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#FSUINTERROBANG QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Video Game Day is January 27 and we want to know what’s your favourite video game of 2015? Twitter

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Facebook CREDIT: TEKSOMOLIKA / ISTOCK / THINKSTOCK A recent study found that women who are considered more attractive get higher grades, but only in traditional classroom settings as opposed to online classes. Robin Ruth Call of Duty : Black Ops 3

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Nick Reyno Beautiful women get better grades Rocket League is ters, many studies have shown this pearance does not come from un- ful. More realistically, an attractive KERRA SEAY f***in siiiiiqqqq INTERROBANG but we don’t always know why,” observable traits, such as higher student may earn an A- grade where Hernández-Julián said. ability or higher effort. a less attractive student may have Hernández-Julián said there are earned a B+ grade. Luke Johnson A study originating from an He said the study’s main contri- I think it would have to be many possible factors that contrib- “The fact that appearance matters American university found that bution was to find out if there was Fallout 4 women who are deemed more at- a difference in grades depending ute to more attractive students earn- so much more when you can be seen tractive get higher grades than their on whether a course took place in ing higher grades. suggests that the explanations that less attractive classmates. a traditional classroom setting com- “It could be the case, though, argue that appearance is capturing Instagram The study, which took place at pared to an online course, not just that students who know they are information about other productive Metropolitan State University of to see if attractiveness had an effect attractive have higher levels of traits is not as convincing as that the jennmep Denver, rated the attractiveness on grades, as many studies have confidence when they know they appearance itself is the source of the Gauntlet for PS4 of students based on their student already proved correct. The study can be seen, and not in online envi- difference in outcomes,” he said. identification photos. The research- found that the difference in grades ronments, and that this confidence Does the fact that a student’s lev- shelb_ty ers looked at more than 6,500 stu- based on levels of attractiveness did translates to higher grades,” he said. el of attractiveness can earn them Star Wars Battlefront for P4! dent photo cards and over 168,000 not occur in online courses. “We know that confidence matters, a higher grade mean a lack of ac- course grades according to Inside Hernández-Julián said this is the and we believe that discrimination ademic integrity? Hernández-Julián giaanneg Higher Ed. most interesting fact to come out of is a factor.” said no. Sex bingo hahahah The study found there was a grade the study. The study found that men’s “It could be that in traditional increase of 0.024 in a woman’s GPA “What I see as the key finding grades were not affected based on classroom environments peers help calebtrotter on a 4.0 scale with every one stan- here: as the students appearance their level of attractiveness. the better looking students, or that 1FIFA 15 dard increase in attractiveness. increases, the difference in grades Students should not be too wor- better-looking students are partic- Rey Hernández-Julián, one of the between online and traditional ried about the results of this study, ularly adept at the kind of assign- jordanclaxton lead researchers in the study, said classes gets larger, with tradition- as the grade increase is not drastic. ments that are present in traditional NHL 15 via email that he was not surprised al courses being the ones with the A student who earned a D grade will classrooms and not online, such as by the results. higher grades,” he said. He added not magically earn an A grade just oral assignments,” Hernández-Ju- louaguilon NBA 2k15 “We know that appearance mat- this suggests that the return to ap- because they are considered beauti- lián said. erinlove83 Black ops 3

xoxrobinmay Syrian refugee rumours debunked All the CODs Nancy Chan, a communications scription drug coverage. The incident occurred on Jan. 8 harryiswhite adviser in the Immigration Depart- “The level of coverage provided around 10:30 p.m. when a group Mario party 10 JESSICA KLAVER ment, told CBC News. through the [Interim Federal Health of refugees left a “welcome event” INTERROBANG There was also a dispute over Program] for supplemental bene- held at the Muslim Association of jessica_bosazzi whether refugees receive more in- fits and prescription medications is Canada Centre in Vancouver. Halo 5 come support and benefits than similar to the level of coverage that A man wearing a white hooded pensioners do. may be provided by [provincial or sweater rode up on a bicycle and mtkellyz The Liberal Party of Canada “Refugees do not get more finan- territorial] governments to certain started spraying the dozens of men, Call of Duty Black Ops 3 campaigned on bringing 25,000 cial help from the federal govern- residents, including residents re- women and children who were Syrian refugees to Canada by the ment than Canadian pensioners do,” ceiving social assistance.” waiting out front for a bus. nicole_750 end of 2015. We are now two weeks the Government of Canada website Refugees not only have to sup- A witness to the attack, Amar Rocket League! into 2016 and only 7,000 refugees stated. “The amount of monthly fi- port their families on a low income, Ramadan, was inside the building have arrived in Canada out of the nancial support that government-as- but some are struggling to find a when it happened. jmesseroll Nhl 16 4.3 million still waiting. sisted refugees get is based on pro- place to live. “Next thing you know, people are Divisive rumours have been vincial social assistance rates. It Sandra Onufryk, a retired librar- running and screaming, everyone’s spreading across Canada making is the minimum amount needed to ian helping to privately sponsor a dashing inside. A bunch of kids Next week: were crying. I was a little confused some Canadians feel unimportant cover only the most basic food and refugee family, has faced great dif- Mental Health and forgotten. shelter needs.” ficulty trying to find them a home. as to what was happening,” Rama- Awareness Week is And rumours they are. The Face- The Government of Canada goes “Being an affluent, blonde white dan told CBC News. book post that traveled around on to remind people “many refu- woman, I’ve never really experi- “A guy at the front actually was, Jan. 25 – Jan. 29, and claiming that Syrian refugees are gees selected for resettlement to enced any prejudice in Canada. like, his eyes were completely cov- we want to know: what being given over $60 a day per Canada have been forced to flee And so when someone told me they ered, he couldn’t see for a whole, do you do to relax after person for food while welfare re- their country because of extreme wouldn’t rent because I was asking like, 20 minutes. Some kids got un- a long day at school? cipients in British Columbia only hardship…When they arrive in about Syrian refugees, I was flab- conscious because of how strong it receive $3 a day for food, has been Canada, they must start their lives bergasted,” she told the Globe and was,” Ramadan said. “A bunch of Answer with a tweet debunked by government officials. again in a country very different Mail. women and children, they were all using #FSUInterrobang “There is some confusion that from their own.” While some refugees are strug- just affected by it.” by 12 p.m. on funding given to hotels that tem- The government also went on gling to find a home, others are Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Wednesday, Jan. 20 porarily house refugees in rooms to say, “In keeping with Canada’s being assaulted with pepper spray tweeted, “I condemn the attack on and you will enter a without kitchenettes are ‘meal al- proud humanitarian traditions, indi- in what police are treating as a hate Syrian refugees in Vancouver. This draw for a $10 Oasis/ lowance rates’,” B.C.’s Ministry viduals and families get immediate crime. isn’t who we are – and doesn’t re- Out Back Shack gift of Social Development told CBC and essential services and support “Although the motive for the flect the warm welcome Canadians certificate. News on Jan. 7. to help them become established in pepper-spraying is unknown at have offered.” The monthly income support, Canada.” this time, investigators are treating The Liberal Party of Canada still Must be a which includes allowance for food, And also according to the Gov- it as a hate motivated crime, until intends to bring in 25,000 Syrian current Fanshawe for a single person living in Van- ernment of Canada website, refu- determined otherwise,” Vancouver refugees by March 1. student to win. couver is $235. This is the same gees receive basic health coverage, Police Sgt. Randy Fincham said in amount that a refugee receives, supplemental coverage and pre- a news release. 4 NEWS Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca Fanshawe grad to release inspirational book JESSICA MILTON INTERROBANG

