Monthly Archives: July 2007

Zombies for Gore

Posted on July 5, 2007 by Thanos

I found an interesting picture on the web of a group poking fun at the Goracle, and just had to post it. ,,, …. Don’t these guys know that if the Goracle’s prophecies come true that we will soon be … Continue reading →

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Lal Masjid Finale; Rashid Hides Behind the Burqa as Well

Posted on July 5, 2007 by Thanos

At about 4am the operation against lal masjid has taken place. Heavy firing and bomb shelling has surrounded the environment. The walls of Lal Masjid are damaged and police is trying to enter into the mosque. Announcements have been made on loudspeaker, by the military men, demanding the surrender of remaining persons inside; otherwise they will face the consequences. Many students are still surrendering. Continue reading →

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Fourth of July

Posted on July 4, 2007 by Thanos

Normally I would write an essay on liberty, freedom, capitalism, independence, self-determination (Autarkes in ancient Greek) but.. I’m wiped-out from staying up overnight following events in Pakistan. So, time with family is actually more important than time with you on … Continue reading →

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Lal Masjid Jamia Hafsa Video Footage

Posted on July 4, 2007 by Thanos

Here’s some video footage of Aunty Aziz demonstrating how to wear a veil [sorry this video was removed from the service]

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Lal Masjid Update – Abdul Aziz Captured, Mehsud Fighters in Mosque

Posted on July 4, 2007 by Thanos

Update: 2:401. 600+ Students (male and female) came out of jameya and surrendered. Continue reading →

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Google Eagle

Posted on July 4, 2007 by Thanos

Many blogs have complained about Google’s lack of commemorating some holidays, but this year for the Fourth they’ve done well and deserve kudos. Great logo, and thanks Google. Notice that the eagle carries a sheaf of grain, and a sheaf of arrows. … Continue reading →

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Al Qaida Massacres Civilians and Children at al Hamira; Media Silent

Posted on July 4, 2007 by Thanos

Update to previous post — Michael Yon ponders the media silence in the face of Al Qaida attrocities here. Continue reading →

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Seven Suicide Bombers Captured in Gilgit

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Thanos

Seven Suicide bombers intent on “assassinating important personages” were captured in Gilgit, a rough mountain valley town near the border of Afghanistan. Gilgit was also once rumored to be the hiding place of Osama Bin Laden. From the Chitral Times: … Continue reading →

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Curfew in Islamabad; Lal Masjid Operation Imminent

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Thanos

Pakistan’s government has declared a curfew in residential areas around Islamabad’s Lal Masjid (red mosque) and that it will be launching an operation against the terrorists Continue reading →

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For God’s Sake

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Thanos

“Kuda Kay Liye” is a film that depicts the escalation of conflict, both philosophical and physical, between moderate Muslims and the extremists in Pakistan. Since the public sentiment is heartily against the extremists, they must try by force and coercion to … Continue reading →

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