The Latest on News/Issues
Features from May, 2001
From Thursday, May 31, 2001
Bad
Ads (Race Relations)
From sports shoes to SUVs, some advertisers get it all wrong when it comes
to race. Are the ads that are being targeted by critics and media watchdogs
really racist and culturally insensitivity? Race Relations Guide, Kimberly
Hohman lets you be the judge.
McVeigh
Seeks Delay of Execution (US Government)
Accusing the FBI of concealing even more evidence that might have had a
bearing on his trial, convicted Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh has
officially requested a delay of his June 11 execution. US Government Guide
Robert Longley reports.
Hurricane
News (US Newspapers)
Hurricane season is starting. Newspapers have the local contacts and
reporting staffs to get important storm news out quickly. Come here for links to
Hurricane special reports and predictions.
Chemical
Safety in 26 Languages (US Government)
Already one of the most innovative and user-focused government Web sites,
the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) has again raised the performance bar by
offering online translation into 26 languages on virtually every page of its
site. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
From Wednesday, May 30, 2001
Inglewood:
Charting the Deterioration (Pro-Life)
Years of inspection reports from Inglewood abortion hospital chart
conditions going from bad to worse as patients died. From Pro Life Guide
Christina Dunigan.
Tear
up the contract (Civil Liberty)
When officials violate our rights, says L. Neil Smith in his 'Lever Action'
collection of essays, it's time to send them packing. From J.D. Tuccille, your
Civil Liberties Guide.
Short
Take: Free Paul Bryan (Civil Liberty)
Help Paul Bryan escape prosecution for daring to challenge the Canadian
government's censorship of election results. From J.D. Tuccille, your Civil
Liberties Guide.
THE
UNITED KINGDOM VOTES (World News)
The British are preparing to vote, and the big story seems to be that no one
really cares...not even the British. World News Guide Keith Porter has more
about Tony Blair's cakewalk to re-election.
Faith-Based
Initiative: Current Status (US Government)
Few government programs have created as much public interest as the
Faith-Based Initiative. How and where do you apply for funds? You can't yet, but
you can find out here where the Faith-Based Initiative stands in the legislative
process. US Government Guide Robert Longley explains.
From Tuesday, May 29, 2001
Gambling,
Drugs and Munchies (US Government)
The brains of gamblers respond similarly to the brains of lab animals after
being given euphoria-inducing drugs or when being tempted by a tasty meal,
according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). US Government Guide Robert
Longley reports.
U.S.
Illegals Denied Prenatal Care Benefits (Law)
In a case that seems to highlight governmental foolishness, if not
irrationality, the U.S. 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals in New York has ruled that
Congress can seek to deter alien women from illegally entering the United States
by denying them benefits for prenatal care, even though the children, once born,
will be U.S. citizens with automatic eligibility for Medicare. Law Guide Paul
Reed has the story.
From Monday, May 28, 2001
Tony
Stewart Drives and Drives for Kids (Celebrity News)
Tony Stewart's success at Indy and in the Coca-Cola 600 raised over $250,000
for the Victory Junction Gang Camp, a charity supported by Kyle and Pattie
Petty. Find out how Tony's "Daily Double" helped to bring a program
for disabled kids one step closer to reality. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle
Vancil Tilton. (Linked to Nascar and Auto Racing)
Anna
Nicole Smith (Celebrity News)
From the beginning Anna Nicole Smith has been an interesting story. She went
from having virtually nothing, being a dancer in a club in Texas, to being the
wife of a billionaire who was over 60 years her senior. Now she is in court
dealing with her husband's estate. What do YOU think? From Celebrity News Guide
Adelle Vancil Tilton.
Destiny's
Child Gives Back to Houston! (Celebrity News)
The members of Houston's super-group, Destiny's Child, have donated $500,000
to fund youth center at St. John's Downtown Church in Houston, Texas. From
Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil Tilton. (Linked to Top40/Pop and
Houston)
World
Premiere of Pearl Harbor (Celebrity News)
One of the biggest events of the 20th century has become the biggest event
in Hollywood History. The film Pearl Harbor may be our Oscar sweep for this
year. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil Tilton.
CHARGING
FOR CONTENT (US Newspapers)
Lemming-like online-news executives are ready to jump on the paid-content
bandwagon. It looks like a train crash ready to happen. A new feature by
USNewspapers Guide Jack Downs.
