UK Ministry of Defence's bid for alien spaceship technologySeptember 20th, 2009 LONDON - UK's Ministry of Defence had launched an investigation of thousands of UFO sightings in the 1990s in a bid to see if alien spaceship technology could advance engines for the Royal Air Force. An unnamed wing commander was said to have set off the project in 1993 to explore possibilities for "technology transfer", according to a book based on the ministry's "X-files" of thousands of UFO sightings.
George Bush considered Obama unfit for white house, mocked Palin and ClintonSeptember 16th, 2009 LONDON - George W. Bush's former speechwriter Matt Latimer has revealed that the ex-US President considered Barack Obama unfit for the White House and dismissed Sarah Palin as a nonentity.
Book on UAE founder published in MalayalamSeptember 13th, 2009 ABU DHABI - The Indian community in United Arab Emirates has paid a tribute to the founder of the nation, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, by publishing a book on him in the Malayalam language. The book was officially released at a special ceremony at the Indian Social and Cultural Centre here during a mass Iftar banquet Saturday, WAM news agency reported Sunday.
Laura Bush supports Obama speech to school children, says presidency should be respectedSeptember 7th, 2009 Laura Bush backs Obama on school speechWASHINGTON — Former first lady Laura Bush on Monday expressed support for President Barack Obama's decision to speak to the nation's school children, saying it is "really important for everyone to respect the president of the United States."
In an interview with CNN, Mrs. Bush, a former school teacher, said, "There's a place for the president of the United States to talk to school children and encourage school children" to stay in school.
Former Bush official says he was asked to raise threat level before 2004 pollsAugust 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - The first secretary of homeland security, Tom Ridge, has asserted in a new book that he was pressured by top advisers to President George W. Bush to raise the national threat level just before the 2004 election in what he suspected was an effort to influence the vote.
Obama jokes about the 'book of secrets,' says family is feeling at home at the White HouseAugust 21st, 2009 Shhh ... Obama mum on what's in 'book of secrets'WASHINGTON — Yes, President Barack Obama has seen the fabled book of secrets from the "National Treasure" film sequel. And he's staying zipped on what's in it.
Jenna, Barbara Bush were Secret Service's nightmare, claims new bookJuly 20th, 2009 NEW YORK - George W. Bush's daughters, Jenna and Barbara, kept the Secret Service at their feet at all times, claims a new book.
Bush poster pelted with shoes in CanadaMay 30th, 2009 TORONTO - Former US President George W. Bush, who appeared at a joint "conversation" with former president Bill Clinton here Friday, was greeted with angry protests by hundreds of Canadians.
Obama to reveal Middle East approach through speech to EgyptMay 9th, 2009 WASHINGTON - When President Obama delivers his long-promised speech to Egypt on June 4, he will make his plans clear on how he would treat the Muslim nation far differently from what the Bush administration did. Although Obama can't completely ignore Egypt's poor human rights record and decades of one-man rule, the Politico opines, he sees Egypt as a key player in much that he wants to achieve in the Middle East.
Miley Cyrus slams 'trashy' celebrity gossip sitesApril 28th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Miley Cyrus has got back at gossip websites for criticizing celebrities and their lifestyle, calling them trash. The Hannah Montana actress, who has been the favourite topic for scrutiny for many gossip columns, slammed the tabloid press for trying to locate their idea of perfection in the celebrities they "target".
'Footloose' remake in trouble over Crawford's commitmentsApril 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Plans to remake 1984's hit film 'Footloose' have been thrown into crisis over Chace Crawford's commitments to teen drama Gossip Girl, it has emerged. According to E! Online, Crawford is said to be in final talks to replace Zac Efron in the film, but the actor is struggling to find time for the shoot.
Ex-President Bush aims to 'bring the reader inside the Oval Office'March 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Former President George W. Bush has said that his goal is to bring the reader inside the Oval Office for the most consequential moments "of my personal and political life," through his autobiography.
John Mayer to sue magazine over Aniston book reportsMarch 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Musician John Mayer is planning to sue a U.S. magazine over reports that he's planned to cash in on his relationship with Jennifer Aniston by writing a book.
Bush has written 30,000 words of his memoir 'Decision Point'March 19th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Former US President George W. Bush has written about 30,000 words of his memoir tentatively titled "Decision Points" that will cover everything from how he found faith, to how he quit drinking and chose Karl Rove and Dick Cheney for their respective jobs.
In inaugural speech, Obama thanks BushJanuary 19th, 2009 WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama in his inaugural speech thanked his predecessor Goerge W. Bush for 'generocity throughout this transition'.
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