Posted on June 16, 2008 by Fiona Hilliard

Drivers in Auckland, New Zealand are going to strange lengths to avoid new traffic legislation.  So as not to appear alone in their cars, some drivers have been seen travelling with mannequins and dogs dressed as children in their passenger seats as a way of beating transit lane rules.  Commenting on the trend, North Shore [...]

Posted on June 16, 2008 by Fiona Hilliard

Superstitions did nothing to dampen the spirits of organisers of the water-themed Expo 2008 in Zaragoza last Friday 13th, when King Juan Carlos of Spain declared the three-month international event officially open.  In his opening speech, the Spanish monarch said: “In its outstanding pavilions, with words, images, art and music, this exhibit aims to bring [...]