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User:Tomos/A bug

I realize that I cannot access certain pages on Wikinews.

The reason is unknown.

These pages show up as blank. this will result in the same blank page.
 * Special:Specialpages
 * Water cooler
 * Bug reports (there is a link to this page in the left column if you use the classic skin.)
 * http://en.wikinews.org/w/index.php?title=Wikinews:Water_cooler&action=purge

These pages are blank both in Firefox and IE.

The source code is also blank when I see it with Firefox. With IE, the source is not completely blank, but is a set of tags (head,html, body) and a little more.

Pages I can access without a problem.
 * Special:Recentchanges
 * Special:Upload
 * Special:Newpages
 * Water cooler/assistance/Archive/9
 * Neutral point of view
 * Article flags
 * Contact_us

many others.

In case this helps someone to find some bug, I am just leaving this here.

Tomos 15:20, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

The problem is now gone, appearently. Tomos 02:49, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

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Hey. Just wanted to say you did a nice job on writing this article. Hope to see more articles from you :)  —FellowWiki Newsie 15:35, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

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User talk:ST47

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In response to your edit summary "so, why did you add 'created'?" well, that was a mistake. I meant to add 'written'. Hope that clears up the confusion :)  —FellowWiki Newsie 21:06, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I thought it was something like that ;) ST47 23:09, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

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Cricket: England defeat India in one-day series decider

September 8, 2007

England have beaten India by seven wickets in the seventh and final One-Day International of the series at Lord's, London, England. England win the series 4-3.

India, having won the toss, struggled with the bat. Sourav Ganguly was caught at second slip for 15 runs, and Gautam Gambhir was dismissed for 12 runs. Captain Rahul Dravid was caught behind for a duck, while Sachin Tendulkar was given out caught behind by umpire Aleem Dar for 30 runs. Television replays showed that the decision may not have been right, but India were reduced to 59-4. Dimitri Mascarenhas was the best performing England bowler, dismissing Robin Uthappa (22), Yuvraj Singh (28) and Piyush Chalwa (0), finishing with figures of 3-23. Andrew Flintoff, back in the England side after passing a medical test on his ankle, took 3-45. Mahendra Singh Dhoni scored fifty for India, but they were bowled out for just 187 runs.

England's opening batsmen Luke Wright and Matt Prior were both dismissed for ducks by R P Singh in the second over. Despite the early setback England had few problems in reaching the target. Ian Bell was run out for 36, while Kevin Pietersen and Paul Collingwood took England to victory, scoring 71 not out and 64 not out respectively. R P Singh was the pick of the Indian bowlers, taking 2-40.

Toss: India won, and chose to bat first.

Fall of wickets: 1-26 (Ganguly, 6.1 ov), 2-52 (Gambhir, 12.4 ov), 3-53 (Dravid, 13.3 ov), 4-59 (Tendulkar, 15.4 ov), 5-106 (Uthappa, 24.3 ov), 6-119 (Yuvraj Singh, 30.2 ov), 7-147 (Powar, 37.2 ov), 8-148 (Piyush Chawla, 38.4 ov), 9-160 (Khan, 41.6 ov), 10-187 (Dhoni, 47.3 ov)

Fall of wickets: 1-10 (Wright, 1.2 ov), 2-11 (Prior, 1.4 ov), 3-74 (Bell, 15.6 ov)

Did not bat: O A Shah, A Flintoff, A D Mascarenhas, S C J Broad, M S Panesar, J M Anderson

England: M J Prior (wkt), L J Wright, I R Bell, K P Pietersen, P D Collingwood (capt), O A Shah, A Flintoff, A D Mascarenhas, S C J Broad, M S Panesar, J M Anderson

India: S C Ganguly, S R Tendulkar, G Gambhir, R Dravid (capt), Yuvraj Singh, R V Uthappa, M S Dhoni (wkt), R R Powar, Piyush Chawla, Z Khan, R P Singh

Man of the Match: K P Pietersen (England)  Man of the Series: I R Bell (England)

Umpires: Aleem Dar (Pakistan) and I J Gould TV Umpire: P J Hartley Match Referee: R S Mahanama (Sri Lanka) Reserve Umpire: R J Bailey


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I have always wondered what lorry means; it means a truck? Ok. Sounds like an example of how the term 'an Americanism' is incorrect.Contralya


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Talk:UK jets shadow Russian bombers

The title of this article is identical to the BBC News report and the first few sentences are copied from that article. This cannot be published in its current state. Adambro 17:01, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

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Comments:Japanese man retains title at Air Guitar World Championship in Finland

It pains me to see the fair name of the city of Oulu presented as "Oulo." It isn´t so damn hard, people.

 * Sorry, I just lifted it from the sources, I will change it now. Blood Red Sandman  (Talk)   (Contribs) 19:04, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

F*ck my brain) I want goin that championship)))


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Talk:Former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney to release "Memoirs: 1939-1993"

Wikipedia
Hello, I am the author of the entry at Wikipedia Memoirs: 1939-1993. In the interest of saving time I copied and pasted my work from Wikipedia and edited to become a Wikinews article, thank you. User:Chessy999
 * As it states on the article tag, this is a duplicate article. Not to mention Wikipedia and Wikinews do not use the same license and information cannot be copy and pasted from Wikipedia to WIkinews. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 19:51, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * In this case, we can use it, since the original author of the text is the one submiting it here. It's still his/her copyright, s/he is free to release it under dual liscences. Blood Red Sandman  (Talk)   (Contribs) 19:56, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Not while its published on Wikipedia. The licenses, regardless of authors are not compatible. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 19:58, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I don't see why not, but OK then, all the user has to do is state here "I hereby release said material into the public domain". That would overule other liscences and makes the material fit for any purpose. Blood Red Sandman  (Talk)   (Contribs) 20:01, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * There isn't a problem. The GFDL is not an exclusive licence so the author can release the material elsewhere under different licences. Adambro 20:04, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well I am not gonig to sift through the history of the WP article because that could take hours depending on how many people edited. If its in a cllaberative space, then this is not an acceptable WN article because those edits will be changed on WP. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 20:19, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

 * Nothing to sift through at WP I am the only editor, I release the copyright into the public domain, let's rock !!
 * Thats not going to be the case. I still highly object. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 01:30, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

 * Object to what ? I wrote the article 74.14.120.137 01:51, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I stated my concerns here and on your talk page. You do not own the edits that are made on a Wikipedia article, if others can make edits to it. THe article on Wikipedia is not yours once others edit it. And in order to comply with the licenses we would have to monitor that article 24/7, something I am not willing to do. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 02:00, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

 * Uh, u r missing the point, I wrote the Wikinews article, not Wikipedia ! 74.14.120.137 02:12, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You have been claiming to have written the Wikipedia article too. DragonFire1024 (Talk to the Dragon) 02:28, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Dragon, the way copyright works is that it is technicaly still the author's in this case, just released freely and attributed to Wikipedia. I highly doubt that there is any way the two liscences could conflict, thus preventing dual liscencing, but in any case, user has released the work into the public domain, so anyone can do anything with it. It's still his to release even less restrictively, and he has done that. If you really want, I'll go over the original article and double-check. Blood Red Sandman  (Talk)   (Contribs) 15:35, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Please see the page's history. No-one else has touched the article, it has a total of just six edits. No problems here at all. Blood Red Sandman  (Talk)   (Contribs) 15:38, 9 September 2007 (UTC)


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Former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney to release "Memoirs: 1939-1993"

September 8, 2007

On Sunday Memoirs: 1939-1993 a memoir written by former Prime Minister of Canada Brian Mulroney will be released. The 1,152 page tome outlines Mulroney's version of events during his time as prime minister.

