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Trump trips when asked to condemn white supremacy: what does this mean if he’s re-elected?
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With the United States federal election rapidly approaching in November, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to avoid American politics. On Sept. 29, the first presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden had several highlights which were later shared across social media in the form of clever memes mocking both candidates. However, a…
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Trump’s impatience to get back to the pre-pandemic state of affairs will make matters worse
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As I am sure everyone is aware, the world is basically shutting down due to COVID-19. In Canada, all non-essential businesses are closed and will stay closed for sometime. In certain states there have been stay-at-home orders put into place that require people to self-isolate. The impact is already harming the economy tremendously, and many…
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Nicole Morrison continues to make history as Hawks edge Warriors
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Coming off a loss against the eighth ranked McMaster Marauders on Jan. 24, the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks women’s basketball team was looking to take care of business against the Waterloo Warriors. With their previous matchup ending with a final score of 67-50 for the Hawks, expectations were not too high for the Warriors, but…
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Laurier’s season comes to a tough end
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Playoffs are an exciting enough time for sports fans, but to be treated to a trilogy was definitely a nice surprise for fans of Wilfrid Laurier University women’s soccer team. The trilogy began as the Golden Hawks faced the McMaster Marauders on Oct. 25. The game started out with a great level of energy and intensity from Laurier, as the rest that their starters were given…
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Hawks get valuable rest heading into the playoffs
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Having secured third place in the OUA West – regardless of any other outcomes after Saturday’s results – Wilfrid Laurier University’s women’s varsity soccer team took on the Brock Badgers Sunday in their final game of the season. With their spot secured, head coach, Barry MacLean decided to rest his starters with playoffs just around…
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UPDATED: Golden Hawks earn bye in record breaking game
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With school and national records on the line and a first-round bye in reach, the Golden Hawks had –arguably – their best performance of the season. The game would start out with both teams going two-and-out multiple times, playing well on defense. The downfall for both squads? Penalties, and more penalties. On Laurier’s third…
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Golden Hawks earn bye in record breaking game
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Coming into today’s game, the Golden Hawks knew what they had to do to secure their fate and – in dominant fashion – they made it clear what their destiny would be. The game started out with both McMaster and Laurier’s teams playing good defense – and a lot of penalties. On Laurier’s third…
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The concerns around Trump’s UN address
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The events that occurred between Sept. 19 and Sept. 22 will be looked upon by future generations as the origin of a diplomatic crisis that ignited full-scale warfare. On September 19th, President Trump gave a 41 minute speech to the United Nations that had an oddly composed character to it, which is strange for him.…
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Golden Hawks extend win streak against the Marauders
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Coming off of two straight wins last weekend versus Algoma, the Golden Hawks came out looking to get a third straight and continue their high level of play against the McMaster Marauders. On a day where the weather was favouring nobody, the women put on one of their best performances of the season to date.…
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Men’s soccer unable to hold onto win against McMaster
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The Laurier men’s soccer team battled with the McMaster Marauders on Friday. The game ended with a late goal by McMaster resulting in a disappointing tie for Laurier. Coming off a two game win streak, the Hawks played Friday’s game with competitive confidence. The start of the season has been difficult for the Hawks, Coach…
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