Pop 89: Humble Endings
Watching a political convention these days is like watching a game show, or a celebrity roast or a talent contest. I'm not the first to say so; the cultural critic Chris Hedges referred to them…
Check It Out: The journey from victim to victor
Maybe you can relate to this comment which was posted online: “My patience is basically like a gift card. Not sure how much is left on it, but we can give it a try.”
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Kindersley should be classified as a small city
I would just like to give a super compliment to all of Kindersley. Every time I 'browse' through The Voice, I am impressed.
REMEMBERING WHEN: The Kitchen Table
When our busy family finds the time to get together these days, it is generally for a birthday or one of the traditional meal-oriented holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Pop 89: Trust the Joy
It is hard to trust moments of joy in times of misfortune. They feel like a cruel joke or a random response to the workings of the universe.
Check It Out: AI can be both helpful and harmful
The following comments are worth considering. “Being famous on Instagram is basically the same thing as being rich in Monopoly.”
Pop 89: Magic in the Moon
Wandering through Moon Records in the beautiful old Customs building on Cumberland’s main drag, I am instantly drawn to the book shelves.
Check It Out: Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak
John Wayne, an actor from the past, said, “Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway.”
SUMA: This election, help municipalities prioritize their residents’ safety
As the order of government closest to the people, municipalities understand the changes required for their communities to remain safe and functional.
REMEMBERING WHEN: An all-time favourite video game
Today’s video games are absolutely amazing. The digital detail, the graphics, the storylines and the intensity of play. While they are very impressive today...
Pop 89: All The Ologies
Sitting at a window table, watching evening fall in Melange, a cozy bistro in old Nanaimo, we celebrate our sister’s birthday over a fancy dinner.
Check It Out: History is a vast early warning system
A young man relayed the following story. “My grandpa warned people the Titanic would sink, and no one listened. He kept warning them until they got sick of it and kicked him out of the theatre.”
