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Government intervention likely in Air Canada labour dispute

Air Canada 767-300 C-FXCAA threat by Air Canada flight attendants to strike has the federal government considering intervening in the labour dispute. The flight attendants have rejected a deal made between the union and the airline. They plan to go on strike as early as Thursday.

 In a statement, the Labour Minister made it clear that work stoppage is unacceptable in this time of fragile economy. This is the second time a tentative deal has been rejected by the flight attendants.


Special ASFA By-Election Report - Katie Brioux for VP Communications and Promotions

She may be a rookie on the Concordia political scene but it’s not like Katie Brioux is new to the trade.

She is a fourth year specialization in Communications and Graphics Editor at the Concordian Newspaper.

She will try and take her art and communications skills to be the next Arts and Science Vice President of Communications and Promotions.


Special ASFA By-Election Report - Alexis Suzuki for VP Communications and Promotions

Alexis Suzuki is a third-year Concordia student. She’s running for the position of VP Communications and Promotions in the ASFA by-election.

“I’m really excited about the creativity this position could offer and just interacting with the students on a really personal level.” 

Alexis has a variety of interests she’d like to bring to the ASFA executive. She’s studying English, Art History and Studio Art. She’s also the VP External for Volunteers in Action.


Special ASFA By-Election Report - Paul Jerajian for VP External Affairs and Sustainability

Paul Jerajian has only been at Concordia for a year but that hasn’t deterred him from student politics.

Originally from Ville Saint Laurent in Montreal North, Paul’s number one priority is stopping the tuition hikes.

He plans to represent Arts and Science students in that fight as Vice President of External Affairs and Sustainability.

He says that his educational background makes him the ideal candidate to speak up in favour of a tuition freeze.


Special ASFA By-Election Report - Boris Degas for VP External Affairs and Sustainability

Boris Degas is a Biochemistry student at Concordia. He’s running for the position of VP External and Sustainability in the upcoming ASFA by-election. He’s in his last year at Concordia. 

“It’s going to be more work but I feel like it’s my last chance to get involved so I really have to do it.”

He’s trying to get into Law School and taking four science classes but has also been involved in the Concordia community.

“At the school, I’ve volunteered a lot. I’m part of the Concordia Alumni student team, I volunteered for the events at the start of the year. I also volunteered for the Orientation last year. And also for the residence a few times.” 


Quebec mother caught trying to drown children

A mother from Saint-Eustache, Quebec was arrested Monday morning after attempting to drown her two children.

The husband ran to assist his children after he was woken up by their screams.

Reports suggest that the mother planned to kill herself too.

The children were not injured but have been placed in youth protection.


Anthony Calvillo breaks all-time CFL passing record

Montreal Alouette’s quarterback Anthony Calvillo broke the CFL all-time passing record on Sunday.

The 39 year old’s moment came during a game against the Toronto Argonauts. He needed 258 yards going in to Sunday’s game to beat Damon Allen’s all-time record.

At the end of the third quarter Calvillo made a pass to an Alouette receiver who ran for a touchdown.

The pass brought Calvillo over the record and triggered a celebration on the field. Play was stopped for ten minutes. Players and fans showed respect for the quarterback.


Joe the Plumber to run for congress

U.S. Capitol

Samuel Wurzelbacher, also known as "Joe the Plumber" will be running for congress.

According to paperwork filed last week, Wurzelbacher plans to run as a Republican in Ohio's 9th U.S. House district.

In 2008, he rose to fame after question Barack Obama about his economic policies. Senator John McCain constantly cited from Wurzelbacher as "Joe the Plumber" during the presidential debate.


Six thousand attend Montreal rave

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One of Montreal’s biggest raves went off without a hitch. Over six thousand people attended the Black and Blue Festival at Olympic Stadium Sunday.

Eighteen DJs from around the world played from nine until noon the next day. Proceeds will go towards charities for people with HIV/AIDS.

Only one drug-related arrest was made. The suspect faces charges of drug trafficking and will go to court today.


iPhone 4S tops a million pre-sale orders

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One million pre-sale orders were made for the iPhone 4-S within 24 hours of its release. This is 400, 000 more than what was requested for the iPhone 4.

The iPhone 4-S still physically looks the same, but has quite a few new features. The camera shoots in a higher definition than the iPhone 4. The phone is also equipped with a virtual assistant called Siri. 


Jesper Just photo exhibition heightens senses

Sometimes its not in the words when the images say it all. The Jesper Just photographic exhibition wrapped up this past Saturday at Concordia’s Leonard and Bina Ellen Art Gallery. Audrey Folliot was there to take it all in.

Without words, sight and hearing feel heightened. Jesper Just’s short silent films sucked viewers in, causing the messages to penetrate the tip of the conscience.

