Alcohol on trains!! Jared Brown

In Germany, there was a vote on if alchol should be legal or not on trains. 80 percent of those asked voted that alchol should be restricted on trains, 41 percent voted that it should be limited to only the restaurant car, and the other 14 percent said that they didn't want to see any restrictions. There are currently no rules pertaining Ro drinking on the train, but so many people have reported being harassed by drunken people on the train. I think drinking on the train should not be allowed.

Link
http://www.thelocal.de/opinion/20121128-46441.html

Amaria Stern- Spain reveals shipwreck treasure

Spanish authoriest have uncovered invaluable treasure from  a ship that sank over 200 years ago. In 1804, with more than 500,000 silver coins, the Nuestra Senora de las Mercedes galleon sank off Portugal's coast. After a five-year dispute over who was going to claim the treasure that was actually found by a United States firm, the valuables will be put on display in a Spain's muesem of underwater archaeology. Although the findings are extremely high in worth, officials say that they will never be sold.

Analaysis
This article is a very informative article that gives a little insight on the many treasures of the world. It is very satisfying to know that the Spanish governement recognizes that this treasure is invaluable and should not be sold.



http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-20561014

A Verdict Overturned-Molly Paley

                         In France, the Court of Appeals overturned the ruling the Continental airlines was responsible for the deaths of 109 passengers and four hotel workers after the plane crashed. The crash occurred in 2002, and the initial verdict was decided in 2010. Continental appealed the decision, in order for it to be overturned. Continental claims it is not responsible for the crash, but they still have civil responsibilities. Continental will still have to pay a fine of 1m euros. They are also being sued by Air France for 15m euros. This is a terrible accident, and no matter what the outcome of the trial may be, the airlines must make sure this does not happen again.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-20545201

Fire in Germany Workshop- Jamie Lerman

In a Germany workshop fire spreading rapidly and in rage turning out ti kill fourteen people. All the victims were workers and some counselors at the Caritas workshop there in a town in Germany. An explosion in a storage room may have started the fire, but the police say they aren't quite sure yet. Not only were the workers hurt, but so were several other people. Police say that they intend to investigate to find out where the fire originated and and what prompted it to start.
http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2
I think that it's very good and helpful that they are trying hard in investigating this horrible disaster. I suppose better precautions for such accidents should have been taken, but at least not a lot of lives were taken compared to other and bigger fires. When ever police do their best to investigate so such problems won't happen again are very good signs and help the community feel better and safer.

Annabel McGill The Queen's Portraits

Summary: Andy Warhol has created four paintings of Queen Elizabeth the 2nd. She was a very big influence on England and the paintings are a good last impression of her as a leader. The paintings will be displayed at the Windsor Castle. Andy Warhol has always said that one day he wanted to be as famous as the Queen and now he's painting portraits of her. There will be a few other art pieces as well will be on display along side the pop-artist's paintings.

Analysis: Andy Warhol is an amazing artist and it is great that he is painting portraits of Queen Elizabeth. She has been a great leader and face of England. This is a great way for her to end on a good note. She has been a great person and there is not a better way to honor her than having an amazing and famous artist paint four incredible portraits.

Link: http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/queen-elizabeth-portraits-exhibition/index.html

Annabel McGill Working Out Pays Off

Summary: They have installed a new type of gym in Hull, England. It is a public gym and it is also free of charge…sort of. It is in a park and when people ride on the bikes or exercise on the treadmills and the energy that the people are using to power the machines are what is powering the lights in the gym. The energy is harnessed and so they hope that soon they will be able to make more of them and with the surplus energy they can lower the electric bills. It is an expensive project but this is a great way to get people out of bed and exercising. This is just one of the ways that different energy can be used to power other things.

Analysis: This is an amazing project and I wish that we had it in America. Obesity is a very pressing issue and a great way to motivate people to exercise is by having it possibly save them money. It is also very environmentally friendly which is another big issue that we are having. I am very glad that there has been such an amazing breakthrough and it is just one great way to not only save the environment, but our economy, and people too.