This
week in mob news... (Organized Crime)
FBI sting reveals mob ties to Long Island adult entertainment industry;
Former Mexican governor arrested on drug-smuggling charges; Reputed Korean mob
members assault waiters using dog food and cigarettes; Gennaro Angiulo's bid for
freedom denied; more.
The
Prom King Was a Woman (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
What is a small town to do when its high school decides that the Prom King
should be a woman. And not just a woman, the school's only "out
lesbian?"
From Sunday, May 27, 2001
Monarchy
In Question (News Canada)
Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister ponders whether Queen Elizabeth should be
the last English monarch to reign over Canada.
From Saturday, May 26, 2001
Changing
the Jury System (Crime)
In a couple of states, felony trials (exclusive of murder) don't require
unanimous verdicts to convict. Does this deprive a defendant of his "beyond
a reasonable doubt" right, or does it simply keep one stubborn juror from
having veto power of the other 11?
Tax
Cuts Approved by Congress (US Government)
American taxpayers will receive refund checks of up to $600 this year as
part of the ten-year, $1.35 trillion compromise tax cut plan just approved by
Congress and now awaiting President Bush's signature. US Government Guide Robert
Longley reports.
Pandemonium
as Bush Follows Jeffords and Leaves GOP (US Conservatives)
What if Senator Jeffords is on the leading edge of a new trend and party
disloyalty spreads? A humorous look at the Jeffords switch from U.S.
Conservative Politics Guide Ted Gausmann.
Indian
Rape Victim Dies of Abortion (Pro-Life)
The Times of India News Service reports that the Dalit Sangharsha Samiti is
demanding compensation for the family of an underage rape victim who died from
complications of an abortion May 14, 2001. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
Gravano
Pleads Guilty in Ecstasy Case (Organized Crime)
Salvatore "Sammy the Bull" Gravano pleaded guilty along with his
son last Friday to running an Ecstasy distribution ring in Arizona. The irony?
The case against the infamous mob turncoat is based largely on the testimony of
informants. Organized Crime Eponine Sallee has the story.
From Friday, May 25, 2001
Brigham
and Women's Update (Pro-Life)
Abortionist Rapin Osthanondh evidently has not stepped down from his
position at Brigham and Womens Hospital after five nurses alleged that he
threatened to kill them over some missing forms. From Pro Life Guide Christina
Dunigan.
Holy
See Negotiator May Get Nomination (Pro-Life)
Catholic Family & Human Rights Institute reports on the anticipated
nomination of Holy See negotiator John Klink for a US State Department post.
Klink has long supported and promoted authentic health care and development for
the developing world. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
Inglewood:
Women Die and the Mill Grinds On (Pro-Life)
The choice to have an abortion at Inglewood was the last decision Kathy
Murphy, Lynette Wallace, Elizabeth Tsuji, Yvonne Tanner, Cora Lewis, and Belinda
Byrd ever made. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
Senator
Jeffords & the Bush Supreme Court (US Government)
During the campaign, President Bush stated that he planned to appoint
Supreme Court Justices "in the mold of" Justices Scalia and Thomas.
With the departure of Sen. Jeffords from the GOP, that mold may have been
broken. US Government Guide Robert Longley explains why.
From Thursday, May 24, 2001
June
is Pride Month - Celebrate! (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Where, how and why to celebrate Gay and Lesbian Pride month.
Bullying's
Latest Victim: Sen. Jeffords (US Politics)
"Going postal" is out, "Going Jeffords" is in. Find out
why America's most famous Senator is the latest victim of bullying. An analysis
from US Politics Guide John Aravosis.
From Wednesday, May 23, 2001
Sarah
Fisher - Indy Car Driver (Celebrity News)
For the first time, a woman has a real chance at winning the Indy 500. Sarah
Fisher has finished as high as second place this year, and is a real contender
to win the Memorial Day Classic. Joining her will be Elaine Irwin-Mellencamp,
who will drive the Official Pace Vehicle, another first at Indy. From Celebrity
News Guide Adelle Vancil Tilton.
More
Bizarre Twists in Blake Murder (Celebrity News)
As the allegations fly in the Bonnie Lee Bakley murder case, the LAPD has
sealed the investigation. Find out what new developments have led to this action
and how they affect actor Robert Blake, husband of the victim, in his attempt to
clear his name of any suspicion. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil
Tilton.
