| Christmas in China Drums up Business Posted: 24 Dec 2012 02:57 PM PST |
| Egyptians Await Constitution Vote Results Posted: 24 Dec 2012 02:52 PM PST | Egypt is awaiting the results of the constitutional referendum, though early results suggest that it will pass. Egyptians are awaiting the official results of its constitutional referendum vote, and while initial results suggest that it has won approval, citizens remain divided on the issue. Unofficial early results from Saturday showed an approval by some 63 percent of voters, and official results are expected to be announced Monday. Turnout for the vote was low, estimated around 30%. Many Egyptians are hoping the new constitution will bring stability to a country that has been rocked with near two years of turmoil. One supporter of the constitution suggested that the referendum would end Egypt's problems. [Constitution Supporter]: "There was no cheating in the referendum, there was weak support for President Mohamed Mursi. Now the constitution has been passed, those opponents lack evidence. After the referendum, there won't be any problems and Egypt will embark on a new path. We are confident in the Islamic Muslim Brotherhood." However, there is still vocal opposition, with violent demonstrations being held in previous weeks in Alexandria and other provinces around Egypt. Many voices disapprove of the constitution because it was mainly written by Islamists, and suggest it will just lead to more problems down the road. The electoral commission is expected to investigate opposition allegations of voting fraud before announcing official results. For more news and videos <b>...</b> | Views: 1 0 ratings | | Time: 01:24 | More in News & Politics |
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| Russia's Putin meets India's Singh Posted: 24 Dec 2012 01:46 PM PST | Russian president Vladimir Putin meets Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in Delhi with an eye on arms sales as rape protests continue across India. Full Story: Russian president Vladimir Putin meets Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in Delhi with an eye on arms sales as rape protests continue across India. A warm handshake between India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Russian president Vladimir Putin in New Delhi on Monday. Putin - on his first trip to India since he started a new six-year term in May - is expected to talk arm sales with his long-standing regional ally. Russian defence sources say the visit could produce deals worth more than $7.5 billion, including fighter jet and aircraft engine sales. India plans to spend about $100 billion over the next 10 years to uprade its largely Soviet-era military equipment. Meanwhile, security was tightened in New Delhi, and roads and metro stations shut as anti-rape protests intensified in the capital. Publc outrage over the vicious gang rape of a 23-year-old stuident in a bus just over a week ago has resulted in several pitched battles between the police and protesters. The protests have been the biggest in the capital since last year's demonstrations against corruption. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntd.tv Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me | Views: 4 0 ratings | | Time: 01:04 | More in News & Politics |
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| Afghan Policewoman Kills US Aide Posted: 24 Dec 2012 10:30 AM PST | An Afghan policewoman shot and killed a civilian US contractor at the police headquarters in Kabul. Full Story: An Afghan policewoman killed a US police advisor in police headquarters of Kabul, the latest of insider attacks committed against foreign allies. Identified as Sgt. Nargas, NATO officials say the woman arrived at the compound looking for the location of the governor or police chief. The walled compound houses the governor's office, police headquarters, courts and a prison. Unable to find them, she fired one bullet at the US aide as he exited a shop. She continued to fire at arresting officers, but was apprehended and taken into custody. It appears to be the first time an insider attack was committed by a female member of Afghanistan's security forces. At least 52 members of the International Security Assistance Force have been killed this year by Afghans wearing police or army uniforms, incidents that have strained the trust between coalition and Afghan forces. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntd.tv Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me | Views: 72 3 ratings | | Time: 01:01 | More in News & Politics |
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| Bone Chilling Cold Grips Russia Posted: 24 Dec 2012 06:17 AM PST | Winter swimmers take a chilly dip in freezing water in Russia, Ukraine. Full Story: Winter swimmers take a chilly dip in freezing water in Russia, Ukraine. In Russia, when temperatures drop to minus 20 degrees Celcius, its time for a swim. Winter swimmers here have been enjoying their hobby for years, saying a dip in the cold water keeps them invigorated and full of energy. This woman says she prefers to swim when it's really cold outside... when it's too warm, she says, the cold water burns. In snow covered parts of the Ukraine, winter swimmers bob up and down in freezing water. And some top it off with a roll in the snow. But if freezing water isn't your cup of tea, there are more conventional winter sports to be enjoyed. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntd.tv Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me | Views: 11 1 ratings | | Time: 00:46 | More in People & Blogs |
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| Cats Compete in an International Pageant in Israel Posted: 24 Dec 2012 05:41 AM PST | Cats and feline lovers alike enjoy an international cat pageant in Israel where paws and whiskers are the fashion. Full Story: Cats and feline lovers alike enjoy an international cat pageant in Israel where paws and whiskers are the fashion. More than a hundred pet felines took to the catwalk on Saturday (December 22) to compete in an international cat pageant. About 100 different breeds, some brought from abroad, took part in the competition organized by the New Israeli Cat Alliance. The organizer of the show said the judges examined each breed according to its external traits. Cats of all shapes and sizes were paraded on stage, competing for prizes in different categories. Among the competitions held in the event was the choosing the King and Queen of the cats, who will represent Israel in international competitions. Dozens of cat admirers were at the exhibition. One of the rare breeds included the Peterbald, a Russian hairless cat that is the youngest breed in the world, with the first born in 1994 from the mating of a Don Sphynx and an Oriental Shorthair. Judges from France, Israel and Britain examined the cats and awarded them titles 'King and Queen' of those that were worthy. The event has become a tradition over the past few years. The New Israeli Cat Alliance is one of the 40 member countries of the international cat federation. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntd.tv Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me | Views: 1 1 ratings | | Time: 00:44 | More in Pets & Animals |