Link: http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/27/world/europe/gym-workout-watts-electricity/index.html

Maya Nelson BOMBING ON ISRAEL

 This picture right here is a picture of the after math of the bombing in Israel. The bombing began in mid August. The people of  Israel want to respond to the attacks ,but the people of Gaza decide that they want peace. Once they have peace they begin to bomb again. The international news feel as if this will be a start of another war hopefully not.The people of Israel blame Gaza for the misfortune of the death of their people and the destruction of their city.If their is anyway possible for peace to be made they sound contemplate on it swiftly before a mass destruction takes place.

http://rt.com/news/israel-gaza-strike-election-758/ (THE PLACE WHERE I GOT MY INFO)

ANALYISIS

I feel that all the bombing should just stop. The death rate is crazy. Why would you put your people at risk like that its hazardous. If all of this stops maybe we could learn to work together and bring peace to the international nations.

ty brown

Mystery dog deaths anger Russians

across russian citys such as moscow ther has been reports of  an unknown attacker posioning pet dogs. it is suspected to be the dog hunters group but they deney any invovment in the mattter. they insist thet they only go after strays. however there critics say many of them are acting out of sadistic plesure. currently the culprut of these unknown dog kllings currently unidentified.

i got the article from:
http://newstrust.net/stories/9020198/toolbar?ref=tp

Two British truck drivers arrested with heroin hidden in bread sticks- Nancy Padilla

Two truck drivers have been arrested for drug trafficking in southern Italy. The drugs were found during a routine drug check by customs officers. The drugs were hidden in between crates of bread sticks. The police said there was a high amount of drugs, at least 40kg of heroin, which would have had a street value of £20 million, in the US about 25 million dollars. Bread sticks,which are usually associated with Italy, were made by a Greek manufacturer. The truck, which was seized along with the drugs, had British license plates.



I think this shows how horrible the drug trafficking has become recently, not only is it affecting the people in Latin America, which is what everyone thinks about, but its also happing all over the world. The crimanals are getting smarter, and no matter how many we stop there will just be more back out on the streets later. Luckilky we stopped this much drugs this time.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/italy/9704324/Britons-arrested-with-heroin-hidden-in-bread-sticks.html

Websites Selling Counterfeit Goods?! CAUGHT! By Lucy Hinderliter

     Together, the U.S. and Europe are tracking down websites that are selling phony goods to unsuspecting customers. The U.S. has taken control of about 101 U.S.-based websites while Europe has taken control over 31.
   "The vast majority of these websites are operating overseas and (in) foreign countries in which we are not present. That's part of the challenge here," ICE Director John Morton said. "We're dealing with organized criminals who ... are trying very hard not to be caught."
     Having Europe help scope out these illegal websites has brought transnational pressure to transnational crime.
     "The websites are growing more sophisticated, mimicking or even duplicating legitimate websites," said Morton.
     Shoppers who visit the websites will now see a banner reading, in part: "This domain name has been seized by ICE - Homeland Security Investigations pursuant to a seizure warrant issued by a United States District Court."

Meh source:http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/cyber-monday-website-seizures/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Eurozone Reach an Agreement on Greece's Debt by Graysha Assoun

The Eurozone this Monday announced an agreement to bailout Greece and its pathetic economic state. This debt will include lower interest rates and it could help to repay its rescue loans. They are tentative to actually forgive the debt, though. In Brussels, IMF officials held a meeting to discuss these matters that lasted approximately 10 hours. They wanted to make sure that it wasn't only about money, but that they would be ensuring a brighter future for Greeks as well as the Euro area. This bailout costs will cost them around 44 billion euros that they will pay in smaller amounts. Greece has also received bailout two years ago as well, but they still feel shaky and in need of a lifeboat.

When I heard about Greece having a economic crisis a few months ago, I knew it would bring all of Europe with them in a pile of debts and many problems.  Greece is the same as Italy because Italy is going through the same crisis. Of course the right thing to do is bail Greece out, but for the sake of all of Europe and maybe even the world, lets hope they don't come crashing down again. 

SOURCES:
http://money.cnn.com/2012/11/26/news/economy/euro-imf-greece-deal/index.html?hpt=ieu_c1

Van Explosion in Oslo, Norway: Amanda Kipp

On July 22, 2011 a man named Anders Breivik exploded a van in Oslo, Norway. The explosion itself killed 8 people and wounded another 209. After detonating the van, Breivik went to a distant and isolated youth camp and shot and killed 69 people. New video footage of him walking away from the van before it explodes was found recently. This video shows Breivik walking away from the van he detonated using a bomb he built. He had parked this van adjacent to the building in which the Norwegian prime minister's offices were located. Then the bomb explodes and the video shows buildings being destroyed. This past August, Anders Breivik was charged for the murder of 77 people and is now in prison for 21 years (which is the maximum for Norway). Thankfully this terrible man was put to justice but it is good to have video evidence and proof of some of his crime. http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/11/26/15465373-video-anders-breivik-walks-from-exploding-van-in-oslo?lite

Sex Abuse By:Zaria Chambers

Many children in England have been sexually assaulted by gang members. This has brought much concern on young children and their families. There were over 2,000 children sexually assaulted from August 2010 to October 2011. Many of these children have been beaten, abducted, and trafficked. Many of the kids are in high danger. Many people urge younger people to be aware of their surroundings.


