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How an Act of Parliament allowed the inhabitants of Bournemouth to set up a board of Improvement Commissioners to help shape the future of the town

Everyone's come out against Sean Avery, but for different reasons.

Dallas Mavericks owner, Mark Cuban, is paying big fines and entertaining NBA fans, at the same time.

Sioux Medicine Man, Sitting Bull had lived four years in what would become southern Saskatchewan

According to a press release by LPGA Commissioner Carolyn F. Bivins, the recent furor over the purported English-Only policy is "greatly exaggerated."

Overwhelmed by the negative response to what had become known as the "English Only" rule, LPGA Commissioner Bivins is credited with giving-in to critics.

In 2005, Roxana Silvia Ciopei applied for a Social Security Card and was issued one in the wrong name. For more than four years, she has fought to get a new card.

Dilli Haat is a treasure house of Indian culture, handicrafts and ethnic cuisine from different parts of India offering tourists an exposure of the country.

The UK's Data Protection Act 1998 requires all data controllers to register with the Information Commissioner, unless exemptions apply. Confused? Read on...

Operation Unite will see police in both countries take to the streets in major centers on Dec. 11 and 12 to combat street crime caused largely by binge drinking.

In the movie the Dark Knight Gotham wants Batman to take off his mask and reveal himself. But Gotham does not get what it wants; instead, Gotham gets what it deserves.

The Bournemouth Improvement Act 1856 included the requirement to build a pier. The first one was dogged by bad luck. The second was more fortunate.

How the enclosure of an area of Hampshire heath land paved the way for the creation of a large seaside town on the south coast of Dorset.

Some of the negotiations for union of scotland took place in Parliament House, now part of Edinburgh High Court. Essential Edinburgh history for those who visit Scotland

In a year filled with excitement and controversy at every level of basketball, Suite101 ranks the top 3 best and worst basketball moments of 2006.

The CPC House Leader wants a contempt of Parliament charge brought against Jack Layton after his invited guests disrupted proceedings and forced a brief shut down.

Florida's special needs in education are acknowledged by the Florida Department of Education; consequently schools are given more time to show gains.

Smackdown and ECW have General Managers Teddy Long and Tiffany, but Raw only has guest hosts who have the same power as a GM. Does this cheapen Raw's respectability?

Indian Reorganization Act I covered the background and provisions of the Act. This article covers its enactment and the short and long-term effects.

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be about to get a rival. Speculation is growing over a possible NHL expansion that would put a team in the Toronto Area.

Michael Vick is a talented football player who is working to find his ground in the National Football League again.

New child care regulations decrease need for parental involvement and help improve the early education children receive prior to entering school.

As the topic of the effects of multiple concussions on the brain receives more attention by researchers and the media, steps are being taken to protect their athletes.

The Ontario Hockey League is one of three leagues that comprise the Canadian Hockey League, which is the largest hockey league in the world.

MLB Commissioner Bud Selig's threat to suspend Yankee first baseman Jason Giambi is not only hollow -- it's hypocritical, downright stupid and no doubt unconstitutional.

He was both an Indian and a white man. A Seneca Chief and a Union Colonel. The first Native American to be Commissioner of Indian Affairs. This is Ely Parker.

Since taking the helm of the Colorado Department of Education, Dwight D. Jones has faced many challenges. He remains a staunch supporter of quality and high standards.

A brief look at the man who helped to reform and revise the codes of civil, criminal and common law in the state of New York.

This week, the Major League Baseball Players Association issued statements expressing fears that owners may again be trying to hold down player pay.

Since the congressional hearing in October, the NFL has made a series of changes to their concussion management policies and are now supporting brain injury research.

How a complaint upheld by the UK's Information Commissioner forced The National Archives to publish the UK's 1911 household data less than 100 years after it was taken.

State race tracks have lacked the will to institute, or to enforce drug and safety policies, leaving the door open for federal control after high profile fatalities.

Bernard Kerik had a spectacular rise, from detective to commissioner of the nation's largest police force to nominee for Homeland Security secretary in only 15 years.

The science of tickling is complex. The brain processes pleasant tickle stimuli along with sensations of pain from other neural pathways.

A meeting between Maryland and Virginia in 1785 showed that the states could cooperate to mutual benefit of both and led to the Constitutional Convention in 1787.

The Liberals have launched complaints about the Conservatives novelty checks. The novelty checks, handed out for stimulus money, feature a large Conservative logo.

The internet is full of free options for NHL fantasy hockey fans. So, which site to choose? Read on for some help in making a decision.

Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, was almost larger than life. In many ways he personified America's transition from the 1800s into 20th century.

In the near future, there will be an international baseball tournament, and a short time after its inception, there may be a "foreign" World Champion.

Parental, consumer and writer groups applying pressure as advertisers embed thousands of their products and services into television programs.

The Australian Government also insisted Edward VIII abdicated rather than marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson.

On November 4, 2008, Minnesota 6th District voters will choose between Michele Bachman and El Tinklenberg in a race that has drawn national attention.

UK data protection can seem like a minefield when you're setting up a new business, but a little training will stop your business and credibility from suffering.

Israeli lies about UN school attack receive little mention, while UN calls for investigation are opposed by Human Rights Council member states including Canada.

Under the guise of nature research, Dr. Ross visited plantations where black slaves lived. He helped many make an escape to the Underground Railroad and freedom

Though it is not scheduled for release until mid-July, The Dark Knight has already been reviewed by many individuals who have some interesting things to say about it.

Ed Lopat teamed up with Allie Reynolds and Vic Raschi to give the Yankees three formidable starters who could match the Indians' BobFeller, Bob Lemon, and Early Wynn.

Game Four of the 1968 World Series quickly got out of hand for Detroit when Bob Gibson returned to the mound for the Cardinals to stop the Tigers and McLain in a rout.

Anyone with health insurance has the right to appeal to their insurance company if their health insurance claim is denied.

Jackie Robinson's life after baseball was marked by great efforts and great honors. He and Babe Ruth are the most important ballplayers of all time.