Brian Steel On Sathya Sai Baba?s Credibility Gap. John Hislop Contributions
2009-07-16 01:58:00 In some ways, it is regrettable that scholarly habits can limit readership. It is fortunate that Brian Steel writes clearly. His background is in academic studies and teaching at a leading Australian university. His fairly lengthy January 2009 piece Sathya Sai Baba?s credibility gap: Contributions by John Hislop deserves to see light of day. One might well think that thoughtful readers who still adhere to Sathya Sai Baba would, nonetheless, still be among Steel's appreciative readers. Other readers who likely to find value in Steel's writing would surely include those who have left the Sathya Sai Baba fold who appreciate historic overviews of the movement of which they have been a part. The calmness and balance of the writing are key strengths.
The Duncan Diaspora Continues
2009-07-09 15:59:00 Xavier Botana, who worked at both CPS and at ISBE, is headed to Portland, according to this report in the Oregonian which notes that Botana worked for CPS since 2002, started as a bilingual teacher, and -- my favorite part -- got his BA and MA from Chicago State. I'm sure many of you will say good riddance, and I don't have much firsthand knowledge to share, but I sort of liked the guy. He made some mistakes, sure, and I suppose could have resigned or done something heroic rather than continuing to take a paycheck but who does that, really? He was responsive, not particularly secretive (though he avoided my calls and ignored my emails), didn't seem obviously self-aggrandizing,...
Prominent Indians Berate India?s Rife Political Corruption
2009-07-06 00:56:00 Many are the intellectually extremely dishonest ploys used by those who fanatically oppose the exposure of Sathya Sai Baba and core leaders of his sect. One of these ruses intended to blacken those who have stood for truth for a great many years of their lives is that former devotees who speak out are "India bashers". To point out how he and his key servitors have only deepened the corruption that is rife in India greatly displeases them. They do not stop to consider that there are forces - many of them tremendously courageous - who criticise India from within. The fact that Sathya Sai Baba's apologists will not face is that Sai Baba has many times said that he and his Sathya Sai Organization are going to save the world, mostly within his own lifetime. He has failed.
Iran Outrages Show Importance of Film and Other Evidence Against Oppression
2009-06-25 13:53:00 The violent suppression by security forces in Iran, just as the oppression practised on a vast scale by China, reminds one of the importance of photographic exposure of various kinds of abuses. Techology is at the forefront in exposing outrages against and oppression of human beings. Witness Iran right at this moment. As a result of BBC, Doordarshan and other footage, fake miracles of Sathya Sai Baba have been exposed
Sathya Sai Baba: ?Considerable Concern? In Wider Hindu Community
2009-02-21 00:00:00 ?There is considerable concern among the Hindu Community, especially among the educated. It is very hard to get any action from the temples as they do not wish to cause difficulties with the Sathya Sai Baba groups. People are starting to distance themselves from Sathya Sai Baba. It?s going to be gradual process of education. The biggest impact it appears was the ?The Secret Swami? ? it seems it has had a tremendous negative effect on Sathya Sai Baba".
Sathya Sai Baba?s Promise To ?Clean Up? His ?Own Back Yard (India) Unfulfil
2009-01-16 01:56:00 India is trying to get the world to take her seriously. But this wish cannot be fulfilled (except superficially and cynically) when so many within India's elites fling themselves at highly questionable gurus and astrologers. It is well-known that many diplomats and those who do business with India hide their contempt behind obligatory and well-trained polite smiles.
The Diaspora might not end in aliyah
2008-12-18 20:05:00 Throughout our history, Jews several times largely abandoned Judaism. From the golden calf to widespread paganism of the era of Judges to movie star worship of our days, Jews often lapsed from the religious high stand. Many Jews welcomed the Antiochus? Hellenistic reforms; Jews of the Roman world? Diaspora intermingled with pagans enough that the ...
By: Samson Blinded
India?s ?Emperor? Sai Baba. By His Lavish Spending Ye Shall Know Him
2008-11-22 22:45:00 Sathya Sai Baba has said that the world should come to him with empty hands. On the other hand, he has succeeded in getting many to come to him with their hands full of gold. The Golden Age of The World Sai Kingdom Is At Hand That gold is now flashing more than Disneyland-like at Puttaparthi, as ...
Indian God?s Birthday. Says Will Rule World. Photo
2008-11-21 01:36:00 The golden allure of India's 'God' Sathya Sai Baba, of Puttaparthi. Says he will first rule India, the the whole world. He turns 83 on 23 November 2008
Diaspora o sfida?
