The "Does human life exist beyond Earth" debate just scored another talking point with the discovery of eight new planets within the so-called "Goldilocks" -- or habitable -- zone of their stars. Astronomers with the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, or CfA, announced their findings at a meeting of the American Astronomical Society. To be considered habitable, exoplanets must orbit within a distance of their stars in which liquid water can exist on the planet's surface, receiving about as much sunlight as Earth. Hence the Goldilocks zone: Too much sunlight and the water would boil away as steam, too little, and the water would freeze. Among the eight, scientists say two are the most similar to Earth of any known exoplanets to date.
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Manchester United are unlikely to succeed in any attempt to recapture Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid, says Angel Di Maria. The Portugal international left Old Trafford for the Spanish giants in an £80 million deal in 2009 and has been incredibly successful at the Santiago Bernabeu. Sir Alex Ferguson’s former assistant, Mike Phelan, believes that Ronaldo “would listen” if United made him an offer to return but Di Maria suspects that his current success in Spain would eventually win out. “I don’t think he is coming back to Manchester,” the winger told Radio America of his former team-mate. “It’s hard to quit Real Madrid. “Maybe, but I think he’s having a great time and I don’t see that he wants to change.” Ronaldo is the favourite to retain the Ballon d’Or when Fifa hands out the prize for 2014 on January 12
There was apprehension among members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja following the absence of some of the governors of the party at the inauguration of the Presidential Campaign Organisation of the party in Abuja on Tuesday. The organisation, headed by a former National Chairman of the party, Sen. Amadu Ali, is saddled with the responsibility of selling the candidacy of President Goodluck Jonathan and his deputy, Alhaji Namadi Sambo, to Nigerians for the February 14 presidential election. Only a handful of the governors were in attendance, while about half of them did not show up for the occasion. Among the governors at the event were Emmanuel Uduaghan(Delta), Gabriel Suswam(Benue), Isa Yuguda(Bauchi), James Ngilari (Adamawa), Babangida Aliyu(Niger) and Ibrahim Dankwambo( Gombe State). However, governors Theodore Orji(Abia), Dr. Olusegun Mimiko(Ondo), Sullivan Chime(Enugu), Seriake Dickson(Bayelsa), Martin Elechi(Enugu) were absent from the inauguration. Also n
State mobilises 100,000 supporters for ex-Head of State Deputy Gov: Kano will deliver five million votes to presidential candidate Ernest Chinwo in Port Harcourt and Ibrahim Shuaibu in Kano As the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the February 14 election, General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd), commences his campaign in Port Harcourt, an official of the Rivers State government has said the state has mobilised not less than 100,000 supporters for the event. The event is scheduled to hold at the 40, 000-capacity Adokiye Amieseimaka Stadium, Igwuritali-Ali in Ikwerre Local Government Area of the state. The Director of Mobilisation for the rally, Chief Tony Okocha, who disclosed this to journalists in Port Harcourt yesterday, expressed happiness that Buhari decided to commence his campaign in the state. Okocha explained that the Director General of the Buhari campaign organisation and Rivers State Governor, Hon. Chibuike Amaechi, is the chi
The All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Major-Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has assured Nigerians that all corrupt politicians will end up in jail once he is elected into power. Buhari, who gave the assurance on Tuesday during the APC rally and the presentation of the party’s flag to Umana Umana as its governorship candidate in Akwa Ibom State in Uyo, said he would block all loopholes through which money was being siphoned out of the country. “When we come into power, anyone who steals Nigeria’s money will end up in Kirikiri Maximum Prisons. We are going to make sure that Nigeria’s wealth belongs only to Nigerians,” he said. He decried the nation’s over-dependence on oil, saying the country would not have faced the current economic downturn if the country had invested in agriculture. According to Buhari, Nigeria used to export tin and columbite, but all of a sudden stopped producing and exporting these minerals with the hope that the country has oil. On t
The Independent National Electoral Commission will not distribute the Permanent Voter Card in 15 out of the 25 local government areas in Borno State owing to the activities of the terror sect, Boko Haram, which had captured the 15 affected councils. Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Prof. Tukur Sa’ad, who spoke in Maiduguri on Tuesday, said the commission would distribute the PVC, starting on Friday, and carry out the Continuous Voter Registration in 12 local government areas in the state. The affected councils, according to him, include Bama, Askira/Uba, Gwoza, Konduga, Chibok, Damboa, Dikwa, Ngala, Abadam, Marte, Mafa, Kukawa and Kala/Balge. “Since we cannot guarantee the security of INEC and other ad hoc staff in the continuous voter registration and distribution of PVC, the commission is to distribute them in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Jere, Biu, Monguno, Gubio, Magumeri, Mobbar, Kwaya/Kusar, Bayo, Nganzai, Guzamala and Shani councils,” he added. The
