Megan McAllister Defends Philip Markoff Accused Craigslist Killer

Phillip Markoff, 22, was arrested yesterday and now stands accused of being the Craigslist Killer, a man who is thought to have killed at least one woman who had placed an Casual Encounters ad on Craigslist as a...

Liberty demands we allow people to make "bad" choices

It is refreshing to read a rational point of view on the subject of homelessness, addiction and the DTES.  It is particularly impactful coming from a family member of someone who chose to live and die that lifestyle.  It shows that ultimately once all the...

2 Months Left, Bush Says Goodbye, Quietly

"Two months from today, the White House packs up the Bush Family belongings and moves in those of the Obama’s. And it seems President Bush is accepting the ever-nearing end of his term in good spirits. “He’s usually in a good mood,” said Press Secretary Dana Perino on...

Microsoft demos 'touch Windows'

"Microsoft's next operating system (OS) will come with multi-touch features as an alternative to the mouse.It is hoped the successor will have a better reception than the much-maligned Vista OS, released last...

$80 million for BC's homeless

BC Premier Gordon Campbell announced this deal today, which promises $80 million, partially for acquiring and running 11 SRO (single room occupancy) hotels, ten of which are in Vancouver. It seems like a step in...

Rocky: The crazy new contenders

"It's a scene from cinematic legend – the plucky underdog boxer sets off on his training run backed by supportive locals and a stirring soundtrack. Except this is no real Rocky, as our man shows by suddenly...

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