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Police Kill 34 Miners; Then Charge The Rest of the Miners With Their Murders

On August 16th, 34 miners were killed by South African police close to Johannesburg. The miners were on strike and protesting low wages. Now, 270 miners are being charged with the murders that were committed by the South African police. To protest low wages and watch your fellow miners gunned down for doing so is bad enough. But to then be charged by the very law enforcement who is to blame for the murders is a disgrace to the human race. South African leaders should be ashamed and something must be done to protect these miners.

Video of the 34 miners being shot down by police:

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Gambian President: "Kill All Death Row Inmates By Mid-September"

  "By the middle of next month (September), all the death sentences will have been carried out to the letter," was a statement given by Gambian president Yahya Jammeh. Gambia is a small country in west Africa. According to Gambia's interior ministry and Amnesty International, nine of these inmates were killed by firing squad on Sunday.

Ex-Navy Seal-"Bin Laden Was Unarmed"

                                Photo Courtesy of deccanchronicle.com

A former Navy Seal who was apart of the group that went into Pakistan after bin Laden states that he was, in fact, already shot in the head when they made it to the room he was in. Accounts from the White House first insisted that the Seals were in some sort of combat with bin Laden. That statement was then changed to say that there was no firefight, but that bin Laden was armed during the raid.

Well, the Navy Seal states that none of this is true.

Riots Hit Kenya After Muslim Leader Killed

                                Photo Courtesy of waryatv.com

Riots broke out in Kenya after a Muslim leader was killed in Mombasa. Aboud Rogo was suspected of aiding a Somali group affiliated with Al Qaeda and was shot dead in a car he was in. Muslims in Kenya are pointing the blame at police and have been rioting since the shooting. So far two police officers and one civilian are dead due to the riots, according to Reuters. Civilians in the area are fearful that the tensions may bring Muslims against Christians in the area and that the violence seen may worsen.

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Self-Immolation: Tibetans Setting Themselves On Fire In China

According to Guardian news, there have been at least 40 Tibetans that have set themselves on fire in China since March 2011. This practice is called self-immolation and is in protest of policies that have been put into law by China's government which has a history of strict rule over Tibet. Many who do this are nuns and Buddhist monks in search of more religious freedom.The act of self-immolation seems to date back to the 1600s.

To protest in such a painful way signifies how badly these people desire more freedom for their people as a whole. Very sad.

This link allows you to click on each picture and gives you the stories of each person:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/interactive/2012/mar/07/self-immolation-tibet-china-interactive


Photo courtesy of bloggingblue.com

'Saving Face'-Documentary on Acid Attacks in Pakistan

 I noticed a lot of people were interested in the post on acid attacks. This documentary, "Saving Face," takes you to Pakistan where women tell you their stories and what they've endured. Great documentary.

Here's a preview from Youtube:

Afghanistan: 17 People Beheaded For Going To A Party

The Taliban beheaded 17 people for attending a party where there was music and dancing in the southern part of Afghanistan on Sunday night. Their bodies were found on the side of the road. This may seem extreme, but the Taliban adhere to a very strict form of Islam that does not allow for this type of behavior. When the Taliban did rule, most music was outlawed and attending a dance party was risking your life. Freedom in this region comes at a stiff price; something that drastically needs to change to ensure the safety of civilians.

Photo courtesy of middleeast.about.com

What's really going on in Syria (Picture/Video)

Much of the world is oblivious as to what's actually taking place in Syria right now. The country is war-torn and the civilians are effected the most. Many are being killed everyday, including children. Al-Jazeera is reporting that a massacre recently took place in which more than 200 bodies have been found, (some outlets are reporting 300 bodies). The Syrian Army is accusing the government of conducting "house-to-house raids," going inside mosques and killing people left and right, execution style.

Video courtesy of Al-Jazeera:

S. Illinois Teenager Held Hostage For 3 Years; Mother & Son Charged

  At age 15, a teenage girl was abducted and held for three years right outside of East St. Louis in Washington Park. The girl became pregnant by the man who held her captive and gave birth to a son, now two,  while in the home. A woman and her son have been arrested and charged. The girl, now 19, is not being named but she managed to get away from the house and contacted the police.

Owida Johnson and Steven Elliot Johnson, 25, are facing numerous felony charges for the girl's abduction.

Photo courtesy of www.kentucky.com

Woman Killed By Ex-Husband-Wasn't Found For Two Days

A Dallas woman was being attacked by an ex-husband and called 911. This was not the first time Deanna Cook was attacked by Delvecchio Patrick , but it would be her last.

Christians Killed By Crucifixion In Egypt; Why Is The Rest Of The World Silent?

Egyptian Christians, known as Copts, are living their lives in fear and many are fleeing the country as jihad organizations are vowing to wipe out the entire Christian population of Egypt if they do not convert to Islam. These organization are handing out pamphlets that state their intentions; and are even offering money to those who kill or hurt the "enemies of Allah," (referring to Christians). They have already begun to do so as there have been reports of Christians being crucified in public areas in Egypt. Also, these groups are said to be going into Christian homes and killing entire families; including children. The same persecution of Christians is happening in Nigeria and other Islam-dominated areas of the world. In some parts, Christians are being murdered for public worship or converting to Christianity from Islam. Why is the rest of the world being silent?

The love of this world is truly growing cold. My heart goes out to each and every person in Egypt that is affected by this violence.

                           Christian man praying in the streets of Egypt.

