13 May 2008
Stories from 13 May 2008
Morocco, Israel, and Palestine: A Unique History
Since the Nakba and Israel's claim of independence 60 years ago, Israel and Morocco have had an interesting relationship. Prior to the creation of an Israeli state, Morocco had a large, if not thriving, Jewish population. Here's what a few Moroccan bloggers have to say on this, the 60th anniversary of Israeli independence.
Malawi: Several arrested over allegations to remove president
It has been reported that several senior security and opposition political officials have been arrested in Malawi on allegations of coup plot. Malawian journalist and blogger Kondwani Munthali says that...
China: “Strolling” for the Environment
Earlier this month, before an earthquake killed thousands, about 400 to 500 people in Chengdu, China took to the streets to protest the construction of a proposed petrochemical plant, calling...
Kyrgyzstan: A Slow Time
The May month traditionally comes to Kyrgyzstan with the holiday days. 1st May is the Labor Day, 5th May is the Constitution’s Day and on 9th May Kyrgyzstan celebrates Victory’s...
Korea: Youth hold Candlelight Vigils against US Beef Imports
Fears of mad cow disease, have led to anger over a new deal to import U.S. beef to Korea. Young people have been holding candlelight vigils for 2 weeks. An online signature-seeking campaign to impeach the president in response to several new policies has received 1.2 million signatures and the number is rapidly increasing.
Palestine: Blogging for Palestine on May 15th
May 15, 2008 marks the sixtieth anniversary of the Nakba or commemoration of the displacement of Palestinians from what is now Israel. Of course, for Israelis the date signifies the 60th anniversary of their country's independence. And for bloggers, May 15 signifies Palestine Day.































I do not support capital punishment, in this instance there have no other alternative. What these killers have done is...