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USTPAC Welcomes First Step towards Accountability for Sri Lanka`s War by UN Human Rights

The Resolution passed with an absolute majority within the Council and with cross-regional support, including that of India, Nigeria and Mexico.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The US Tamil Political Action Council welcomes the Resolution on Sri Lanka passed today by the UN Human Rights Council.

The Council says the Report of the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission contains constructive recommendations for initiating a process of reconciliation.

Is Ciudad Juarez Turning Around?

“The perceived risk is smaller than before, probably because less violent acts are happening than before."
- Miguel Gomez of business organization 'La Red'.

(LAS CRUCES, NM) - More than four years after a so-called narco war exploded and then devastated Ciudad Juarez, a different atmosphere is perceptible on the streets of the border city.

While still very high by historic standards, the rate of murders is way down from the height of the killing two years ago.

Half a Million Americans Prepared to Take Down George Zimmerman

No law should be used to cloak racism and murder.

(SALEM) - I have a feeling that the murder/racism suspect George Zimmerman is going down one way or another. This kid that he killed, was just a boy, he wasn't even 18-years old.

Trayvon Martin was an aspiring A and B student who was interested in flying, and was an athlete, from a solid family with no criminal background.

Over Complicating Our Electronic Universe

Electricity is generated simply by forcing the magnetic field current of the rotor through the magnetic field of the stator.

(SAN DIEGO) - You know Rube Goldberg became famous for constructing clever but ridiculous mechanisms using balls, mouse traps, strings, mallets and other items to perform a simple task that could be done directly in just a few seconds.

Similarly, the scientists seem to be having a contest to see who can concoct the most preposterous, complex and convoluted theory to explain the many mysteries of the universe.

Why Trayvon Martin`s Death Should Matter to You

Anyone bold enough to talk about George Zimmerman and his rights to be presumed innocent until proven guilty needs to remember something very important. Trayvon Martin did not get the opportunity.

(SANFORD, FL) - All of the facts in the tragic case of Trayvon Martin have yet to come to the surface, but there are two important facts we do know. Trayvon Martin is dead and George Zimmerman admitted to killing a defenseless young man.

What upsets me and most rational people the most is how the case has been handled by the Sanford Police Department.

Is it an Israeli False Flag Again?

Read the story of Naeim Giladi, an Israeli agent operating in Iraq in the late 1940’s, and then decide.

(LONDON) - Israeli press reported this evening that French gunman Mohamed Merah had been on a trip to Israel in the past.

According to the report, Merah's passport had Israeli stamps in it. The purpose of his visit is unknown. Israeli analysts suspect he was either trying to visit the Palestinian territories or preparing for a terror attack.

Surprise Yet Uneven Human Rights Council Conclusion: Sri Lanka-Tamils

Resolution implies a lack of confidence in the Sri Lankan government to enact even its own mild investigation.

(LONDON) - Human Rights Council voted today, to criticize the Sri Lankan government for “not adequately address[ing] serious allegations of violations of international law”.

It came during its final phases of war against the liberation guerrilla army LTTE (Liberation Tigers for Tamil Eelam), which ended, May 18, 2009, with government-caused massive blood baths.

Trayvon Martin RIP As U R Not Alone

What excuses exist for what is taking place over a Black teen's tragic shooting death.

(CLEVELAND) - Trayvon Martin's story leaves Americans reaching for answers- to questions that should never have to be asked. Regional trends dictate the spirit of a community.

Florida is a U.S. state that once turned its back and broke away, to become part of a force determined to wipe out the free United States and exist within the slave-owning Confederacy.

26 Nazi Officers: Sequel

I was a scout, point man, and forward observer more than any other soldier in my Battalion.

(MOLALLA, OR) - My recent story, COMBAT PRIVATE, THE MOST IMPORANT MAN ON THE BATTLEFIELD, mentioned that I had captured 26 Nazi Officers brought two interesting comments.

The first one asked, “What sort of medal were you awarded? Bronze Star? Silver Star?

Investors Should Avoid Oil and Alternatives

An Interview with Dr. Marc Faber

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - As the world economy teeters on the brink and rising oil prices threaten to de-rail the delicate roots of recovery, legendary investor Dr. Marc Faber gives his views on high gasoline prices, the shale boom, alternative energy, developments in the Middle East and much more.