Thailand Crack Down on Border Runs - The Clock Starts Now

Many have abused the system for years. Those with out proper visas would do border runs in order to stay in Thailand, some of them for years. Another new, but more sinister reason, was the arrest of John Kerr, the self confessed American murderer of Jon Bennet Ramsey, which ironically turns out later to be a hoax, was the final straw, causing the Thais immigration to lose face, as they failed in protecting the Thai people from foreign pedophiles and murders

Technologically Man is a Giant, Morally a Pygmy

Technologically man has made tremendous advancements. From humble beginnings last century with the Industrial Revolution we have come to the stage where we have invented and built so many gadgets that our very existence is threatened by them, like the atomic bomb. We cannot deny that technology has improved the quality of our lives immeasurably.

Operation Christmas Child

Have you heard about the Operation Christmas Child Shoe box appeal? Many children around the world wont receive a Christmas present this year. The shoe box appeal hope to change this, with the help from people like you. Find out how you can get stuck in, help out and make a difference. After all, it is the season of good will and giving!

In Lieu of US Ban on Online Gaming Transactions, Trinidad & Tobago moves to Ban all Gambling

The Caribbean twin island state of Trinidad and Tobago is about to ban online and land-based gambling and has already banned casino slot machines with almost immediate effect after Prime Minister Patrick Manning said that they encouraged vice. Mr. Manning said at his recent budget proposal speech that gaming activities are a 'great concern' to the country. He announced that he would also discontinue the Republic's national lottery and declared that slot machines and casinos were illegal.

Less Known Amish Trivia

With the Amish are back in the news, here is some information you probably did not know about this peace-loving and unbelievably simple community. They set an example to the rest of the world when it comes to forgiveness and brotherhood.

Definitions of Ghetto and Urban Villages

The terms ghetto, slum, commune, and urban village have frequently been used inter changeably in the creative writing on the isolation of itinerant groups within the town district. It is usually acknowledged though that the ghetto is actually its very own occurrence which is essentially dissimilar in its arrangement, configuration and purpose. In terms of this article I hope to categorize and give explanation for the differences between the ghetto and other expressions for spatial developments of segregated settlers.

Trends - Philanthropy

Once there was a man who discovered - what now is called the 80-20-rule ... Bill & Melinda Gates foundation was created in 2000 ... Now, six years later, philanthropy is big business as a British channel (4) starts a reality show where millionaires are to ...

The Nobel Prize for Literature 2006 - Politics as Usual?

Bittersweet Award... Did Turkish novelist Orhan Pamuk win the 2006 Nobel Prize for his literary telent? Or for his just-in-time politically-correct self-promotion campaign?

Study Determines that American Muslims are Succeeding

CAIR-Counsel of Arab and Islamic Relations conducted an in-depth study on American Muslims and their participation in American society. Even though American Muslims are a minority within the country their basic values of political participation, economic success and value-filled living show that they are full-fledged members of society even if their fellow citizens don’t agree. By understanding where the American Muslim community is it is easier to understand where they need to go.

Be An Island

We've lost much of ourselves in our current culture. Nothing is held back; nothing is considered private or personal. Everyone must be made partner to one's slightest emotional sensation. Others are obliged to be participants, to be voyeurs of the desires and despairs of those around them.

Bhutanese Refugees in Nepal

Between 1989 and 1993 more than 95,000 Lhotshampas (Bhutanese Nepali-speaking Hindus of Nepali origin who live(d) in the southern plains of Bhutan), nearly a sixth of the kingdom's total population of approximately 600,000 have been forced to leave or forcibly evicted from the country by the Bhutanese Government.

The Dubious Immorality of Online Gambling

The US stance on online gambling is a smokescreen. The real reason the legislation was passed was to give control of US gambling back to the established land-based casinos.

The Tradition of Stepping is often Displayed in Music Videos

The tradition of stepping has been popularized by Black fraternities and sororities and combines different elements of dance, singing, and rhythm. As a result of the coordination and skills of the step show performers, the art form can be found in several music videos.

Why We Need A Culture of Preparedness

How fast will help come when we need it ? How badly do we need to make sure our homes and families are prepared ?

Behind The Scenes Of Specialized Literature

Cheaper foreign editions can save you a lot of money !