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Canada and Denmark using Google as Battleground

Posted by Zonk on from the fighting-for-mindspace dept.

TedRiot writes "Canada and Denmark are fighting over Hans Island using Google as battleground. A quick search of 'hans island' revealed a paid advertisement with the banner headline: 'Hans Island is Greenland. Greenland natives have used the island for centuries.' The ad was linked to the Danish government's foreign affairs web page with the letter condemning Graham's visit. Toronto resident Rick Broadhead placed a Google ad and said the Canadian government needs to get with the times." Reuters has coverage as well.

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  1. Why worry? by jrockway · · Score: -1, Redundant

    I like the ad that comes up now:

    Hans Island - Dispute
    Why Worry about Hans Island When
    What you need is an Ergonomic Chair
    www.ergo4me.com

    Absolutely beautiful marketing.

    I think I might actually click through!

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  2. The Danes send an ice-breaking frigate by craXORjack · · Score: 0, Redundant
    "There is speculation the Danes will once again send an ice-breaking frigate to the island. But how is Canada prepared to match this show of muscle?" Gordon O'Connor said in a statement.

    In response, Canada sends its most powerful warship...

    What! Canada has a warship?

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