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Vancouver Journalism fund-raising experiment pays off

It's great to see initiatives like this succeed. "The Vancouver-based Tyee online publication has raised almost $15,000 in donations since it asked readers to give money to pay for provincial election coverage. The...

created by mtippett | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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June 15 2008 / A good book and a cool pool

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The Books of Summer

My favourite local independent news source compiled a long list of summer books, one for just about every conceivable summer occasion. It's worth checking out the full list, but I've included a sample of promising...

created by Rob Peters | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago
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Change is the only constant in Vancouver mayoral race

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Vancouver's next mayor could be determined by backroom deals

The rumors are flying about who's supporting who in the upcoming Vision nomination. The winner of the party's race will have a decent shot in the city election in the fall. The way the race is shaping...

created by mtippett | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago
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Mindful sex 'the new anti-depressant'

A new group therapy technique from a UBC researcher uses meditation techniques to improve sex. The discussion here is aimed at women, but I'm sure there are men who could benefit from similar therapies...

created by Rob Peters | 4 years ago | updated 4 years ago
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Citizen journalism on billboards?

Media man David Vogt dreams of one day using large digital billboards as venues for citizen journalists. He believes they'll allow communities like the Downtown Eastside to define themselves on their own...

created by Rob Peters | 4 years ago | updated 4 years ago
833 views | 2 recommendations | 10 comments

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Gifting books for X-mas: a guide

My favourite local independent news source has put together an exhaustive list of bookish gift ideas for everyone on your list, even the weirdos."Books are the safest of Christmas gift-giving bets: everybody...

created by Rob Peters | 4 years ago | updated 4 years ago
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Are blondes dumb?

Here's a provacative little musing on the mystery of blonde hair. The piece is a little lengthy, but it's a fun meandering through one "born-blonde" woman's thoughts. Hard news this ain't, but it might give you some fodder for this weekend's cocktail party."As any...

created by Rob Peters | 4 years ago | updated 4 years ago
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