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The execution of Nimr.... in Saudi Arabia

"... the execution of Nimr ... was primarily motivated by domestic politics in Saudi Arabia. Specifically, the Saudi royal family wanted to appease powerful Sunni clerics angered by the kingdom’s cooperation with the United States in the fight against ISIS, a Sunni jihadist group." http://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2016/01/iran-saudi-sunni-shiite/422808/ http://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2016/01/iran-saudi-sunni-shiite/422808/

PM lauds Harold and Hazel's Golden Anniversary milestone!

Harold and Hazel celebrate Golden Wedding anniversary One of the most popular couples in the NSW Goan community, Harold and Hazel D’Souza celebrated their half century as man and wife with a Papal Blessing during Sunday Mass at St Patrick’s Catholic Chruch, Asquith, on January 10 (their actual anniversary was January 8). They have lived in the Hornsby area since arriving in Australia in 1976. They have loved every moment of their life in the area. Their cup runneth over with three daughters and seven grand children. Among the many VIPs to congratulate them was the Prime Minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull who wrote: “On the occasion of your 50 th wedding anniversary Lucy (Mrs Turnbull) and I wish to congratulate you both on reaching this significant milestone. “Although you will undoubted receive the best wishes from many family and friends, only you and you alone will be able to reflect on the 50 wonderful years you have shared. “In speaking of love, perhap...