The topic of the death penalty is both dark and controversial. While I’m personally against it and I know many others who agree with me, I’ve also seen a few people argue in its favour. We’ll discuss the morality behind the death penalty later. But first, I want to...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Oscars started as a live show for the Hollywood elite in 1929. They wouldn’t broadcast through the radio until 1930. The 1934 broadcast included the “Best Film Editing” category. The category would be a part of the broadcast for 87 years until 2021. I'm among the...
There are few things I find more terrifying than having a confrontation at the dinner table. It sounds silly, especially being someone who grew up with internet strangers hurling debates at each other like a bad game of hot potato. Yet that doesn’t make sharing...
Whether you grew up with genres like fantasy and science-fiction or you're just getting into them, chances are you've imagined creating a world of your own. While it can seem daunting at first, world-building is rewarding and fun if you work at it. Why world-building?...
Whether it’s a boyfriend, a dad, grandpa, great-grandpa or a friend, buying presents for men can be hard. Yet, every year at Christmas time, it’s the same battle: finding the perfect gift to buy for them that they are actually going to like. Consider your woes a thing...
When I was in my early 20s, I thought I had sophisticated and suave dating skills and that it was those damn dames that were the problem. I was so wrong! Reaching out to some experts and combining some advice of my own, I have some tips that can help you if you are...
