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Knesset Celebrates 63 Years in an Open House Event - Jerusalem

Thousands of Israelis visit the Knesset for an Open House event on the occasion of the parliament’s 63rd birthday. Knesset Speaker Reuven Rubi Rivlin...

by Nir Alon in Israel on 08/02/2012

Society

Birth Day Celebrations of Prophet Mohammad preparations in full swing

Preparations for celebrating the birthday of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) are gaining momentum across the metropolis. Karachi, Pakistan. 4th February 2012

by Syed Yasir Kazmi in Pakistan on 04/02/2012

Politics

Russians protest at Downing Street calling for voting reform

In conjunction with massive protests in Moscow and St. Petersberg, around 150 London-based Russians gathered outside Downing Street to protest for...

by Pete Riches in United Kingdom on 04/02/2012

BREAKING NEWS

08/02/2012 - Knesset Celebrates 63 Years in an Open House Event - Jerusalem - Israel - Thousands of Israelis visit the Knesset...
04/02/2012 - Birth Day Celebrations of Prophet Mohammad preparations in full swing - Pakistan - Preparations for celebrating the...
04/02/2012 - Russians protest at Downing Street calling for voting reform - United Kingdom - In conjunction with massive protests in...
04/02/2012 - Artist Kaya Mar lampoons Putin & Medvedev at London protest - London - United Kingdom - Political painter and caricaturist Kaya...
04/02/2012 - Five arrested as Syrians storm London embassy - London - United Kingdom - Protesting the deaths in Homs, five pro...
30/01/2012 - Demolition of the south wing begins to create 'Stuttgart 21' project - Germany - The demolition of the south wing of the...
29/01/2012 - Don't Attack Iran Demo in London, UK - United Kingdom - Protesters gathered outside the US...
29/01/2012 - No War Against Iran and Syria Protest Marred by Scuffles - United Kingdom - Stop the War's Protest at the US...
28/01/2012 - Rally against military intervention in Iran and Syria. - United Kingdom - Stop the War's Protest at the US...
28/01/2012 - Yekaterinburg rally to support working people - Russia - Russia - An estimated 7-8 thousand people,...

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British and Olympic flag outside city hall - London
The Olympic games take place from 27 July until 12 August 2012 in London. The British flag currently flies right next to the Olympic flag in front of London City Hall. UK. 8th February ...
Different Sindhi nationalist parties rally – Hyderabad
Supporters of different Sindhi nationalist parties and the Sindh University Teachers Association, SUTA, pass through a road during the march in favor of their demands in Pakistan. 8th F...
150'000 public employers take to the streets against government cuts
150'000 public employees take to the streets against government cuts in Madrid. Firefighters and other workers protested throughout the day and into the evening against austerity c...
Knesset Celebrates 63 Years in an Open House Event - Jerusalem
Thousands of Israelis visit the Knesset for an Open House event on the occasion of the parliament’s 63rd birthday. Knesset Speaker Reuven Rubi Rivlin: ”I promise the public an exception...
Artist Kaya Mar lampoons Putin & Medvedev at London protest - London
Political painter and caricaturist Kaya Mar unveiled his latest oil-on-canvas painting on when he joined a protest by Russian ex-patriates outside Downing Street who are seeking fair el...
Russians protest at Downing Street calling for voting reform
In conjunction with massive protests in Moscow and St. Petersberg, around 150 London-based Russians gathered outside Downing Street to protest for voting reform and a less corrupt gover...
Rally for fair elections in Novosibirsk
Approximately 1,500 people joined in an opposition rally calling for fair elections in Russia as they protested against the policies of President Vladimir Putin. Russia. 4th February 20...
Mexican army promotes coexistence between Soldiers and Civilians
The Secretary of National Defense (SEDENA) made a public invitation to the public for civilians and soldiers to get to know each other better ahead of anniversary celebrations for the A...
Protest against Syrian president Bashar al-Assad
Palestinians in front of the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem waving Syrian flags and placards against the regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria and against the repressive massacres at Ertkba. J...
Eid e Milad un Nabi celebrations - Hyderabad
The Muslim community celebrates the birthday of their prophet, Mohammed, during Eid e Milad un Nabi. Hyderabad, Pakistan. 5th February 2012
Waitangi day celebrations - London
Thousands of New Zealanders hit the street of London to celebrate Waitangi Day with the traditional pub-crawl. They made their way across west London stopping at various pubs until reac...
Waitangi Day celebrated in London
Hundreds of New Zealand nationals flocked to Parliament Square for a gathering to celebrate Waitangi Day. Most dressed in various fun costumes were also participating in a pub crawl alo...
Birth Day Celebrations of Prophet Mohammad preparations in full swing
Preparations for celebrating the birthday of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) are gaining momentum across the metropolis. Karachi, Pakistan. 4th February 2012
Sri Lanka celebrates its 64th year of Independence
Several activities were held & the hoisting of the national flag and singing of the national anthem took place in the ancient capital Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka. 4th February 2012
Qatar Masters Round 3 lead by Paul Lawrie from Scotland
Action on the 18th hole at Doha Golf Club during Round 3 of the Qatar Masters. Paul Lawrie leads the day on 8 under par, with fellow player Peter Hanson 2 strokes behind. Course conditi...
Tournament to show solidarity with Kashmiri people
Players stand in a queue holding Kashmir flags in a Kabadi tournament held at Pilot Secondary School to show solidarity with the people of Kashmir. The event was organized by Sindh Spor...
Lee Westwood European Tour - Qatar finished 3 under Par Round 3
Qatar Masters Golf resumed today with Round 3. Lee Westwood of Close House Golf Club in the UK was vying for the lead, finishing just 2 strokes off. Doha, Qatar. 4th February 2012
Five arrested as Syrians storm London embassy - London
Protesting the deaths in Homs, five pro-democracy protesters broke into the Syrian embassy on Belgrave Square, leading to their arrests around 2:30 A.M. Those arrested were also protest...
Thousands celebrate Chinese New Year in New York City
Thousands celebrate Chinese New Year in the streets of Manhattan. This is the Year of the Dragon, the luckiest of all the animals in the Zodiac calendar. Manhattan, USA. 29th January 20...
The weekly march of Sheikh Jarrah - Jerusalem
Palestinians and activists take part in the weekly march in solidarity with the neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah. The march leaves the Old City and ends in Sheikh Jarrah with a stationary ...