The importance of being honest
I remember being a young kid trying to all but extort my parents for whatever I neededâbe it a toy, a twist cone from McDonaldâs, or a new Nintendo game.
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The Other Press, Douglas College's student newspaper since 1976. Articles, insight and updates from the New West and Coquitlam campuses.
Flavour Feud
Peanut butter is one of the staples of the snacking and easy sandwich world. Along with frozen waffles and instant noodles, itâs a mainstay in studentsâ food arsenals. But with so many to choose from, howâs one to know which protein boost will go down easiest?
The International Flag for Planet Earth
Have you ever wondered what a flag to represent the entire Earth should look like? Well now we have one! The International Flag of Planet Earth (yes, thatâs its name) was conceived by Swedish artist Oskar Pernefeldt, when it became apparent that various nations would have to pool their resources if they planned to have a Mars landing by 2025.
Indian Summer Festival
For those of you looking to put a little more culture into your life, look no further than Vancouverâs own Indian Summer Festival, happening July 9â19 at locations all over Downtown Vancouver.
The Intrepid Gastronomer: Pasta bene? More like just okayâŚ
There is something very comforting about Italian food. Maybe itâs the warmth of a slightly spicy marinara, or the soft noodles filling your belly to bursting point.
Stop HIV & hep C now
If youâre already sexually active, you probably book a yearly physical, which includes a pelvic exam and swab tests, possibly a Pap smear (if youâre a woman), and if you request them, blood and urine tests to check for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Meatless Monday: Liquid lunch!
The weather is getting nicer and the days are getting longer. Summer is here, and weâre all enjoying more refreshments, particularly those of an alcoholic nature.
Summer trends
Summer is upon us, so what can you do to make sure you look your most stylish? Like any product of the digital generation, I usually take my cues from my favourite celebrities, especially when they walk the red carpet.
Fighting Fit: Enter the Dojo
Tell your friends you study karate, and you’ll likely hear âWatch out, we got a badass over here,â Neil deGrasse Tyson pose and all.
Chairman of the Board: No right answer
Board games are a great way to get to know people. Strangers can become friends and friends can become bitter rivals. Party games are designed specifically for this purpose, and can be either silly or deep. This game is a little of both.