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Is "Race Relations" an inherent part of the modern political process or has it been imposed on the current election by the parties, the candidates, major media, or the electorate? I keep asking this question, coming up unsure, and wondering.
Posted Jul 25, 2008 by  Sykos Masters in Politics
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Possibly the most disturbing method of recruiting new members to a White Supremacy group may tarnish the reputation of Calgary, Alberta.
Posted Jul 22, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Lifestyle
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As the meeting of Canada's Premiers – provincial leaders – drew to a close, there was little progress on issues of environmental leadership and the lagging economy. Although, an agreement was reached on issues of inter-provincial labour migration.
Posted Jul 19, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Politics
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For the second day in a row, a police officer in the Taman inquiry (Winnipeg, MB) is having difficulty recalling events preceding the officer-involved fatal traffic accident in 2005. Thursday's focus was on alcohol consumption by the officer involved.
Posted Jul 18, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Crime
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An odd shift in the skies may have resulted in renewed interest in the goings on of New Brunswick residents. An annual report studying UFO sightings shows that British Columbia has been replaced as the province with the most sightings.
Posted Jul 17, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Science
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As Plaster Rock, NB residents enter a second month of no local emergency services, the residents have decided to voice their frustrations in a very public manner. Pressure mounts for the provincial health authorities to take decisive action.
Posted Jul 17, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Health
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Although the Canadian Federal Parliament has adjourned until mid-September, representatives of both the Conservative and Liberal parties have weighed in on the increased texting charges announced by Bell Canada and Telus.
Posted Jul 17, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Politics
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In a stunning case or severe memory loss, former Police Chief Harry Bakema, has great difficulty recalling events directly after a fatal crash that involved a fellow officer. Although Bakema headed the investigation, his recall of details are sketchy.
Posted Jul 17, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Crime
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Registration for a provincial program to test for levels of carcinogenic agents in drinking water for the residents of Harvey Station, New Brunswick has been extended to August 31, 2008. Uranium, radon and arsenic levels are of most concern.
Posted Jul 15, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Health
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Recent coverage of the G8 Summit, suspected sources of "Green House Gases", ongoing disputes over Canada's arboreal forests, and other environmental issues has forced me to ponder whether balanced discussion can even exist. Where is the center?
Posted Jul 14, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Environment
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Eight years after initial claims for damages, the province of New Brunswick will finally receive federal compensation for the floods of 1999 and 2000. The extreme delay has resulted in future streamlining, although the recent flood was not addressed.
Posted Jul 12, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Environment
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Provincial health authorities in New Brunswick are under increased pressure to provide solutions to the medical professional shortage in New Brunswick: most recently forcing the closure of the only Emergency Facility in Plaster Rock, N.B..
Posted Jul 12, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Health
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While violence and political maneuvering continue to escalate in the Palestinian West Bank, residents of a local village have sued two Canadian companies for building new homes on their land intended for Israels occupants.
Posted Jul 12, 2008 by Sykos Masters in World
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Three top Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives have demanded that Pres. Bush's administration be called to task for the insupportable deportation of Maher Arar (a Canadian citizen) in 2002—on the heels of a lengthy official inquiry in Canada.
Posted Jul 12, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Politics
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The Canadian federal government has introduced a second set of measures, in as many years, to tighten requirements for new mortgages. Measures are hoped to continue protecting Canada from a mortgage crisis similar to its US neighbour.
Posted Jul 10, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Business
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At a time when more Canadian banks are reporting profits in the billions, a recent industry study has found that Canadian utilize online banking more than other countries included in the study. If so, why do "in-person" fees continue to rise?
Posted Jul 10, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Internet
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Recent changes in pricing adopted by Bell Canada and Telus have not gone unnoticed by federal authorities in Canada. Company representatives have been strongly encouraged to explain these increases by August.
Posted Jul 9, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Technology
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Yet another rural community in Atlantic Canada is answering their local doctor shortage with a unique solution. Plaster Rock, NB has advertised the gift of land – suitable for building a home – to doctors willing to service their village.
Posted Jul 9, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Health
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In response to a lawsuit filed earlier this year—which followed formal requests for action in 2006—the FDA has finally enforced 'black box' labeling for a common family of antibiotics. Past reports of severely adverse reactions had been largely ignore
Posted Jul 8, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Health
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As part of his stated mission to improve the overall performance of students in New Brunswick, Education Minister Kelly Lamrock is addressing the concerns of minority Francophones with a new commission to ensure quality French language education.
Posted Jul 8, 2008 by Sykos Masters in Education
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Sykos Masters
Citizen Journalist
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Reporting from: Fredericton, NB, Canada Registered: Apr 17, 2008
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General description: inquisitive, loyal, outspoken, starving artist, aspiring writer, avid reader, fact finder extraordinaire.
Reporting on: censorship, New Brunswick oddities, the disadvantaged and forgotten, political 'maneuvering', and other hidden gems. If it's news, I research, research, research, and then report it in my own voice.
Likes: books, kind and trustworthy people, information, lively discussion, open minds.
Dislikes: regressive conservatism, excessive censorship, 'massaging and producing' information, dishonesty, 'experts'.
Life goals: becoming a published writer and respected artist, learning several foreign languages, the continued respect and friendship of my family and peers.
Secret 'shames': truly horrid 'reality shows' (they're such fun to critique), good ice cream, dark chocolate, bad 80's music (it's corny and schmaltzy but I was a teen back then)
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