God laughs when you steal from a thief.

Published in March 30th, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, foreign affairs

According to the New York Times, a cyber spy network based in China has tapped into classified documents in 103 countries around the world, targeting governments and private organizations. The computers of Tibetan exiles were not exempted. Spying is not a novelty in civilized society.
What surprised me most is that people seem to be in [...]

Where there is a sea there will always be pirates.

Published in March 29th, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, Weather

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Many people are set to abandon their houses around the town of Fargo in North Dakota, fearing the flood. The Red River rose to its highest level in more than 100 years, putting the city at risk.
For those still skeptical about the effect of global warming, this is another reason for worries. The US Midwest [...]

There is no cure for him who hides an illness.

Published in March 28th, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, US foreign policy, foreign affairs

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President Obama unveiled his strategy for the war in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The United States indicates that elements of Pakistan’s military intelligence are providing support to Taliban and Al-Qaeda militants. Honestly, it’s not a surprise when you think about the amount of money that the Bush administration gave to the Musharaf regime in the [...]

Life is like a ballet performance–danced only once.

Published in March 27th, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, Tragedy

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America has just lost one of it very remarkable sons: John Hope Franklin.
Professor Emeritus of History at Duke University, his death is a big loss for humanity. His life is an inspiration for all of us who admired his work. His death is like a library caught on fire and transformed to ashes. He was [...]

Lock your door rather than accuse your neighbor.

Published in March 26th, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, foreign affairs

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There is no question that the Obama administration’s next foreign crisis will be the Mexican war against drug cartels. Mexico, like any other country, is dealing with recession as well. The general opinion in the US is that the violence in Mexico will spill over the border. This is certainly not good news for the [...]

The lion’s power lies in our fear of him.

Published in March 25th, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, Strange stuff, foreign affairs

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The Chinese government’s campaign of terror and intimidation toward any country that sympathizes with Tibet seems to be working well. Many voices were raised against Madam Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, when she visited China, because she did not denounce the human rights abuses by the government in Beijing.
China is certainly a big player in [...]

Scandal is like an egg; when it is hatched it has wings.

Published in March 23rd, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, Obama, Sarah Palin, Strange stuff, olympics

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President Obama’s comment on the Tonight Show about the Special Olympics was certainly a mistake, a mistake that he apologized for. Of course, this type of “faux pas” was an opportunity for Governor Sarah Palin to make a statement on behalf of special needs people. What is ironic about it is that she is being [...]

A man without money is like a bow without arrows.

Published in March 22nd, 2009

Posted by in Economy, Science, Strange stuff, financial crisis

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Doctors around the US are reporting a sharp increase in the number of vasectomies. Definitely with the economy down, families across the country are taking drastic resolutions to spend less. The desire to have less children is due to how expensive childcare and health care are. This economic situation explains how finances determine reproduction [...]

When a king has good counselors, his reign is peaceful.

Published in March 21st, 2009

Posted by in Current affairs, US foreign policy

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The new approach of the Obama administration toward Iran is certainly the best chance for real peace between the US and Iran. When the politics of two countries diverge, it is the people of both countries that suffer the most.
The Obama administration understands the influence of Iran in the Arab world. I don’t see [...]

Life is a shadow and a mist; it passes quickly by, and is no more.

Published in March 20th, 2009

Posted by in Tragedy

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The world just lost one of the most talented actresses, Natasha Richardson. The actress died at the age of 45 following a head injury. She fell during a skiing lesson in Canada. This news is a big shock for many of her fans. I was reading about her life [...]

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