World
Premiere of Pearl Harbor (Celebrity News)
One of the biggest events of the 20th century has become the biggest event in
Hollywood History. The film Pearl Harbor may be our Oscar sweep for this year.
From Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil Tilton.
Sugar
Ray Gets Animated (Celebrity News)
The popular band Sugar Ray is releasing their video via animation
exclusively on the Cartoon Network's website this June. This video is considered
to be a tribute to the great animation of the past in the style of The
Flintstone's and The Jetson's. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil
Tilton.
Short
Take: Drug warrior survives recall (Civil Liberty)
The medical marijuana movement suffered another setback with the failure of
a recall campaign against a drug warrior district attorney. From J.D. Tuccille,
your Civil Liberties Guide.
Shift
in Power (US News)
In a move that could radically alter the balance of the nation's political
power, Republican Senator James Jeffords of Vermont is expected to announce
Thursday that he will abandon his party and become an independent. From US News
Guide Clare Saliba.
Senate
Passes Its Version of Tax Cut (US Government)
After days of debating and defeating most of 54 amendments, the U.S. Senate
by a vote of 62-38 has approved its version of a $1.35 trillion 11-year tax
reduction bill. Republicans still hope for larger tax cuts in final bill. US
Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
Bush's
Biggest Blunder: Losing Jeffords (US Politics)
George Bush just cost the Republicans the Senate, by forcing Vermont Republican
James Jeffords to bolt the party. There goes the Supreme Court, and maybe Bush's
presidency. An analysis from US Politics Guide John Aravosis.
Senator
Byrd Casts 16,000th Vote (US Government)
Democratic Senator Robert C. Byrd of West Virginia established yet another
historic landmark in his 42 years of service on Tuesday, May 22, 2001, when he
cast his 16,000th vote on the floor of the United States Senate. US Government
Guide Robert Longley reports.
All's
Well That Trades Well (Pro-Life)
Chinese atrocities continue to make headlines worldwide. Yet President Bush
is poised to extend 'normal trade relations' with the PRC without conditions.
From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
The
Abortion Mill That Wouldn't Die (Pro-Life)
What's in a name? When you're dealing with Inglewood
Hospital/Clinic/whatever, no matter what you call it, it's spelled
T-R-O-U-B-L-E. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
From Tuesday, May 22, 2001
Tired
Out (US News)
Firing the latest salvo in a bitter battle over who is to blame for
accidents that claimed the lives of at least 174 people, Ford Motor Co. said it
will replace up to 13 million more Firestone tires on its vehicles at a cost of
over $2 billion. US News Guide Clare Saliba reports.
Gun
Buyers' Rights Bill Introduced (US Government)
A bill just introduced before the U.S. Senate would require the destruction of
records of qualified gun buyers generated during background checks required by
the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act. US Government Guide Robert Longley
reports.
Searching
for News (US Newspapers)
A Review of news-search services and newspaper-only search engines, updated
with comments on an exciting new tool, Researchville.
Honoring
Slain Journalists (US Newspapers)
These journalists -- soldiers in the war for truth -- made the ultimate
sacrifice. This month we memorialize the almost 1,400 journalists who have died
on the job -- including 26 in 2000 and 13 already this year.
Socks
and Buddy Technical Advisors (Celebrity News)
Cats & Dogs is a comedic action-adventure film that combines live action
with cutting-edge CGI and animatronic effects. It uncovers the truth, heretofore
unknown by humans, about the high-tech, secret war being waged in neighborhoods
everywhere between the great armies of cats and dogs. From Celebrity News Guide
Adelle Vancil Tilton.
From Monday, May 21, 2001
Secretary
Powell Journeys to Africa (World News)
Colin Powell, the first African-American to serve as U.S. Secretary of
State, is making his first official visit to Africa. This week he will visit
Kenya, Mali, Uganda and South Africa. But the big story will be Sudan. World
News Guide Keith Porter has details.
New
Third Party Seeks Educated Candidates (US Government)
Believing better educated leaders hold the key to solving the world's
toughest problems, organizers of the new Trinity Party require its candidates to
have at least three doctoral degrees and twenty years of work of work
experience. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
The
Starbucks Effect (Human Rights)
As the largest coffee retailer in the US, Starbucks will play an important
role in the development of the Fair Trade system. Find out how you can help,
too. From Kevin Reid, Human Rights Guide.
