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15th Annual Midtown Showdown Brings Spirit And Community To Hamber
From Jan. 22 to Jan. 24, Hamber hosted its 15th annual Midtown Showdown, a senior basketball tournament consisting of 22 teams from across British Columbia. First hosted in 2011, Midtown has grown into more than just a basketball tournament; it has become a community event.
REVIEW | Your 2026 Guide To Spring Reading
The winter months have thawed out, and springtime is upon us, ushering in a season of renewal and new beginnings — or perhaps a new habit? Whether you haven’t touched a book in months or inhale pages like oxygen, you are bound to find something of interest on this list. Reading is one of the most beneficial pastimes that you can do for yourself!
ANALYSIS | Top Winners Of The 2026 Grammy Awards
The Grammy Awards — widely regarded as music’s biggest night — represent one of the highest honours in the global music industry. Presented annually by the Recording Academy, the awards recognize outstanding artistic, technical, and creative achievements across a diverse range of musical genres, celebrating excellence and innovation from artists around the world.
ANALYSIS | US Military Conducts Operation In Venezuela, Captures Dictator Nicolás Maduro
At approximately 2:00 AM on Jan. 3, US forces launched a military incursion into Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, forcefully taking Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores de Maduro, into custody and detaining them at the Metropolitan Detention Center in New York.
ANALYSIS | Hit TV Show Heated Rivalry’s Impact On Canada
When the TV show Heated Rivalry premiered on Nov. 28, 2025, it took the internet by storm, telling a heartwarming queer love story following two rival hockey players. The show, which is based off of Rachel Reid's Game Changers novel series, weaves Canadian culture and imagery throughout the story.
Hamberites Share Their Top Teen Jobs
From warehouse sales to contractor work, Hamber students have worked in a wide range of environments. Students recently spoke to The Nest about their various part-time gigs, explaining the different tasks they perform, how they got hired for their positions, and what they love about them.
Iran’s Deadliest Uprising In Decades
On Dec. 28, 2025, in response to Iran’s worsening economy, citizens began protesting in what would become the nation’s most violent uprising in decades. In addition, tens of thousands of protesters, journalists, and lawyers were imprisoned in secret detention centers across the nation.
Wildfires Blaze Through Chile, President Declares State Of Catastrophe
On Jan. 16, two dozen wildfires began to blaze large swaths of land across central and southern Chile, causing homes and forests to be destroyed, infrastructure to be irreversibly damaged, and at least 18 deaths. According to Chilean security minister Luis Cordero, 21,000 acres of land were burned and over 50,000 residents were forced to evacuate, as per The Guardian.
REVIEW | End Of Beginning: The Nostalgic Finale Of Stranger Things
Stranger Things, one of the defining science fiction series of the last decade, released its finale on Dec. 31, 2025. Since then, the show has spent seven consecutive weeks on the top 10 most popular charts on Netflix, and received an outpouring of both support and criticism from the public. Some fans believed that the finale was a perfect farewell, while others say it was an utter disappointment, with a rushed, low-stakes plot.
BC Paramedics Reach Tentative Deal With Government After 97 Per Cent Vote In Favour Of Strike
From Feb. 2 to Feb. 16, more than 6,000 emergency dispatchers and ambulance paramedics voted in a strike vote conducted by their union, the Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia (APBC). Ultimately, the paramedics voted in favour of striking. However, before job action began, the union agreed to a tentative agreement with its employer.
ANALYSIS | Doomsday Clock Set 85 Seconds To Midnight, Closer Than Ever Before
Humans across the globe are warned from a young age about the importance of time and how little of it we possess. Every year, the world inches closer and closer to global disaster, and this year, the Doomsday Clock only further proves that daunting thought. This year, the Doomsday Clock is set to 85 seconds until midnight, which is the shortest amount of time that has ever been left, symbolizing that humanity is closer than ever to reaching the hypothetical “apocalypse.”
The Rise Of Club Fundraisers At Hamber
Club fundraisers have begun to take over Hamber’s halls, contributing greatly to the school’s community, culture, and inclusivity. However, the rise in fundraisers has also left many club leaders puzzled over how to make their fundraisers stand out from the rest.
ANALYSIS | From Artist To Activist: The Rise Of Celebrity Advocacy
Many famous figures have been speaking out about political issues recently, especially following certain events in the United States.
Hamber's Girls Ice Hockey Team Dominates Season
This winter season, Hamber’s Girls Ice Hockey team took to the ice and played a highly enjoyable season. Despite not having a practice and game space on school grounds, they were able to push through with excellent play, conquering many challenges throughout the season.
What Does A First-Time Cap On International Study Permits Mean For Canadian Post-Secondary Instituions?
In November 2025, the Canadian government implemented a cap on study permits issued to international students to reduce strain on the housing market and limit fraud. Beginning in 2026, the Canadian government projects that only 408,000 study permits will be issued throughout the year.
Carney Announces New Groceries Benefit Aimed At Fighting Food Insecurity
On Jan. 26, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB), a new policy aimed at helping Canadians deal with the rising costs of groceries and essential goods. These new policies are a part of a larger affordability agenda that includes financial support to households across Canada and efforts to strengthen food supply chains.
Former Olympic Snowboarder Arrested After Making FBI’s Top 10 Most Wanted
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old former Olympic snowboarder and alleged drug kingpin, was arrested in Mexico on Jan. 22 and immediately flown to California, where he is now facing 17 federal charges.
BC Care Home Funding Cuts Spark Concern For Seniors And Families
On Oct. 31, 2025, the Government of British Columbia officially ended additional funding for overtime and agency staff in long-term care and assisted-living facilities across the province. This funding was originally introduced in the spring of 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to help care homes with staff shortages, according to City News.
Hamber Hosts Language Celebration Day
On Jan. 12, Eric Hamber’s annual Language Day Celebration — a festival with culturally-themed classrooms filled with music and fun activities for all staff and students — was held on the school’s third floor. Occurring during second period, lunch, and third period, the event was enjoyed by many students and teachers.
SATIRE | Couch To Podium: A Beginner's Guide to Reaching the Olympics
As the thrilling 2026 Winter Olympics has now concluded, we can't help but think of all of the little children watching at home, dreaming of one day reaching an acclaimed podium at the games. Maybe this includes you as well, although as bonafide hood elders, we may have missed the cutoff to be a child prodigy. So instead, here are our best recommendations to get you prepared to compete in the next Olympic games.