More than 140 characters of laughs
Twitter king Rob Delaney delivers the laughs in candid autobiography “Mother. Wife. Sister. Human. Warrior. Falcon. Yardstick. Turban. Cabbage.” Rob... Read more.
Five tips from a U of O top chef
Photo courtesy of Marc-Antoine Boucher-Brier For one group of University of Ottawa students, MasterChef is more than just a fun TV show. Team leader... Read more.
Ballast from the past
A Malcolm Lowry book becomes hidden treasure Photo courtesy of Lara Mainville Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Malcolm Lowry’s book—long thought... Read more.
ALBUM REVIEW: TV on the Radio • Seeds | Interscope
Seeds is the fifth full-length release from Brooklyn indie-rock outfit TV on the Radio, and the first since the passing of former bassist Gerard Smith. While... Read more.
Pints with Ponyboy: Okanagan Springs Brewery | 1516
Where to find it: Laurier Social House After one sip of this beer I found myself reminiscing about the old country, along with simpler, gentler times. Even... Read more.
Movie you should have seen: It Happened One Night
Why it’s famous: Probably one of the most famous screwball comedies of its time, It Happened One Night established itself as the light, romantic comedy... Read more.
Green with organic envy
Ethical eating is the way to go these days—if you’ve got the money Photos by Jessica Eritou In a two-floor building lined with stained wood panelled... Read more.
Let’s talk it out
The University of Ottawa English Debating Society chats with the Fulcrum over their recent championship Photo by Jessica... Read more.
#FULCRUMFOODREVIEW: It’s really pho king good
Pho Bo Ga King takes the crown Photos by Maxime Lê By the iconic Somerset Street paifang arch-gates of Chinatown lies Pho Bo Ga King, a restaurant that... Read more.
Comfort food may not be so comforting after all
U of O professor on how to avoid being a junk food junkie when you’re stressed Photos by Menrika Christian, and Remi Yuan If you're looking for stress... Read more.
ALBUM REVIEW: Run the Jewels • Run the Jewels 2 | Mass Appeal
For rap enthusiasts, there is an overwhelming chance that you will not hear an album better than Run the Jewels 2 this year. Rapper Killer Mike and rapper... Read more.
East meets west at the bloc party
The sixth edition of the Eastern European Bloc Party partied all night long celebrating with music, food, and drinks! All photos by Marta... Read more.
Top five modern war films
Often hard to watch, but still a must-see list Pearl Harbor (2001) If you're expecting a full-blown, intricate war film, think again.... Read more.
Campus style: November edition
The Fulcrum curated some of the most stylish students on campus as they layer up for the cold weather Photos by Shanaya... Read more.
Analog romance in the digital age
Student teams up with award-winning artists for love-struck poetry reading Photo by Remi Yuan Remember the days before romance became mass-produced and... Read more.
Movie you should have seen: 12 Angry Men
Why it’s famous: The film resonates as a dynamic, compelling, and absorbing drama about 12 jurors deciding the fate of an alleged murderer. In addition,... Read more.
Ukraine Day celebrates country’s culture
Student club holds inaugural event to help others while educating Photo by Remi Yuan Ukrainian students at the University of Ottawa want to help out their... Read more.
War photography exhibit snaps its focus on victims
U of O hosts gallery with Swiss embassy and Canadian Red Cross Photo by Jessica Eritou There are two sides to every story. With the help of an... Read more.
Students host haunted house for Sandy Hill kids
New residence ‘bridging the gap’ with surrounding neighbourhood Photo by Marta Kierkus Children from Sandy Hill got a special treat when they visited... Read more.
Are you afraid to ride in the dark?
Bike Co-op builds on success of summer bike rave with spooky ride Photo by Rémi Yuan Like to bike? Like to party? this bike rave may just be your perfect... Read more.
Spend a night with the opera
Modern take on classic art gives new student club its voice Photo by Marta Kierkus University of Ottawa students that have an interest in opera now have a... Read more.
U of O students ramp up new festival
Indigenous people of the world celebrated in Ottawa Photo by Suzannah Vo Four University of Ottawa students have launched a new cultural event meant to... Read more.
ALBUM REVIEW: King Tuff • Black moon spell | Sub Pop
The eponymous 2012 debut from King Tuff really grabbed your attention just a few minutes in, but this year’s followup, Black Moon Spell, doesn’t leave the... Read more.
ALBUM REVIEW: Perfume Genius • TOO BRIGHT | Matador
The new effort from Mike Hadreas, a.k.a. Perfume Genius, provides more of the emotionally charged singles he has produced in the past, but this time with a... Read more.
Getting the royal treatment
One-time U of O music student’s band The Royal Streets hit it big Photo courtesy of The Royal Streets It’s not always easy telling your folks you want... Read more.