Remember that time Microsoft teased what most sane humans thought were new logos? That was right around two years ago, but the branding you see above is no mistake -- that's the new Microsoft logo, landing just months after Windows 8's new flag and merely weeks before the aforesaid operating system takes the planet by storm. Astoundingly, it has … [Read more...]
Microsoft reveals new logo after 25 years, proves that it’s (still) okay to be square
August 24, 2012 by
Amanda Zhao’s family still waiting for verdict
August 23, 2012 by
The parents of a young Chinese student murdered in BC nearly a decade ago are still waiting for a verdict from the trial of her accused killer. Amanda Zhao's body was found stuffed in a suitcase near Stave Lake in October 2002. Police believe the 21 year old was killed by her boyfriend Ang Li who left Canada three days after her body was … [Read more...]
Fincher’s “Girl” Sequel Is Still Alive
August 23, 2012 by
Despite speculation that Sony was quietly burying its planned English-language adaptation of Stieg Larsson's 'Dragon Tattoo' follow-up "The Girl Who Played with Fire", it seems that things are still progressing albeit slowly. Screenwriter Steven Zaillian tells EW that he's still hard at work on the screenplay, but as of now the earliest any film … [Read more...]
GameStop Mobile will not be an MVNO; company still testing sales of prepaid SIMs from other carriers
August 11, 2012 by
In a recent interview with us, GameStop CEO Paul Raines confirmed that GameStop Mobile -- an entity that appeared to be on the brink of selling prepaid GSM SIM cards to GameStop patrons -- is nothing more than "a mockup." If you'll recall, an entire website launched back in May showcasing what appeared to be GameStop's portal for hawking SIM cards … [Read more...]
Charges were dropped, but VPD officer still facing disciplinary action
August 11, 2012 by
Several months after an assault charge against a Vancouver Police officer -- who shoved a disabled woman -- was stayed, Constable Taylor Robinson is still facing disciplinary action. In June of 2010, Robinson was caught on video pushing Sandy Davidsen as she was making her way along Hastings Street. Six months later he was charged with assault. His … [Read more...]
Supervisors future still undecided
August 10, 2012 by
We still don't know whether anyone will lose their job one week after 21-year old, special needs woman Joy Zhang went missing in the forest near Sasamat Lake. She walked away from a Douglas College school group and was found four days later by rescue crews. Douglas College President Scott McAlpine says a full investigation is underway and he's also … [Read more...]
Two battling unions and Licensed Practical Nurses still waiting for vote result
August 8, 2012 by
Approaching a month and half after Licensed Practical Nurses finished voting in the BC Nurses Union's second raid attempt on the HEU and still no result. "Well we are waiting for the vote to be counted actually." BCNU President Debra McPherson says her union is ready to welcome LPN's if the vote goes their way. "We do know … [Read more...]
Search crews frustrated at no sign still of Joy Zhang
August 5, 2012 by
It was suspended last night, but the search is back on for a fourth day for Joy Zhang. The 21-year-old woman with special needs was last seen Thursday at Sasamat Lake in Port Moody. Search and rescue crews are out again targeting specific places in the forest, though they feel they've already exhausted the area within three to four kilometres. So … [Read more...]
Many survivors of abuse at former mental institution still waiting for compensation
August 4, 2012 by
Sixteen years after the doors at New Westminster's Woodlands School permanently closed, many survivors of abuse at the former mental institution are still waiting for money from the BC Government. Since a class action suit affecting 1,500 victims was approved ten years ago, settlements have only been reached for close to 900. Survivors advocate … [Read more...]
Best Outdoor Summer Movie Series (Still Going On)
August 2, 2012 by
As the last weeks of summer arrive, we find ourselves clinging to warm weather activities, like catching a movie under the stars. Here are the best outdoor movie series continuing through September. Here's to denial! Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