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| Xi Jinping's "10 Prohibitions" for the Military Posted: 23 Dec 2012 09:04 PM PST | Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com Like us on FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com The new Chinese Communist Party (CCP) secretary general Xi Jinping made moves in the military administration, after succeeding Hu Jintao as the new military leader too. Recently, Xi released the so-called "Ten Prohibitions" towards the high military commanders In his order, Xi required them to refrain from costly actions at troop inspection, and bans luxury receptions and liquor. In addition, Xi attempts to strengthen the control over speeches, given in the army. Reports remarked that the prohibitions indirectly reflect Xi's dissatisfaction with the increasingly serious corruption problem in the military under Jiang and Hu's ruling. Therefore he intends to establish his personal authority by issuing administrative commands. However, analysts doubt that Xi's efforts can make any real improvement. The CCP's Central Military Commission (CMC) had issued "Ten Prohibitions" to the high-level military officers. The full name of the document is, "CMC's Ten Provisions for Behavioral Self-Improvement." "Ten Prohibitions" require military heads to cut needless social activities and strictly control the use of police escort. It bans attending ceremonies of photographing, awarding, ribbon-cutting, foundation laying, unveiling, etc. It also bans issuing congratulatory letters or messages, writing inscriptions and privately presenting speeches or publishing articles on major sensitive issues. In addition, nobody is <b>...</b> | Views: 35 0 ratings | | Time: 03:53 | More in News & Politics |
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| New Year's Greetings to Prisoners of Conscience Posted: 23 Dec 2012 09:01 PM PST | Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com Like us on FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com During the season of family gatherings, thousands and thousands of political prisoners and dissidents are remembered during their detention and torture in prisons all over in China. Human rights activists initiated a "send greeting cards" to Gao Zhisheng activity. Netizens also responded by participating in the Greeting Cards Activity. They hope to express solidarity with and send regards to those who were wrongfully detained. Father of the Kidney Stone Baby, Zhao Lianhai, wrote a microblog: "Season's greetings to those who are far away from home. Those who are persecuted and imprisoned for participating in democracy, rule of law, and social progress have lost their freedom. Their families suffer with them. These "prisoners of conscience" are different from ordinary criminals. Chinese New Year is around the corner. Please give your regards and greetings with a post card or a letter!" This microblog was soon deleted by the authorities. However, sending greeting cards to the illegally detained dissidents has become a popular topic on the Internet these days. Beijing human rights activist Hu Jia wrote on Twitter: "For Christmas and the New Year, send a greeting card to Gao Zhisheng imprisoned in the remote desert." It received massive forwarding of Gao Zhisheng's mailing address and many enthusiastically participated. Referred to as China's Conscience, human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng was sentenced to <b>...</b> | Views: 1 0 ratings | | Time: 04:44 | More in News & Politics |
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| CCP Regime Claiming to Boost Farmers' Income Posted: 23 Dec 2012 08:55 PM PST | Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com Like us on FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com For decades, Chinese farmers have been living in hardship at a low social status. Moreover, they are deprived of land and other resources by rampant officials grabbing land, and forced demolitions. This has forced many more farmers to stand up to protect their own interests and rights, joining surging mass protests. Recently, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) authorities alleged to act to increase farmers' income in the near future. The claim has aroused questions from the public, as they think it is word games that the CCP plays to fool civilians. On December 21 and 22, a CCP Central Rural Work Conference was held in Beijing, which spoke about the weakest part of China's economy. These are a lagging agricultural modernization, large gap between urban-rural development and residential income. The meeting said that in the near future, the CCP authorities will increase investment into agriculture, rationalize agricultural products prices, and continuously increase agricultural subsidies. The meeting claimed to put an emphasis on boosting farmers'income, so as to keep pace with, and even exceed urban residents' income. Liu Feiyue, Director of Civil Rights &Livelihood Watch: "It sounds very appealing, but it's not the first time that we've heard such nice words. Previously, there have appeared many similar official talks or policies." Liu Feiyue, Director of msguancha.com, says that this is an official <b>...</b> | Views: 0 0 ratings | | Time: 03:26 | More in News & Politics |
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| The Chinese Communist Party New Leadership Still Censors Internet Posted: 23 Dec 2012 08:52 PM PST | Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com Like us on FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com Several state media in mainland China have suggested intensifying monitoring of Internet content. Meanwhile, VPN services, used by netizens for unblocking censorship is continuously blocked by firewall. Experts have suggested netizens use Ultrasurf and Freegate that allow you to bypass firewalls. Both are freeware programs designed as anti-censorship tools, in addition, programs are constantly upgraded. Since Dec. 18, the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) media People's Daily published several articles about control of the Internet. Voice of America reported that, recently, many foreign VPN service providers have complained that their servers are blocked in China. According to incomplete statistics, China has 538 million internet users, it has reached the world's top position. Some netizens use VPN services to bypass China's Great Wall. They have even searched the "sensitive information" that the CCP won't allow them to see. Bill Xia, president of Dynamic Internet Technology Inc. said, VPN was original designed an internet tool. Because of the CCP's blockade, some netizens use it as a tool to bypass censorship. Technically, VPN service providers didn't particularly develop software to break censorship blocks. The IP addresses he designed are stable. The CCP easily blocks VPN servers. Xia suggests netizens use Ultrasurf and Freegate softwares, they are not easily blockaded. Bill Xia: "Ultrasurf and <b>...</b> | Views: 15 0 ratings | | Time: 04:05 | More in News & Politics |
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