CTV will broadcast a documentary on Brian Mulroney on the eve of his book launch. In addition, the network plans to air Triumph & Treachery: The Brian Mulroney Story on Sunday, CTV says the 90-minute special will be the most complete interview the former prime minister has ever given and his first comprehensive interview since leaving office in 1993.The Quebec French language TVA network will air a similar documentary exclusively in French later that night.

Mulroney allocates a fair amount of text commenting on his antogonist the late and former Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau. Mulroney believes that Trudeau lacked the moral fibre to be Prime Minister for not serving in the Canadian Forces during World War II.

Mulroney insinuates that the young Trudeau had anti-Semitic beliefs at that time, "This is a man who questioned the Allies when the Jews were being sacrificed and when the great extermination program was on, he was marching around Outremont, Quebec on the other side of the issue."

Mulroney also blames Trudeau for scuttling the Meech Lake Accord, the 1990 pact aimed at securing Quebec's signature on the Constitution of Canada.

The current Prime Minister Stephen Harper supported Mulroney's right to comment on Trudeau, "I think it's well known Mr. Mulroney was an opponent of Mr. Trudeau," Harper said. "He was his opposition leader and, as you know, came to power at the end of the Trudeau period when people wanted to make a change. I'll leave it to people who were there then to fight those battles. I think it's perfectly reasonable that they would comment. I think these are debates that are best left to some of the people who were around then and academics."

Trudeau's former piers and friends have rallied behind his legacy and made public comments to dampen Mulroney's accusations.

Stephane Dion responded to Mulroney critiques with a five paragraph statement posted on the Liberal Party website, "It is regrettable that, after attending prime minister Trudeau’s state funeral and praising him as 'an exceptional individual who served his country effectively and well … a gallant political warrior who loved his country,' Mr. Mulroney would seem to be at such odds with his own views."

Tom Axworthy's, response to Mulroney was that Trudeau should be judged by his actions once his values matured and he entered public life, not by "ridiculous" thoughts he entertained briefly in his teens and early twenties.

John R. English stated, Trudeau's youthful views must be put in the context of the times, when most Quebecers were so virulently anti-British and opposed to what they saw as a British war that they were blinded to the evils of Hitler's Nazism.

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2007 Rugby World Cup: New Zealand, Australia and England open with wins

September 8, 2007

New Zealand, Australia and England started their 2007 Rugby World Cup campaigns today with victories over Italy, Japan and the United States respectively. Australia and tournament favorites New Zealand comprehensively defeated their opposition, while defending champions England produced a comparatively unimpressive display to overcome the American team.

Tournament favourites New Zealand dominated their opening match against Italy. Richie McCaw opened the scoring after just 64 seconds and scored again in the seventh minutes. Tries from Doug Howlett, Mils Muliaina and two from Sitiveni Sivivatu increased the All Black's imposing lead. Just before half time, Marko Stanojevic scored a try for Italy taking the score to 43-7.

After the interval New Zealand scored five more tries, two each from Howlett and Jerry Collins and one from Chris Jack, with All Blacks fly half Daniel Carter kicking seventeen points during the match. In the 71st minute, Mirco Bergamasco scored a consolation try for Italy.

Australia scored thirteen tries against Japan in their opening match. A try from Nathan Sharpe and a hat-trick from Rocky Elsom put the Wallabies ahead by 23-3 at half time. Australia overwhelmed Japan in the second half, scoring nine tries without reply. Chris Latham, Berrick Barnes and Drew Mitchell claimed two tries each, and Adam Ashley-Cooper, George Smith and Adam Frier completed Australia's victory.

Japan's only points came from a Kōsei Ono penalty just before half time, while Stirling Mortlock kicked 27 points for Australia.

In contrast to the day's earlier matches, the England team overcame the United States by only eighteen points. After 31 minutes the score was 9-3 with all points coming from penalties. However Jason Robinson and Olly Barkley scored tries late in the first half for England, with the score 21-3 at half time. Nine minutes after the interval Tom Rees scored England's third try, but they were not able to score again. Matekitonga Moeakiola scored for the Americans in the 74th minute.


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Four young girls killed in Zambia wall collapse

September 8, 2007

Four young girls were killed and six more people injured when a brick wall collapsed on top of them in Zambia. The victims had been trying to reach a free mosquito net handout when a stampede erupted, causing the collapse.

The accident occurred in the town of Mpika, where the Ministry of Health was conducting the handout as part of an anti-malaria initiative. As people flocked to the community hall where the event was taking place, people outside the premises began climbing the walls in an effort to get in, initiating the collapse.

The four girls died on the spot in the incident, which occurred at around 17:30 local time. Six others were taken to the local Mpika District Hospital, where they were treated for their injuries, which are believed to be non life-threatening.


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Pavarotti receives standing ovation at funeral

September 8, 2007 The family and friends of the world-famous opera singer Luciano Pavarotti have gathered in his hometown of Modena, Italy to pay their final respects. Pavarotti died on Thursday of complication from pancreatic cancer at the age of 71.

The Roman Catholic service at the cathedral in Modena was attended by such international stars as fellow tenors Plácido Domingo and José Carreras, as well as U2's Bono. It included Mozart's Ave Verum Corpus, Giuseppe Verdi's Ave Maria and a message of condolence from Pope Benedict XVI, who said Pavarotti had "honored the divine gift of music through his extraordinary interpretative talent".

At least 800 people were present in the cathedral, but thousands gathered outside to watch the service on a television screen placed in Modena's main square. The service was also shown on Italian state television and via the Internet.

A recording of Pavarotti's famous duet with his father in 1978 was played and prompted a standing ovation of the crowd inside and outside the cathedral, and Italy's air force gave a flyover releasing smoke in the colours of the Italian flag. It is estimated that over 100,000 people have seen Pavarotti's casket in the past two days, where it has been publicly displayed in Modena's main piazza, to many of Pavarotti's recordings and appearances shown on the public screen. Pavarotti will be buried in his family plot in a private ceremony at the Montale Rangone cemetery near Modena.


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US First Lady undergoes neck surgery

September 8, 2007 United States First Lady Laura Bush underwent elective surgery on Saturday at George Washington University Hospital and is now "resting comfortably at the White House," according to spokeswoman Sally McDonough. Last month, the First Lady injured her neck and shoulder during a hiking trip.

The neck surgery, called posterior cervical foraminotomy, was performed to alleviate pressure on several pinched nerves in her neck.

Laura was not able to accompany President George W. Bush for the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in Sydney, Australia because of the procedure.

The spokeswoman said the outpatient surgery was a minimally invasive procedure, and lasted about two-and-a-half hours.

After unsuccessful physical therapy treatments, doctors reportedly suggested surgery.

The First Lady reportedly spoke with the President during his trip back from the APEC forum and according to White House deputy press secretary Dana Perino "he [Bush] said she sounded very well...He looks forward to getting back to help her in the recovery."

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Please don't vandalize Wikinews. Bawolff ☺☻ 22:15, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

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Immigrant's Festival begins in Argentina

The 28th annual Immigrant's Festival began in the Argentine city of Oberá, located in the center of Misiones. On September 6th, the inaugural parade began in the civic center of the city, and more than 15 collectivities crossed Oberá's principal streets showing their traditional wardrobe to visitors.

