Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with Family Coalition Party candidate Bob Innes, Hamilton East—Stoney Creek

Monday, October 1, 2007

Robert (Bob) Innes is running for the Family Coalition Party in the Ontario provincial election, in the Hamilton East—Stoney Creek riding. Wikinews’ Nick Moreau interviewed him regarding his values, his experience, and his campaign.

Stay tuned for further interviews; every candidate from every party is eligible, and will be contacted. Expect interviews from Liberals, Progressive Conservatives, New Democratic Party members, Ontario Greens, as well as members from the Family Coalition, Freedom, Communist, Libertarian, and Confederation of Regions parties, as well as independents.

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2008 Google Developer Day starts from Yokohama, Japan

Thursday, June 12, 2008

2008 The 2nd-annual Google Developer Day started its tournament in Pasifico Yokohama, Japan as its first stage. According to Google, this programmer-based event is similar to Google I/O, the largest programming event which is only available in USA and held earlier on May 28 & 29 in San Francisco, California.

Takuya Oikawa, Software Engineer of Google Japan, analyzed the future trend on programming and redefined the “3C”. “There are three key features to drive on the next generation programming, that is, ‘Client’ [user-oriented], ‘Connectivity’, and ‘Cloud Computing‘,” stated Oikawa.

Fumitoshi Ukai, the Software Engineer of Google Japan, has pointed out the importance of Google App Engine, and performed a SWOT analysis using the Sichuan earthquake as an example, and said: “The failure or success of Cloud Computing will be determined by three critical factors – ability of offline computing, language support, and quotas of databases.”

After the Japan Stage, 2008 Google Developer Day will be held in China, Taiwan, Australia, Mexico, and Brazil during the month of June. The Europe Tour of Google Developer Day will kick off from London, England on September 16.

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A Selection Of Great Lego Creator Games

By Alan Selby

Lego creator games allow your child and probably the child in most adults, to design their own world. These game or building sets can almost all be added onto easily from other creator games. They permit the child to have fun using hands on creativity, but they are also learning and making decisions in the process. The intricate detailing on most Lego sets brings the world of play time alive for children. Adults can also enjoy working with the creator sets with their kids and spending true quality time together. They may also enjoy building their own designs when the kids are away. Anyway your children will continue the assigned task they need to complete until it is finished in order to proceed to the next level of the game. That’s just the way the games are constructed, they’re a lot of fun.

The Lego creator buildings include such selections as the Lego Model Townhouse. A beautiful building with a red entrance and decorator windows and even a garage to house the convertible car. The Lego Family Home replete with an awning, rain gutters and spout. In the back yard you’ll find a hot tub, picnic table and a lounge chair.

Another option when you’re tired of working on the family home is to go to the Lego Beach House. Here the house can be assembled as tall or as wide as you desire. It wouldn’t be complete without a gas grill and the satellite dish that adorns the roof gives it a touch of reality. While checking out the roof you’ll also notice there are skylights as well.

The Fire Brigade creator set is a two story fire garage. There are firefighters and of course inside the building a real fire engine that you get to assemble. The building is done up in the traditional fire station design with great detail even including the American flag and a brass fire station bell.

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If you’re looking for that Christmas gift or just want to get into the holiday winter season, than the Winter Toy Shop might be what you want. There are figure in their winter gear and the Christmas carolers on the street truly set it off for the season. It wouldn’t be complete without the carefully detailed toys and the Christmas tree.

The Lego board games that allow for the interaction of from two to four players and truly put children minds into motion by creating scenarios to go with the game and making decisions as they encounter obstacles that need to be overcome to move on to the next level or proceed to the finish line, include the following.

The Minotaurs game is a lot of fun to build and the competitive play angle of the game teaches about the art of defensive playing. You need to get to the temple first and avoid the Minotaur and the efforts of your opponents to stop you from succeeding.

If you’re looking for that perfect Halloween holiday board game for the little one that the Monster 4 game would be the choice. You first get to assemble your monsters in where else, but the graveyard. Then you head out from there with the scarey game play.

The Lava Dragon game allows your children to become a brave Lego knight and proceed to climb the volcano, all the while avoiding the lava flows and the other game competitors attempts to block their ascent of the volcano.

Rounding out this small review of board games is the Harry Potter Hogwarts game. Here the kids get to delve into another side of the popular books and movies with all the wizardry. The object of the game is to make your way through the building, collecting your homework as you go, all the while being challenged by moving staircases and secret passages It gets kids into discussions of the stories and creating their own versions as well.

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Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with NDP candidate Paul Johnstone, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound

Thursday, September 13, 2007

A resident of Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound his whole life, Correctional Services officer Paul Johnstone is running for the Ontario New Democratic Party in the Ontario provincial election. Wikinews’ Nick Moreau interviewed him regarding his values, his experience, and his campaign.