From Sunday, May 20, 2001
Investigation
Continues Into Shooting (Celebrity News)
Who killed Mrs. Robert Blake? This is the question the Los Angeles Police
Department is trying to answer, as their investigation into the May 4, 2001
murder continues. At the present time, no one, including Blake, has been ruled
out as a suspect. From your Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil Tilton.
Sopranos
Season Finale - Episode 39 - The Army of One (Organized Crime)
In the final episode of season three, Jackie, Jr. has a meeting with Mr.
Smith and Mr. Wesson; Adriana makes a dangerous new friend; Meadow questions her
own loyalty and family values; AJ faces the prospect of military school; Paulie
grows increasingly unhappy with Tony.
Gold
Club Racketeering Trial (Organized Crime)
Opening arguments began May 14 in the Gold Club trial, a sweeping
racketeering conspiracy case that includes allegations of prostitution, credit
card fraud, loan-sharking, and ties to organized crime. Prosecutors say
nightclub owner Steve Kaplan and six others overcharged customers in order to
divert cash to the Gambino crime family. Organized Crime Guide Eponine Sallee
has the story.
From Saturday, May 19, 2001
Joan
of Arc: Setting the Record Straight (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
A historical researcher provides evidence that some of the common beliefs
regarding the accusations against Joan of Arc may not be accurate after all.
U.S.
Median Age Now Highest Ever (US Government)
The median age in America has reached its highest point ever at 35.3 years,
up from 32.9 years in 1990, while growth of the 65-and-over population slowed.
More interesting Census 2000 profile report facts from US Government Guide
Robert Longley.
From Friday, May 18, 2001
Dump
the FBI (Civil Liberty)
When not bungling its way through a chain of scandals, the FBI is a clear
menace to the life, liberty and property of decent people. It's time to get rid
of the rotten organization. From J.D. Tuccille, your Civil Liberties Guide.
This
week in mob news (Organized Crime)
A defense attorney is chastised for using a table dance as a legal argument;
Stevie "The Rifleman" Flemmi pleads guilty to extortion and
obstruction of justice; Camorra boss Angelo Nuvoletta finally arrested; Hong
Kong film star linked to triads; Silverio "Sal" Vitello dies;
more.
From Thursday, May 17, 2001
Bush
Energy Policy: Make More, Use Less (US Government)
Addressing what he has referred to as "the most serious energy shortage
since the oil embargoes of the 1970s," President Bush has released his
administration's National Energy Policy, 105 ways to increase supply while
promoting conservation. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
Deputy
PM is a Thug (UK Labor)
A controversial point of view this week. Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott
is a thug!
The
Lone American Grows in Number (US Government)
Is America becoming a country of loners? In 1940, less than 8 percent of all
Americans lived alone. Today, almost 26 percent live by themselves. Census 2000
figures reflect significant changes in the makeup of the "average"
American family. US Government Guide Robert Longley has details.
From Wednesday, May 16, 2001
House
Approves Foreign Aid Abortion Ban (US Government)
The U.S. House of Representatives has voted 218-210 to uphold President
Bush's reinstatement of the "Mexico City Policy" denying U.S. foreign
aid to overseas organizations that promote or perform abortions. US Government
Guide Robert Longley reports.
Cohabitating
Couple Can't Claim Coverage (Law)
A federal appellate court in Chicago has ruled that an unmarried,
opposite-sex couple cannot claim constitutional violations by their exclusion
from a Domestic Partnership Benefit Program applying to certain same-sex
couples. Law Guide Paul Reed covers the case.
From Tuesday, May 15, 2001
Christian
Right: The Supernatural Factor (US Conservatives)
The phrases "Christian Right" and "Religious Right,"
once merely interest-group labels, now seem to be more often used as slurs. What
is behind the core beliefs of the Christian Right? Why are evangelical
Christians so passionate about certain issues? Commentary from US Conservative
Politics Guide Ted Gausmann.
Bush
Moves to Enforce Existing Gun Laws (US Government)
President Bush backed up his campaign position on gun violence yesterday by
announcing a $550 million, 2-year plan to increase enforcement of existing state
and federal gun control laws rather than passing new ones. From US Government
Guide Robert Longley.