The parade culminated in the "Parque de las Naciones" with the current candidate for governor of Misiones, Maurice Closs, present. After 6pm, the national queen and the others authorities completed the traditional ribbon cutting ceremony, officially inaugurating the 28th Immigrant's Festival.

"We try to honor our forbears, their history, their culture, their music, their food; and also transmit to the young men who join every collectivity" declared Ewaldo Rinsfleich, the mayor of Oberá. "We hope that each person that visits us today and in the course of these days find and discover a corner of their past in the Parque de las Naciones", added the mayor.

On September 15th, La Mancha de Rolando, La 25 y Lourdes will do their presentation. On the next day, the national immigrant's queen will be chosen.


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OR notes (I assume) are at es:Discusión:Comienza Fiesta Nacional del Inmigrante en Argentina -

 * Assuming well - Jurock (reply here) 16:41, 9 September 2007 (UTC)


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Ford offers US$78 million for Romanian auto plant

September 8, 2007 Ford Motor Company, the U.S. car maker, will reportedly pay €57 million (US$78 million) for a 72.4 percent stake in the Romanian assembly plant Automobile Craiova, a Romanian official said Friday.

"The offer of Ford Motor Company for a 72.4 percent stake is €4.1556 per share or €57 million overall," said Sebastian Vladescu, head of the State Property Agency (AVAS), after opening Ford's improved offer. Vladescu added that the contract may be signed on September 12, during the auto show in Frankfurt.

The Romanian government bought back the Craiova-based car maker from Daewoo Motors, in late 2006 for US$51 million. As the Korean company was bankrupt, the government had to pay another $10 million for debts stemming from past loans. Ford is the only bidder for the purchase of the factory.

According to Washington Post, many auto-part makers have set up in the new European Union member country, attracted by cheap labor, favourable tax rates and the rising output of Renault's Dacia plant. The vice president of Dacia, Constantin Stroe, said that the price Ford offers is not important. "It's important to have the factory working as soon as possible", he added. "With this production facility, Romania will become an important auto production center in Europe", concluded Stroe, cited by HotNews.


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Talk:Ford offers US$78 million for Romanian auto plant

All feedback is welcomed. To the Editors: if you find a major problem to this article, please let me know so we can fix it together —Olahus 00:02, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

Please move this to "Ford offers US$78 million for Romanian auto plant" to clear up confusion.

 * Sorry, I did not understand

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Tropical Storm Gabrielle eyes US east coast

September 8, 2007 Gabrielle became a tropical storm this evening, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). And, forecasters call for some additional strengthening as it churns toward North Carolina.

At 5 p.m. EST, the storm was located 185 miles southeast of Cape Lookout, N.C., moving northwest at 9 mph. Gabrielle is currently packing winds of 40 mph.

Gabrielle is forcasted to make landfall around the Outer Banks area on Sunday, with maximum sustained winds around 65 mph, before moving back into the Atlantic.

Sharon Peele Kennedy, an Outer Banks resident, said, "It's going to get a little gnarly...We're securing, but not too fast. There's no evacuation issue at all. This is just a little breeze."

North Carolina Governor Mike Easley said, "The greatest danger will be flooding in low lying areas and on roads, such as Highway 12 on the Outer Banks...The most deaths during tropical storms occur when people drive into flood waters and drown. Rip currents will be strong in the ocean. The safest place to be will be indoors."

Tropical storm warnings have been issued from Surf City, North Carolina, and a few areas northward.

Coastal areas around North Carolina could see between 1 and 3 inches of rain, with 5 inches possible in a few isolated areas.

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That they rest in peace!
 * Such a shame. Jcart1534 00:56, 9 September 2007 (UTC)


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Canadian province receives warning from Exxon

September 13, 2007

ExxonMobil Corp. chairman and chief executive Rex Tillerson has warned residents of Alberta, Canada that they risk endangering investment and growth of the province if they change the royalty scheme to increase revenue returned to the province from its oil sands.

Currently, oil companies pay a one per cent royalty on their revenues until their initial investment is paid off, when the royalty is then increased to 25 percent of revenues. Alberta received CA$14 billion in oil sands revenue the last fiscal year.

Described as one of the most powerful oilmen in the world, Tillerson made it clear that should the province of Alberta seek a larger portion of the profits, Alberta could suffer a decrease in economic growth. Tillerson suggests that royalties represent interventionist policies similar to those associated with the (much maligned in Alberta) National Energy Program. In contrast to the warning from Tillerson, CIBC World Markets recently released a report stating that the oil sands are one of the few petroleum resources that can be "expanded significantly" and will be an increasingly important source for future demand.

The statement comes at a time where a large and growing number of Albertans associate the province's economic growth with high inflation, housing shortages and a strain on schools and infrastructure. A report on recommendations to the scheme was scheduled to be released September 12, but was delayed until September 16 to verify data.


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Comments:Search for Steve Fossett continues

finding steve fosset
His plane could be in some heavy, wooded brush that can,t be seen for the air. He may hear the planes go by, and have no way to signal the planes do to injury. May need to get some people to go lower in to area, may need more helicopters.


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Comments:Apple cancels NBC Fall TV lineup on iTunes

Opinion #1
Song on iTunes: $0.99 T.V. Show on itunes: $1.99

Something seems to be wrong with the way Apple chooses to prices "its" goods. 202.216.127.168 05:31, 9 September 2007 (UTC)


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APEC closes in Sydney

September 9, 2007

APEC Australia 2007 has officially closed in Sydney, with Australian Prime Minister John Howard delivering APEC's final declaration. The final leader's declaration said that APEC member economies will support the Doha trade talks and that the leaders examined a series of measures to deal with terrorism, pandemics, contaminated food, energy security and natural disasters.

Mr Howard said that the APEC members had decided to make "An urgent request to all countries involved in the Doha process to renew their efforts to achieve an outcome, emphasizing that agriculture and industrial products are the two priority areas".

The leaders wish for Doha to enter its final phase this year. Talks have been stalled due to disagreements between the European Union and United States over subsidies and tariffs for the agricultural sector.

A plan by the United States to establish an APEC free trade zone received a mixed reception with some members believing that such a move would weaken the group's commitment to the Doha round. They did agree that if the WTO's Doha talks were not completed by the end of the year, the APEC zone would be examined.

Speaking to CNBC, the head of the World Trade Organisation, Pascal Lamy said that negotiations taking place in Geneva were making progress.

"There is a strong sense that it is a make-or-break moment. It may take a few weeks, but my sense is that there is a lot of focus and energy," Mr Lamy said.

In the area of health, the final declaration also promised to share influenza samples and provide equitable access to vaccines. Security related issues were a commitment to rooting out terrorism and a recognition of the danger proliferation of weapons of mass destruction poses to the region.

Despite interest from India and Pakistan in joining the group, it was announced that additional members will be considered in 2010.

The final declaration also reaffirmed the Sydney Declaration on climate change, which had been agreed upon on Saturday.

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Sydney thanked for its patience during APEC

September 9, 2007

Australian Prime Minister John Howard has thanked residents of host city Sydney for their patience during the APEC summit. Sydney was subject to the largest and tightest security operation ever seen in Australia.

Those in the city were subject to restricted areas in the central business district, which were fenced off, closures of some of the city's iconic sights, road closures and traffic congestion. "I do want to thank the people of Sydney for their forbearance in the face of the normal restrictions, security wise, that are involved in conducting these international gatherings," Mr Howard said.

