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Golden Hawks deliver Homecoming statement win over York
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Homecoming weekends are usually measured in crowds, noise and school spirit. In nearby Guelph, more than 5,000 people packed the streets this weekend, but celebrations spiralled into disorder, with reports of bottles thrown into crowds, street fights, damaged property, people climbing buildings and police deploying pepper spray to disperse revellers. In Waterloo, another crowd of nearly the same size gathered for a different reason. A homecoming… Read More
News
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Inside Laurier’s AI & Machine Learning club
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For many computer science students, landing that first co-op placement can feel like the most difficult step in their career. According to Ahmad Wali, president of Laurier’s AI and Machine Learning Club, that challenge is exactly what inspired the organization. Founded this year, the club aims to build a community for students interested in artificial intelligence, software development and emerging technologies. While open to all, the… Read More
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Jewish prayer scrolls vandalized at Bricker
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On the night of Sept. 12, 2026, Jewish Laurier students in two separate apartments at the Bricker Residence returned from their evening Rosh Hashanah celebrations to find their mezuzahs torn from their doorways and smashed. Rosh Hashanah marks the New Year in the Hebrew calander. It is one of the most significant holidays in the Jewish calendar. A mezuzah consists of a parchment scroll inscribed… Read More
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The Region of Waterloo Municipal Elections
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The upcoming municipal election taking place in Waterloo gives the community an opportunity to elect a mayor, ward councillors and School Board trustees. The election is taking place on Monday Oct. 26, 2026. To vote, confirm your voters’ registration by visiting Waterloo.ca. Select “Vote or run in an election” then click on “Check the voters’ list” to enter your information. Students can vote if they… Read More
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A new chapter for the Students’ Union
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We are so back, Golden Hawks. This summer, your Students’ Union (SU) was busy. To kick off The Cord’s coverage of this year’s SU team, here is an overview of what you might have missed in preparation for the coming academic year. Jessica Le will be kicking off her first year as the president of the SU, with 96 per cent of members voting in… Read More
Arts & Life
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Punk Rock Flea Market 2026
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The City of Kitchener is an ever-growing one that, despite being relatively small in comparison to Toronto, can be considered one of the fastest growing cities in Ontario. Much like the city, the KW art scene seems to be in full bloom, and it’s quite a beautiful thing to see. On Sept. 13, the Punk Rock Flea Market opened at noon and ran until 5… Read More
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Bricker Boys’ Bites #1: in crust we trust
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After a long day of moving in, the Bricker boys had one thing on their minds: food. Located at 15 King Street South in the heart of Uptown, lies a true hidden gem, Famoso Italian Pizzeria. Inspired by the pizzerias in Naples, Italy, Famoso has been blending traditional techniques with a modern dining experience since 2007. Whether it’s pizza, pasta or house-made salads, Famoso has a… Read More
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History of the Oktoberfest
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Since you’re living in the KW region, you’ve most likely heard of the KW Oktoberfest held every year from late September to mid-October. You’ve probably attended Oktoberfest yourself and seen the various folkish festivities going on. Maybe you’ve even seen the heritage time-teller in Waterloo, or the maypole and Glockenspiel in Kitchener. But have you ever wondered where this festival originates, and why it came into… Read More
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The new Lizzy McAlpine album, Angel
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Over two years after American singer-songwriter Lizzy McAlpine’s previous release, Older, she has released her fourth album, Angel. Announced in late July, the 14-track album officially dropped Sept. 18. Angel is an indie-pop/folk record that explores life, new love and growth after ending a long-term relationship, and the process of self-discovery, both inside and out of romantic and platonic relationships. In contrast with McAlpine’s previous body… Read More
Opinion
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In defence of the em dash
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If you’ve ever received a text or email from me, chances are, I’ve used an em dash. I LOVE em dashes – they’re the perfect punctuation. According to Merriam-Webster, the em dash can function like a comma, a colon, or parenthesis. Personally, I love using an em dash to change structure in a sentence, introducing unexpected thoughts or interjecting my own commentary – sometimes all three.… Read More
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Pothole politics
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With the Ontario municipal elections fast approaching, discourse about what the City of Waterloo needs from its mayor echoes throughout the city. This conversation unfolds amidst a political landscape that is continuously disconnected from its constituents. Too often, decisions are made behind closed doors, city hall meetings are held with minimal attention, and core issues go unanswered as the public simply trudges forward. After four… Read More
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High intelligence: merit or mass extinction?
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Before life began on this planet nearly four billion years ago, the closest thing to any form of life we would recognize was a variety of molecules bouncing around, occasionally interacting with each other, but never forming anything substantial or lasting. Carbon changed this: with its stability, flexibility, and ability to bond with up to four other atoms at once, more complex structures began to… Read More
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She who must not be named
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My first experience with Harry Potter was receiving a boxed set from my aunt for Christmas as a child. I went through all seven books in a matter of weeks, and became obsessed with hippogriffs, quidditch and portkeys. The appeal of the series for me was the themes of good overcoming evil and love conquering all. Love can stop death, or even bring someone back from… Read More
Sports
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Men’s Football Team Lose Tight Matchup vs Ottawa
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The Wilfrid Laurier University Golden Hawks fell just short against the Ottawa Gee-Gees on Sept. 12, 2026, dropping a hard-fought 20-18 decision at University Stadium in Waterloo. Laurier opened the game with confidence behind second-year Business quarterback Will Russell. A 16-yard completion to fourth-year Kinesiology receiver Ryan Hughes, followed by carries from third-year Geography major and running back Tayshaun Jackson, helped move the Golden Hawks into… Read More
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Max Scherzer Had a Remarkable August with the Blue Jays
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Three-time Cy Young Award winner. Eight-time All-Star. Two-time World Series champion. At 42 years old, Max Scherzer has little left to prove. After spending the prime of his career with the Detroit Tigers and Washington Nationals, establishing himself as one of the defining pitchers of his generation, Scherzer now finds himself in the final chapter of an already Hall of Fame-worthy career with the Toronto Blue… Read More
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Golden Hawks deliver Homecoming statement win over York
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Homecoming weekends are usually measured in crowds, noise and school spirit. In nearby Guelph, more than 5,000 people packed the streets this weekend, but celebrations spiralled into disorder, with reports of bottles thrown into crowds, street fights, damaged property, people climbing buildings and police deploying pepper spray to disperse revellers. In Waterloo, another crowd of nearly the same size gathered for a different reason. A homecoming… Read More
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Why the post-Kawhi era did not work out
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When Kawhi Leonard left the Toronto Raptors in July 2019, the assumption around the NBA was simple: the championship window had closed. Instead, Toronto responded with one of the best seasons in franchise history and created what remains the defining “what if” of the post-Kawhi era. The 2019-20 Raptors were not rebuilding. They finished 53-19, good for second in the Eastern Conference. Pascal Siakam became an… Read More
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