Author: Features Editor

Dear Di—Feb. 5

Dear Di, My penis has two holes. I’ve been more aware of it since I started masturbating, but since entering university, and getting some action other than... Read more.

Downloaders on notice

What you need to know about Canada's new anti-downloading laws, and why all Canadians should be concerned with how their privacy will be affected Image by... Read more.

Dear Di—Jan.29

Dear Di, My roommate’s best friend often comes out with us when we go out downtown, and unfortunately, every time this girl has come over we all want to... Read more.

Mindful matters

How the age-old practice of mindfulness can help cope with modern stresses Photo by Marta Kierkus It’s another difficult morning before that early Friday... Read more.

Life after exams

Tips for making a smooth transition into your post-finals life Photo by Marta Kierkus Exercise and winter sports Embrace the season. Play a game of... Read more.

Season of love

Why winter can be the warmest time of year Photo by Marta Kierkus It may seem like after all the presents have been unwrapped, the holiday music has... Read more.

Bizarre holiday traditions

  Clementines, boyfriends, and a golden pig... there's no formula for tradition My family puts clementines in the bottoms of our stockings, which is... Read more.

The best things in life are cold

There’s a lot more to the winter than blizzards and frostbite Photo by Marta Kierkus BeaverTails and hot chocolate Although you could technically enjoy... Read more.

Winter in the capital

  Three seasonal offerings exclusive to Ottawa Photo by Marta Kierkus Skate on the world’s largest outdoor skating rink Whether you’re skating... Read more.

You’re studying all wrong

It's study season and you're holed up in the library for hours with a pile of books and an even bigger pile of energy drinks. Turns out, you're wasting your... Read more.

Johnny Basketball

Johnny Berhanemeskel once found himself fighting for a spot on the Gee-Gees practice squad. Now he's the leader of a top team vying for a national... Read more.

Bleeding ink

Newspapers may not exist in 5 years—that’s how dire the current situation is for print media in Canada and the United States. Last year, the New York... Read more.

Travel on a budget

Photo by Adriana Sgabellone Travelling as a student can seem impossible. With limited free time and cash, warm sun and wide beaches may not be doable anytime... Read more.

Four Canadian travel escapes

  You don't have to leave the country to experience something new Photo by Maxine Quenneville   Penticton, B.C. I spent three months in... Read more.

Hostel survival guide

Hostel living conditions Many young people consider living out of a backpack in foreign countries a dream, even a rite of passage. Country to country, hostel... Read more.

Invisible professors

Canadian universities are experiencing rapid growth in the number of contract professors teaching undergraduate classes, a pattern that may have damaging... Read more.

Dear Di — Oct. 23

Dear Di, During a hot hookup last week, I was being fingered when the guy I was hooking up with commented on how small my clit was. Isn’t that one of those... Read more.

The zombie in all of us

After becoming one of the undead for the Zombie Run for Humanity, Kyle Darbyson explores our culture's fascination with the brainless biters. When I woke up... Read more.

Downtown Desserts

Where to satisfy your sweet tooth in the city Oh So Good Desserts and Coffee House, 25 York St.  Price: $$$ This delightful little... Read more.

The University of Shawarma

Finding shawarma in the city Photos by Jesse Colautti Shawarma is a food as synonymous with Ottawa as beaver tails and poutine. This Middle Eastern fast... Read more.

Reinventing the Meal

Simple new takes on two familiar favourites There’s a reason most meals become popular: they’re good. But if the onslaught of gourmet burger restaurants... Read more.