And the Olympic crowds quickly vanish...

The medals have been tallied and the 2010 Winter Games are over for Vancouver, BC.  Now, is the time for clean-up and rest.  As the flocks of visitor and athletes leave, almost quicker than they came,...

Your link to the best 2010 Winter Olympics weather sources

As the Olympic athletes, organizers, volunteers, employees and supporters anticipate and ready for the Opening Ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, BC, many still wonder what the weather will hold for...

Vancouver 2010 Medal Ceremony Concert List

The Vancouver Olympic Organizing committee (VANOC) released today that there will be a series of concerts that will accompany the medal ceremonies.  The Concerts are tributes to the medal-winning Olympians...

Who Signed the Declaration of Independence First?

Ten Percent of Americans think George Washington Signed the Declaration of Independence First.  He wasn't even there.  One might conclude that Government eduction is a bit lacking in American schools "...

Swedish pastor accused of leading violent 'cowboy sect'

The Old West...where you drive a Saab or Volvo instead of riding a Horse. "A southern Swedish religious congregation based at a cowboy-themed conference centre has been accused of harbouring a violent and extreme...

Blue Screen of Death Strikes Bird's Nest During Opening Ceremonies Torch Ligh...

"Blue Screen of Death Strikes Bird's Nest During Opening Ceremonies Torch Lighting"

BUSH - Speech Points Out Concerns Over Human & Religious Rights In China

"President George W. Bush called on China to respect the rights of its citizens in a speech detailing the U.S.'s ``deep concerns'' over religious freedom and human rights in the world's most populous country. ``America stands in firm opposition to China's detention of...

Suicide blasts hit Iraqi Shia Muslim pilgrims

UPDATE 12:10 EDT:The number of victims affected by the three female suicide bombers in Iraq is much greater than originally thought. The AP now reports at least 57 dead and almost 300 wounded. Let's hope those numbers don't rise."BAGHDAD (AP) - Female suicide bombers struck a...

Today is Canada's National Aboriginal Day

Aboriginal people have made much contribution to the Canadian culture, economy and society. Join us in their celebration today!"Celebrations are taking place across the country today to mark National Aboriginal...

Gianyar - The Mother of Ubud

"Gianyar Regency is located at central Bali , with Ubud as one of the district in Gianyar regency became a famoust tourist destination in the world. Until the fourteen century Bali was ruled Bali by the Warmadewa...

First California gay couples wed

"Dozens of homosexual couples have married in California shortly after the US state was permitted to grant them marriage licences for the first time. Ceremonies were held in at least five counties after a Supreme...

California will begin first gay marriages today

California will begin marrying gay and lesbian couples this afternoon.  The new marriage licenses will list Party A and Party B, as opposed to bride and groom. "California begins marrying gay and lesbian...

90-year-old accepts high school diploma in Mich.

Five thumbs up for this old man....it's one in a million i guess..." DETROIT - John Lawrence Locher has accomplished many things in his 90 years, including living through the Great Depression, fighting in the Pacific during World War II and a long career with General...

Some Calif. clerks to refuse all marriage ceremonies to protest gay weddings

OpinionBarry Artiste, Now Public ContributorHow refreshing that two Marriage official in California have decided for themselves that Gay Marriage is wrong, and will refuse to officate. This despite a ruling into...

Burmese Name Dropping: "Gee "Who Didn't See That One Coming?

OpinionBarry Artiste, Now Public ContributorAs I mentioned previously in posts, the only reason for Burmas Military Junta to not allow Aid workers to distribute food to the starving masses is one reason and one...

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