Dual-purpose freedom

By Brian Low

Dressed in his military fatigues, flowing beard and stogie in his mouth, you may be surprised Fidel Castro ever practiced a profession other than Cuba’s dictator… unless you knew he was a lawyer. Man, this guy just can’t stay away from jobs where he profits from the misfortune of others.A few days ago, "el Commandant"… Continue reading Dual-purpose freedom

Two-tier, single-tier

By Editorial

What constitutes an acceptable balance between public and private medical services? Alberta Premier Ralph Klein thinks he has the answer in contracting public services to private practitioners. Apparently, though, he claims a tier-two system is not in our future. Right… The Canada Health Act guarantees universality of "medically necessary" services based on need and without… Continue reading Two-tier, single-tier

Suck on this tailpipe, Klein

By Еvan Osentоn

ta oil and gas industry for their "understanding" during what is sure to be difficult days of transition. Pardon me if I don’t share Anderson’s enthusiasm. The Klein government seems to believe in the adage, "Words speak louder than actions." Anderson took the bait while I, on the other hand, don’t believe for a second… Continue reading Suck on this tailpipe, Klein

Men’s b-ball weekend of losses

By Tom Zielinski

The University of Calgary men’s basketball team recorded yet another two losses last weekend, while visiting the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. The Dinos dropped Friday’s game by a score of 76-52 and lost Saturday’s contest 70-55. "I thought we were prepared," said coach Cory Russel. "We played respectable basketball for about 35 minutes each… Continue reading Men’s b-ball weekend of losses

Too early to count out women’s v-ball Dinos

By Kris Kotarski

The 1999 season does not look good for the University of Calgary women’s volleyball team. After a promising start, the Dinos took a plunge and find themselves near the basement of the Canada West division. Following two losses to the tough ubc Thunderbirds in Calgary, the Dinos set out to exciting Saskatoon to take on… Continue reading Too early to count out women’s v-ball Dinos

Erica Sharp could kick the Rock’s ass

By Josh Truba

There were two mammoth wrestling extravaganzas this weekend. One was the WWF’s Survivor Series live from the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. The other was an early season international tournament at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia. While the competition in both events was fierce, the event in BC was especially important to the… Continue reading Erica Sharp could kick the Rock’s ass