I think that this article has a negative impact on readers because of the abuse that is happening to the children in England. I also think that it is a negative impact on readers because it talks about gangs and what they do to these young children. I knew that the article had to do with danger to children because of the title sex abuse. I hope that all the people who are involved with this get arrested and get put in prison for the rest of their life because of the hurt it is causing children and their families.




Source:
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/21/world/europe/uk-children-abused/index.html

HEATHER MCKAY

Four days of non stop rain in England has caused a huge flood. while over 800 properties have been flooded, only one death has been recorded. The woman was killed after a tree fell on top of her. Rain carried into early this morning and the amount of injuries and deaths since Wednesday have not been released. Help is offered in many ways an it seems as if everybody there will recover without too much damage.
Source:
http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/25/world/europe/britain-floods/index.html

Flood in England Kills 1- Iris Hughey

Days and days of heavy rain have caused flooding in the southwestern parts of Wales in England, causing at least one death. A woman was killed in Devon Saturday night when a tree fell on her. The UK Environment Agency posted a severe flood alert in the town of Helston, where the River Cober was rising over its banks, warning towns across England to prepare for more high water. Also, over Twitter the Prime Minister David Cameron said the scenes of the flooding were "shocking" and that "everything is being done to help.". I hope that everything IS being done to help and that they can get groups of people unharmed by the flood to help people and families that are.

Link: http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/25/world/europe/britain-floods/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Turmoil in Catalonia by Corran Nolan

Artur Mas, head of the CiU, is making headway in his goal for Catalonia to be not just a province of Spain, but to be part of the European Union as its own free country. Even  though the CiU lost 12 of its seats in the election, it is still the majority leader. The call for the separation of Catalonia from Spain came after an argument over government funding. Catalonians feel they are bearing a disproportionate amount of weight from the economic crisis, being one of the wealthiest regions of Spain. But there are still many trials ahead, namely the Prime Minister and the Popular Party. They are very much against the separation of Catalonia because of the 40 Billion Euros in debt and 1-out-of-4 unemployment rate. Though, through all of the obstacles, Mas is going full force ahead int his goal for the separation.

This article is important because we have not had a country split from another to create a new country for a long time. This also shows that the power that the Euro once had is now slowly diminishing because of bad decisions made by both the European Union and the countries that make it up. I don't know how this will turn out, but however it does, it will certainly be interesting to see how the countries deal with this.

Source: http://www.worldcrunch.com/world-affairs/catalonian-elections-shaky-support-for-separation-from-spain/spain-catalonia-elections-mas-eu/c1s10242/#.ULQ5qIfO39w

Fire kills 14 at workshop for disabled in Germany-Deyzya Hardeman

In southwestern Germany a fire erupted in a disabled workshop where 14 people died. In the fire several people were injured. The police believe that the fire may have spread due to an explosion in a work room. Dr. Peter Neher, president of the German Caritas Association contacted the family and friends of the people who passed."We know that the responsible colleagues on site will do everything to find out the causes of this horrible event," Neher said. The coorporation will try to bring slowly back to normal.
http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2
Deyzya Hardeman

The Queen's Perfect Jubilee Year Finish by Kendall Ray

     As the Queen of England's grand Jubilee year comes to a close, it receives a hall-of-fame finish. Just recently, four glorious portraits of Queen Elizabeth went on display in her home. These works of art were done by none other than Andy Warhol. Nice one, Queen!
     These Warhol-esque projects are diamond crusted because of the Queen's royal nature. They are of course done in a playful way with the experimentation of colors and on made on screenprints. These projects are only some of all the art that has been aquired for Queen Elizabeth made by various painter, sculptors and all-around artists.
     Queen and art fanatics alike are all raving about what they've seen. It is a perfect way to end this year. I know I would love to see this fantastic work!


Analysis: I found this article very cool considering what a art freak I am. Not to mention that Andy Warhol is in my top 5 artists. I know that if I were the Queen, I would be ecstatic. I mean, what girl doesn't want a shrine of creative endeavors where she was the muse?!

