VOLUME 50, ISSUE 8 — halloween edition (october 30, 2023)
From ghastly waste to green treats: A sustainable Halloween guide
The environmental horror story of Halloween and what can be done to celebrate sustainably.
The real skeleton in the closet from a single night of festivity is the scary amount of waste generated by…
The fun of The Five Faces for Evelyn Frost
Translated by Steven McCarthy and directed by Anita La Selva, Theatre Erindale’s first production of the 2023-24 season signifies unity in the digital age.
As stated in the program description, The Five Faces of Evelyn Frost is a “play about social media and human…
Horror on Health: Does watching movies make us sick?
Scary movies throughout the years have had negative psychological effects on their audiences.
Research suggests the 1973 acclaimed horror movie The Exorcist is a psychiatric hazard to viewers. An adaption of a novel…
Associate Professor Mairi Cowan on her book The Possession of Barbe Hallay
A look into the past led UTM Professor Mairi Cowan into a “precarious” world of demons and witches.
On October 26, 2023, the University of Toronto Mississauga’s (UTM) ninth annual Celebration of Books took place. It was co-hosted…
Cutting-Edge Horror: Five Cult Classic Slasher Films
These originals make for a chilling and memorable Halloween movie marathon night!
This year gave us remakes, sequels, and prequels of horror movies that nobody asked for. The original movies are cult…
Halloween 2023 Goal: More Treats than Tricks
Cannabis candies pose a new threat to Halloween joy and children's safety, with pediatric hospitalizations doubling in regions where edibles are legal.
The joy and thrill of Halloween have always been accompanied by a few parental concerns. While concerns about strangers and…
A guide to UTM’s Halloween frights and festivities
Many events to celebrate Halloween will take place at UTM, giving students the chance to experience thrills and frights alongside their friends and peers.
Amidst the red and orange hue created by the falling leaves, the festive spirit of Halloween has returned once more…
the power of the pumpkin
The nutritional benefits and history of pumpkins.
The pumpkin is closely affiliated with Halloween both as a food item and as the iconic jack-o’-lantern. The term “jack-o’-lantern”…
Spooky News Briefs
Accessible Trick-or-Treating in Canada Communities and organizations have collaborated to create specialized Halloween Villages across Canada as a part of…
Boo! Did my costume scare you?
Cracking the whip on my iconic Indiana Jones costumeKarissa Harrypersad My most memorable Halloween costume was inspired by one of…
The Medium’s Spooky Stories
Snake the DrainRiver Knott The bathroom sink wasn’t draining, again. I spat out my toothpaste with a resigned groan and…
Editorial: Why everyone should take a bit of a break
Taking a break may not seem intuitive, but it may be the best thing you can do for yourself and your academic performance!
It’s prime midterm season. We know how spooky that can be. This time of the year, it’s easy to get…
Sweet and spooky
The haunting effects of sugar on your body.
Let’s explore the spooktacular effects of sugar on your body! Beware the cravings for sugar haunts your mind like a…