No apocalypse is coming — another Mayan calendar has been found

Breathe a sigh of relief. Another Mayan calendar has been found and there is absolutely no mention of December 21, 2012.

Hidden deep in a Guatemala jungle in the 9th-century Maya complex of Xultun, experts have found a previously unknown version of the Mayan calendar. And according to the new find, Earth is going to be around for a very long time.

The ancient inscription that has been discovered is thought to be the oldest Mayan records to be found so far. Archaeologists say that it dates back around 1,200 years, which is at least 600 years older than previous examples found. However they do say that in many ways, the newly found calendar corresponds with others... read full article.

Video: Olympic paranoia targets protests in the UK

As London gets ready for the summer Olympics, draconian measures are being put in place to prevent some people from entering the country and others in residence are to be banned from the Games.

RT interviews people have have been affected by the range of rules and regulations being introduced to ensure the security of the upcoming Olympics.

While the Olympic torch is lit and already on its way to London, strict measures are being put into place... read full article and view video.

Wrecked Brazilian ship spilling oil in Antarctica

The "Endless Sea" is trapped in the ice and is spilling fuel. There is no hope of containing damage until October this year, due to the long South Pole winter.

Huffington Post reports that the Brazilian-owned ship capsized and sank in 12 meters of water last month, close to where Chile and Brazil hold navy bases. While the crew was rescued without injury, poor weather prevented them from diving below to check the damage until Wednesday this week.... read full article.

Gearing up for May 12 — United for global change — Locations

With only a few hours to go, people worldwide are getting ready to head to the streets to make their voices heard. Will you be among them?

As reported on Digital Journal recently May 12, 2012 will see a worldwide demonstration, a peaceful revolution in cities all over the planet, on virtually every continent.

Sometimes dubbed "Global Evolution", often called the "Global Spring", each event will have its own unique theme ... read full article.

Video update: Sukhoi Superjet-100 crash site in Indonesia

While rescue operations continue at the crash site of the Russian aircraft, 14 bodies have now been found near the wreckage.

The video from a local television channel shows footage of the crash site including what appears to be the aircraft's tail marked with the Sukhoi Superjet-100's logo. Twisted pieces of metal and part of a wing are scattered on the slopes of Mount Salak.

On Friday, the rescue team used ropes to scale the sheer slopes of the dormant Indonesian volcano to reach the wreckage... read full article and view video.

DeKalb cop kicks pregnant woman in the stomach

A police officer from DeKalb in Illinois is in hot water for the third time in 7 months. He is now in trouble for kicking a pregnant woman in the stomach.

WSBTV reports that Officer Jerad Wheeler is being investigated after kicking Raven Dozier in the stomach when she was almost 9 months pregnant.

The news service states that no charges have been filed against Wheeler for kicking Dozier in the stomach when he responded to a call involving a child custody issue.

Dozier states that she was trying to calm her brother down during police questioning, after the police officer used a Taser gun on him.... read full article.

Sukhoi SuperJet-100 crash site found — No sign of survivors

The crash site of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 which went off the radar yesterday has been found. There is no sign of survivors.

Digital Journal reported yesterday on the disappearance of the aircraft near Jakarta, Indonesia, while on an Asian promotional tour.

Rescue attempts continued this morning, with the finding of several bodies at the crash site of the plane in the mountainous region near Jakarta. Indonesian officials have tried to access the steep slope on foot and by helicopter, but poor weather conditions and fog have hampered their efforts. 3 helicopters and over 600 rescuers were involved... read full article.

Tens of thousands to strike today over UK pension cuts & changes

Around 400,000 public sector workers in the United Kingdom will be joining a 24-hour strike over proposed changes to pensions.

The following sites can expect disruptions - airports, tax offices, driving test centers, job centers, colleges, military sites and museums.

In spite of the planned strike action, the UK government has made it clear in a speech by the Queen that these austerity changes will go ahead... read full article.

Video of CA cops beating homeless man to death shown in court

Almost a year ago, 2 California police officers beat a 37-year-old homeless man, Kelly Thomas to death. Now video footage of the brutal attack has been revealed in court.

Digital Journal reported in September 2011 on the case against the 2 Fullerton police officers, Manuel Ramos and Jay Cicinelli.

On July 5 last year Kelly Thomas, a 37-year-old schizophrenic homeless man, was so badly beaten and stun-gunned by Fullerton California police officers that he was left unrecognizable. He died 5 days later from blunt force trauma to the head... read full article and view video (warning! graphic!).

Bus rolls off cliff in Taiwan — 15 people injured (video)

A bus carrying tourists from South Korea was visiting Taiwan's Taroko National Park in Hualian county when the accident occurred.

The video, filmed from another vehicle, shows the bus veer off the highway and roll off a cliff in the Taroko National Park in Eastern Taiwan on Wednesday. The bus was apparently crossing the Chinwen Bridge in the park when it overturned at 1:48 p.m.

The tour bus then rolled onto its side, but luckily did not fall down to the river below.

Apparently the cause of the accident was engine failure while navigating the steep mountainous road... read full article and view video.