Original Article: http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/queen-elizabeth-portraits-exhibition/index.html

ruby aguilar, 14 dead in a workshop in germany

A fire in Germany, at a workshop leaves 14 dead bodies and several more injured. Victims were identified as workers. http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2
                                         Analysis
*CNN created the article
*I think its good that they take the time to write about important things all over the world, Its shows that there is danger all over, and where ever.
*I did not know anything about this topic.
*I know that a fire and disaster can happen anywhere, and to anyone.
*I think the article was written mainly for the people in Europe but for anyone that wants to know about other events in different parts of the world.
Ruby Aguilar 

"Spain Expands Renewables With Wave-Powered Electricity Plant" By:Sydney Magnall

      Waves are constantly crashing on the shores of the beach in Mutriku on Spain's northern coast. Would you ever think that while your walking around on the beach there are scientists below you using the waves for energy? Well, that is just what is going on! Scientists such as  Gloria Etxebarria are working on this electricity plant. "The government decided to build a breakwater to protect the harbor of Mutriku. And so making use of that decision, we decided to put there our wave energy plant," Etxebarria says." Inside the room where they generate the electricity are 16 turbines that spin when waves roll in. They use something called OWC — oscillating water columns to help generate the electricity. "We have some chambers, and when the wave arrives, it pushes — the wave pushes, compresses the air inside the chambers. So the air goes through a turbine and drives it, which in turn drives an alternator, so producing electricity," Etxebarria says". Another thing about these turbines is that the salt water, which could ruin the turbines, doesn't actually touch the turbines, just air pushed by the waves!

     I think this is really amazing who would of thought that this was possible. I think this just shows how technology is continuing to grow. Who would of ever thought that you could use waves to make energy?



http://www.npr.org/blogs/alltechconsidered/2012/11/26/165911832/spain-hopes-for-economic-boost-with-wave-powered-electricity-plant

Fire kills at workshop for disabled in Germany- Joseph Katinas

In southwest Germany fire raged through a workshop for disabled people on Monday, which resulted in 14 people dead. The killed were identified as workers and a counselor at the Caritas workshop in Titisee-Neustadt, the town the incident occurred in. This was reported by Karl-Heinz Schmid, a Freiburg police spokesman. Several other people were hurt he said. Another member of the Freiburg police said an explosion in one storage room could have caused the fire that prompted a big response from firefighting crews. Dr. Peter Neher, president of the German Caritas Association, extended sympathies to the victims' families. "We know that the responsible colleagues on site will do everything to discover the causes of this horrible event," he said in one statement. I think this article is sad. It's unfortunate this had to happen to disabled people too. edition.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Fire in Germany, destroying 14 people. Emma Hernandez

A fire broke out in southwestern Germany. It killed 14 people at a workshop. The victims of the fire were workers, as well as a counselor of Titisee-Neustadt. Many other people we hurt also.

(Analyses)  
Hopefully the families of the 14 people who died during the fire are okay, as well as the other people who were hurt. Hopefully they get better.

14 died in fire in Germany- TeeDee Simons

In southwestern Germany on Monday 14 people died in a fire. This fire took place in a workshop for the disabled. The ones who died were workers and a counselor and several were badly hurt in the blaze. The police said an explosion in a storage room might have started the fire. The President of German Caritas was sympathetic towards the victims and victim's families.

My Source: http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

This article was written by a CNN wire staff  and was published November 26. This is so sad because it took place in a home for the disabled which there are not many of. Thankfully 165 Catholic organizations are working and funding this emergency. This article informs the reader on a tragic event that has a negative effect on them because of it is sad.

Babysitter jailed for raping girl- Margaret Canady

Photography student Red Saunders, 23, pretended to be a babysitter and tricked the parents of two girls (ages six and eight) into allowing him to spend hours "playing games" with them. Saunders of Redhill, Surrey in England pleaded guilty to 24 charges, including raping the eight year old girl, sexual assault, encouraging children to engage in sexual activity and owning as well as making indecent images of children.

Saunders had taken more than 4,000 video and photographs of young girls. He had taken photography of himself abusing the children he "babysat", as well as editing footage he took from filming girls in parks with child pornography. Saunders also had an "abduction diary", where he recorded how to set out and abduct little girls, abuse them, then kill and get rid of their bodies.

While Saunders was told he may only have to serve a minimum of eight years in prison for rape charges, Judge Peter Rock said Saunders may never be released.

In 2005, Saunders was put on the sex offenders register for 5 years after photographing a five year old girl at a gym. He was also ordered to take sessions with a psychologist. At that time, Surrey Social Services said he had a "depraved interest" and "his fantasies included abducting a seven-year-old girl".