Fanshawe alumnus and London resident, Chris Olech, is about to release his first book. Entitled The Fighter Within: Everyone Has a Fight, this work contains interviews and insights from some of the best champions in many areas of fighting including boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), jiu jitsu, Muay Thai and Sambo. “Famous coach of champions Firas Zahabi even penned a chap- ter titled ‘The Jiu Jitsu Principles’ which are proven strategies and philosophies stemming from Japan from battle tested and business field tested concepts, which took hun- dreds of years of experience and refining,” Olech said. CREDIT: HECTOR QUINTERO Though some might think this Fanshawe Alumni Chris Olech, shown here with MMA fighter Fedor Emelianenko, will book is geared towards a specific release his first book on Feb 2 titled The Fighter Within: Everyone Has a Fight. audience, Olech wants to make sure people understand there is some- hosted by Welterweight champion, and especially being a first time au- thing for everyone. Matt Hughs. thor, there are many doors to knock “This book is for everyone, the Olech is now a winner in the on before someone shows enough die hard fight fan, the interested Grapplers Quest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belief in you and your work to help reader and individuals who have Tournament with a gold finish, as you out. Patience is key.” no concept of the fight world, but well as being a certified Athletic Fast readers of Olech’s work want to learn a little about it and Performance Inc. Caveman Train- however will not need too much be inspired by the countless sto- ing Instructor. patience as he is already half way ries and experiences that will affect Many of his fights are document- through work on his second book. everyone positively regardless of ed first hand in the book. Olech also eluded to having ac- what stage of their life they are in His advice for anyone interested tors such as Alain Moussi, who currently.” in the sport of MMA is to search out plays the lead role in the upcom- The book is already for presale reputable gyms and trainers, as well ing kick boxer film and Robert on Amazon and releasing world- as taking a few classes. Englund, who portrayed Fred- wide on Feb 2. “The biggest thing is to under- dy Krueger in Nightmare on Elm An added bonus to purchasing stand that first comes hard work Street, in the book. the book is that the legendary fight- and proper training, then everything The biggest lesson that Olech er, UFC hall of famer, actor and will follow, eventually the strong learned while writing his first book CREDIT: NICK REYNO The OCAS mobile app gives a simple and stress-free way to apply to college. television host Bas Rutten, wrote student that always twists you into is not what you might think. the foreword. a pretzel will tap out to you.” After interviewing some great During the eight years that it took Being that he is a freelance jour- fighters and amazing athletes ul- to write this book, Olech noted that nalist and now a published author, timately what he discovered is not there were many highlights and ex- Olech has great advice for anyone how to throw a mean right hook, but Applying to college now as periences that he will never forget. interested in making a career out of rather that “the individuals we idol- “The travels around the world to writing. ize on television are just like you gyms and fight venues as well as “Aspiring journalists and writ- and I, they followed their dreams, simple as opening an app the opportunity to meet my idols, ers need to be formed of water, to sometimes with many detours and CHRIS RUSSELL it I think is just the ability to easily such as Bas Rutten, and learn life be able to transform and bend with carved out their own legacy in life, INTERROBANG check your offers of admission once lessons from them is something that whatever gets thrown at them and making them champions in their you apply. Probably the next big I will always cherish.” adapt quickly. There is a tremen- sport and life.” The Ontario College Application exciting point is to see when those Another highlight to writing this dous amount of work, sacrifices and Olech encourages those who Service (OCAS) has released a free offers start coming in, so this makes book was the chance to see legend- time spent into perfecting our craft would like updates on his work and mobile phone app available for an- it a lot easier to quickly open and ary fighters in a different light. and building our readership.” access to exclusive giveaways such droid and apple devices designed check what’s in there as opposed “Getting an interview with Fedor On top of perfecting your career, as signed Bas Rutten and Fedor to make the college application to going back to your desktop and Emelianenko’s wife and gaining a Olech also stated the importance of Emelianenko gloves that will take process as effortless as possible, ac- having to log into your application different insight into the stoic Rus- building a team of support around place leading up to the release of cording to a press release. that way.” sian legend like never before seen is you. “The Fighter Within: Everyone Has “It makes applying to any pro- According to OCAS’ director of also a highlight.” “I learned to research and knock a Fight” they can like his Facebook gram easier. Our “find a program” service delivery, Paul Wemyss, the Olech began training in MMA on as many doors as possible until page facebook.com/everyonehasa- search functionality has been mobile app was perfected through after being inspired by a seminar someone opens and invites you in, fight. moved to the mobile device so you “extensive testing and research with can search for programs and easily focus groups.” add them to your application with “It’s as secure as our existing just a click,” said Alissa Robson, [online] application; it follows all manager of marketing and commu- the same processes on the back end. nications for the OCAS. I wouldn’t have any reservations at The app, according to a press re- all; it’s just a different form of expe- lease, maintains all of the function- rience,” Robson said. ality of the original online applica- The app was developed in accor- tion process, allowing users to log dance with requests made by Ontar- into their Ontario Colleges accounts io Colleges’ users. from a mobile device. “We created the app based on di- It can be found by searching on- rect feedback from our applicants… tariocolleges.ca in the App Store through our surveys and our call and or Google Play. centre…the mobile experience was “You can search [for] programs, something they were looking for… create your application, request we just knew it was top of line for your documents and pay, then man- applicants to have that mobile expe- age your offers once your applica- rience,” Robson said. tion is complete,” Robson said. The response from Ontario Col- Another notable feature is the leges’ applicants has been consis- ability to create a “Favourites” list tent with these findings. of chosen college programs. “We’ve actually had 5,000 active A major plus to the app is the users since we launched the full convenience it affords its users. version of the app which included “It basically puts the application the apply and pay functionality… I in your hand; you don’t have to be could definitely see it being the pre- near a desktop to research programs ferred method,” Robson said. or check your offers…you can do it Robson hopes to see the app keep on the go,” Robson said. growing in popularity. According to Robson, one of the “We hope it’s meeting the needs most beneficial parts of the app is of our applicants and gives them a CREDIT: ALLEN GAYNOR that you can check your offers with great experience and another way Are you an avid anime admirer? Well you should have checked out Clubs Day on Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in F-Hallway. If you the click of a button. to connect with the application to didn’t have a chance to visit, go to fsu.ca/clubs for a list of clubs on campus. “Probably the biggest feature of college.” Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca NEWS 5 Leap your way to $1,000 JESSICA THOMPSON INTERROBANG Leap Junction is giving Fan- shawe students the chance to pitch a 60-second start-up business idea and be put in the running to win $1,000 on Jan. 28. The event is called Trampoline: Launch Your Leap and it is a two- part session. The first section of the event will be held on Jan. 21, where students will be able to attend a workshop to learn how to master the perfect pitch. “[At the workshop], Anna Foat, [from Big Dog Sales Consulting], is going to come in and help students know what is a good thing to put in a pitch, make sure they are reach- ing the right audience, make sure that they are making it fun and in- teresting,” said Annette Markvoort, entrepreneurial animator at Leap Junction. According to Markvoort, this is not an event solely for students. “We are open to every student across every category in Fanshawe, not only students but youth aged 18 to 29; if you have a friend you know who has a business idea or who wants to make a pitch, they are CREDIT: STEWART WEST / ISTOCK / THINKSTOCK welcome to join us as well.” Pitch your start-up business in 60-second and leap your way to the $1,000 grand prize. Anyone who attends the work- CREDIT: IPGGUTENBERGUKLTD / ISTOCK / THINKSTOCK shop on the 21st is then eligible to business; creating a 60-second “Leap Junction is here to help any Former minister on the Status of Women criticized college and university campuses sign up for the pitch on the 28th. pitch, you need to be able to artic- student who is interested in starting for falling behind when it came to sexual violence prevention and awareness, but “Anyone who participates [in the ulate what it is you want to do in their own business by connecting Fanshawe has been leading the way with its campaigns and initiatives. pitch] has to go to the workshop, a very short time so people under- them to things in the community, but everyone who goes to the work- stand what your business model is,” connecting them to the funding that shop does not have to participate [in Markvoort said. is available [and also] by connect- Fanshawe leading the way in the pitch],” Markvoort said. And for this pitch, there will be ing them to the workshops.” Both of the events will be held in no props allowed, just one-minute And according to Markvoort, she Fanshawe’s Welcome Lounge, lo- of you talking to the judges, who believes an event like this is just sexual violence prevention cated in F1010. will be a mix of professors and en- what students need to be able to first semester and hopes to keep the “Trampoline is all about helping trepreneurs from the community, leap into their dream start-up busi- KERRA SEAY INTERROBANG momentum going in the second se- you launch your leap into a new about your idea. ness. mester. As was revealed by Metro Students were able to take part through an Access to Information in multiple awareness campaigns request, former minister on the Sta- including Draw the Line and the tus of Women Kellie Leitch said ReDress Project. that in general, Canadian colleges Though Fanshawe is leading the and universities were falling behind way when it comes to sexual vio- when it came to preventative and lence awareness and prevention on responsive measures surrounding campuses, there is always room for sexual violence on their campuses. more. Marshall said she recently The minister was critical on how took part in a course called Bring- post-secondary institutions do not ing in the Bystander along with have a uniform way of dealing residence leaders and campus secu- with this issue, particularly when it rity. She hopes to one day offer the comes to discussing bystander in- course to Fanshawe students. tervention. “Part of prevention is having ev- The government believed that erybody know that they play an ac- campuses were not taking appro- tive role in ending sexual violence,” priate measures to ensure their stu- Marshall said, with bystanders dents safety; this shows that con- playing an important part. versations surrounding Canadian One upcoming event will bring colleges and universities and how Laci Green, a YouTube feminist they handle cases of sexual vio- blogger and sexpert, to Fanshawe lence on campuses, but plans for on Feb. 1. future action were in the works. Marshall said the fact that Fan- But where does Fanshawe fall in shawe is taking action towards pre- all of this? venting sexual violence is a great Leah Marshall, the sexual vio- step towards a culture free of such lence prevention advisor at Fan- behaviours. shawe, said the college is keeping “We know that sexual violence up with the promises they made is happening all over Canada, so when they hired her only a few in order to support students [Fan- months ago. shawe] is stepping forward and op- Her position at the college is a erationalizing the policy,” Marshall first in the country. said. “It’s not just saying ‘we have a Fanshawe aimed to hold at least sexual violence policy’, it’s saying two prevention campaigns every ‘we have a way to actually put this month while also focusing on stu- policy into action’, and it’s really dent outreach. important for students to feel proud “[We wanted] to let students that their college has something so know that this is a service that is progressive.” available and that we are able to For more information about confidentially support students and future events at Fanshawe or for connect them with campus or com- assistance regarding sexual vio- munity resources,” Marshall said. lence please contact Leah Mar- “It was a really big first step, mak- shall at 519-452-4430 ext. 4465 or ing this new group of students at the at [email protected]. The college aware that this even exists.” Counselling and Accessibility Of- She said she is proud of what fice is in room F2010. Fanshawe has accomplished in the 6 COMMENTS Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca

CREDIT: DOROT JEWISH DIVISION, THE NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY. (1804). SEPULCHRAL CHAMBERS NEAR BETHANY Lazarus is a character in stories of Jesus, he passes away in the story, but Jesus resurrects him. Bowie’s song however does not endorse the story, holding a ending that possibly illustrates in the end, none of us will emerge from death. The conventional David Bowie

CREDIT: ANDYKATZ / ISTOCK EDITORIAL / THINKSTOCK and ended up singing. It’s been a long road.” Is there actually a chance Donald Trump could take the title of president 10 months from now? Right now it According to the article, Bowie said in is between him and Ted Cruz to take lead of the Republican Party. MICHAEL VEENEMA 2003, “I’m not quite an atheist and it worries RUMOURS OF GRACE me. There’s that little bit that holds on: Well, I’m almost an atheist. Give me a couple of months.” What’s so cutting edge about that? To para- I never followed David Bowie so I only phrase an old expression, these days everyone The Trump card accidentally heard the songs of his that be- and their dog feel that their connection with tabloid coverage have revealed him to be a came popular. And any images that I saw of God is in trouble. Bowie went “from Bud- tyrannical narcissist. him likewise weren’t ones that I sought out, dhism to Christianity to pottery.” Not difficult VICTOR DE JONG At the risk of writing an article entirely they just happened to jump out at me in the to do since all through modern times young INTERROBANG about a haircut with a crummy individual record stores of the past or I would random- people have lived alongside an infinite buffet hiding underneath, this is the ideal moment ly come across them as I turned the pages of of pop ideas, ideologies, philosophy courses, to remind people that he’s one of just four in- magazines, and later, as I browsed websites. spiritual side orders and evening craft pro- dividuals who could take charge of a global But even from these unplanned exposures to grams at the local community college. Donald Trump is a lot like Mr. T from The superpower. the music and images of Bowie there was one One of the songs on Bowie’s just released A Team. They’re both international icons, The only person standing between Trump thing that was clear: he was a serious artist. album is called “Lazarus”. Lazarus is a sport obnoxious hairstyles and are mostly and the Republican Party leadership is Sen- His music was meticulously produced. His character who appears in the stories of Je- around for comic relief. The scary thing is ator Ted Cruz. Unlike Trump, Cruz is a rea- stage posturing, make up, his entire public sus, which date from 2,000 years ago. After that one of them might get laughed all the sonable individual who values equal rights, image, all of it was carefully executed. His Lazarus’ death, Jesus deliberately walked to way into the Oval Office. progressive taxation and a woman’s right to lyrics were intelligent. He played intelligent- the site of his entombment. He asked that the Politics in the United States is an entirely choose. Just kidding, he doesn’t support any ly with the image of a modern young Amer- stone at the entrance be removed. The peo- different ballgame than in the Great White of those things. Cruz has publically stated ican. He empathized with the emotional life ple protested that there would be a smell, but North. They’re actually not even in the same that marriage should be between a man and a of the fictional Major Tom, who Bowie refer- Jesus insisted. He then raised Lazarus from league. They might not even be playing the woman and strongly opposes a higher tax on enced in his song “Space Oddity”. the dead. same sport. those with a larger income. “Under Pressure”, a song created in col- Bowie’s song, however, doesn’t appear On one hand is the Republican Party. In The Republican Party is a terrifying orga- laboration with Queen, captures a Bow- to endorse the story. In the closing scene of Canada, most of the Republican candidate’s nization that seems to prefer the country pre- ie who understood the crisis of the modern the video for the piece, Bowie retreats back statements would be met with so much out- serve the proud legacy of the ’80s. One can and post-modern world. We are driven. In- into a wardrobe. Maybe he intended for the rage that they’d be forced to withdraw from only assume that a Republican’s stash of por- creasingly technology and war demand our story of Lazarus to be a mere foil. If so the the election. The Democrats on the other nography consists almost entirely of Ronald attention. We are anxious about survival. In song can be seen as a response to Lazarus. hand would be regarded as a strongly right Reagan headshots. this pressured world is there any room for Perhaps, more to the point, Bowie’s retreat leaning party comparable to the Progressive The ramifications of a Republican pres- love? Still, “Why can’t we give love another into the wardrobe says that in the end none Conservatives. ident, regardless of whom it may be, could chance,” the song asks. of us are going to emerge from death. Just get The entire spectrum of politics in the Unit- be detrimental to the relationship between Bowie will be praised to the skies for push- comfortable with it and when yours comes, ed States is a mile to the right of that which our two countries in light of Prime Minister ing boundaries and challenging conventions. climb in and pull the door shut. we have here in Canada. As a result, there Trudeau taking office. So, because Bowie was such a creative power, Every day at millions of burials around the are policy positions held by the Republican There’s still 10 months before a new pres- when I look at his thoughts about God I come planet, pastors, priests, ministers and ordi- Party which would border on hate-speech in ident will be chosen, but according to poll away feeling disenchanted. Those thoughts nary church leaders consider the accounts of our country. Whether it’s gun control, mar- numbers it will come down to the wire. The are, well, predicable and conventional. the resurrection of Lazarus and others that ap- riage equality or a woman’s right to choose, candidates from each party will be chosen The Hollowverse, an online source, looks pear in the Bible. They read the four accounts the Republican Party would prefer to plough in July and it appears as though it will come at “the religions and political views of the of the discovery of Jesus’ empty grave and ahead with their 20th century ideals. down to Trump versus Cruz for the Republi- influential.” It documents that Bowie moved his many appearances afterward. They repeat Despite the radically right-wing policies of cans, and Hillary Clinton versus Bernie Sand- away from thinking that perhaps words like the post-Jesus thinking of the Bible writers the Republican Party, Donald Trump is intent ers for the Democrats. “faith” and “spirituality” had meaning. He about the meaning of his resurrection. on taking a sledgehammer to the wall, which Trump is the poster boy for the American was moving towards the rejection of the idea The last image of Bowie that many peo- separates conservatism and fascism. dream. Nowhere else in the world could the of God altogether. ple will remember appears in the “Lazarus” The world did a collective face-palm when federal election come down to three can- The site quotes Bowie. “I was young, fan- video. Bowie has burial strips across his eyes Trump stated that he would stop any person didates with 70 years of combined political cy free and Tibetan Buddhism appealed to me similar to what Lazarus would have worn. of the Islamic faith from entering the coun- experience, and one clown who has been sur- at that time. I thought, ‘There’s salvation.’ It Only in Bowie’s case screws hold down the try. His hatred of Islam certainly doesn’t stem rounded by “yes men” his entire life. didn’t really work. Then I went through Ni- strips and they are not coming off. It doesn’t from his own personal faith, as decades of etzsche, Satanism, Christianity… pottery, have to be that way. HAVE AN OPINION? SUBMIT YOUR STORY! LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: [email protected] Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca LIFESTYLES 7 ★ A Blackstartal drive for innovation. He hopes for a somber time that worthy successors will take his NICK REYNO place and refuses to accept the sad WRECKORD REVIEWS state of today’s pop music. While Bowie has dabbled in many genres from rock to electroni- ca and nearly everything in between, Blackstar has a distinctive sort of jazz influence. Not the finger-snap- ping sort of swing jazz, more of the Throughout all of his eras and rainy avant-garde sort of jazz. personas, from the exuberant Ziggy While Bowie has always fa- Stardust to the understated front- voured his native instrument, man of Tin Machine, David Bowie the saxophone, the subdued and was art. While some may argue that gloomy instrumentation of this al- his musical career died a number of bum highlights just how prevalent years ago, the legacy he left behind it is. From the dissonant and chaot- will continue for decades to come. ic conclusion of “Blackstar”, to the On Jan. 8, David Bowie released atmospheric opening of “Lazarus” the final chapter of this legacy, enti- and the heartfelt meanderings of tled Blackstar. “Dollar Days”, the saxophone is The album debuted on Bowie’s nearly as expressive as Bowie’s birthday, a mere two days before own vocals. his untimely passing. He clearly While much of Blackstar comes knew Blackstar would be his final across as disconcerting, “Girl farewell to the world and this mind- Loves Me” is one of the more lyr- set can be clearly heard through the ically unsettling songs, due mostly record’s haunting instrumentation to Bowie’s repeated question of and despairing lyricism. It’s a sur- “Where the fuck did Monday go?” real experience, The fact that listening to an art- “ …his final farewell Bowie passed ist’s death album. to the world and away on a Sunday To step into the gives this lyric mind of someone this mindset can an entirely new so brazenly aware be clearly heard meaning. Bowie of their own frag- through the will never know ile existence is un- that Monday, or settling and quite record’s haunting any other Mon- moving. instrumentation and day thereafter. Blackstar opens despairing lyricism. The lack of any up with a single response to his by the same name, “Blackstar”; a question also” alludes to the fact that CREDIT: COLUMBIA 10-minute work that can be bro- Bowie presumed he wouldn’t be ★, pronounced Blackstar, is the final chapter in David Bowie’s epic saga. ken up into two equally troubling there on Monday to answer him- sections. A somber wind and string self. Perhaps this is a simple coinci- adventure. en as a primal desire to go on, to and biblical themes of this album ensemble, accompanied by discor- dence, but you’d be hard pressed to This song shows Bowie’s battle keep making music, but can also be create a tremendous amount of un- dant guitar, sets the stage for Bow- deny its inherent eeriness. between accepting his death and interpreted as “I’m dying too”, an certainty and unease for listeners. ie’s haunting and symbolic lyrics in Although the lyrics of Blackstar hoping to somehow escape it, just acceptance of a fate he cannot alter. