflicts to discard extremism and move instead towards promoting a culture of peace to resolve differences. read more

16 children die in Pakistan school bus fire Posted: 24 May 2013 11:22 PM PDT Sixteen children and a teacher were killed when their school bus caught fire in central Pakistan on Saturday, police said. read more

Vivid Festival shines a light on Sydney Posted: 24 May 2013 11:20 PM PDT Once again Sydney was literally lit up, Friday, transformed into a living, gleaming, nocturnal art gallery for Australia's premier winter event, Vivid Sydney. Featuring some of the world's biggest names in lighting, technology and design, the Vivid Festival is a chance for Sydney to stake a claim among the world's great cities. read more

11 dead as Philippine troops clash with militants Posted: 24 May 2013 10:53 PM PDT Eleven people were killed in the southern Philippines early Saturday as troops clashed with a militant group blamed for the country's deadliest terror attacks, the military said. read more

Artists seek global audience at Hong Kong's Art Basel Posted: 24 May 2013 09:56 PM PDT Having taken five Volkswagen Beetles and compressed them into spheres, artist Ichwan Noor was always going to grab attention at the inaugural Hong Kong Art Basel. read more This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Annual cultural festival lights up a vivid Sydney Posted: 24 May 2013 09:40 PM PDT Vivid Sydney, the annual festival of light, music and ideas, kicks off as landmarks around city become part of show. Copyright (AFP RELAXNEWS/ AFPTV), 2012. read more This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

2014 launch predicted for Apple’s ‘iWatch’ Posted: 24 May 2013 09:33 PM PDT Industry watchers believe Apple's smartwatch device will focus on tracking, biometrics and online security, rather than replicating iPhone features. read more This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Fairphone taking orders for its ethical smartphone Posted: 24 May 2013 08:43 PM PDT On first glance, it looks like any Android-powered touch-screen smartphone, but scratch beneath the surface and the Fairphone is much more. read more This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Syria opposition unity talks face collapse Posted: 24 May 2013 07:19 PM PDT ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Syrian opposition talks aimed at presenting a coherent front at an international peace conference to end the civil war faced the prospect of collapse after President Bashar al-Assad's foes failed to cut an internal deal, opposition sources said on Friday.

Sultan's insulter detained: MCMC Posted: 24 May 2013 09:13 PM PDT The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has managed to locate a suspect who insulted His Majesty the Sultan of Terengganu on his Facebook page. With cooperation from the Police, the suspect has been detained for questioning. read more

Profit taking likely to be extended next week Posted: 24 May 2013 08:33 PM PDT Share prices are expected to undergo further profit-taking next week with the benchmark FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) possibly retreating to the 1760 points support level. read more

Police to appeal rejection of remand: Ahmad Zahid Posted: 24 May 2013 08:14 PM PDT The police will appeal against the decision by a magistrate today to deny remand on three individuals who were detained to facilitate investigations under the Sedition Act 1948, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. read more

Police can handle PJ gathering: Ahmad Zahid Posted: 24 May 2013 08:02 PM PDT Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is confident that the police are capable of handling the gathering planned by the opposition in Petaling Jaya tomorrow. read more

Paul Low resigns as TI-M president Posted: 24 May 2013 07:46 PM PDT Datuk Paul Low today tendered his resignation as Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) president, following his appointment as minister in the Prime Minister's Department in the new Cabinet line-up recently. read more

Myanmar port project to boost ties with Thailand Posted: 24 May 2013 08:52 PM PDT With opening of Dawei's deep-sea port in Myanmar, Thailand's western part is poised to become a logistics and transportation hub as well as tourist destination, according to analysts here. read more

US push on Myanmar enters new phase Posted: 24 May 2013 08:24 PM PDT After a landmark visit by Myanmar's leader, the United States is looking to a new phase of greater cooperation to encourage reform with the former pariah state as it runs out of major symbolic steps. read more

Sixth night of Stockholm riots as Britain, US issue warnings Posted: 24 May 2013 08:08 PM PDT Stockholm experienced a sixth straight night of riots early Saturday, with cars torched in several immigrant-dominated suburbs, as Britain and the United States warned against travelling to the hotspots. read more This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

EU firms lament job losses from possible punitive duties on Chinese solar products Posted: 24 May 2013 07:54 PM PDT A coalition of over 580 European solar companies on Friday protested in a dramatic way against looming anti-dumping duties against Chinese-made solar products. read more

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Pakistan school bus explosion and blaze kill 17 children: media

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• Pakistan school bus explosion and blaze kill 17 children: media
• In Syria's shadow, Iraq violence presents new test for U.S.
• In Syria's shadow, Iraq violence presents new test for U.S.
• Children killed in Pakistan explosion
• Guatemala's ex-president extradited to US
• Gas cylinder blast on Pakistan school bus kills 17
• Violence spreads outside calmer Stockholm
• Militants attacks kill 9 in Pakistan
• Audra McDonald Releases New Album, Appears In Nationally Televised Solo Concert
• In 2009 redux, Obama faces thorny issue of detainees at prison in Cuba
• Microsoft Reveals The Xbox One
• Assad's Key to Survival: Loyal Businessmen
• VIDEO: Saudi drivers in 'sidewalk skiing' craze
• Syria opposition unity talks face specter of collapse
• VIDEO: Saudi drivers in 'sidewalk skiing' craze
• 5 Steps to Making a Sale Through Social Media
• New Research: Social Media Trends For Marketers In 2013 (Daily Deal Sites 80% Down?)
• Guinea opposition protest turns violent
• Improvising in a time of war
• Ed O'Bannon Case Against NCAA Will Gain Herculean Steam If Tim Tebow, Johnny Manziel Join Lawsuit

Pakistan school bus explosion and blaze kill 17 children: media Posted: 24 May 2013 10:35 PM PDT ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Seventeen Pakistani children burnt to death on Saturday when a gas cylinder on the bus taking them to school exploded, media said.

