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Thilina is your typical nerd turned scientist, photographing skateboarder, philanthropist billionaire who keeps up with the world in his spare time... But his favorite thing to do is to listen to people, because he likes sharing stories. He plans on letting neat stories guide his content on The Rooster.

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National Youth Arts Week 2013

Creativity to wreak beautiful havoc in the streets of Saskatoon once again!

  IMG_0045_0.jpg The Arts Network for Children and Youth, a non-profit organization dedicated to proliferation of youth arts programming across Canada, is once again mobilizing creative folk for National Youth Arts Week (May 1st – 7th). The enthusiasm was palpable at last year’s events and by the looks of the event listing, NYAW promises more of the same this time around. Check out their scheduele HERE, and get updated through their Facebook page HERE. Inspire, get... [Keep Reading]

Gordon Snelgrove Gallery hosts "Reconnecting the City of Bridges"

Students take their shots at the Victoria Bridge, 2.0

After a semester’s worth of planning, collaboration, research and design, three groups of GEOG 446 students revealed their visions of a new Victoria Bridge. On March 26th, their designs were showcased and judged by an expert panel at “Reconnecting the City of Bridges” reception night at Snelgrove Gallery on Campus. A packed house of attendees enjoyed some food, some wine, and a whole lot of creativity from a group of incredibly talented future city-shapers. Let's... [Keep Reading]

In Photos: One Billion Rising - Louis' Latin Night

Solidarity through dancing

On Februaruy 15th, Louis’ hosted One Billion Rising – Louis’ Latin Night to raise money for Fundacion Entre Mujeres, an organization that promotes women's empowerment and combats gender-based violence in Nicargaua.The nights festivites were a part of One Billion Rising, a global initiative to raise awareness for violence against women. (http://onebillionrising.org/)And what a turn out! The night was a huge success with over 300 tickets sold. The packed crowd was eager to... [Keep Reading]

One Billion Rising - Louis’ Latin Night, February 15th

Local organizations unite to help end violence against women

One in three women on the planet will be raped or beaten in her lifetime.One billion women violated is an atrocity.One billion women dancing is a revolution.In an effort to mobilize men and women all over the world to end violence against women, V-day is celebrating their 15th anniversary with One Billion Rising.Centered around the use of dance, the event is resonating throughout the world, from Argentina, to Germany, to the Phillippines. If you want to follow all the global happenings, check... [Keep Reading]

The Mars Volta breakup

The curious tale of progressive rock’s finest has its conclusion

“Thank u 2 all VOLTA fans u deserved more especially after the way u rooted for us on this album….I can't sit here and pretend any more. I no longer am a member of Mars Volta.” Citing guitarist Omar Rodriguez-Lopez leaving for his new band Bosnian Rainbows, Rodriguez-Lopez’s unwillingness to tour, and what sounds like creative deadlock, an epic flurry of tweets by frontman Cedric Bixler-Zavala signalled that the mighty bedrock of The Mars Volta had crumbled.... [Keep Reading]

Halo 4 review

Stranger in a strange land

 People like me are often criticized for taking ‘the story’ aspect of games too seriously.Besides, who has ever criticized Mario, Pac-man or Tetris for not having a poignant, elaborate story?To that, I say this: When a game takes itself seriously enough to attempt narrative gravitas, and fails, it can completely distract me from the game design brilliance it may otherwise exhibit.I’m weird like that. p.halo_.0_standard_520.0.jpgEnter this year’s most anticipated... [Keep Reading]

In Photos: Matt Mays feat. The Meds @ Louis, October 28th 2012

IMGP8893.jpg IMGP8904.jpg IMGP9012.jpg IMGP8984.jpg IMGP8947.jpg IMGP9066.jpg IMGP9099.jpg IMGP9122.jpg IMGP9161.JPG metal.jpg [Keep Reading]

Dishonored (X360, PS3, PC)

Of revenge and choice.

1.jpgAssassins murder the empress you were sworn to protect, and you get blamed for her death by corrupt officials. Steeped in a dystopian 17th century London-like town of Dunwall, you play as Corvo the assassin, fighting to clear your name and appoint her rightful heiress as empress. Unlike many games before it, Dishonoured is a first-person ‘sneaking’ game that is not afraid to allow you the skills to deal with being detected. What ensues is a deft blend of action combat and... [Keep Reading]

Gaming's AAA season: 2012

Its that time of year again.....

With the release of Transformers: Fall of Cybertron last week and Madden 13 this week, we at the dawn of the fall AAA release schedule. Start saving them pennies.This year is looking like it may be the last big fall season for this console generation, as many are forecasting that Microsoft and Sony will be releasing new consoles next year.Between this fall and next spring, we should see developers squeeze all they can out of the current hardware, meaning the best technically crafted... [Keep Reading]

Electronic Pop-ist Madeon teases new track

18 years old and not going anywhere but up

When I was 18, I can honestly say I was not good at anything...And with that flaccid history of ineptitude comes a great appreciation for true young talent. Enter 18 year old electronic pop savant, Madeon. Madeon_Paper_MEDIUM.pngHailing from Nates, France, you could argue that Madeon’s already made it. His latest track “Finale” released late July, was featured in Jay-Z life and times blog and has garnered a lot of buzz. He exploded into international fame through his Youtube... [Keep Reading]

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