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Fight erupts over sale of Scottish fishing quotas
The UK's fisheries minister, Jonathan Shaw, has formally warned theScottish executive that in his opinion the moratorium on fishing quotes is illegal and not allowed under devolution rules. The Scottish Parliament is...
Protesters across America call for immigration reform
Thousands of demonstrators gathered across the US today to protest federal immigration raids and deportations, and to call for a comprehensive immigration reform.But turnout was less impressive this year than in... To bring peace to the Afghans, talk to the Taleban
"Adam Holloway says that Britain’s strategy in Afghanistan is misconceived. Nato’s military presence should be reduced and the battle for hearts and minds fought more imaginatively They do not like the F-word in Whitehall, but failure stares us in the face in...Developers need incentives: energy efficient buildings
Opinion Barry Artiste, Now Public Contributor The following phrase in this media story says it all about people. "The report also noted a disincentive for both landlords and tenants - property owners tend...MI6 admit keeping a dossier on Mohamed Al Fayed
"After their brief trip to Paris, Diana spent virtually every free moment with Dodi at his apartment in London’s Park Lane or together at Kensington Palace, which rankled the royals greatly. Prince Philip was...Wake up and smell the turkey: Study exposes medical myths
"Feeling sleepy? Don't blame the leftover turkey. The holiday favorite's nap-inspiring powers have been greatly exaggerated, according to a new paper that debunks common health myths. Authors say they were surprised...Death of traditional media has been greatly exaggerated, report says
Interesting that every report prior to this, every statistic to date points to the news in a paper format as becoming obsolete.Melt Study Says Arctic Ocean Could Be Ice-Free by 2012.
If this isn't enough proof, I don't know what is. The fact that the arctic ocean could be *completely* ice free by 2012 is a scary thought. Imagine if your kids don't know what an iceberg is, aside from one taking...Video: Ominous Arctic Melt Worries Experts-Artic Sea Ice May disappear by 2012
"WASHINGTON (AP) — An already relentless melting of the Arctic greatly accelerated this summer, a warning sign that some scientists worry could mean global warming has passed an ominous tipping point. One even...Chavez warns opponents and threatens U.S.
Chavez, Venezuelan President a man of vision, alibet "Tunnel Vision" warns everyone about everything. Ah "Paranoia" What better way to endear yourself to your electorate and the world community, and let...What’s in Your Studio, Rodney Graham?
"LONDONâRodney Graham is sometimes referred to as a âpost-mediumâ artist, though âany mediumâ might be a more sensible description of his restless, inquisitive, and often difficult work. Since first coming to attention as one of the Vancouver...Jail for Canadian Students
Ok, so I admit the headline here is a bit sensational but I couldn't resist given the subject. I just got this email from my alumni:"Queen's University and Canada Lands Company (CLC) today announced that the university will acquire the former site of the Federal Prison... Fingerprint Biometric System Delivers A Sound Solution :: Symblogogy
"When most people think of a machine that scans ones finger in order to gain entry to documents or a place, they think to themselves “well, this is a little like a page scanner capturing text from a document” …... ACLU Challenges Prison-Like Conditions at Hutto Detention Center
This is from one of the better "conscious blogs" on the net. - The Angryindian-------------------------------------------------"On August 27, the ACLU announced a landmark settlement with U.S. Immigration and...Debunking Portland: The City That Doesn't Work
"When judged by the results rather than the intentions, the costs of Portland's planning far outweigh the benefits. Planners made housing unaffordable to force more people to live in multifamily housing or in homes on tiny lots."
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