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A Canadian effort to develop a drug to limit the brain damage caused by strokes has made an important step forward.

Made-for-TV Magical Mystery Tour, new documentary to be screened

Young Serena Montblanc sighed as the soothing reverie formed in her mind every time she drifted off to sleep. The repetitive dream felt as if Serena was strolling through a vast city floating merely on a large piece of cloud.

We'd been hiking for three days on what was supposed to have been an overnight trip. Our phones had died, and GPS didn't work out here anyway.

A black-tie gala promises to bring local fashion to the forefront, while raising funds for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation of sa国际传媒 and Yukon.

Victoria Writers Festival, Friday and Saturday at Camosun College. Festival pass $30; Workshops $20; Readings and panel $10/$8 available at Ivy's Bookstore, Munro's Books, Camosun Bookstore and Legends Comics. Details at victoriawritersfestival.

? Welcome to the Calendar listings. Theatre, dance, live music, nightspots and other performances appear in day-by-day listings, with family activities and ongoing exhibitions under "Attractions.

EXCURSIONS Rain or shine, Victoria will be coming into sharp focus on Saturday as shutterbugs of all skill levels hit the streets.

FOOD AND DRINK Don't go to this weekend's Art of the Cocktail if you like your drinks neat.

Dear doctors: What causes hemorrhoids? I have one that hangs out. I use hemorroidal cream to keep away the burning. I cannot find a doctor in my town who treats hemor-rhoids. What can I do? R.B.