Cathy Matovu says that dialogue-less movies help the viewer get a deeper understanding of the message the artist is trying to portray.


October 10th 2011

Read by Sarah Deshaies

Produced by Jacqueline Di Bartolomeo

Stories by Grégory Wilson, Esther Viragh, Pauline Mauche and Daniel J. Rowe


Habs top Jets in new team's opener

Canadian PressWelcome back to the NHL Winnipeg.

The Jets re-entered the NHL losing 5 to 1 to the Montreal Canadiens in Winnipeg. The over fifteen thousand fans were not discouraged by the scoreline though.

They chanted go jets go to end the game even though the hometeam trailed by four. In attendance for the sold out game were Prime Minister Stephen Harper and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman.

It was not all good news for the Canadiens yesterday. Michael Cammalleri and Jaroslav Spacek were injured in the game.


Six dead in car crashes over the long weekend

ctv.caIt’s been a horrifying weekend on the streets as six people died in car accidents, one possibly as part of a murder-suicide.

32 year-old Mathieu Cleary died last Friday after his car crashed right into the pick-up truck transporting his ex-wife, two children and his former in-laws.


Egypt tense after Cairo clashes

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Cairo clashes leave 24 dead and more than 200 wounded after Coptic church protest since Egypt's former President Hosni Mubarak was ousted in February.

The attack took place in Aswan province last week with Coptic Christians blaming on Muslim radicals.

Prime Minister ESSAM SHARAF said what was taking place were not clashes between Muslims and Christians but attempts to provoke chaos and dissent.

Funerals are to be held and the cabinet organizes an emergency meeting on Monday.


Compensation granted for the death of a Quebec student

Radio-CanadaA Quebec family will receive more than $340-thousand in damages for the loss of their son. François-Jacques Roussin was a student at Champlain-St-Lawrence College in Sainte Foy, Quebec. He died in 2004 while doing humanitarian work on an internship in the Dominican Republic. He was 18-years-old. The tragedy occurred when a wall collapsed during construction work at a school in the Dominican.


News, October 7th 2011

Read by Shaun Malley

Produced by Erica Bridgeman

Stories written by Judy-Ann Mitchell, Josh Nemeroff and Shaun Malley


Stephen Lewis ended his People vs. Cancer Tour at Concordia

Stephen Lewis concluded his People vs. Cancer speaking tour at Concordia last night. The former politician and UN ambassadorsaid students must join the fight against cancer.

One in three Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer. Half of these cases could be prevented. But as Stephen Lewis said the fight against cancer has met with “astonishing indifference.


October 6, 2011

Read by: Sofia Gay

Stories by: Joel Balsam, Emily Brass and Jacqueline Di Bartolomeo

Produced by: Carlo Spiridigliozzi


Polls predict McGuinty win on Thursday

Current Ontario premier Dalton McGuinty seems unlikely to be ousted in Thursday’s provincial elections.  That’s despite predictions early on in the campaign that Progressive Conservative leader Tim Hudak would swoop in and defeat McGuinty. Analysts say Hudak did not offer disgruntled voters a credible alternative to McGuinty. 

Political science professors Lydia Miljan summed up it up by saying Hudak squandered his opportunity for change.


Germans Continue the Nazi Hunt

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The German government is on the hunt for aging Nazis. Hundreds of dormant cases investigating death camp guards are being reopened.


Unions Join Occupy Wall Street Demonstrations

Occupy Wall Street Rally

Occupy Wall Street now has the backing of reputable American unions. Demonstrations against the American financial system are now in their third week.  

Thousands were out to protest on Wednesday with students and union-workers standing side-by-side. But the protesters are citing many different motives for protesting.


Apple and Sumsung are Butting Heads Once Again

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Samsung intends to halt the release of the new iPhone 4S in France and Italy with court injunctions.

Samsung is accusing Apple of two patent infringements dealing with wireless telecommunications technology.

Both companies have been fighting each other through the international legal system with over twenty claims filed in ten countries since April.

Samsung already have international patent infringement claims against the three previous iPhone models.


Apple Co-founder Dies of Cancer at 56

Steve Jobs

Social networks erupted last night when the world found out one of technology's heroes had died. Apple Chairman Steve Jobs lost his battle with pancreatic cancer at 56.

Jobs co-founded Apple from his garage in 1976. The high-tech company has since exploded, shooting to the top as one of the world’s most valuable brands.

He surprised many when he resigned as CEO on August twenty-fourth. Tim Cook has replaced Jobs as Apple’s CEO. 


October 5 2011

Read by Joel Balsam 

Produced by Michael Lemieux 

Stories by Joel Balsam and Sarah Moore


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