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...Another heinous act of terrorism has been committed in India. A great tragedy, apart from the loss of a large number of innocent lives, was the killing of the chief of the local Anti-Terrorism Squad, Hemant Karkare. He had been leading investigations into earlier bomb blasts that had uncovered evidence suggesting the complicity of Hindu extremists, including politicians and a serving Army officer. His investigation, which had given a new twist to the discourse on terrorism in India, is another casualty. T. Maryam, New Delhi...
...Mumbai Attacks Another heinous act of terrorism has been committed in India [The World, Dec. 8]. It is disgusting to observe that our political leaders, instead of rising above political lines in the fight against this common evil and cooperating in the investigations, indulge in political oneupmanship with an eye on the forthcoming elections. A great tragedy, apart from the loss of a large number of innocent lives, is the killing of the chief of the Anti-Terrorism Squad, Hemant Karkare. He was heading up the investigations into earlier bomb blasts and had started to reveal some startling information...
...Bush years have been pretty heinous on all counts. And though they composed the bulk of my formative years, I still have a few foggy memories of a brighter time in history. I think we’re all looking forward to getting back there. Here are just a few reasons why: 5. The Clintons: No elaboration really necessary; Bill and Hil are back and this time they’ve got nothing to lose. 4. The Economy...Psych! 3. No Doubt: Getting back together. 2. SNL: Seems like it is sucking less now, either because there?...
...based in Australia, home to the Melaleuca plant from which tea tree oil is derived - has a collection of antifungal products, including a deodorizing, talc-free foot powder, as well as a spray. Powders are messy but necessary for serious offenses; the spray is a better alternative for less heinous stink, whether it's from shoes or feet. The products' aroma is pretty subdued for containing tea tree oil (akin to a sweeter version of Listerine) - an acquired smell, but definitely a foot-stench stomper. Price: about $5.50 for powder; about $3.70 for spray. Read more Checkpoints here...
...Afghan government to consider reconciliation talks with moderate members of the insurgent group. Wednesday's bombing, however, may serve to dampen public enthusiasm for such talks. President Karzai, who was on his way to Turkey to attend the World Economic Forum on Europe and Asia, called the attack "heinous," saying "Our enemies are trying to undermine the recent efforts by the government for a peaceful solution to end the violence...