Some Sydney residents have complained that the security measures were disproportionate to the actual requirements and costly. Tourism and Transport Forum Australia (TTF) head Christopher Brown complained of the excessive costs and police presence. "I'm so embarrassed and annoyed," said Brown. "Where was the sense of proportion? We replaced Olympic volunteers with riot squads." The TTF is an industry group representing tourism, transport and infrastructure sectors and a self-described "leading CEO network", which had supported the APEC summit coming to Sydney.

Mr Howard also thanked police officers involved in the security operation. "I particularly extend my thanks to the officers and the men and women of the NSW and Australian Federal Police," said Mr Howard.


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After leaving Worcester I joined the Armed Forces as a Radio Communications Expert in the RA, where nine years travel was mostly work related.. Then went to University for four years at Southampton Institute (Now Solent University). After a year back home, I did my Snowboard Season in Queenstown and then lived in Sydney for 6 months, and then traveled on the islands of Fiji. A 5 week roadtrip across the USA (especially Route_66) has been completed as well...

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Pope appeals for respectful Sundays

September 9, 2007 Pope Benedict XVI, speaking on the third final day of a visit to, Austria, has appealed for renewed respect for Sundays.

In the Roman Catholic Church, Sundays are called the Hebrew word (now called the Sabbath), meaning "to rest". Originally on Saturdays, which is still retained in the Jewish faith, it was changed to Sunday by Catholics in the commemoration of the which was on Sunday.

During a Mass at, the Pope promoted leisure time as 'something good and necessary amid the mad rush of a modern world,' but warned that leisure without a focus (on faith) could be wasted time. As part of his sermon, he also encouraged the congregation to 'give the soul its Sunday — give Sunday its soul,' quoting a 20th Century bishop from Germany.

The Pope is in Austria to mark the 850th anniversary of the foundation of the. Today, he will also take part in a recitation of the, and visit before a farewell ceremony at the international airport of Vienna/Schwechat.

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 * It looks OK to me. I've published. Blood Red Sandman  (Talk)   (Contribs) 15:49, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

 * I thought the hebrew word for sabbath was usually transliterated as shabat. Bawolff ☺☻

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Source of UK foot-and-mouth outbreak discovered

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UK jets shadow Russian bombers

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100m record beaten in Rieti

September 9, 2007 has broken the world record at the IAAF Grand Prix Rieti. The Jamaican set the record of 9.74 seconds in one of two heats, after setting the previous record in Athens in June 2005, and meeting it twice in Gateshead and Zurich. The race took place under a strong following wind, but still within International Association of Athletics Federations standards.

Speaking about the heat, Powell said 'It's just to remind my fans that Asafa Powell is still here. I came here and executed properly and did what I was supposed to do.' Powell was followed by, also Jamaican, who came second, and Norway's. They ran 10.03 seconds and 10.10 seconds respectively.

Powell recently gained a bronze medal at the World Championships, after admitting he had given up during the final when he realised he was out of gold medal contention. It was a major disappointment for Powell, who has never scored a world title despite breaking the record four times.

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20 dead in Hyderabad, India flyover collapse

September 9, 2007

At least 20 people have died and 20 more are injured after a partially constructed flyover (overpass) in Hyderabad, India collapsed onto traffic.

The disaster occurred at the Panjagutta junction, near Nagarjuna Circle. Two large concrete sections dropped onto oncoming cars and motorised rickshaws, damaging several severely.

A large emergency effort was immediately activated, but experienced severe difficulties in reaching the site due to congested traffic resulting from the collapse. Ambulances from the 108 EMRI Service and Appollo Hospitals attended the scene, and rushed the injured to a variety of nearby hospitals. All the region's major hospitals, particularly the nearby Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences, have placed their medical staff on emergency alert. Rescuers are now using cranes and cutting equipment in an effort to reach anyone who may still be trapped. It is expected that the death toll could rise further as many vehicles remain trapped under tons of debris.

Various politicians also attended the scene, including the local district collector, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy, Senior Congress Leader and MLA from Khairathabad P Janardhan Reddy and several other ministers.

Police have asked both the public and the press to keep away from the area, in order to prevent further collapse of the unstable structure. Preliminary investigations suggest the flyover had been been poorly constructed. The construction project had been carried out by leading contractor Gammon India Limited. It had been delayed, the original foundations having been built in 2005. After a successful request by the company to have the deadline for the project extended, work was slated to cease in November of this year, with the flyover entering operation by December. It is believed heavy rains in the area a few hours prior to the collapse may have contributed to the disaster.


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Comments:20 dead in Hyderabad, India flyover collapse

This many casualties?
With how traffic in India is, I would think that there would either be much fewer, or many more casualties.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjrEQaG5jPM Contralya 18:31, 9 September 2007 (UTC)


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Fernando Alonso wins 2007 Italian Grand Prix

September 9, 2007 Fernando Alonso wins the 2007 FIA Formula-1 Italian Grand Prix at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy, with his teammate, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton second. The pair won the top two places of the 78th Grand Prix held in Monza, starting from the front line. This win became the first for Fernando Alonso on this track and his another hat-trick.

During most of the free practice and the qualification McLaren seem to be clearly ahead of their rivals from Ferrari, resulting in that Alonso easily took the pole position. Since the start the defending World Champion performed extremely well and stayed in full control of the race. Hamilton's position was not as stable, however, when Felipe Massa overtook him on the start, but the Londoner took back his position on the first chicane.

After ten laps Massa drove his car to the pits, possibly too soon, then suddenly slowed down on the track. It became clear that the race was spoiled for Ferrari team, with only the red car of Kimi Räikkönen, doing his best not to fall too far behind Hamilton, remaining in the race. His risky single pit-stop strategy allowed him to stay ahead of Hamilton for a couple of laps, but the fresh tyres of McLaren after their second pit-stop left no additional chances to Raikonnen who suffered a crash into the wall of tyres in the Friday practice session.

Both BMW Saubers of Nick Heidfeld and Robert Kubica took 4th and 5th places.

Top eight closed by Nico Rosberg's Williams-Toyota, Heikki Kovalainen's Renault and Jenson Button's Honda.

As a result, McLaren strengthen the lead over Ferrari to 23 points, with 166 points total. Alonso is now only 3 points close to Hamilton, who has 92 points.


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New doubt over Shakespeare's authorship

September 9, 2007 A debate has been launched by almost 300 people, seeking further research into William Shakespeare and the many masterpieces attributed to him. The group, named the Shakespeare Authorship Coalition, are reluctant to believe that the Bard wrote all of the plays that make him internationally famous, and are keen to unravel the mysteries surrounding his life and work.

Although it is widely accepted that Shakespeare existed and penned many works, the group question why all records of Shakespeare are non-literary, and how so many high-quality plays could be written by someone born into an illiterate household. The Coalition also asks why none of his plays mention his home town of Stratford-upon-Avon, and also how a 16th Century commoner could have such extensive and accurate knowledge of the worldwide settings in which they take place.

Conspiracy theories since the 18th century have claimed that the works could have been written by authors using the pen name Shakespeare, particularly Francis Bacon, Christopher Marlowe and Edward de Vere. Sir Derek Jacobi, actor and member of the Shakespeare Authorship Coalition, believes that the famous plays could have been written by more than one writer. "I subscribe to the group theory," Sir Derek said. "I don't think anybody could do it on their own."

A "declaration of reasonable doubt" was presented to Dr William Leahy, Head of English at London's Brunel University. Speaking about the conspiracies, he said, "It's a legitimate question, it has a mystery at its centre and intellectual discussion will bring us closer to that centre."

