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Lashed by storms, visiting Tory Island can be an arduous experience, but its stunning scenery, art history and friendly dolphin warmly reward the hardy traveller.

John Tory has announced he is stepping down as Progressive Conservative leader after losing a by-election. His resignation is likely to end his political career.

On secondary preference votes, Boris Johnson has been elected mayor of London. Critics however still remain to be convinced he is up to the task.

Still waiting on a private company to reclaim bank charges? A Conservative election win would mean that it would not be necessary to reclaim bank charges.

New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton indicated on September 14th that he may support Prime Minister Stephen Harper's government, delaying the election until Spring.

Canada's former ambassador to Afghanistan, Chris Alexander, has announced his intention to seek the Conservative nomination in Ajax-Pickering.

For a one-hour town hall held on June 11. 2009 in Cambridge, Ontario to discuss recession-fighting measures, the Conservative government spent $108,000.

Stephen Harper's government continues to court NDP support through plans to introduce legislation that extends parental benefits to Canada's self-employed.

The murder of Jane McCrae brought a surge of volunteers to the Patriot cause during the American Revolution against the British and their commissioned Indians.

A tight race between four candidates for the provincial leadership of the Progressive Conservative Party is over, as Tim Hudak takes the helm.

A great book for reluctant readers, kids who love the fantasy genre, and video game players.

The Liberals were unable to defeat the Conservative government on a no-confidence vote in the Canadian House of Commons today.

William Lyon Mackenzie, a journalist, politician, rebel and reformer, was born on March 12, 1795 in Dundee, Scotland. He was noted for being a bright, difficult student.

Britain's Conservative leader calls for direct action in Burma

The Council of Fashion Designers of America handed out their annual awards on June 2.

David Cameron has promised that no British powers would be handed over to the EU without a referendum. The announcement comes following criticism of his EU policies.

The Carlton Club began as a political organization and grew into a club of influential members who helped shape the UK's modern Conservative party.

This year sees some really nifty totes, from nautical barrel bags to totes emblazoned with motifs, and canvas shoppers representing the best in ethical fashion.

Ottawa is finalizing proposed legislation to add over 30 seats to the House of Commons, leading to better representation of voters in Ontario, Alberta, and BC.

The CEO of Ontario's eHealth program Sarah Kramer has been fired. Her resignation comes as consultants are alleged to have billed millions while doing little for it.

The Trojan War, a Greek enterprise against the city-state of Troy, is one of the most renowned tales in Greek mythology. Several key figures played important roles.

Disguised as a man, Deborah Samson fought during the American Revolution; after being wounded, she received an honorable discharge and began a public speaking career.

White's, the UK's oldest and most prestigious gentlemen's club, is one of the places where centuries-old British tradition still thrives.

The celebrated English novelist Jane Austen's village-centered stories bely her real knowledge and interest of the international events of her day.

Whilst you might not go overboard for the nautical trend that is sailing into stores this season, when it comes to statement shoes and handbags, nautical is never boring.

Robert Peel is remembered as being the founder of the Conservative Party in Britain. Many of his contemporaries regarded his terms as Prime Minister as partial successes.

The Battle of Oriskany was a fiercely fought wildnerness engagement in the American Revolution. Its outcome helped turn the tide of the war in favor of the Americans.

Boodle's was founded by a Prime Minister and named after a head waiter. It was a place of leisure and political connection for the 18th century gentleman.

After last year's finale, fans aren't waiting for the new season to speculate on where "Battlestar Galactica" is headed next.

Wide receivers can make or break a Fantasy Football team. Folks who drafted Randy Moss last year understand. So do the smart owners who picked up Marques Colston.

A Hileah, Florida woman faces criminal charges after allegedly putting a live newborn in a biohazard bag containing bleach solution and throwing it in the trash.

New evidence suggests a brighter future for older dogs.

24,000 Toronto unionized workers remain on strike as their job action enters its second month. The strike has slowed ambulance service, and stopped garbage pickup.

A review of Douglas Hurd's excellent biography of Robert Peel, arguably Britain's greatest peacetime Prime Minister and the founder of the modern police force.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper is signaling his party is ready for an election. In a speech at a recent fundraiser he predicted his party would win a seat in Montreal.

American patriots in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina won a critical victory against British Loyalists at a time when such a victory was desperately needed.

Every experienced birder has a practiced method for bird identification. The experts offer good step by step advice for the rest of us.

Indian Fighters, Colonial Militia, Partisans, Continental Soldiers fight neighbors and Redcoats in this freshly detailed chronicle of America's Revolution in the South

Nathaniel Hawthorne's short story, My Kinsman, Major Molineux, introduces the themes of coming of age, order versus disorder and city versus country.

Ken Livingstone and Boris Johnson remain the front runners for the second job in British politics. Both may have to rely on secondary votes to secure victory on May 1st.

The poet Caroline Norton campaigned for a change in the law following the breakdown of her marriage and the refusal of her husband to grant her access to her children.

Novice and experienced naturalists can increase their enjoyment of Pacific Northwest natural areas with the help of one of the many field guides available.

Today's job market is extremely competitive, which is why people who are searching for employment need to know how to present themselves at an interview.

John Churchill is one of Britain's greatest heroes. He won the Battle of Blenheim against Louis XIV, the greatest victory since Agincourt.

Rising from Elector of Hanover to the King of England at the age of 54, George I's ascension marked the beginning of the rule of the House of Hanover.

With growing debate on the provincial government's proposed blended sales tax set for next July, by-election candidates in St. Paul's Riding use HST to bolster campaigns.

Ontario's Progressive Conservatives have distanced themselves from their federal Conservatives cousins, as federal government seeks to enable Ontario to pass HST.

The allegory in My Kinsman, Major Molineux by Nathaniel Hawthorne is more complex than in most of Hawthorne's short stories.

James Monroe was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia in 1758.

Talented rookies enter the camps of the San Francisco 49ers and the St. Louis Rams as there are many starting positions up for grabs in both camps.