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Emma Craig(left) and Sarah Bartlett (right), both wearing black, stand in front of a blue banner that says "Books and Beyond"

CBS public library moving toward greater accessibility and inclusion

April 7, 2023 Ariyana Gomes 0

The CBS public library provides accessible reading services in a modern space and soon there will be more additions to its non-English collection.

What Black History Month really means

February 23, 2023 Ka Chai Tam 0

Strength and Perseverance: Celebrating Black History Month, an event that takes place in the Rooms this Friday, Feb. 24, aims to promote cultural understanding.

two women are smiling as they are standing in the streets in St. John's

Walking for a cause

February 23, 2023 Arlette Lazarenko-Segal 0

On the Coldest Night of the Year, Choices for Youth is hosting a charity walk this Saturday.

a woman overlooks the shore in pouch cove, which is being hit by rough waves

Ice safety can save lives

February 9, 2023 April Peach 0

Constant freezing and thawing make ice conditions unpredictable in Newfoundland. But there are ways to determine whether the ice is safe enough for skating, hockey or snowmobiling.

International students ask for more financial support

January 26, 2023 Ka Chai Tam 0

With the increasing cost of living, some international students say they can’t cover their expenses with their current support from Memorial University

Expert says banning foreign home buyers doesn’t help much for Canadians

January 19, 2023 Ka Chai Tam 0

As of Jan. 1, there is a restriction on foreign home buyers, except for temporary visa holders meeting certain requirements.

The road to a new home in N.L. was longer for Syrians than for Ukrainians

January 19, 2023 Kadin Hai 1

Ukrainian and Syrian refugees had different wait times to enter Canada after war broke out in their countries. But the difference might not have been a case of discrimination.

New finance program in place for teenagers

January 19, 2023 April Peach 0

There has been a steady increase in student debt in recent years. An addition to the high school curriculum provides youth with insights about how they can manage their finances.

Jai Ganesh is a Tamil living in St. John's, Newfoundland.

Reflecting on the past and looking to the future during Tamil Heritage Month

January 19, 2023 Chad Feehan 0

Newfoundland has a storied history with Tamil immigrants, but many choose not to stay in the province.

ChatGPT – a robot sidekick or an undercover villain?

January 19, 2023 Arlette Lazarenko-Segal 0

A powerful artificial intelligence tool produces impressive human-like text in a matter of seconds. But the ease of using it might be at the cost of something more valuable.