From Monday, May 14, 2001
LIVING
LIKE A REFUGEE (World News)
New statistics say 1 out of every 284 people on Earth live in refugee-like
conditions. Who are these refugees, asylum-seekers and displaced people? And who
is going to take care of them? World News Guide Keith Porter has some
answers
Short
Take: High court rejects medical pot (Civil Liberty)
In a setback to the medical marijuana movement, the Supreme Court ruled that
U.S. law leaves no room for pot growers and distributors to claim a medical
necessity defense against prohibitionist statutes. From J.D. Tuccille, your
Civil Liberties Guide.
Frankly,
My Dear, It's a Parody (Race Relations)
What if Mammy and Massa bore a child? What if Scarlett's sister was a
mulatto slave? What if slaves had a voice on Tara plantation? Author Alice
Randall explores "Gone With the Wind" possibilities in her parody,
"The Wind Done Gone." But a U.S. District Court judge has ruled that
the only one who'll tell this story is Miss Scarlett herself. From Race
Relations Guide Kimberly Hohman.
Supreme
Court Upholds Medical Marijuana Ban (US Government)
In an 8-0 decision, the US Supreme has ruled that marijuana may not be
distributed to persons who prove a medical necessity for the drug. The decision
upholds a federal law that classifies marijuana as illegal and offers no medical
exceptions. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
Poll:
US Split on FBI-McVeigh Incident (US Government)
In a recent Newsweek poll of 1,056 adults, 41-perecent said the FBI’s
failure to turn over the missing McVeigh documents was a simple bureaucratic
foul-up, while 43-percent said it was a cover-up. What do you say? Foul-up or
Cover-up? US Government Guide Robert Longley invites your opinions.
From Sunday, May 13, 2001
Traficant:
Not Guilty "By Reason of Sanity" (Organized Crime)
Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. pleaded not guilty to corruption charges Friday
in a bizarre hearing reminiscent of his one-minute speeches. The congressman
said he would represent himself in court and gave a jarring preview of what that
could entail. From Organized Crime Guide Eponine Sallee.
'The
Sopranos' Episode 38 - 'Amour Fou' (Organized Crime)
The season finale is almost here, and the Soprano family has the stress to
prove it. In this episode, Carmela's guilt causes both a cancer scare and a trip
to confession; Jackie, Jr. makes a stupid attempt to earn the mob's respect;
Tony's rejection drives Gloria off the deep end; Patsy Parisi proves he's a
tough guy, after all.
Organized
Crime News Briefs - updated 5/11/01 (Organized Crime)
This week in the news: Gravano pere accused of threatening to kill his son's
girlfriend; Gravano fils requests he be tried separately from his father;
'Junior' Gotti to take Fifth in Gold Club case; Canadian MP apologizes for
humming the theme from 'The Godfather'; more.
Characteristics
of Best Small Businesses (US Government)
What do America's most successful small businesses have in common? Some
answers to that one can be found in these characteristics of the businesses
owned by the SBA’s 53 Small Business Persons of the year for 2001. US
Government Guide Robert Longley Reports.
Perry
Como Dies at Florida Home (Celebrity News)
One of America's most beloved entertainers, Perry Como died Saturday at his
home in Florida. Como sold over 100 million recordings during a career that
spanned over half a century. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil
Tilton.
Author
Douglas Adams Dies Suddenly (Celebrity News)
Best selling author Douglas Adams died suddenly of a heart attack in Santa
Barbara, California May 11. His book, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy has sold
over 14 million copies and a cult following has developed around the characters
and their lives. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle Vancil Tilton.
Tribute
to Calli Soules - Painting Guide at About (Celebrity News)
On Wednesday May 8, About lost one of its most talented guides when she
unexpectedly passed away. Read a tribute to Painting guide, Calli Soules and
experience the power and beauty of her talent. From Celebrity News Guide Adelle
Vancil Tilton.
From Saturday, May 12, 2001
No
More Moms? (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
A school's decision to stop celebrating Mothers and Fathers Days leads to the
scapegoating of gays and lesbians by the New York Post.
From Friday, May 11, 2001
McVeigh
Execution Delayed (US News)
Attorney General John Ashcroft said Friday that the execution of convicted
bomber Timothy McVeigh will be postponed for almost one month in an effort to
provide his attorneys with "ample and adequate" time to review
newly-found documents in the case. US News Guide Clare Saliba reports.
