Premier Kathleen Wynne survived a job performance review on June 12, when she led the Ontario Liberal Party (OLP) to victory. The surprise of the night, even for the OLP, was her guaranteed employment for the next five years. Wynne’s party won a majority of the seats in the legislature much to the dismay of the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party (OPCP) and the Ontario New Democratic Party (ONDP). While many like myself predicted an election too close to call, the result was not close at all.

There was a time when the most interesting thing happening on live television was David Letterman forgetting the name of the starlet he was interviewing; or — God help us — a nip slip. However, since 2010 the once dormant live television spectacle has awoken, spreading its fun and fervour into a television schedule sagging under the weight of 80,000 crime dramas and American Idol. Networks are now taking greater risks with live television, and are being rewarded with big publicity and even bigger ratings.

So, you’ve decided to take the plunge and get a fancy, new pixie ‘do. But put down the sword, Mulan, because before you chop those tresses there are a few facts about style, maintenance and growth that you need to take into consideration.

Maple syrup is a Canadian treat, and with Canada Day just around the corner what better way to celebrate our country’s birthday than with this delicious maple granola crunch?

After a long school year spent trudging to 8:30 classes in the bitter cold and slaving hours away in the dungeons of Stauff, no idea could be more welcome than concocting the perfect getaway. For many of you young, wayward vagabonds out there, summer vacation seems like the perfect opportunity to let out your inner Bilbo Baggins and declare to the world: “I’m going on an adventure!”

Often undergraduate students aren’t able to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios, but DEVS 305 — Cuban Culture and Society — offered just that opportunity.

Visual artist Martina Muck brought her unique artistic vision and plenty of nostalgia from her native Germany to Kingston’s Modern Fuel Gallery with her installation “Memory.”

Gallery owner and Queen’s art history graduate Mark Zadorozny took his passion for visual art and turned it into a career.

Sometimes it feels as if Canadian seasons jump right from winter to summer and back again, with very little transitioning. For this reason, it can be hard to justify investing in a spring wardrobe, since it seems unlikely that any of us would get much wear out of pieces suited only for in-between times of year.

Are you feeling unsatisfied with your current grilled cheese situation? Fret no more, this beet and arugula grilled cheese recipe is bound to spice up your life.

Everyone knows the saying you are what you eat. You can make the most of your health and nutrition by indulging in some seasonal, spring recipes that use ingredients, such as arugula, asparagus, beets, carrots and spinach.

With nearly three months of freedom ahead and balmy weather setting in, a music festival is a great way to spend a few days and relax.
Festivals aren’t just for extreme music junkies – they’re a place to spend time with friends, make new ones and enjoy a change of pace.

What is a long day without something sweet to eat at the end of it? This warm treat will feel like a big, comforting hug, but the blueberries will keep flavours seasonal for spring and summer.
Quinoa flakes provide crunch just like oats do, but with even more protein and very little detectible difference in taste.
This recipe makes just one serving, is extremely simple to make or adjust, and can be ready for the oven in just a few minutes. Enjoy!

With Father’s Day quickly approaching, the spotlight is on golf sets, Canadian Tire gift certificates and patterned ties. Take a break to shift your focus from buying for dad to borrowing from him instead and let him be your style inspiration this spring.

We all know that April showers bring May flowers, but in the face of endless spring rain, it can be tough to look on the bright side. The best way to cope with rainy day blues? Comfort food of course!
Banana-date breakfast cookies

Spring has sprung, which means we can finally see the sun and lounge on patios. For students, it’s the perfect time to enjoy iced coffee and other blended concoctions, but for your local baristas, this means double the trouble.
I was able to speak with Victoria Switzer, the manager at Coffee & Company, a local café located at Princess and King Streets, about the most annoying orders that baristas face and the number one most troublesome drink on their menu. So to all you aspiring baristas out there, take note.