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Burning down the barn

If Barn Burner were a lonely man describing himself on an Internet dating website, their interests would likely include huge riffs, beer bongs, Iron Maiden, and coming up with puns about getting high, while getting high. But in fact they're a local band whose first full-length album, Bangers, released this past summer, mixes elements of boogie-rock and stoner-metal, to create the perfect soundtrack for double-fisting cans of Alberta's Best with your buddies.

Students, faculty protest changes in university legislation

Opposition is mounting in Quebec to two bills proposed by the provincial government that would change the way universities are run in the province. Critics say the move, which will standardize university governance, will take control away from students and faculty, and give it to businesspeople and the provincial government.

Helping you get out and vote

Montrealers will vote in municipal elections on Nov. 1. This newspaper has already stated that students should feel obliged to participate in this process. In the coming weeks, we will feature interviews with political organizers of various ideological stripes to help Concordia students get a grasp of the issues and make an informed decision.

Stingers this month

Tuesday, Oct 06 8:00 pm Baseball vs. John Abbott College game moved to Springate Park Thursday, Oct 08 8:00 pm Women's Rugby @ McGill Friday, Oct 09 Men's Basketball Concordia Nike Tournament Friday, Oct 09 3:00 pm Women's Basketball vs.

Off the beaten path at POP Montreal

It's 6:00 p.m. on a Wednesday. The 24 is rolling down Sherbrooke, weaving in and out of traffic, bringing me closer to my destination, St-Laurent. I scan the bus looking for any semblance of a fellow passenger. Negative. Business types in suits holding briefcases are my only company.

10 years of dealing pot

The Marijuana Party of Canada's founder was on hand to help celebrate the 10th anniversary of medical marijuana distribution in Montreal. The past 10 years have been a bit of an uphill battle, Marc-Boris Saint-Maurice said. Medical marijuana is available to members of Montreal's Compassion Centre where the celebration, hosted by two original founders of the movement, took place last week.

The Harper government needs to respect the rights of citizens

Abousfian Abdelrazik, the Montrealer who was arrested in Sudan on terrorism charges and marooned there for several years, is embarking on a speaking tour to share his story. Sadly, stories like his are becoming the norm under Canada's current government. Since Stephen Harper took power, there have been at least five high profile cases in which the government has refused to repatriate a citizen trapped in another country.

Stingers slide in muddy match up VS Citadins

The Concordia Stingers men's soccer team lost in a close game against the UQAM Citadins with a final score of 1-0. Though this has not been a stellar season for the Stingers, it was clear from the start of the game that the undefeated UQAM team had met its match in Concordia.

Quebec, Ontario to take on Big Tobacco companies

Quebec is in line to become the fourth province to launch a lawsuit against tobacco companies in an attempt to recover health costs. Following in the footsteps of the Ontario government, Quebec Health Minister Yves Bolduc announced Monday the province's intention to take on cigarette manufacturers.

More and more people are affected by mental illnesses

Depression and other mental illnesses are increasing worldwide, but only 25 per cent of these affected are getting treatment. In 10 years, depression will be the second leading cause of death, according to the World Health Organization. According to Statistics Canada, nearly 30 per cent of young Quebecers are living with a lot of stress in their lives.

Ladies like lots of meaningless sex too

WATERLOO, Ont. (CUP) - Our generation of women has been brought up in the era of Ginger Spice's "Girl Power," Samantha Jones's fabulousness and Angelina Jolie's Billy-Bob-sex-in-the-limo-leather-pants-snake-tattoo days. These women have become icons in the eyes of the twenty-something girl for their ball-busting feminist attitude.