Calif.
High Court Hears Key Gun Case (US Government)
Can the maker of a gun be held legally responsible for the criminal use of
that gun? That is the question at the heart of a key gun control case currently
before the California Supreme Court as Merrill v. Navegar gets another day in
court. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
From Thursday, May 10, 2001
Rule
of Terror - Rule of Law (Conspiracies)
Separatist movements constantly point at Ruby Ridge as a sign that the
government rules by terror. The debate intensifies as we approach the execution
of Tim McVeigh. What happened at Ruby Ridge? Do citizens of a democracy have a
right to secede?
Tap
Water Can Kill You (Canada News)
Canada is afraid of its drinking water, again. Just 12 months after
thousands were made ill and seven killed from e. coli in Walkerton, Ontario, the
parasite chryptosporidium has invaded North Battleford's water supply and
infected hundreds. Canada has the world's largest supply of fresh water but it's
not as safe as you might think. About Canada News Guide David Plug
reports.
From Wednesday, May 9, 2001
Multinational
Beats Mexico Under NAFTA (Canada News)
A Mexican state thought they were creating an ecological preserve. A
Canadian judge has ruled they were breaking the North America Free Trade
Agreement and owe $16.5 million to a toxic waste corporation. About Canada News
Guide has a report on how Mexico vs. Metalclad creates worries that free trade
allows multinationals to bully local governments with threats of legal action.
Short
Take: California court slaps juries (Civil Liberty)
Fearful of increasingly rebellious juries, California's high court gave
judges the go-ahead to oust jurors who insist on putting their consciences
before the law. From J.D. Tuccille, your Civil Liberties Guide.
Don't
kill McVeigh (Civil Liberty)
Popular or not, the execution of Timothy McVeigh can't be justified -- and
it just continues a cycle of violence. From J.D. Tuccille, your Civil Liberties
Guide.
House
Passes 2002 Budget Compromise (US Government)
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved 221-207 a compromise $1.97
trillion fiscal year 2002 federal budget plan including most of the tax cuts
proposed by President Bush and limiting government spending. Senate should vote
on Thursday. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.
Supreme
Psychobabbling (Pro-Life)
The Supreme Court's reasoning in Planned Parenthood vs. Casey is
psychobabble worthy of a high school bull session; it has no resemblance to
jurisprudence. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
From Tuesday, May 8, 2001
Technology's
Babies (Canada Online)
The Commons Committee on Health is studying draft legislation to regulate
reproduction technologies in Canada - including cloning, stem cell research,
sperm banks and the use of surrogate mothers. From Susan Munroe, About Guide to
Canada Online.
One
Gallon of Gas: Do I Hear $3? (US Government)
In 2000, the AAA predicted that Americans might not be
"psychologically" prepared to deal with $2 a gallon gasoline. In 2001
gas may hit $3. So, get psyched-up, because it looks like there is little the
federal government can do to help.
A
Look at our Comic Future (US Newspapers)
Ron Callari’s creative drive connects him to the history of comics in
newspapers and the future of comics on the Internet. Learn more about his ideas
in this guest essay.
Model
Critical After Auto Accident (Celebrity News)
Supermodel Niki Taylor continued to fight for her life following 5 hours of
surgery on Thursday. Her physicians report that the 26 year old Taylor remains
in critical condition following the surgery. From your About Guide to Celebrity
News.
Kidman
Responds to Divorce Petition (Celebrity News)
The accusations continue to fly, and they're not all about the divorce. Cruise
recently filed a lawsuit against an adult film actor as a result of rumors of a
secret affair. Read the official court divorce petition here. From your About
Celebrity News Guide.
From Monday, May 7, 2001
Human
Rights Panel Loses U.S....and More (World News)
The world gave the United States a little slap on the wrist last week by
denying America a seat on the U.N. Commission on Human Rights. World News Guide
Keith Porter says the action may ultimately hurt the commission more than it
hurts the United States.
Criminals
Hiding the Bodies: Rose Lipner (Pro-life)
The case of Rose Lipner shows how difficult it was for an abortionist to
hide a criminal abortion death, and how easy it was for a citizen to expose an
abortionist, before legalization. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.
