Finding common ground despite religious differences
Throughout history, religion has driven conflicts, from the crusades in medieval Europe to the Rohingya crisis in modern-day Myanmar. According to the United States Institute…
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Bon Cop, Bad Cop unites Ontarians and Quebecers
Quebec and the rest of Canada have been at odds for many years over issues such as Quebec separatism and perceived encroachment by Canada on…
Fire Weather sparks discussion on wildfires and climate
In May 2016, a system of wildfires broke out in Northern Alberta and ravaged the city of Fort McMurray, and in just one afternoon, around…
From terrifying turnips to Picasso on pumpkins
In North America, it is not unusual to see porches and doorsteps decorated with carved pumpkins, also known as jack-o’-lanterns, as Halloween approaches. However, with…
School of art gallery presents dynamic figure paintings
This fall, the U of M’s School of Art Gallery is showcasing the work of Sheila Butler, an American Canadian painter whose work explores themes…
Symphony orchestra presents Along the River Elbe
The Elbe river runs from the Czech Republic to Northern Germany, connecting major cities such as Berlin and Prague, and is one of Europe’s most…
Come From Away continues to instill hope despite dark times
9 /11 is one of the most devastating terrorist attacks to have ever happened in human history, according to the Pew Research Center. On Sept. 11,…
When Cree music meets orchestral jazz
It is exciting to find crossovers between different musical genres. For instance, the fast electric guitar runs in heavy metal are like modern derivations of…
What is your Roman Empire?
Last year, a social media trend emerged where TikTok users asked their boyfriends and husbands how often they thought about the Roman Empire. To their…
The art, science and magic of pinhole photography
Many of us grew up in the era of digital photography, and taking a photo usually means pulling out a camera or smartphone and pressing…