Understanding Noise Pollution in the Oceans

Sound travels much faster in water than in air, and thus plays an enormous role in the lives of marine species. Reef fishes rely on sounds to communicate. So do whales and dolphins [...]

Why the Vancouver Riot Happened

A report looked into why thousands of disappointed hockey fans took to the streets of Vancouver after their team lost the Stanley Cup Finals.

Living at the Airport for 80 Days

We are looking for Canada’s second largest airport celebrating its 80th anniversary.

Why Vancouverites Should be Embarrassed

I’m embarrassed that my city is in the news this morning because of angry drunken people rioting after the game.

Canadian Support for Boston Bruins

A fan from Halifax, Canada is hoping the Bruins will lift the Stanley Cup this year.

Why ‘Canuck’ is a Term of Pride in Canada

Canuck may not be a derogatory name for Canadians as some people think.

Canada’s speed bump optical illusion

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It’s back to school time and suddenly there are lots of kids crossing the streets near schools. One of the perennial challenges for school officials, parents and local police is how to get drivers to slow down when driving by schools. Well, a city in British Columbia has come up with a tech solution that is a bit unusual. It’s a speed bump that creates a 3-D version of a little girl chasing a ball. (Photo: Preventable.ca/PhysOrg.com) Download MP3

• Canadian authorities to try 3D image of child to slow drivers
• BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation
• The Community Against Preventable Injuries

Paralympic Games in Vancouver

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The Vancouver Winter Olympics may be over but athletes from around the globe are still competing in British Columbia, this time in the Paralympics. Rick Hansen is following the Games in Vancouver. He’s a former Canadian Paralympian and an activist for people with spinal cord injuries. Jeb Sharp talks with him. Download MP3(Photo: Nicholas Wolaver)

• BBC coverage
• Rick Hansen Foundation
• Rick Hansen videos

Oh Canada

Canadians don’t know how to celebrate? “You’ve to to be kidding me, eh?” says Andrea Crossan, producer and reporter for The World. Andrea was in her hometown, Vancouver, to cover the games for The World. Read her Reporter’s Notebook, and listen in to her coverage.

• Andrea’s story on Russian radio in Vancouver
• Andrea’s story on Vancouver’s Elbow Room Cafe
• Andrea’s story on Safe-Sex Superheroes in Vancouver

Global Political Cartoons: Feb 20-26, 2010

The World’s Carol Hills reviews the week’s news through political cartoons. This week pop culture icons in trouble: Google goes to jail, Abbey Road studios are up for sale, Toyota’s image is in tatters, and it turns out the shape of a hot dog actually matters.

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Safe-sex superheroes protect Vancouver

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For those who are visiting Vancouver to catch some Olympic action – there is a group of volunteers who have taken to the streets to make sure visitors don’t catch anything else. The World’s Andrea Crossan has more. Download MP3 (photo: Andrea Crossan)

• Safe Games 2010
• See photos of Captain Condom

Worst Olympics in history?

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The British press has said the Vancouver Winter Olympics are on pace to be the worst in Olympic history. How do people in Vancouver feel about that? We speak with Daphne Branham, a columnist with the Vancouver Sun.

Global Political Cartoons: Feb 13-19, 2010

The World’s Carol Hills looks back at the week’s big stories through political cartoons. This week: lots of news from the ancient world including the final word on King Tut’s death; a 21st century Olympic Games in Vancouver; and a Greek economy that’s more fragile than the country’s ancient ruins.

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The Financial Problems With Greece

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Eurozone leaders say they will come to Greece’s rescue. But Greece’s Finance Minister wants details as to how exactly other eurozone nations will bailout his country. In this podcast we explore what went wrong with Greece and what it means for the rest of us.

Also, an update from Haiti: How to bring jobs to the millions of unemployed. And a small flower shop near Vancouver that is putting together 1,800 bouquets for all the Olympic medal winners.

Global Political Cartoons: Feb 6-12, 2010

The World’s Carol Hills reviews the week’s news through international political cartoons. This week: the winter-less 2010 Winter Olympics begin! Ancient Greek heroes make Herculean efforts to rescue the country’s ruined economy; Toyota’s image is in tatters; and like many Americans, the Statue of Liberty has put on a few pounds.

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