This article was so disturbing to read. How could a person be so screwed up, and have such crazy, abominable thoughts in their head? What I don't understand is how this guy was allowed to be around children after being charged and convicted before! Obviously, his first offense was not something to be taken lightly: a full investigation, including a psychological report, was carried out, he was deemed a sex offender, and he already had these abduction thoughts in his head. AT THE AGE OF 15. He should have been watched carefully.

I hope he gets jailed for life. If I were the parents of the eight-year-old girl who got raped, I wouldn't be able to sleep at night if he was released.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-20470501

Extreme Flooding - Elvira Gamboa

In England and parts of Wales there has been a major amount of flooding happening. One death has ocurred so far. A tree fell on top of  a woman. The area has had 4 days of rainfall in a row with more on the way. More than 800 properties have been flooded already. Help is being sent and flood warnings are being issued.
Source:http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/25/world/europe/britain-floods/index.html?hpt=hp_bn2

AND THEY ALL FALL DOWN: By Daizha Lankford

What Happens when a crash leaves 6 people dead? The mourning citizens of Italy found out just today. November 26th, 2012 the CNN wire staff  posted an article. A train taking its usual route through Rossano. The CNN staff quotes "All those killed had been inside the vehicle, with ANSA citing reports that at least some of them were Romanian migrant workers who had been picking clementine oranges in the region." The main point is that anything can happen anytime. Anybody can read this and feel a little emotional and sad. To think our safety everywhere is on the line with public transportation. I really hope all of the families and friends of the victims will get the closure they need. 

http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/24/world/europe/italy-train-deaths/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Garment Workers Stage Angry Protest After Bangladesh Fire by Tristam Vowell

In Dhaka,Bangladesh, thousands of garment workers put up an angry protest after a fire killed 112 workers in the factory. The protestors have blocked streets and are forcing factories to close for a time. All that's been done in reguard to the fire is the prime minister offering prayers for the dead and their families (not saying that isn't anything but in reality it did nothing financially for the families), and the rest was up to the protestors to help stop the factories from continuing the hourly work shifts for now.

Texas teens killed in Oklahoma- Kelsi Harris

Two middle school students were killed in a head-on collision in Oklahoma. The teens were headed to Missouri to move into their new home after living with their grandmother in Garland along with their mother. Willis, 13-year-old Syrrena Sanderson and 14-year-old Drake Cobb were killed. Seven-year-old Maryssa Sanderson is in serious condition with head, leg and internal injuries. Two people in the other car also died in the crash. Drake was a quiet and gentle 14 year old, and Syrrena was a very smart young lady. Grandmother, Dorothy Whitaker said she was very happy to send them off but didn't know it would be her last time seeing them.

http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Two-Garland-teens-killed-in-Oklahoma-crash-180901691.html

14 Killed During Fire in Germany By: Taylor Marsh

On Monday a fire in Germany started at a workshop for the disabled. Mostly workers and one counselor was injured. Also serveral other people were injured. In total 14 people were killed and 8 were injured.  It is said that the fire started in a storage room.
This is a terrible accident its so sad that so many people lost their lives and also some were injured. I feel so bad for them, and i hope everyone involved feels better.

Sources: http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Greece under a dept crisis - Amanda Cervantes

Eurozone finance ministers have agreed to cut dept and release bailout loans for Greece which is in dept. Greece has been waiting since June for the final releasment of loans, and will now hopefully get more stable for a better future.Greece's international leaders have agreed to reduce the dept from 144% to 124% of its gross domestic product by 2020 to help keep them afloat.


http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-20506251

"fire kills 14" by Sophie Goetzmann

     There was a major fire at a workshop in Germany that killed 14 people. It killed 14 people and injured 8 people. The fire was in south-western Germany at a place for mental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. The police said there were 50 people in the building when the fire started, it most likely started in a store room. Someone first noticed the fire on top of the building, the building was 3 stories high. Over 300 firefighters came to the rescue to help, which included helicopters. There was also large amounts of smoke that is deadly from the fire.
  I think this article is very sad. Alot of people lost their lives from a small store room.

source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-20494988

German Workshop Fire Kills 14 People By Maddie Ibarra

A small workshop run by Caritas, a relief organization in the Catholic Church, caught fire in Titisee-Neustadt, German on November 26. This workshop was believed to be used for woodwork and metal work. Firemen say that there were 50 people in the building when the fire started. The fire started to spread from the third floor roof at 2 this afternoon. The fire spread quickly through the building. Once the firemen and helicopters got to the sight, most of the building was in flames. After the firemen had entered the building and all came back out, it was confirmed that not everyone had made it out in time. There are 14 confirmed deaths and as of now, 8 that are injured. The reason for the fire starting is still unknown. "We know the colleagues at the scene will do everything to find out the cause for this terrible event," Caritas president Peter Neher was quoted by AFP news agency as saying."Thinking if this had happened to me or someone that I knew, it really breaks my heart. This disaster was unexpected and maybe even unpreventable. I can imagine that the families who lost loved ones in the fire are suffering. The police and firemen who were at the scene might feel hopeless as well. It is no ones fault that this happened. I hope that if any blame is put onto anymore that they can forgive themselves because this was uncalled for and more than likely no one knew that it was going to happen. 

