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Loving themselves: big bellies and all

September 25, 2002

For centuries, women of the Middle East have been performing a dance that many European, North American and Muslim cultures still regard as shameful and vulgar because of the sexual suggestiveness of the dance moves.

Gambling their cocks away

September 11, 2002

Once a ceremonial tradition, Balinese cockfighting has turned into a gruesome gambling craze. Louie Diaz writes about what it’s like to be in the pit.

The future of the faith

For World Youth Day 2002, Toronto will play host to young Catholics from around the globe.

A boy named Daisy

February 13, 2002

He controls her. She only comes out when he lets her. He decides what she wears, how she styles her hair and how she behaves. He doesn’t let her sleep around. She’s Daisy, and you won’t hear her complain.

Northern exposure

February 6, 2002

Ryerson journalism grad Jennifer Kwan tells the harrowing tale of northern initiation, courtesy of an errant dog sled and some pups on thelam

Watch out… NINJAS!

January 30, 2002

Here, in this commercial studio with fluorescent tube lighting and white brick walls, the scent of musky sweat hangs in the air. This is where ninjas are made.

Beyond the borders

January 23, 2002

Sara Noori explores the work of Doctors Without Borders in Afghanistan.

Khat chewers bite into cultural controversy

January 16, 2002

The khat leaf has sparked controversy and has caused Toronto’s Somalis to routinely break the law to chew what they say is a drug at the cultural essence of their community.

A tantalizing promise of life’s answers

January 9, 2002

Questions linger after glimpse of Scientology

Santa’s reach tests the limits of faith

November 28, 2001

To some, it might not seem like a big event. The yearly invasion of glittering garland and baubles hanging from plastic tress decked with twinkling lights has become and ingrained image in our society.

Young natives find strength in culture

November 21, 2001

Native students at Ryerson are still looking to overcome stereotypes.

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