USA & Canada

Legislation Calls for a Ban on Texting

A short article about a ban on texting and driving.

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Opinions

2011: The Predicted Resurrection of Tobacco Companies

Tobacco: Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop.

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Europe

Sectarianism is Still Rife Within Scotland

An essay that looks at the problem of sectarianism and bigotry in Scotland and what is, and can, be done about it.

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Opinions

Same-sex Couples and Marriage: Talking Points

On November 4th, 2008, Proposition eight in California was voted on, which effectively banned gay marriage for the state. What are the biggest reasons for a same-sex marriage ban? Why should same-sex couples be allowed (or not) to get married?

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Entertainment

Town to Lift 30-Year Ban on the Life of Brian

A Welsh seaside town is considering lifting its 30 year ban on the Monty Python film The Life of Brian. There is quite a twist to this story, however.

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USA & Canada

Proposed Florida Bill May Ban Certain Dog Breeds: For or Against?

State Representative Perry Thurston is pushing a bill that would allow cities in Florida to prohibit residents from owning certain breeds of dogs, possibly punishing well-behaved dogs owned by responsible people. PETA supports this bill, while The Humane Society of the United States and The Florida Animal Control Association think the bill is a poor proposal.

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Asia

Deadline for Whiskers

The group has set a deadline and its head said that if Mr Khan tried to flee the area, they will set his home ablaze.

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Opinions

Emerging From the Fog

Many people are against the smoking ban in most states, but why is it so bad?

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Opinions

HSBC is for the Rich

HSBC recently announced that it would be serving only “Premier” customers in one of it’s branches.

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Opinions

The Smoking Ban

View and opinions on the smoking ban in wales. What will change for you?

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