Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with Green candidate Russ Aegard, Thunder Bay-Atikokan

Monday, September 24, 2007 Russ Aegard is running for the Green Party of Ontario in the Ontario provincial election, in the Thunder Bay-Atikokan 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…

Report urges Kenya to ban plastic bags

Wednesday, March 9, 2005File:Plastic bag stock sized.jpg They are cheap, useful, and very plentiful, and that is exactly the problem, according to researchers. A report issued on Feb. 23 by a cadre of environment and economics researchers suggested that Kenya should ban the common plastic bag that one gets at the checkout counter of grocery…

Benefits Of Silicone Bakeware

Here’s An Opinion On: Air Fryer Multi Cooker On Sale Submitted by: James Brown When the word silicone is mentioned, most people come to think of plastic surgery. However, there is more to silicone than artificially enhancing some people’s physical assets. Silicone has now conquered the baking world. Dressed in radiant bright colors and appearing…

Viktor Schreckengost dies at 101

Sunday, January 27, 2008 Viktor Schreckengost, the father of industrial design and creator of the Jazz Bowl, an iconic piece of Jazz Age art designed for Eleanor Roosevelt during his association with Cowan Pottery died yesterday. He was 101. Schreckengost was born on June 26, 1906 in Sebring, Ohio, United States. Schreckengost’s peers included the…

The Importance Of Healthy Dog Treats

Here’s An Opinion On: Pet Food Delivery Service It wasnt so many years ago when dog treats consisted more or less solely of milk bones, fatty biscuits, and table scraps. Not many options, and virtually none that were healthy. Well, times have definitely changed! Nowadays, savvy pet owners choose dog treats that include greenies, healthy…

Floods in South Africa wreak havoc

Thursday, January 28, 2010 Torrential rains and floods in the North West and Gauteng provinces of South Africa have caused disruption, government bodies said earlier today. The Greater Taung Local Municipality said a disaster area was declared, after 150 homes were affected and one person was confirmed dead from flooding. Residents were warned to keep…