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Toronto - The author of two controversial books about sex killers Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka has been charged with 94 offences related to publishing material covered by a publication ban, provincial police said Wednesday. The charges against Stephen Williams, 54, of Harriston, Ont., relate to material posted to his website and published in his books Invisible Darkness, and Karla - A Pact with the Devil. Det. Supt. Ross Bingley said Williams was charged Tuesday for violating laws meant to protect the identities of victims of crime, and the issue was not one of freedom of speech. Cornerbrook, Nfld. - The premier designate of Newfoundland and Labrador said Wednesday he'll order a full review of the province's books after taking power in several weeks. "Some of the initiatives of the new government will require early and swift action," said Danny Williams, whose Tories stormed to power in Tuesday's provincial election. Ottawa - The federal government is preparing to respond to provincial demands by enacting laws that would allow police to test drivers for drugs, according to a government document. Although it's illegal in Canada to drive while impaired by drugs or alcohol, there's no quick roadside test for drug use - unlike alcohol consumption, which can be measured on the spot by a breathalyser exam.