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing the first half. The song focuses on will be read and read again, there as Lazarus did. “Dollar Days” feels like a direct though. Music is created to move a final candle in the centre of a city are two songs in particular that de- The second song on this album message from Bowie to his fans, people, not to serve as mindless of serpents. Is it hope? Is it Bow- serve our attention. that shows this inner struggle is perhaps even eclipsing his address background music for Walmart ie? Is it nonsense? Pitting this light The first of these is “Lazarus”, “Dollar Days”. Bowie sings of in “Lazarus”. An apology of sorts commercials. It’s a shame the world against serpents serves as an early the album’s second single. In this blissful English evergreens and his can be found in the lyric “Don’t doesn’t have more music like the introduction to the biblical themes song Bowie likens himself to the desire to fool the world yet again in believe for just one second I’m for- Blackstar album. This is the kind of woven throughout this album. biblical figure, a man that Jesus proclaiming his death. While Bow- getting about you”. This is a mes- art that makes you think, it conjures The symbolism here is interject- brought back from the dead. Bow- ie shows that he doesn’t need an sage that will stick with his family, intense emotions and it carries with ed in the second half of the song ie has put a number of his personas idea of paradise to accept his death, friends and fans for a long time to you long after you finish listening. with Bowie’s bittersweet hope that to rest over the years, only to rise he repeats, “I’m dying to” for much come. Blackstar proves that you can artists will continue his experimen- again revitalized and full of new of the song. This phrase can be tak- Through and through, the occult find beauty even in death. SpaceX and Blue Origin are going to infinity, and beyond the nucleus of lighter elements iment for Interior Structure (SEIS) launch window in 2018. igin, albeit with a much more im- were slammed together, resulting seismometer failed to withstand Billionaires’ rocket club has pressive show. The Falcon 9 rocket successfully JERROLD RUNDLE in stable new elements. Research sub-zero temperatures. first feud INTERROBANG will now focus on the isotopes that A vacuum seal is required for Back in November, Amazon launched, streaking past the Kármán emerged after the elements broke the instruments three main sensors founder and CEO Jeff Bezos’ Blue Line and delivered a payload of 11 down, or decayed. to continue working with extreme Origin rocket successfully launched Orbcomm satellites into low earth Now that IUPAC has officiated precision while enduring Mars’ 100.5 kilometres upwards to the orbit, and returned to earth’s surface Just because it was winter holi- the elements, it’s up to the original average negative 50 degrees Cel- edge of space, into the Kármán in a successful landing, taking the days for students doesn’t mean the researchers to determine a name, sius nights. The instrument failed Line, where space begins. title out of Origin’s hands. world of science took a break as who can choose from a number of because it was only being tested at On top of the rocket, was a cap- Musk has stated the booster is well. Here is what you may have categories including mythological negative 45 degrees Celsius. sule designed to carry passengers. ready for ground tests after being missed while you were busy with concepts, minerals, places and even The December test was required Eleven minutes after the rocket was looked over for damage, and hasn’t turkey dinners and too many des- scientists’ names. For now though, after a previous leak was found launched, the capsule returned back completely ruled out the option of serts to count. the world welcomes ununtrium, earlier in 2015. Now, officials have to Earth with the help of parachutes. launching the historic vehicle again. New elements confirmed ununpentium, ununseptium and un- decided there wasn’t enough time The operation is significant to While both Musk and Bezos Four new elements were official- unoctium. to fix the instrument while com- the space travelling community be- were taking swipes at each other ly introduced into the periodic table InSight to remain grounded pleting the remaining work and cause it marks a successful step to over who “won”, many scientists by the International Union of Pure NASA has determined the In- safety checks before their March send humans to space in a reusable have pointed out the success of both and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC). Sight probe that was to be launched 30 deadline. rocket. isn’t comparable. Releasing a press statement on towards Mars in March 2016 will Mars and Earth line up for the This successful mission took the While Blue Origin is meant for Dec. 30, the federation responsi- have to be delayed until at least complex manoeuvres required highly coveted title out of another four-minute weightlessness tourism, ble for upholding chemical naming 2018. The probe will eventually be when launching rockets between billionaire’s hands, Elon Musk. SpaceX is focusing on sending hu- standards stated the seventh row sent to measure the crusts past and the two planets every 26 months, After his rocket company SpaceX mans into orbit for extended periods of the periodic table of elements present composition, as well as any even then the perfect window only had tried to land their Falcon 9 of time. Despite the difference, it’s had been filled by elements 113, possible changes to the Martian in- lasts a few weeks. This year that first stage booster on ocean barges safe to say humanity’s about to enter 115,117 and 118. terior including lava flows and seis- window ends March 30, too close and failed twice, there were some a whole new era of space travel. Element 113 was discovered by mic events. for NASA’s comfort. heated tweets between the two bil- Between brand new elements and Japanese scientists, while 115, 117 The Interior exploration using Despite the setback, more time lionaires. Finally, Musk decided a billionaire space race, last year and 118 were found by a joint Rus- Seismic Investigations Geodesy and can now be taken to rigorously test enough was enough. was a blast – but 2016 is sure to be sian-U.S. research team. Heat Transport lander was grounded the SEIS module and the rest of On Dec. 21, SpaceX went and teeming with exciting scientific dis- The elements were made when on Dec. 22 after its Seismic Exper- InSight before the next anticipated achieved the same feat as Blue Or- coveries. 8 LIFESTYLES Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca What is dead may never die… tion into a single look than half the cast puts into the entire movie. PAM-MARIE The fact that these characters, es- GUZZO pecially Powaqa, are so compelling INTERROBANG actually becomes a bit of a problem for the film. While Glass’ story is plenty thrilling and inspirational, Set somewhere in the West in the the subplots take away a lot of the 1820s, The Revenant tells the story focus. Instead, the audience is often of Hugh Glass, a man who was left left wondering what happened to for dead after barely surviving a other characters as the movie jumps gruesome grizzly attack. Based on from one group to another with lit- a true story, the movie adds some tle care for continuity. creative flourishes while attempt- These side-stories are often fas- ing to maintain as true to the times cinating, but almost too much so. as possible. An entire second movie could have First off, this is a movie that was been done about Glass’ past, even incredibly well cast. Both Leonardo if a decent chunk of that was made DiCaprio and Tom Hardy have al- up for this movie, and Powaqa’s ready proven themselves to be great personal struggle both could and actors, and this movie gives both should have been given a lot more ample opportunity to display their time. ability to its fullest. DiCaprio com- Even with the bouncing around pletely loses the smooth pretty-boy in The Revenant, the intensity of the persona the audience is far more situation is never really lost. Per- used to seeing from him, complete- haps these side-stories were meant ly falling into the rough character of to prevent the type of feeling given Glass. in a movie like The Road, where the However, the leads are far from film generates a constant tension in the most compelling characters in the audience that leaves them com- this movie. That honour instead pletely exhausted by the experience. CREDIT: TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX (2015) goes to the supporting cast, espe- A big part of the intensity The With excellent casting and a perilous setting, The Revenant is a fi lm that demands your attention. cially those in First Nations roles. Revenant has is in the landscape, Along with being culturally appro- the vast uncharted forests of Alberta cold, watching someone survive it, was close to the true events. might like and the framing choices priate, every single one of the First and British Columbia. The dangers especially when constantly wet and Overall, The Revenant is a well- are often weird and uncomfortable, Nations actors did a truly incredible of Canada in the winter are well severely injured, almost completely cast and intense story of overcom- the scenes that are focussed on are job. Melaw Nakehk’o, in her role as known to all of us who live here, defies belief. While other aspects ing truly impossible odds. While beyond compelling, drawing the au- Powaqa, manages to put more emo- and, knowing what we do in the were rewritten, this part of the story the plot skips around more than one dience in with every new challenge. Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca LIFESTYLES 9 Trends to leave in 2015

