Alone, he takes on executions
News & Observer, NC -Feb 18, 2006
There are all sorts of people attacking the death penalty in North Carolina. There are the legal scholars, civil rights groups, some politicians, religious organizations and lawyers who have honed their skills in state and federal courts.
Food poisoning sweeps down Canada once again
Reuters Canada, Canada -Feb 18, 2006
Food poisoning has struck again in the Canadian women's curlers camp whose semi-final place is in jeopardy after a shock upset by Japan.
News & Observer, NC -
There are all sorts of people attacking the death penalty in North Carolina. There are the legal scholars, civil rights groups, some politicians, religious organizations and lawyers who have honed their skills in state and federal courts.
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Reuters Canada, Canada -
Food poisoning has struck again in the Canadian women's curlers camp whose semi-final place is in jeopardy after a shock upset by Japan.
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