Zoological Investigations
The Puerto Rican parrot (Amazona vittata) is the only endemic parrot species in Puerto Rico. The Taino Indians referred to this parrot as higuaca or…
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Tenofovir troubles
Just weeks after research on tenofovir gel, a preventative HIV treatment for women, won a prize from the African Academy of Sciences — as reported…
Still working on it
After much contemplating and an abundance of hemming and hawing, I’ve determined that I’m confused. Let me explain: earlier this month the video game industry…
Saskatchewan’s HIV rates twice the national average
REGINA (CUP) — People in Saskatchewan have every reason to unite on Dec. 1 for World AIDS Day. According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health,…
Recommendations proposed to address reasonable accommodation
In an effort to address a number of concerns brought forward to Senate last year, an ad hoc committee has developed a number of recommendations…
Fact sheet: crime and punishment in Canada
Police reported crime In 2010, police reported overall crime in Canada reached its lowest level since 1970s, according to Statistics Canada; since 1999, police-reported violent…
Opposition remains strong against bill C-10
As the federal government’s bill C-10, aka the Safe Streets and Communities Act, is poised to make its way to the Senate, opposition of the…
Deborah Young leads indigenous achievement on campus
Deborah Young is the first executive lead for indigenous achievement at the University of Manitoba. The position, which Young started on July 4, was created…
University closes research station
The University of Manitoba has decided to close down a research site that has been around for almost 50 years. The Delta Marsh Field Station,…
New committee debates alcohol issues on campus
Despite having a new committee to discuss alcohol issues on campus, university administration and UMSU have yet to agree on certain issues concerning alcohol regulations….