JOSHUA R. WALLER BEAUTY BOY

Every year beauty bloggers, makeup companies and runway shows produce new and exciting trends. Some are glamorous, some are edgy and some just need to be left behind and forgotten. From bold brows to glitter in unusual places, 2015 was filled with many makeup trends that some of which need not carry on. Brow focus was a huge trend in 2015 and still continues into the new year, and while bold brows are an excellent way to accentuate and frame your face, overdone and painted on brows are not flattering and stand out in a negative way. In- stead of lacquering on a brow gel or applying creamy brow pencils with a heavy hand, lightly feather on CREDIT: JASON MERRITT / GETTY IMAGES ENTERTAINMENT / THINKSTOCK brow powder or pencil them in with Makeup trends, such as the Kim Kardashian contour, should be left in 2015. Instead small strokes, imitating the look of try new trends to help your face look fresh. brow hairs. You can still achieve bold, voluptuous brows without cheeks and a little bit around your bow with a concealer. them looking like they have been jaw line and you can achieve the Lastly, over-the-top lashes need painted on. same effect. Even the new trend to be left behind in 2015. Volumi- Contouring and highlighting strobing is an excellent, softer way nous lashes are a definite way to have continued to be a prominent to define your face. draw attention to your eyes and can trend throughout the years but it’s Another trend that is a must-go is make them look bigger, but over- time to put an end to the Kim K the overdrawn lips. Everyone wants sized false lashes are distracting contour. Applying dark cream con- bigger and fuller lips, but going to and can look plastic. To get nice and CREDIT: GEORGE CORSILLO (COVER), SIMON AND SCHUSTER (PUBLISHER) tours all over to make your face the extreme of using a lip liner to full lashes, apply multiple coats of Written by Carrie Fisher, Postcards from the Edge tells the hilarious misadventures of a look slimmer may look great on create your own lip line is unnatu- mascara, use a lash enhancing prim- wayward actress coping with the tedium of the American Dream. Instagram, but looks heavy and ar- ral and can be spotted from a mile er or even apply individuals lashes. tificial in real life. away. It is always fun to experiment While contouring and highlight- There are many tricks to create with new and creative makeup ing is a great way to shape and fuller looking lips while still look- trends, but sometimes that’s as far define your face shape, you don’t ing natural. Use lighter coloured as it needs to go. Leave the over All hail the princess need to constantly paint your face lipsticks, use a slightly darker lip the top, unflattering makeup trends Meryl Streep and Shirley MacLaine to achieve this. Lightly dust con- liner along your bottom lip line, add in 2015 and start with a fresh and BELLE MARIE INTERROBANG in 1990. tour powder to the hollows of your gloss and highlight your cupid’s beautiful face for 2016. Semiautobiographical in tone, Thirty-eight years ago, an intrep- the novel opens inside a rehab cen- id young filmmaker by the name of tre where actress Suzanne Vale is George Lucas cast a young, fresh- recovering from a drug overdose. faced and 105-pound 19-year-old As the novel shifts through the per- woman named Carrie Fisher as the spectives and narratives of Vale and leading lady in an offbeat sci-fi film her equally troubled associates, we entitled Star Wars: A New Hope. begin to understand how all the su- Fast forward to December 2015 perficial confusions of Hollywood and, unless you’re a space worm liv- can drive a person to gradually ing inside a meteor, you and every- self-destruct with sex, junk food one you know have since gone out and illicit substances. Establishing to see the record-breaking release of an identity and learning to properly the series’ seventh installation, Star take care of oneself is tricky enough Wars: The Force Awakens. without the scrutiny of an entire na- And even if you are a space worm, tion; imagine how hard it becomes it should come as no surprise that when every single bad decision be- in the interim Fisher has, despite comes tabloid fodder and industry her best efforts, failed to avoid the gossip. highly common process of aging. A book written by the daughter of Even so, various critics throughout Hollywood royalty and beneficiary the Internet have called unnecessary of cult status may threaten to read attention to her unavoidably altered as a compendium of first-world appearance in the new film, provok- complaints, yet Fisher’s heroine is ing a reaction from the actress who in fact relatable in her thinly veiled tweeted, “Youth&BeautyR/NOT quests for love, comfort and accep- ACCOMPLISHMENTS,theyre tance. The overall story covers her theTEMPORARY happy/BiProd- daily search for meaningful rela- ucts/of Time&/or DNA.” tionships, a fulfilling vocation and While Fisher’s acerbic wit speaks emotional security. Naturally a tale for itself, the fact that mass atten- such as this can never be neatly tied tion was all-too-easily redirected up, but the novel cleverly gets the from her successful career to her point across that this search is in- body succumbing to its natural pro- finitely ongoing and remarkable in cesses has been nothing short of its own right. disappointing. After all, it doesn’t Postcards from the Edge is a take much investigating to discov- scintillating insight into themes of er that with Fisher, looks are but addiction and the hilarity of human a small, happenstance part of the flaws, both of which are just as package. Not only is she a whip- prevalent now as they were in 1987. smart Hollywood icon, she’s also a Having had intimate experience talented novelist to boot. in both realms throughout her odd Postcards from the Edge (1987) life, Fisher writes with a brash, hu- is the first of five novels Carrie morous and articulate honesty that Fisher has written, in addition to her is sadly not so prevalent, inside or screenplays, memoirs and plays. outside the hills of Hollywood. The Following its critical success, Fish- book is the perfect proof that Car- er went on to adapt the book into rie Fisher is, and always has been, a similarly successful film starring more than a pretty set of buns. 10 LIFESTYLES Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca Comic favourites on the horizon for season six peared on scene by putting a cross- bow bolt through the eye of Sgt. ANDREW VIDLER Abraham Ford, representing the G33K LYFE Saviors and their mysterious lead- er Negan. The crossbow marksman with the half burned face would be a significant player in the ma- Major comic spoilers/minor jor conflicts to come, with his of- show speculation ten horrid acts masking his equally For over 10 years, The Walking sympathetic motives. Dead has been at the forefront of His introduction in the show was the zombie genre’s catapult to main- hugely different, though might have stream success. The landmark 150th planted some seeds of the character issue of the comic book printed last readers are familiar with. Capturing week and the final episodes of the an isolated Daryl while fleeing an sixth season are airing in a month. unnamed group, he was accompa- CREDIT: AMC STUDIOS The story is quickly approaching nied by his wife Honey and a sister. Which comic favourites will make appearance in The Walking Dead’s upcoming season? some incredible climaxes, revela- He would eventually steal his cross- tions and new characters that will bow, thus gaining his signature company. tator’s thumb for months. able, capturing Rick and company keep the post-apocalyptic epic go- weapon, and robbing Daryl of his. Recently confirmed to appear Though he may not come across and graphically beating long lasting ing for a further decade. His marital status and whole face this season, British actor Tom as such a pompous ass in the show, character Glenn to death in front of When the show returns in Febru- are two of the major changes from Payne seems to have nailed the look largely due to the severe look of his wife and friends. This would ary, there will be just eight episodes the source material, and it remains of his first comic book appearance Xander Berkley, it is likely that he lead to a costly war between Rick’s remaining in this season. There to be seen if he ends Abraham’s life in leaked set photos. Fans will have will remain in his semi-antagonis- alliance and his Saviors, one that have been a number of significant on the show as well. to wait and see if the television por- tic role. The shorter life expectancy would see heavy losses on either casting announcements that are still Paul ‘Jesus’ Monroe (Tom Payne) trayal can reach the fan-favourite of television characters may see his side. due to appear before they come to One of my favourite charac- status that his comic book coun- story sped up from his relatively Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s selection a conclusion. These four have been ters from the comics, Paul ‘Jesus’ terpart has carved him over the last lengthy life in the comics. to play the villain is a spot on piece driving the comics for the last five Monroe is the closest thing that half-decade. Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) of casting, with the former Watch- years, and, if their television coun- the comic series has to Superman. Gregory (Xander Berkley) The big bad, the best villain and men actor possessing the right terparts play out similarly, will fol- An expert hand to hand combatant Nobody likes Gregory. When easily the most entertaining charac- amount of intelligence, charisma low suit in the years to come. and, when necessary, escape artist, introduced in the comics, he is the ter to grace the pages of The Walk- and physical intimidation needed to Dwight (Austin Amelio) he earned his nickname due to his leader of the Hilltop community, ing Dead, Negan is the leader of the bring this over the top killer to life. Ok I’ll admit, I’m cheating a lit- heroism and uncanny resemblance and quickly shows his true colours. Saviors, and will become a greater This will be especially import- tle bit on this one because Dwight to the traditional depiction of the Gregory is pompous, cowardly and threat to Rick’s group than anything ant with the character likely to be has already appeared on the show, biblical figure. if certain lines from the comics they’ve faced yet. robbed of one of his most beloved in season six episode six. Austin The man that will eventually are interpreted correctly, kind of a Originally considered a sort of character traits due to AMC’s cable Amelio plays him, though the ap- unite the Alexandria colony with creep toward the settlement’s wom- ‘boogeyman’ used by the group to status, his joyful, flagrant use of the pearance was in a form that comic other settlements of survivors, in en. He would eventually try to sell intimidate the various survivor col- word ‘fuck’, which he has uttered readers had never seen before. the comics he has been a key player out Rick’s alliance to Negan, after onies, he confirmed his existence in some variation over 450 times in In the original story, Dwight ap- and close ally to Rick Grimes and letting his people live under the dic- in the most brutal fashion imagin- his 48 issue lifespan thus far. Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca LIFESTYLES 11

