Chris Donald
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How to create compelling heroes and villains in television
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I recently watched Demon Slayer, an anime on Netflix. I was very impressed and I’m excitedly waiting for its upcoming film’s global release and for the eventual second season. Anime typically wows me with its visual style and creativity—Demon Slayer is no exception. However, my favorite part of the show is how they build up…
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How to shoot your shot this virtual Valentine’s day
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Whether you’re a romantic or lone wolf, Valentine’s Day is never an easy holiday. When you’re single, you may feel unloved and loneliness is emphasized by couples posting their V-Day celebrations on social media. When you’re in a relationship, there’s pressure to conform to the holiday traditions and do something special for your significant other. …
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day While Social Distancing
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It would be a safe assumption to think this Valentine’s Day is going to suck. We can’t see each other, it’s as simple as that. How do you celebrate a romantic holiday without at the very least the presence of your paramour? It’s hard, I won’t deny that; but, we have options. There are plenty…
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How to break up with your partner
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As Valentine’s Day approaches, you can’t avoid the topic of relationships and whether or not you are in one. Chances are, many of you have been broken up with or have broken up with someone in your past—both of which are not fun, and feel a lot worse during this time of year. The honest…
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How will the comedy industry rebound after the pandemic
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It should be no surprise to anyone that COVID-19 and nation-wide lockdowns have taken a massive toll on the global entertainment industry. Movies are delayed, sports are isolating, reality television is bizarre. But no one has taken a hit quite like the comedy industry. A community so heavily relying on the feedback of a live…
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The Weeknd performs at 2021 Super Bowl halftime
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On Feb. 7, The Weeknd gave an unforgettable performance at the Super Bowl LV Halftime Show, lighting up the stadium with some of the biggest tracks of his career. The popular Toronto R&B artist is the first Canadian to perform as a solo headliner at the Super Bowl halftime. At Raymond James Stadium in Tampa,…
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Valentine’s Day traditions around the globe
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Have you ever wondered how holidays are celebrated around the world? In Russia, they eat pickles for Christmas. In Japan, they celebrate with Kentucky Fried Chicken on Dec. 25. But what about Valentine’s Day? What can we take away from the traditions of those around the globe? Well, here are just a few examples of…
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What is next for Twilight fans?
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Amidst the global pandemic, I think we have all found ourselves watching more movies and subscribing to more video streaming services. For me, it’s been Twilight. The Twilight series first started back in 2008, yet I still haven’t watched it until just this weekend. Immediately after the first film, I became very interested in the…
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Local charity Strong Start looking out for our future generations
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As the pandemic continues to fester, I’ve been contemplating different ways we can all assist our community. Whether it’s supporting local businesses, working our essential jobs or volunteering at a charity, now more than ever it is important to back each other as much as possible. During my research, there was one organization in particular…
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Celebrate Superbowl Sunday with these local delivery and pick-up options
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Feb. 7 marks Superbowl Sunday, the NFL’s championship game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. While you may not be able to go to your favourite sports bar or gather with your friends to watch the game, there’s no reason you can’t celebrate and cheer on your favourite team from home. …
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