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Is Indian Media misusing its Freedom?
We are sure most of you read the newspaper or news websites every morning. If not that, then it is the idiot box. Are you happy wat the news or rather, the way they manipulate the news? Do you like the way Indian Media functions? Most of the people we know do not. Share your views and let's have a constructive discussion. This is the chance - all the time we spend ranting or getting angry, let's channelise it into well structured thoughts. For your views, the top 5 entries will win goodies from Pringoo.
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Interview with Tikuli Dogra

Her children call her a "Cyber Mom'. Her special friend calls her a 'Child Woman'. There is lot more to her and you can find it in this very interesting first part of the two part interview. In this interview, she speaks about her poems, her blog, her love for travelling and more. You cannot miss this one. Read and connect with this awesome Indian Woman Blogger now!

Read the interview with Tikuli Dogra 

Rally slams move to end Saturday mail service

by: TONY PECINOVSKY

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ST. LOUIS - "To eliminate Saturday service would destroy the Postal Service," Tony Harris, president of the American Postal Workers Union Gateway District Area Local, said July 12.

La Raza conference: Overturn Arizona law

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by: VIVIAN WEINSTEIN

SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Some 30,000 participants turned out for the National Council of La Raza annual conference here last weekend, where a major focus was Arizona's anti-immigrant SB 1070 law.

Brothers Serve Together in Afghanistan

By Army Sgt. Robert Healy
Task Force Falcon
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, July 16, 2010 - Two brothers from Atmore, Ala., who wear different uniforms have found themselves not only deployed to Afghanistan at the same time, but also assigned to the same location at this sprawling air base.

Air Force Master Sgt. Dempsey Walker, left, talks with his brother, Army Sgt. 1st Class Nicholas Walker, at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, July 4, 2010. The brothers meet about once a week to talk and relax together while they are deployed. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Robert Healy  (Click photo for screen-resolution image);high-resolution image available.

Army Sgt. 1st Class Dempsey Walker is a supply support activity platoon sergeant with Company A, Task Force Workhorse, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Falcon. He has spent 24 years in the Army, and is serving on his fourth deployment.
His brother, Air Force Master Sgt. Nicholas Walker, is a computer systems manager with Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force Afghanistan. He has spent 17 years in the Air Force and is serving on his third deployment.
"This is the first time we have been deployed to the same base," Dempsey said. "We were stationed in Korea at the same time and deployed to Iraq at the same time, but to different bases."
Nicholas said his brother had been here for six months when he arrived. "It makes life here a lot easier," he said, "having a family member so close who can relate to what you are doing."
Dempsey said he was anxious to join the military and chose the Army because it was able to let him join three months earlier than the other services. Nicholas, however, was not as anxious, and said he made his decision based on the experiences of his brothers.
"We have an older brother that used to be in the Air Force," Nicholas explained. "After I talked to both my brothers, I decided the Air Force was right for me."
Dempsey said he and Nicholas get together at least once a week to talk, go to church or just hang out. They usually eat at least one meal together whenever their schedules allow, he added.
"It is nice to have a family member here to talk to -- someone who is in the same location and situation and who can understand and relate to the types of problems that can pop up from time to time," Dempsey said. "In times like these, it is good to have your brother by your side."
 

Filep needs medical attention

We need the support of at least 25 members of Congress to help free Indonesian prisoner of conscience, Filep Karma. However, the clock is ticking before they break for August recess. Ask your member of Congress to help free Filep!

Dear Rector, Hopefully you’ve heard the spectacular news by now – political activist Yusak Pakage has been released from prison in Indonesia! While we welcome this great news, fellow prisoner of conscience Filep Karma remains behind bars. These two men were sentenced to long prison terms for the peaceful display of the Morning Star flag, a symbol of Papuan independence. Upon his release, Yusak expressed warm thanks to supporters, like you, for the work on his case. Now we’re gearing up again to ensure that Filep’s freedom is to soon follow. Our members of Congress have also been playing a vital role in helping to shine a light on Filep and Yusak’s case. In fact, 11 representatives have already co-sponsored the resolution which seeks the release of Filep and other prisoners of conscience in Indonesia. But we need more support. The resolution must gather at least 25 signatures – 10 from the House Foreign Relations Committee – to make it viable. Ask your member of Congress to support the resolution condemning Indonesia's imprisonment of peaceful political activists.  Time is a critical factor. Filep is suffering from untreated medical problems. He was finally cleared for travel to Jakarta for treatment, but the Indonesian authorities have repeatedly delayed his urgent medical care. Also adding to the mounting pressure is the fact that Congress is about to break for summer. If we don’t act now, we’ll lose valuable momentum for getting the resolution passed this year. We’ve come too far and freedom for Filep is so close. But we need you to contact your members of Congress and let them know that freedom – and possibly Filep’s life – are on the line. Tell your member of Congress to take action for Filep and other prisoners of conscience in Indonesia by supporting House Resolution 1355! In solidarity, Michael O’Reilly Senior Campaign Director, Individuals at Risk Amnesty International USA  Share on Facebook  Share on Twitter

Teaches Afghan girls

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Georganne Hassell, information operations officer of Provincial Reconstruction Team Zabul, teaches Afghan girls to count at the Zarghona Girls' School in Qalat City, Afghanistan, on July 8, 2010. Members of the Provincial Reconstruction Team visited the school and distributed new head scarves as part of an ongoing humanitarian assistance mission. DoD photo by Senior Airman Nathanael Callon, U.S. Air Force. (Released)

A press conference at the Pentagon

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, left, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Mike Mullen hold a press conference at the Pentagon July 8, 2010. During the conference, the two announced the nomination of the current Commander of U.S. Joint Forces Command, Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis, as the new commander of U.S. Central Command. (DoD photo by Master Sgt. Jerry Morrison, U.S. Air Force/Released)