Lunar Eclipse
Written by: Alley Red We experienced a total lunar eclipse which turned the moon a blood-red on May 15th. If you didn't get to see it then you should definitely try to see the next one, which unfortunately won't be until March 14, 2025. If you looked outside that day, you most likely saw that it was raining for most of...
Jun 03, 2022
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On Disability and the Ability to Flourish
Written By: Aya Sakate When I first got my disability diagnosis, I felt like everything was at an end; like it was confirmation of my biggest fears. I was entirely useless. I would never contribute to society. I would never BE anything. I can't tell you exactly what drove that depressed and exhausted me to apply to Alg...
Jun 03, 2022
I Kissed Shara Wheeler Book Review
Written by: Alley Red New York Times bestselling author of Red, White and Royal Blue and One Last Stop Casey McQuiston's latest novel I Kissed Shara Wheeler lives up to the hype. Since 2020, McQuiston has released one book every spring, and all of them have been amazing. Her first two releases have reached high spots o...
Jun 03, 2022
Senators reportedly offer Brady Tkachuk a long term deal
Photo courtesy of Getty Images According to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun, the Ottawa Senators have offered Tkachuk an 8-year contract for a total of $64 million. Tkachuk is just 22 years old and the contract offer might come with a letter on his chest. Tkachuk would be the perfect captain for the young Sens and is ...
Sep 17, 2021
Ottawa Blackjacks Report - July 17th
Written by Zackaray Nadeau There's a lot to say about what happened during this game and why it was so special. It was a day that will be remembered in the Blackjacks franchise forever. It was the first time the team was able to play in front of fans, and the energy in the building went through the roof because of it. ...
Jul 19, 2021
Ottawa Blackjacks Report - July 13th
Written by Zackaray Nadeau After the Ottawa Blackjacks had a tremendous start in last night's game, The Guelph Nighthawks held out with their infamous defensive play and won after a close game. During a pre-game interview, the coach of the Nighthawks seemed way too calm for a team that was 0-4 at the time. During the g...
Jul 13, 2021
Inuit Leader Mary Simon Named First Indigenous Governor General
Written by Beth Fagan In a historic first, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Canada's first Indigenous Governor General on Tuesday. Mary Simon, an Inuit leader, and former Canadian diplomat will be the country's 30th Governor General. Born in the Nunavik region of northern Quebec, Simon has had a long career in t...
Jul 06, 2021
Nintendo Announces "Nintendo Switch (OLED Model)", Releasing October 8th
Written by Shawn Allen Nintendo announced on Tuesday morning that they will be releasing an updated model of their Nintendo Switch video game console. The update, called the Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) will have a number of improvements over the current model. First and foremost, the new model will feature a 7-inch OL...
Jul 06, 2021
Richard Donner, Director of "Superman" and "The Goonies", Dead At 91
Written by Shawn Allen Richard Donner, director of such films as 1978's Superman and 1985's The Goonies passed away on Monday at age 91. The prolific director got his start in television, directing episodes of The Twilight Zone and Gilligan's Island before transitioning to film full-time with 1976's The Omen. Donner is...
Jul 05, 2021
In Conversation: Rise Ashen of Silla and Rise Talks Healing, Bringing In A New Member, And Why He Calls Their Music "Alien Hip-Hop"
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ottawa DJ and producer Rise Ashen of the group Silla and Rise. The group combines Inuit throat singing and futuristic beats to create a unique and distinct sound. They recently received 2 nominations and 2 winds at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards, and while they're st...
Jun 21, 2021