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295 dogs and cats from war-torn Beirut are now in the United States being treated and awaiting new homes, thanks to the rescue work of Beirut for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (BETA) and the continued care of Best Friends Animal Society.

Why isn't there mention of the Beirut bombing anymore.

Civil divisions in Beirut and government opposition lead to a significant security increase in Beirut, Lebanon.

The sad fact is that war is something which still affects so much of the world

Nothing is as it seems in a photo that plays to prejudices, shows another side of Israeli-Hezbollah war.

Walid Eido, an MP opposed to Syria, was killed Wednesday along with his son and two bodyguards by a car bomb.

While Mandela's biography, Long Walk to Freedom, and Thomas L. Friedman's book, From Beirut to Jerusalem, are compelling works depicting ethnic division, or tribalism, in the midst of Western influence. each is very different from the other.

A Shiite Crescent is forming in the Middle East, stretching from Beirut to Tehran, that is increasingly making Sunni Arab governments nervous about losing their grip on power.

In Auschwitz prisoners are forced to wear the yellow star to set them apart . Sitt Marie Rose, meanwhile, chronicles the fighting between Muslims and Christians in Beirut. Fighting in both books demonstrates how the concept of the other is used to annihilate.

Animals are often forgotten in times of war, but Michael Mountain, President of Best Friends Animal Society speaks to me about his organization's work with BETA, and their work to get nearly 300 Beirut dogs and cats into the U.S., and in good new homes.

New research shows that using lollipops made with lidocaine prevents the need for sedation for nearly all patients when they're having an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.

A summary of Week 4's Nonamer highlights and critical comments

Con la adquisición de BMED en febrero, empresa perteneciente a British Airways, Bmi empezará desde octubre a vender vuelos para 17 nuevas rutas.

Recent allegations of vandalism and looting at a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon have led Amnesty International to call on Prime Minister Fouad Siniora to conduct an investigation.

Entails the story about a young girl who's family's lives were turned upside down with an eventful year of sickness, death and disasters.

Edie Achterman wanted to do something to help pets. In just one year, she and volunteers in Central California have gathered 5,000 blankets and towels for animal shelters and veterinary clinics.

Iran is steadily consolidating its gains and quickly becoming the dominant power in the Middle East.

In 1948, there were five ethnic Arab nations opposed to the creation of Israel as a nation on land which Arabs believe belong to them.

suspect allegedly ran websites containing terrorist materials detailing how to make bombs and poisons in addition to establishing a jihad training camp in Bly, Oregon.

Adam's Balls is now offering a service that allows us to customize our own pong balls. These designs are ten times better than the ones we can make and defiantly make it worth keeping the ball for a much longer time.

The origin of a mainstay of tool of terror use by Islamic Terrorists.

This exercise is aimed at fifth graders. Students should work in groups on the mapping work. The lesson plan is flexible and can be made into as big or small a project as desired.

Interesting that the Crown Prince of Bahrain, the first in the Persian Gulf region to state that Iran nuclear activities not so innocent

A history of Iran. 12 pages.

This e-mail was sent to the White House on Sunday, July 1st

Every day is flush with history. July 29th is certainly no exception.

A village in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley has closed itself off to outsiders after years of conflict.

'It was quite easy. We've shown her a few old devices, which were left here from the time Faisel and the "Inglizi" (the Englishman = Laurence of Arabia) have beaten the Turks, and ended up with the Automan Empire.'

A look at how technology has improved the communication between service men and their families.

Portland Saturday market is fun for all ages and is a place where you can discover the newest artistic master piece while enjoying great music and food!

He is mostly known for being a heart broken sweetheart with fears of acceptance with women. Bobby is of German, Native American, and French decent who enjoys cooking, sports, friends, family, dirt bikes, movies and Beer Pong.

...look at the staggering contrast between what we do to ourselves and what the terrorist have done and think about which one poses more of a risk to the American people.

Now by no means am I marginalizing the loss of life due to terrorism but look at the staggering contrast between what we do to ourselves and what the terrorist have done to us...

Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush's dad sold weapons to the same Iranians that Bush is rattling his sabers against. They also tried to get car bombers released from jail. This is being tough on terror?

Every day is flush with history. August 30th is certainly no exception.

A ten-part article series that covers the events, happenings, and trends of the 1980s.

Information about beer festivals across the nation.

Valentine's Day is peak season for infidelity and extramarital affairs. This campaign, now in it's 5th year, calls attention to a side of Valentine's Day that's rarely talked about. Here's how it started and why Valentine's Day is the best day to catch a cheating mate.

A four-part history of terror groups that made unlikely alliances in their personal war against Western civilization.

A four-part history of terror groups that made unlikely alliances in their personal war against Western civilization.

A four-part history of terror groups that made unlikely alliances in their personal war against Western civilization.

A research paper examining the Israeli perspective on the rise of the conflict, influenced by Zionism, history and ethnicity.

The War on Terror has lasted almost seven years since it began in September of 2001. A swift withdrawal may have its benefits, but it may have devastating effects on Iraq as well as our nation.

This election season differs dramatically from any that came before it. The stakes are higher, the debate is more vibrant, but most importantly, the old mainstream media are no longer in control.

Yankees' scout Bill Emslie had been sent to watch Pittsburgh Pirates' left handed relief pitcher John Grabow, which is not surprising since the Yankees have been seeking a reliable lefty specialist since the departure of Australian Graeme Lloyd almost a decade ago.

A brief look at overseas armed conflicts in the U.S. since the civil war.

Only in the dark room of Jack Dante will you find.......

We enjoyed a special time in Isfahan, Iran, prior to the Islamic Revolution . It was a time when Jews, Iranians, and Christians lived in harmony. We were privileged to spend the evening in the company of all 3 and the most popular female movie star in the country.

One of my many favorite movies from the 1980's! New Beverly Cinema did a midnight showing of this movie, and the fans came out to see Chuck Norris kick some terrorist ass like he never stopped.

Comparing International and Sovereign State's Post-9/11 Definition of Terrorism

The motto of the Israeli Mossad is: By Way of Deception, We Wage War and by way of deception, Israel wages war against the United States.

There are many terror groups to fear in the twenty-first century but some of the old ones are still here ready to kill thousands to make their point.

The Carolinas have the highest concentration of military sites that can be toured by the public.

Treading upon human decency has not escaped the wars of the Middle East, and there can be little support for those who continue to aspire for political gain by exploiting the enemy's moral respect for combatant sacrifice.

Assassinations continue to plague Lebanon. the country has been without a president since November 23, 2007 and civil unrest is growing.

There are many restaurants in Toledo, Ohio. Most restaurants offer a special menu for the vegetarian diners. Below are some great restaurants in the Toledo, Ohio area.

The Palestinian Liberation Organization's massacre of eleven Israeli athletes at the Munich Olympics was the catalyst for Operation Wrath of God...

During the reigns of Abd al-Rahman and his successors, al-Andalus experienced economic revival, population increase, the growth of trade and establishment of new trade routes.

Philip Caputo's memoir, A Rumor of War, details the U.S. soldiers' experiences and the fighting in Vietnam.

Meeting people on the fly is a special art. (Not mean to be take seriously)

The line up has been announced for the 2008 Sasquatch Music Festival and this year's bands are looking good.

To hear some tell it, the very thought of more progressive leadership style will bring economic and social disaster. If that's true, why are the cities that are very open about being progressive better places to live?

A review of the hottest clubbing spots to visit in Abu Dhabi.

The United States welcomes the recent death of "terrorist" Imad Mughniyeh, who died in a car bombing in Syria on Tuesday.

While hard-line conservatives often refer to Reagan as the founder of their movement, a look at the Gipper's record tells another story.

Multilingual ring songs embody the flexible and changing relationships between Arabic, Hebrew, Romance, and Mozarabic.

A look at the interesting life of Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor and King of Sicily, Cyprus, and Jerusalem. This paper focuses on his curious Crusade into the Holy Land and his controversial recovery of Jerusalem.

