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Low oil prices hurt everyone

Because of the talk surrounding the price of oil hurting Fort McMurray’s economy—and the rest of Alberta as a whole—I decided to get a first-hand perspective. I recently talked with…

Man realizes childhood dream of becoming fire engine

Jeremy Trutch, 37, recently gave up his career as a financial planner to become a full-time fire truck. “It’s a dream come true,” Trutch said.

A-List: 5 ways to beat end of term stress

Don’t sleep Sleeping takes valuable time away from looking over your notes. You can sleep when you are dead, which will probably be after you are done your exams. Plan…

Don’t play the name game

So I forgot your name. Is it really that big of a deal? I mean the first time we met at Jackie’s party—let’s face it—we were both drunk. I’m surprised…

The 10 best mustaches in history

Note: This list adheres to a strict “No Dictators” policy It is that time of year again where a ton of guys in your classes start to look like they…

$5 million renos to compensate for smartphone use in washrooms

HUMOUR—After years of increasing line-ups for washrooms all over campus, UVic has announced plans to double the number of washroom stalls available in every building. In a highly anticipated news…

A-list: 5 ways to use old Halloween decorations

Now that the Halloween season is over, most would throw away or pack up their Halloween decorations.

Zombie support group

“Humans seem to forget that zombies are people too, we’re just undead.

Actual death at murder mystery party

HUMOUR — Victoria Police arrived on scene to a Gordon Head house late last night, after receiving complaints about a public disturbance from the neighbours. Police entered the basement suite…

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