As far back as I can remember, the overarching message of the American social atmosphere has been one of idolization. Oh to one day join the ranks of the “professional class”; that 5% to 10% of our culture which enjoys unparalleled respect and an assumed position of knowledge, so much so t... Read more...
For decades, many African countries saw some of their most skilful young people take their talents to other parts of the world, lured by the financial prospects outside the continent. But lately, as much of Europe continues to shrink under the weight of austerity, an increasing number of Afri... Read more...
Violence erupted in the streets of Montreal Wednesday night after talks broke down between student groups and the Quebec government, leading to 85 arrests and shattered windows. Several police officers were also injured in the riot that left the city stunned Thursday. Banks and other busines... Read more...
During at least one 420 celebration in Alaska on Friday, you’ll be invited to pour yourself a drink instead of lighting up. In the counterculture world, "420” is the code for cannabis consumption, and April 20 — or 4/20 — is the holy day. But instead of passing around a joint, wh... Read more...
Don Buckley lost his job driving a Chicago Transit Authority bus almost two years ago and has been looking for work ever since, even as other municipal bus drivers around the country are being laid off. At 34, Mr. Buckley, his two daughters and his fiancée have moved into the basement of ... Read more...
PrinceGeorge's County officials and residents are mourning the loss of Walter Dozier, 60, a former Dr. Walter Lee Dozier education liaison for the county executive's office who died in his Capitol Heights home Monday after succumbing to a long-term illness. Dozier, also ... Read more...
On the Internet, no one knows you’re a dog but they might know your race. The search is on for racial signals - thanks to the US government. Dana Oshiro, publishing analyst at advertising network NetShelter, poses an interesting question: “How do you determine race and ethnicity online? “ ... Read more...
If you add up how much money Facebook spent on lobbying during the last four quarters, it appears the social networking giant set a new record in 2011: $1.35 million. Last year, Facebook’s lobbying budget passed the $1 million milestone, according to last quarter’s report filed with the U.S. ... Read more...
On March 5, 2012, the online publication The Daily reported that the U.S. Department of Agriculture was making available to school districts ground beef containing, collectively, 7 million pounds of so-called “pink slime” (or lean, finely textured beef – “LFTB”) for use in schoo... Read more...
