Can't say it's striking us as any sort of surprise, but the seemingly destined-to-fail LightSquared just might be out of options. After getting a high-five from Sprint and plenty of attention for its initiatives in bringing yet another wireless option to America, those blasted GPS interference issues (or "supposed" issues, depending on who you ask) … [Read more...]
WSJ: LightSquared ‘preparing’ for bankruptcy protection filing, final decision coming tomorrow
May 15, 2012 by
Modular Data Protection Services 360° Partner Program™ Launch
March 23, 2012 by
An Innovative Way to Adopt Cloud Services. Join us for a Webinar on March 27 to Launch the Modular Data Protection Services 360° Partner Program™ Modular DPS Inc. brings new alternatives to the Cloud Data Protection Services marketplace. The increasing array of offerings and associated marketing misuse of terminology such as business continuity and … [Read more...]
Better protection for BC sled dogs
February 20, 2012 by
More protection is now in place for sled dogs in BC. The provincial government, BC SPCA, veterinarians, and the sled dog industry have jointly created Canada's first "Sled Dog Code of Practice". It addresses things like health and welfare, nutrition, housing and euthansia for the dogs. The government took after after CKNW broke the story of a mass … [Read more...]
Catalyst Paper obtains creditor protection
February 1, 2012 by
RICHMOND, B.C. - Pulp and paper producer Catalyst Paper Corp. (TSX:CTL) has secured up to $ 175 million in financing as it moves forward with restructuring under court protection from creditors.The struggling company said late Tuesday that JP Morgan agreed to provide debtor-in-possession financing during the CCAA process.Catalyst also received an … [Read more...]
Nikon launches $550 Speedlight SB-910 flash: light-up controls and thermal cut-out protection
November 29, 2011 by
You know what $ 549.95 gets you in the camera world? About 90 percent of a T3i. Or, you know, a flash. Nikon has just outed the proper successor to the Speedlight SB-900, and at over half a grand, it best be packin' more than just bright lights. The Speedlight SB-910 touts an enhanced operating system and graphic user interface, and comes equipped … [Read more...]
Sex workers who testify at Pickton inquiry to be granted protection
November 3, 2011 by
The names of sex workers who testify at a Vancouver public inquiry into the Robert Pickton case will be covered by publication bans and they'll be allowed to give evidence without appearing in person. Commissioner Wally Oppal has granted a request to offer sex workers and victims of sexual assault broad protections at the inquiry, which is … [Read more...]
Crown lawyers demand protection following courthouse attack
September 15, 2011 by
The BC Crown Counsel Association is calling for better protection for lawyers and courthouse staff following an attack on a prosecutor in Prince George today. Association President Samiran Lakshman says prosecutors are very concerned about today's attack and notes threats and assaults against them are all too frequent. Lakshman says every court … [Read more...]
