Basque terrorist organization ETA announced it would cease hostilities in San Sebastian, Spain today ending over four decades of separatists actions.
The Euzkadi Ta Askatasuna, or Basque Fatherland and Liberty movement, released a statement calling and end to its 43-year-old streak of violence.
The move comes after three days of talks with high-ranking political figures, including former U.N. director-general Kofi Annan and Irelands Sinn Fein leader, Gerry Adams.
ETA calls upon the Spanish and French governments to open a process of a direct dialogue, the statement read, with the aim of addressing the resolution of the consequences of the conflict.
The intent of the move remains unclear, as ETA has not announced any intention to dissolve or any plans on whether the organization will require imprisoned members to be released.
ETA as been on the U.S. list of terrorist organizations and has a history of bloody attacks against the French and Spanish governments.
Muammar Gaddafi was killed in his hometown of Sirte by Libyan rebel forces today beginning a new chapter for the country’s history.
The announcement came from Libyan de facto Prime Minister, Mahmoud Jibril, who announced the news in a press conference earlier today.
“We have been waiting for this moment for a long time,” Jibril said, “Muammar Gaddafi has been killed.”
Images of a bloodied Gaddafi have been circulated over the Internet, as his lifeless body was moved to a nearby mosque in Misrata.
The former dictator was reported to die from wounds suffered to his head and legs.
President Barrack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama shared a pint of Guinness with villagers at Ollie Hayes Pub in Moneygall, Ireland earlier today.
Obama and his wife entered Ollie Hayes pub at 3:45 p.m. after being greeted by a cheering crowd.
The Village of Moneygall had been eagerly waiting for the President’s visit to the town; also home to the President’s great-great-great-grandfather, Falmouth Kearney.
The American President shares heritage with 3 families from the village, from which some representatives were present. “There are millions of Irish Americans who trace their ancestry back to this beautiful island.” Obama said, citing the Irish influence on America.
Ollie Hayes Pub is not ignorant on Obama. The pub is decorated with posters and Obama memorabilia from the 2008 election, where the Ollie Hayes clientele celebrated Obama’s heritage.
The president took the time to give appreciative feedback to his hosts, adding to it by saying he was thrilled to be there; before moving to chug a pint of Guinness to the traditional toast of “Slainte!” (to health).
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A prenuptial agreement may make separation for Arnold Schwarzenegger expensive.
The former governor is expected to divorce Maria Shiver, in what some argue to be one of the most costly divorces in the history of Hollywood.
According to California State Law, all property is shared among spouses. However the couple’s 1986 prenuptial agreement may still be in effect, which could leave Shiver with a significant divorce settlement.
Due to their time together, the agreement could also have expired; meaning State Law would dictate the terms of the settlement.
If taken to court, Schwarzenegger may face additional losses as child support expenses and other issues are taken under consideration.
Estimates for the possible record-setting divorce are speculated to range anywhere from 200 million to 400 million, depending on the terms of the separation.