It's been a turbulent start to 2015 for leading Spanish club Barcelona as it sacked director of football Andoni Zubizarreta, while Carles Puyol decided to step down from his assistant sporting director role. Zubizarreta's dismissal follows Sunday's disappointing 1-0 La Liga defeat to Real Sociedad and the news last Tuesday that the club had lost its appeal to the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) following the decision to ban it from being able to sign new players over the next 12 months. A former goalkeeper for the club, Zubizarreta had been responsible for Barcelona's transfer business since returning to the Camp Nou in July 2010. "The FC Barcelona President Josep Maria Bartomeu has decided to terminate as of today the contract of the Club's Director of Football, Andoni Zubizarreta," an official Barcelona statement read . "The President, in the name of the Club, thanks Andoni Zubizarreta for his contribution, dedication
The condition of a health worker battling Ebola in London has stabilized, but she remains in critical condition, Britain's health secretary told lawmakers Monday. On December 29, Pauline Cafferkey, 39, of Glasgow, Scotland, became the first person to be diagnosed with the virus on UK soil, after returning from Sierra Leone the day before. On Saturday, the London hospital where she is being treated said that her condition had deteriorated over two days to critical. In a statement to the British House of Commons Monday, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt commended Cafferkey and 69 other National Health Service volunteers who had spent Christmas in Sierra Leone for "the exceptional bravery and compassion they showed in joining the battle against Ebola." He said the doctor leading the team caring for Cafferkey at the Royal Free had updated him on her condition Monday morning. "As has been reported, Pauline's condition has deteriorated to a critical
An avalanche in Austria claimed the lives of two promising young ski racers Monday, the U.S. Ski Team said. Ronnie Berlack, 20, and Bryce Astle, 19, were among a group of six athletes skiing at an Austrian resort. The four others managed to ski out of the slide, the team said on its website . "Ronnie and Bryce were both outstanding ski racers who were passionate about their sport," U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association President and CEO Tiger Shaw said in a statement. Berlack, from Franconia, New Hampshire, had been named to the U.S. Ski Team's Development Team. Astle, from Sandy, Utah, had been invited to train with the development team.
I n Australia, a woman against her husband on the social networking site Facebook was difficult for false allegations. Local woman convicted in court on defamation half twelve thousand dollars (about quarter to eight million) in fines. Imposed a defamation case report of a woman's Facebook post Robin Griyu wrote on December 12, after 18 years, I finally withstand domestic violence and Pratadnha Dabrovski Miró was different. " Miró school teacher by profession, was challenged in court on the charges of Robin. The West Australian District Court ruled in favor of Miro. The judge rejected the arguments of Robin credible witness, he refused to budge. Miró to court over the falsely accused her of defamation Robin fined $ 12,500. The wife was suspicious , according to reports, the husband said his wife Miro raises his finger was on the character. Beyond doubt that my wife had an affair with someone walks, which was much debate about the two of us. During this debate
Cyber Crime continuous increase in the number of cyber crimes are given a study has been made, which have had some startling statistics. According to the report, are growing rapidly and cyber crime in the country until the end of the year, their number will be doubled to 3 million. Monday you up by industry body Assocham and Mahindra SSG is research. If we look at the results are quite startling. While this report has warned that growing cyber crime and security institutions and the financial sector could increase the burden on the social system. China and the biggest threat to Pakistan , according to the report, a total of 13 301 in the country in 2011, In 2012, 22 060, 71 780 in 2013 and 149 254 cyber crimes were registered in 2014. Assocham Secretary General DS Rawat said, "The biggest concern is that the origin of these crimes, China, Pakistan, Bangladesh and several countries, including Algeria. Now look, phishing attacks on online banking accounts or ATM cloning
China will Kwolcom fine on the chip maker for mobile phones Kwolcom billion in China may seem fine. Indeed Kwolcom misuse of mobile communication to its strong position in the industry, have been accused of charging more money for its technology. The result of these charges may be imposed a fine of one billion dollars on Kwolcom. business will change with the penalty Kwolcom Chinese government can bring changes in commercial practices. If it can be fixed under the company Provide Chinese handset makers how their technology works. National Development and Reform Commission of China to The suspect is Kwolcom abuse my position. China's leading newspaper China Daily quoted the report published by the business experts.
