Rushdie l the Indian Muslims challenge

A group of moderate Muslim clerics have challenged the British author of Indian origin Salman Rushdie to discuss with them the reasons that led him 'to write a book like' blasphemous' as the 'Satanic Verses' '. The proposal 'was made at a seminar in Mumbai on' The greatness of the Prophet '. In recent days Rashdie has announced plans to bring in the financial capital of India to promote the film based on his novel 'Midnight's Children'.

MALI | Bombing in Kidal French aviation destroys mansion Salafi leader in Mali

The French air force has bombed the town of Kinal, northwest of Mali, destroying the house of chief of the armed group 'Ansar Dine' (Defenders of Islam). "There were air strikes in the region of Kidal. Bombing has particularly affected the house of Iyad Ag Ghaly in Kidal and a military camp in the same city, "a Malian security source, whose account was confirmed by the inhabitants of region. This Saturday, the allied forces of Mali and France managed to gain control of the airport in Gao , one of the northern cities of the country in the hands of the Salafis. Along with Kidal and Timbuktu, Gao is one of three cities that fell in June last year in the hands of Salafi groups: Ansar al Din , Monotheism and Jihad in West Africa (MYAO) and Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) . On 11 January, Malian troops, supported by the French Army, launched 'Operation Serval' to, at first, rejecting a progression of Islamists south of the country under government control, and in a second stage to move north to liberate occupied towns fundamentalists. The Chief of Staff of the Army of Mali, General Ibrahima Dembele Dahiru, said last week that the North may be released in a month if the West-African forces were deployed as planned.

ITALY | threaten to take you to court Controversy over Berlusconi's words justifying the fascist dictatorship

"Mussolini did many good things, but what was the racial laws that made it worse." The phrase Silvio Berlusconi has spoken before the television cameras on Sunday in Milan, independent of the act of Remembrance Day in which the Holocaust is remembered, and is triggering a huge controversy. Many accuse the former Italian prime minister's apology directly to fascist regime and threaten even take to court. Berlusconi has also argued that in regard to the persecution of the Jews "Italy does not have the same responsibility as Germany." "They can not be repeated these events, just getting into the skin of the deportees can understand the tragedies spiral was reached.'s Hard to take the place of those who decided then. The Government of the time, for fear that the beat German power, chose to ally with Hitler's Germany rather than deal with it, and within that alliance was imposed on us fighting the Jews " , justified the former Italian prime minister three times. Berlusconi's remarks are unleashing a storm of protest. "Berlusconi's words are a disgrace and an insult to history and memory. should ask forgiveness today the Italians ", claimed via Twitter spokesman in the House of Representatives for the Democratic Party, Dario Franceschini. "The responsibility of Mussolini is wide, has no justification whatsoever and can not be limited to the racial laws. Racial laws are the consequence of democracy who humbled, who is responsible moral, and perhaps not only moral, authentic Democrats murders, "Giuliano Pisapia sentenced the mayor of Milan. "The error of fascism is in its own birth and not just racial laws. History that such a dictatorial regime did good things is wrong and misleading. Fascism was a mistake from the beginning", Pier Ferdinando Casini punctuated , leader of the Christian demócrtas. In the past Il Cavaliere, who has always avoided clearly and categorically rule against Mussolini, has sparked controversy for his assessment of the two decades in which he led Mussolini Italy. Berlusconi even came in 2003 with jokes minimize racial laws adopted by Il Duce's fascist regime and the mass deportation of nearly 7,000 Italian Jews to German concentration camps, where most died. "Mussolini did not kill anyone" , assured Italian Prime Minister in an interview with the British newspaper 'The Spectator'. "Only Mussolini sent people on holiday to beyond the border."

EVENTS | 131 serious injuries At least 232 killed in a fire at a nightclub in Brazil

At least 232 people have died this morning in a fire at the nightclub Kiss of Santa Maria , in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, southern Brazil. This is the most tragic fire in the past 50 years in the country. Previously, it was reported that there were 245 dead and 48 wounded .This error was due, according to the authorities, to the confusion in the first hours after the tragedy. Gradually they transcend the details of what happened in this club of Santa Maria, quintessential college town. Besides the fire started looking because of a fireworks display, the fire department in the region indicated that the premises had expired license since last August and by having a single emergency exit, had to make a hole in the wall to act quickly. The fire started about 2:30 local time (5:30 pm Spanish time) when the lead singer of the band that was presented to the public held a firework display . The sparks of fire, known as 'Silver Rain', crashed into the material sound insulation of the roof, which made ​​the flames from spreading rapidly and spread a thick smoke on the premises. The musicians themselves tried to put the first call, first with water, without success, and then he had a fire extinguisher near the stage, but that did not work. Some media also indicated that at the time of tragedy had 2,000 people inside the club. If confirmed this figure, other media estimate that were 500 -, would double the permitted capacity. Moreover, according to the commander of the Fire Department of Rio Grande do Sul, several survivors, many of whom were in a VIP area very close to the exit-assured that the security guards blocked the door . At first, they thought that people were trying to leave without pay for drinks.