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-20494988

Baby Box Blunders- Kennedi Mayes

Recently in England, there have been discussions of repealing the baby boxes that have recently been adopted throughout Europe. These boxes are places where mothers who don’t want their children can abandon them and give them a chance at life. The boxes are located in certain hospitals across Europe and they are basically incubators to keep the children warm. There is a motion sensor that causes a bell to go off 2 minutes after the baby is dropped off which gives the mother time to leave without her identity being known. Some humans’ rights advocates have tried to challenge the rationality of these boxes by saying, “These boxes violate children's rights and also the rights of parents to get help from the state to raise their families."

There are two ways the argument can go really. On one side, forcing the mothers to face their problems might lead to child abuse and further social issues. On the other hand, it can lead to young people being able to be irresponsible and throw away their problems and recreate them. Also, this could act as a saving center for a mother who really can’t support her child.

The intentions for these baby boxes were good and aimed to help young mothers who were victims of different issues, but it really is a controversial topic because not only would this be taking away an opportunity for  a child to live a better life, but it would also be a huge waste of money if it’s revoked. I really don’t know which option would be the most beneficial for that country, but however the decision is made; I hope it will be made for the better and benefit of the young women.

My source:

http://news.yahoo.com/europe-mulls-banning-boxes-abandoned-babies-075454911.html

A Workshop for the Disabled Burns Down -Hadassah Lai

On Monday, a fire had started in a workshop for the disabled in southwestern Germany and killed 14 people. The victims were mostly workers and one counselor. Many other people were hurt too. Although the start of the fire is still a mystery, the police has suspected that an explosion in a storage room may have been the cause. Firefighters had rushed to the scene, but they were a little bit too late. There was an assembly held for the victims' families and friends.

I think this is a very tragic accident. The fact that it was a workshop for the disabled just makes it even sadder. I found it extremely touching that the deaths only involved workers and a counselor. No disabled were killed. I think that this had happened, because the workers had risked their lives to save the disabled. This is just so sweet, and I respect them for their sacrifice.

Source: http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Fire Kills 14 in Germany by Sylvie Lednicky

Today in Germany, a fire raged through a factory for disabled workers. The company is owned by a section of the Catholic Church that is working for humanitarianism and the expansion of international development. Thirteen workers were killed and also one counselor. Firefighters rushed to the scene and one of them thinks that it was caused by an explosion in a storage room. I hope that the cause is found quickly so that they can fix the problem for future employees and the survivors. I extend the greatest sympathies to the loved ones of those who passed on.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

Heroin Hidden in Breadsticks!! By Jared Brown

Two men, ages 32 and 42, were arrested at a port in Bari after traveling by ferry from Greece. The two men  had disguised themselves as food merchants and hid heroin inside of breadsticks. The heroin was found after a security check by a couple of officers. They were Immediately taken into custody with the charge of drug trafficking.

Link:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/italy/9704324/Britons-arrested-with-heroin-hidden-in-bread-sticks.html

14 Die in Fire at a Workshop for Disabled in Germany - Lysette Barrera

On Monday, November 26th, a fire started in a disabled workshop in southwestern Germany. 14 people were killed. The victims included workers and a counselor at the Caritas workshop in Titsee-Neustadt. It is said that an explosion in the storage room most likely caused the fire. Caritas International is a "global confederation of 165 Catholic organizations working in humanitarian emergencies and international development."

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The UK's Crazy Paparazzi by Lashaun Morgan

Summary: Recently a journalist for a newspaper article hacked a person phone to get the scoop on something good. They found something, and twisted it to public humiliating the family. This is not the only thing that has popped up in the newspaper lately. Millions of journalist have been hacking into people's phones, and twisting stories. A UK's World News journalist states that "That is what we do. We go out and destroy other people's lives."