The Coalition has set up a website, inviting people to sign the declaration and keep up-to-date with new research.

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Comments:Transcript of bin Laden message released by ABC

I read a lot of the transcript, instead of saying he wants all Americans to die, he wants to get Americans and allies to give up fighting. I bet he has thousands of supporters in western nations, given the protests. Contralya 20:35, 9 September 2007 (UTC)


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2007 Rugby World Cup: South Africa, Wales, Scotland and Ireland win

September 9, 2007 In the pool stage of the 2007 Rugby World Cup, eight teams played their first matches of the tournament. Wales came from behind to defeat Canada after a first half scare. South Africa comfortably defeated Samoa, while Ireland beat Namibia and Scotland beat world cup debutants Portugal.

In Pool B, Wales took an early lead against Canada with three penalties from James Hook. However Wales struggled throughout the first half, and tries from Canadians Jamie Cudmore, Craig Culpan and Morgan Williams meant that Canada led 17-9 early in the second half.

Wales improved in the last half hour of the match. Tries from Alun Wyn Jones, Colin Charvis and a double from Shane Williams regained the lead for Wales.

In a very physical encounter in Pool A, South Africa comfortably defeated Samoa. The South Africans led 9-0 after fifteen minutes with Percy Montgomery kicking three penalties. Samoa scored their only points of the match soon afterwards when Gavin Williams scored and converted a try.

South Africa led 21-7 at half time after tries from Bryan Habana and Percy Montgomery. They controlled the second half, and tries from Jaque Fourie, J P Pietersen, a second from Percy Montgomery and a second half hat-trick from Bryan Habana completed South Africa's victory.

Portugal, making their first ever appearance in the world cup, faced Scotland in Pool C. Rory Lamont scored two quick tries for Scotland followed by a try from Scott Lawson to give Scotland a 21-0 lead. Pedro Carvalho scored Portugal's first world cup try, and Duarte Cardoso Pinto converted as well as scoring a penalty. However Scotland were too strong and Rob Dewey, Kelly Brown, Dan Parks, Hugo Southwell and Ross Ford all scored tries for Scotland. Dan Parks scored 15 points from his try and five conversions.

Pool D saw Ireland take on Namibia. Despite a messy performance from Ireland, they led at half time thanks to tries from Brian O'Driscoll, Andrew Trimble and Simon Easterby. Early in the second half, Ireland were awarded a penalty try when two scrums collapsed, but Namibia responded with tries from Jacques Nieuwenhuis and Piet van Zyl. Towards the end of the match Jerry Flannery scored Ireland's fifth try to secure the win.


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Comments:UK jets shadow Russian bombers

Wrong Picture
If you have a story labelled "UK jets shadow Russian bombers" wouldn't it be logical to show some UK jets? I know the article mentions Norwegian F16s but they were not the subject of the article.

There is a link to the Wikipedia article about the aircraft and there is a suitable picture right at the top of it

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New England Patriots Top New York Jets

September 9, 2007

NFL opening week continued with AFC East rivals New York Jets hosting the New England Patriots at Giants Stadium. The Patriots signed wide receiver Randy Moss during the off-season, and it didn't take him long to showcase his talents. Randy Moss caught all 9 passes thrown to him for a total of 183 yards and 1 touchdown. The 183 receiving yards represented the third-most in New England franchise history and are the fourth-most of Moss' career.

New England's quarterback, Tom Brady, completed 22 of 28 passes for 297 yards, with three touchdown passes and no interceptions.

The Patriots struck first with a touchdown pass from Brady to Wes Walker in the first quarter and the Jets evened the score in the second quarter with a pass from Chad Pennington to Laveranues Coles. However, aft that, New England scored 3 consecutive touchdowns for a 28-7 lead and never looked back, eventually winning 38-14.

Chad Pennington hurt his ankle in the third quarter on a hard hit by Jarvis Green, but came back after one set of downs. He is scheduled to meet with team doctors this week to evaluate the injury.

The Patriots host the San Diego Chargers, a highly anticipated AFC match-up Sunday 9/16 at 8:15pm EST while the Jets visit the Ravens in Baltimore on Sunday 9/16 at 4:15pm EST.

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6.8 earthquake strikes off coast of Colombia

September 10, 2007 According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) a magnitude 6.8 struck just of the coast of Colombia at 01:49 (UTC) with a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). The epicenter was located 150 km (95 miles) north, northeast of Tumaco, Colombia.

There are reports of power outages in some cities, but there are no reports of damage to buildings, deaths or injuries. The USGS says that some "moderate" damage may exist near the coastline of southwest Columbia.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has not issued a tsunami warning saying there is "no destructive widespread tsunami threat based on earthquake historical data," but that "small waves could be generated locally."


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Comments:UN calls for Guantanamo shutdown

Wow, has anyone ever come up with the idea that some prisoners in the facility are capable of LYING? I mean, these people go in to a crowd and blow themselves up, they are capable of lying. Contralya 06:46, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Cuban leader Fidel Castro congratulates Hugo Chavez

Fidel Castro and Hugo Chaves in the same room, that's like Hitler and Stalin shaking hands during the non-aggression pact... only on a smaller scale. Contralya 06:52, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

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Comments:Fresh pictures of Castro and Chavez shown in Cuban media

I can feel the evil bleeding through my computer monitor when I look at those pictures, I had better leave this article ASAP! Contralya 06:54, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Winners of 2007 Taiwan Sports Elite Awards named in Kaohsiung

September 10, 2007 With main topic of "Sports Elites Shining in Port City - Kaohsiung", winners of 2007 Taiwan Sports Elite Awards, organized by Republic of China Sports Federation (ROCSF) and supervised by Sports Affairs Council, Executive Yuan of R.O.C., Taiwan (abbr. as SAC Taiwan), were announced and awarded at September 9 (Sports Day) in Kaohsiung Municipal Social Education Center.

Organizers and arena host "Kaohsiung Municipal Social Education Center" held a warming up event before main award ceremony starts in the evening, such as "One Million Star" entertainer Zap An and Stanley Hsu, and Taiwanese music band "Cherry Boom" showed at warming up event.

After the warming up event, organizers invited all of nominees and VIPs coming in the Auditorium for the Award Ceremony. Firstly, organizers invited the main host Lieh Yang soloed an English song "My Way" to show the expression for reaching a better achievement. After the solo, Frank Hsieh (former Premier of the Republic of China) awarded "Lifetime Achievement Award" for Chi-en Tseng with Tseng's contribution of Basic and Professional Baseball in Taiwan.

With the 10 years anniversary of SAC Taiwan, organizer invited former Commissioners of SAC Taiwan (Nancy Chao, Yi-hsiung Hs, Te-fu Lin, and Chuan-shou Chen) awarded awards for winners of Best Sportsmanship, Public Sports Promotion, Best Coach, Best Sports Team groups.

In the winners of 2007 Taiwan Sports Elite Awards, former Chinese Taipei Baseball National Team Coach Chih-hsien Yeh won Best Coach and Best Sports Team awards because of winning Gold Medal at 2006 Doha Asian Games, as Mr. Yeh knew that Tseng won "Lifetime Achievement Award" earlier and won two awards afterward, he prepared and gave a special signed baseball to Tseng to thank his contribution of Baseball in Taiwan. After the Award Ceremony, the organizer held a closing event "Dreams come true as reaching far at 2008 Olympics" to cheer every sportsperson with chasing a better goal in the future.

