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Saturday, March 15, 2008
The Internet group Anonymous today held further protests critical of the Church of Scientology.
The global protests started in Australia where several hundred protesters gathered at different locations for peaceful protests.
In a global speech, the Internet protest movement said Scientology “betrayed the trust of its members, [had] taken their money, their rights, and at times their very lives.” The protesters welcomed the public interest their protests have led to, and claimed they witnessed “an unprecedented flood of Scientologists [joining] us across the world to testify about these abuses.” The group said it would continue with monthly actions.
In a press statement from its European headquarters, Scientology accused the anonymous protesters of “hate speech and hate crimes”, alleging that security measures were necessary because of death threats and bomb threats. This also makes the Church want to “identify members” of the group it brands as “cyber-terrorists”.
Wikinews had correspondents in a number of protest locations to report on the events.
Anonymous states that the next protest is scheduled to take place on April 18, which happens to be the birthday of Suri, the daughter of Tom and Katie Cruise.
Today, the internet industry is getting viral these days and most of the businesses have shifted their plans over here, therefore, the birth of market speculation created a state of Chaos for readers, users, business entrepreneurs, vendors, investors, and others.
Now it has become an insignificant war today, if you want to grab more sales, you can get paid views, social media campaigns and other associated services offered by several networking agencies, but the problem still lies beneath the ocean, how can we decide which is the best for what? Here the role of writers begins, now the writing industry is the most specialized industry giving a new face to the entire internet where the internet is overloaded with repeated information, yes, repeated information. Luckily, I got an offer fromaccidentally applying when I was searching for the job. You know how it is difficult for a job seeker to find the best available job online, this decision took 15 hours of painful brainstorming as I was waiting for the reply.
It has paid me when I started working on the first task, regardless of average stuff and repeated writing pattern, I got the attention of the search engine and my pages were ranked better.
I then switched to polish my skills and start reading the articles, it dynamically changed my thinking attitude, it’s what everyone must try. Actually it is not about writing, it is all about your thinking pattern. I feel blessed today that my decision was right.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
In February 2017, the Iranian Chess Federation announced two teenage chess players, Dorsa Derakhshani and her younger brother Borna Derakhshani, were banned from representing the national team. The federation announced their decision although Dorsa Derakhshani had previously decided and informed the chess federation she did not wish to play for Iran.
Dorsa Derakhshani is currently 21 years old and holds the International Master (IM) as well as Woman Grand Master (WGM) titles. Her brother, Borna, plays for the English Federation and holds the FIDE Master title.
Dorsa Derakhshani was banned since she did not wear a hijab, an Islamic headscarf, while competing at the Tradewise Gibraltar Chess Festival in January 2017. Under the laws of Islamic Republic of Iran, hijab is a mandatory dress code. Her brother Borna Deraskhsani was banned for playing against Israeli Grand Master (GM) Alexander Huzman at the same tournament. Iran does not recognise the existence of Israel, and previously, Irani athletes have avoided playing against Israeli athletes.
Mehrdad Pahlavanzadeh, the president of the country’s chess federation, explained the decision to ban the players saying, “As a first step, these two will be denied entry to all tournaments taking place in Iran and in the name of Iran, they will no longer be allowed the opportunity to be present on the national team.” ((fa))Farsi language: ?????? ????? ?? ??? ??? ?? ??? ????? ?? ?? ???? ???????? ?? ?? ????? ? ?? ??? ????? ?????? ??????? ????? ??????? ? ???? ???? ???? ?? ??? ??? ?? ??????? ????. He further stated, “Unfortunately, something that should not have happened has happened and our national interest is paramount and we have reported this position to the Ministry of Sports.” ((fa))Farsi language: ????????? ?????? ?? ????? ????????? ?????? ??? ? ????? ??? ?? ?? ?? ???? ?????? ???? ? ?? ??? ???? ?? ?? ????? ???? ?? ????? ?????.
IM Dorsa Derakhshani, who currently studies at Saint Louis University in the United States and plays for the United States Chess Federation, discussed her chess career, time in Iran and the 2017 controversy, and her life in Saint Louis with a Wikinews correspondent.
