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Zohran Mamdani’s opposition needs you to misunderstand socialism so you can never access its benefits  

Zohran Mamdani’s democratic socialist movement is the key to combating harsh wealth divides, crime and poverty — which is exactly why his ultra-rich opposition relies on slander to distract voters from the profit elites make off the suffering of the working and middle classes.

Zohran Mamdani’s democratic socialist movement is the key to combating harsh wealth divides, crime and poverty — which is exactly why his ultra-rich opposition relies on slander to distract voters from the profit elites make off the suffering of the working and middle classes.

New legislation in the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act by Doug Ford’s Ontario government contains provisions to end evergreen leases through security of tenure. Critics warn that this act will put many renters on the street as the province aims to “protect tenants while supporting landlords.”

The horror genre has amassed numerous legendary characters over the course of its rich history, many of whom have managed to remain relevant in pop culture for decades. Despite the array of sub-genres within horror, no group of characters have managed to stand out quite like slasher villains. Exploding onto screens in the 1970s, the slasher genre defined horror for the remainder of the century, for better or worse.

In October, Indonesia announced that it would refuse visas to Israeli gymnasts set to compete in the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jakarta. The decision revived historical tensions between sport and geopolitics, prompting legal maneuvers by Israel through the Court of Arbitrations for Sport (CAS).  

The 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament has reached the Elite Eight, and the stage is set for an epic week of games.  

Join Dr. Tarek Loubani to learn about Palestinian healthcare amidst a genocide and the impact of statehood at “Medicine on the Frontlines” talk  

On the evening of Nov. 5, Dr. Loubani will visit St. Catharines’ First Ontario Performing Arts Centre to discuss his experience working as a healthcare professional in Gaza and the impact of global support on Palestinian sovereignty.

Iranian delegation faces charges in South Korea  

During the May Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, two Iranian athletes and a national team coach were arrested for the alleged sexual assault of a 20-year-old South Korean woman. The case attracted wide attention across Asia, sparking debate about the obligations of national federations when their representatives face criminal accusations abroad.

Spook-tacular songs to add to your Halloween playlist 

Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or getting ready to carve your pumpkin, you’ll need a spooky soundtrack to accompany your frightful festivities. Here is a list of my favourite songs to add to your Halloween playlist this year.  

Your tuition pays for more than your degree 

Considering your first year at university can cost as much as a decent used car, you might feel like you're paying to be stressed out. You’ll need to account for sprawling class sizes and massive lecture halls, hours of tutorials and seminars, five-dollar lattes and the mandatory purchases of expensive textbooks. Your first few weeks at Brock might leave you feeling drained — not just in your personal life, but your bank account too.  

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