An Explanation of Sorts - From the Editor
P. Bradley Robb
I managed to cram a year's worth of living into December. Now it's January and I'm still trying to recover.
The Last Time I Saw Paris
Houman Sadri
A funeral calls Houman back to Paris and recalls the last time he was there, the promotional circuit for his first album. In reflection, the pain of both become apparent.
Paris for Album of the Year?
P. Bradley Robb
This is the one and only time that Paris Hilton's name will actually be printed in this magazine. Yes, this is actually a review of her album, and yes, I am making the claim above.
Canada is at War
David Bird
With support for the Canadian efforts in Afghanistan falling, David Bird takes a look at not only the why, and in doing so explores what the Canadian forces are doing and what the future might hold for them.
The Hand that Tests
John Oxley
The building of a new facility at Oxford has led to protests. Similar attempts at other locations have led to terrorist attacks by pro-animal rights groups. John Oxley takes a look at both sides of the issue.
Reality Bites
Anne Murphy
Don't say she didn't warn you. Anne Murphy has spoken of the need to prepare for natural disasters. Last month she experienced three of them.
New Years Resolutions You Don't Have To Lie About
Mike Mumah
This year, the low road is the easy road when it comes making resolutions, at least that's Mumah's advice to avoid turning yourself into a liar.
China and the One Child Policy
John Oxley
China is the most populous nation on earth, with 1.3 billion residents. Overpopulation is a very real threat. China's response to this threat is one of the most famous and controversial methods of birth-control in the world "The One Child Policy"
J'Accuse: New Year
Houman Sadri
Everyone seems to love a good New Year's Eve party, but Houman Sadri takes a look at why with his typical blended cynical wit. Here's something to think about next year.
Saddam and Me
P. Bradley Robb
Throughout my life, Saddam Hussein grew from concept, to comedic bad guy, to a very real and personal enemy. His death in late December should have put that relationship to rest, the key phrase being should have.
How to Order a Drink…for Somebody Else
George R. Perry
subter's staff bartender returns with some acerbic advice on ordering a drink for someone else. Mark this one as how to be a "bar-room pimp".
Hollywood and the Plight of Millions
Shawn Wozniak
Blood Diamond and other recent Hollywood forays onto the continent of Africa call us to action, but offer little direction as to how exactly to help the situations portrayed
