The University of Calgary’s Students’ Union (SU) is holding their 2024 By-Elections from Oct. 8-10 to fill vacant Student Legislative Council (SLC) positions. Students will also be asked to vote on a referendum regarding the SU’s general fee structure this year. The SU’s general fee
Sept. 30 marks a significant date in Canada, Orange Shirt Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and reconciling the historical injustices inflicted upon Indigenous communities, particularly through the Indian Residential School system. This day encourages everyone to reflect on these historical traumas and take steps toward healing and reconciliation, notably
Canada, known for its multiculturalism, has attracted immigrants worldwide seeking better opportunities. Among these groups, Indian immigrants have significantly increased over the past decade, enriching the country's economic and cultural tapestry. However, this surge has also increased hostility fueled by economic anxieties and cultural misconceptions. Between 2013 and
X, formerly known as Twitter, continues to be one of the most unique social media platforms today. Though it has a smaller user base than YouTube or Facebook, X's unique approach to content has set it apart in the digital landscape. For years, X operated without major issues
Just a few years ago, The Big Bang Theory was the touchstone of pop culture. The tee shirts adorned with “Bazinga!” and “I’m not crazy, my mother had me tested” were crowing fashion statements. However, fast-forward a few years, and it seems like the show has significantly lost
Since the 1970s, climate change protests have evolved significantly. With the rise of social media, activists have developed new, sometimes radical methods to draw attention to environmental issues. Recently, a series of high-profile incidents involving the targeting of famous artworks has sparked debate about the effectiveness of such tactics.
When evaluating the effectiveness of book bans, we must consider the cognitive differences between children with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and those without. According to Emily Knox, an associate professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a book ban is censorship. Knox argues that the term 'banned&
Early campaigning, aggressive social media strategies and massive budgets are the norm in American political candidates. The United States is known for its especially long election cycle. Canada, however, is not. That might be changing. After three consecutive wins for the Liberal Party of Canada, the Official Opposition is growing
As the 2024 Calgary Stampede approaches, it finds itself at the centre of an intensifying debate over animal welfare in rodeo entertainment. The Stampede has been a cornerstone of Calgary's identity for over a century, drawing millions of visitors and generating substantial economic benefits. However, beneath the veneer
TLC's reality series My 600-lb Life treads a thin line between documentary and exploitation, chronicling the intense weight loss journeys of individuals battling severe obesity. While the show claims to offer participants a chance at a healthier life through the prospect of bariatric surgery under Dr. Younan
