Politics in the classroom
Growing up in Zimbabwe, public political discussions were rarely authentic. From a young age, I knew that criticizing the government in any way was dangerous,…
social issues
OCD isn’t just quirky
There are a lot of misconceptions about obsessive-compulsive disorder, which is commonly shortened to OCD. Just because you like to clean does not necessarily mean…
Let’s talk about sex
At first glance, it might seem like society has grown quieter about sex, retreating into a prudish shell. But look closer, and you’ll notice it…
The common good
Today, I am going to tell you a well-known secret that should not be a surprise. Despite all the false narratives mainstream media and social…
A year in review
Throughout the year we’ve covered difficult topics in the Manitoban’s comment section. Inflation, food insecurity, corporate greed, Donald Trump’s re-election, global conflict and many other…
Rainbow Resource Centre builds Place of Pride
A while ago, Rainbow Resource Centre in Winnipeg unveiled its latest project, Place of Pride — a campus designed to provide 2SLGBTQ+ individuals with access to…
Left in the dark
I am sure most U of M students are aware of the incident that occurred on Nov. 19. The Winnipeg Police Service issued an emergency…
Scurvy’s return
Earlier this November, a community in Northern Saskatchewan had 27 residents diagnosed with scurvy. Scurvy is caused by a severe lack of vitamin C. It…
I am your equal
I am sorry. To all the women and girls who woke up to see Donald Trump had won the 2024 U.S. election. America has once again…
Getting enough sleep is not optional
The world we live in seems busier than ever. Most people feel like there is always so much to do and rarely ever any time…