Tuesday, March 13, 2007 Pennsylvania governor Ed Rendell announced Tuesday morning that a deal had been struck between state and local officials and the Pittsburgh Penguins hockey franchise. The Penguins organization will formally announce the deal tonight, prior to the Penguins game against the Buffalo Sabres at the Mellon Arena. The deal will ensure that […]
Dubai World refused permission to use QE2 as floating hotel in Cape Town
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 RMS Queen Elizabeth 2 (the QE2) will not be sailing to Cape Town, South Africa. Cape Town has refused the vessel permission to berth for use by owner Dubai World as a floating hotel. The Transnet National Ports Authority said that the famed vessel is much too large for Cape Town […]
The Fda: Friend Or Foe?
Read An Opinion On: Behaviour Change Campaign Sydney The FDA – Friend or Foe? The Federal Drug Administration was originally founded to “protect” we, the people of the United States, from unscrupulous drug companies and “snake oil” salesmen. However, it has grown into a protector of those same unscrupulous drug companies (known as Big Pharma). […]
Iranian International Master Dorsa Derakhshani discusses her chess career with Wikinews
Tuesday, April 14, 2020 In February 2017, the Iranian Chess Federation announced two teenage chess players, Dorsa Derakhshani and her younger brother Borna Derakhshani, were banned from representing the national team. The federation announced their decision although Dorsa Derakhshani had previously decided and informed the chess federation she did not wish to play for Iran. […]
Sai Baba upsets Telangana activists
Sunday, February 18, 2007File:Sathyasaibaba.jpg Indian spiritual leader Sathya Sai Baba, 81, found himself embroiled in a political row after his recent remarks characterising the partition of the state of Andhra Pradesh (AP) as a “great sin”. On a recent visit to Chennai he publicly spoke out against the proposed partition of India’s fourth largest state, […]
Bank of England governor warns housing market is biggest threat to UK economy
Sunday, May 18, 2014 The governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, has warned that the state of the housing market in the United Kingdom is the current biggest domestic threat to the country’s economy, due to lack of house building, and regulatory issues. In an interview to be aired on Sky News today, […]
Benefits Of Getting A Professional Facial In Nyc
Read An Opinion On: Natural Skincare Product byAlma Abell One of the most common skin care treatments that individuals enjoy receiving is facials. Although there are a number of do-it-yourself facials currently available, individuals still find that they receive the best results when they receive their treatments through a beauty center. Thankfully, the cost for […]
New Zealand dog saves five children; receives international attention
Saturday, May 5, 2007 A small, “nicely trained” Jack Russell Terrier gave his life to help save a group of five children from two aggressive pitbulls last Sunday in Manaia, Taranaki, New Zealand. The dog named George is being described as a hero, gathering a huge amount of international media interest in the process. The […]
Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with Green Party candidate Russell Korus, Vaughan
Sunday, October 7, 2007 Russell Korus is running for the Green Party of Ontario in the Ontario provincial election, in the Vaughan riding. Wikinews’ Nick Moreau interviewed him regarding his values, his experience, and his campaign. Stay tuned for further interviews; every candidate from every party is eligible, and will be contacted. Expect interviews from […]
How A Personal Injury Attorney In Northport Will Fight For Your Rights
Read An Opinion On: Rent Civil Construction Equipment byAlma Abell If you are injured because of the irresponsibility or carelessness of the other party, the law allows you to claim for some form of compensation. However, with the lengthy and complicated legal procedures involved when filing for a personal injury lawsuit, it is imperative that […]