Stay tuned for further interviews; every candidate from every party is eligible, and will be contacted. Expect interviews from Liberals, Progressive Conservatives, New Democratic Party members, Ontario Greens, as well as members from the Family Coalition, Freedom, Communist, Libertarian, and Confederation of Regions parties, as well as independents.

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Iranian International Master Dorsa Derakhshani discusses her chess career with Wikinews

Tuesday, April 14, 2020

In February 2017, the Iranian Chess Federation announced two teenage chess players, Dorsa Derakhshani and her younger brother Borna Derakhshani, were banned from representing the national team. The federation announced their decision although Dorsa Derakhshani had previously decided and informed the chess federation she did not wish to play for Iran.

Dorsa Derakhshani is currently 21 years old and holds the International Master (IM) as well as Woman Grand Master (WGM) titles. Her brother, Borna, plays for the English Federation and holds the FIDE Master title.

Dorsa Derakhshani was banned since she did not wear a hijab, an Islamic headscarf, while competing at the Tradewise Gibraltar Chess Festival in January 2017. Under the laws of Islamic Republic of Iran, hijab is a mandatory dress code. Her brother Borna Deraskhsani was banned for playing against Israeli Grand Master (GM) Alexander Huzman at the same tournament. Iran does not recognise the existence of Israel, and previously, Irani athletes have avoided playing against Israeli athletes.

Mehrdad Pahlavanzadeh, the president of the country’s chess federation, explained the decision to ban the players saying, “As a first step, these two will be denied entry to all tournaments taking place in Iran and in the name of Iran, they will no longer be allowed the opportunity to be present on the national team.” ((fa))Farsi language: ?????? ????? ?? ??? ??? ?? ??? ????? ?? ?? ???? ???????? ?? ?? ????? ? ?? ??? ????? ?????? ??????? ????? ??????? ? ???? ???? ???? ?? ??? ??? ?? ??????? ????. He further stated, “Unfortunately, something that should not have happened has happened and our national interest is paramount and we have reported this position to the Ministry of Sports.” ((fa))Farsi language: ????????? ?????? ?? ????? ????????? ?????? ??? ? ????? ??? ?? ?? ?? ???? ?????? ???? ? ?? ??? ???? ?? ?? ????? ???? ?? ????? ?????.

IM Dorsa Derakhshani, who currently studies at Saint Louis University in the United States and plays for the United States Chess Federation, discussed her chess career, time in Iran and the 2017 controversy, and her life in Saint Louis with a Wikinews correspondent.

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Deciding what to wear on a date can be almost as exciting as the date itself,especially if you’re into women’s fashion.What look will you go for? What accessories will you choose?It’s especially exciting if it’s your first date with someone. The old adage that first impressions count is a true one,so the right choice of women’s fashion on a date could make all the difference.

It’s really important to look good for your date because looking good helps you to feel confident and comfortable,attractive qualities in anyone.Plus,if you’re feeling good,you’re more likely to have fun on the date! It’s about bringing out what’s on the inside as well as enhancing what’s on the outside.

The trick is to strike the right note between demure and attractive.As fun as it would be to unleash your inner vamp,a date is not the place to do it especially in the early stages. You want to look beautiful in an approachable way,not a scary way, so put away the leather trousers, low-cut tops and wobbly stilettos.

When it comes to great date wear,the world of women’s dresses is your friend.Try a cute floral print for a really feminine look or,if you want to look more sophisticated,get out the little black dress.If youre going down the little black dress route,make sure it’s not one that shows off too much leg and cleavage.

Women’s dresses are also really versatile,meaning that you can wear them for daytime and evening dates.For an afternoon tea date, pair a dress with a cardigan,fake pearls and shiny court shoes.Smarten things up for the evening with a jacket,mules and a mock-croc clutch bag.

If you’re not a fan of dresses, don’t worry:other types of women’s fashion make good date wear too.If you’ve been on a few dates with the lucky guy in question,then you could wear jeans as long as theyre not your Sunday slouchy ones!Try smart flares with wedges (very this season) and a blouse with gold jewellery or skinny jeans with high-heeled boots and a cute jumper.

Hair and make-up make a difference to whatever you’re wearing, so make sure you’ve got enough time to get ready before the date to do yours.

Have a great time!

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Microsoft to track legal marijuana with new partner Kind Financial

Sunday, June 19, 2016

Microsoft announced on Thursday they are partnering with KIND Financial to help governments track the production and distribution of legal marijuana. Kind Financial, a California-based start-up company, began selling its Agrisoft Seed to Sale software three years ago. Microsoft is admitting Kind’s software on the Government portion of its Azure cloud service.

