Journalists and psychologists have started talking about FOMO as a new type of social disorder—a consequence of the social media age.
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A new study suggests Mother Teresa was far from a saint.
April 10 marks this year’s International Day of Pink, an event that encourages people all over the world to wear the colour pink and help spread the message of tolerance, diversity, and equality.
Not sure what to do this weekend in Ottawa? The Fulcrum’s got you covered with the weekend rundown. We’ll fill you in on the hottest restaurants, the coolest shows, and the exciting things going on around town so you can make the most out of your weekends.
Max Szyc | Fulcrum Staff A PROPERTY OWNER who is attempting to convert a Sandy Hill retirement home into rental apartments will likely go forward with construction following the approval of a proposed parking plan by city council’s planning committee. The retirement suites, located at the northeast corner of Friel Street and Laurier Avenue East …
Strange roads on the path to health Sarah Doan | Fulcrum Staff How far would you go in the name of nutrition? We’ve all heard of the grapefruit diet, Atkins, herbal cleanses, and numerous fitness programs—and tried them with varying levels of success. But have you ever heard of these more unorthodox methods of improving your health? Warning: some of these might leave you feeling a little squeamish. Maggot therapy As strange and unsettling as it is to find larvae atop the food in our homes during the summer, maggots have been found to provide a lot of health benefits to humans—especially for those who suffer from infected wounds and …
Why tonight? As a student, you have free admittance Thursdays between 5 and 8 p.m. While this freebie doesn’t include special exhibits, there’s more than enough to see in the general galleries. You can easily spend three hours browsing premier Canadian, contemporary, international, and indigenous artwork, photography, and prints.
Sometimes people just need a reminder to take a few moments to appreciate life around them. They’re moments to learn more about patience, compassion, and responsibility. Those moments can last a lifetime. And people—young people, especially—can learn a lot from individuals with developmental disabilities.
Nature enthusiasts, families, and campers can now get from Ottawa to their favourite parks using public transportation
Currently ranked in 28th place by the International Quidditch Association (IQA), the U of O squad is definitely a force to be reckoned with.
s, there are labs, papers, and midterms to slog through before the end of the term. But take a break, because March 17 is one day you won’t want to miss out on. St. Patty’s, one of the most cherished university holidays, invites students to express their appreciation of beer and all things green.
If you have a friend at Carleton University, the perfect incentive to visit them is to meet up at Carmen’s Veranda (1169 Bank St.).
We’ve got six weeks left until exams, and while hitting the books is imminent, make sure you take the time to check out some of the amazing events happening on campus and throughout the city. This weekend’s rundown will get you back into gear for the last half of the semester.
Don’t miss out! Cast those textbooks aside and take the opportunity to catch up on everything the city has to offer—after all, who really studies during reading week?
Not sure what to do this weekend in Ottawa? The Fulcrum’s got you covered with a weekend rundown. We’ll fill you in on the hottest restaurants, the coolest shows, and the exciting things going on around town so you can make the most out of your weekends
That peace was shattered when Windsor Salt factory workers invaded the Stepdons’ idyllic property at around six in the evening one Friday last November. The family barely had time to realize what was happening before they were all rounded up, taken to what one of the younger Stepdon children called “that scary grey building,” and smashed.
Midterms are fast approaching, and we could all use a break! Escape by watching A Royal Affair at the ByTowne Cinema at 4 p.m. It’s a costume drama that tells the true story of a physician who brought the Enlightenment’s values of reason over blind religion to Denmark in the 18th century. History comes to life on screen, plus there’s some bodice-ripping sex.
From roommates to classmates to my own mother, the vast majority of people I told about my vegan aspirations reacted with nothing but negativity.
IMAGINE BEING TOLD you must pack up your belongings and move to another country. You may not speak the language, know the customs, or have a single friend or family member there to guide you, but regardless of the circumstances, you’re going. For some people, leaving their home country is a welcome—and maybe even celebrated …
DURING THE STUDENT Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) elections Feb. 14–16, students at the U of O will be asked to respond to a referendum question on whether to accept the continuation of the U-Pass program at an increased price. A “No” campaign committee has been formed to encourage students to vote against …
Sewer maintenance costs may force tax hike OTTAWA—THE COST OF maintaining Ottawa’s water and sewer system is rising, and according to Peter Hume, city councillor for the Alta Vista ward, the city should carry out its $2.1-billion revitalization plan sooner. Many of the city’s pipes are over a century old, with recent breaks resulting in …
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WITH SO FEW games left in the season, both the men’s and women’s hockey teams suffered excruciating losses in their respective conferences over the weekend. The teams each saw defeats by McGill University, but the men’s team was given an opportunity to redeem themselves with a 4-1 win against crosstown rivals, the Carleton University Ravens. …
LAST WEEK, I strolled into Timothy’s on Laurier Avenue and confidently ordered a macchiato. “What exactly do you mean by that?” asked the barista, much to my surprise. Bewildered, I stammered some explanation of what Starbucks led me to believe a macchiato was. “No,” said the barista. “What you want is a latte.” If you’re …
