Count Dracula has been played by many actors, from Bela Lugosi to my favourite, Christopher Lee. In new film “Renfield,” the legendary Nicolas Cage plays this infamous Prince of Darkness and he slays the role like Buffy would do to him. It is perhaps my new favourite...
The marginalizing nature of “making the first move”
Many cultures expect the man to take the first step in a relationship. This is based on traditions that have existed since ancient times. But these ideologies have grown harmful in the modern era. It isn’t just misogynistic but creates a heteronormative atmosphere...
Why you need to listen to your body, from a sub-par athlete forced to retire
One thing about me is that my bones and joints are reminiscent of a senior citizen. The first thing most people say to me in response is, “You can’t say that, you’re only 23!” Usually my answer involves how I have terrible balance and an extensive history of injuries...
Hare today, gone tomorrow: Egg-cellent and egg-ceptionally bad easter treats
There exists a wide variety of Easter chocolate, from hollowed-out chocolate bunnies–one of the greatest scams to children in history–to egg-shaped chocolate. Armed with my debit card, I went to Kingsway Mall to get as much Easter chocolate as possible to taste it. I...
A new epic fantasy: “Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves”
One of the best things a fantasy epic can do is get an audience invested in the world that’s put in front of them. Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves gives you a small, yet tantalizing, taste of the world of Faerun. And I’m saying this as somebody who didn’t...
April Shuffle: Success with disabilities
Just because you have a disability doesn’t mean you can’t succeed. In fact, sometimes they’ll help you go above and beyond expectations. Listen to the full playlist on the Nugget's spotify. "Kali 47 (Original Mix)" by Savant Better known as Savant, Aleksander Vinter...
Not fearing the reaper
Like many in my generation, I’ve come to acknowledge death rather than fear it. Many aspects of the modern age brought it to the forefront of our minds. News is more accessible than ever, so we see a mass amount of deaths openly discussed daily. We also indirectly...
Are people scared of dying?
As the absolute height of the unknown, death is undoubtedly the reason for some people's fear. Even though it is a natural process of life, many individuals become hostages to it, fearing everything related to death. “I feel sorry for dying, not afraid of it,”...
Why you should continue to listen to Rhianna even after the Super Bowl
It is very typical to indulge in a Super Bowl halftime performer's music for a few days after the big day, but when it comes to Rihanna, those few days should be dragged on for eternity. Her timeless music, from slow ballads all the way to pure party mania, should be...
Should politicians be able to block people on Twitter?
A 2019 study suggests social media has a positive effect on relations between politicians and their citizens. The study states that social media “encourages political participation of citizens.” We’re more interconnected than ever now. As such, our relationship with...