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OPINION | Transit in BC: A Vision of the Future
The year is 2034. Every day, over a million British Columbians take public transit. Metro Vancouver is criss-crossed with quick, frequent transit lines, including the Broadway Subway (2026), three new RapidBus routes (2027), and a SkyTrain extension to Surrey and Langley (2028).
OPINION | The Tipping Point: Rethinking Gratuity in the Age of Self-Service
Tipping, which once existed as a way to thank an employee for above-and-beyond service, has become an expectation in almost every industry, even when most of the service comes from the customer.
OPINION | Ripple Set to Launch US Stablecoin
Ripple, a blockchain-based digital payment network and protocol, has announced a plan to issue a US dollar-backed stablecoin on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and Ethereum networks. The blockchain technology company’s main focus is building a payment settlement asset exchange and remittance system, similar to the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) system.
ANALYSIS | A Draft for the Ages
On Apr. 15, the 29th WNBA draft took place in Brooklyn, New York, signalling the beginning of a new era in women’s professional basketball. Several star players from the National College Athletics Association (NCAA) put their names in consideration for the draft.
5-Minute After-School Snacks!
After a long school day, a good snack can be just what you need to help fuel you for upcoming homework, sports, and extracurriculars. In this article, you’ll find five simple recipes anyone can make.
Standardized Testing is Making a Comeback
The vast majority of universities across North America do not require applicants to submit their scores for standardized tests. However, on Apr. 11, Harvard University reinstated the requirement for submitting these standardized test scores starting in the fall of 2025 according to The New York Times.
New National School Food Program Announced
On Apr. 1, the federal government announced their plans for a National School Food Program with the hope of supplying meals to a target of 400,000 children across Canada.
Seven Shots Fired: a Downtown Vancouver Shooting
On Mar. 30 at around 5:40 PM, witnesses heard seven shots ring out near the intersection of Robson and Richards streets. The target of these shots was Jagraj Atwal, a member of the Brothers Keepers.
Mi’kmaw Fishermen Left to Walk Home Without Shoes
On Mar. 26, Blaise Sylliboy of the Membertou First Nation and Kevin Hartling of the Eskasoni First Nation were detained by fisheries officers after fishing for baby eels, or elvers, in Shelburne, Nova Scotia. At 1:00 AM, they were left near a gas station, in 2° C weather, 45 minutes away from their fishing area with their cell phones and hip waders confiscated.
ANALYSIS | Japanese Marriage Law May Cause Everyone to Have the Surname Sato by 2531
Unlike many other developed nations, Japan still legally requires married couples to have the same last name. A new study led by Hiroshi Yoshida of Tohoku University projected that because of these restrictive marriage laws, everyone living in Japan might have the surname “Sato” by the year 2531.
Hamberites on SparkNotes: Helpful Study Tool or Cheating?
There are many reasons why a student may choose to use SparkNotes, or similar websites, to aid them in their English classes. But how much information can you take from SparkNotes before it is considered cheating?
The Return of Wordle
In the past few months, Wordle and other New York Times games have made a surprising return. What are these games that Hamberites can’t stay away from?
REVIEW | An Emotional Breakdown: Your Complete Guide To Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department
A new era has begun. We are, of course, referring to Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album, THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT. We hope readers will enjoy (or be destroyed by) TTPD as much as we have.
REVIEW | Best Costco Buys
While it's always easy to swing by Costco to pick up groceries, the thousands of products available make it hard to figure out which ones are worth buying. These Kirkland products are tried-and-true, taste-tested, and on our personal shopping lists. Here are some of our Costco must-buy recommendations!
Tick-Tock, Goes TikTok’s Clock
Over 2 years after former US president Donald Trump first suggested banning TikTok from American devices, a bill to ban the popular social media app has been signed into law.
ANALYSIS | Is the Fight for Scottish Independence Still Ongoing?
Scotland and England share a complex and tumultuous history. In post-Brexit years, support for Scottish independence has spiked, according to statistics provided by Statista. However, recent reports show that support of the Scottish National Party, the greatest supporter of Scottish independence, is decreasing.
Trudeau Introduces a Renters’ Bill of Rights
On Mar. 27, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Canadian Renters’ Bill of Rights. The bill aims to address the urgent need for affordable rental accommodations nationwide.
Will Nuclear Energy Help Canada Meet its Climate Goals by 2050?
After nearly 15 years of discussions and consultations, Alberta is on track to implement nuclear energy into its electricity grid by 2035.
International Music Review
Since much of mainstream music today is dominated by North American artists, it can be easy to ignore the contributions from the international community. However, international musicians have contributed to much of the modern musical landscape.
US Government Sues Apple for Antitrust Violations
In a lawsuit brought forth by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Apple is being accused of allegedly monopolizing the smartphone market by imposing restrictions on developers and making it difficult to switch out of the Apple ecosystem.