Sun sets on Ramadan

By Mary Chan

With the sighting of the new moon either this Sunday or Monday, the Muslim holy month of Ramadan draws to a close for another year. Though not as prominent in North America as Christmas, Ramadan is one of two major religious holidays for Muslims during the year.“Ramadan is a month in the Islamic calendar in… Continue reading Sun sets on Ramadan

Hit to the pocket

By Brian Arkinstall

Classes have started for the winter, and with the trauma of paying thousands of dollars for tuition, fees and books, the average student may not have noticed that they are also paying more for food and beverages on campus.Over the Christmas break some food service outlets raised prices for some of their products, mainly baked… Continue reading Hit to the pocket

Dino lady cagers swept

By Paul Haavardsrud

Articles in this section have a long and dedicated history of searching for a silver lining while shamelessly ignoring the mass of dark storm clouds looming ominously on the horizon. For years dutiful writers have buried truth and objectivity in a sanguine pile of undeserved platitudes and blind optimism.No more. Plucky lyrics from days gone… Continue reading Dino lady cagers swept

It’s not my fault

By Corky Thatcher

You first. No, I insist. After you. Go ahead. I’ll go next.Carry on. Lead the way. I’m right behind you. Me and everyone else.One of the most popular gifts one can give after the holiday season is blame. Blame for why you’re not carrying out (or in some cases even bothering to put together) a… Continue reading It’s not my fault

Thin Flat Line

By Еvan Osentоn

If you’re going to see The Thin Red Line, don’t make the same mistake I did and expect something similar to Saving Private Ryan. The Thin Red Line simply cannot measure up to the movie that is likely to sweep the Oscars come March. Unfortunately, you probably don’t have much of a choice. As my… Continue reading Thin Flat Line

Laza experiments

By Еvan Osentоn

The Calgary music scene has earned a reputation as a sort of musical barnyard. Unrefined and stagnant attitudes stemming from a collective redneck bravado have long kept Calgary oV the musical map. At least one local band has their finger on the problem. "Everybody is hanging out in the suburbs; the [Calgary] sound is so… Continue reading Laza experiments

Oh yeah?

By Cheri Hanson

I’m sick of hearing about the evils of TV. When people say they never watch TV, it’s always with an air of superiority that implies their precious intellect would be tarnished by contact with that wonder of tubes, wires and satellite dishes. Well, I like to assume that people aren’t stupid. It’s wonderful to read,… Continue reading Oh yeah?