health


Multiple sclerosis research at the U of M

According to Emma Frost, a professional associate in the University of Manitoba’s faculty of pharmacy, multiple sclerosis (MS) is a regionalized disease. “We are advocating…


Supercharge your studying

As the new school year begins and many of us are undoubtedly considering a plethora of semi-legal options to improve our studying, consider first these…


Travel-logging

It’s a man’s last refuge!” barked a stocky, middle-aged man to me as we sat on the outdoor patio of a pub in Brisbane, Australia….


Zoological investigations

I hereby nominate the African crested rat, Lophiomys imhausi, for entry into the Most Badass Mammals in the World Hall of Fame. Here’s why: when…


Man gets new windpipe

Sooner rather than later you may be able to forget about the troubles of waiting for an organ donor, instead, you will be able to…


We are spoiled

You may not realize this but if you are a fan of comedy, especially comedy on television, you are being spoiled right now. Across the…


Cycling is a way of life

I am one of the 34 Winnipeggers optimistic enough to rely on the bicycle as a mode of transportation. I cycle to work probably four…


fixie mantra

My first bike was a sweet blue BMX with yellow wheels, and it was the epitome of simplicity: two wheels, one speed and coaster brakes….