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A look at the surprising origins of some common English words and phrases
Katelyn Dingman
“Dude! I totally got gypped getting my car fixed today!”
The online Oxford English Dictionary defines the verb to gyp as referring to being ticked, cheated or swindled. This particular word is used commonly in English slang, but does anyone know its origin?
It [...]

Compiled by Andrew Townsend
The Olympic hubbub in Vancouver is hampering police investigations into the disappearance of actor Richard Stabone. Constable Tim Fanning of the Vancouver police said that local media is usually invaluable in spreading information and creating a buzz about a missing person. However, heavy Olympic coverage is relegating the story to the back [...]

Written by Greg Beneteau
With Vancouver playing host to the Olympics, Canada’s commitment to the multicultural ethos has been the subject of much debate. The involvement of First Nations in the Olympic Torch Relay was dwarfed only by the involvement of First Nations in opposing said relay. There was a spirited debate over the lack of [...]

Earlier this week, the Ontarion conducted a random survey, asking 216 students at various locations on campus three simple questions. The questions were as follows, see if you can answer them for yourself:
Do you know what the CSA is?
Do you know what the CFS is?
Are you aware of the ongoing issues between the two parties?
The [...]

Written by Leah Gerber
Most media coverage of the 2010 Winter Olympics has focused on the number of medals Canada has won, the proceedings, the pomp, and national pride generated by the event.
But on Feb. 12, while most Canadians tuned in to the opening ceremonies, thousands of protesters, shouting chants of, “Homes not games” and “No [...]

Written by Mike Treadgold
“He’s a small guy, maybe the smallest in the league, but he’s got the biggest heart and he’ll do whatever it takes to win. We know that and we have so much confidence in him.” – Gryphons centre Thomas Kiriakou on goaltender Scott Van Bommel.
Just two months ago, the Gryphon men’s hockey [...]