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Laser robots!

When you think of wireless power, your thoughts probably drift to giant Soviet-era towers — maybe the name Tesla comes up. Wirelessly transmitted power has…



A new domain?

The tree of life, the ingenious device used to visualize the evolution of the various taxa, is constantly undergoing changes and revisions. With new improvements…


Living on 10 litres a day

Early this year I watched a four-part special investigation conducted by the Winnipeg Free Press titled “No Running Water.” The footage, available on their website,…


UMSU holds AGM

The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) held their annual general meeting (AGM) on March 31 to discuss what UMSU has accomplished this year and…


International news briefs

Rutgers university gets flack for spending thousands on Snooki Rutgers university, located in New Jersey, is being criticized for spending $32,000 for a speaking appearance…


New minister of advanced education

On Monday, March 28, Erin Selby became the new minister for advanced education and literacy. “I’m excited and I’m honoured” Selby said of her new…




Local news briefs

MPI order to issue rebate Manitoba’s Public Utilities Board (PUB) has ordered Manitoba Public Insurance to issue a 45 per cent rebate cheque to customers…