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Interesting Facts you would like to Know

1. Chewing on gum while cutting onions can help a person from stop producing tears. Try it next time you chop onions.                                                      2. Until babies are six months old, they can breathe and swallow at the same time. Indeed convenient!                                                  ... 

Law of God versus law of man

    Law of God versus law of man Oct 11th 2007 | CAIRO From The Economist print edition A tantalising reform of the Saudi judicial system is under way AFP It’s all in the book. Or maybe not A SAUDI surgeon has just pioneered a new, minimally invasive technique for replacing defective heart valves in children as young as three years old. Yet she is not allowed to drive a car. The kingdom produces... 

For your wellness

May Allah save all of us from his wrath and bless them all with his mercy &  kindness, Aameen. The Holy Prophet (Peace be upon him & his progeny) said: 1) Four things that make the body sick: a) Excessive talk b) Excessive sleep c) Excessive eating and d) Excessive sex. 2) Four things that destroys the body: a) Worry b) Sorrow (Sadness/Grief) c) Hunger d) Staying up late (in the night) 3)... 

 DRINK WATER ON EMPTY STOMACH It is popular in Japan today to drink water immediately after waking up every morning. Furthermore, scientific tests have proven a its value. We publish below a description of use of water for our readers. For old and serious diseases as well as modern illnesses the water treatment had been found successful by a Japanese medical society as a 100% cure for the following... 

Discover Miraculous Medicinal Uses of Nigella Sativa – Black Seed – Kalonji‏

  Discover Miraculous Medicinal Uses of Nigella Sativa – Black Seed – Kalonji‏ Botanical Name: Nigella sativa Kalonji, Black Seed A REMEDY FOR ALL DISEASES EXCEPT DEATH The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, told us about an effective medicine which can cure all diseases except death. He said: “use the black cumin (habba soda) for, indeed, it is a remedy for all... 

Kings of the World – Rich Living Monarchs and their Royal Residences‏

Kings of the World  Rich Living Monarchs and their Royal Residences “Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown” – so goes this age-old proverb. However, it is not just uneasiness in store for a monarch. Emperors globally have enjoyed and continue to enjoy luxurious lifestyles. Some even have 13 brides. The best levels of comfort that money can fetch are in store for the emperors globally. Be... 

Scenes from the Zoo

Scenes from the Zoo According to the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), over 600 million visitors pass through the gates of over 1,300 zoological parks, reserves and aquariums worldwide every year. Springtime brings many new animals to these parks as well, as newborns. Collected here are some photographs from zoos and aquariums around the world from the past couple of months. Don’t... 

Documenting the return of U.S. war dead

Documenting the return of U.S. war dead In 1991, President George H. W. Bush implemented a ban on media coverage of returning war dead and their dignified transfer process at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. Shortly after he assumed office, President Barack Obama asked Defense Secretary Robert Gates to review this policy, and Gates later reversed it, giving family members of the fallen the right to... 

Earth Day 2009

Earth Day 2009 Today is Earth Day, a day set aside for awareness and appreciation of the Earth’s environment, and our roles within it – this year marking the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. As a way to help appreciate and observe our environment, I’ve collected 40 images below, each a glimpse into some aspect of the world around us, how it affects and sustains us, and how we affect... 

10 Ways to Catch a Liar‏

 10 Ways to Catch a Liar‏ Experts have 10 tips that can let you know if someone isn’t telling you the whole truth. By Heather Hatfield WebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD   J.J. Newberry was a trained federal agent, skilled in the art of deception detection. So when a witness to a shooting sat in front of him and tried to tell him that when she heard gunshots she didn’t look,... 

Ultimate truth—–Uncanny-but true !

Whenever  I find the key to success, someone changes the  lock.     To Err is human, to forgive is not a COMPANY policy.     The  road to success??.. Is always under  construction. Alcohol  doesn’t solve any problems, but if you think again, neither  does Milk. In  order to get a Loan, you first need to prove that you don’t  need it. All  the desirable things in... 

Despair and rage among Gaza’s youths

Mohammad (left) is thinking of joining the militants, but Hassan (centre) stresses he remains a “civilian”   By Heather Sharp BBC News, Gaza Ten young men sit talking and smoking by the light of a paraffin lamp in a basement room. The flags of militant groups – Hamas, Islamic Jihad – flutter outside among the densely packed cinder-block houses of Gaza’s... 

Why Socialism?

Why Socialism? “We shall require a substantially new manner of thinking if mankind is to survive.”   By Albert Einstein From Monthly Review, New York, May, 1949. [Re-printed in Ideas and Opinions by Albert Einstein] Transcribed by Lenny Gray Is it advisable for one who is not an expert on economic and social issues to express views on the subject of socialism? I believe for a number... 

Peace will be achieved only by talking to Hamas

Sir, If every crisis is also an opportunity, it is now time to rethink the strategy for achieving peace in the Middle East. The latest and bloodiest conflict between Israel and Hamas has demonstrated that the policy of isolating Hamas cannot bring about stability. As former peace negotiators, we believe it is of vital importance to abandon the failed policy of isolation and to involve Hamas in the... 

Obama’s main test

Unless Obama can change the US’s Middle East policy, which means confronting Israel’s new right-wing leadership, his entire programme for change will collapse, writes Hassan Nafaa The Arabs habitually look forward to every new incumbent in the White House. They hope he will give higher priority than his predecessors to Middle Eastern concerns, and they pray that he will be fairer in handling... 

Health Tips‏

Organ timings are absolutely right as per acu therapy. If you follow as per the time schedule your body will be perfect life long.   Beneficial things in daily life.. Ants Problem: Keep the skin of cucumbers near the place or ant hole. To get pure and clean ice: Boil water first before freezing. To make the mirror shine: Clean with spirit To remove chewing gum from clothes: Keep the cloth in... 

Importance of having Breakfast

Importance of having Breakfast From: Maheen Aali Breakfast can help prevent strokes, heart attack and sudden death. Advice on not to skip breakfast! Healthy living.. For those who always skip breakfast, you should stop that habit now! You’ve heard many times that “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Now, recent research confirms that one of the worst practices... 

Kansai International Airport Japan, Built on artificial island offshore

Kansai International Airport Japan. Built on artificial island offshore As the world’s population increases at a more-than-healthy rate andthe cost of travel decreases, the number of people looking to travel byair is understandably on the rise. With this growing demand comes theneed for more airports as existing ones struggle to cope with themillions of passengers passing through on a... 

Lighting up the night

Lighting up the night Berlin, Germany is hosting its “Festival of Lights” this week, until October 26th. Dozens of landmarks are lit up with lamps, projectors and lasers, accompanied by fireworks and other events. We humans light up the night for many reasons, practical, artistic – even reasons with more meaningful messages. Pictured below are night scenes from Berlin and around...