Source: http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/opinion/uk-press-regulation/index.html?hpt=ieu_t3




Analysis: This article was written by Brian Cathcart for CNN. This article was created at 11:40 a.m November 26, 2012.  The author wrote this article in favor of the citizens of the UK, and I personally agree with him. By just from looking at the paparazzi we have, and how they do celebrities. I think this article was written, because the citizens are fed up with the invasion of privacy and are speaking out through his voice. This article was written to tell citizens of how paparazzi is getting out of hand, and also to the journalist to tell them to chill out.

TRAIN KILLS 6 PEOPLE IN ITALY

After a train slammed a car 6 people died this Saturday evening in southern Italy. According to the official ANSA news agency the crash occurred around 5:15 pm. (11:15 am). The car was struck and dragged 600 meters until it finally came to a stop. The people killed in the vehicle where Romanian migrants who where picking oranges in the region. Officers have been investigating this case to determine what happened. 

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Analysis- I think that they committed suicide. Thats what I think.

  http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/24/world/europe/italy-train-deaths/index.html

Mark Carney is the new governor of the Bank of England by Cruz Rendon

Mark Carney is the current governor of the bank of Canada but he recently got named the governor of the bank of the UK. Parliament decided this and they are very pleased with his leading of Canada so they think he'll do well . The article is by BBC. It was written very recently and the author (whoever it is) seems to agree with the decision. I didn't know much on this subject so it was kind of difficult to understand. Its written for older age groups who are interested in politics and its positive. It was written to give information. The main idea is that there's going to be a new governor of the bank of the UK and its important because it informs us on what's going on and what we should expect.

If you wanna read more. Go to. http://bbc.co.uk/news/business-20501990

14 People Killed In Fire At German Workshop For the Disabled - Rian Pettit

   Fourteen people were killed, while eight were injured when a fire broke out in a workshop in Germany for the disabled.The center gave people will physical or mental disabilities jobs. Thirteen disabled people and one of the faculty's social worker. "The biggest problem this afternoon was the smoke situation," said Alfred Oschwald, another Freiburg police spokesman. It is thought that smoke inhalation is the cause of death for the fourteen people.  Over 100 hundred firefighters raced to the scene to subdue the fire. It was not completely sure how many people needed to be saved, but on average has about 120 people. The cause of the fire is still currently trying to be determined.

  When I read this article it was heartbreaking, it was really nice that a center does exist that helps people with physical and/or mental disabilities though. I hope and pray that these families and people will be able to find peace and healing through this journey and the cause of this fire can be figured out.  

http://news.yahoo.com/fire-german-workshop-disabled-kills-14-152440611.html

Sweden confirms adults with ADHD commit fewer crimes? -Anneke Davis

ADHD, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, a pretty common "disease". A disorder that isn't really curable but can be controlled with the proper medication. Sweden, along with the rest of western Europe, got results from studies that showed a majority of patients over the age of 15 that have ADHD and are on their medications, commit fewer crimes than when they're not. It is said that the treatment has a certain influence on the patience, a more controlled and positive influence that decreases the result in criminal behavior.

( ADHD medication. Picture Source: Bloomberg.com)

On my note of this article, I think it's pretty obvious that the criminal rates would be lower when people are on their medication rather than when theyre off. Of course, their behaviours are under controlled and thier calm. I think this applys to anyone on any medication, because like I said theyre more in controled and their bodies arnt just taking over, doing without thinking.

This article was written by Makiko Kitamura, on Novemeber 21st 2012 at 4:00 p.m.

Source:http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-11-21/adults-with-adhd-commit-fewer-crimes-when-medicated.html

-Anneke Davis

poison pen and poison gun found on N. Korea assassin - Noe Perales

All you might feel is someone brush by you and a slight pin prick. But very quickly you would be suffering muscle paralysis followed by suffocation.This is the deadly effect of just one of the weapons found on a failed North Korean assassin last year on the busy streets of Seoul.

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England flooding kills 1, more on the way- Cassidy Kaye

Days of pouring rain have led to flooding in southwestern England and parts of Wales and at least one death. A flood warning/report has been filed on the town of helston. More than 800 properties have been flooded since wednesday.

This article is written to inform others of the flood. It has an informative impact on its readers.

http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/25/world/europe/britain-floods/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

14 Killed in Fire by Elaine Hennig

14 people were killed in a fire in southwestern Germany. Others were injured. The fire was at a workshop for the disabled in the town of Titisee-Neustadt. The victims were identified to be workers and a counselor of the workshop. Police say the fire may have been started from an explosion in a storage room.

