Contents

Muslims and Their Public Image. Some Muslims are tempted to hide their religion for fear that revealing it will put them in danger. by Alysha_X

Facebook & The Multitude of Online Global Communities. by Ashley Bell.

It's a Pirate's Life for Me. Will it be enough for the dominant media oligopolies to install speed bumps for peer-to-peer network traffic? by Chris Bowes.

Funk Carioca. The more you listen to Baile funk, the more you love it. by Chris Clark.

Surf and Save The Ocean Needs Your Help. Be More Eco-Smart! by Shawna Carrieres

Is New EU Media Regulation a Rightly Concerned or Overprotective Parent? by Janna Davies.

The Media in Turkey. The author argues that the media in Turkey, especially the press, may be less censored than the North American media. by Omur Ersahinoglu.

Losing Our Voices: The State of Journalism in the Americas. Without free and open reportage, we will lose our democracy. Marie-France Germain.

What Is This Jam In My Culture? Culture jamming inspired the author to seek knowledge on genetically modified food. by Chad S.Gillespie

Fair Trade? Almost Conscious. Conscious consumers should be willing to go the extra-mile to make sure their dollars are reaching the people who deserve it most. by Brad Goodwin.

One Medium, One Voice: Sirius Satellite and XM Radio Attempt to Merge. How should the FCC and CRTC address mergers which may severely limit diversity and competition in media industries? by Ryan Greenwood.

Our Universal Right to Water: A Looming Crisis Long live the glorious feeling of drinking straight from the source. by Hannah Henderson.

Are YouTube and I Forever? Can YouTube survive without its pirated roots? by Michael Hubbard

Too Many Parallels: Oaxaca Repression Part of a Global Neoliberal Agenda. The people of Oaxaca must rely on external media sources to plead their case to the world. by Jennifer Kirk.

The Internet should be restricted simply because it's so free... by Bill Milligan.

Global Warming Ready. Or so the media would have us believe...by Julie McManus.

The New Virus. A new virus has been released upon the public, and anyone with a connection is at risk. by Joey Chaos

Protecting Cultural Diversity: The UNESCO Convention. by Lisa Munroe.

Turkey's Engagement with Women's Rights. As a recognized leader in the Middle East, there is no question that Turkey can be a leader in championing women's rights throughout the region. by Ayse Ozturk

Victoria's Sewage Predicament Can't you smell it? Victoria's residents can...by Eric Page

9-11 & the War on Terrorism: United Support or Media Manipulation? by Ashley Paterson.

Censorship in Chinese Media. by Sarah Sadlemeyer.

National Security vs. Constitutional Rights. Are people's civil liberties becoming subject to corruption for the good of national security? by Paul Sargeant