34 Miners Shot Down By South African Police (Video)

On August 16th, 34 miners were shot down by South African police. The miners were on strike at the time. They were angry and protesting the low wages they receive. Days before they were gunned down, two police officers were hacked to death by protesting miners. The president, Jacob Zuma, called the shootings tragic and announced a week of mourning for the victims.

Second Class Citizens: No Driving For Women In Saudia Arabia

Saudia Arabia is the only country in the world where women cannot drive cars. There is no law specifying that women cannot legally drive, however they are usually jailed or heavily fined for getting behind the wheel. The rights of women are severely restricted as the written permission of a male guardian, such as a father or son, is required to do things such as work, travel, and marry. In fact, women cannot vote or even request a divorce.

Are We On A Countdown To War With Iran?

It is not uncommon to read a news article that bears the heading, "Are we on the brink of war?"

As tensions grow among governments of Israel, Iran, and the United State's over Iran's nuclear capabilites, an upcoming war seems inevitable.

Brandon Raub: Retired Marine Detained For Facebook Posts About Government

Retired marine Brandon J Raub, who served in both Iraq and Afghanistan, was detained on August 16th in the United States. The FBI and Chesterfield Police Department in Virginia went to Raub's home after he posted various messages to his facebook page. After questioning Raub as to why he made the facebook posts, the FBI and Chesterfield Police Department took him to a mental facility where is being held until he goes before a judge on Monday, August 20th. Raub's family stated after his arrest that he is of sound mind, does not have PTSD, and is only expressing his opinion of the U.S government.

This case certainly brings up the issue of free speech and how it will effect citizens in the future.

Among other things on his facebook page, Raub stated the 9/11 attacks were orchestrated by the U.S government.

Raub posted on August 12th:
"There has been an overwhelming amount of evil enacted and planned against you, your children, and your countrymen. It is great in scope. Your government evil. It is as simple as that. And the calvary is coming."

Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/brandon-raub-marine-911-detained-2012-8#ixzz243lWpimp

Here is a full-length article about the story:
http://www.businessinsider.com/brandon-raub-marine-911-detained-2012-8

Here is the link to Brandon J Raub's facebook page where you can see his posts yourself:
https://www.facebook.com/brandon.raub?sk=wall



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Hunger Knows No Race Or Gender

It is estimated that there are currently 925 million people battling world hunger; that is 1 out of every 7 people in the world, (worldhunger.org). Truly, hunger knows no race or gender. We have iPads and the newest technology, yet every 3.6 seconds someone in this world dies from hunger. How is that so? How can this be okay in a world with so many resources and technological capabilities? Surely we can afford to feed the people of this world. Surely we can afford to go without an iPhone 5 or the newest clothing items in order to save a human life. Change starts with each and every one of us. We must make an effort to be aware and compassionate for the sake of human life.

Faces of Violence: Acid Attacks

Photos courtesy of Huffington Post

In the Middle East, the prevalence of acid attacks on women is widespread and very common. According to CNN, there were some 185 attacks on women and girls in Afghanistan just last year in protest of their desire for education.

Family Honor: A Look at Honor Killings

After beheading his own daughter with a sword in mid June, Ogad Singh paraded around his village in Rajasthan, India with her head. With the sword in one hand and her head in the other, Singh walked into the local police station and said he was not sorry for his actions. Why, you ask? She eloped with a man two weeks prior, and Singh needed to restore his family's honor. In this village, his daughter's actions are looked upon as shameful.

Unfortunately, these crimes are not unheard of. According to the United Nations, an average of 13 women a day are victims of honor-related killings all across the world.

Here is a video detailing the shocking crimes.

Texas A&M Campus Shooting--Monday Morning

Several people shot within a couple of blocks of Texas A&M University's campus, including a police officer(s), according to CNN News.   A suspect is in custody, however the status of those shot is unknown.


Update: 2:55 p.m- One police officer dead, five other people wounded. (Yahoo News)



Photo courtesy of stateuniversity.com

State Of Texas Executes Man With 61 IQ

Late Tuesday night in Huntsville, Texas, all that was left of Marvin Wilson was the story he left behind. Wilson was executed although he was mentally retarded. As long as we stand by and do nothing, there will be many more "Marvin Wilson's." More on the story after the jump.

Quick Facts About Paul Ryan

Mitt Romney announced his running mate will be Paul Ryan, a congressman from Wisconsin. Thought about voting for Romney? Barack Obama tweeted, on Saturday, some things you should know about Romney's running mate.

https://twitter.com/BarackObama/status/234303718965776385/photo/1

The Race For Humanity

What's in the news? Economic collapse. Unemployment. Famine. Homelessness and poverty. Senseless killings, such as the recent Colorado massacre. Police brutality towards defenseless women, infants, and men, such as what we've seen happen in Anaheim, California. "Zombie attacks." What is being glorified by the music industry? Drug addiction, murder, risky sex, and financial gain. But it's all okay, you know why? In exchange, we are given reality television, Facebook, awards shows, and any other form of entertainment that comes to mind that is directed towards the masses. What is wrong with this picture is that we as a people have become too distracted, unaware, and disconnected from these world events and have stopped asking questions. We have picked up our Ipads, logged onto social media, and agreed to turn a deaf ear on the tragedies that are occuring around us. We have become a society that has placed more concern on self and financial gain rather than on our purpose in life and the people around us.The greatest mistake that we can make is to refuse to think. Yes, this will be our ultimate downfall if we stand by and do nothing instead of taking action for the sake of humanity. We're waiting on the world to change, but change starts with self. Turn off your televisions, spend more time with your loved ones, use social media for a cause, and ask questions. Let's create change.