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Send email from your Ubuntu LAMP server (the easy way)

The humble PHP mail() function is a handy friend to have. Whether sending yourself debugging messages from a test server, or implementing a quick-and-dirty contact form, I've always been able to rely on sending quick email messages from the server. At least, this is the normal experience on a …

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The Cosmopolites Book Review

Atossa Araxia Abrahamian
A human portrait of the opportunistic global passport racket. It could have been longer; I felt like the conclusion wrapped up too quickly.

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René: A Canadian in Search of a Country Book Review

Peter Desbarats
Dense with anecdotes and inside-baseball of the Quebec Separatist issue, but also translates well to the rest of Canadian Politics. The old boys' club is laid bare.

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Let's unpack this

One thing I love about Kitchener-Waterloo is the supportive community that has developed around open mics, house shows, and small-scale concerts. It takes a strong culture of togetherness for hosts to prepare a safe and welcoming venue. It takes dedication and a genuine interest in the art for …

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