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Trump meets Putin: Here's how U.S. and Russian summits have varied since 1943

Trump meets Putin: Here's how U.S. and Russian summits have varied since 1943

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) — Since the Second World War, meetings between U.S and Russian leaders have varied from civil to hostile to downright bizarre. Here's a look at some of the most notable summits between presidents and Russian heads of state over the years.

Thailand cave rescue inspires cartoons around the globe | CBC News

Thailand cave rescue inspires cartoons around the globe | CBC News

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) — The rescue mission that captured hearts around the world over the last two weeks might be over, but cartoons of hope and support are still flooding the internet. When 12 boys and their 25-year-old coach became trapped in the Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai, Thailand, a rescue mission involving over 1,000 people began.

RSU increases salaries and plans $400K concerts in private board meeting

RSU increases salaries and plans $400K concerts in private board meeting

theeyeopener.com — The Ryerson Students' Union (RSU) has approved motions to increase executive salaries by $11,000 and a $500 increase to board members during a board meeting on May 27, The Eyeopener has learned. The Board of Directors (BoD) meeting was held in Orillia, Ont. during an RSU retreat and was not accessible to the public.

Ryerson grads' production company behind new heritage minutes

Ryerson grads' production company behind new heritage minutes

theeyeopener.com — You probably remember watching them in school when you were younger. A one-minute clip used by your teacher during class that summed up an entire period in Canadian history. Now a group of Ryerson grads are contributing to Canada's history.

Ryerson equipment on lockdown after RCC computer thefts

Ryerson equipment on lockdown after RCC computer thefts

theeyeopener.com — Students and staff are struggling with Ryerson's new financial and security changes in response to recent computer thefts in the Rogers Communications Centre (RCC). In a statement to The Eyeopener , campus security reported eight thefts at the RCC this year, including two computer towers, a desktop and keyboard.

You can now renew your Ryerson email forever

You can now renew your Ryerson email forever

theeyeopener.com — From unlimited Google Drive storage space, to having a university-approved email address to submit to employers, having a student email account comes with a variety of perks for many students at Ryerson. Now, thanks to the school's new alumni Gmail policies you can keep your Ryerson email account for even longer after graduation.

Finding power through play: how BDSM can fuel confidence

Finding power through play: how BDSM can fuel confidence

theeyeopener.com — Reading Time: 6 minutes By Emerald Bensadoun Marianne LeBreton is suspended in mid-air, tied in an upside-down futumomo, legs bound together. The ropes cascade in intricate patterns, beginning at her ankles and working their way all the way around her wrists. The ropes arch her body backward. Her breathing steadies.

Murders and disappearances rattle Church and Wellesley community

Murders and disappearances rattle Church and Wellesley community

theeyeopener.com — Posters of missing men, all of whom fit an eerily similar profile, were stapled across telephone poles, plastered onto walls and taped on the inside of windows around Church Street. Those posters changed the perception of the Church and Wellesley Village for Emma Marcon and Joshua Labelle.

Are students trading their mental health for a co-op placement?

Are students trading their mental health for a co-op placement?

theeyeopener.com — Reading Time: 3 minutes By Emerald Bensadoun and Hayley Hanks The #BellLetsTalk hashtag will dominate social media feeds today, as people post to donate towards mental health initiatives and programs across Canada. As the national conversation around mental health widens, students are discussing how their mental health needs are addressed in mandatory co-ops and internships.

Everyday Acts Of Sexual Violence Are Far Too Common In Politics

Everyday Acts Of Sexual Violence Are Far Too Common In Politics

HuffPost Canada — In a country that prides itself in its gender-equal cabinet, the question of whether or not Parliament Hill is a safe space for women is rarely discussed. From hateful and misogynistic comments to sexual assault, women in Canadian politics continue to be targets of violence at various stages of their careers.