2008-04-24 13:37:00 Su questa cosa si può essere autoironici o si può invocare più visibilità, si può far finta di nulla o si possono rivendicare “meriti” a secondo delle sensibilità personali. Ma prima o poi la si deve affrontare in modo più articolato. Sto parlando naturalmente del destino di An dopo la fusione “a freddo”, come molti l’hanno ...
By: DestraLab
Jamaica Diaspora Spreads its Message at Ziadie Cup Soccer Match
2008-04-04 04:50:00 In a drive to educate Jamaicans living in South Florida, the Jamaican Diaspora Foundation will extend its message of collaboration and communication in the diaspora on Saturday April 26th, 2008 at the 4th Annual Dennis Ziadie Cup Soccer Match.The soccer match will be played at the Silver Shores Park, in Miramar.The Silver Shores Park is located at 15700 Pembroke Road in Miramar (Southeast corner of Dykes Road and Pembroke Road). All Jamaicans are invited to attend and learn more about the continuing organizing effort among Jamaicans across the United States.Match attendees will learn more about the upcoming Jamaican Diaspora Conference in Jamaica on June 16-17, meet advisory Board members, and learn how they can join the various committees and share their expertise and Jamaican spirit.
By: Bajan Reporter
Hurrican Katrina and American Diaspora
2008-03-14 00:19:00 Hurricane Katrina caused the biggest mass migration in U.S. history. More than than 1 million people were forced to evacuate. Although many people have been able to return home, many are still displaced. Thousands will not be able to return for years, both because the damage is so catastrophic and because so many were already living in poverty. Many experts are telling churches and other groups to focus on helping people relocate permanently. So where are they?This neat map was based on more than 40,000 postings on Internet "safe lists" by Katrina survivors. ePodunk analyzed messages containing both the person's hometown and the location after fleeing the storm. It only shows American cities, though I know some ended up in Canada, and I'm sure elsewhere also. If you click to the full version of the map you can run your cursor over the points on the map to see city names and to click to information about the community.Home
By: Red Jenny
Making rich tales of diaspora take flight
2008-02-12 12:29:00 '); E-Mail Article Listen to Article Printer-Friendly 3-Column Format Translate Share Article Text Size For Ronald Brown, the choreographer and dancer who formed Evidence Dance Company in 1985 at 19, evidence is a twin concept.
By: Get rich
Israel and the Diaspora
2008-02-12 06:00:00 As part of NIF’s Board meeting program last week in Washington, we screened a new...
By: NIF Forum
Sikh Diaspora hails Pak cabinet's approval of Sikh Marriage Ordinance
2008-01-23 12:56:00 Sikh Diaspora has hailed Pakistan Cabinet's approval of the Sikh Marriage Ordinance 2008. Now, Sikhs can get their marriages registered in Pakistan under the ordinance. Pakistan has become the first country to enact a separate law for registration of Sikh marriages. Speaking to Asian News International (ANI) over phone, Pakistan Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Syed Afzal Haider, said Pakistan's Federal Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Sikh Marriage Ordinance 2008. In all, 27 Federal Ministers, including Caretaker Prime Minister Mohammadian Soomro, had singed the ordinance. Under the ordinance any Sikh couple could come here from any part of the world to get their marriage registered, Haider said. The Pakistan government has specified six places, including Nankana Sahib, Karachi, Peshawar, Islamabad, Peshawar and Lahore, for solemnising Sikh marriages under the ordianance. He said the law comprehensively addresses the grievances of the Sikh community relating to...
By: B4U India
KENYA: Diaspora clicks in to keep Kenya talking
2008-01-06 10:35:00 Source: IRIN NEWS KENYA: Diaspora clicks in to keep Kenya talking NAIROBI, 5 January (IRIN) - The crisis prompted by Kenya’s 27 December elections has left large numbers of people stranded in various parts of the country due to insecurity on the roads and general uncertainty. Many Nairobi residents and migrant workers travelled “up-country” to spend holidays ...
Scottish Diaspora Crushed By Toni and Panucci
2007-11-17 20:21:00 Scotland crashed out of Euro 2008 after losing 2-1 to Italy in Glasgow. Not even the prayers of the nation were enough as Italy and France qualify for next years tournament.
Diaspora Africans need decolonisation of mind
2007-11-06 11:11:00 Writes: James N. Kariuki Global Africa needs a push by both the Diaspora of Enslavement and the Post-colonial Diaspora. The former has economic and political influence, especially in the US, while... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Dialogues in the Diaspora
2007-11-02 16:23:00 Somali art, film, music & culture DIALOGUES IN THE DIASPORA Sunday, 4th November 2007 7pm-11pm Hackney Empire, 291 Mare Street, London E8 1EJ Tickets: £15/ - £20 at the door Booking: 020 8985 2424/ http://www.hackneyempire.co.uk- Numbi is the largest celebration of Somali culture and music to hit London. This imaginative and passionate festival is to be held annually in London with ...