Winners of 2007 Taiwan Sports Elite Awards

 * Lifetime Achievement Award: Chi-en Tseng.
 * Basic Sport Contribution Award: Jui-ken Pan
 * Public Sports Promotion Award: Ping-yen Yang
 * Best Sports Team Award: Chinese Taipei Baseball Team of 2006 Asian Games
 * Best Coach Award: Chih-hsien Yeh
 * Best Sporting Spirit Award: Chin-yuan Ng
 * Best Sportswoman Award: Chia-Jung Chuang
 * Best Sportsman Award: Ming-huang Chang


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Talk:Winners of 2007 Taiwan Sports Elite Awards named in Kaohsiung

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Comments:Cuban dissidents hold rare public meeting

I have to agree with W on this one. Contralya 06:58, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Dissident meeting held in Cuba

Yea, I bet that one percent are the only ones who have the courage to risk being tortured or killed. If there was an organized attempt to seize freedom, I am sure that many more would oppose their oppressor. Contralya 07:01, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

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Comments:Evo Morales wins presidential elections in Bolivia

I hope suspicions are wrong, an axis of two is enough, four would be a big problem, especially since Brazil is more of an ally. Contralya 07:04, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Fugitive Cuban soldiers in failed skyjacking

Wow, I never thought that the forces of evil would blame the good for every little conflict they run into. Contralya 07:07, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Riot at Guantanamo Bay detention camp

Wow, I never knew that the U.N. was so gullible. Can't they get it into their heads that the people in the camp are capable of lying? Those people go into crowds and blow them-selves up! Contralya 07:09, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

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Comments:Hugo Chavez meets Iran's Imam Khamenei

Imagine it, the evil regimes of Venezuela, Cuba, Iran and N Korea united; and people actually think there is no evil in the world! Contralya 07:14, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Venezuelan protests continue over closure of RCTV

Let us all extend our hopes for the oppressed people of the four regimes, let them one day have freedom of expression! Contralya 07:16, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Venezuela's Hugo Chavez re-elected

Two words: Rigged Election. And another word: Dictator. Contralya 07:18, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Comments:Chavez says planted demolitions in World Trade Center 'plausible'

First Holocaust denial, now 9-11 denial. What's next? Contralya 07:20, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

According to the article "Chavez did not specifically accuse the U.S. government of having a hand in the Sept. 11 attacks, but rather suggested that theories of U.S. involvement bear examination." So that means now he did not suggest that the U.S. planned the hoax, he mearly suggested that it is not outside the realm of plausibility that the buildings were demolished. I don't believe it personally but there are many, even in the United States who do. Anyway the idea that by asserting the possibility of the buildings being demolished is the same as asserting U.S. government involvement is POV and should be changed. How do you edit the article?


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Comments:Penguin swims ashore in Peru

I thought that there was a species of penguin that regularly visited dry land... Contralya 07:23, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

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Talk:2007 Rugby World Cup: South Africa, Wales, Scotland and Ireland win

There are suitable image(s) available, including this one: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Samoan_Siva_Tau.jpg. I tried adding it, but I couldn't be bothered working out how to change that coding. --Nzgabriel | Talk 09:41, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
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User:Brian McNeil/Sandbox-os

This page is for a test of oversight.

This page is for a test of oversight.

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Judge rules against student blogger's First Amendment claim

September 13, 2007 On August 31, United States district court judge Mark Kravitz ruled against Burlington, Connecticut high school student Avery Doninger's request for a preliminary injunction to let her function as class secretary at Lewis S. Mills High School. Doninger had won the Class Secretary position at the high school. Earlier Doninger had posted derogatory comments on her blog about school officials and the school administration did not allow her to take the position as Class Secretary. Doninger alleges that the school's actions violated her First Amendment right to free speech.

Also at issue is whether Doninger's use of the school's email system for an earlier mass email played a part in the school's decision. The school claims that the email led to serious disruption while Doninger claims that the email was only cited retroactively.

Kravitz ruled that there was not a substantial likelihood that Doninger would win her case against the school and thus declined to grant the injunction. Kravitz stated that although Doninger did not write the blog entry while on-campus, "Avery's blog entry may be considered on-campus speech for the purposes of the First Amendment." Kravits reasoned that the blogs' arguable on-campus nature together with Supreme Courts precedents that students have more limited free speech rights while on campus combined to give Doninger a weak case.

The ruling has been criticized, with some observers arguing that by Kravitz's logic, almost any online speech by students can be severely restricted by school administrators. This ruling is a setback to Doninger, although she and her family stated that they intend to appeal the injunction and also continue with their lawsuit.

Doninger's case gained national attention earlier after Doninger set up a website to appeal for donations to help with legal fees associated with the cause. The exact limits of students free speech rights in public schools has been a matter of controversy since 1969 when in Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District the United States Supreme Court ruled that students have some free speech rights in schools. In later cases, such as Bethel School District v. Fraser, and Morse v. Frederick, colloquially known as the "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" case, the Supreme Court ruled that students in public schools while engaging in actions on campus or otherwise affiliated with the school do not enjoy the complete First Amendment protections that would normally apply to citizens in other circumstances.


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There are some issues here that need addressed before this can be published.
 * Sources are dated after the article. If it hasn't been published before then I would look for a few more recent sources, add a detail or two, and bump up to a date that will appear on the front page.
 * Wikilinks, we need them - when published someone will probably come along and add them, but if you can DIY so much the better.
 * Clarification of who said what. Some of the sections which detail pronouncements from involved parties go on a bit too long without re-emphasis that this is their position and not that of Wikinews.

However, it is a very promising start for an article - or if the case is ongoing, for a series of articles. See Groklaw for how one person has pursued a principled legal fight's progress through the system. --Brian McNeil / talk 14:46, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

 * I don't know why I dated it as Sept 4. That was just not me thinking. I'll clean up the other issues as well. Thanks. JoshuaZ 14:57, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Cassini space probe to flyby Saturn's moon Iapetus

September 10, 2007

The Cassini space probe will make a close flyby today of Saturn's third largest moon Iapetus. For reasons that are not well-understood, one side of Iapetus is much darker than the other side. Explanations for the dark side include meteorite deposition as well as possible debris from other moons of Saturn.

Also, the Cassini probe had previously discovered an equatorial ridge on Iapetus during a flyby in 2004 which compounds Iapetus' already non-spherical shape. The origin of the ridge is also not well understood and scientists have proposed a variety of explanations for its presence. This second flyby will be approximately 1,600 km from the surface and will be about 100 times closer than the previous flyby. Scientists hope that the detailed observation using radar and photography will provide insight into Iapetus's odd shape and coloring.

Iapetus was first discovered by Giovanni Cassini, for whom the probe is named, in 1671. He was also responsible for discovering that one side of Iapetus was substantially darker than the other.

This flyby will likely be the last close flyby of one of Saturn's moons by the Cassini probe.


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I always thought Mimas looked more like the Death Star. Iapetus looks like Zippy from Rainbow to me. Pilchard 17:48, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


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Stars "schmooze" at Toronto International Film Festival party

September 10, 2007

The Toronto International Film Festival rages on in Canada, as various companies and celebrities host parties. One of the largest so far was ''eTalk Star! Schmooze'' hosted at the former CHUM-City Building in the Queen West neighbourhood of Toronto.

Wikinews sent freelance photographer Robin Wong to this star-studded event, which included the casts of many of the movies being played at the festival.

The second day of the festival didn't stop there.