CREDIT: DIMITRIOS KAMBOURIS / GETTY IMAGES ENTERTAINMENT / THINKSTOCK “You know, I’ll be free just like that bluebird,” Bowie promised. “Now ain’t that just like me?” David Bowie, Jan. 8, 1947 – Jan. 10, 2016. David Bowie, earthling Heroes – 1977 Youth, Frank Black, Robert Smith That Bowie’s so–called ‘Berlin and Lou Reed. The way that he so BOBBY FOLEY Trilogy’ of albums is much–revered naturally commanded the stage and BOBBYISMS in music history as fairly common brought together such generational knowledge, but there is also unde- icons was indicative of his stature niable cultural and historical signif- as a living legend, a performance CREDIT: KERRA SEAY Bright jackets, like this one worn by Laura Crosson, can add a splash of colour to your icance preserved there as well. and milestone like no other. outfit. I write about random things a lot. Co–produced by Tony Visconti, A few short weeks later, Bowie I write a lot about random things. this trio of records followed a time released Earthling, an experiment I’m having a tough time; it’s been of artistic tumult for Bowie, whose in marrying his sophisticated rock just over a week since David Bowie burgeoning career placed different style with pumping jungle music passed, but it seems as more time demands on him in Europe and the and drum n’ bass. He considered it a Looking fashionable and goes by, more heart–wrenching de- U.S. synthesis of the American and Euro- tails about the man and his passing The three records, Heroes was pean styles and made comparisons come to light. released between Low (1977) and to his previous work at the time, but bold through winter’s cold Of course, we now know that his Lodger (1979), were collaborations the record marked some incredible fashionable coat on and a nice pair new album Blackstar, covered on with Brian Eno, inspired by sights changes in his songwriting process, MELANIE RINTJEMA LEMONS AND LINES of boots, I can still look cute with page seven by Nick Reyno, and its and stories of the Berlin Wall, and offered the first glimpses of an little effort. accompanying music videos were which famously divided the east artist concerned about how much As Canadians we know the big- An interesting trend is wearing meant as a parting gift and message and west sections of the city from time he had left. gest fashion struggle is the weather a coat in a bright colour. The ma- to us from Bowie, a glimpse into 1961 to 1989. The title track is per- “I guess the common ground with that comes with the winter season. jority of people wear grey, black or how he prepared for his passing. haps Bowie’s most famous single, all the songs is this abiding need in During the fall, we shop for sweat- dark blue coats; however, investing It’s been so long since we’ve seen and its simple message of love in me to vacillate between atheism ers, coats and mittens that co-ordi- in a coat with a pop of colour can him struggle that it might be easy the time of oppression will be rel- or a kind of Gnosticism,” he told nate and are fashionable, but when be fashion forward and a way to to forget how strong and brave a evant forever. Q Magazine upon the release of January hits we all just want to wear brighten up winter. Accord to In- person he was, qualities that would Let’s Dance – 1983 Earthling in February 1997. “What sweatpants and fuzzy boots until Style UK, the colours to look for define him to the end. Hailing from Early in the ’80s, Texas–born gui- I need is to find a balance, spiri- May. are emerald greens, cobalt blues, a tough area in London, Bowie first tarist Stevie Ray Vaughan played a tually, with the way I live and my The average temperature in Lon- bright red and printed coats. inspired us by being unapologetical- fiery set at the Montreux Jazz Festi- demise. And that period of time — don in January is around negative Another great way to stay warm ly true to himself. He identified as val with his band, Double Trouble. from today until my demise — is 6.7 degrees Celsius according to cli- through the winter is by layering. gay and exuded androgyny during a The trio was not signed to any label, the only thing that fascinates me.” matemps’ website and staying chic Layering multiple long sleeve shirts difficult time in Britain and will be but their performance made a name Is it so surprising, then, that such through the temperature is a chal- or sweaters is an easy way to stay forever celebrated for his integrity. for them and gained some import- an artist and creator would craft lenge. Our goal should be to em- warm on long walks to school. Whether you were introduced to ant attention. Fast forward to 1982 such a statement to mark his pass- brace the challenge and find ways to Though layering does not just have his music or first came to know him and Vaughan receives a call from ing and express his gratitude to his show our style while staying warm. to be a strategy to stay warm. through his film roles, like the cun- Bowie, who invites him to play lead fans. “Look up here, I’m in Heav- Canadians love scarves; they are The latest trend is to layer coats ning Goblin King Jareth from the guitar on his coming album. en,” he sang in “Lazarus” before warm and can come in an array of and jackets. Wearing a leather 1986 classic Labyrinth or his turn There’s a better–than–good we knew what it meant, offering patterns and colours. Recently, larg- bomber underneath a fashionable as the mysterious Nikola Tesla in chance that Let’s Dance features a gentle solace in the idea that he er scarves have become more fash- top coat looks trendy, but also helps Christopher Nolan’s thrilling The more of the radio–friendly Bowie knew exactly what would happen, ionable. It has become a statement you conquer the winter’s sub-zero Prestige from 2006, it was hard not jams you heard growing up than and that it would all go according to wrap yourself in a large scarf that temperatures. to be struck by his presence. While any other and Bowie recognized to his plan. could be mistaken as a blanket. Is- It is also possible to layer on the no two fans are alike, with unique Vaughan’s contribution as being a “You know, I’ll be free just like abella Virgin, a fashion student in bottom. Wearing tights or leggings and fond memories of their intro- big part of the record’s success. In- that bluebird,” he promised. “Now, her second year at Fanshawe said with high socks paired with a pat- duction to Bowie and his work, all terestingly, Vaughan turned down ain’t that just like me?” her favourite winter clothing item terned dress, or skirt with a baggy agree that the world has lost a truly an opportunity to tour with Bowie For more of the latest music is, “Scarves, big scarves.” sweater is a great way to stay warm, warm, caring and fiercely intelli- in support of Let’s Dance, instead news, album streams and gigs com- Hats are another versatile and but still comes forth as a feminine gent man. releasing his own solo debut later in ing to London, add @fsu_bobby- easy options for quick trips running and fashionable look. To incorpo- If you haven’t been listening to the same year. isms to your Twitter timeline. Fun errands. Depending on your style rate the socks and make them part Bowie’s catalogue of albums this Earthling – 1997 fact: Bowie retired from touring you can wear a toque, beanie or a of your look, rather then just a mea- past week, you should start. A lot In 1997, Bowie celebrated his following the end of his A Reality fedora to add flavour to your look. sure to keep warm, you can wear has been written about them lately, 50th birthday with a concert at Mad- Tour, which stopped here in town. Another item every Canadian tall boots, where you can still see many articles making great cases for ison Square Garden in New York, a The final Canadian date of the tour has is a winter coat. I have found the socks right below your knee. the importance of much of his work. massive event featuring guest per- happened at the John Labatt Centre myself going to get groceries or run I hope you all embrace the chal- However if you’re looking for a formances by era–spanning rock in May 2004, proof that even Lon- errands and wearing a pair of leg- lenge to dress warmly and look place to start, consider these selec- icons like Dave Grohl and the don has a little Bowie in its DNA. gings and a sweater, but if I throw a fabulous. tions plucked from across his career. Foo Fighters, Billy Corgan, Sonic I’m out of words. 12 COMICS Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca PUZZLES 13

