Opinion

No strings attached, Microsoft released the developer version of Windows 8, its follow-up to the popular Windows 7 operating system, as well as a suite of tools for, obviously, developers. This download may not be for you.

Canadian ISPs throttle. Or at least Bell, Rogers and Shaw do, using software to slow the speed of various downloads and streaming services.

"Weather happens - whether humans like it or not.' Old mountain dictum "You won't believe where I'm standing." The tone in his voice said it all. Excitement. Anticipation. It was the joyful exuberance of a ten-year old on a new adventure.

Like everyone else in town I was excited at the idea of having a jazz festival come to town over a long weekend. I was hoping that this could grow into a destination event for the resort.

To clarify confusion around last week's article on the demise of the Nordic ski legacy, some history is required ( Pique Sept.8, 2011).

If somebody closes the door, then open a window.

"Learning is life." - Socrates Wow. Already September. Nights are cooling down. Thoughts wander to long descents in clouds of white. To wearing parkas and snow boots and gloves and... But wait a minute. There are still a few of days of summer left.

I admit my palms were sweaty. I turned in my car seat to face the rear of our truck, ready to brief the kids on what to say and what not to say. And then I stopped.

(The) asphalt plant in Whistler which (Mr. Frank Silveri) continue(s) to operate in close proximity to the Cheakamus Crossing residential area makes life for its residents miserable and exposes public health to serious risk.

The official grand opening of the Whistler Olympic Plaza this past weekend was an exceptional event, capping off a month of great entertainment.