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national / sci-tech Sunday April 17, 2011 - 01:00 by getouttamyhead
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With the government leasing frequencies to companies world-wide to test their electromagnetic equipment in a live environment, word is finally spreading of the dangers associated with new technology. The DOnegal Democrat and the Liffey Champion have both noted community resistance to placement of towers near homes, schools and businesses. ... read full story / add a comment 
national / anti-capitalism Saturday April 16, 2011 - 17:58 by V for vendetta
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Of all people, the french are in a tizzy over a risque anti smoking advert. How would this "go down" in Ireland I wonder! ;-) ... read full story / add a comment
international / worker & community struggles and protests Thursday April 14, 2011 - 19:27 by Peter Manson
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Yet another split from the British SWP. About 40 have left. But how honest are they in their convictions? The resignation of Socialist Workers Party central committee member Chris Bambery on April 10 was rapidly followed by the departure of at least 38 comrades in Scotland two days later. These defectors are expected to formally announce their adherence to the Counterfire grouping of John Rees and Lindsey German sooner rather than later ... read full story / add a comment 
international / gender and sexuality Thursday April 14, 2011 - 18:15 by Lamya Kaddor
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Lamya Kaddor confronts the myths regarding the wearing of the Hijab. She shows that this is not an observance required by Islam. Rather it is an invention of misogynistic mullahs. Full text at link. However, if God had required a special head covering, would He not have said so explicitly? The khimâr thus merely constitutes a 'fashion accessory' according to the spirit of that age. Viewed rationally, functions consciously or unconsciously associated with head coverings across the course of history – such as protection against sand or evil influences – are all superannuated today and have lost their validity. People's powers of imagination have changed. ... read full story / add a comment
international / rights, freedoms and repression Wednesday April 13, 2011 - 11:25 by Celia S
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In the article below Michael Parenti deconstructs the body myths surrounding the question of the Dalai Lama/Tibet. Very relevant given the love-in going on today. What say you Andy Storey/Afri? ... read full story / add a comment |
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