Islamic State Threatens To Kill Two Japanese Hostages

In Cairo, The Islamic State group threatened to kill two Japanese hostages unless they receive $200 million in 72 hours. The Japanese prime Minister Shinzo Abe vowed to save the men, saying "Their lives are our top priority. Japanese officials declined to discuss whether they'd pay the ransom for the hostages Kenji Goto and Haruna Yukawa. Abe also states that this event is "unforgivable." The Islamic Militant accused Japan for funding the deaths of Muslims throughout the Middle East. The militant is probably referring to money Abe pledged while in Egypt to help Iraq's government and aid Syrian refugees. Details await to see if the Prime Minister holds true to his word.

I believe the Japanese government is going to save the hostages by paying the $200 million fee. Japan is an extremely wealthy country that takes care of its citizens. However, if the Japanese tries to use a different approach, e.g. military intervention, I believe they will try to bring other countries to help, which will fail, which will then result in the death of the two hostages. The Japanese will do what they think is the best option and I fully back it.

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/video-islamic-state-group-threatens-kill-2-japanese-061730632.html

Charlie Hebdo Suspects Killed In Siege

Three terrorists have been shot dead and another is being pursued by French Police, following hostage stand-offs near Paris.  The two brothers, Cherif and Said Kouachi that are behind the Charlie Hebdo massacre, was killed by the police at a grocery store in Paris. A massive manhunt has been initiated to find the accomplice from the grocery store. Hostages at both locations have been freed, but there were others that perished in the violent act. Updates are to come.

The death of the two brothers that attacked the Charlie Hebdo newspaper firm, comes with great news to the French people. It is a good thing that they are gone, but I believe that they should have been apprehended by the police to be sent to jail, or to stand trial for execution. The Islamic terror gunnings have grown over the years and I believe to fight religious terrorism, you have to break down there religious ideology so that they understand what is wrong.

http://news.yahoo.com/paris-shooting-je-suis-charlie-hebdo-attack-live-coverage-151842914.html

Mass Shooting In Paris

Several masked gunman stormed into the Paris offices of a newspaper company, Charlie Hebdo, killing 12 people before fleeing. The gunman entered the newspaper shouting "Allahu akbar" brandishing automatic assault rifles. The gunman immediately went to the second floor where they started to open fire into the newsroom. People believe this to be the work of Islamic terrorists fighting for the groups of either ISIS or al-Qaida. On social media the supports of the radical groups praised the move. One twitter user described the act as well deserved revenge against France.

I do believe this is the work of the Islamic radical terrorist groups given knowledge of the phrase "Allahu akbar" being used during the attack. The people of the newspaper did not deserve this fate and deserved better. This might be the act where France takes a bigger stand against ISIS and sends more military personal/ equipment.

http://news.yahoo.com/photos/paris-shooting-charlie-hebdo-office-attacked-slideshow/

5 People Escape From Sydney Cafe

Today in Sydney, 5 people escaped from a Sydney cafe where a lone Iranian gun man took an unknown number of hostages during Monday morning rush hour. Earlier, two people inside the cafe held up a flag with an Islamic declaration of faith that has often used by extremists. This raises fears that this might be a terrorist act. The first three people that escaped the cafe, ran out of the Lindt Chocolat Cafe six hours into the hostage crisis. Another two women sprinted out of the store from a fire exit where police where waiting. The situation is still developing and the police believe they can stop the gunman and bring everyone home for the holidays.

This is a terrible act to do especially around the holidays. The gunman, I believe, is doing this for ISIS and if not, trying to get the attention of ISIS so that he may join. The radical Islamic terrorist's have been increasing in past months. This is a serious issue which must be stopped at the root. I believe that the Australian police can overcome this challenge and that this will be resolved soon.

http://news.yahoo.com/5-people-escape-hostage-crisis-110920433.html

Harvard Law Professor Goes To Court Over Overcharged Dinner

Ben Edelman, an associate professor at Harvard Business School, went to war with Sichuan Garden when he was over billed $4 when he ordered his food. Edelman ordered his food on-line where the prices were outdated. When Edelman found out that he was overcharged he went straight to his e-mail to notify the restaurant. The manager of the restaurant, Ran Duan, quickly responded with an apology and said he would gladly refund the 4 dollars. Edelman refused and started talking about taking up legal action.

This was an outright move to try and shame a restaurant by making a big deal out of nothing. Even though Edelman, a Harvard professor who makes a fair bit of money, had every right to be upset, he took the whole matter to far. Most people would just leave it because its 4 dollars, but this guy was trying to be a pest. Edelman is notorious for his tenacity in calling out corporate misleads so this case will probably get dismissed.

http://www.boston.com/food-dining/restaurants/2014/12/09/harvard-business-school-professor-goes-war-over-worth-chinese-food/KfMaEhab6uUY1COCnTbrXP/story.html

Air Canada Gives Expats a Ride Home

Air Canada travels to a local bar where ex-pats normally meet.The airline offered almost all ex-pats in the bar, waiting to go home, air tickets to go home for the holiday's which tugs at the emotional strings of the viewers.

Air Canada is doing a real justice by giving these people the holiday cheer. This is an amazing deed by giving these people hope and I wish I could have been apart of it. There should be more good deeds in the world like this. If people/ corporations could be this generous, many people would benefit from each other and the world would be a better place.

http://www.chron.com/news/media/Air-Canada-Surprises-Bar-of-Expats-With-Flights-147993.php

Long Lost Painting Found In "Stuart Little" Film

Art historian Gregely Barki sat down to watch the classic movie "Stuart Little", when he discovered a hidden masterpiece on the set. Behind the actors on the wall, Robert Bereny's "Sleeping Lady with Black Vase" painting was displayed. The painting has been missing for decades. Berney, was considered one of the leading artists in early 1900's Hungary. Barki believes the painting went missing when the last buyer left Hungary before or during the second world war. After seeing the film, Barki immediately  contacted the film production crew. A month later he received an email from the assistant of the set designer saying he has the painting in his bedroom. Th painting is now going for $150,000 Canadian at an auction.

This is one lucky find. This seems like it came straight out of the movies, ironically. I'm glad that institute found the painting and that the case has been cracked. This is one of the most beneficial finds to the artistic community. I hope that  more paintings that have been lost in the war, come forth back into the world.

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/blogs/daily-buzz/art-historian-finds-long-lost-hungarian-painting-175434901.html