Feminism: Yesterday, Today, Future

As long as women had subordinated they resisted that subordination, thus feminism existed at all times in a sense.

9/11 Five Years Later

Today, five years ago our great nation of freedom came under attack from a selective group of Islamic extremists. September Eleventh of two thousand and one was the first time since Pearl Harbor that an attack was carried out on American soil in such an enormous scale. It was an atrocity against every American citizen whether you are a Christian, Jew, Muslim or of another belief, it was an attack to take away your freedom...an attack against your right to choose your lifestyle, your way of living life and yes, your well being.

Is There A Racial Discrimination In The USA

What comes to the mind of a foreigner when he hears about the United States of America? The general view that is accepted and spread all over the world that it is a highly democratic country that has a very loyal and flexible immigration system and welcomes asylum seekers and seekers of a better life from around the globe, and once you are in the US you are granted with benefits and the same rights the citizens of the country enjoy. It is believed to be one of the countries that have overcome segregation and racial discrimination.

Skilled Migrants May Face Tougher Visa Tests

OVERSEAS students seeking to remain in Australia as permanent residents may face strict new visa conditions as part of a government rethink of the skilled migration program.

New NYC Parking Permit Study: NYPD & NY Court Officers Are Biggest Offenders

New York City parking and in particular Manhattan parking is being made more difficult by those who abuse NYC parking permits.

9/11....Five Years Later

Is it not yet clear that by accepting that tenet of Islamic teaching that prohibits criticism, we are in fact surrendering our tenet of free speech? I say Muslim Islamic rage be damned; my memory is simply too good to collude in any apologies. My memory tracks to 9/11.

Terrorism - A Major Concern Worldwide

In an already insecure society dominated by crime, conflict and injustice, terrorism

Assimilation and the Necessity for English

Knowing the language used in this country is necessary for anyone who wants to succeed here. Residents who know English can learn the culture, history and laws and will assimilate much faster and become full members of our society. We should encourage and help immigrants to assimilate, we all benefit when they do.

Madonna the Idol

It's been said that you achieve true fame if the world knows you by just one name. Madonna Louise Cicccone, or else Madonna, kept just one name but reinvented her image countless times, becoming one of the most successful performers of all times.

Are All The New Versions Of Bookstores Really Taking The Place Of The Neighborhood Bookstore

In this day and age the neighborhood book store has been pushed to the back burner. It is hard to compete with the other places that sell books. There are so many places to get books. There are big book superstores that can offer discounts and other specials to draw customers in.

The Freight Industry and Global Warming

The freight industry is at the centre of a controversy surrounding the subject of global warming and what can be done to prevent it.

Technologically Man is a Giant, Morally a Pygmy

Technologically man has made tremendous advancements. From humble beginnings last century with the Industrial Revolution we have come to the stage where we have invented and built so many gadgets that our very existence is threatened by them, like the atomic bomb. We cannot deny that technology has improved the quality of our lives immeasurably.

International Unions

The contemporary world requires a quite strong cooperation of different countries through lots of kinds of societies and associations. Being a member of these associations gives a lot of advantages either to powerful countries or to the developing countries. Nevertheless it is obvious that being in an international association gives the country the sense of protection and support. Canada has not been an exception and is a member of many international unions.

A Question Worth Asking

Throughout my entire life I have questioned who I am. True, there were times when I was absolutely convinced I knew who I was, only to find that person changing into something else. There were times when I decided I wanted to be something, tried my best to play the role, only to find myself faced with the same question - Who am I?