Sweden, Local:  ”Pigeons Beheaded”

Do they get cake along with it?

Turkey, Hurriyet:  ”Sex Consensual Because Victim Didn’t Scream”

If I raise my hands during a robbery does it mean I am greeting the robber?

France, Connexion: “French Genocide Law On Hold”

Now, if we just get genocide on hold!

Denmark, Copenhagen Post:  ”Baby Looks Like Saddam Hussein”

Does that mean the baby has to shave everyday?

Ireland, Independent:  ”Prostitute Memoirs”

Should I spread my legs when reading it?

Norway, Norway Post:  ”Norwegian Ship Attacked By Pirates”

You are Norsemen, for God’s sake, so what is strange about fighting pirates?

UK, Guardian:  ”Cheetah Seized At Airport”

Don’t pay the fare, pay the penalty!

USA, NY Daily News:  ”King For A Day”‘

For Newt Gingrich, he is king everyday and  you are his subjects!

Evangelicals and Conservatives manned the barriers and halted the Mitt procession on grounds the millionaire was simply a LIBERAL dressed in Conservative clothes. Rick yelled with boyish enthusiasm, ‘I don’t stand here as the Conservative alternative to Mitt Romney, I stand here to be the conservative alternative to Barack Obama.”

Perhaps, the highlight of the evening was watching Mitt use a teleprompter in order to inform his supporters that  Rick had won.

It will be a closed door conference. It is understandable any discussion of such sensitive issues can not be open to the media. However, it is important for those who suffered abuse to have opportunities to talk with church leaders. Lack of these voices only furthers the divide between victims and oppressors.

If we ruled out judges based on their connections, where would that leave Justice Scalia who is a  well known supporter of  conservative groups? How could Mitt Romney serve as president and sign laws since his heart and soul belong to wealthy and bussinesss people of this land?

Nadia Knani, principal of the elementary school was horrified at such expressions of anger towards “young children from ages 3 to 18(who) study       together in coexistence.”  Most probably the expressions were written by Jewish West Bank settlers who claim a personal relation with God.

Who are these West Bank creatures of hate? They cerrtainly are NOT Jews. I suspect they would fit into a Nazi society quite well.

Nasheed had gained fame as a human rights activist and a leader in the fight to protect his nation’s environment. He had a judge arrested who freed a government critic on grounds  his arrest was illegal. A new democratic society needs critics and even though they utter nonsense, better nonsense than jail.

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Today is Saturday, I wonder who is ahead in Republican race for president.

I am a kind friend, alas, many are not.

There are those “with ideas,” the problem is all too often we are better off with those without ideas.

Parents tower over children until that magic moment when shorty is the tall one.

I wonder if there are seasons in Heaven.

I am truly impressed by those who wear shorts in winter.

I am the solitary man in life.

When reading, I never hold my hand on a page.

It is important in life to respect the privacy of others.

I never in real life encounter people like those blond haired women on Fox News who carry a perennial smile on their faces.

I would go to hell before eating a McDonald’s hamburger.

I demand of others high moral and ethical standards, that is why I have few friends.

I once stood on a mountain top in the Rockies. So near to God was I.

Karl Rove, the evil genius behind George Bush, says the ad “offended” him. He is upset that auto executives seek to claim they have the industry back on top. Ironically, Clint Eastwood only once voted for a Democrat for office. Of course, he angered some by saying he  wasn’t impressed by Mitt.

In the Conservative world, the sun only shines when a conservative Republican is president.

Israel leaders insist they must strike now or it will be too late to avoid preventing Iran from building a nuclear weapon. The European Union announced it would ban import of oil  from Iran. US economic sanctions  are creating havoc to the Iranian economy. Iranian businessmen are facing economic ruin, Iranian money is less and less valuable, and shortages grow each day.

One is left with the conclusion that if clerics get their bomb, will they also get a collapsed economy? Israel may get their desire for military attacks on Iran and receive in return thousands of missiles aimed at Israeli cities. There are times in life when one gets what he desired and is less successful for it. This is one of those times!

