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Archive for March, 2012
Gay Marriage
“The state does not ‘own’ the institution of marriage. Nor does the church. The honourable estate of matrimony precedes both the state and the church, and neither of these institutions have the right to redefine it in such a fundamental way. If marriage is redefined, those who believe in t[...]
March 20th, 2012 - 6:19 am § in Jews
Iranians and Israelis Love Each Other on Facebook
(from Zion Square) “We love you too.” –An Iranian responding to an Israeli couple’s “Iranians We love you, We don’t want to bomb you” Facebook campaign.** Israel: Palestinian economy not stable enough for independent state – Government report obtained [...]
March 19th, 2012 - 10:28 am § in Misc.
Is the PC Past?
Former Microsoft exec Ozzie: ‘Of course we’re in a post-PC world’ SEATTLE–Microsoft fights the notion that the world has entered the “post-PC era,” opting instead for the more Windows-friendly “PC-plus” phrasing. But Ray Ozzie, Microsoft&[...]
March 19th, 2012 - 7:23 am § in Misc.
End of Road for Santorum Tomorrow?
Poll finds Romney up 15 points, headed for Illinois ‘blowout’ win By Daniel Strauss – 03/19/12 07:47 AM ET The Hill A new poll says Mitt Romney is “headed for a blowout victory” in the Illinois primary on Tuesday. According to a Public Policy Polling (PPP) survey releas[...]
March 19th, 2012 - 7:15 am § in Misc.
North Korea … Apple Logo?
Recent image from The Ave’s North Korean correspondent.[...]
Breaking News: China Rattles its Sword
China will further intensify regular patrols of its sea territory to protect the country’s maritime interests and rights, a senior maritime patrol official said Monday. “The patrols are part of our long-term, important responsibility,” said Wu Ping, deputy head of China Marine Surv[...]
China Attacks Apple for Piracy
BEIJING, March 18 (Xinhua) — A group of Chinese writers have filed a claim against Apple, alleging that the company’s App Store sells unlicensed copies of their books and seeking 50 million yuan (7.9 million U.S. dollars) in compensation. The claim, filed on behalf of 22 famous writers, [...]
March 18th, 2012 - 9:28 am § in Misc.
The AVE Challenge: Who is that next to the lone ranger?
A. Tonto’s father B. The gay partner who caused the ranger to go into the closet. C. Kemo Sabe and friend. D. Johny Depp E. Tom Cruise[...]
March 18th, 2012 - 7:34 am § in Misc.
Sunday Revelations: A parable for Easter
Death of Joeb When Joeb Deckley lived, he knew he wouild one day go on to a great reward. As a soldier in the Savior’s Army, Captain Deckley had been as successful as he had in his marriage, in having wonderful children, and in pursuing a career in the cell phone indus[...]