Neck and back pain treatment methods
by
deepaseo
Most people suffer from neck and back pain. In fact, for many people, it is normal to experience pain in the neck and back. If pain persists for more than six weeks, then its high time to see the orthopedic surgeon. Reading further you will know about neck and back pain treatment.
Neck pain treatment
There are several reasons for people to develop neck pain. However, most neck pains trigger because of sudden trauma, such as muscle sprains and strains that heal quickly with treatment. Neck pain treatment usually starts with conservative care which is prescribed in the form of ice or heat therapy, muscle conditioning, pain medications and physical therapy.
There is no doubt at all that above slated treatment for neck pain relieve a large percentage of pain in patients, other instances wherein patients suffer from chronic pain might need more Interventional care. Here are some treatment methods for neck pain.
Neck immobilization
Diagnostics for treating pain in the neck
Nonsurgical treatment for neck pain
Supplemental treatment for conservative care for neck pain
Conservative treatment with time frames
Other treatments for pain in neck
These are just some of the many treatment methods for getting rid of pain in the neck.
Back pain treatment
When it comes to treating pain lower back, treatment largely depends on the history of a patient and also on the intensity of pain. In most cases, people suffering from lower back pain experience relief within six weeks. Also exercises tend to form an integral part of back pain treatment. Surgery is only recommended when pain persists or worsens.
Rest take complete bed rest for a few days. Cease all activities so that injured or damaged nerve roots and tissues can start to heal. This will help in reducing pain in the lower back. However, if you rest for more than a few days, then it might cause muscle weakening. People who do not follow an exercise regime have high chances of experiencing pain in the back.
Heat and Ice Packs It is one of the best therapies to relieve most types if back pain. It helps in reducing inflammation. You can use both therapies alternately.
Medications There are several over-the-counter medicines as well as prescription medications which are available for reducing pain in back. Many medicines also help in reducing inflammation, which triggers pain, whereas other medicines aim at inhibiting the transmission of pain signals right to your brain. There are side-effects associated with medicines, so make sure you consult an orthopedic surgeon before including them in your routine.
Exercises for back pain Exercise is a must for all those who suffer from pain in back. Most orthopedic surgeons include exercise in the treatment plan. Usually, exercises are recommended by spine surgeon or health professional, and comprise of three components strengthening, conditioning and stretching.
These are some of the most common treatment methods for treating back pain. However, to get the best possible treatment, you should consult an experienced and board certified orthopedic surgeon like Dr. Erik Bendiks who has been treating patients suffering from neck and back pain for last many years.
Orthopedic surgeon like Dr. Erik Bendiks who has been treating patients suffering from neck and back pain for last many years. http://www.erikbendiksmd.com/
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Sunday, November 25, 2007
Despite the hopes of many University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW) students, The Onion was not named after their student center. “People always ask questions about where the name The Onion came from,” said President Sean Mills in an interview with David Shankbone, “and when I recently asked Tim Keck, who was one of the founders, he told me the name—I’ve never heard this story about ‘see you at the un-yun’—he said it was literally that his Uncle said he should call it The Onion when he saw him and Chris Johnson eating an onion sandwich. They had literally just cut up the onion and put it on bread.” According to Editorial Manager Chet Clem, their food budget was so low when they started the paper that they were down to white bread and onions.
Long before The Daily Show and The Colbert Report, Heck and Johnson envisioned a publication that would parody the news—and news reporting—when they were students at UW in 1988. Since its inception, The Onion has become a veritable news parody empire, with a print edition, a website that drew 5,000,000 unique visitors in the month of October, personal ads, a 24 hour news network, podcasts, and a recently launched world atlas called Our Dumb World. Al Gore and General Tommy Franks casually rattle off their favorite headlines (Gore’s was when The Onion reported he and Tipper were having the best sex of their lives after his 2000 Electoral College defeat). Many of their writers have gone on to wield great influence on Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert‘s news parody shows.
And we are sorry to break the news to all you amateur headline writers: your submissions do not even get read.
Below is David Shankbone’s interview with Chet Clem and Sean Mills about the news empire that has become The Onion.
