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This is terrifying. Having lived there for a few years myself, I’m glad I got out when I did.
Some 165 closed-circuit TV cameras soon will provide live, round-the-clock scrutiny of nearly every street, park and other public space used by the 55,000 residents and the town’s many tourists. That’s more outdoor cameras than are used [...]

Welcome to 2009.  It’s a landmark occassion- this is the last year you’ll be able to wear your goofy New Year’s numeral shades. Sorry kids, I know you’re as heartbroken as I am.