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News for August 8th, 2015

August 7 2015 //
LOCAL
by Catlin Spencer
 
After launching a petition to ban controversial pick-up-artist and blogger Daryush Valizadeh from entering Canada, a Montreal woman says she's received multiple death threats.
 
According to CBC News, Aurelie Nix says she's received both death threats and threats of rape after Valizadeh posted links to nude photos of her in response to her protesting his plans to come to Montreal.
 
In an online video, Valizadeh, also known as Roosh V asked fans to collect the personal information of protesters.
 
V's work is controversial as he has written extensively on techniques to seduce women, including a guide to sex tourism and is a vocal men's rights activist.
 
Despite the petition against his event having over 12, 000 signatures, Roosh V says he is determined to come to Montreal on Saturday.
 
 
NATIONAL
by Catlin Spencer
 
 
A study finding that Canadians with HIV are living longer than ever shows inconsistencies in who is living longer.
 
According to CTV News, a researcher has pointed out that life expectancy has increased more for men than it has for women, aboriginals or those with a history of drug abuse.
 
In response, the researcher has asked for a national HIV/AIDS strategy with an emphasis on early treatment and prevention.
 
While the study offered no explanation for the discrepancy, the study's principal investigator suggested socioeconomic conditions and access to treatment as possible factors.
 
 
 
INTERNATIONAL
by Catlin Spencer
 
 
North Korea is turning its clocks back thirty minutes and creating it's own time zone, known as Pyongyang standard time.
 
According to Reuters, the change will take effect on August 15th and will mark the 70th anniversary of the country's liberation from Japanese rule.
 
Switching to Pyongyang time will also mean that Korea is leaving the timezone it shared with South Korea and Japan.

August 8th, 2015

August 7 2015 //

Hosted by: Julian Mckenzie

Stories by: Catlin Spencer

Produced by: Emeline Vidal

Special 2 hour Champions of the Local Scene today starting at 5PM

August 5 2015 //

Today we'll be having a special 2 hour Champions of the Local Scene, because the local scene is just that great.

First, Mnjvr, host of Autobeat (Friday midnight - 2AM), got a chance to sit down and talk with Montreal DJ and founder of MusicIsMySanctuary.com and The 24 Hrs Of Vinyl, DJ Lexis. They'll talk about the busy summer he's had so far with and the upcoming events that are sure to please the most diehard UK garage fans. Most notably, his upcoming monthly night, on August 22th, at Le Bleury - Bar à Vinyle, where he'll share the decks alongside London's own, Flava D.  

Then, Satty of Shibuya Crossing (Wednesday 2 - 4PM) and Patricia from Fatal Attraction (Sunday 11AM - noon) will be talking about their upcoming coverage of Otakuthon happening at the Palais de Congres this weekend.  They'll be breaking down the schedule and telling you what you should be checking out.

So tune in from 5 - 7PM for all the local stuff you can handle.

News for August 5th, 2015

August 5 2015 //
LOCAL
by Tom Matukala
 

The 37th annual festival du Cochon Sainte-Perpétue is set to kick off Wednesday, despite the resentment of international and local animal rights activists groups.

According to a report by the Montreal Gazette, the SPCA Is voicing their concern for the second year in a row. 

They feel the event subjects pigs and boars to suffering just for an alternate form of entertainment.
Activities at the festival include greased pig wrestling, trying to place hoops on boars necks, and picking up and putting pigs in large containers within a time limit.
Festival employee Nancy Morin insists animals are properly cared for, and that a veterinarian is on staff during the pig races.
 
 
NATIONAL
by Saturn de Los Angeles
 
Two people are dead, and three are injured, following a mass shooting at a Toronto nightclub on Tuesday.

According to C-T-V News, the incidents contribute to a 58 per cent increase in shooting deaths and injuries in the new year.

Toronto police are investigating the incident and are asking the public for cooperation in helping reduce gun violence. 

