On May 9th, at the behest of our university’s leadership, police forcibly cleared a pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus. They used tear gas and police batons, and a traumatic scene unfolded. Local news, first-person reports and the Students' Union reported that protesters were injured, and the
Many Canadians blame immigrants for our job market problems, but recent research tells a different story. The real problem lies in how we fail to use immigrant talent effectively. Data shows that our assumptions about immigration's impact on employment are often misguided. Canada desperately needs more houses built,
The tragic death of Eyare, a two-year-old western lowland gorilla at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, continues to raise questions about the ethical implications of keeping animals in captivity, two months after an official investigation confirmed the incident was caused by human error. The November accident, where a
The "spare the rod and spoil the child" narrative from the Bible significantly influences societal mental health issues, more than is often acknowledged. When interpreted extremely, as many parents do, it suggests that children need aggressive discipline to avoid becoming societal problems. However, what happens when these children
The fall semester has brought a wave of positive change to the Taylor Family Digital Library (TFDL) at the University of Calgary, marked by the successful introduction of access turnstiles requiring students to scan their Unicard to enter. While some may have viewed this transition as an inconvenience, it has
There is an inexplicable magic about the Christmas season—a celebration of sentimentality, a nostalgic reminder of childhood joy and the making of memories. While not everyone may participate in the Christmas lights, foods, decorations and pop culture references, most are guilty of enjoying them. These traditions comprise modern ideas
What happens when the digital lifeline of a generation faces a political crossroads? The Trudeau government has recently decided to shut down TikTok’s operations in Canada, citing national security concerns related to its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. However, unlike other countries, Canada has not blocked access to the app,
If you have passed by the tables in Science Theatres or Science B this semester, you may have noticed a certain club making its presence known. Adorned with yellow tablecloths, offering a wide selection of literature and merchandise and flanked by flashy banners sporting anti-taxation slogans, Students for Liberty
The reality TV phenomenon has existed for decades, but its cultural landscape experienced a notable shift with Kim Kardashian and her show, Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Initially, audiences were captivated by the shocking Ray J sex scandal, enticing viewers to "keep up" with Kardashian's life.
As the 2025 Canadian federal elections approach, politicians are busy making promises to convince not only their voter base but also undecided voters that their party is the best choice to lead the country. One such candidate is Pierre Poilievre, the new Leader of the Opposition, who took over after
