Israeli officials demand end to US snoop-ops following email interception o...
Washington – Senior Israeli leaders have reportedly demanded an end to the alleged mass surveillance programmes carried out by the US’ National Security Agency after it was revealed that emails of the country’s former leaders were allegedly intercepted. Israeli Intelligence Minister Yuval... read more »
Biggest dating turn-offs revealed
Washington – Wondering why your date never called you back after the first outing? Chances are you might have turned him or her off in one way or another. The Huffington Post asked it’s readers to reveal their biggest dating turn-offs and they did. Not having a job, getting drunk on the... read more »
Now, `eat your way skinny` with dumbbell cutlery set
Washington – Have you gained weight this festive season? Replace your silverware with the dumbbell cutlery set. The dumbbell cutlery set helps you build muscle while you eat, Mashable reported. The site selling the set, TheCheeky.com, claims that the fork, knife and dessert spoon, which weigh... read more »
Ferrer splits with coach Piles after 15-year relationship
Johannesburg – World number three David Ferrer said Sunday that he has split with coach Javier Piles after a 15-year working relationship, according to reports. According to Sport24, Ferrer, 31, who reached his first Grand Slam final this year at the French Open where he lost to compatriot... read more »
Musharraf lawyers urge UN to intervene into ‘show trial’
Islamabad – Lawyers of Pakistan’s ex-President Pervez Musharraf have reportedly urged the United Nations to intervene in the dictator’s treason trial, which they believe... read more »
Obama nominates Senator Max Baucus as ambassador to China
President Barack Obama nominated Senator Max Baucus on Friday as US ambassador to China. “Max Baucus is going to be an outstanding ambassador to China, and I’d like a swift... read more »
Taiwan court suspends trial of ailing ex-president
Taipei – A Taiwanese court has suspended the trial of former president Chen Shui-bian on the ground that he is suffering from depression, dementia and other health problems, officials... read more »
Israeli PM amongst NSA, GCHQ’s 1,000 ‘snoop-op’ targets
London – The US and UK spy agencies reportedly spied on targets that include a European Union commissioner, humanitarian organizations and an Israeli PM who held office in 2009. The... read more »
Stepping up defence ties with Sri Lanka outrageous: Jayalalithaa
Expressing dismay over reports of Indian Coast Guard participating in naval exercises with Sri Lankan Navy, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Saturday asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to... read more »