Up to this month, 95 people were either killed, or injured in 147 shooting instances in the city.

Toronto Deputy Police Chief Peter Sloly believes that easy access to guns may be a contributing factor to the spike.

INTERNATIONAL
by Patricia Petit Liang

 
 
American Airlines, United, Delta and Air Canada have banned the transport of game trophies on their planes.

According to the Washington Post, hunters can still ship hunting trophies with the United Parcel Service however, with representatives from UPS publicly stating that they refuse to be influenced by public opinion amidst current controversy.

These bans follow the recent illegal killing of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe by American big-game hunter Walter Palmer.

President and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States says Delta alone has set a great example and that no airline should allow for the theft of Africa's wildlife by hunters.

August 5th, 2015

August 5 2015 //

Hosted by: Catlin Spencer

Stories by: Catlin Spencer, Saturn de Los Angeles, Patricia Petit-Liang

Produced by: Emeline Vidal

11th Annual CJLO Diego Award Winners

August 4 2015 //

Here's to another amazing year of independent radio at CJLO 1690 AM!

The CJLO Diego Awards is an annual awards ceremony created to celebrate a year of hard work and quality programming at CJLO 1690 AM, and to celebrate the spirit of community/college radio, which is THE driving force behind the support of independent music, artists, and grass-roots communities in Montreal and the world at large.

There is a staggering number of committed volunteers, quality radio programs, session and production engineers, and news and music journalists at CJLO 1690 AM. We recognise that even though there can only be one recipient per Diego category, all of those who give their time and effort to make CJLO the best radio station it can be are winners in our hearts. Yes, that means YOU.

It is our honour to post the winners of the 11th Annual CJLO Diego Awards. Special thanks to all our nominees!
 

Aaaaaaand the winners are...
 

 

The MAPL Award 
...for top Canadian Content supporter (that isn't a show dedicated to CanCon, such as Best of the West and Champions of the Local Scene).

Burnt Offerings

 

The CBC 3 Award
...for Top NewCon supporter (excluding Charts & Crafts)

Feel Good Hit of the Summer

 

The Keener Award 
...for Excellence in Volunteer Commitment

Joana Cumo
Saturn De Los Angeles
Mourad Bennacer
Carmen Rachiteanu
Tom Matukala

 

The Absolutely Fabulous PR Award
...for constantly repping your show, the station, and consistently taking initiative in organizing and promoting events with CJLO 

D-Shade

 

The Fox News Award
...for Excellence in Journalism

Celeste Lee

 

The Lester Bangs Award 
...for Excellence in Music Journalism

Paul Brown

 

The ACE Award
...for Excellence in Online Journalism

Saturn De Los Angeles

 

The Wayne and Schuster Award 
...for Best Team (that hosts a show)

The Starting Rotation

 

The CJLOL Award 
...for Funniest Show

Don't Mess This Up, Jacob

 

The Ol' Gil Award 
...for Most Underrated Show

At the Movies

 

The Welcome to the Jungle Award 
...for Best New Show

Waves of Honey

 

The CBC Award
...for On-Air Professionalism

Colin Harris (Killer Baby Tomatoes)

 

The Maury Povich Award 
...for Best Talk Show

Fatal Attraction

 

The Lucky Dube Award 
...for Best World Show

More Fyah

 

The Niche Award
...for Best Specialty Show

Shibuya Crossing

 

The Richard D. James Award 
...for Best RPM Show

Aloof Future

 

The Yank Crime Award 
...for Best Rock Show

The Feel Good Hit of the Summer

 

The Bad News Brown Award
...for Best Hip Hop Show

Stroll Around the Groove

 

The Smelt Your Face Award 
...for Best Metal Show

Burnt Offerings

 

The Robert Vairo Award
...for Broadcasting Excellence

Stroll Around the Groove

 

The Ryan B. Arditi Award
...for Lifetime Achievement

Marilla Steuter-Martin

 

The Rob Fleming Award
...for Best Mix Tape.

