Argentinian farmers suing Monsanto for 'poisoning'

Monsanto is once again in the news. This time they and other corporations are being sued for 'knowingly poisoning farmers' in Argentina.

Farmers from Argentina have claimed that agri-giant Monsanto, together with Philip Morris and other U.S. tobacco companies, asked them to use chemicals on their crops. Said chemicals have allegedly caused "devastating birth defects".

The farmers state that the corporations were aware of the implications, but failed to sufficiently warn farmers.

The corporations thus were driven "by a desire for unwarranted economic gain and profit".... read full article.

'Walking Gallery' — An artistic breath of fresh air in Spain

Spanish artists can now regularly be seen walking on the streets and beaches displaying their art. Why wait in a gallery for people to come and see your work, when you can take it to the people? No more walls!

Walking Gallery is run under the direction of Spanish artist José Puig, and presents another brand new route through the city of Barcelona, with a great number of participating artists displaying high quality work.

Other cities are also getting into the action, including Madrid, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Zaragoza and Vigo in Spain, and also Buenos Aires in Argentina.

Their mantra? "NO MORE WALLS!" ... Read full article