Daily Archives: March 30, 2008

Santhal:Largest Tribal Community in India

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Largest tribal community in India, found mainly in the states of West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Orissa. Satars or Santhals are one of the most backward ethnic groups of the neighboring country Nepal. In Nepal, they live in the districts … Continue reading →

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Media Hype on ‘Melting’ Antarctic Ignores Record Ice Growth

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

The media is once again hyping an allegedly dire consequence of man-made global warming. This time the media is promoting the ice loss of one tiny fraction of the giant ice-covered continent and completely ignoring the current record ice growth … Continue reading →

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Ice cubes melt on volcanoes

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Andrew Bolt wrote on March 29,2008: It may not be just warmer water that’s caused part of Antarctica – ice sheets on the smaller Western part – to melt, after all. The glaciers there just happen to be sitting close … Continue reading →

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Netherlands

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

    Introduction Netherlands Background: The Dutch United Provinces declared their independence from Spain in 1579; during the 17th century, they became a leading seafaring and commercial power, with settlements and colonies around the world. After a 20-year French occupation, … Continue reading →

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