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Reading Time: 2 minutesCAFÉ ALT IS having its “best year so far” and plans are in place to improve its catering service, according to Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) vp finance Dave Eaton.

Reading Time: 3 minutesDear Di, Someone was telling me the other day that it’s bad to have sex in the bathtub or pool. I knew that already, but what I didn’t know is apparently you can die from it. Is this true? I find it hard to believe, but if it is true… what a way to go. …

Reading Time: 2 minutesCanada won a grand total of 44 medals this year, placing second behind France in the medal count. Fifteen of the medals won by Canada were gold, three of which were won by U of O athletes.

Reading Time: 2 minutesWas Facebook at fault for using that photo without permission? The answer is a definite yes, and Facebook obviously realized this given their hasty response in taking it down. But the fault is not theirs alone.

Reading Time: 2 minutesPresently, the OPS has released a public service announcement on the subject of frexting that will circulate across Ottawa throughout the fall. The advertisement promotes the use of Bluetooth technology while parkouring. It is hoped that this method—entitled hands-free running—will reduce the number of parkouring-related collisions and make the sidewalks safe again.

Reading Time: 2 minutes“My family will always be grateful to this country and town for entrenching the beliefs of religious tolerance and multiculturalism into fundamental rights for citizens,” said Jaameh. “It’s too bad Quebec didn’t agree to do the same.”

Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s fall, which means it’s time to get ready to avoid the outdoors and start planning your television schedule. We can help you with that.

Reading Time: 3 minutesKeep up with the Gee-Gees during the Sept. 21 to 23 weekend with the Fulcrum’s Highlight Reel. This week we have two women’s soccer games, a men’s football game and a women’s rugby game.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUniversity of Ottawa student Lydia Talajic likes to make and model clothes that are funky, comfortable, and unique.

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’re looking to get started on a healthier, more active lifestyle but aren’t sure how to get going, never fear—help is here.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAlizee Lopez is a third year physics and geology student from Marseilles who describes her style as “French Euro”

Reading Time: 2 minutesUniversity of Ottawa students and professors have expressed opposing opinions regarding the new Parti Québécois (PQ) charter of values and its ban on religious garments and symbols.

Reading Time: 2 minutesMusicians collaborate for charity at Everybody Loves Everybody festival Photo courtesy of Zach Raynor ZACH RAYNOR, A University of Ottawa student and member of the band The Lionyls, wants to bring local young musicians together in a collaborative atmosphere. At 5 p.m. on Sept. 20 on Tabaret lawn, the ELE Music festival will feature local …

Reading Time: 2 minutesA Tribe Called Red aims to reclaim indigenous culture  Photos courtesy of Tina Wallace IAN “DJ NDN” Campeau says he still gets nervous before every show. “Typically it goes away right as the music starts,” he says. Bear Witness, Dan “DJ Shub” General, and Campeau—the three members of A Tribe Called Red—headlined the Fall Festival …

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe idea of fitting a regular workout into one’s schedule can be a daunting task for students bombarded with school, work, and extra-curricular activities. But the benefits of regular exercise include improved stress levels, increased energy, and improved sleep and digestion.

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