Dewani appeals to UK court to block extradition to South Africa
Johannesburg – Honeymoon murder suspect Shrien Dewani’s lawyers have appealed to the UK judges to block his extradition to South Africa until he is fit to stand trial. The appeal addressed two key issues that whether a person who is unfit to plead is “an accused” and whether... read more »
3rd national moratorium on porn filming lifted
Washington – The Free Speech Coalition, who had recently suspended the filming of X-rated flicks after a performer was tested positive for HIV, has lifted the third national moratorium. The advocacy group for the adult film industry, which keeps a check on porn stars for STDs, said that it is... read more »
Honeymoon murder victim` Anni Dewani’s father slams UK legal system
London – Honeymoon murder victim Anni Dewani’s father has slammed the Britain’s legal system for not being able to punish her culprit husband, who is enjoying his life as he avoids facing trial for her death. Vinod Hindocha lashed out after a court again failed to reach a decision over... read more »
Majority of people don’t lie as frequently as you think
Washington – Researchers from the University of Amsterdam and Ben-Gurion University have found that while some people lie a lot, many people are honest most of the time and many are even honest about their lying. Researchers Rony Halevy, Bruno Verschuere and Shaul Shalvi surveyed 527 people... read more »
Smoking after cancer diagnosis ups death risk: study
Washington – Men who continue to smoke after being diagnosed with cancer have an increased risk of death compared with those who quit smoking, US researchers said. The new research,... read more »
Shutdown continues in Seemandhra for second day
Hyderabad – Shutdown continued for the second day Saturday in Rayalaseema and coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh against the central government’s decision to bifurcate the state... read more »
Tejpal case: Shoma Chaudhury to record statement
Panaji – Former managing editor of Tehelka Shoma Chaudhury arrived at a Goa court Saturday to record her statement in the alleged rape case filed against the news weekly’s... read more »
Oct 31 is World Cities Day: UN General Assembly
United Nations – A UN General Assembly committee adopted a resolution on human settlement Friday, designating Oct 31 as the World Cities Day. The General Assembly “decides to... read more »
Nelson Mandela’s funeral to be held Dec 15
Johannesburg – The South African government announced Fri! day that the country’s former president Nelson Mandela’s funeral will be held Dec 15. The decision came after President... read more »