Although Kind Financial CEO David Dinenberg stressed to The Guardian they “absolutely do not touch the plant”, his company does business with growers and distributors of marijuana, as well as the governments that regulate it. State law in twenty-five US states — but not US federal law — has legalized marijuana, whether medicinally or for recreational use. Kimberly Nelson, Microsoft executive director of state and local government solutions, said they expect significant demand for technology to help states make sure cannabis distribution within their state is done according to their laws.

Kind also provides kiosks similar to automated tellers (ATMs) to facilitate marijuana transactions in dispensaries. The distribution of marijuana is often done only with cash or through machines like the ones Kind offers since many banks in the United States shy away from the marijuana industry entirely. Microsoft is not interacting with this part of Kind’s operations, however.

Microsoft and Kind will apply for contracts with state governments for their software. Currently, they have applied to Puerto Rico, a US territory, where medical marijuana has recently been made legal. BioTrackTHC, a company similar to Kind Financial, already has contracts with Washington, New Mexico, and Illinois.

Dinenberg said his company’s partnership with Microsoft is a major step in advancing the legitimacy of cannabis-related businesses.

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Sebastian Vettel wins 2009 British Grand Prix

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Red Bull Racing driver, Sebastian Vettel won the FIA Formula One 2009 Santander British Grand Prix from pole at the Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire, England. His teammate, Mark Webber, came second.

As the current leader of this season Jenson Button started sixth on the grid of his home Grand Prix, his BrawnMercedes teammate Rubens Barrichello took third joining Red Bull’s drivers on the podium.

Felipe Massa came fourth for Ferrari) despite starting eleventh. Jenson Button came very close to Massa and and Nico Rosberg from Williams but was unable to pass them and came only sixth gaining three points for the Brawn team.

Jarno Trulli (Toyota) and Kimi Räikkönen (Ferrari) closed the top eight.

Trulli’s teammate, Timo Glock came ninth with Giancarlo Fisichella on his back – a good result for the Force India team.

Jenson Button still leads the drivers’ standings with 64 points so far, 23 points ahead of his teammate and 25 ahead of Vettel. The constructor’s championship is topped by Brawn GP with more than a hundred points, Red Bull follows 30.5 points behind.

This year the British Grand Prix was expected to be the last held at Silverstone as Donington Park continues reconstruction to meet Formula One next year.

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Canada’s Don Valley East (Ward 33) city council candidates speak

This exclusive interview features first-hand journalism by a Wikinews reporter. See the collaboration page for more details.

Saturday, November 4, 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 Don Valley East (Ward 33). One candidates responded to Wikinews’ requests for an interview. This ward’s candidates include Zane Caplan, Shelley Carroll (incumbent), Jim Conlon, Sarah Tsang-Fahey, and Anderson Tung.

For more information on the election, read Toronto municipal election, 2006.

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Why Diagnostic Imaging Is Required Before Starting The Treatment?

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Today diagnostic imaging is requiredbefore starting the treatment as it has become an essential of the medicalpractice. It is a separate subdivision ofmedical science and it has equal importance in medicine. These days a medicalteam cannot be imagined without a diagnostic imaging expert.Their presence is inevitable and you can be sure of that.

Now thequestion comes as that of what is diagnostic imaging? This question can beanswered in simple words that it is a form of medical imaging to diagnose a disease. This kind of imaging gives a better understandingof the exact place of the body which needs attention.

Diagnosticimaging is usually painless and a harmless procedure to identify the problem ofa human body. At times people are asked to stand and sometimes people have tolie down for a test. These tests do not take a lot of time and are quite safeas professionals handle these matters with ease.

Anexample of diagnosticimaging is an X-ray, MRI, CT scan and PET scan. In somecases people are asked to gulp down medicines to get a digital imaging done. Diagnosticimaging has revolutionized the world of medicine. It helps a medical practitionercomprehend what kind of treatment should be used to deal with any kind ofhealth problem.

Whetherit is a broken arm or a cerebral attack, doctors need to examine the affectedpart in details. Digital imaging or diagnostic imaging makes it possible andpaves a way for better treatment. This is why most of the diseases can be curedin not time in todays world.

Inaddition it has to be mentioned that these experts of diagnostic imaging needproper accreditation. They have degrees in radiology which helps them detectdiagnostic imaging. They cannot make any mistakes as it is an important part ofmedical treatment.

Some ofthese diagnostic imaging specialists also have a human touch. In fact they needto develop this skill as they have to interact with the weak and ailing in mostof the cases. The warmth that they have makes their work easy. They can talk tothese patients and get their testing done at the same without much effort.

In conclusion once again it has to be mentioned herethat diagnostic imaging is required before starting thetreatment. Doctors or any medical practitioner cannot do without them.

Thesediagnostic imaging pros are well educated and skilled people. They are now moreof a necessity for any medical team all across the world for sure because oftheir dexterity. In short the importance of diagnostic imaging is a gift oftechnology that should be used to the full for better results.