forcing and then defying a familiar image. True creativity is better ap- Word Search: Winter preciated when your audience isn’t prepared for a trick. Small miracles B Q H W R P L P T E V K P S E are possible in your hands. Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) S L E O O N H L A E Y S F C H Aries (March 21 - April 19) spire your heart to sing a joyful Don’t ask for opinions unless you Sit down and take it easy. You’re song. The world is working to your really care. Everyone’s an expert N J I L C M L R L L K E Q A P either working too hard or having personal advantage these days. these days, or so he or she thinks. E L A Z N K M E L J T N U R X too much fun. Do a little laundry, Leo (July 23 - August 22) Sagittarians who seek real progress pay a few bills or groom your pet. Complaints are less than wel- will do best when they make it hap- T R A H Z U E I C A X F A F M The little things in life need their come. Leo believes that everyone pen on their own terms. T E S V F A H Y L I W T L L Y share of attention. should pull his or her own weight. Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Strong characters won’t hold the The case is beyond argument. I H H F B C R O S B X O T D B Right and wrong are clearly de- floor for long unless they have Long-distance communication con- M T S I G Y C D W T A B T H Y fined. It’s very obvious which team something interesting to say. vinces you that a local condition is is yours. Let events take their natu- Virgo (August 23 - Sept. 22) in fact a universal principle. You’re D K N B M O I V X B W O N S S ral course, and you won’t even have Stay busy. Certain kinds of trou- still solid as a rock. to lift a finger to avenge last week’s ble appeal to you. Read someone Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) U G Q E H I C I C L E G Z U Q indignities. The stars never forget. else’s notes and try to improve on You’re tired of having to watch M G W C G N I T A K S G K W P Gemini (May 21 - June 20) their ideas. Those who create with what you say. It’s hard to be patient Slow down to a more com- their hands will turn out impressive with someone who pulls your leg R J T W B Y W Q F K Z A A I W fortable pace. By racing ahead in work at this time. or takes advantage. These days you Q O F R O S T B I T E N E O I typical Gemini fashion, you miss Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) get right to the point, even if a few all the good scenery and compa- Breathe away your stress. You fragile feelings get shattered. H C N N N M T A P S D D A Q B ny. You have to be on someone’s have little control over others, but Pisces (Feb. 18 - March 20) H U N Z C Z N K S J R H H J A wavelength before you even con- you have plenty over yourself. You crave variety while others sider telepathy. Someone unexpected hovers near- are repeating the same old thing. Blanket Hockey Polar Cancer (June 21 - July 22) by, ready to sweep you away into a Hang out with new people for a Your physical coordination is pleasant, lazy dream. fresh look at life. You’re easily talk- Blizzard Hot Chocolate Scarf good, but you don’t need to leap Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) ed into any situation that you can Chilly Ice Skating and roll. Small, precise things in- Good illusions are made by rein- easily handle. Earmuffs Icicle Snow Crossword Puzzle Frostbite Mittens Toboggan 62. Make into law. Sudoku Puzzle 63. Sailing vessels Down 1. Fairy queen mentioned in “Ro- 3 2 4 meo and Juliet” 2. Southern constellation 3. Geometric suffix 4 1 2 7 3 4. Nirvana song “___ Plain” 5. Root used in some energy drinks 6. Shines without wax. 3 8 7. German speed skater 8. “What was ___ was saying?” 9. ERR 8 6 7 10. Soldier’s eating hardware 11. One who sheds light on a sub- ject? 7 5 1 3 12. ___ convex lens 13. Namesakes of a Varingian leader 18. Emanation. 1 3 5 22. Nintendo console with a remote 23. Rough files 24. Sandbox retort 7 6 25. What the accused desire 26. Weight allowance. 27. Greeting on a computer? 2 1 5 9 7 28. Double ___ Oreos 30. Macaw of Brazil 32. Crests of hills 9 3 5 Across 36. Opening in the computer busi- 34. Digestion pathway 1. A son of Japheth ness? 35. Middle, Far, and Near. 6. Mark Twain’s belief 37. Devour greedily 37. Pintado fish 11. New stock offering : Abbr. 38. Actress Powers. 38. Chart for Magellan Puzzle rating: Very hard 14. Rice-___ 39. Cry of surprise 40. Fuss over, English style Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 grid 15. Let loose 40. River in the Yukon 41. In a dangerous manner contains the digits 1 through 9. That means no number is repeated in any 16. Legal degree. 41. Rent-a-car charges, e.g. 43. Highway (abbr.) column, row or box. Solution on page 14 17. They’ll send you into a slide 42. Port ENE of Cleveland O. 44. Coating on galvanized iron 19. New Guinea port. 44. Like some detachable linings 45. Milo of “The Verdict” 20. Flock of mallards 45. Platform rhetoricians. 46. No longer in bed 21. Oscillated 47. Sets at ease 47. Thomas’s problem Cryptogram 23. Roof timbers. 48. Warning wail 49. End of an era? 27. Ones on top of the world? 49. Sedate, slangily 52. Twin sister of Bert Bobbsey “_’______!” 29. Historic Nile excavation site 50. Hong Kong’s equivalent of the 53. Shinto temple 30. Middle part of a Shakespearean Dow (abbr.) 54. Bond rating “G’PP THHP FXK PJRHC!” play 51. Indifference 55. Compass point 31. Larsson who wrote The Girl 58. Bardic “even.” 56. Sheet for making film cartoons Clue: R = T With the Dragon Tattoo 59. Title recently dropped in India. 57. Draftsman’s curve. 32. Pickled cabbage. 60. Strike zones? Solution on page 14 Question: How does Dewgong say goodbye? 33. Never, in Bonn 61. Director Lee Solution on page 14

