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Bullets are so 19th-century, and missiles went out of style with skinny ties and leather pants. It’s the 21st century people, and some of us…
Exoplanets, wobbles and spectrum analysis, OH my!
Are we alone in the universe? This question has probably been pondered since humans first realized that each of the bright twinkling dots in the…
Anti-spam bill could protect Canadians by end of year
OTTAWA (CUP) — Canadians could very soon enjoy better protection when it comes to unwanted spam filling their email inboxes. Bill C-27, the Electronic Commerce…
World W.I.S.E. provides students with international opportunities
This past week, the World W.I.S.E. Resource Centre held its ninth annual World Opportunities Week (W.O.W.) to promote working, interning, volunteering and studying abroad. The…
Flanagan speaks
Dr. Tom Flanagan, a political scientist, best-known as one of Stephen Harper’s top campaign advisors, gave two lectures at the U of M that were…
Fines help libraries rake in extra cash
University librarians across Canada agree that enforcing late fees for overdue library loans is necessary in order to get their materials back and maximize the…
Neutral Internet vital to innovation
HALIFAX (CUP) — It is absolutely critical that Canadians get behind open and neutral networks that don’t place restrictions on content, access or speed, according…
Seventh annual Sol Kannee lecturer advocates peace, co-existence
The Seventh Annual Sol Kanee lecture on Peace and Justice, held at the University of Manitoba on Nov. 2, was presented by Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish,…
Bison Cheerleaders’ most succesful year could be their last
Despite having their most successful year to date, this may be the last semester that the Bison cheerleaders ever compete. As soon as official confirmation…