World

Scientists unravel secrets of mother of pearl

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Washington, Dec 22 (IANS) The inner lining of the shells of mother of pearl known as nacre and certain other molluscs is renowned for an amazing strength and toughness that has been a long-standing mystery.



Russian parliament approves extension of presidential terms

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Moscow, Dec 22 (RIA Novosti) All of Russia’s 83 regions have approved Constitutional amendments to extend presidential and parliamentary terms, the upper house of the country’s parliament said in a resolution Monday.



Tehran deplores Arabs’ involvement in nuclear dispute

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Tehran, Dec 22 (DPA) Tehran Monday deplored a plan by the UN’s five veto powers plus Germany to involve some Arab states in talks over the nuclear dispute with Iran.



Middle East, North Africa most dynamic satellite markets: Study

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Dubai, Dec 22 (IANS) The Middle East and North Africa have become one of the most dynamic emerging markets for satellite broadcast, according to a new study.



Sri Lanka steps up air raids after fierce weekend clashes

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Colombo, Dec 22 (IANS) Sri Lanka Monday stepped up air raids targeting suspected Tamil Tiger positions following fierce weekend clashes that left scores of combatants killed on both sides in the embattled north.



Sri Lanka steps up air raids after fierce weekend clashes

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Colombo, Dec 22 (IANS) Sri Lanka Monday stepped up air raids targeting suspected Tamil Tiger positions following fierce weekend clashes that left scores of combatants killed on both sides in the embattled north.



Your popularity lies in your genes, not your stars

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Washington, Dec 22 (IANS) Genes could be the reason why you are so popular among college mates in spite of your rowdiness or proclivity to break rules, according to the latest research.



Ancient mass migration of men from Africa populated world

Dec 22nd, 2008 | By Sindh Today | Category: World

Washington, Dec 22 (IANS) Modern humans quit Africa over 60,000 years ago in a migration that many believe populated the earth.