30 days of mourning

The mayor, Cezar Schirmer, has decreed 30 days of mourning. Schirmer, who arrived early in the morning to the place of the tragedy to monitor rescue efforts, called for all doctors, nurses, psychologists and other professionals in the health of the city is made ​​available to victims and their family .As the commander of the Special Operations Battalion of the military police of Rio Grande do Sul, Cleberson Bastianello, most of the bodies were taken to the Municipal Sports Centre . They perform tasks of identification of 120 men and 112 women died and offered psychological support to their loved ones. Spread on the ground and covered by white canvas , but with unveiled faces, the bodies were placed side by side in long rows that were traveled by his parents, brothers and friends to be identified. Also in line, but outside the sports center, the families were entering in the hope that the person you are looking for was not there. In addition to those killed, 131 people were seriously injured and had to be taken to different hospitals. This figure, as happened to the victims, was also downgraded by the authorities. At first there was talk of two hundred.

A college party

The Kiss nightclub was hosting a party of students from different courses at the Federal University of Santa Maria. In fact, the city has a high percentage of young people as hosts eight universities. The difficulty in evacuation caused numerous deaths by asphyxiation ."Most ended up dying from inhalation of toxic fumes, and burns very few. What caused the tragedy was the use of unauthorized artifact, panic, inhalation of toxic smoke and the door closed , "said the officer. Meanwhile, the commander of the Military Brigade, Cleberson Bastianello Braida said the 'Jornal do Brasil' that people got confused and instead went out the door in the bathrooms , they are next. " Almost all died from suffocation, in desperation to get out , went into the bathroom, where we found them stacked almost to the ceiling."

Dilma Rousseff canceled his schedule

Upon hearing what happened, the president of Brazil, Dilma Rousseff, official travel in Santiago de Chile , canceled his schedule CELAC Summit-EU to travel to the city of Santa Maria. " Who needs me right now is the Brazilian people . I asked all ministers to help in any way they can and move there, and I'll be there, "said Rousseff told Brazilian media that granted in Santiago. The president, who did not hide his tears by the tragedy , said it will offer all necessary resources available to the town of Santa Maria. " In this time of sadness we are together and, while maintaining the sadness, we will overcome, "said the president, who lived most of her life in Porto Alegre , capital of Rio Grande do Sul, at 286 kilometers from Santa Maria.

Australian Open l Novak Djokovic makes history with Murray

The Serbian  Novak Djokovic  made ​​history and British beat  Andy Murray  6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-2 on Rod Laver Arena . He won the  Australia Open for the third time and is the only player in the open era in hacelro. Unstoppable. Murray, winner of Djokovic in the final of the U.S. Open in September, looking to repeat.The match started evenly and none yielded the service. Djokovic and Murray some erratic play short points. Progressively "Nole" imposed his power. Last year, the two players clashed seven times , including two in Grand Slam tournaments. Djokovic won 7-5 in the fifth set of the semifinal at the Australia Open after 4h 50min battle. Murray took his revenge after 4h 34min in the U.S. Open final. The Serb had won all three finals he has played so far in Melbourne (2008, 2011 and 2012) , and achieved the fourth. The last victory of a number 3 on the ATP number 1 in a final of a Grand Slam goes back to 1983: it was the Swede Mats Wilander triumph over Czech Ivan Lend, current coach of Murray.

First set

Djokovic began erratic and annoying , which would be a constant that ended with 25 unforced errors . Murray focused , without risking too much. Both defended the service at every opportunity triggering the tiebreak : 7-2 strong for the Scots. Won 7 to 6 September .

Second set

Djokovic and Murray honed marksmanship strengthened his serve, but things did not change in the second set : the world number one and defending champion of the U.S. Open held service and forced the definition of tie-break . "Nole" won 7-3 , and then the set by 7-6 .

Third set

There he broke the trend that dragged the game and Djokovic could break Murray's serve . Began dominating points and dragged the British unstable . The world number one won it 6-3 with authority .

Fourth set

He noticed the gradual creciemiento Djokovic that this time could break twice Murray service . Nested his game, improved serve and not let his rival shorten the points to advantage . Underwent a Briton with complaints of injury and won 6-2.