In a world where social media dominates our communication and self-identity, a concerning trend has emerged among teens: the rise of faked mental illnesses. What was once a rare phenomenon has snowballed into a digital epidemic fueled by platforms such as TikTok, where the desire for validation and connection
Did you know that over 90 per cent of post-secondary students have felt overwhelmed by stress at some point? It’s a startling reality, but one that the University of Calgary is tackling head-on through its renewed mental health strategy, ensuring that no student has to navigate these
In today's contentious social climate, the fat acceptance movement emerges as a controversial force, challenging norms and promoting body positivity. As someone who is obese, I appreciate its embrace of diversity, yet I can't ignore the tension between celebrating this diversity and the undeniable health risks
On the evening of March 12, 2024, darkness loomed, and a chill settled over the Franklin Atrium in Northeast Calgary. Inside, however, the atmosphere was anything but cold. Five hundred people packed the space, about the size of a school cafeteria, to launch Naheed Nenshi’s campaign for leadership of
The Calgary Cancer Centre (CCC), also called the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, finally opened to patients on Oct. 28. This impressive $1.4 billion building is now one of the largest comprehensive cancer centres in the world. While the grand opening spotlighted Danielle Smith, former Premier Rachel
It has been a rough decade for the arts. The English government has cut arts funding by about 50 per cent in the past five years. In the U.S., funding for the arts has become embroiled in ideological battles, shifting from an academic to a political issue. Here in
University graduates typically earn some of the highest incomes after completing their studies, but the financial return on a post-secondary education has declined in recent years. A recent analysis by The Royal Bank of Canada shows how graduate earnings have not kept up with the increasing cost of tuition.
Over the past year, Muslims at the University of Calgary have experienced a vast increase in targeted hate crimes and prejudice. On Oct. 10, 2023, President Ed McCauley released a statement to all students and staff, condemning terrorist attacks that occured in Israel on Oct. 7, 2024. The language in
Interest in witchcraft is on the rise, especially among young people on TikTok. For many, this is not just a passing curiosity. They are genuinely exploring new spiritual paths and seeking personal empowerment through these practices. Reflecting on history, witchcraft has always been a subject of contention. In ancient times,
Every four years or so, Canadians have the opportunity to select from a roster of candidates to decide who they want to lead the country. This process of free and fair elections is the cornerstone of our democracy. With the upcoming election slated for October 2025, recent polls and public
