The fight against Harvard that may take down affirmative action
The case alleges discrimination against Asian Americans, and may soon be taken up by the Supreme Court.
Category: News
Iranian government continues to falsify COVID-19 death count, information provided by hospital insider suggests
A nurse at the Khatam al-Anbia hospital provided 8forty with COVID death numbers that are hard to square with the government’s claims.
The film Songbird imagines what would happen if the pandemic got much worse
A Corrupt government, an extremely strict lockdown and a deadlier virus makes for a not-so-great year.
The Downfall of Kim and Kanye’s Relationship
The celebrity couple may be headed for a divorce for multiple reasons.
Cyclist Chris Bruckner breaks world records as he cycled through Canada
Chris Bruckner receives his award a year and a half later for accomplishing a new Guinness world record.
The Downfall of the Toronto Raptors
The Raptors have started with a depressing start but slowly creeping around the corner with a comeback to their bad start.
Why you should be worried about the new coronavirus mutation
The coronavirus is already dreadful as it is, but now it’s only going to go downhill.
Did this 1 in 7.5 trillion Minecraft speedrun actually happen?
Let’s see how a YouTuber’s reputation that took six years to build up, only took a few minutes to fall apart.
I interviewed an up and coming local streetwear designer to see what creating a brand is
A student from a BC high school has found early success creating his own clothing brand.
COVID-19 will continue to impact all of us economically long after reopening
The strict ‘stay at home’ orders enacted by many countries have prevented many people from going to work, but government programs are aiming to mitigate the economic harm.
Law enforcement may be banned from all schools within Vancouver
In a meeting on June 16th with the Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association, a decision has been passed that all police would be banned from Vancouver schools until organizations have addressed the oppression of minorities and outbursts of protests.
How social media has turned attention into money
Social media trends lead to influencers making money from companies capitalizing on their growing fan base.
Dolan twins turn the loss of their father into an opportunity to help others
A documentary from the content creators pays tribute to their father and introduces their charitable efforts.
Even years after Blackfish, SeaWorld still has Orcas
Years after promising to end their orca shows, SeaWorld is instead rebranding them.
Melting permafrost is releasing deadly pollutants, ancient diseases and destroying the arctic terrain
Permafrost acts like a giant freezer that can store anything in it for a long time, well not for long anymore
Monster under bed: “I have been telling you I exist, why do you not believe me?”
I suggest that you should think rationally before you do anything. From the looks in your eyes I know you are going to scream. But if you do, the screams will echo around your house and your mommy will come to check up on you. What do you think would happen when she sees you still up and holding onto that device of yours? The decision is yours… scream or not to scream…
UFC fighters face a significant risk of head trauma while making far less than other athletes
Studies have shown what combat sports can do to the brain over time. But is the risk worth it?
Ipsy’s makeup subscription bag is worth the hype and your money
Two 17-year-olds tried the subscription service and enjoyed the high quality product, but wished a wider variety of shades were available.
Canadians have no interest in paying for Harry and Meghan’s stay
A survey by 8forty reveals that many Canadians do not value the Royal Family.
Modders in GTA 5 are hurting other people’s experience with the game
An autoban system has been weaponized against innocent gamers, but Rockstar doesn’t seem to care
