Bob Cox likes to run long distances. The last time he ran a marathon, the 2006 Manitoba Marathon, he came in 52nd out of 731, eighth highest in his age division (he was 45 at the time). Lately he’s running just for the exercise, but also to let his mind wander. He tries to leave… Continue reading The New News Race
Series: Summer 2008
On Trial
It’s early November and Richard Stursberg is sitting at CBC’s Toronto headquarters in his nicely appointed seventh-floor office, with its leather armchairs, gleaming wooden table, red Persian rug and big flat-screen TV. Dressed today in an olive blazer, green striped shirt and black pants—a much more conservative choice than the lime-green suit he has worn… Continue reading On Trial
Beware the Irishman Bearing Writs
I am the son of an Irishman, but I won’t visit my father’s homeland until a man who knows many tough men is safely in his grave. Did I get your attention? You know that there’s a story here and I can tell you most of it. Everything, really, except some names, especially the name… Continue reading Beware the Irishman Bearing Writs
Graphic Reporting
The Silver Snail comic shop on Toronto’s bustling Queen Street West is jam-packed with thick graphic novels, skinny superhero comics, and countless action figures. Wooden bookshelves line every wall and from ceiling to floor, colourful book spines fight for your eye’s attention. Scattered among the superheroes, monsters, villains, and fantasy creatures are a few non-fiction… Continue reading Graphic Reporting
Put to sleep
Kelly Caldwell’s baby had surgery four weeks ago and is on her way to recovery. “She injured her knee and had to have two pins put in,” Caldwell says. Her baby, Dottie, is a year-and-a-half-old Boston terrier that has an appointment with the vet. “She’s going for a little bit of dog physiotherapy today,” Caldwell… Continue reading Put to sleep