AltWeeklies Wire
Cowboys and Gals Proudly Out Therenew
Queer culture and cowboys come together for the 17th annual Bud Light Canadian Rockies International Rodeo — this ain't your grandaddy's rodeo.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Kenzie Love |
05-20-2010 |
Sports
Canadian Private Hospital on Life Supportnew
After blowing up a downtown hospital, the province of Alberta sanctioned a private-care facility — one that was supposed to reduce surgical wait times and save taxpayers some money — which has now filed for bankruptcy.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Trevor Scott Howell |
05-20-2010 |
Science
Wanted: Females to Run Calgary's City hallnew
Who says it isn’t a man’s world? Since Calgary Mayor Dave Bronconnier announced earlier this year he isn’t seeking a fourth term in the fall civic election, not one female has stepped forward to bid for the mayor’s chair.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Trevor Scott Howell |
04-08-2010 |
Politics
Wineries are Leading the Charge Toward More Responsible Agriculturenew
The California wine industry is keenly aware of its effect on the environment and is taking significant steps to lessen its impact. Not only are wineries being encouraged to move away from using industrial chemicals, they are exploring other solutions.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Kevin McLean |
03-04-2010 |
Food+Drink
Prostitutes Peddle Co-operative Brothels to Protect Sex Workersnew
At 42, Susan Davis has worked in the sex trade for more than half of her life. She’s been raped more than 15 times since she began selling her body 24 years ago — once allegedly at knifepoint by convicted serial killer Robert Pickton. As well, a fellow prostitute she knew was mutilated and murdered by a john.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Trevor Scott Howell |
02-26-2010 |
Crime & Justice
Forced to Watch Ice Ballet? Better Get Drinkingnew
In celebration of one the most popular Olympic sports, figure skating, and to make it more enjoyable when your special friend makes you watch it, it’s time to discover Belgian-style beers. These beers are perfect for cheering on our Canadian figure skaters.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Mike Tessier |
02-26-2010 |
Food+Drink
'Mass Effect' Sequel is Dark and Intensenew
Mass Effect 2 (Electronic Arts; Xbox 360; rated mature), the second installment in a planned trilogy, takes place two years after Commander Shepard saved civilization from destruction by a horde of machines.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Blaine Kyllo |
02-18-2010 |
Video Games
The Bruichladdich Distillery, an Island Unto its Ownnew
If your image of Scotland is that of loyalty mixed with fierce independence, then it is Bruichladdich distillery that best embodies that image today.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Kevin McLean |
02-18-2010 |
Food+Drink
Canwest Global Communications is Accused of Unethical Adsnew
An environmental group is accusing Canwest Global Communications of blurring the lines between journalism and propaganda with its six-week ad feature on climate change.
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Trevor Scott Howell |
02-11-2010 |
Media
Sexy Times With Beer and Chocolate: When Two Aprodisiacs Combinenew
For those lucky enough to be struck by Cupid’s arrow, here are some natural aphrodisiacs that may tease, tantalize and titillate the taste buds and help put you in the mood for a trip to the bedroom this Valentine’s Day: chocolate and beer.
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Mike Tessier |
02-11-2010 |
Food+Drink
Colin Firth's Presence Elevates Tom Ford’s Directorial Debutnew
A deeply felt and slickly polished adaptation of a novel by Christopher Isherwood, the directorial debut by designer-turned-filmmaker Tom Ford primarily succeeds as a showcase for its star. Indeed, it’s exciting to see what Colin Firth can do when he’s pushed out of his comfort zone.
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Jason Anderson |
01-14-2010 |
Reviews
Almodóvar Gets Duplicitous With 'Broken Embraces'new
Broken Embraces is a strange little suspense film. It contains only a few strategic betrayals and outright deceptions, but a great many unspoken secrets and many lies of omission. Maybe it's too mature for the good old double-cross, but it is certainly not too subtle to include a few revelations and theatrical set pieces.
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Sean Stewart |
01-14-2010 |
Reviews
Rising Brew Culture: Japan is Producing Some World-Class Beernew
There’s another invasion coming from the land of Godzilla — an attack from Japan’s emerging craft beer scene. You may laugh at the notion of Japan making great beer, but it’s producing some of the world’s best, with 13 brews already on the shelves at Calgary beer stores.
Fast Forward Weekly |
Mike Tessier |
01-14-2010 |
Food+Drink
'Daybreakers' Blends Action with Toothy Social Commentarynew
It turns out that Daybreakers not only excels as a visceral thrill ride, but it addresses issues of human greed and short-sightedness with rare skill and originality. This is definitely a film worth seeing.
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John Tebbutt |
01-07-2010 |
Reviews
Quinn Peaks: Calgary-Bred Duo Reaches New Heights With Sainthoodnew
For every moment of unabashed sentiment in the pair’s music, there is a moment of calculated self-awareness, like the sisters are following their hearts. With their latest release, Sainthood, Tegan and Sara are finally letting go of their fixation on the mystery of their art, and just letting the songs be songs.
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Matt Learoyd |
01-07-2010 |
Profiles & Interviews