Breivik asked the judge to release him and demanded that a military honor be awarded a person who killed 77 innocent people. He provided the court a 1,500 page compedium of nonsense which somehow blames anti-religion Karl Marx with being an ally of Muslims!

He is simply a sad young man living in a sad inner world in which reality never lights the darkness.

Australia, Sydney Morning Herald:  ”Naughty List”

Is is not nice to have a naughty list.

South Africa, Argus:  ”Time To Look For New Social Vices”

Just check with the Republican party, they know all about vice, in fact, they practice them.

USA, NY Post:  ”Pay Plan Ridiculous”

I assume you refer to paying Congressmen for their work.

Netherlands, Dutch News:  ”Commotion About Headscarf”

We get upset at covering heads, but not upset at uncovering bodies.

France, Connexion:  ”Slimmer Students Get Higher Grades”

I have a hunch professors prefer slim girls.

Saudi Arabia, Saudi  Gazette:  ”What Is A Junk Car Worth”

The more interesting question is what is a Junk Congress worth?

UK, Guardian:  ”Need To Die In Paris”

Personally, I prefer living in Paris.

The question is: why despite the horrible economic situation do more Americans prefer the current president than a man who claims to be a business genius? Frankly, as long as Mitt Romney gives interviews, talks to audiences, he eventually will say something stupid or insulting to someone. The only reason is Barack Obama is surging ahead is that his opponent is great at surging backward.

In Israel, those who have God on their side head east to the “barren lands” of the West Bank which has a lot of empty space and a few people who claim to own the land. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visited Israel and made clear, “all Israeli settlements are contrary to international law.” OK, so they go against international law, but does Mr. moon have any statement from God if kicking people off their land is against what He desires?

Heck, if you have God on your side it is OK to start a war.

Let me get this straight. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin who controls the government, the media, and the electoral process is determined to be elected as president. If anyone is guilty of “political ambition,” it certainly is the ex-KGB agent.

Titov does not wish protesters to rush “into political liberalization.” He wants them to “think everything through and allow conditions to mature.” I get it, when Putin completes his latest twelve year run at running the country, MAYBE, he will allow someone else to be the president. Just have patience.

The Turkish economy is proceeding towards creating a modern society. This requires working with people who are not Muslim. It also means if Turkey desires membership in the European Union it must abandon this assault on democratic forces.

As thousands protested the massacre at the soccer match and blamed the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces(SCAF) for its failure in preventing bloodshed, dozens of MB volunteers blocked the way of those who actually began the revolution because they wanted their people to make decisions, not some mob of protesters.

Alas, it was just a  few months ago the Muslim Brotherhood was linking arms with protesters and demanding democracy. Today, they demand obedience. Will there eventually be protesters in Tahrir Square protesting against the MB? Time will tell.

Death is now the common event in Syria. Those who dare expressing ideas for their rights are killed. It would be wonderful if hundreds of imams from the Middle East marched into Syria in the name of their religion, but we doubt if that event will ever occur. Where are demonstrations in support for Syria in Muslim nations is the real question? Of course, if some newspaper printed a cartoon depicting Mohammad, they would be in the streets.

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

One never has to ask a child twice to jump up and down.

I prefer watching faces on TV rather than listening to the babble of words coming from them.

Newt Gingrich never met an idea that wasn’t his.

So nice to see children eating breakfast with mom and dad.

It has been years since I last saw a rainbow. Where have they gone?

I insist on very hot coffee in the morning.

To think is to require solitude.

Republicans are concerned about Big Government but have no problem with Big Money.

A boss explaining to employees is a boss who is certain.

I have always loved bananas.

Mystery of life: why are there dark clouds?

I encounter few who think as I do. I wonder if that is an example of good or bad news.

There is a moment when it hits 1:15 p.m. when all is quiet.

To be intelligent, one must know the origin of how mind evolves.

To hope is to be alive.

Prime Minister Recep Erdogan made clear what he desired. “Do you expect the conservative democrat AK Party to raise atheist generations? This may be your objective, but not ours. We will raise a generation that is conservative and democratic and embraces the values and historical principles of this nation.”

I regret to inform PM Erdogan, but in a “democratic society, ” children are NOT raised to believe in the philosophy and values of A  political party. If they are raised in the Erdogan approach it is a dictatorial society.