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Monday, January 21, 2008
Stock prices dropped sharply in Europe and Asia Monday, with fears of economic problems in the United States causing some of the biggest single-day losses in recent years.
In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng index fell 5.5 percent – its biggest fall since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Losses of between three and seven percent were recorded in India, China, Britain, France, Germany and Canada.
While there are many factors linking national economies, analysts blame recent losses on fears of a recession in the United States.
The United States is the main export market for many overseas businesses. Foreign investors also have bought large stakes in U.S. companies.
When American home loan companies began reporting large numbers of defaulting loans in late 2007, the losses spread to other financial institutions, tightening credit markets and sparking worries about Americans’ high levels of debt.
Last week, President Bush proposed a $145 billion stimulus plan to encourage more consumer spending. But analysts say the measure may not be able to prevent a recession – defined as a broad decline in a nation’s economy over a period of at least six months.
U.S. markets are closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a national holiday, but stock futures trading indicates further losses are expected when markets reopen Tuesday.
byAlma Abell
Guitars are incredibly versatile instruments, but not every guitar is right for every person or every type of music. Some musicians may find that the guitars they have are ill suited to their developing style, indicating that an upgrade or switch is in order. While shopping around for a new instrument can be a lot of fun, it can often be a bit harder to unload the one you are no longer playing. Here are the top three tips on how to sell guitars in Chicago.
Consider A Third-Party Reseller
Selling you own belongings can be incredibly time consuming and difficult. Some people find it hard to get a fair price, or to reach an audience interested in their items. When it comes to selling guitars, it’s a good idea to think about using a third party vendor. Pawn shops, brokers, and even gold and coin resellers will often buy and sell used guitars. They’re a great resource, as you can still get a fair price for your used guitar without the hassle of finding a buyer on your own.
Invest In New Strings
Before you bring your guitar to a potential buyer, invest in a new set of strings. Keep the guitar tuned as well. This will showcase the best part of the instrument, its sound, to the prospective buyer. Old strings, or an out of tuned instrument simply won’t have the same impressive nature to it, even if all other aspects are considered equal. It’s well worth the small investment in new strings to obtain a higher value for the instrument overall.
Get An Appraisal
Before you sell your guitar, it’s a good idea to have it appraised first. If you are thinking about using a third party vendor, you may be able to have it appraised and sold at the same location. While an appraisal isn’t the same thing as the value you are guaranteed to get for the instrument, it can give you a good idea the overall cost of the guitar, helping figure out a fair price.
For more information about how to sell guitars in Chicago, contact Chicago Gold Gallery at www.chicagogoldgallery.com.
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Wikinews extended invitations by e-mail on March 23 to multiple candidates running in the Texas’ 6th congressional district special election of May 1 to fill a vacancy left upon the death of Republican congressman Ron Wright. Of them, the office of Democrat Daryl Eddings, Sr. agreed to answer some questions by phone March 30 about their campaigns and policies. The following is the interview with Ms Chatham on behalf of Mr Eddings, Sr.
Eddings is a federal law enforcement officer and senior non-commissioned officer in the US military. His experience as operations officer of an aviation unit in the California National Guard includes working in Los Angeles to control riots sparked by the O. J. Simpson murder case and the police handling of Rodney King, working with drug interdiction teams in Panama and Central America and fighting in the Middle East. He is the founder of Operation Battle Buddy, which has under his leadership kept in touch with over 20 thousand veterans and their families. He was born in California, but moved to Midlothian, Texas. He endeavours to bring “good government, not no government”. Campaign manager Faith Chatham spoke to Wikinews on matters ranging from healthcare to housing.
An Inside Elections poll published on March 18 shows Republican candidate Susan Wright, the widow of Ron Wright, is ahead by 21% followed by Democrat Jana Sanchez with 17% and Republican Jake Ellzey with 8% with a 4.6% margin of error among 450 likely voters. The district is considered “lean Republican” by Inside Elections and voted 51% in favour of Donald Trump in last year’s US presidential election. This is down from 54% for Trump in 2016’s presidential election, the same poll stated.