African Diaspora Delegates Explore Jewel On Bahamian Heritage In The Exumas
2007-10-21 00:04:00 African Diaspora Delegates Explore Jewel on Bahamian Heritage: By THEA RUTHERFORD, Guardian National Correspondent - Nassau, Bahamas: We arrive in Exuma on a silver-tinted morning with looming clouds. The sun is in hiding; puddles of water spot the runway at the little airport signaling an early rain. Side-stepping the puddles we walk towards the covered path on the side of the airport and into the welcomes of a group of smiling women — representatives from the Exuma Tourist Office. A group of girls, the youngest of them looking about three years old, stand in two rows dressed in black leotards, head scarves and flowing skirts of aquamarine and yellow. They begin to dance as we stand watching in surprise and pleasure. The sun comes out, splitting the pillow of clouds with its rays. The sleepy flight is forgotten. We're in Exuma — the land of the "Rolling Hills." "You all must be a ray of sunshine 'cause the sun hasn't come out all week," says one of the women from the t...
The Armenian Diaspora and Abe Foxman
2007-10-15 19:58:00 By Andrew E. Mathis In case you missed it (and really, unless you live in New England, or you’re Armenian, or you have some interested in the Anti-Defamation League [ADL] of B’nai Brith, you probably did), there’s been something of a to-do between the ADL and very specifically its leader, Abraham Foxman, and the Armenian-American community ...
Reines d'Afrique et héroïnes de la diaspora noire - Sylvia Serbin - 2004
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Remembering Great Blacks In The African Diaspora
2007-09-18 22:15:00 August was a landmark month in Historic African Diaspora in more ways than one. It was the month that saw James Seale sentenced to three life terms for the murder of two Black youth 34 years earlier.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
India - God-driven or God-forsaken?
2007-08-05 11:58:00 The words “God Lives in India” have been bandied about by numerous people, always referring to Sathya Sai Baba (who has proclaimed himself as God, Deity of All Deities). It is a film title, a song title, a book title and so on. Sai Baba has stated that God never incarnates as the Full Avatar anywhere ...
Criticism of Sai Baba No Reflection On Hinduism
2007-07-24 23:47:00 Many Sathya Sai Baba devotees assume that any questioning of him equates to a denunciation of Hinduism. However, Hindus at large do not make this assumption in the least. A major national Hindu leader has emailed me (December 5, 2006) in the terms I quote below. (Except to those in the responsible media who may wish to ...
Cost Of Cover Ups Can Far Exceed Hoped-for Benefits
2007-07-22 21:48:00 A great irony of cover-ups is this - that once they have been exposed, the initiators of the abuses sustain a cost far greater than would have attended the prompt admission of the initial misdeeds - and genuine, exhaustive measures to address the abuses. Tragically, “cost” may be multiply defined - and in far from money terms ...
Judge warned: Crippling disease won?t stop pervert
2007-07-21 04:52:00 Some devotees of Sathya Sai Baba - the ’God’ worshipped by so many of India’s top power brokers (and others beyond) who faces worldwide accusations of large-scale, serial sexual molestation of boys and young men - claim that he could not possibly offend, if he ever did, because of his age and physical incapacity, and that therefore his current ...
Malawian in Diaspora gets prestigious award
2007-07-19 00:00:00 A Malawian working as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor in Manchester, United Kingdom (UK) is a shinning example of Malawians in Diaspora as she recently received an "Inspire Award" in recognition of her achievements in construction industry. "We are pleased to announce that Chimwemwe Lungu won the Future Star award," reads a ...
By: Nyasa Times
Sai Baba?s ?Miracles? Panned In Newsweek
2007-07-18 23:08:00 From his observations of YouTube footage, in a Newsweek debate, Sam Harris opines that Sai Baba’s so-called miracles reveal him to be “a stage magician”. This view accords with that of many former Sai Baba devotees - who speak out about it - and of many devotees - who shut up about it. You can see ...
My Life As Sathya Sai Baba?s Prophecy. Part 6, Final
2007-07-08 00:08:00 Satya Purcell?s serialized account ?My Life As Sathya Sai Baba?s Prophecy? - subtitled Murder in the ‘Cathedral’! (Or Sai Baba’s Mandir) - concludes with Part 6., at: http://www.Exbaba.com. It was Sathya Sai Baba, arguably India?s most famous - or infamous - guru who named this son of Sharon and Gary Purcell, who were among foundational figures ...
