The Arabic-language television network Al-Jazeera reports it has received a statement and a videotape from militants.
Is this true: Al-Jazeera is an Arabic-language television network.

A: yes


Iraqi militants said Sunday they would behead Kim Sun-Il, a 33-year-old translator, within 24 hours unless plans to dispatch thousands of South Korean troops to Iraq were abandoned.
Is this true: translator kidnapped in Iraq

A: yes


WASHINGTON — The Senate confirmed the nomination of Kathleen Sebelius as secretary of health and human services on Tuesday, allowing President Obama to fill the last vacancy in his cabinet with a seasoned politician who will take charge of the fight against swine flu. The vote was 65 to 31. Among the nine Republicans who voted for Ms. Sebelius was Senator Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania, who announced on Tuesday that he was becoming a Democrat. Besides directing federal efforts against swine flu, Ms. Sebelius will lead the administration's campaign for universal health insurance.
Is this true: Kathleen Sebelius comes from Pennsylvania.

A: no


Theravada Buddhism is the official religion of Thailand and is the religion of about 95% of its people. The government permits religious diversity, and other major religions are represented. Spirit worship and animism are widely practiced.
Is this true: The official religion of Thailand is Theravada Buddhism.

A:
yes