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UBC’s Dr. Ji-yoon An on why cinematic monsters are having a moment and her new course that explores what they reveal about us.
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What 45-per-cent tariffs mean for B.C.’s forest sector
Tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber have surged to 45 per cent, putting B.C.’s forest sector under extreme pressure. UBC forestry expert Harry Nelson explains what’s driving the dispute and what it could mean for mills, workers and communities.
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How to navigate cultural appropriation versus appreciation this Halloween
UBC’s Dr. Surita Jhangiani shares how Halloween costume choices can foster cultural respect and understanding through thoughtful reflection and empathy.
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Masculinity debated in the digital age
UBC Okanagan debate explores whether modern manhood is in crisis or simply evolving.
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After the flames: How fire-loving fungi help B.C.’s forests recover
UBC researcher Dr. Monika Fischer studies how fire-loving fungi like Pyronema and Neurospora help B.C. forests recover after wildfires by stabilizing soil, cycling nutrients and cleaning pollutants.
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Ghosts, aliens and Sasquatch: What Canadians believe in—and what they don’t
Nearly half of Canadians believe in at least one paranormal phenomenon, according to a new UBC study exploring ghost sightings, alien encounters and cryptid beliefs across the country.
