-Explains the formation, effects, beliefs, and objectives of the group   The world has been rocked with news of the rise of a new power in the Middle East. The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) (also known as the Islamic State of Levant (ISIL) and Da’ish) currently controls up to 16 provinces (waliyah) in Iraq and Syria.   This Sunni jihadist group - an offshoot of Al Qaeda - has been distinguished by its hard-line ideology, which, much like t...

In recent times, United States and Russia have had much to squabble over. However, between the Russian occupation of Crimea, the U.S. sanctions that followed, as well as granting Edward Snowden asylum; Russia’s and the United States leadership is threatening to finally push these old foes to full blown conflict – the Second Cold War. Since the end of the Cold War in the early 90s, following the disintegration of the Soviet Union, the palpable international tension as well as the stark poli...

After the release of their earlier iMac model in June of 2014, consumers sent Apple Inc. back to the drawing board. The result came later at the October 16, 2014 launch of the iPad Air 2 and new Mac Mini, in Cupertino California in the form of the new 27 inch Retina 5k iMac. This came with sensational reviews and commendations on the impressive improvement this model would offer to the world of technology. In this book, we will explore the features of this latest piece of technology and hi...

War is a state of incessant conflict when the legal codes and moral laws that govern interactions in civil society are turned on their heads and momentarily cease to exist. Since the beginning of recorded history, some of the most atrocious crimes have been committed under the shadow of war and anarchy. In some instances, these war-time barbarous acts, such as the Nazi genocide of Jews, the Hiroshima/Nagasaki nuclear bombings and the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center, hav...

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Note 4) is the latest of these innovations and is referred to as a ‘Phablet’; for it is an innovative combination of the two dynamic products. Revealed to the world in September of 2014 at the Pre-IFA event hosted in Germany, the Note 4 is dubbed ‘The Most Awaited Phablet of 2014’. Since the release of its earlier version; The Note 3, consumers and Phablet enthusiasts have been anxiously awaiting the updated and improved sibling. This book will introduce the feat...

ISIS in recent times a terrorist organization that has been carrying out fatal beheadings, attacks and sending threats to the Western world in no uncertain terms. In particular, their anger is mostly aimed at the United States of America because of previous issues with that country. To be more specific this was when the US pulled out of Iraq some years ago. ISIS did not appreciate the presence and the subsequent takeover of Iraq by the US and this helped to spark outrage by the group. This...

In March 2014, an outbreak of Ebola was reported in Guinea. This is the first time the disease had hit this country and locals as well as health authorities were admittedly ill prepared to deal with the menace. Therefore, the virus spread rapidly throughout several communities in the country. Reports indicate that the first victim was a child who died late in 2013. The infections soon spread to other countries including Sierra Leone, Liberia and Senegal.

Whether you are scared of roller coasters or are eager to take the plunge on the real stage, this book will become the thrill of your life. We will take you on a journey like no other. From the historic beginnings of Russia to the United States and other countries that influenced this modern day thriller. Step in and strap on your seat belt while the red light is still on, because once it turns green you will set off on an adventure that you will never forget.

The Fujifilm X-E2 camera is another of the X series by the Fujifilm Corporation. It has been described by reviewers as one of the most sophisticated cameras now on the market. Since its introduction to the public by the president of the Fujifilm Corporation in 2013, the X-E2 has infused the market with style. The X-E2 camera is a first-rate interchangeable lens camera that boasts a number of innovative design features. The device is outfitted with the latest 16.3MP APS-C X Trans CMOS II Se...

"Facts You Need to Know About the Ebola Crisis": Get calm, read the facts and prepare yourself against Ebola. The Ebola Virus Disease otherwise known as Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever (EVF) is a disease that has in recent times caused a global scale pandemonium with its outbreak and fatal devastation.  This disease can be found in both in humans or animals and is attributed to the virus, Ebola. It’s a difficult disease to track, as the symptoms can remain dormant anywhere f...

The persecution of Jesus in the Middle East is no new phenomenon, as saddening as the situation is. Way back in the first century, Christians suffered a great ordeal under the Jews and the Roman Empire. Over the centuries the situation has worsened in different parts of the world, including Union of Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR), Mexico, North Korea, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and so on. In the days of Jesus, persecution of Christians by the Pharisees was a common occurrence, beca...