Progress. What would the world be like without it? A static society is likely impossible, but an examination of Canadian politics and the idea is a little too close to reality. Small things do change, like the Liberal Party (read: the only appealing party across the country and shoe-in for the next federal election) which… Continue reading Complacent Martin wrong man for Canada
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Race for Prime Minister already over?
Will Paul Martin be the next Prime Minister? Most Calgary news journals and programs would have you believe as much. Why bother inform the public of John Manley’s platform, or of the fast approaching PC leadership competition? Does anyone actually care to read about candidates that have no bearing on the country’s fate? February’s Liberal… Continue reading Race for Prime Minister already over?
A few of many places for summer regalement and relaxation
Summer is definitely the best time of year in Calgary. No, you can’t ski and yes, the Den is dead every night of the week, but once the freak May blizzards stop and the snow melts, the town transforms. Never ending prairie sunshine hits the city with enough intensity to make even the pavement sweat… Continue reading A few of many places for summer regalement and relaxation
Harvey’s world
Once upon a time, Canadians were very fond of wine and gardens. However, one national leader came very close to destroying the country. This is how it all happened:Young, and sporting a hockey jersey on his days off, he looked like the kind of guy you would want running the country; he was one of… Continue reading Harvey’s world
Screwed!
Items periodically go missing when people steal on campus. In January, 392 thefts occurred at U of C. Apparently the University of Alberta has a similar problem; on Sun., Feb. 23, the Dinos men’s basketball team was robbed of a victory.Last weekend the Dinos played their final playoff games of the year against the U… Continue reading Screwed!
One and one
Last weekend the Dinos men’s basketball team played two disappointing games against the University of Victoria Vikes despite winning one of them.“We’re really excited for the playoffs,” said guard John Riad. “But our focus just wasn’t there.”From the stands, the lack of focus was the least of the Dinos’ problems. Shooting was poor, turnovers were… Continue reading One and one
Dinos give Spartans a spanking
Amidst the roar of excited fans Saturday night, the Dinos men’s basketball team clinched a playoff spot and home court advantage in the first round of playoffs. Winning both weekend match-ups with the Trinity Western Spartans, it was the second consecutive weekend the Dinos were victorious over a top ten seeded team, although Calgary still… Continue reading Dinos give Spartans a spanking
The Wright choice: second-year phenom leads Dinos to best season in years
It’s no surprise that Dinos basketball forward Chris Wright was named Canada West Male Athlete of the Week after scoring 50 points against the University of Regina Cougars last weekend. According to Sports Information Director Jack Neumann, it’s rare for coaches to nominate their players for this recognition, but Wright’s outstanding performance against the ninth-ranked… Continue reading The Wright choice: second-year phenom leads Dinos to best season in years
Do SUVs fuel terrorism?
According to an American protest group, driving an SUV fuels terrorism. Gas profits incurred by corrupt oil companies in the Middle East are used to blow up buildings, build secret weapons of mass destruction and pay Osama Bin Laden’s utility bills. SUVs consume more gas than most vehicles, therefore SUV drivers are mutually responsible for… Continue reading Do SUVs fuel terrorism?
You can’t win ‘em all
Mick Jagger said “you can’t always get what you want,” which proved to be all too true for the Dinos men’s basketball team in Lethbridge last Friday night. The Dinos lagged behind the U of L Pronghorns by 21 points until a thrilling fourth quarter comeback brought the score to within a single point of… Continue reading You can’t win ‘em all