Standoff in Borneo Turns Deadly

Flag of the Sulu Sultanate

Reports coming out of Borneo is that the standoff between Malaysian forces and the Sulu Sultanate may have ended.

A firefight broke out between the two groups, leaving at least two dead, with some sources saying as many as ten.

Four people were injured and multiple arrests were made.

Raja Muda Adbimuddin Kiram, the crown prince of the Sultanate, was apparently present, but managed to safely escape.

It began two weeks ago when two hundred armed Filipinos traveled by boat to Malaysia's part of Borneo.

They claim to be descendants of the former Sulu sultanate, which controlled the area from 1457-1917.

Among their demands are an increase in the money Malaysia pays the displaced descendants of the sultanate.

Malaysian troops quickly surrounded them and would not let anyone in or out of the area.

44 Killed in Bangladesh Riots

Riots continued on into a second day, across Bangladesh.

Forty-four people have been killed and over four hundred injured as rioters clash with police and security forces.

A few of the dead and injured have been police, but most have been protesters.

The riots began after a death sentence was handed down in the trial of seventy-three year old Delwar Hossain Sayedee, the vice president of the Jamaat-e-Islami party.

Sayedee and other Jamaat leaders are on trial for war crimes committed during the 1971 war of independence from Pakistan.

Jamaat is the leading Islamic party and carries a lot of political weight as well as religious.

The government has also begun steps to ban the party from existing in the country.

Northern Japan Dealing With Record Snow Fall

Northern Japan is dealing with record snow fall.

Many areas have seen more snow than has ever been noted in history.

In some places, more than sixteen feet of snow has piled up, making traveling difficult.

That much snow is also posing a threat to homes and other buildings, as the weight from the snow could easily cause them to collapse.

Now, many people are hoping that there won't be anymore snow, this year.

The Immigration Riddle Solved

After finding myself ill watching the President and congress perform their well rehearsed circus bear dance for the media, two inarguable facts immediately rose to the surface:

A) The only political motivations are to attract and reinforce a particular voting base (Polls show this is the politically expedient issue to discuss, Ma'am/Sir).
B) Neither side much cares what ultimately becomes of the affected people political pawns, so long as they vote [fill in the party].

That considered, three minutes alone with my thoughts in a dark, quiet room produced a simple, five point, common sense solution to the entire "illegal immigration" conundrum.

   1) Secure the border
   2) Secure the border
   3) Secure the border
   4) Sour the milk
   5) Secure the border

Speaking to the first three points, history dictates there's NO measure of law or regulation that will make ANY difference until the border's secure. On this, there is no debate; period. Get it? Got it? GOOD! Moving along...

Both sides insist they seek solutions that speak to accountability. I'd suggest asking undocumented illegal immigrants workers aliens the following: "Why do you break our laws to come/stay here?" If it's for love of America, fine... let them give back in meaningful ways. If for any other reason, send 'em home. If they value America enough to risk life & limb to get/stay here, compulsory service is the answer... military service if they're of enlistment age, a minimum five years of community service if they aren't. Meanwhile, they'd still be responsible for simultaneously completing already established requirements to earn the status of "citizen." These souls are no strangers to hardship or hard work, either one, so if that solution leaves a sour taste in their mouths, they're formally invited to leave.

See... SIMPLE. Yet politicians run options and messaging through poll testing and focus groups, congress flounders, and the president promises executive action to save them from both themselves and evil republicans that would send the almost Americans social contributors criminals home. Enough... call your elected officials, demand they cut the bullshit, and "encourage them" to act on this plan.

Check out the original article, in it's entirety at Common Patriot's site.

Rabid Skunk Found in Brighton, Colorado

The Tri-County Health Department has confirmed that a skunk found in Brighton, Colorado had rabies.

Rabid skunks were unheard of just a few years ago, in Colorado.

Until eleven years ago, skunk rabies was unknown in the country.

Over the last couple years they have become more and more common, but stayed in rural areas.

With this one being located in Brighton, just north of the Denver metro area, fears are that they will begin to be discovered in suburban areas and possibly urban ones.

That would mean a greater risk of other animals or humans becoming infected with the disease.

For now, authorities are warning residents to be extra cautious around wild animals, or even domestic ones, especially if they're showing any kind of unusual behavior.

They are also suggesting that everyone be sure that they, and their animals, are vaccinated against the disease.

If any unusual behavior or dead animals are seen people should be sure to contact their vet or animal control immediately.

North Carolina Considering Bringing Bibles Into Schools

North Carolina is considering a new bill that would bring Bibles into schools.

Under the new bill school districts would be able to decide if they wanted to allow Bible classes in schools.

The classes would be electives, for credit, and in no way be required.

Bipartisan support has already been raised for the bill.

Opponents worry about how it maintains the separation of church and state.

Supporters say that since it is an elective it is acceptable.

It is unclear when the bill would be finally voted on, but if passed the Bible classes would begin in the fall.

Riots Begin After Sayedee Sentenced to Death in Bangladesh

Over thirty people have been killed and three hundred injured as riots occurred all across Bangladesh.

They began after a death sentence was handed down in the trial of seventy-three year old Delwar Hossain Sayedee, the vice president of the Jamaat-e-Islami party.

Sayedee and other Jamaat leaders are on trial for war crimes committed during the 1971 war of independence from Pakistan.

Jamaat is the leading Islamic party and carries a lot of political weight as well as religious.

The government has also begun steps to ban the party from existing in the country. 

Kerry and The EU Promise Aid For Syrian Rebels

Secretary of State Kerry has announced that the US will give three hundred and eight five million dollars in aid, to the Syrian rebels.

The US will not provide military aid or weapons.

They will provide food, medical supplies, and money that is to be used for sanitation and rebuilding.

Meanwhile, the EU announced an increase in aid to the rebels.

Europe will begin sending non lethal military supplies, including armored vehicles and technical supplies.

Israel has also been aiding the rebels, most notably by treating their wounded soldiers, in Israeli hospitals.

However, spokesmen for the Syrian National Council, the official governing body of the rebels, complained that the aid wasn't enough.

While they do not want direct western intervention, they do demand that they be given weapons, so that they can bring the war to a quicker conclusion.

Benedict XVI Officially No Longer Pope

Seventeen days after announcing he would retire, Benedict XVI is officially no longer the Pope.

Thursday morning, the title was lifted from him and he went to begin his retirement.

In doing so, he became the first pope, since Gregory XII in 1415, to not die in office.

It is unclear when the new pope will be named, but expectations are for one to be in place by Easter, on March 31.

Santa Cruz Shooting Leaves 2 Police Officers Dead

Baker, left, Butler, right

Two Santa Cruz police officers were killed when they tried to question a suspect, on Tuesday afternoon.

Sergeant Loran Baker and Detective Elizabeth Butler were shot and killed by Jeremy Goulet, as they stood outside his home.

They were able to call for back up when the shooting began.

Goulet then stole both of their weapons and one of their vehicles.

A man hunt began, lasting about a half hour before he was located.

Other officers were forced to shoot Goulet when he opened fire on them, as well.

The shooter died from his wounds, on the scene.

Police are limiting the release of information, while the investigation is ongoing.