Obama quotes Quran, Bible, Jewish law, seeking common ground in region where faiths clashNEW YORK — President Barack Obama showed respect for Islam by quoting from the Quran in his speech Thursday but did so in a way meant to resonate with Christians and Jews as well. Text of Obama’s speech at Cairo University in EgyptText of President Barack Obama’s speech at Cairo University, as provided by CQ Transcriptions. Obama makes a valiant attempt to bring Arab world close to U.SCAIRO - The United States President Barack Obama on Thursday attempted to bridge the gulf between America and the Islamic world by delivering a historical speech aimed at generating confidence, hope and an environment of development with peace among all. Analysis: Obama offers unclenched fist to Muslims, admits speech can’t fix ‘years of mistrust’WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama offered the world the audacity to hope for peace in the Middle East and a better understanding between the United States and Muslims. Still, a president known for his soaring oratory admitted his words alone would not change a thing. Text of Obama’s speech in CairoText of President Barack Obama’s speech at Cairo University, as provided by CQ Transcriptions. Obama uses Quran to make critical points in speech urging fresh start with Muslim worldCAIRO — President Barack Obama’s speech reaching out for a fresh start with the Islamic world was laced with references to the Quran and his Muslim roots. Obama uses Koran to make critical points in speech urging fresh start with Muslim worldCAIRO — President Barack Obama’s speech reaching out for a fresh start with the Islamic world was laced with references to the Koran and his Muslim roots. President Obama calls for new start with Muslim world, saying there must be mutual respectCAIRO — President Barack Obama is calling for “a new beginning” between the United States and the Muslim world, saying it’s time to focus on the interests they share rather than their differences. Twitterers defy Chinese censorship, break silence on Tiananmen Square’s ‘Tank Man’BEIJING - Pictures of the lone man standing with two plastic bags confronting several tanks in Beijing’s Tianamen Square in June 1989 are still etched in the memories of most humans, but the “Tank Man’s” (as he was known) efforts and other information about the crackdown are still officially censored in China. British newspaper calls for Gordon Brown’s resignationLONDON - Britain’s Guardian newspaper, which has traditionally backed the Labour party, Wednesday called on Prime Minister Gordon Brown to step down because he had failed in government. A fortnight later, Paswan still too shocked to speakNEW DELHI - The pall of gloom over 12 Janpath refuses to lift although it has been two weeks since the 2009 general elections crushed its occupant, Ram Vilas Paswan, and his Lok Janshakti Party (LJP). Ahmadinejad heading for a second term as Iran’s PresidentTEHRAN - With unconditional support being offered to him, Iran’s presidential candidate Mahmoud Ahmadinejad seems to be heading towards his second consecutive term. Probe ordered into Meghalaya jail breakSHILLONG - The Meghalaya government Monday ordered a magisterial inquiry into the jail break by seven undertrials - all hardcore criminals, officials said. Myanmar junta defends trial of opposition leader Suu Kyi, says she is not above the lawSINGAPORE — Myanmar’s junta defended its prosecution of pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, accusing her Sunday of covering up the truth when she let an uninvited American intruder stay in her house. Biggest health myths bustedLONDON - If you believe that pregnant women are supposed to eat for two or sugar makes children hyperactive, better think again because these are just two of the countless health myths followed since generations. Pakistan making more deadly, deliverable nukes: US think tankWASHINGTON - Pakistan is likely supplementing or replacing its current uranium-based nuclear weapon arsenal with plutonium-based weapons that will be more destructive and deliverable, says a US think tank. Gaffes and laughs at Rashtrapati Bhavan (Sidelights)NEW DELHI - It was a sombre ceremony at the Ashoka Hall in Rashtrapati Bhavan as 59 new parliamentarians took oath as ministers Thursday — but for a few eager MPs who unwittingly evoked much laughter. So, the Tamil Tigers were mortals after all… (Comment)The dramatic collapse of the Tamil Tigers, accompanied by white flags and surrenders even as some suicide bombers kept exploding themselves, is a sad commentary on the politics of uncompromising mayhem the rebels pursued for so long in Sri Lanka. Hindus and Jews have urged Parliament of Australia to move to multi-faith opening prayers.Rajan Zed, acclaimed Hindu statesman; and Rabbi Jonathan B. Freirich, prominent Jewish leader in Nevada and California in USA; in a joint statement, said that since Australian Parliament represented every Australian irrespective of religion/denomination, it was quite befitting in this increasingly diverse nation to do a rotation of prayers representing major religions and aboriginal spirituality.
Bomb suspects disappointed that World Trade Center not around to attackNEW YORK - The four men arrested for planting what they thought were explosives near two New York City synagogues have revealed that they were disappointed that the World Trade Center wasn’t still around to attack, a federal prosecutor said Thursday. Punjabi durbar programme of Radio Pakistan loses its ‘Durbar’ABOHAR - Radio Pakistan in its latest broadcast of Punjabi Durbar seems to have lost its ‘Durbar’ mood and expressed sympathy for the ‘condition’ of farmers in India who, in reality, have been able to get the government absolve them from paying their loans. More than a third of Brits lie about age, sex, moneyLONDON - More than a third of Britons lie about their age, salary and sexual history, a poll of 2,000 people has revealed. Third World War over water looming: Green warrior Bahuguna (Interview)CHANDIGARH - Green warrior Sunderlal Bahuguna, who has spent his life working for sustainable development, especially in the Himalayas, and pioneered the Chipko movement in the 1970s to save trees, thinks a third world war over water will be inevitable if governments do not wake up now. Cheating American mum has twins from different dads!LONDON - An American mother was left dumbstruck after she found out that she had incredibly conceived her twin sons from two different fathers. Suu Kyi denies violating Burmese regime’s house arrest rulesYANGON - Burmese opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi is to deny breaking the terms of her house arrest as imposed by the country’s military junta. Iconic wizard Merlin officially named as citizen of GlasgowLONDON - Merlin, the wizard featured in the Arthurian legend, has been officially tagged as a citizen of Glasgow. Congress springs surprise in BJP-ruled Madhya PradeshBHOPAL - The Congress Saturday won 12 out of the 29 parliamentary constituencies in Madhya Pradesh, in a result that left its rivals as well as political analysts surprised in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ruled state. Aarushi murder coverage: Lessons media should have learntNEW DELHI - Reams of newsprint, hours of telecast…The media went into a tizzy after the murder of teenager Aarushi Talwar a year ago, not only blurring the line between fact and fiction but also showing a distinct upper class orientation while covering the story, say critics. Hindus laud CBS for interfaith music specialNEVADA - Hindus have applauded CBS Television Network for a special interfaith presentation “Faith, Music and Culture”, to be broadcast on June seven. Welcoming Popes espousal of interfaith dialogue, Hindus urge him to organize oneWelcoming Pope Benedict’s reported affirmation of the importance of interreligious dialogue in the pursuit of peace in Jerusalem yesterday, Hindus have urged him to take the lead in organizing one.
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