While dementia is commonly most associated with memory loss, research has also linked it to impaired judgment, increased difficulty navigating one’s surroundings, and even failure to pick up on sarcasm. Understandably, the condition can impact a person’s autonomy and independence, but in what circumstances can we attest that a person[Read More…]
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Martlets soccer defeats UdeM Carabins in season home opener
Martlets soccer victoriously kicked off its season, defeating the Université de Montréal (UdeM) Carabins with a tight scoreline of 1-0. The players battled it out in the Percival Molson Memorial Stadium to energetic cheering from the nearly 800-person crowd. McGill dominated the beginning of the first 45 minutes, controlling the[Read More…]
With great power comes great responsibility 
As students have the privilege of returning to campuses across Canada, I can’t help but think of Medo Halimy. The 19-year-old documented his daily life through the siege on Gaza, bringing awareness to the genocide of Palestinians and sharing moments of Palestinian resilience and joy. On Aug. 27, Israeli airstrikes[Read More…]
Unraveling infection mysteries: Can probiotics provide answers?
How many times have your parents or significant other reminded you to take your supplements, emphasizing their health benefits? Over the past few years, probiotics have garnered significant attention due to studies showcasing their efficacy in treating various human diseases. Researchers believe that probiotics promote human health by stimulating the[Read More…]
How green is cannabis? Expert unpacks sustainability issues in the cannabis industry
The past two decades have witnessed significant increases in worldwide legalization of medical and recreational cannabis use. The global cannabis market size is projected to grow from USD $57 billion in 2023 to USD $444 billion by 2030. This expansion raises an alarming concern: A substantial rise in greenhouse gas[Read More…]
Determined to be Extraordinary: 27 Stories From 27 Women in STEM
While trying to find engaging stories about modern women in STEM, accomplished researcher and global healthcare leader Dawn Heimer was frustrated by the lack of available options. In response, she documented the stories of 27 women scientists from around the world in her June 2024 book, Determined to be Extraordinary. [Read More…]
Precision physical activity: A prescription for exercising in older adults
How many times have you committed to a new exercise program, only to dejectedly realize one day that a month has gone by, and you have completely forgotten about all those overly ambitious resolutions you had made? Fear not, this article’s goal is not to guilt trip you, but rather[Read More…]
Breaking up with university sports: How I learned to love soccer again
From the moment my parents first put me into house league soccer at five, I was hooked. Growing up, I never thought about how my relationship with the sport would change. Girls my age seemed to follow a set path from elite youth development teams to university soccer. This path[Read More…]
Campus Conversations: Solidarity
Solidarity beyond interest-convergence Fanta Ly, Features Editor Solidarity is trending at McGill. The “historical anomaly” of the current mobilization lies in the diversity of positionalities standing against power. As a result, the face of those calling for solidarity is diversifying beyond specific student groups to encompass large portions of the[Read More…]
Thank you, Freddy
I first got to know Fred Vardon in my second year at McGill, after seeing him every night at 8:55 p.m. in the Islamic Studies Library. Right before closing at 9 p.m., Vardon would empty the trash can by my adopted desk on the second floor, and that was my[Read More…]