Friday, April 3, 2009 Quiznos, a fast food restaurant chain that specializes in selling submarine sandwiches, has aired a controversial television commercial, with an extended version only appearing in the late-night lineups. The commercial is a promotion for the company’s new sandwich, the ‘Toasty Torpedo’. Bob Sassone, a writer for TVSquad.com, argues that it is […]
US and Mexico to revise counter-drug strategy
Friday, March 26, 2010 On Tuesday the United States and Mexico announced a new strategy to combat increasingly violent drug movements across the border between the two countries. According to American officials, the new plan would place more emphasis on local law enforcement, as well as providing aid to cities affected by the drug trade. […]
Car Accident Lawyers Can Help You Get What You Deserve
Read More About: Best Motor Insurance In Australia Affordable Motor Insurance Australia byAlma Abell Auto accident law is different from any other kind of law in the United States. Whether you or someone you know has been through a car accident or you’re making assumptions about court cases, no one can foretell the outcome of […]
Bottled water concerns health experts
Thursday, May 27, 2010 Canadian researchers from C-crest Laboratories have discovered an “unusually high” amount of bacteria in bottled water. Researchers don’t blame specific brands, but bottled water in general. A random study found unusually high rates of heterotrophic bacteria in the bottled water, more than 500 cfu, the legal limit set by United States […]
Wikinews interviews Duncan Campbell, co-founder of wheelchair rugby
Friday, September 7, 2012 London, England — On Wednesday, Wikinews interviewed Duncan Campbell, one of the creators of wheelchair rugby. ((Laura Hale)) You’re Duncan Campbell, and you’re the founder of… Duncan Campbell: One of the founders of wheelchair rugby. ((Laura Hale)) And you’re from Canada, eh? Duncan Campbell: Yes, I’m from Canada, eh! (laughter) ((Laura […]
African Olympians and Paralympians prepare for their London odyssey
Friday, June 29, 2012 With only a few days before final nominations for spots to compete at the London Olympic Games and little less than a month until the start of them, African Olympians are trying to finalize their selections while preparing for their moment on the Olympic stage. Meanwhile, with two months before their […]
A Trailer Is Only As Good As Its Tyres
Read More About: Black Series Camper A Trailer Is Only As Good As Its Tyres by Tim Machin It is really important that trailer owners ensure their trailer tyres are of a suitable standard before embarking on a trip. That\’s why it is a good idea for drivers with trailers to familiarise themselves with the […]
Indonesian parliament approves privatising of three major state firms
Saturday, September 20, 2008 The parliament of Indonesia has approved government plans to make an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of shares in three major state-owned firms, privatising them. They are steelmaker Krakatau Steel, Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN) and national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia. The parliament has left the process fully in the hands of the […]
British TV presenter Rico Daniels tells Wikinews about being ‘The Salvager’
Saturday, March 14, 2009 Rico Daniels is a British TV presenter living in France who is known for his two television series — The Salvager — whilst he still lived in the UK and then Le Salvager after he moved to France. Rico has been in a variety of jobs but his passion is now […]
How Are Worker Related Injury Cases Managed By A Personal Injury Law Firm In Tacoma, Wa?
Read More About: Custom Flatpack Kitchens Sydney Custom Flatpack Kitchen Nsw September, 2016 byadmin In Washington, employers are required to utilize a worker’s compensation policy to cover employee injuries. These policies provide full coverage for medical treatment for the injury. They also provide monetary benefits to cover wages lost during recovery. However, some terms of […]