Puzzles are My Precious COVID Companion
SOMEWHERE IN TIME—It started out slowly, just like the virus. With some extra time at home, why not embrace an activity that takes patience and prolonged effort? I borrowed a…
Oddsmaker Sees Opportunity in Future Mass Shootings
LAS VEGAS—Are you feeling lucky? They lay your money down and roll the dice. Mass shootings in America have reached the big time and citizens can finally cash in. In…
Monopoly introduces Trump Administration edition
RHODE ISLAND, U.S.A.—Hasbro’s Gaming Division has introduced the latest Monopoly edition in recognition of the 45th President of the United States. “What better way to honor President Trump than with…
Prawn captures pawn in mall checkmate
WEST VANCOUVER—Park Royal Shopping Centre has launched a counter-attack on some of its regulars. The mall recently banned chess players from using space meant for food court patrons. “Not since…
Mince Alors!
FRANCE—Nigel Richards is a slight, nebbish New Zealander with a wizardly beard and glasses. Although his appearance is non-threatening, make no mistake. He will succeed in making all of us…
John Paul II sainthood in doubt after miracles challenged
VATICAN CITY—Pope Francis fielded questions today from a small crowd of mildly-annoyed protesters gathered in St. Peter’s Square. The group alleged that John Paul II's rush to sainthood, while arguably…
Criminals offended at Grand Theft Auto’s unrealistic expectations
Last week's launch of the latest version of Grand Theft Auto has prompted many pro-crime advocacy groups to come out and publicly boycott the game's unrealistic portrayal of felonious activities.