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Hurricane Irene 2011: Watches and Warnings from SC to ME [MAPS] Unbelievable. New York city is basically shutting down. Millions of people are on the move along the East Coast. My thoughts are with all those in her path - stay safe.

Meet the Sheepdogs - the first unsigned band to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. They beat out 1200 N.American bands to win the coveted cover. Choose The Cover Of Rolling Stone: The Sheepdogs Saskatoon's the Sheepdogs land cover of Rolling Stone - The Globe and Mail Way to go...

Jack Layton just announced in a press conference that he has been diagnosed with another form of non-prostrate cancer. I was struck by how weak he looked and how feeble his voice sounded. An interim leader will be appointed and announced in the coming weeks. I wish Jack all the best and am...

There is something really appealing about young Rory. He has the swagger but he also has a wonderful genuine quality about him. That he combines this with an amazing natural ability to play golf is a gift to the world of golf. The Royal St. Georges Open Championship begins tomorrow. The...

Just as the NHL season comes to an end the CFL preseason is well underway. After the Lions chewed up the Stamps in Calgary on Wednesday, the Alouettes downed the Bombers in their game last night. The Lions game was a shut-out while the Bombers managed to put 15 on the board against the Als by...

In the new cabinet Baird takes on the role of foreign affairs minister, promoted from his previous role as government house leader. He replaces Lawrence Cannon who lost his seat in the recent election. Clement moves from the industry ministry to become president of the treasury board...

Very interesting take on prisons and how society might be better served if we treated prisoners in a much more humane manner. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/article-1384308/Norways-controversial-cushy-prison-experiment--catch-UK.html#ixzz1LnizzCr8 "And yet, an...

"Has there ever been a Canadian election which started so miserably – no one wanted it; continued so tediously - and then turned into a caldron of amazing stories: Bloc Quebecois fallen to dust and irrelevance; the NDP rise, the cane and the surge; the demolition of the Liberals – Ignatieff’s...

Here’s why Stephen Harper really won - The Globe and Mail “In fact, the Conservatives won because they did the sorts of things the Liberals used to do. They built broad coalitions among disparate groups. Take the so-called ethnic vote. When the Liberals courted new Canadians, it was smart...

Kelly McParland: Should Stephen Harper be nicer to the media? | Full Comment | National Post "I was reading this week that Canadian political campaigns are boring for the people who have to cover them. The leaders, surrounded by yes-people, fly around the country making the same...

You have given us a strong, stable, reliable government for the next four years. You have done yourselves proud. Canada is a great country and tonight we can stand proud that we not only elected a majority government but we saw a sea change in Canadian politics. Thanks to all of you we have...

Got a present from the NDP in my mail yesterday. A glossy flyer telling me that "Jack Layton will ensure that BC can have its say on the HST, WITHOUT, having to pay billions to Ottawa" and that is taken right off the flyer, complete with emphasis on the 'without'. Excuse me, Jack, but you are...

... as he went on to win the World Figure Skating Championship in Russia. Way to go, Patrick! :canada: He broke the record for most points in the short program, the long skate and his combined numbers set a record for most points in a World Championship.... and he landed two quads cleanly -...

Kelly McParland: Ignatieff tells Quebec it’s OK to rate Canada as second best | Full Comment | National Post

Just heard on CNN that Arizona is considering bringing in a tax that would specifically target fat people, people who smoke, and people with chronic health problems. Arizona Fat & Smoking Fees Prove Gov. Brewer Is Nuts | The Stir Comments?

The best curlers in the world are gathered in Regina this week to take part in the Ford Men's World Championship. Jeff Stoughton's rink out of Manitoba won the Brier and the right to be named Team Canada. They were outstanding at the Brier and each team member played well into the 80+ percentage...

CTV is asking people to send them questions that they would like to see the leaders answer or at least address. You can find out more at: Submit your questions for April 12 Leaders' Debate - CTV News

CTV’s political panel to tackle the burning issue concerning which leader has the most charisma. Stephen is too nerdy – good thing. Iggy is too arrogant – bad thing. Jackie has to drop the sleazy used-car salesman smile and pitch. That leaves Gilles – who, IMHO, does have a touch of charisma.

Seems that Jackie and Ig are onside with this - no comment from the Conservatives or Bloc yet. I might be more open to having them in the debate were it not for the shrew who leads the party. Her addition last time was a complete farce. From a female's point of view, her inability to keep her...