Central Asia was a world centre of learning for centuries. Khiva was the birthplace of Muhammad al-Khorezmi (780-850 AD), the father of algebra. The word algebra is derived from al-jabr,… Continue reading The Ancient Madressas of Samarkand-Centre for learning
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The Sikh or Guru Panth
This is not a very well known religion in South Africa. Recently the Sikh community observed the birth anniversary of their leader Guru Nanak who was born in CE 1469,… Continue reading The Sikh or Guru Panth
Tips For Consumers
Building or renovating your homeThe bank’s assessor cannot be relied upon to advise you of any problems related to the quality of the building work done. Be aware when using… Continue reading Tips For Consumers
Explosion – Threat to residents
The recent petrol tanker explosion at the Engen plant in Merebank has once again highlighted the danger facing the local community and its surrounding areas. On 19 November 2007, Engen’s… Continue reading Explosion – Threat to residents
Stories by Parkvale Primary learners – The Girl who never gave up
By Amanda Lisa lived with her mum on the farm. They were very happy together, nothing to worry about. Suddenly Lisa ’s mother got sick, very sick. She had to… Continue reading Stories by Parkvale Primary learners – The Girl who never gave up
Durban Teacher Wins top Honours
By Indhrannie Pillay A Durban educator has done South Africa proud at the recent Microsoft Worldwide Innovative Teacher’s Forum Awards held in Helsinki, Finland. Kumaras Pillay from Burnwood Secondary in… Continue reading Durban Teacher Wins top Honours
Securing our Survival…
The relationship between promoting nonviolence and climate change Article from Miriam Kramer Director of Development and Communication –Alliance for Peacebuilders “On October 12, the Stanley Foundation, the Matthew B. Ridgway… Continue reading Securing our Survival…
The Worlds Religious communities call for peaceful dialogue and participatory governance in Burma
Religions for Peace Delivers 3,000 Messages of Support for Buddhist Monks of Burma from People of Different Faiths Multi-faith Delegation of Religious Leaders Meet with ASEAN Chair (NEW YORK, 19… Continue reading The Worlds Religious communities call for peaceful dialogue and participatory governance in Burma
Current Activities at Harvard Law Schools Program on Negotiation
The Program on Negotiation (PON) is a university consortium dedicated to developing the theory and practice of negotiation and dispute resolution. Through research and other initiatives, PON encourages new thinking… Continue reading Current Activities at Harvard Law Schools Program on Negotiation
USA: The Global peace Index Gains Recognition Around the World
The Global Peace Index (GPI), an index created by the Economist Intelligence Unit to measure the levels of peacefulness in 121 countries, continues to generate substantial attention worldwide. There have… Continue reading USA: The Global peace Index Gains Recognition Around the World