Archive for November, 2006

November 29, 2006

Radiation Found On Two British Airways 767s

Officials investigating the radiation poisoning of former spy Alexander Litvinenko have found traces of radiation on two British Airways 767s, both planes had flights to and from Moscow:

Telegraph—Traces of radiation have been discovered on two British Airways planes at Heathrow Airport by police investigating the poisoning of a former KGB agent.
The airliner revealed this evening [...]

Australian Blackhawk Helicopter Crashes Into Sea

An Australian Blackhawk helicopter crashed while trying to land on the HMAS Kanimbla and quickly sank in deep ocean waters. One crewmember is dead and one is missing. Ten were rescued.
Keep’em in your prayers.
Source: The Age

November 27, 2006

USAF F-16 Crashes In Iraq

A U.S. Air Force F-16 has crashed in Iraq. The fate of the pilot is not known at this time:

USAF—A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon engaged in support of coalition ground combat operations crashed approximately 20 miles northwest of Baghdad Nov. 27 at about 1:35 p.m. Baghdad time with one pilot on board.

 
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November 24, 2006

Radioactive Isotope Found In Body Of Former Russian Spy

Polonium-210 has been found in the body of former Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko:

MET—Detectives investigating the death of Alexander Litvinenko have been told that the radioactive substance Polonium-210 has been found in his body.
The material was identified following extensive tests by forensic toxicologists.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Peter Clarke, head of the Counter Terrorism Command , [...]

Pope To Skip Showing Of Nativity Movie

Just read that the Pope will not be attending a showing of the “Nativity” movie at the Vatican. It seems that the young, unmarried actress who protrays the Virgin Mary, actually was pregnant during the filming of the movie. And it’s said the Vatican was “Embarrassed” by the news.
It just feels blasphemous, that a [...]

Specatacle of Lights On Avenues of the Americas At Disney-MGM Studios

Sylvania has partnered with Disney this year to enhance the Spectacle of Lights display by choreographing the lights to swirl, twirl and soar to a medley of holiday music:

Medialink—You know the holiday season is here when the Avenues of the Americas at Disney-MGM Studios sparkle with five million holiday lights. This year, the much-loved tradition [...]

Happy Slapping A Disabled Child

Liverpool ECHO is reporting today on a barbaric attack upon a disabled boy. Christopher Kingsbury was victimized by the “Happy Slapping” attack sometime in October. Liverpool ECHO has obtained the shocking, heartbreaking video from the boy’s mother:

Liverpool ECHO—A DISABLED schoolboy was pushed and kicked by two laughing classmates who filmed the attack on [...]

November 23, 2006

Concerns Over Military Use Of NovoSeven Blood Coagulant

Dr. Mercola discusses concerns over military use of NovoSeven, a blood coagulant:

Dr. Mercola—Despite wonderful advances like the natural blood clotting bandage made with shrimp shells for soldiers fighting in Iraq, the U.S. Military is playing a dangerous game with the health of our most seriously wounded troops, according to this awesome series of articles in [...]

Dr. Mercola: Thanksgiving Reflections

Dr. Joseph Mercola says in his video update, “I am so appreciative for the opportunity to live in freedom.” Watch the video:

November 22, 2006

George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation

This transcript of George Washington’s Thanksgiving proclamation is available courtesy of the Papers of George Washington at the University of Virginia:

By the President of the United States of America. a Proclamation.
Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his [...]