Notes: 14 SPORTS & LEISURE Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca Volleyball teams start the year off strong JESSICA THOMPSON INTERROBANG The holiday lull played no role in how both the men and women’s varsity volleyball teams came out in their first league games of 2016. Men’s volleyball On the Jan. 10, the Falcons trav- elled to Sheridan College to take on the Bruins. They won the game winning three of four sets. The win brought their record up to 10-2. “It was a really tough first match coming back after the Christmas break because Sheridan has added a couple of new starters so we de- finitively knew they were going to be tougher than the first time we played them,” said Patrick John- ston, head coach of the men’s vol- leyball team. Even with the rough start, John- ston was happy the team was able to come together, not overlook the Bruins and get the win. The win allowed the Falcons to hold onto their top spot in the OCAA West Division and ranked them fifth in the CCAA. “With the group of the guys that we have, from the start of the sea- son it has been a [goal of an] OCAA championship, I think that hasn’t changed at all.” The Falcons will take on Niaga- ra at their home court on Saturday, The men’s team take on Niagara at the home court on Saturday January 23. CREDIT: FANSHAWE ATHLETICS Jan. 23. Women’s volleyball three sets. women’s volleyball team. “I am looking forward to seeing And Pellow has no doubt that the The women’s volleyball team “Game plan [went] exactly as we The win improved their record how they do down the stretch, we girls can do it. also headed to Sheridan College had it, so I am very pleased with how to 9-3 in the OCAA West Division. have six matches left and I think we The women’s team will take on to take on the Bruins and though it we played and handled that match,” Currently, the Falcons sit in second need to win most of those to posi- Niagara on Saturday, Jan. 23 at

was close, they managed to win all said Sean Pellow, head coach of the place. tion ourselves well for playoffs.” home.

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7 5 4 3 6 9 8 2 1 CREDIT: FANSHAWE ATHLETICS 6 8 2 1 4 5 9 7 3 Women’s basketball competed in the Seneca Invitational Tournament on the weekend of Jan. 9, coming in first. Natalie Warren, shown in the photo, was named the MVP for the tournament. Currently, the team sits tied for second place in the OCAA West 9 1 3 7 2 8 4 6 5 Dvision with a record of 7-2. They will be taking on St. Clair Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 6 p.m. at home. Volume 48 Issue No. 17 January 18, 2016 theinterrobang.ca SPORTS & LEISURE 15

MEN’S BASKETBALL OCAA West Division Standings Team GP PTS FOR AGA.

Mohawk 9 18 842 728

Sheridan 10 14 871 739

Niagara 10 14 881 791

Lambton 9 12 776 695

Humber 9 12 691 642

Sault 9 8 569 628

St. Clair 9 8 708 738

Redeemer 11 6 933 969

Cambrian 9 2 604 862 CREDIT: NAUMAN FAROOQ Fanshawe In the cold of winter, the 2016 TLX’s remote can not only turn on the car, but also the heater and the seat warmers making this car 9 0 644 733 nice on the outside, as well as cozy on the inside. MEN’S VOLLEYBALL OCAA West Division Standings Riding in style, both inside and out Team GP PTS FOR AGA. and lane keeping assist on, it makes through the touchscreen, which Fanshawe 12 18 32 10 NAUMAN FAROOQ MOTORING covering distances on the highway when the car is cold, and you are easy. cold, makes it hard to get working. Redeemer 11 16 25 15 The marketplace is filled with When going out of town, I’d pick However, my tester also had re- Mohawk 9 14 22 12 cars built for different purposes: a comfortable speed and just cruise mote start, and when you’d turn the some are to excite, while others are to my destination with little effort. car on with that, it would turn on Humber 9 14 25 10 to offer the utmost comfort. Few It is frugal on the highway too, con- both the heat and the heated seats, cars can blur the lines and be really suming just 7.5 litres per 100 kilo- plus the rear screen defroster, and Niagara 9 12 19 13 good at more than one thing. metres. that was handy to have. Sheridan 10 10 21 17 The previous generation Acu- However, on one of my highway The TLX is a nice car to be in, ra TL SH-AWD, model year 2009 drives, in freezing rain weather, I and from the outside, it is also Conestoga 10 6 11 22 to 2014, was a car that blurred the couldn’t rely on the car to get me nice to look at. The design hasn’t lines quite well. It was a comfort- home, and at this time, I found its changed a lot when compared to the St. Clair 10 4 11 26 able luxury car, but was also quite steering to be a bit worrying be- last TL, and it’s not showy, instead enjoyable when you wanted to have cause I just wasn’t getting the feed- it is elegant. Boreal 10 2 4 27 some fun. It was a car that just felt back that I wanted. The car gripped Prices are good as well; the base Cambrian 10 0 1 30 good in your hands, thanks to its well however, never feeling out of model 2016 TLX is yours from communicative steering, and its 305 control. $35,290, while my loaded 2016 horsepower, 3.7 litres V6, not only All and all, it’s not the best car to TLX SH-AWD Elite tester stickers WOMEN’S BASKETBALL sounded good, but was also punchy. drive, but it does offer lots of good at $47,790. OCAA West Division Standings In short, it was a joy to drive. features. The interior is well made, Would I buy one however? No, Team GP PTS FOR AGA. Sadly, the TL is no longer being and my Elite trim model had an easy I’d work a bit harder, earn a little sold; in its place is the TLX mod- to use top spec infotainment system. more, so I can bring a 2016 Acura Humber 9 18 709 445 el, which first went on sale in 2015. The only complaint I had was RLX Sport Hybrid home, now that But, is it any good? that the heated seats switch is only is a great car. Fanshawe 9 14 621 466 I tested a TLX last year, but it was the more basic front-wheel St. Clair 9 14 609 427 drive model. I had been waiting to Mohawk 9 14 672 485 drive the SH-AWD, super handling and all wheel drive, model because Niagara 10 10 703 554 I wanted to see if the charms of the old TL SH-AWD still live on in the Redeemer 11 10 783 754 new model. Lambton The 2016 TLX SH-AWD has a 9 8 662 658 smaller engine than the previous Sheridan 10 4 454 646 car, displacing 3.5 litres. It is still a V6, but the peak power output Sault 9 2 388 673 is lower at 290 horsepower. How- ever, while the old TL had a six- Cambrian 9 0 332 825 speed automatic, the new TLX has a nine-speed automatic. Does the WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL extra set of gears help compensate OCAA West Division Standings for the lower power output? In all honesty, no. Team GP PTS FOR AGA. The TLX SH-AWD is fast enough, especially in its Sport+ Humber 9 18 27 2 setting, and its gear changes are a Fanshawe 12 18 29 14 tad quicker; however, the TLX just doesn’t feel as quick from the seat Niagara 9 14 21 10 of your pants, and it surely doesn’t sound as nice as the TL did. Cambrian 10 12 21 15 Couple that with its electric pow- St. Clair er steering system which lacks feel, 10 12 21 17 further dulling your driving expe- Sheridan 10 10 18 19 rience. Therefore, the new TL SH-AWD Redeemer 11 10 22 20 is not going to win over driving en- thusiasts, but perhaps that’s what Mohawk 9 4 7 21 Acura was going for. It is a car that Conestoga 10 2 8 27 does offer a lot of comfort, and it pretty much drives itself. When you Boreal 10 0 1 30 have its adaptive cruise control on, its lane departure warning system JanuaryJanuary 19,19, 20162016 OPENOPEN MICMIC HOSTEDHOSTED BYBY COLINCOLIN GRAYGRAY FROMFROM TEXASTEXAS KINGKING Out Back Shack - 8pm SIGN UP ON THE SPOT

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