Pakistan won the praise of US Secretary of State John Kerry's war against terror has praised Pakistan. In addition to these efforts, Pakistan has been awarded a certificate. The Pakistan with the help of this certificate "Kerry-Lugar Bill can take help from the US. Having noted that the certificate may be obtained help from the US. You can get $ 1.5 billion from US $ 1.5 billion to Pakistan under the certificate can help you. The US Congress passed the Kerry-Lugar bill in 2010, the year of $ 1.5 billion to Pakistan in 2010 and in 2014 the US military can help. Pakistan will receive the certificate shortly after the US president can continue to help. India continues to plot against Pakistan as US Secretary of State John Kerry, Al-Qaeda terrorist organization, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Tyaba fight against The certificate is given. Earlier this month, John Kerry is visiting India and Pakistan is constantly plotting terror in India. The last few days have been
The South Korean company Hyundai car of manufacturing starting in Las Vegas consumer electronics show in January 2015. Six blue link name to launch an app, which will be the start Rimortli car of Use. The company said that through a statement from the Hyundai car owners Use of this app so far away from the crowds packed Lots of parking your car will be able to unlock the lock if needed through its start up the engine and can also be used off. Use this app like this can be found in the crowded car. Hyundai Motor America's enemies would Ratjlf Lifestyle Change of Consumers said the latest techniques in the everyday-use view of the growing Hyundai Blue Link name of the app have Devlep. This app can be used to turn on the lights of the car, the horn can be played and also send messages to help in the breakdown of the situation may be. The company also said in his statement that the app can also be used through-use voice commands. You can make your voice Rikgnaij can order your
Moving on the path of his father Shruti Haasan's daughter Shruti Haasan and Sarika is ready to make a splash at this year's film world. Shruti landscape mother Sarah same Nayan releases this year is 6. Of which 4 Bollywood, Telugu and Tamil films are a. Bollywood Shruti this year's sexy Abraham's going to be two movies. The way Shruti Haasan's father had the ability to play many of the same in 2015 will be seen moving on the same path. He Hindi film Dil Ji'ttha the child 'Ramaiya Vastavaiya "has made his mark in Bollywood. According to information from sources that are hard to find nowadays hearing, hours worked. Shruti such a busy time for the course finds its music. Hot scene viewer expects Shruti Hindi film 'Gabbar' with Akshay Kumar, 'handsome' Rocky 'and' Welcome Back 'is working with John Abraham. Also he assassin 'is working with the electric Jamal. Viewers Shruti two movies with John Abraham 'R
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Saturday said only the courts could disqualify a former Head of State and Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), ahead of the 2015 general elections. The commission, which said there was nothing it could do in the matter, also said it had not received any petition against President Goodluck Jonathan of the Peoples Democratic Party, Buhari and other presidential candidates, more than seven days after displaying their particulars. The Director of Voter Education and Publicity in INEC, Mr. Oluwole Osaze-Uzzi, in an interview with our correspondent, said the commission could not go beyond its constitutional powers. “What do you want INEC to do? INEC cannot disqualify anybody and there is nothing we can do. We don’t have any power to disqualify him.He didn’t bring it (certificates) and so there is nothing INEC can do. INEC cannot disqualify him and cannot remove his name. It is only
What information is information that Air India's intelligence agencies on the possible abduction attempt Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) is fully alerted. The security agencies in Kabul have also identified some sensitive airports. At the same time it is also possible that the flight from Delhi to Kabul should be targeted. India was the security guard at the airport earlier that the warning on the eve of Republic Day view of US President Barack Obama's visit The issue has been. This year, Barack Obama will be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations. After warning of the intelligence security at airports across the country have been even more stringent. Information located in the station area Bubajar Reservation Air India office a threatening phone call on Saturday evening was 5.20 minutes. People Bubajar station with the call information provided to the airport authority. Airport Authority has information about the case DC (Central) DP Singh cal
India News: An uncomfortable silence that lies on the border in Jammu and Kashmir, people are leaving the village
Saturday Late Night Phadhpur village in Jammu and Kashmir on the Pakistani Army was firing on BSF post. At the beginning of the border village of Punjab Plah also be Tagret. Punjab is adjacent to the Village Phadhpur. Mortars and heavy machine gun in the village of Pakistan Plah fired. As news of the killing of firing has not come yet. Made from a village in Pakistan Sunday BSF cover mortar and gunfire have in their possession. Villagers are afraid hidden in their homes. Even for Pricosn on the homes did not have lights. Pathankot SSP Rakesh Kaushal Apwaint BSF border police is keeping constant contact is alert to the firing of Pakistan. Yet Pakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir, but the security associated with the targeting people that they can hit the village of Pathankot in Punjab because those areas are also being considered Senstiv. Last year in October Eid-ul-Adha in the killing of people by firing on the Pakistan-Milad-ul-Nabi Eid-ul gaining some control but did not
The 22-year-old's ordeal began in Kolkata, capital of West Bengal state, where she was befriended by three local men shortly after arriving on November 20, one of the city's top police officers told AFP. The men, one of whom spoke Japanese, first managed to persuade her to withdraw around $1,200 dollars in cash before travelling with her to the holy shrine of Bodh Gaya in the neighbouring state of Bihar. There she was then handed over to two brothers who locked her in a secluded underground room and repeatedly raped her for nearly a month. The two brothers, who were working as tourist guides, were arrested on Friday and taken to Kolkata where they appeared in court late Saturday. A magistrate ordered that they be remanded in custody until January 9 so the victim can take part in an identification parade. Kolkata joint police commissioner Pallab Kanti Ghosh said the other three people were being held on suspicion of extorting money from the victim and then handing he