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Tibetan sand mandala created at museum

Nothing stops traffic in Victoria like a group of Tibetan Buddhist monks from the Gaden Jangtse Tsawa Khangtsen monastery in India standing in the Inner Harbour.

Saanich man carves himself a niche with traditional art

Four artists were among the 14 recent inductees to the Order of British Columbia, including Saanich master carver Charles Elliott, who was recognized for his dedication to the revitalization of the millennia-old Coast Salish carving form.

CD Review | Coldplay

So, it’s cool to hate Coldplay now, because the New York Times said they sucked.
The New York Times is wrong.

The dusty foot philosopher makes tracks

Asked to describe his music, Canadian rapper K’naan is at a bit of a loss.

The course of true love for never did run smooth

When I broke the news to my parents that I was in love with a 400-year-old poet, they were thrilled. Others, however, didn’t see the attraction.

Say 'no' to Deuce Bigalow

An interview with 'European Gigolo' Rob Schneider.