John Mccain concession speech

"John McCain conceded, and did so with brevity, grace and dignity -- taking personal responsibility for the results. His campaign was offensive to many in so many ways, and it is impossible to forget the indignities to which he subjected our democratic process. But just as we...

I am the boss: Mallya

"Force India owner Vijay Mallya has reminded feuding factions inside his Formula One team that he pays the bills and calls the shots in the team, lest anyone forget. There has been talk of a rift between his senior staff but he said that the whole issue had been blown out of...

Mazel Tov! Israeli weddings introduce ATMs

This is an idea that will catch in many parts of the world especially for Catholic "first-communion" and "confirmation" as kids prefer getting cash."Mazel Tov! Israeli weddings introduce ATMs Thursday, 10 July 2008 17:51 A new...

David Eby's Suggestions...

Tireless advocate of Vancouver's most vulnerable, David Eby puts forward a few suggestions to address the needs of Vancouver's homeless aboriginal population."he City of Vancouver, home to B.C.'s largest off-reserve aboriginal population in the Downtown Eastside, is...

Bad Credit Mortgage Loans - Get Approved With a Recent Bankr

"A few years ago, if you had a bankruptcy or a foreclosure on your credit report, you could forget about trying to get a mortgage loan. If you were lucky enough to find someone who would finance you, your interest rate would be through the roof and plan on putting 10-20% down."

Parents board flight, forget toddler at airport

In a scene reminescent of the first installment of Macaulay Culkin film "Home Alone", a Filipino family leaves behind the youngest brood in haste to catch a flight at a Canadian airport." A family boarded a flight on Monday in westernmost Canada, and forgot their tot at the...

Tribute to a Poet Laureate - by lawdog

"As read at City Lights Bookstore as part of LaborFest 2004, and on Tasha's Place on TalkShoe 5/12/08Sometimes I lose my perspective. I forget what a truly incredible place San Francisco is, and how very fortunate I am to rub shoulders with the artists who have always been...