?Marriage Mart? - Are Known Sex Abusees Disadvantaged?
2007-06-30 01:19:00 Witnesses Speaking Out On Sex abuse. Opportunities? Obstacles? Getting those of Sai Baba’s ex college boys and staff, with whom we have had contact over time, to speak out publicly has proven difficult. Indeed, in our own movement of exposure, except around 2000, encouraging Sai Baba’s abuse survivors, no matter what their country or culture, has been hard. At ...
How about the Diaspora parliament?
2007-06-18 00:00:00 This articles aims to highlight the significance of involving Malawians when it comes to national issues in particular those that are discussed by our parliament. The article argues that with technology, the issue of brain drain should no longer be a limiting factor to involve untapped potential of experienced and ...
By: Nyasa Times
'Harness Africa's diaspora'
2007-06-15 13:26:00 The expertise of the African diaspora should be harnessed to provide the extra capacity Africa needs as it moves to its next stage of development, a senior World Bank official tells the World Economic Forum on Africa in Cape Town.
Dalai Lama: Forgiveness does not mean forgetfulness
2007-06-15 01:07:00 At the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Australia, July 14, 2007, the 14th Dalai Lama spoke to a capacity, 15000 audience. Several large screens throughout the auditorium meant that people were able to see him close up. This well reinforced a remark that someone had made - that he was “radically informal”. It was true - he had a ...
Israel and the Diaspora: The Common Thread
2007-06-12 07:00:00 Last Tuesday, I joined my son’s second grade class for part of their “students...
By: NIF Forum
Nigeria: writing from the Diaspora
2007-06-02 22:28:00 Adeola Aderounmu discusses the reasons why Nigerians in the Diaspora write about life back home: “Over the years, the concept of writing from abroad has increased tremendously. One major aspect of these writings is the act of criticising the government. There are many internet sites that are dedicated to news and stories about Nigeria ...
TRADE-AFRICA: Europe Looks to Encourage Diaspora Investment
2007-05-31 00:00:00 NEW YORK, May 31 (IPS) - Africa's robust diaspora in Europe will soon have an investment facility to help people make direct investments to better develop their home countries thanks to a new study by the Brussels-based Africa Caribbean Pacific (ACP) Business Climate (BizClim) facility.
By: Commodity Wealth
NED to NASDAQ: A success story of Pakistani diaspora
2007-05-03 06:01:00 Owais Mughal Measuring success is a relative term. A type of success where most people seem to agree is the success in one’s profession. Pakistan’s public universities and colleges, inspite of their little known world status, have repeatedly produced people who have excelled at all world forums. We have one such recent success to report where members of Pakistani diaspora; all with ...
Orthodox Jews From Diaspora Joining IDF
2007-05-01 20:13:00 (Image: IDF members of a Nahal Haredi unit in prayer. Credit: IDF, via JTA.org)Outside of Israel, Orthodox Jews are often viewed as what the average Israeli citizens looks like (a common misconception that frustrates some of my Jewish friends).Ironically, although all Israeli's are required to enlist in the military service, Orthodox Jews (to my knowledge) are exempt for spiritual reasons. Now it seems as if one Israeli from the Diaspora is trying to change all of this by encouraging spiritual Jews to enlist.(Jewish Telegraphic Agency) Taylor, 20, is a volunteer from Los Angeles serving in an infantry battalion of Torah-observant and predominantly fervently Orthodox soldiers. His unit, Nahal Haredi, plans to launch an advertising campaign this summer in major Jewish newspapers in the United States and Britain seeking more foreign recruits.Taylor is among the more than 14,000 American Jews from across the religious spectrum serving in the Jewish state's military. According to Israe...
By: IsraGood
The New Diasporas
2007-04-17 08:40:00 Forty eight years after, the inhuman dictador Fidel Castro keeps twisting himself among his victims, tortured and political prisoners in that island turned into a jail; not even a defective health has made him change his mind.This damned character, psycologycally altered, goes on vindicating the bloody revolution, though today he is very close to sharing ...
Convention of the Goan Diaspora - FROM GOA INTO THE WORLD
2007-04-15 10:31:00 Convention of the Goan Diaspora - FROM GOA INTO THE WORLD INVITATION Casa de Goa, in Lisbon, intends to hold a CONVENTION bringing together Goans from all over the world to spend a weekend in Portugal discussing issues of common interest. We wish to celebrate the many positive contributions Goans have made to the countries in which ...
By: Goa Blog
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