This morning I was thinking about Amitabh Bachchan. I know that is a bit weird, but the thought was triggered because I was listening... »
Politics
Cricket Fiasco in Lahore… Opinions… and Musical Rebellion
Article by Hassaan – Staff Writer for Desigupshup It’s been a long time since I’ve blogged on the site. If anyone has any suggestions for desigupshup feel free to give us a shout! Since I tend to be the sports writer I’ll get everyone in on the latest scoop that’s taken the whole cricketing fraternity... »
Poverty & Homelessness in Toronto
When I go to work in downtown Toronto, I often come across homeless people who are sleeping on the street. I wonder about what is happening to our society, indeed what is happening to us, when we can simply walk past a person who has no home and no place to go, without... »
Canada’s Federal Election 2008
Get out there and vote! Today is Canada’s federal election and you still have over an hour to get to your polling station to cast your vote. Even if you feel like it won’t make a difference…it really does. Every vote cast is an indication of the desire to make a difference. Get political: go and... »
The Media and Crime: Remembering Reena Virk
The media and the decontextualization of crime is a major issue. Why? The media plays a major role in influencing society and reinforcing beliefs – positive or negative. Sometimes we need to talk about difficult things in order to get to a point where we are able to start asking tough questions. As we start... »
Welcome to the new cold war
If you are interested in world politics, then this video is a must see. It’s called “Welcome to the new cold war” and the commentator, Pepe Escobar, talks about the current Russia – Georgia ‘crisis’ and how the United States factors into it. The US strategy equals to “Full Spectrum Dominance.” Check it out! The Real... »