Monthly Archives: February 2010

Vigilante Justice – South Africa

May 1999 In this report South Africa’s growing vigilante crisis is thrown into sharp relief when the rape of a black girl is publicly avenged Some of her attackers live in her street and she now fears for her life. … Continue reading

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The Statue

What do you think? beliefs christianity islam judaism religious beliefs christian faith hinduism church god buddhism bible tradition culture rituals cultures belief traditional muslims muslim catholicism practices islamic cultural protestant traditions customs catholics views on christians religious studies people the … Continue reading

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where was iron maidens ‘can i play with madness’ video set?

The video was set in Tintern Abbey, which is a ruin of some old church somewhere in England (search for it in wikipedia for more detailed info). up the irons

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What historic african american person should i do for my project?

Well I have a project and I have to write about one historic african american person!But I don’t know who I should do.So please help me and tell me who I should do! I need help. I would say Marthur … Continue reading

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What is the exact day apartheid started and ended in South africa?

If you cant find it, can you tell me the month it happened in? This is referring to south africa, if the date is not known just tell me. Apartheid as a general social policy has been in effect since … Continue reading

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Can someone please help me with my MUN research?

I’m new to MUN, and my very first conference is on Saturday so as you have probably guessed I’m really confused. I know that I should keep in mind my country’s policies, so I don’t make a complete fool of … Continue reading

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Know any ocean lore? anything about sea maidens?

I want to base my Halloween costume on somebody like the Lorelei, can anyone give the name and story of some sort of sea goddess? (but someone with more of a story than "she married poseidon") Yes, Leucothea Leucothea was … Continue reading

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Can I keep my African Violets on the outdoor patio ?

I am currently keeping my African Violets on the outdoor pation in the moderately shaded area, away from the direct sunlight. Is it OK? one of the plants, i used to keep in the sun and the leaves lost its … Continue reading

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What is the political climate of South Africa?

You know how all nations generally have a distinct political climate, right? For example, the general attitudes, key issues, nature of elections, voter sentiment, etc. Those in the United States are slightly different from those in Brazil which are slightly … Continue reading

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What is the difference between PPP and GNI?

Purchashing power parity and gross national income.. is there a difference? And where can I find the current GNI of a country– CIA world factbook does not have it on there… http://www.nationmaster.com/graph/eco_gro_nat_inc-economy-gross-national-income PPP – An economic theory that estimates the … Continue reading

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