Opinions: Taking the law into their own hands
“If you want something done right, do it yourself.” This is an old saying that can be applied…
Giving the wrong kind of salute
Soccer players are the best actors. When they score a goal, it’s their cue to play up the…
A new pope could mean a facelift for the Vatican
The College of Cardinals is rushing to fill the vacant spot at the Vatican, left by Pope Benedict…
Over-combing frivolous lawsuits
Donald Trump may be ranked the 278 richest man in the world by Forbes, but he is not…
Weekly Mixtape: Valentine’s Day
It happens once a year. Shops and public places are draped in hues of pinks and reds. Chocolates…
Rape culture in our own backyard
Sparks are flying in India after the country was left in shock and disgust following the gang rape, brutal beating and subsequent death of a young Indian student.
Taking on 2013 with a vengeance
The clock struck midnight, the confetti polluted the streets, the fireworks popped and crackled, and now that the holidays are over you’re ready to turn your life around. Right?
Weekly Mixtape: Gettin’ jolly with it
‘Twas the month before Christmas, and all through the malls, the same old songs played, driving us up…
Summing up the highlights 2012
The year 2012 is coming to a close my dear friends, and what a year it’s been. From American politics to Montreal soccer, we’ve summed up some of the most interesting events of the past year here.
There’s plenty of barbershops in the sea
Terminal Barber Shop in Toronto recently found itself in the middle of a human rights dispute after the barbers refused to cut Faith McGregor’s hair back in June.
Embracing the manly whiskers
Movember is upon us, and men all over the country are concentrated on growing out their whiskers. Tiny handlebar moustaches adorn mugs, pens, and a whole slew of paraphernalia. It’s cool, it’s hip, and it’s meant to draw attention to men’s testicular and prostate health. According to Canadian Cancer Society, there were approximately 26,500 cases of prostate cancer in 2012 and 4,000 deaths caused by it.
My religion is better than yours
Oh Canada. Our country’s government is ready to cut the ribbon on a new $5 million federal office within the Department of Foreign Affairs, an Office of Religious Freedoms.