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Vancouver scandal heats up the municipal elections today
As Vancouver votes in the municipal election today, it seems the recent loan scandal is really heating up the debate of who will become the next mayor. When I went to vote a few hours ago, it was really busy and the line ups were long.The controversy is surrounding a $100...
Are BC's cities and towns turning into little fiefdoms?
Who is running our cities in BC? And what can citizens do when governance of them seem to be spinning out of control? Do you think our un-elected city management staff have too much power, and along with our elected officials, tend to abuse the power of public office... 37 views | 1 comment | 5 recommendations
Federal Court Rules Against Federal Subversion of State Medical Marijuana Laws
"Federal Court Rules Against Federal Subversion of State Medical Marijuana Laws by ACLU Blog of Rights (03 Sept, 2008) The court battles over medical marijuana and state versus federal laws continues For the first time, a court has recognized that a concerted effort... Israeli city uses DNA to fight dog poop
Oh my. It looks like doggie DNA is finally coming into play. An Israeli city is going to reward or punish pet owners according by using DNA analysis. These DNA analysis of droppings will point to the correct sniffer... ICL signs deal with Sardar Patel stadium
"The Indian Cricket League (ICL) has signed an agreement with the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) for upgrading the Sardar Patel Stadium. ICL will spend Rs 10 crore for upgrading the stadium, including an investment of Rs 3-4 crore for floodlights, apart from developing... Festival for children to kick off in town
A "Family and Children Festival 2008" for children and teenagers organized by the HCMC Department of Culture and Information, the Committee for Population, Family and Children, the Municipal Youth Union and the...Iraqi police: Suicide bomber strikes in Karmah
Another Sucide attack had taken place in the restive town west of Baghdad. More details are expected " Iraqi police say a suicide bomber has detonated an explosive belt inside the municipal council headquarters in a town west of Baghdad during a meeting of tribal...School board takes aim at bottled water
I don't know if this would be the best idea since by getting rid of bottled water, kids would definitely go towards unhealthy drinks. On the contrary, it is a environmental problem. The 2007 guidelines for food and...575 views | 3 comments | 0 recommendations
'Elephant legs' woman set for operation
"Wang Cheng, 24, cannot work or even wear trousers because of the grotesque and painful elephantiasis which has dogged her since the age of six and left her with legs weighing 50 kilos. "I cannot go out to work,"...Neo-Nazi Party NPD gains seats in German Elections
Should you be worried? Yes, you should. Why? Because the Neo-Nazi movement is gaining ground in Germany and elsewhere."The neo-Nazi party NPD now has representatives in every countycouncil in the eastern German...197 views | 0 comments | 0 recommendations
Top Ten Japanese Actors
Japan has a flourishing movie industry but very few peopleknow about its actors. Well, some of its actors are world class and they havefound success even in Hollywood. "Shigeki Hosokawa:Modeling is the stepping stone for many famous actors around the world. Same thing...Kelowna Will Not Spare Feral Rabbits
European feral rabbits can pose danger to agricultural communities. Kelowna, in response to their immediate problem, looked to outside sources for help."Kelowna city council has contracted a company to eliminate its...Chocolates with worms seized from shop
For a connoisseur or a lover of chocolate, such as myself, sinking your teeth into your favorite indulgence and then tasting larvae would certainly be a horror for anyone. Are there no such thing as...Malaysia all set to get a pub for Muslims
Drinking is a taboo in Islam and so muslim can't visit pub but a Malaysian township dominted by muslim residents have decided to open a muslim pub but don't expect much because it will serve only soft drinks." The Municipal Council in Kuantan, Malaysia, has proposed that... Fans riot, vandalize downtown Montreal
OpinionBarry Artiste, Now Public ContributorWell Europe have their Soccer Hooligans, Montreal has their Hab (Montreal Canadiens) Hockey Hooligans.Watching the news last night, it looked more like a War Zone than a... 2055 views | 11 comments | 15 recommendations
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