Toronto's Design Exchange museum and education centre hosted a party for the movie "Michael Clayton", for which George Clooney was scheduled. Earlier in the day, Sienna and Savannah Miller launched their new twenty8twelve fashion label at the Holt Renfrew department store, a classy, upscale Canadian chain.

Tonight actress/singer Hilary Duff is scheduled to host a party at the club This is London. CTV will host an afterparty for Matt Damon's documentary Running the Sahara, and some of his Oceans co-stars are expected, including Clooney. Wyclef Jean and the African runners featured in the film are also on the guest list.

A One x One Benefit at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts will see Matt Damon, Richard Gere, and Shakira. Gere scrambled up to Toronto today after appearing live on Good Morning America and Live with Regis and Kelly.

A 2002 study by the Toronto International Film Festival Group found that the event brings CDN$67 million to the Toronto economy. With stars dropping CDN$5000 a night on a room at the Four Seasons Toronto, or $10K on a dinner at Bistro 990, the numbers quickly begin to explain themselves. Distributors spend $30 million on purchasing films for release at the fest, one of the top numbers worldwide.


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Vanessa Hudgens publicist makes apology about nude photo incident

September 9, 2007 Controversy erupted on September 6th, 2007 when a nude photo of High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens appeared on the internet. Hudgen apologised and said she was "embarrassed over the situation" and that she regretted "taking those photos".

Her publicist released a statement saying the photos were taken in private and it was "unfortunate" the pictures were leaked onto the internet.

Hudgen's role in High School Musical 3 has not changed because of the photos.


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Al-Qaeda says another bin Laden tape to be released

September 10, 2007 According to al-Qaeda, Osama bin Laden will release yet another video which is said to contain a will and testament from one of the September 11, 2001 hijackers, Abu Musab Waleed al-Shehri.

The second tape was reportedly recorded from the same spot as the video that was released last week.

"Coming soon, God willing, from the testaments of the martyrs of the New York and Washington attacks: The testament of the martyr Abu Musab Waleed al-Shehri, presented by Sheik Osama bin Laden, God preserve him," said a banner that was posted by As-Sahab on an extremist website which is frequented by al-Qaeda and other extremists.

According to the United States based terrorist monitoring group, IntelCenter, the video will be released within the next 24 hours, but it is not known if bin Laden will actually appear in the video, or if an audio recording of his voice will just be present. Some reports suggest that the video will feature new images of bin Laden.

Bin Laden appeared for the first time in a video since 2004 when he released a video on September 7, 2007.


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

Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process? Why did you choose to run in this constituency?

I am a provincial civil servant and have seen the cuts to public services under Harris/Eves and the failure of McGuinty to rebuild the public service. I’ve chosen to run so that working families have a strong voice in Queen’s Park.

What prior political experience do you have? What skills and insight can you bring to office, from other non-political positions you may have held?

I am currently a member of the Ministry of Corrections Ministry employee relations committee (Merc) team an elected position that deals with workplace issues at a ministerial level, and as an Ontario public service union president I have had dealings with all Provincial ministries.

Which of your competitors do you expect to pose the biggest challenge to your candidacy? Why? What makes you the most desirable of all candidates running in the riding?

As this riding has an incumbent MPP this poses a challenge however given the riding’s issues and the NDP platform I feel the riding will elect me.

What do you feel are the three most important issues to voters in your riding? Are these the same top three issues that are most important to you? What would you do to address these issues?

When I have been talking to people of the riding three important issues have come up time and again.

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Health Care- people are concerned about the erosion of the health care system in Ontario and the development of a two-tiered health care system something the NDP has promised to keep public and improve! 2.

Education- people are concerned that their children have to sell chocolate door-to-door for school essentials. The NDP has promised to rework the Public School funding formula so that we give our children the best education possible as they are our future. 3.

$10 an hour minimum wage- McGuinty gave himself a $40,000 wage increase and yet told the people who need it most to wait 3 years for a much needed wage increase. People tell me this isn’t fair and the NDP will enact the $10 an hour minimum wage as soon as we are elected

What should be the first order of business in the 39th Legislative Assembly?

The NDP’s first order of business will be the $10 an hour minimum wage increase

Are the property taxes in your riding at a fair level for the amount of services received in the municipality?

People have been telling me when we talk that they are tired of annual municipal tax increases and the NDP has pledged to freeze their home assessments and at the same time re-examine the services that were downloaded to municipalities by the Harris/Eves governments to be fair to municipalities.

How can the province lead the way in stimulating job creation?

During the McGuinty governments leadership Ontario has lost 140,000 high paying manufacturing jobs. The NDP has announced that they will freeze hydro rates for industry and create a Jobs Commissionaire to secure our manufacturing jobs and create new employment.

What are your views on the mixed member proportional representation (MMP) referendum?

Personally I have always been an advocate of the MMP system. Working families need to be heard at Queen’s Park.

What role, if any, does “new media” play in your campaign, and the campaign of your party? (websites, blogs, Facebook, YouTube videos, etc) Do you view it as beneficial, or a challenge?

Anyway I can get to meet the people of the riding is beneficial to me. I have a facebook page as well we should soon have the web-site up and running.

Of the decisions made by Ontario's 38th Legislative Assembly, which was the most beneficial to your this electoral district? To the province as a whole? Which was least beneficial, or even harmful, to your this riding? To the province as a whole?

Mcguinty leaves us with a legacy of broken promises; the 140,000 lost high paying manufacturing jobs in Ontario are shameful and were extremely harmful to this riding. Ontario can do better and on October 10th elect Paul Johnstone so working families have not only a voice but hope as well.


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

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.

Interview
'''Why have you chosen to involve yourself in the political process? Why did you choose to run in this constituency?'''
 * I am a provincial civil servant and have seen the cuts to public services under Harris/Eves and the failure of McGuinty to rebuild the public service. I've chosen to run so that working families have a strong voice in Queen’s Park.

'''What prior political experience do you have? What skills and insight can you bring to office, from other non-political positions you may have held?'''
 * I am currently a member of the Ministry of Corrections Ministry employee relations committee (Merc) team an elected position that deals with workplace issues at a ministerial level, and as an Ontario public service union president I have had dealings with all Provincial ministries.

'''Which of your competitors do you expect to pose the biggest challenge to your candidacy? Why? What makes you the most desirable of all candidates running in the riding?'''
 * As this riding has an incumbent MPP this poses a challenge however given the riding's issues and the NDP platform I feel the riding will elect me.

'''What do you feel are the three most important issues to voters in your riding? Are these the same top three issues that are most important to you? What would you do to address these issues?'''
 * When I have been talking to people of the riding three important issues have come up time and again.
 * Health Care: People are concerned about the erosion of the health care system in Ontario and the development of a two-tiered health care system something the NDP has promised to keep public and improve!
 * Education: People are concerned that their children have to sell chocolate door-to-door for school essentials. The NDP has promised to rework the Public School funding formula so that we give our children the best education possible as they are our future.
 * $10 an hour minimum wage: McGuinty gave himself a $40,000 wage increase and yet told the people who need it most to wait 3 years for a much needed wage increase. People tell me this isn’t fair and the NDP will enact the $10 an hour minimum wage as soon as we are elected

What should be the first order of business in the 39th Legislative Assembly?
 * The NDP's first order of business will be the $10 an hour minimum wage increase

Are the property taxes in your riding at a fair level for the amount of services received in the municipality?
 * People have been telling me when we talk that they are tired of annual municipal tax increases and the NDP has pledged to freeze their home assessments and at the same time re-examine the services that were downloaded to municipalities by the Harris/Eves governments to be fair to municipalities.

