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Free Wireless Internet Acess is Live in Philadelphia

Free Wi-Fi Internet access is live in many Philadelphia neighborhoods, making it the first major American city to provide such services at no-cost to its citizens.

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My Newsvine Caption Contest - Round 2

As promised, the caption contest resumes with round 2. This week a new picture has been chosen, ripe for the captioning. Since it seems that those captions entered earlier in the round garner the most votes, please try to post early and often if possible.

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My Newsvine Caption Contest - Win a Prize!

Personally, I feel its been one bitter debate after the other this week on The Vine. It struck me today that we need some downtime from the intellectualizing and have some good, old-fashioned, knee-slapping fun.

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Ex-Justice aide: Official wasn't 'fully candid'

WASHINGTON - The Justice Department's former White House liaison has told Congress that the department's No. 2 official was not candid with lawmakers about the firings of several federal prosecutors last year.

Sun Employee Sends Corporate-wide Email Over Stolen Lunch

Yes, this is indeed a true story. The content of the email itself was sent to me from a reliable source within Sun Microsystems. On April 30th, a Sun employee unexpectedly discovered that his delicious, possibly home-cooked lunch had gone missing from the break-room fridge.

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According to Bush, Queen Elizabeth Over 200 Years Old [True Story]

In an unfortunate and possibly Freudian slip, President Bush claims Queen Elizabeth is over 230 years old. "After all you've dined with 10 US presidents. You've helped our nation celebrate its bicentennial in 17 - in 1976,"

Obama: 10,000 People Died from Recent Tornado in Kansas [True Story]

"In case you missed it, this week, there was a tragedy in Kansas. Ten thousand people died—an entire town destroyed," the Democratic presidential candidate said in a speech to 500 people packed into a sweltering Richmond art studio for a fundraiser.

HBO Chairman/CEO Accused of Assaulting Girlfriend

LAS VEGAS -- The chairman and chief executive of HBO was arrested early Sunday on suspicion of assaulting his girlfriend outside the MGM Grand casino hours after a boxing match aired by his company, authorities said.

Screw the Bees, I'm Glad They're Gone.

There has been quite a bit of talk recently about the mysterious disappearance of honeybees worldwide. Everyone is concerned about the potential ripple-effect it may have on society and our way of life.

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Murdoch's NY Post Mocks Injured NJ Gov. Corzine

So much for compassionate conservatism.

Pravda: Imus Fired over Possible 9/11 Secrets

An op/ed piece in a Russian media outlet claims Imus was fired not because of racist remarks but from the potential threat he posed to US "war leaders", claims he held 9/11 secrets. Anyone ever hear of this before?

My Response to Newsvine Regarding Deleted "Bodhi1" Article

UPDATE 4/16 - Thanks to the NV staff the article has been reinstated... big thanks to everyone who added their support for a free and open debate!

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Dear BODHI1, Debate this.

He may be sick of debating these topics, but myself and every other free-thinker out there isn't. Sick or not, we will debate until the truth be told. For those who haven't already, please read Bodhi1's article on 6 Things I Am Tired of Debating - My Response

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American University Students Pelt Karl Rove in Protest

Rove was on the campus to talk to the College Republicans, but when he got outside more than a dozen students began throwing things at him and at his car, an American University spokesperson said. Developing story...

Rice Appears on The O'Reilly Radio Factor

Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice made a memorable visit to The O'Reilly Radio Factor today, heatedly debating with the show's host about Iraq.

Former British Secretary Jack Straw Asked Muslim Women to Remove Veil

Jack Straw had asked Muslim women if they'd wish to remove their veil when meeting with him in private. His reasoning was that it created "separation" between he and the speaker, a barrier of communication.

Woodward: More Troops Attacked than Bush Asserts

In his new book, "State of Denial" Bob Woodward asserts that the Bush Administration intentionally deceived the American public on the number of insurgent attacks in Iraq and the general state of the war.

'Countdown with Keith Olbermann' Blasts Rumsfeld and Bush

Last night, Keith Olbermann of MSNBC, one of the last remaining liberal voices of mainstream media, lambasted Donald Rumsfeld comments to the American Legion and also the Bush Administration.

Bush Dissenters Eye Courts

Disagreement with Bush policies may land you in jail or detainment. Umm...

Coulter's "Godless" Attacks 9/11 Widows

"NEW YORK (Reuters) - Conservative author Ann Coulter sparked a storm on Wednesday after describing a group of September 11 widows who backed the Democratic Party as millionaire "witches" reveling in their status as celebrities. ADVERTISEMENT

The United States Of Israel

Whether you agree with this article or not, it does touch on the fact that in America, anyone who is even modestly critical of Israel is quick to be labelled an "Anti-Semite".

Songs of Protest: Popular Artists Tackle Politcal Issues

For those of you who have a deep connection with music and current events, this article makes for a good read.

Republicans: $100 Gas Rebates for Americans if We Drill in Arctic

The Republicans are at it again, trying to slip provisions for the exploitation of the ANWR into legislation with public-appeal. When will the American voter understand that there isn't enough oil in the Artic to make much of an impact on oil prices, and at what risk?

Former CIA Analyst: Pre-war Intel Fixed Around Policy

Another ex-CIA analyst denounces the Bush Administrations pre-war policy.

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