On June 29, CTV National News terminated its contract with esteemed Canadian news anchor Lisa LaFlamme. LaFlamme has worked for the network––owned by Bell Media––for 35 years and was voted Best National News Anchor in April 2022. When news of LaFlamme’s termination came to light, dedicated viewers, journalists, and countless[Read More…]
Author: Mia Combey-Robertson
Where do I begin? BeReal
BeReal—this year’s new social media sensation—is an app that prides itself on its authenticity over other social media platforms, and has quickly amassed over 10 million daily users. The concept is straightforward: At a randomized time each day, a notification is sent out, giving users two minutes to post a[Read More…]
Artist Spotlight: Lucas Fournier
Montreal’s status as a must-stop city for popular artists and bands is partially due to its vibrant independent music scene, which thrives amidst a culture of diverse genres and styles. Singer-songwriter Lucas Fournier, U2 Arts, was attracted to the city for similar reasons and chose to come to McGill in[Read More…]
Back to the roster: Nine teams make their long-awaited return to varsity sports
After McGill Athletics announced that nine varsity teams would not be able to compete during the 2021-2022 seasons due to pandemic-related staff shortages, the teams are set to make a thrilling return for the 2022-2023 seasons. The returning sports include artistic swimming, alpine skiing, badminton, baseball, field hockey, golf, lacrosse,[Read More…]
Governance 101
Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU) What it is: The Students’ Society of McGill University is the undergraduate student union. SSMU supervises undergraduate clubs and student organizations, operates Gerts Bar & Café, and advocates on behalf of all undergraduates at the McGill Senate. SSMU is composed of six executive members,[Read More…]
Tribune Explains: Accessing healthcare as an international student
At the start of every academic year, the contract for the compulsory International Health Insurance (IHI) plan comes into effect for all registered international students at McGill. The McGill Tribune sought out common experiences among students to clarify the process of accessing healthcare as an international student in Montreal. What[Read More…]
Team of undergrads designs water-filtering backpacks for low-access communities
Every day, more than 800 million people globally travel 30 minutes or more to access clean drinking water. Although access to clean water has improved since 2000, a lack of sanitation and sewage infrastructure, water treatment plants, and environmental factors like droughts mean that one in three people—especially those in[Read More…]
Where to munch on campus when crunched for time
1. Super Sandwich Where: 1115 Sherbrooke Street West (basement of the Le Cartier building) What: A hidden dep-turned-eatery that promises to deliver a sandwich within 15 seconds. This is mainly owing to the minimal toppings they offer and the ample practice they have in the art of making sandwiches. From[Read More…]
The secrets beneath our skin
Skincare is a focal point in the beauty and wellness industry. One cannot scroll through TikTok or Instagram without seeing Reels promoting various skincare products and regimens. The importance of proper skin health, however, goes deeper than beauty. From 2008 to 2018, there has been a 44 per cent global[Read More…]
Home away from home: Your guide to McGill’s study spaces
McGill’s campus has a plethora of library spaces available for students to explore. To help you discover your second home for this semester, here is a guide to some of the best study spots on campus to suit every one of your academic needs. The reliable one: McLennan-Redpath Complex McGill’s[Read More…]