How can the province lead the way in stimulating job creation?
 * During the McGuinty governments leadership Ontario has lost 140,000 high paying manufacturing jobs. The NDP has announced that they will freeze hydro rates for industry and create a Jobs Commissionaire to secure our manufacturing jobs and create new employment.

What are your views on the mixed member proportional representation (MMP) referendum?
 * Personally I have always been an advocate of the MMP system. Working families need to be heard at Queen’s Park.

'''What role, if any, does "new media" play in your campaign, and the campaign of your party? (websites, blogs, Facebook, YouTube videos, etc) Do you view it as beneficial, or a challenge?'''
 * Anyway I can get to meet the people of the riding is beneficial to me. I have a Facebook page as well we should soon have the web-site up and running.

'''Of the decisions made by Ontario's 38th Legislative Assembly, which was the most beneficial to your this electoral district? To the province as a whole? Which was least beneficial, or even harmful, to your this riding? To the province as a whole?'''
 * McGuinty leaves us with a legacy of broken promises; the 140,000 lost high paying manufacturing jobs in Ontario are shameful and were extremely harmful to this riding. Ontario can do better and on October 10th elect Paul Johnstone so working families have not only a voice but hope as well.


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Over 30 killed in Mexico dynamite truck explosion

September 10, 2007

More than 30 people have been killed and 140 people injured when a truck carrying dynamite exploded in Mexico shortly after being involved in a road traffic accident near Sacramento, Coahuila.

The lorry collided with another vehicle on a busy Northern Mexico highway, and the wreckage quickly drew a large crowd of onlookers. Shortly after the spectators arrived, the vehicles burst into flames, causing the dynamite to explode, engulfing nearby cars.

The explosives had originally been intended for delivery in Coquimatlan, Colima, for use in coal mining. The truck had just left an Orica explosives facility where the dynamite had been manufactured.

The explosion left a crater ten feet by 40 feet, and was powerful enough to blast out the windows of a passenger bus a quarter of a mile away. There are conflicting reports of death and injury counts, with the Associated Press giving the toll as 34 dead and 150 injured, and BBC News Online as 37 dead and 'dozens' injured.

Most of those injured were onlookers and emergency response personnel. The scene was attended by police, the military and other emergency services workers.

The fate of the driver is unclear, but some unconfirmed early reports say he fled the scene of the accident. The death toll is believed to include three local reporters who were covering the crash.


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General Petraeus: 30,000 troops may be able to leave Iraq by next summer

September 10, 2007 Today on Capitol Hill, U.S. Army General David Petraeus presented a long awaited testimony. The number one U.S. commander in Iraq said 30,000 United States troops may be able to leave Iraq by the summer of 2008. The top U.S. diplomat in Iraq, Ambassador Ryan Crocker, also joined General Petraeus in the presentation to Congress.

General Petraeus firstly said that the President's troop escalation in January met its objectives "in large measure."

Petraeus said, "I believe that we will be able to reduce our forces to the pre-surge level ... by next summer without jeopardizing the security gains we have fought so hard to achieve."

However, Petraeus would not speak about troop withdrawals past the summer of 2008 until March, saying, "Our experience in Iraq has repeatedly shown that projecting too far into the future is not just difficult, it can be misleading and even hazardous." The General recommends the government withdraw a Marine expeditionary team by the end of September 2007, and a brigade combat unit in December of 2007. Petraeus also recommended, "reduction of eight further brigade teams and the battalion combats in 2008 until we reach the pre-surge levels of 15 brigade combat teams by mid-July 2008."

Petraeus presented Congress with a number of charts and graphs showing a decline in violence overall in Iraq. "The level of security incidents has declined in eight of the past 12 weeks, with the level of incidents in the past two weeks the lowest since June of 2006," Petraeus testified.

Ambassador Crocker said that while he "cannot guarantee success" in Iraq, withdrawing completely now would result in failure.

President Bush reportedly will use Petraeus and Crocker's recommendations as a base for his report to Congress.

A senior administration official said it is "very likely" that President will speak in a prime-time address this week.


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Altercation erupts between rock musicians at MTV Music Video Awards

September 10, 2007 Rock musicians Kid Rock and Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee were involved in a minor altercation at the 2007 MTV Music Video Awards (VMA), held on Sunday night in Las Vegas.

Both Lee and Rock were former husbands of Pamela Anderson, who was present at the VMAs and delivered her lines from the top of a table. Eye witnesses claim the fight started when Kid Rock, who was sitting next to rapper Diddy, walked up to Lee and slapped him. Tommy Lee stood up to fight back and Rock punched him in the face. Lee was dragged off by security guards before he was able to fight back.

Rap Producer Rich Nice said Lee had been antagonizing Rock before the altercation. The incident inspired many jokes from hip hop and rap artist, such as MTV VJ Sway who was quoted saying "They say it's only rappers. I told you rockers fight too." Police cited Rock for misdemeanor battery.


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Jurors begin deliberation in the Phil Spector murder trial

September 10, 2007

The Jury in the Phil Spector murder trial have begun deliberation. Phil Spector is charged with murdering actress Lana Clarkson. Spector, 40, was charged with second-degree murder. If convicted he could receive 15 years to life in prison.

Lana Clarkson was found dead in foyer of Spector's Los Angeles area house on February 3, 2003 from a gunshot wound to the head. Prosecutors say the gun could have gone off accidentally after Spector shoved the gun into Clarkson's mouth as she tried to leave the mansion. Spector's defense claimed Clarkson was holding the gun herself when it fired and had committed suicide.


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Finland and Serbia draw 0-0 in Euro 2008 qualification match

September 10, 2007

Finland and Serbia have drawn 0-0 in a Euro 2008 qualification match.

Serbia was dominant in the first half, but both and  failed to score despite being presented with clear opportunities. A free kick against Finland, taken by, was also saved from becoming a goal by Finnish goalkeeper.

Finland also failed to convert opportunities into goals, with 's attempt blocked by Serbian goalkeeper. Serbia also failed at one more opportunity in the second half.

Finland, second in Group A, have 18 points, but Serbia have only 15. "Not everything is lost," said Serbia striker. "Now we play Portugal and that is 'to be or not to be' match for us."


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Welcome
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Our key policies - if you read anything, read these! Here a few pointers to help you get to know Wikinews: There are always things to do on Wikinews: By the way, you can sign your name on Talk pages using four tildes ( ~~~~ ), which produces your name and the current date. If you have any questions, you can ask them at the water cooler or to anyone on the Welcommittee, or ask me on my Talk page. Again, welcome!
 * Neutral point of view - tell every side to a story in a fair and balanced way
 * Cite sources - everything in a Wikinews article must be sourced
 * Introduction - overview of the site
 * Writing an article - how to write and publish a complete article
 * Content guide - what's suitable for Wikinews
 * Contents - the contents page.
 * Existing articles need expanding and checking for spelling and mistakes
 * The front page lead articles often need updating
 * Developing stories need finishing and publishing
 * Discussions need your input
 * And of course, stories need writing!

Additionally, thanks for experimenting with Wikinews. Your test worked, and has now been reverted or removed. Please use Sandbox for any other tests you want to do, since testing in articles may disrupt the site's working and will be reverted quickly.

Blocked
You have been blocked for 24 hours for vandalism.  —FellowWiki Newsie 20:14, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

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