Sunday, December 13, 2009 The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has given the late Jack Poole their highest honour, The Olympic Order, according to a report by the Vancouver Sun. Mr. Poole, one of the people behind the bid by Vancouver to host the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, passed away on October 23 after losing a […]
Read MoreCannabis In Sports
Here’s An Opinion On: Promethean Bio Pharma Now that Canada and many US states have legalized cannabis, dozens of our professional sports teams now live in jurisdictions where recreational cannabis use is legal. Some would argue that since cannabis can make it difficult to focus and reduce coordination, it would hinder athletes’ performance rather than […]
Read MoreIan Thorpe starts to recover from chest pains
Friday, March 3, 2006 Australian swimmer Ian Thorpe is reported to be feeling much better after suffering from chest pain for some time. The Olympic gold medalist was due to swim in the 100m and 200m freestyle and in three relays at the Commonwealth Games, but due to his complaints his fitness has been in […]
Read MoreBoston College defeats NC State in double overtime
Sunday, February 26, 2006 The Boston College men’s basketball team defeated the North Carolina State Wolfpack at home in a 74-72 double-overtime thriller on Feb. 25. The BC Eagles, ranked #11 going in to the contest, left with a 22-6, 9-5 record in the Atlantic Coast Conference, while the NC State Wolfpack dropped to #19 […]
Read MoreHair Vitamins | Hair Care
Here’s An Opinion On: Benefits Of Argan Oil On Hair And Skin Hair Vitamins | Hair Care by Juliet CohenHair loss occurs when the diet is inadequate in the vitamins – especially B6, biotin, inositol and folic acid; and the minerals magnesium, sulfur and zinc. Hair growth requires optimal delivery of oxygen and nutrients from […]
Read MoreOntario Votes 2007: Interview with Communist Party candidate Stuart Ryan, Ottawa Centre
Tuesday, October 9, 2007 Stuart Ryan is running for the Communist Party in the Ontario provincial election in Ottawa Centre. Wikinews interviewed him regarding his values, his experience, and his campaign. Retrieved from “https://en.wikinews.org/w/index.php?title=Ontario_Votes_2007:_Interview_with_Communist_Party_candidate_Stuart_Ryan,_Ottawa_Centre&oldid=540531”
Read MoreCategory:May 26, 2010
? May 25, 2010 May 27, 2010 ? May 26 Pages in category “May 26, 2010” Retrieved from “https://en.wikinews.org/w/index.php?title=Category:May_26,_2010&oldid=1114847”
Read MoreCanada’s Eglinton—Lawrence (Ward 16) city council candidates speak
This exclusive interview features first-hand journalism by a Wikinews reporter. See the collaboration page for more details. Friday, November 3, 2006 On November 13, Torontoians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward’s councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto’s ridings is Eglinton—Lawrence (Ward 16). Two candidates responded to Wikinews’ requests for an […]
Read MoreI Love Opera!
Here’s An Opinion On: Top Country Songs Why is a singer-songwriter and fan of Elvis, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylanand roots rock and roll being so effusive about Opera?Well I’m not talking about opera music here, nor the Phantom of the Opera.I am talking about Opera – the third most popular browser on the internet.What is […]
Read MoreMan claims Blue Man Group put camera down throat; allegations denied
Wednesday, January 30, 2008 The Blue Man Group issued a press release Friday morning refuting a man’s claims that they forced a tube down his throat as part of a show. Earlier this week, audience participant James Srodon filed a court claim in Cook County Circuit Court that members of performance trio forced a dirty […]
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