Two
More States Ban Executions of the Mentally Retarded (Human Rights)
On Friday, Florida's state legislature approved a ban on the execution of
mentally retarded criminals. A similar bill was signed into law in Arizona a
week earlier. These new laws may have an impact on the how the death penalty can
be used in the US.
View
to a Kill? (US News)
While the death penalty continues to be one the most hotly debated facets of
the criminal justice system, the upcoming execution of Timothy McVeigh has
sparked a broader discussion over whether the public has the right to watch a
killer die. From US News Guide Clare Saliba.
Disabled
Gain 'Work Environment' Claim (Law)
Back-to-back decisions from two U.S. federal courts of appeal in very
different cases have established for the first time a right of action under the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for a "hostile work
environment." Law Guide Paul Reed takes a look.
Wildfire
Season Brings Job Openings (US Government)
Want a really hot job? A year after the devastating Los Alamos fire, and
facing a potential record fire season in 2001, five U.S. government agencies
join forces to hire thousands of new wildland firefighters and support
personnel.
'The
Sopranos' Episode 37 - 'The Pine Barrens' (Organized Crime)
It's relationship evaluation day on 'The Sopranos' -- Gloria Trillo gives a
demonstration of her potential for craziness; Meadow catches Jackie with another
woman; Paulie and Chris get lost in South Jersey.
From Sunday, May 6, 2001
My
Life in Crime (Crime)
A look back at the best, worst, and strangest stories I wrote about since I
joined this outfit. No links to anybody, because this is all about me...ME, I
tell ya!
The
Buffalo is Back In Silver! (US Government)
One of America's most beloved and widely collected coins, the Buffalo
nickel, will be back and available to the public in a special one-dollar,
90-percent pure silver commemorative version on June 7, 2001. U.S. Government
Guide Robert Longley has the details.
From Saturday, May 5, 2001
U.S.
Rep. James A. Traficant, Jr. Indicted
U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant, Jr., known as one of the most colorful
politicians on Capitol Hill, was indicted today on charges of bribery, tax fraud
and racketeering. The congressman, who has been the target of a federal grand
jury investigation for nearly two years, announced in his inimitable fashion
that he would represent himself in court. Organized Crime Guide Eponine Sallee
explains.
From Friday, May 4, 2001
New
Bill to Close ‘Gun Show Loophole’ (US Government)
A group of nineteen U.S. Senators -- eighteen Democrats and one Republican
-- have introduced a bill amending the 1993 Brady Act to extend required
criminal background checks to purchases made at gun shows. US Government Guide
Robert Longley reports.
From Thursday, May 3, 2001
Canada
Counts - The 2001 Census (Canada Online)
On May 15, about 11.8 million Canadian households and 276,000 farm
operations will be filling in questionnaires for the 19th Census of Canada. From
Susan Munroe, About Guide to Canada Online.
Abortion
Battle Looms in House (US Politics)
A coalition of Democrats and Republicans in the House have joined together
to overturn Bush's policies on abortion and school vouchers. As the House is
usually the Congress' more conservative body, does this new coalition spell
trouble for Bush's agenda?
From Wednesday, May 2, 2001
Call
to Action: Section 28 (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Join the folks fighting to repeal a most disgusting piece of
legislation.
House
Passes Pension Reform Bill (US Government)
The U.S. House of Representatives has just passed a bill designed to
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increasing limits on contributions to IRAs and 401(k) plans. US Government Guide
Robert Longley reports.
From Tuesday, May 1, 2001
Bush
Calls for Missile Defense Plan (US News)
Making his case for a controversial multibillion-dollar missile defense
system, President George W. Bush said Tuesday that the 1972 ABM treaty with
Russia -- which forbids the deployment of such a program -- should not preclude
its development. From US News Guide Clare Saliba.
Education
to Address Misuse of Funds (US Government)
According to its own inspector general, the Department of Education abused
and misused over $450 million since 1998. That, says Education Secretary Rod
Paige, has got to change. Read about Secretary Paige’s "Blueprint for
Management Excellence." From US Government Guide Robert Longley.
A
World of Newspaper Circulation (US Newspapers)
An expert on international newspaper marketing and circulation tells us who
reads newspapers and who doesn’t. Second in a two-part series. A new feature
by About guide to USNewspapers Jack Downs.
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