Fires are a pretty common occurrence, but since this one was in a public place it is more of a public issue. It also killed 14, which is pretty high. Hopefully the cause of the fire will be determined so that something like this won't happen again.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/26/world/europe/germany-workshop-fire/index.html?hpt=ieu_c1

London Girl Punched Unconscious by Elaine Hennig

London police are looking for a man who knocked a girl unconscious completely unprovoked. As seen in the video above, the unknown assailant jogged up behind the teenage girl, punched her a single time, and jogged away. the 16-year-old was left motionless behind him. Apparently the attacker had "followed the girl for 500 yards from her home before jogging closer to hit her".  Police are looking for anyone with information on the attacker. He is described as "a black man of a muscular build, with a shaven head. he is about 6 feet tall, aged 25 to 30 and was wearing a baseball jacket and jeans".

This is a pretty shocking article, especially along with the video. It seems as though the man did this for no reason, and then just casually ran away afterwards. It is important because it could appeal to someone who has information about the attacker, who may not be found otherwise.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/21/world/europe/uk-police-girl-hit/index.html

Train Accident in Italy Killed 6 by Lossiebeth Hudspeth

Six people were killed Saturday evening after a train collided with a vehicle. The small car was hit and dragged approximately 2,000ft before stopping. The six people killed were reported to be inside the vehicle. The scene was appalling as a rescuer had described. The scene of the collision has been cornered off for further investigation as what happened.
I hope police and investigators find out what happened in this accident. I'm sure that accidents like this are as rare as they are in the US.
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/24/world/europe/italy-train-deaths/index.html?c=europe

Husband wants answers over wife whose death sparked abortion debate by Nic Robertson. Layla Brent

This is a remarkable story of how a husband is doing all that he can to find the truth about his wifes death. I believe that based on information given aboout the situation that the hospital was the main reason that his wife died. Also, I trust that you will find this story just as interesting as I do.
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/23/world/europe/ireland-abortion-controversy/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

England flooding by Milan Hamilton

     

 Heavy rains have brought flooding in southwestern England. One woman was killed when a tree fell on her Saturday night and several counties have been warned about a severe flood alert. One region as seen 4 days of non stop rain. Officials warn the residents to use the day to prepare for more flooding as the days come.

      This article is important because it shows you what rain can do when it floods. This is good to know so that people will be prepared and hopefully evacuate so that they don't get caught up in the storm. I pray for the family who lost a loved one. I hope that everyone makes it through the flooding okay.

http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/25/world/europe/britain-floods/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2

4 Chinese oil workers freed by Columbian rebels- Joseph Katinas

In Bogota, Columbia, four chinese oil workers have been freed in the same southern jungles where the country's largest rebel group had kidnapped them 17 months ago, police said Thursday. The four Chinese nationals, three contractors and a translator, were the only foreigners known to still be held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Columbia, or FARC. There release around midnight Wednesday to the International Red Cross comes three days after FARC and Columbia's government began peace talks in Cuba that were partially conditioned on the rebels extortive kidnappping. It led Columbia's defense minister to call them 'mendacious and traitorous' Thursday for having claimed in September to no longer hold kidnap victims. The rebels announced in February that they were halting all kidnapping and they insist they hold no more captives, neither "political prisoners" nor "economic" hostages. The FARC has been fighting successful Columbian governments for half a century and has used political kidnapping for leverage and as a financing source, at one point lodging three U.S. military contractors as well as several dozen prominent Columbian politicians. Asked whether or not a ransom was paid for the men's release, Chinese ambassador Wang Xiaoyuan told reporters in Bogota that "a ransom was not even demanded.". He said no one ever claimed responsibility for the kidnapping. I like this article. It showed how a disagreement was settled without a single shot. news.yahoo.com/4-chinese-oil-workers-freed-columbian-rebels-230102812--finance.html

Historic jewish cemetery in Carribean fades away- Joseph Katinas

In Williemstad, Curaçao, one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in the Western Hemisphere, Beth Haim on the island of Curaçao is slowly fading in the Carribean sun. Beth Haim is a very old popular island despie having a small population. Curaçao is so rich in history that it's downtown has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Because the island has lavish monuments and multilingual epitaphs, Curaçao's cemetery helps tell the little-known history of Jews in the Carribean. Sadly, though, the landmark is in danger. The steady erosion is now considered unstoppable, said Rene Maduro, president of the Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue, which owns and maintains the cemetery. "Believe me, I wish there was something we could do to protect the cemetery," said Maduro, whose family had come to Curaçao in the 1600s and has 75 to 100 ancestors buried in Beth Haim. "It is beyond the point of repair." I think this article is sad. It shows how you have to be careful and you should always remember, protect, and learn from the past. news.yahoo.com/historic-jewish-cemetry-carribean-fades-away-185552977.html