Sorry Mitt and Sarah and conservative Republicans, but few native born Americans want to pick fruit in the fields of California or pick up trash in your local city. Europe and America need  people who will do the work of those born to only work with mind.

Just remember, the USA leads the world in obesity so it is doubtful if one third of the population could even bend over to pick lettuce!

Oh, there was a pro-Putin rally, mainly attended by civil servants who were ordered to get the heck out of the office and go freeze their butts in order to give Putin some good news. Latest polls show that Putin, who ordinarily secures 90% of the vote has a rating under 50%.

We have a hunch some interesting manipulation will occur with voting in Russia.

The Islamic Supreme Council of Canada issued a statement which condemns any form of honor killing. “There is no justification for honor killings, domestic violence, child abuse and misogyny in Islam.” This statement was signed by 30 imams in North America. Now, if we could only get imams all over the world to sign such edicts, perhaps family violence can be halted.

As the Syrian government slaughtered its people, Russia fought a battle to halt passage of any form of tough resolution by the UN Security Council. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin prefers allowing tyrants to remain in office and fears once the UN gets involved in ending such dictatorial governments, they might glance in his direction.

By the way, where are imam led demonstrations against the murder of fellow Muslims? Perhaps, if Syrian rebels waved cartoons they might receive support from their fellow Muslims.

Congressman John Boehner made clear “we must do better,” and Mitt Romney emphasized the “president’s policies have prevented a full recovery. I am certain if the rate drops to five percent, Mitt and Newt and John and Eric will argue that credit belongs to Republicans who claim anything and everything Barack does is wrong.

He believes Israel can take out all Iran nuclear facilities.”It is possible to strike all Iran’s facilities, and I say that out of my experience as IDF Chief of Staff.” Of course, it is  one thing to “strike” a facility and another to “destroy” a facility. American military leaders admitted they lack the  bombs to destroy nuclear facilities hidden in mountains, but to Israel that is making a mountain out of a mole hill.

Boom goes Israel, but, unfortunately, it can result in Boom On Israel!

A high school cheerleader was raped by a boy named Rakheem Bolton who pleaded guilty to the misdemeanour assault of  HS(the girl) and received two years of probation and community service.

Several months later the young man was playing in  basketball game and came to the foul line to shoot.

Cheerleaders rose to yell in support for the boy.

HS stood with folded arms and refuse to cheer.

The superintendent told HS to leave the gym because she was expected to cheer for the boy who raped her.

HS refused and was expelled from the cheerleader squad.

She sued on grounds of free speech.

Two lower courts said while in the position of cheerleader she acted as the “mouthpiece”of the school.

The Supreme Court upheld lower court decisions and said HS must pay $45,000 legal fees.

On which planet am I living? Who is this superintendent? Is winning a game more important than the emotions and feelings of an abused girl?

Bluntness is not a desired trait in America.

Sirus XM closed down The Village, the only station for lovers of folk music. Is this a message?

It is illegal on American television to have any panel lacking at least one black skinned person and one woman.

I possess a quirky mind that defies categorization.

The only path in life that has a certain end is the valley of death.

We are mental captives of our past.

Black is the favorite color of TV celebrities.

Pictures of most foods advertised taste better than the real foods.

I wonder if they have take-out in Heaven.

If at first you  do not succeed. Stop, maybe your idea is wrong!

Sun in late afternoon is not as hot as morning sun, but it sure blinds one.

I guess it all depends how one defines, “poor.” If you lack a job, that does not mean you are poor. If you cannot  make house payments, that does not mean you are poor. If you can’t pay for health care, that does not mean you are poor. The important thing is–do you carry Christ in your heart? If so, you can never be poor in spirit. OK, so maybe you are not so wealthy in paying the bills. But, you got Christ.

Newt is miffed at the betrayal of Donald voting for Mitt. Mitt is beaming at the approval of Donald and most probably is now working furiously to secure the endorsement of the mouth that babbles in Minnesota– the Bachmann gal.

Alas, poor Newt, the ideas of February do not offer consolation as to your future.