Since 911 both the U. S. and U.K. has had its share of citizens committing acts of violence against our nations. In the case of England in early 2006 English citizens committed an unspeakable act of terrorism when they bombed the transportation system.

"Yesterday, ladies and gentlemen, from this rostrum, the president of the United States, the gentleman to whom I refer as the devil, came here, talking as if he owned the world. Truly. As the owner of the world." -Chavez

By criticizing President Bush over the hunt for Bin Laden, and by calling for the withdrawal of troops from Iraq, the Democrats demonstrate that they don't understand the purpose of the war on terror or the battles that must be fought.

As Israel and Europe call on Turkey to send peacekeeping troops to Lebanon, Turkey must weigh in whether or not they can support this demand.

Abandoning the concept of total war, Israel fought a minimalist campaign that resulted in a draw with Hezbollah, changing the geopolitical reality in the region.

Progressives, Leftists and Liberals have all seen this before, in 1940

If you don't know who Galloway is, just type his name on any video search such as �YouTube' and view his video. He claims the terrorist group Hezbollah has the right to terrorize and thus that it is Israel who is the terrorist. Check out his 5 fallacies.

A short history of the Democratic reaction to the Sandinista takeover of Nicaragua.

How does history judge John Kerry?

Three months after Security Council Resolution 1701, there has been no measurable progress on the demands issued by the United Nations. While Israel has essentially fulfilled its obligations, Lebanon, Hezbollah, and the UN continue to fall short.

John Lennon, murdered 27 years ago today, was the iconic revolutionary of our generation, the artist who dared to stand up against authority and demand peace, not war. Yet it is ironic how he was violently killed by a bullet.

This article will help you set up your own table, be prepared for games in general, and maybe improve your gameplay overall.

News of the war in Lebanon stimulates memories of good times, good friends, good experiences traveling to the many historical sites in Lebanon. Will the country bounce back as it did after their civil war?

I had fled from Lebanon in 1989 when the war had become unbearable. Now living in the U.S., I had gone to visit family and friends. One week into my vacation, the airport was bombed and a war between Hezbollah and Israel was started forcing me to leave.

Terrorists. Freedom fighters. Militia. Authorized resistance force. Political party. Social services providers. Media operators. Hizballah is all of these things and more, depending on who in the world you are talking to.

The college party is alluring because it's crazy and fun and free of rules. Too many partiers, though, get so wrapped up in the partying itself that they can't even be considered social drinkers.

This research paper takes a look throughout history to early terrorists to modern day jihadists. It also explains the different types of terrorism used throughout the world today.

The evolving changes of law enforcement have brought forth preventative measures which strive for the protection of the American people. With the belief that we are entitled to justice we must decide what price we are willing to pay.

Mother Theresa was a charity worker who became an international celebrity. Her work with the dying and indigent in the streets of Calcutta won her a Noble Prize and the respect of the world. This is her story.

Upstate New York is justifiably famous for its beauty and history. Among the many historical homes in the area, Olana is one of the most spectacular in terms of its unique design and panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River.

With blogs now becoming news media's competition, many look to them for their daily fix of news and opinions. Here are my favourite news and opinion blogs.

I was a young soldier and world traveler in 1966. I visited Syria, Jordan,
Lebanon and Israel. The same attitudes I discovered then are the same ones
that exist now among most non-Israeli Arabs and Israels and Arab Israelis.

In relative historical terms, Israel is not using "disproportionate force" any more than other powerful nations have.

What has become of the doctrine of Christ in American Fundamentalism?

Whether he is battling demons in Constantine, romancing across the years in The Lake House or rotoscoped as an undercover cop in A Scanner Darkly, Keanu Reeves is an actor who, maybe unlike any other, really divides film fans.

What were the lebanese people thinking when they embraced Hezbollah and allowed them to build concrete bunkers in homes all over the country with rocket launchers aimed at Israel?

Americans have come to expect their government to provide for them instead of providing for themselves. The entitlement mentality threatens to undermine core American principles.

The following article looks at the life of Saddam Hussein from when he was born in a poor village to becoming the most powerful man in Iraq. All things come to and end and sadly, its not a happy ending for Saddam.