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http://ondeadline.wordpress.com
As the world around us changes so does how we get our information, both inane and important.
I am tired of pitting blogging vs. journalism and I am trying to learn how to merge the two, post by post.
This is the news from my corner of the world and what was scribbled in my notepad.
- Author: Vince
- Listed in: Journalists Activism
- Tags: news Opinion Canada journalism Observations toronto
Recent Posts
Long live the King of Pop
The King of Pop is dead. A quick scan of my cds and iTunes reveals not a single Michael Jackson tune in my collection, however, his talent was undeniable and we are lucky he graced us all with it. Who has never rocked to an MJ tune or tapped a toe it...
Iran: Tweeting for free expression
The value of social media is gaining with every Tweet, Facebook update, YouTube video and blog post both from and about the escalating situation in Iran. With the heavy-handed Iranian government cracking down on foreign journalists as protests grew o...
Click to help lift the darkness
It is time to make this blog earn its keep. Yes, I know, you are too busy to help or listen to or read a pitch about another worthy cause. Well, if you are one of our constant readers you know we tend to not bludgeon you too much on what you “s...
Mr. Harper, that is 100 per cent BULL!
A screen capture of the Harper government’s chest-thumbing website that claims 80 per cent of their economic action plan to tackle the recession has been implemented. 80 per cent you say? That is 100 per cent bull we say. Pardon any typos or fr...
Kidnapped Canadian reporter speaks to AFP
Agence France – Presse has made contact with kidnapped Canadian freelance journalist Amanda Lindhout. Dedicated readers of On Deadline know we have written about Amanda’s plight since we learned about it and have tried to follow it as ta...
I've faithfully followed and thoroughly enjoyed this expertly written and classy blog the past several months. With intelligence, passion and sometimes-playful humour, Vince simply writes about life. His subjects range from local, national and global news events, to personal experiences. Whatever the topic, his always keen and refreshing observations are an obvious reflection of someone of conscience and heart who not only cares deeply about people, but for the world entire.
Posted: January 23rd, 2009 | Report This Comment