North Korea’s rising tensions: Wikinews interviews Scott Snyder and Dr Robert Kelly
Thursday, April 4, 2013 In recent days, North Korea has been issuing threats of war to neighbouring South Korea and the United States. There has been an increase in tensions as well as the decision to close off the Kaesong Industrial Park to South Korean workers. Wikinews interviewed Dr. RobertContinue Reading
Congressman Cunningham admits taking bribes
Monday, November 28, 2005 U.S. Representative Randy “Duke” Cunningham (R–CA) pled guilty today to conspiring to take bribes in exchange for using his influence as a member of the House Appropriations Committee to help a defense contractor get business. In total he pled guilty to one count of income taxContinue Reading
Finding The Best 24 Hour Vet For Your Pet
Here’s An Opinion On: Marc Ching byadmin If your dog or cat has been injured, you will want to seek out emergency services immediately. Since you can’t take them to a regular veterinarian after hours, it helps to know a 24 hour vet in the area who you can trustContinue Reading
Zara Kay tells Wikinews about her non-profit organisation Faithless Hijabi
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Airplane in Nigeria crashes during mock rescue exercise
Saturday, March 13, 2010 A Nigerian airplane crashed in the city of Port Harcourt yesterday, resulting in several minor injuries. The plane was supposed to be taking part in a mock rescue exercise, and was carrying 30 members from the National Emergency Management Agency and other emergency workers, when itContinue Reading
Beef Steak How To Choose The Best Cut
Here’s An Opinion On: Restaurant Takeaway Menu Toronto Beef Steak – How To Choose The Best Cut by Allens of Mayfair Fillet Steak [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0Z1EaFFICI[/youtube] Fillet steak is the most tender and lean steak, taken from the Beef Fillet, or Tenderloin. It is in the centre of the Sirloin, and isContinue Reading
Former Bosnian president arrested in London
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 Former Bosnian president Dr. Ejup Gani? was arrested by the Metropolitan Police at Heathrow Airport, London on Monday. He was attempting to leave the United Kingdom when authorities apprehended him. Gani? was arrested on an extradition warrant issued by the Serbian government for alleged warcrimes heContinue Reading
Wikinews Shorts: March 7, 2007
A compilation of brief news reports for Wednesday, March 7, 2007. The European Union has banned the 35 planes in the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) 45 aircraft fleet from flying in EU airspace. The reason provided by EU was that these plans do not fulfill the safety requirement for international planesContinue Reading
‘Astonishing’ figures show 800 Scottish NHS staff earning over £140,000
Sunday, November 28, 2010 In tough financial times we need to make sure that our focus is on patient care and every penny is spent in the most efficient way. Over 800 National Health Service staff in Scotland are earning more than £140,000 each year—more than First Minister Alex Salmond.Continue Reading
Tips For Losing Weight After Pregnancy
Here’s An Opinion On: Lap Band Cost Los Angeles Ca By Chris Johansen Pregnancy is a wonderful journey for the parents and the whole family. It is fulfilling to know that you created and nursed new life inside of you. However, after the baby is born, most women are leftContinue Reading