Accepting that our extended summer has come to a halt—and that it is time to pack away our beautifully-coloured sundresses—is not easy. Instead of mourning the loss of sunshine, let’s embrace this typical Vancouver weather. Fall is here and that means new fun experimenting with layers, textures and styles. Welcome back booties, cozy infinity scarves,…
Any student at BCIT who uses transit has probably noticed the maddeningly long bus line-ups every Wednesday afternoon in front of the Burnaby campus. On these days, it is not unusual for a student to have to wait in line as two, three, or sometimes more buses pass before being able to board one. It…
Eating disorders may be a private hell for many: victims of disordered eating often find themselves unable to talk freely to potential support networks for fear of divulging their shameful secrets. The resulting isolation may entrench the cycle. That is why The Looking Glass Foundation for Eating Disorders is launching Chat.lookingglassbc.com, according to Karen Wall,…
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to slowly suffocate in space? After watching Mexican director Alfonso Cuarón’s near-perfect masterpiece, Gravity, you will have a visceral understanding of what it would be like to slowly lose oxygen 600 km above Earth. Where does one begin in describing a film of this magnitude? The…
MGMT – MGMT Columbia MGMT are in their comfort zone when they are making their fans feel uncomfortable. Consider a recent appearance on Letterman, in which the band played their new single “Your Life is a Lie.” Lead singer Andrew VanWyngarden bangs a giant cowbell bearing the word “BEWARE” throughout the song, singing mantra-like lyrics:…
IF THIS WEEK IS YOUR BIRTHDAY Your year has a lot of potential, But have you thought about adding some math? Because by dividing your time a bit better Your friendships will multiply fast. ARIES (March 21 – April 20) Aries, ram, you’re on fire: Confident, wild, and so-desired. But ram…
Literature lovers, comic connoisseurs, and other book buffs came out to WORD Vancouver at the end of September to check out some of the best work from Vancouver’s literary field. The festival has celebrated nineteen years of success, and usually brings bookworms from all over. However, a downpour on the first day put quite a…
Designers and style lovers from across the globe filled the Vancouver Chinese Cultural Centre for Vancouver Fashion Week this September, anticipating 2014 Spring/Summer trends. Last season, men’s fashion saw many prints, bold colours, and eccentric accessories with cross-body bags and retro sunglasses. Next year has a bit more edge. Inspired by early 90’s grunge (picture…
Matt Nathanson brought his pop-rock sound to the Commodore Ballroom last Sunday for the third stop of his Last Of The Great Pretenders tour. The 40-year-old singer-songwriter played for over two hours, proving the cliché that “some things only get better with age” to be true. Jack Johnson sound-alike Joshua Radin opened the show. He…
War Horse is a rare theatrical experience for culture buffs, blending traditional stage elements with modern puppetry to create a spellbinding show. It is one of the most captivating stage productions to ever visit Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Based on Michael Morpurgo’s 1982 novel of the same name and adapted for the stage by Nick…
ARIES (March 21 – April 20) Aries, if you feel like everyone’s giving you the cold shoulder, stop thinking so darn metaphorically! Everybody loves you! Just put on a sweater. You’ll see your shoulders, and your self-confidence, are fine. TAURUS (April 21 – May 21) Deciduo-ns, Deciduo-ns Taurus. Over the long summer, you might…
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