The news investigates Da Kine's owners, and a BC politician faces drug charges.

CBC, CKNW and CFRA call ins on Da Kine and whow Canadians feel about the coffee shop stlye of Vansterdam. Other concerned citizens pipe up, but the popular opinion is that marijuana should be legalized or at least decriminalized. Quotes from John Conroy And David Malmo-Levine.Thanks to Escapegoat.Audio Only

The biggest UK study of cannabis-based drugs has shown evidence for a long-term benefit in easing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/3644628.stm

An ingredient in marijuana may be useful for treating brain cancers, say Spanish researchers from Madrid. Chemicals called cannabinoids could starve tumours to death by halting the growth of blood vessels that feed it, the Complutense University team hope. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3561686.stm

More news footage on Da Kine - This time the focus is on how the business license was granted by the city and police? Smear campaign attacks Da Kine supporters, and US border guard smuggles kilos of pot through the border regularly!Thanks, Flash

Da Kine sparks this phone-in show about marijuana law proponents and opponents voice their views around Vancouver, guests include Prof. Neil Boyd, and as opposition to Da Kine community activist Eileen Mosca. Pot Tv's Chris Bennett calls in and gets Eileen to admit her main concern is merely location, not the relaity of Pot Cafes!.Audio Only

Da Kine, to opposition's dismay, is stll open and selling weed. Police say more investigations need to be made to make another raid, city officials cannot shut it down as all business requirements are being met.Flash thanks FranCouver

Da Kine Cafe ReviewDa Kine continues their kindness. Political prisoners Carol and staff released - sales & crowds continue to increase and cops threaten more busts.Comments from Rick Coleman, Libby Davies, Larry Campbell, Loren Mcleod, Inspector David Nelmes with the total amounts of money and drugs and community members who are mostly in favour of the cafe.Flash thanks ol grad pal Ray Gray for this comprehensive footage.

CTV - VANCOUVER — Officers in a convoy of about 30 vehicles surrounded a cafe accused of selling marijuana, securing surrounding alley ways and erecting barricades to keep back angry crowds. http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/1094786145074_90195345#

The news was all over this one - chopper footage, quotes from Mayor Larry Campbell, Vancouver Police spokesperson Constable Sarah Bloor, Rich Coleman, community members, David Malmo Levine, Lourn Mcleod, Ryan and Gary Trigg about this 6 person SWAT team style arrest with over 30 cruisers and 60 - 100 cops blocking off Commercial drive.Da Kine is open again today and smoking as usual - support this Vansterdam style business and stand up for this cause if you want Vancouver to stay green!Special thanks to Flash Gordon, Jill and Orion