As we do every week on Friday, we’ve collected the top stories (as voted by you) and compiled them on one page. Our Digital Journalists reported on the postal service resuming in Canada, a strange WalMart ban, a shocking video of an ambitious shark, and many other stories. Our writers were busy this week!
We also highlight some of major topics Digital Journalists have been covering recently. Note you can see the trending topics at the top of any page on DigitalJournal.com, under the category bar. They are changing constantly to reflect what people are reading on the site.
Hot topics on Digital Journal
• Twitter news
• Soccer news
• Toronto news
Top Digital Journal Reports
Op-Ed: Aubrey de Grey explains the future of immortality (Includes interview) by Alexander Baron
An interview with Aubrey de Grey, founder of the SENS Foundation and organiser of a forthcoming conference on life extension.
‘Pinoy Fiesta’ in Toronto – a Huge Feast Like No Other (Includes interview and first-hand account) by Romeo Marquez
For one whole day on Saturday, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre looked, smelled and felt like the Philippines as thousands came in a joyous community celebration.
Hotel burns throughout the night in Kissimmee, Florida (Includes interview) by KJ Mullins
A massive hotel fire at the Vacation Lodge located at 7514 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee has forced authorities to close down West 192. The fire is in a hotel that has served the working poor in the area.
Mayor welcomes Indian superstar Shahrukh Khan to Toronto for IIFA (Includes first-hand account) by Andrew Moran
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford welcomed Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan to the city Friday. The International India Film Academy (IIFA) awards celebrate its North American premiere with a variety of festivities, special events and interviews.
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In the Media
Canada Post resumes delivery, what does that mean for Canadians? by Samantha Emann
Canada Post had their employees resuming their duties on Monday and Canadians should expect mail in their mailboxes today.
Op-Ed: Sun News TV interview with Gillis sets record for complaints by KJ Mullins
When Sun News’ Krista Erickson interviewed dancer Margie Gillis about the money she has received from Canada the atmosphere was combative. The attack has a record number of complaints by viewers to the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council.
Op-Ed: Why Casey Anthony was laughing and smiling in court by Arthur Weinreb
When the Anthony trial resumed Monday morning, court did not begin until approximately 40 minutes after the scheduled 8:30 start. Prior to Judge Belvin Perry entering the courtroom, Casey could be seen smiling and laughing.
Missing man found buried in wife’s flower garden by Kim I. Hartman
A North Carolina man, thought to be in a nursing home following a stroke over a decade ago, was found by police investigators buried in the backyard of the home where he had lived with his wife, in a well kept flower garden.
Cyberattack strikes Canada’s largest Asian grocery store chain by Owen Weldon
Canada’s largest Asian grocery store chain, T&T Supermarket, suffered a cyberattack and they were forced to shut down their website.
Shark jumping over surfer caught on video by Kim I. Hartman
Sharks patrolling the waters off the Florida coast is not an uncommon sight but seeing a shark jump a surfer is a first for an Orlando photographer who was filming an action video of another surfer when he heard a voice exclaim “Dude, did you see that?”
Canadian soldier dies on eve of combat withdrawal by Justin Crann
Canada’s last combat mission has been completed. The troops are packing up and preparing to leave. The tanks have all come back to base. But today, one soldier’s family has received the worst news imaginable.
International Space Station to stream HD broadcast of Earth by Andrew Moran
UrtheCast, a Calgary-based company, is set to operate and launch the world’s very first live streaming high definition broadcast of Earth. Two HD cameras will be installed aboard the International Space Station.
Extreme couponing appears to be a growing trend and in the current state of our nation’s economy, who can blame coupon lovers for wanting to save money? Apparently WalMart can.
Westboro Church plans funeral picket of Jackass star Ryan Dunn by Kim I. Hartman
Westboro Baptist Church has announced another controversial funeral protest, this time planned for the funeral of Jackass star Ryan Dunn who died in a fiery car crash Monday. Police reports say Dunn’s blood alcohol content was double the legal limit.
NHL approves Winnipeg’s original ‘Jets’ name by Brandon McPhail
CBC Sports has confirmed that the NHL has approved Winnipeg’s new team to go by its old name. After a great deal of speculation, True North Sports and Entertainment will be allowed to use the “Jets” name for Winnipeg’s new team.
Marquardt indefinitely suspended after failing medicals by Andrew Ardizzi
Former UFC middleweight contender Nate Marquardt has been indefinitely suspended by the Pennsylvania Athletic Commission (PAC) for failing to pass to his pre-fight medical exam despite a six-week notice.
Top Blogs
Gazpacho the lazy way – à la française by Johnny Summerton
There’s nothing like fresh ingredients when preparing a meal…
Craiggers: The better way to search Craigslist by Chris Hogg
News about Craiggers first started hitting my radar in early May when ReadWriteWeb wrote about the website. Craiggers…
Anthony Weiner’s signature reveals character traits by Marcel Elfers
Signatures are very important in business because they are highly individualized. A trained eye can distinguish one…
