The Bull & Bear

11/05/2023

In Arts and Culture, Andy Goldberg compares The Strokes' "At the Door" and Fall Out Boy's "Sugar We’re Goin’ Down," exploring the various ways the music video functions as a medium of artistic expression.

How does a music video elevate a song or album? On a surface level, music videos add a visual element...

08/05/2023

In Arts and Culture, Madeleine O'Brien outlines the necessary criteria for a good book-to-film adaptation.

The film industry has long been influenced by popular literature. Film franchises such as The Lord of the Rings, Alice...

26/04/2023

Emily Meyran discusses Rachel Aviv's 'Strangers to Ourselves' and comments on the potential dangers of mental health labels.

In the past, receiving a diagnosis was deemed the end-all, be-all of one’s mental health journey. For some, it is...

22/04/2023

The pressure has never been higher in the West. Writer Henry Ceffalio shows why failure is unacceptable for Durant, Jokic, and many of basketball's biggest stars.

The key word to the Western Conference playoffs? Pressure. A loss this year is unacceptable for the Suns, Clippers, and Nuggets.

19/04/2023

Enjoy the university student's survival guide for Ramadan.

Some people don’t consider Ramadan to be a holiday. To them, a holiday is a day off from school or...

17/04/2023

Emma Copeland discusses the Canadian government's decision to expand the MAID program to persons with disabilities and the dangers this decision poses.

In 2021, the Canadian Supreme Court ruled that Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) law, which provides terminally ill individuals...

11/04/2023

Come grab a copy of the Bull & Bear's latest print edition today or tomorrow!

We are handing out copies in the hallway between McLennan and Redpath April 11th and 12th from 1:00-3:00!

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07/04/2023

In Arts and Culture, Gilad Maianski reviews McGill Drama and Theatre Department’s latest production of Good Morning, Townville!

Although the rain was pouring down last Friday evening, the atmosphere inside Moyse Hall was buzzing with excitement and anticipation....

04/04/2023

PSG's departure from the Champions League has become an annual tradition. Sports writer Philip He breaks down why Mbappé, Messi, and PSG keep disappointing.

PSG's departure from the Champions League has become a yearly occurrence. Why is PSG is failing? And what they can do to take the next step?

24/03/2023

The 2023 club season has been thrilling and surprising. Writer Zacharie Bouquet offers his thoughts and predictions on each of the top European Leagues.

The top five leagues in Europe have been full of surprises in 2023. We dive into the mainstays and new faces from each league.

22/03/2023

Priya Maiti discusses Jacinda Ardern's resignation and the increasingly popular phenomenon of burnout among politicians.

Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation as the prime minister of New Zealand on January 19th, 2023. Ardern was the world’s...

17/03/2023

Ariel Tozman discusses Prince Harry's new memoir "Spare" and its role in overshadowing the important topics of racism and misogyny within the British media.

Queen Elizabeth’s lubricant-esque face cream; Prince Harry’s “frost-nipped todger;” Prince William’s “alarming baldness;” these are the internet’s hot takeaways from...

16/03/2023

In opinion, Priya Maiti writes on Beyonce's controversial performance in the UAE and the ethics of celebrity accountability.

Hollywood and the adjacent music industry are notorious for their ethical compromises and refusal to hold their own accountable. While...

13/03/2023

In Arts and Culture, Chiara Dias Caronni reviews Damien Chezelle’s Babylon and comments on the unique viewing experience that only sitting in a cinema can produce.

Six p.m. struck, and there I sat, sunken in my seat, popcorn in hand. Straight ahead, the massive screen glared...

10/03/2023

In Arts and Culture, Arismita Ghosh reviews the AUTS' recent production of the iconic sixties musical, Hair!.

Moyse Hall was bustling with people and laughter as I entered the theatre for the Arts Undergraduate Theatre Society’s production...

25/02/2023

In opinion, Lydia Hamouda discusses Canada's failure to acknowledge its racist past and the knock on effects this has had on today's Black community.

I learned about Black History Month fairly young. For as long as I can remember, every February my teachers delved...