Matteo Ciambella, Summer Craves

 

News for August 3rd 2015

August 3 2015 //
LOCAL
by Saturn de Los Angeles
 
 
 

The waiting list for children who need surgery is increasing.
 
In a report by the Montreal Gazette, more than 2,500 children at the Montreal Children's Hospital have been put aside on the priority list. 

The numbers come after a Montreal mother went public on social media on behalf of her son who had his scheduled operation cancelled at the last minute.

 
This is the third time the boys surgery has been rescheduled due to a lack of ICU beds.
 
Critics say there is lack of funds to support and staff the Intensive Care Units of every pediatric hospital in Quebec.

The provincial government has committed to austerity cuts of up to 21 million dollars for health care.

 
 
 
NATIONAL
by Catlin Spencer
 
 
 
As the Federal electoral campaigns kicked off Sunday, a call to end Stephen Harpers Conservative government was made by the opposition.
 
According to the Huffington Post, the Liberal premier of Ontario, Kathleen Wynne says Canada needs a new approach from a new prime minister.
 
Wynne criticized Harper of working against provinces instead of with them, as well as funding non-priority infrastructure projects.
 
She says that both federal and provincial governments must work together for the country to be at it's best.
 
At the moment, Wynne says she is working to elect Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, who seems to be set towards such a goal with the provinces, according to her.
 

The federal elections will take place October 19th.

INTERNATIONAL
by Patricia Petit Liang

Temperatures in Iranian city of Bandar Mashahr reached a high of 46 C on Friday but felt more like 73 because of the humidity.

According to CBC News, the heat wave has also reached Iraq, with temperatures as high as 52 C causing the Iraqi government to implement a mandatory holiday.

Citizens were warned to stay out of the sun and to stay hydrated in order to avoid the dangers of heatstroke.

Recent cuts to electricity and water in countries with conflict, like Iraq, have made it harder for many to beat the heat.

Monday August 3rd 2015

August 3 2015 //

Hosted by Danny Aubry

Stories by Saturn de Los Angeles, Catlin Spencer & Patricia Petit Liang

Produced by Catlin Spencer

July 31rst, 2015

July 31 2015 //

Hosted by: Julian McKenzie

Stories by: Emeline Vidal, Catlin Spencer, Patricia Petit-Liang

Produced by: Emeline Vidal

News for July 31st, 2015

July 31 2015 //

After a heatwave struck the city last week, Projet Montreal calls for stricter rules surrounding caleche horses in Old Montreal.

Currently, horses that pull carriages in Montreal are not allowed to work when the temperature exceeds 30 degrees.

According to CBC news, horses could be seen working throughout the day on Wednesday, when temperatures could reach 40 degrees with humidex.

The opposition party is calling for immediate action from Montreal executive committee.

Although such action has been called for in the past, no changes have been implemented..
 

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While the general elections are poised to start October 19th, some speculate that Prime Minister Stephen Harper will begin the election campaign on Sunday.

According to Reuters, Conservative sources have said that Harper is likely to start the campaign in the first week of August.

Such a move would indicate that unofficial campaigning would begin as well - benefiting the Conservatives since they have more campaign funding than other parties.

If the Prime Minister does begin campaigning as early as this Sunday, it would mark the beginning of the longest electoral campaign in Canadian history.

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Yishai Schlissel, an ultra-Orthodox Jew, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after stabbing six people at Jerusalem’s Gay Pride Parade.

According to BBC News, Schlissel had also stabbed three people at the parade in 2005. Israeli Prime Minister Bejamin Netanyahu and President Reuven Rivlin have both expressed their disapproval towards Schlissel’s actions and have called the stabbing a “hate crime”.

Two of the six people who were stabbed at this year’s parade have been seriously wounded, and it is unknown if they will ever recover from the incident.

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