Given what we know, China’s response to the Coronavirus is commendable
There is no doubt that Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) or the ‘Coronavirus’ is a global emergency. However, Sylvie Briand, head of WHO's Global Infectious Hazard Preparedness division, said the situation "currently" was not a pandemic.
The Ottawa Sport Hall of Fame announces six 2020 inductees
Meet the 2020 inductees to the Ottawa Sport Hall of Fame.
Hiring more cops should come with conditions
The appointment of Peter Sloly as Ottawa’s new Chief of Police should be welcome news for the residents of our community.
The Ottawa Senators are a good bet for the future!
The 2020 Senators are a young, hard-working, gritty and talented team with a promising future.
Do most business owners have degrees?
Steve Jobs. Mark Zuckerburg. Henry Ford. Walt Disney. We read a lot about the college dropouts who went on to mega success.
Downtown Rideau get a funky new art installation
Geometric Crystalline, a new experiential sound and light art installation found its home at ‘The Underpass’ in Downtown Rideau.
Albums reviews: February 3, 2020
Music reviewer Owen Maxwell has five albums to consider adding to your playlist!
Figuring out Senators’ near future is going to be a puzzle
Ottawa Senators’ general manager Pierre Dorion will likely be the busiest general manager in hockey during the next while
To win, Conservatives first need to see Red
The starting gun has been fired on the Conservative Party leadership race. Questions of ‘who’s in’ and ‘who’s out’ are swirling. The leadership race is also bringing to the fore another important, perhaps more consequential question: what does it mean to be a Tory today?
Rogers Hometown Hockey Tour is coming to Ottawa this weekend
Calling all hockey lovers. Ron MacLean and Tara Slone are rolling into town with the Sportsnet Mobile Studio — It's going to a Winterlude weekend full of hockey fun!
It’s time to rethink the CBC
The CBC license is up for renewal and the debate is (again) on. Is it fair to keep public funding for this broadcaster? Or, more bluntly, do we need CBC?
The hidden costs of selling a home in Canada
If you are selling your home there are several hidden costs that you may not be aware of. These costs can take away from the amount you are hoping to earn or put down on a next house.
Could Ottawa have a professional soccer team in 2020?
Local businessman Jeff Hunt announced recently that he aims to launch a pro soccer team in 2020. This would not only be a boost for Ottawa, but also the Canadian Premier League.
Planning the perfect sports trip to Europe
There are few things more exciting than planning your next vacation overseas. Some people seek sun, others have the thirst for adventure, while many are simply inspired by the desire to see somewhere new.
The NHL Mobile Museum stops in Ottawa to showcase Black hockey history
Don't miss the NHL Mobile Museum’s stop in Ottawa as part of the 14-city NHL and American Legacy Black Hockey History Truck Tour!
Dos and don’ts in wine drinking etiquette you should know
For many wine enthusiasts, going to a wine tasting event is an excellent way to taste new wines that are becoming popular in the market.
5 effective ways to improve writing skills
Many schools do not focus on writing skills. Without possessing good these skills, you may not be able to survive in the modern education system.
3 book reviews for your reading pleasure!
Get ready for a reading weekend with these three books!
Sleepy evening snacks
This week, we are talking sleep . . . Just one bad night can reduce the effectiveness of our immune system by about 70 per cent!
The science of rock and roll
Despite edging out Barenaked Ladies for an award in the 1990s, Dirt Farmer band members moved on to successful careers outside of music. But, their new album will blow you away!
Heart to Heart with Adele: Be a wingman to your child
This week, Adele advises parents to empower children with the life skills to solve their own problems.
The Huawei P30 Pro might just be the best camera you’ve ever owned
I’ve been a loyal Apple customer for decades but have gotten increasingly frustrated with the prices that keep going up and the way they control all aspects of the lifecycle of any product. So, I decided to look at the competition and wow . . . . am I ever glad I did.
Popular paint colours that stand the test of time
Painting your home is the easiest way to get dramatic change and Benjamin Moore has three timeless colours that can set the tone for your personal space.
Take a different kind of vacation with Rakuten Kobo’s Libra H2O
For your next “reading vacation”, your best companion is the new Kobo Libra H2O.
Sunwing and RIU make escaping wintery Ottawa to the beaches of Mazátlan, Mexico . . . a breeze!
It’s s nice to enjoy a white Christmas, Winterlude, outdoor rinks, skating and the wonders of winter. But when the mercury drops into the double negatives, it’s great to be able to take a direct flight and escape to a sunny destination for a week or two of warmth and beach fun.