23/02/2023

In Arts and Culture, Maren Duffie reviews Suki Waterhouse's January 25th performance and comments on the consistent sexualization of female artists.

On the night of January 25th, a line consisting of primarily women stretched around the corner of St. Catherine and...

20/02/2023

Opinion writer Emily Meyran discusses unrealistic goals by diving into Quebec's climate change policy and the promise of the sale of only "zero emission vehicles" by 2025.

In 2020, Quebec announced they will ban the sale of gas-powered cars and begin the transition towards the sale of...

14/02/2023

The Bull and Bear Editors share their favourite representations of love!

We all have a favorite rom-com, romance novel, or love poem. Love can be found in everything. We asked some...

13/02/2023

In Arts & Culture, Andy Goldberg previews Le Phoque Off Music Festival in Quebec City with interviews from Alex Edkins of METZ and Marzye, two artists performing at the festival this week.

Kicking off yesterday in Quebec City, Le Phoque OFF Music Festival features a plethora of fantastic artists. The abundance of...

10/02/2023

In Arts and Culture, Arismita Ghosh reviews Taylor Swift's Midnights, released this past October, specifically critiquing its narrow-minded and individualistic view of feminism.

The first time I heard Taylor Swift’s Midnights, I thought the universe was playing some kind of cosmic joke on...

09/02/2023

Zacharie Bouquet discusses how Todd Boehly purchased Chelsea F.C last year and quickly signed a slew of young players to lenghty contracts. Will Boehly's strategy lead to success in the Premier League? Or, to a violation of UEFA regulations?

Todd Boehly purchased Chelsea F.C last year and quickly signed a slew of young players to lenghty contracts. Will Boehly's strategy lead to success in the Premier League? Or, to a violation of UEFA regulations?

06/02/2023

In Arts and Culture, Gaëlle Perron reviews Ethel Cain's album, Preacher’s Daughter, released in May 2022, highlighting Cain's innovation, boldness and impact as a storyteller and artist.

“These crosses all over my body remind me of who I used to be,” sings Ethel Cain in the introduction...

05/02/2023

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04/02/2023

In Arts and Culture, Andy Goldberg explores the unique ability of music to serve as a comfort in our everyday lives through the songs of Kid Cudi.

Why do certain songs bring us so much comfort? Music has a profound effect on many of our lives, helping...

02/02/2023

Opinion writer Ariel Tozman discusses the political and civil unrest in Myanmar whilst condemning the lack of Western media attention the conflict has received. Her article outlines how we can take our heads out of the sand and become more aware of international conflicts that are consistently ignored by both the news, and social media.

If you asked me about the political situation in Myanmar a month ago, you would have received a blank stare....

31/01/2023

In opinion, Berengere Fouqueray discusses how the increased accessibility of climbing Mount Everest has had drastic environmental and socioeconomic consequences and how wealthy, inexperienced climbers have turned the 'top of the world' into a tourist attraction.

Mount Everest has long been considered the end-all be-all of mountaineering. The summit, which is located along the China-Nepal border,...

28/01/2023

Opinion writer Priya Maiti highlights the unfair standard Hollywood holds women to in comparison to men. Her piece discusses the public's unequal treatment of celebrities like Olivia Wilde and Amber Heard given the lack of condemnation male celebrities such as Kevin Spacey and Woody Allen have received.

Why do people love to hate Olivia Wilde? When you search her name, “Olivia Wilde incel” comes up as one...

26/01/2023

In Opinion, Vishwa Srinivasan writes on Elon Musk and Twitter Regulation, calling for free speech within this 'digital time square.'

The recent Elon Musk-Twitter saga has made it apparent that Twitter, in its present structure, is fundamentally broken. Upon creation,...

23/01/2023

In Opinion, Emily Meyran discusses how American political institutions’ refusal to criminalize presidents has paved the way for Trump’s blatant erosion of established democratic principles.

Link to Article: https://bullandbearmcgill.com/politics-and-crime-trumps-war-against-democracy
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