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Cardiff student union calls for cancellation of lecture by Germaine Greer
Sunday, October 25, 2015 The Cardiff University student union has called for the cancelling of a November lecture by feminist author and academic Germaine Greer, following comments about transgender star Caitlyn Jenner and other trans women that they have labelled ‘transmisogynistic’. In an online petition, women’s officer Rachael Melhuish asserts that Greer “…has demonstrated time […]
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G20 Summit plans to inject US$5tn into economy before 2011
Friday, April 3, 2009 The G20 Summit held in London, England concluded Thursday with an injection into the economy of US$5 trillion by the end of 2010. Global trade would be supported by $250 billion (169.5 billion pounds). “We are going to act decisively to kickstart international trade. We will ensure availability of at least […]
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Long shots dashed hopes of favorites in Derby race
Monday, May 9, 2005 Saturday’s running of the Kentucky Derby left favorites in dry churned up dust, as speedster Spanish Chestnut forced an early pace that only long-shot horses fully answered. The two top finishers, Giacomo and Closing Argument ran past race favorites Bellamy Road and hopeful Bandini, who came off the starting gate well […]
Getting Botox In The Woodlands
More On This Topic: Best Surgeons For Facelift In Fort Worth Texas Reviews Submitted by: Boricua It is now becoming quite popular to get Botox in the Woodlands, since this is absolutely the favored method of facial rejuvenation. The most likely reason is because of the fact that it offers people a safe way to […]
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Spanish trawler missing, three die in UK as storms hit northern Europe
Wednesday, January 12, 2005 As winds in the UK reach 124 mph, a Spanish fishing trawler is missing off the coast of Scotland and three people have died in northern Britain. The UK Coastguard received an emergency beacon signal via satellite at 2330 UTC last night from a boat in the North Atlantic, 180 miles […]
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Canada’s Beaches—East York (Ward 32) 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, Torontonians will be heading to the polls to vote for their ward’s councillor and for mayor. Among Toronto’s ridings is Beaches—East York (Ward 32). Four candidates responded to Wikinews’ requests for […]
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Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with NDP candidate Sheila White, Scarborough-Rouge River
Thursday, September 13, 2007 Having worked as an aide, advisor, and Executive Assistant to municipal and provincial politicians, Sheila White is running for the Ontario New Democratic Party in the Ontario provincial election, in the Scarborough-Rouge River riding. Wikinews’ Nick Moreau interviewed her regarding her values, her experience, and her campaign. Stay tuned for further […]
What To Expect From A Fence Contractor In Temecula
More On This Topic: Cavoodle Puppies For Sale In Australia byAlma Abell Fence contractors commonly provide fence materials and products as well as installation services. This is the most convenient way to have the fence you want installed for your property. Since there are so many styles and fencing materials from which to choose, you […]
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Nine dead after armed Santa Claus opens fire in LA suburb
Monday, December 29, 2008 At least nine people have been killed in a two-story house in Covina, California, after a man dressed in a full Santa Claus outfit opened fire at a Christmas Eve party and then set the house ablaze. Covina is a city in Los Angeles County, California about 22 miles (35 km) […]
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G7 announce debt relief plan
Saturday, February 5, 2005 London, UK —The quarterly G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting at Lancaster House concluded on February 5, 2005, with the G7 failing to agree on a plan to reduce debt in developing countries. According to the Los Angeles Times, British Chancellor of the Exchequer Gordon Brown announced that he […]