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Ferry Sinks - Acting Captain Convicted for Criminal Negligence
Ferry Sinks - Acting Captain Convicted for Criminal Negligence

Circa 2013, the captain of a ferry is convicted for criminal negligence causing death. Not in the third world. In Canada.

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North Dakota Abortion Law Stirs Hornet Nest
North Dakota Abortion Law Stirs Hornet Nest

North Dakota enters God territory, throws gas on explosive abortion debate.

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A Supreme Court of Canada With a View
A Supreme Court of Canada With a View

The gorgeous Supreme Court of Canada building in Ottawa plods through long, eyesore construction work.

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Airport Law: Much Ado About Much
Airport Law: Much Ado About Much

Essential, need-to-know law for anyone in or about an airport, today or prospectively.

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Kenyans Elect Suspected Criminal Top Lawmaker
Kenyans Elect Suspected Criminal Top Lawmaker

Gentleman bastard or wrongfully accused? Kenyans roll dice, elect man suspected of crimes against humanity as top law-maker.

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