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• Have You Seen Missing Teen Michelle Yu

  

  Michelle Yu, 18, has been missing since TuesdayToronto police are seeking the public’s help in locating Michelle Yu, an 18-year-old who has been missing since... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• K-Pop Phenomenon and 2EN1

  I am still trying to understand the phenomenon of K-Pop. I am amazed at the popularity of the group (2NE1) and their fan base. Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• The House That Garbage Built in York Region – Rental Mayhem 101

  

  What comment can I offer on the lack of care for rental homes in York Region? What’s sad is home owners who buy rental properties, in fairly nice neighbourhoods... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Dick Clark Dies at the Age of 82

  after a massive heart attack. According to sources on TMZ.com, Clark was in the hospital for an outpatient procedure but succumbed to a massive heart attack... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Rogers Video No More, Time to Get an Apple TV Device

  

  The 2nd generation Apple TV (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Rogers Video no more, time to get an Apple TV deviceAre you looking to rent a movie? Apple TV makes the... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• The Need for Speed in Toronto

  

  Need For SpeedI am not sure why anyone would want to change the speed limit, but we should just leave things as they are and get police to enforce the current... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• It’s Not Exactly Toronto the Good Anymore, Eh?

  

  So what is Toronto becoming? MGM wants to build a massive casino on Toronto’s waterfront, preferably turning Ontario Place into a mini Vegas. Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• The Night and the Sound of the City

  

  Recently took a night stroll in the city and a simple picture reminded me about some of the things we have to offer. Yes it’s only the CN Tower but it is one... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Are We Running out of Ideas in Toronto?

  

  Aerial view of The Cinesphere and surrounding marina at Ontario Place, Toronto. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)MGM is making the pitch to make Toronto a new home for ... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Trump Talks up Toronto

  Trump talks up Toronto Donald Trump sought to stir up buyers for the unsold units in Canada’s first Trump International Hotel & Tower on Monday, undaunted b... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Are We Making Too Many Assumptions About Rob Ford?

  There seems to be the feeling around town that Rob Ford is in hiding. Recent comments, by once stark allies seem to imply that the Mayor maybe laying low due... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Is Toronto a Housing Bubble?

  While Canada’s high-flying housing market continues to stabilize, it’s increasingly evident that one city — Toronto — is a glaring exception. Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• 2012 APA-W5 Used Car Mystery Shopper Investigation

  

  Highway 401 west of the Don Valley Parkway/Highway 404 junction. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)2012 APA-W5 used car mystery shopper investigationFor this year’s... Read more

  Posted on 15 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• W5 Presents “Buyer Beware of Used Car Deals”

  

  Used Car Lot (Photo credit: rptnorris)W5 presents “Buyer beware of used car deals”When it comes to shopping for a second-hand vehicle most buyers are wary of... Read more

  Posted on 15 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• I Forgot to Mention Makimono Sushi Restaurants Pickering Location

  In an update to my previous post on “The Best Sushi in the GTA” I forgot to mention Makimono’s other location in Pickering. In case you are in the Pickering Tow... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Rouge Park is Starting to Buzz with Spring Action — Tree Planting Sunday April 15

  

  Rouge Park in the fall (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Rouge Park is starting to buzz with spring action — Tree Planting Sunday April 15Rouge Park is starting to buzz... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Qatar Airways Keen to Expand in Canada

  

  The CEO of Qatar Airways has said he is struggling to secure more landing rights to boost services to Canada. Akbar Al Baker said in a speech in Montreal that... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Some Basics of Canadian Investing; Mutual Funds, Eligible Dividends and...

  

  Some great tax tips for Canadian investors! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Is It Time to Open the Skies in Canada and Allow U.S Carriers?

  

  Air Canada Boeing 747-133 C-FTOC at Zurich International Airport (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Is it time to open the skies in Canada and allow U.S carriers? Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY

• Friday the 13th and Things You May Not Know About Superstition in Asian Cultures

  

  Deutsch: Freitag der 13. im Kalender English: Circling Friday the 13th date on calendar with marker (Photo credit: Wikipedia)I am always fascinated by culture... Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2012 CURRENT, SOCIETY