The controversial Conrad Black has officially launched his new book in Toronto.  It’s a sweeping look at American history where he argues the United States is now in decline.  “It’s a history of the United States focusing on the strategic … read more

The Tokyo stock market has suffered its biggest one-day loss in more than two years. The Nikkei Index plunged 1,143 points, which is 7.3%. The index retreated from recent 5-1/2 year highs because of rising  bond yields, along with signs … read more

The writer of one of Edith Piaf’s biggest hits has died. Georges Moustaki was a composer, singer and poet. His representative says he died at his home in Nice overnight after a long illness. Moustaki’s parents were Greek Jews from … read more

It appears Rob Ford would’ve lost his volunteer position as coach of the Don Bosco football team regardless of the most recent scandal affecting Toronto’s mayor.  Ford was told yesterday he has been banned from coaching at any Catholic school … read more