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Bronze is the new gold
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Well, it was no question that in 17 days, Canadians replaced the shine of gold for the naturally tarnished bronze. Whether that is a feat in itself — 12 bronze in an Olympic competition where, let’s face it, we’re not exactly that strong — or an absolute embarrassment, is up to the viewers. But…
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The Cord on Sports: Has NBC heard of this Internet thing?
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The other day I had the “brilliant” idea to write a blog about how the media have covered this summer’s Olympics. Unfortunately, Bruce Dowbiggin beat me to the punch in Monday’s Globe and Mail. Dowbiggin does a good job saying what we’re all thinking, but I’d like to highlight two things. First: thank you Bruce for reaffirming…
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The Cord on Sports: Long NHL contracts a danger to the game
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What is with these insanely long contracts being thrown around in the NHL these days? First Sidney Crosby signed a massive 12-year $104.4 million extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins (where he will become the highest paid player in the NHL per year), then Zach Parise and Ryan Suter also agreed to 13-year contracts with Minnesota.…
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Open Cord: Most hated viral video
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Question: Last week we talked about our favourite viral videos but let’s face it, some of them can be downright enraging. Which “funny” viral video managed to do nothing but piss you off? Marissa Evans, Lead Reporter I’m not sure if this is considered a “viral video” and I don’t even remember the name of…
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Cord International: Theatre shooting signals larger problem
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Everyone hails that we live in a modern, civilized society; but do we? Early in the morning of July 20, reports began to trickle in regarding a mass shooting late last night that occurred during the premiere of Batman: The Dark Knight Rises in Aurora, Colorado. So far, 12 victims have been declared dead, and up to…
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The Cord on Sports: London 2012: Who will you be rooting for?
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The countdown is on to one of the most highly anticipated moments of the year. It explains why cities that thrive off tourism and hospitality are diminishing this year, I can speak from experience where my typical dislike for Niagara Falls at this time of the year is at an all-time low. But everyone has…
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Open Cord: Favourite viral video
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Question: Like it or not, viral videos have become a massive part of today’s pop culture. Some are hilarious, some are just stupid, some are so stupid that they’re hilarious. Think back to all the time you’ve wasted on YouTube, which video stands out above the rest and why? Carly Basch, Life Editor Ok, this…
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The Cord on Sports: Sex is our new favourite sport
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Everyone’s favourite closet topic is always sex. And everyone’s favourite time of the year is when the Olympics come around. So why not combine the two? Just recently there has been a frenzy of posts being released by the media talking about how so many Olympic athletes are putting away their training shoes in their spare time in…
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The Cord on Sports: Blue times for the Jays
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It seems like just when things are going right for the Toronto heroes, the snowball effect always gets them. It was only days ago that Jose Bautista hurt his wrist in a swing. He’s now on the 15-day disabled list. What else happens? Brett Lawrie goes leg first into an unpadded railing and bruises his calf. He’s…
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