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Often derided by cynics as a fringe party - the Green Party of Canada will now be present in Federal Debates and has a sitting Member of Parliament.

Europe's first Green Party was formed in the UK in 1973 under the name 'People'. In 1975, it became the Ecology Party before becoming the Green Party in 1985.

A "green" birthday party is a great way to teach your tween how important the environment and its natural resources are to everyone.

The Green Party has become a serious political force. With two Members of the European Parliament and hundreds of local councillors, environmentalism is now centre stage.

Green Party of Canada leader Elizabeth May could have a difficult decision to make in the coming months.

Greens say public transport, walking and cycling facilities need to get a greater share of public funding as the era of cheap oil comes to an end.

The New Zealand Green Party uses the election campaign to promote policies that help the environment and stimulate demand in the economy.

New Year's Eve parties are often excessive events. Don't hurt the earth to have fun. With these green tips, seeing out the old year will start the new one with respect.

The Australian Sex Party, a newly launched Australian political party seems certain to attract attention as the country prepares for the forthcoming general election.

One of the most renewable energy rich countries in Europe, Scotland must overcome environmental, social and political obstacles before it can claim to be truly green.

Throw a Groundhog Day themed party for an excuse to get everyone out of the house. February may be a short month, but cabin fever runs rampant this time of year.

These 10 green Thanksgiving ideas will save money and time while protecting the environment. Green holidays can be creative, fun, and easy - and easy on your conscience.

Given today's economy, green and simple ways to celebrate the New Year are most peoples' resolution. Suite 101 looks at ways to have fun without breaking the bank.

Several Liberal leadership candidates have made finals bids for the party's top job by promising a strong environmental focus - an issue that unites Canadians.

With local politics turning on skimpy turnouts, some activists are thrust into positions of power and are able to implement minority causes for the whole of society.

New Zealand First's policy to float shares in the New Zealand owned Kiwibank is seen as a sell out to the highest bidder.

Crossover voting, allowed in 19 USA open state primaries and caucuses, has emerged as an insidious legal procedure affecting governmental aspirants and national politics.

A little-known Republican slips past the New Orleans incumbent to become the first Vietnamese-American in Congress. But can he survive in the black Democratic stronghold?

On Saturday November 14, 2009 about 100 people attended the first of a series of rallies against two coal-fired power plants proposed to be built in New South Wales.

The London 2008 mayoral race is practically down to two candidates and even the popular Boris Johnson may find it hard to upstage the current mayor Ken Livingstone.

Proposals to build the largest on-shore windfarm in Europe were rejected yesterday, dealing a blow to a government committed to meeting half of electricity needs by 2050.

For reform-minded Canadians, the defeat of British Columbia's Single Transferable Vote (STV) referendum to replace the First Past the Post system was a crushing blow.

The new Conservative Party of Canada has been very successful in gaining and maintaining power in the modern parliament.

The Liberal Party of Canada has historically been the most politically successful and has governed for the longest in the great white north.

The New Democratic Party is a third party option for Canadians whom are primarily concerned with labour rights, social justice and equality, and the environment.

A deal between the New Zealand government and East Coast group Ngati Porou protecting customary rights on the foreshore and seabed is announced in election year.

The European Union has voted to ban seal based products. The ban may become law by the end of next month, triggering a Canadian appeal to the World Trade Organization.

On March 17, 2007, demonstrations all over the world took place to call for the United States to get out of Iraq, marking the fourth anniversary of the U.S. invasion.

The 2012 Olympics are attempting to be the greenest to date. London's authorities are already hoping to capitalise and regenerate Olympic sites after the games finish.

Canadians were held in suspense for 2 1/2 years with repeated threats of a federal election. Contrary to his own promise, Prime Minister Harper wants to call one now.

Ever since Sarah Palin ran for vice president, the question has been asked what beauty pageants and public office may have in common. As it turns out: quite a lot.

Students at Espanola High School (EHS) in Espanola, Ontario, are involved in running a podcast from their school with the slogan, "We're all kinds of different."

Polls around Europe have Barack Obama way ahead of John McCain if they could decide election - though Germans have said they will not send more soldiers into war.

Protestors often get a rep as troublemakers. Some who attended this year's G20 protests in London were no exception. But many also marched peacefully and purposefully.

Canadian marijuana activists Marc Emery, Gregory Williams and Michelle Rainey-Fenkarek - the BC3 - face trial for extradition to the United States on February 9-17, 2009.

Sesame Street characters, and guests to the show, have occasionally tried to become President of the United States. From Big Bird to Hillary, we take a look.

Fruit and vegetables can pass through more than 20 pairs of hands between the farm and the consumer, adding bacteria to chemical and pesticide residue.

Party political campaigns savvy about the workings of the brain are more likely to win elections. Voters need to be aware of non-rational influences on their decisions.

A tremendous amount of waste is generated from school lunches, but there are ways to reduce that waste as some parents are finding.

The Nebraska State Fair takes place at the Fairgrounds in Lincoln from August 22 through September 1, 2008. Bring the family to celebrate heritage of agriculture.

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.

Congressmen are wrestling with ways to combat climate change. But it seems like they are unaware of one of the world's leading initiatives to promote renewable energy.

They came full of hope on bicycles, on foot, in pushchairs and they crammed 15,000-strong into Sydney's Martin Place to beg Australia's leaders for climate change action.

The rebirth of a Jewish homeland was the culmination of centuries of oppression and persecution, ending with the Holocaust and the establishment of the state of Israel.

People like David Suzuki, George Elliott Clarke and Mark Kingwell help contribute to a publication that will be sure to stand the test of time.