In Syria's shadow, Iraq violence presents new test for U.S. Posted: 24 May 2013 10:05 PM PDT By Warren Strobel WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Saddled with Middle East problems ranging from Iran to Syria and beyond, President Barack Obama now faces one that is both old and new: Iraq. Unresolved sectarian tensions, inflamed by the raging civil war in neighboring Syria, have combined to send violence in Iraq to its highest level since Obama withdrew the last U.S. troops in December 2011, U.S. officials and Middle East analysts say. A Sunni Muslim insurgency against the Shi'ite-led Baghdad government has also been reawakened. ...

In Syria's shadow, Iraq violence presents new test for U.S. Posted: 24 May 2013 10:05 PM PDT WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Saddled with Middle East problems ranging from Iran to Syria and beyond, President Barack Obama now faces one that is both old and new: Iraq.

Children killed in Pakistan explosion Posted: 24 May 2013 10:10 PM PDT A gas-cylinder blast inside a school bus on the outskirts of Gujrat has left 17 children dead, police say.

Guatemala's ex-president extradited to US Posted: 24 May 2013 12:55 PM PDT Alfonso Portillo describes extradition to the US, where he will face money-laundering charges, as a "kidnapping".

Gas cylinder blast on Pakistan school bus kills 17 Posted: 24 May 2013 09:48 PM PDT ISLAMABAD (AP) — At least 17 children were burned to death in eastern Pakistan on Saturday when a faulty gas cylinder exploded on the bus taking them to school, police said.

Violence spreads outside calmer Stockholm Posted: 24 May 2013 08:47 PM PDT Officials say police reinforcements sent to Swedish capital helped as dozens set cars and recycling station ablaze.

Militants attacks kill 9 in Pakistan Posted: 24 May 2013 08:51 PM PDT PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — A pair of suspected militant attacks killed nine people in two different areas of northwest Pakistan on Friday, police said.

Audra McDonald Releases New Album, Appears In Nationally Televised Solo Concert Posted: 24 May 2013 08:48 PM PDT This month, Audra McDonald is releasing her fourth album, "Go Back Home," her first solo disc in seven years, and starring in a televised concert, featuring selections from the album, on PBS' Live from Lincoln Center.

In 2009 redux, Obama faces thorny issue of detainees at prison in Cuba Posted: 24 May 2013 05:21 PM PDT At the beginning of his first term, President Obama, surrounded by former generals and admirals, announced his intention to close the military detention facility at Guantanamo Bay with all the fanfare and sense of possibility accorded a new, determined occupant of the Oval Office. Read full article >>

Microsoft Reveals The Xbox One Posted: 24 May 2013 05:15 PM PDT

Assad's Key to Survival: Loyal Businessmen Posted: 24 May 2013 07:39 PM PDT As the Syrian regime goes on the offensive, one key to its resilience is support from loyal businessmen like Mohammed Jaber, who organizes armed convoys to bring in and distribute fuel.

VIDEO: Saudi drivers in 'sidewalk skiing' craze Posted: 24 May 2013 07:21 PM PDT Motorists in Saudi Arabia have developed a new way of driving cars, which uses only two wheels.

Syria opposition unity talks face specter of collapse Posted: 24 May 2013 07:15 PM PDT By Khaled Yacoub Oweis ISTANBUL - Syrian opposition talks aimed at presenting a coherent front at an international peace conference to end the civil war faced the prospect of collapse after President Bashar al-Assad's foes failed to cut an internal deal, opposition sources said on Friday. ...

VIDEO: Saudi drivers in 'sidewalk skiing' craze Posted: 24 May 2013 07:21 PM PDT Motorists in Saudi Arabia have developed a new way of driving cars, which uses only two wheels.

5 Steps to Making a Sale Through Social Media Posted: 24 May 2013 07:20 PM PDT

New Research: Social Media Trends For Marketers In 2013 (Daily Deal Sites 80% Down?) Posted: 24 May 2013 07:20 PM PDT Social Media Examiner has just released its annual Social Media Marketing report. It reveals some interesting data about this year's social media marketing trends. The entire report is available for download here, but I'd like to highlight some of the report's most surprising and significant points. In a survey of 3,025 marketers, the study determined the following:

Guinea opposition protest turns violent Posted: 24 May 2013 07:33 PM PDT At least 15 injured in clashes between youths and police as unrest grows over delays to long-awaited parliamentary vote.

Improvising in a time of war Posted: 24 May 2013 06:41 PM PDT Ratty sweatpants and plastic sandals don't scream "entrepreneur." But way down in dusty southern Turkey, two miles from the Syrian border, a couple of dozen men sitting in the shade in plastic chairs were most definitely innovators in a wartime economy. Read full article >>

Ed O'Bannon Case Against NCAA Will Gain Herculean Steam If Tim Tebow, Johnny Manziel Join Lawsuit Posted: 24 May 2013 06:49 PM PDT In the immortal words of Ron Burgandy, "That escalated quickly."

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