You HAVE to Play Sifu By: Matthew Smith Welcome back to “You HAVE to Play This,” the blog where I talk about a video game you HAVE to play each week. This week I’m talking about the 2021 release of the game Sifu. If you’re a fan of video games, there’s no doubt that you’ve
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How to Clean YOUR Sneakers
How to Clean YOUR Sneakers By: Nikash Ganguli Sneakers have transcended their initial athletic purpose to become cultural icons within the fashion and streetwear realms. Brands like Jordan, Yeezy, and Nike have released models that are not just footwear but investments and collector’s items. Taking care of your sneakers ensures they last longer, look better,
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The Box in Dark Silence By: Lana Semakova Near the end of the forest, I stumbled upon a rock passageway that was tilted in a way that I could tell was leading deep underground. I wandered down this tunnel, downwards, downwards into a slim cave-like hallway. All that I could hear were water drops coming
Continue readingRevisiting “Titanic Rising” by Weyes Blood – 5 Years Later
Revisiting “Titanic Rising” by Weyes Blood – 5 Years Later By: Siya Vallabh Overall Rating: 10/10 On April 5th, 2019, Natalie Mering released her fourth studio album under the Weyes Blood moniker, the first Weyes Blood album I ever listened to and remains one of my favourite albums of all time. The title of this
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3 Takeaways as Canada Defeat Trinidad 2-0, Qualify for Copa America By: Adam Iannetta It wasn’t straightforward, but Canada got the job done. Trinidad and Tobago, ranked 96th in the world coming into the game, were supposed to be no match for a Canadian attack that featured the firepower of Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David, Cyle
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Quebec vs. the World: Canada’s Sovereign Film Industry By: Max von Schilling Although it’s easy to fall into the fruitless trap of recognizing the success of a filmmaker solely through their awards, there’s a reason for it. The awards industry is so large because the ability to say “Academy-Award Winner” next to a film brings
Continue readingDIVING INTO 5 OF TRAVIS SCOTT’S MANY NIKE SIGNATURE SNEAKERS
DIVING INTO 5 OF TRAVIS SCOTT’S MANY NIKE SIGNATURE SNEAKERS By: Nikash Ganguli In the vast universe of sneaker culture, Travis Scott’s collaborations with Jordan Brand have carved an indelible mark, blending his unique aesthetic vision with iconic sneaker silhouettes. Here, we delve into five of the most celebrated Travis Scott x Nike collaborations, each
Continue readingAlbum Review: Bright Future by Adrianne Lenker
Album Review: Bright Future by Adrianne Lenker By: Siya Vallabh Overall Rating: 8.5/10 The cover of Adrianne Lenker’s Bright Future features a slightly off-center, out-of-focus photograph of the singer-songwriter wearing a cowboy hat and I don’t think there’s a better representation of the album than that image. My first introduction to Lenker was her work
Continue readingHealthy Eating on Campus: The Importance of Making Nutritious Choices as a Student
Healthy Eating on Campus: The Importance of Making Nutritious Choices as a Student By: Amanda Banks With the limited time a university student has, prioritizing nutritious meals is not always at the top of our minds. It’s easy to grab food at any of the convenient fast food options surrounding our campus, but that could
Continue readingYou HAVE to Play God of War Ragnarok
You HAVE to Play God of War Ragnarok By: Matthew Smith Welcome back to “You HAVE to Play This,” the blog where I talk about a video game you HAVE to play each week. In the pantheon of video game sequels, few have been as eagerly anticipated as “God of War Ragnarök.” Building on the
Continue readingDO THE GRAMMYS CARE ABOUT HIP HOP?
DO THE GRAMMYS CARE ABOUT HIP HOP? By: Nikash Ganguli The Grammy Awards, heralded as music’s most prestigious accolades, have long been a symbol of peak achievement and recognition within the industry. However, their relationship with the hip-hop genre has been fraught with contention and debate. This conversation delves into the nuanced dynamics between the
Continue readingThe Thawing Kingdom
The Thawing Kingdom By: Lana Semakova The pastels of spring were beginning to spread across the forest as the patches of snow melted into streams. Nature’s orchestra simmered beneath the sound of my steps on fallen branches and leaves. I’d always loved this time of year. It prompts rediscovery. Winter tends to cover things and
Continue readingPressa Drops New Single “Get Back Up” – A Shift in Storytelling
Pressa Drops New Single “Get Back Up” – A Shift in Storytelling By Gregor Reynolds Toronto’s music scene has always been a cauldron of talent, and one artist who’s been making notable waves is Pressa. Hailing from the Driftwood neighborhood in Toronto, Pressa has been grinding for years, and he’s back with his latest release,
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