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Michael Sun

Hamilton, Ottawa, Toronto
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Covers:  Sports, news (primarily local), profiles
Former Carleton University Journalism student/@CharlatanLive + @SportsOttawa Alum/@CURavens BBALL broadcaster

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Michael Sun’s Biography

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Journalist for the Charlatan, Ottawa Sports Page. Former Sports editor at Centretown News. Work has also appeared in Freestyle Skiing Ontario, the Hamilton Spectator and Capital News.

Current broadcaster for Carleton basketball. Masters of Journalism student at Carleton University. From Hamilton, Ontario.

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VIEWPOINT: Were the thrills generated by showcase 150 events worth the cost?

VIEWPOINT: Were the thrills generated by showcase 150 events worth the cost?

With the year coming to a close, there's time to reflect on the numerous sporting events Ottawa has hosted in…

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Viewpoint: Behind the threat of relocation

Viewpoint: Behind the threat of relocation

When NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said, in early November, that the Ottawa Senators and Calgary Flames neede…

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Viewpoint: Ottawa-curling community entering golden era with Roar of the Rings

Viewpoint: Ottawa-curling community entering golden era with Roar of the Rings

With Team Homan's unprecedented year of success, Craig Savill's recent international recognition and the upco…

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Exhibit showcases Sámi reindeer herders of Northern Europe

Exhibit showcases Sámi reindeer herders of Northern Europe

The Canadian Museum of Nature is featuring a photographic exhibit this fall that showcases the world of the S…

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Government scrambles to reference Jews on key plaque at new Holocaust Monument

Government scrambles to reference Jews on key plaque at new Holocaust Monument

By Michael Sun The federal government has removed and will replace a plaque at Ottawa's recently unveiled Nat…

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Curling sensation Rachel Homan nominated for international award

Curling sensation Rachel Homan nominated for international award

Ottawa curling sensation Rachel Homan has been nominated for the international Sportswoman of the Year Award,…

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Illegal mining intensifies under Lesufi's government - DA

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By Michael Sun
Illegal mining intensifies under Lesufi’s government, with 2,533 operations recorded over four years 20 July 2026 Illegal mining is thriving in Gauteng, leaving a trail of violence, environmental destruction, economic loss, and fear for surrounding communities. Despite these known threats, Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s government has failed to dismantle criminal syndicates driving this illicit industry. There are 2,533 illegal mining operations identified across Gauteng between 2022 and 2026.
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Morales pushes back on allegation that he shared privileged information

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By Michael Sun
| Yuma Sun Verified
Right before the Yuma City Council went behind closed doors to consider whether to censure Councilman Art Morales Tuesday, he spoke to the community for the first time in a prepared statement, requesting that the discussion be held in an open session. “I think it’s fair for the community that has been reaching out, that I have not responded to, to hear what I have to say,” he said, adding that he also wanted an opportunity for the legal counsel to hear where he is coming from.
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Public censure of council member on agenda

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By Michael Sun
| Yuma Sun Verified
The Yuma City Council Wednesday will consider formally censuring Councilman Arturo Morales for allegedly sharing privileged information with members of the public. An executive session to discuss whether to censure Morales is scheduled to take place after a work session on Tuesday. The council will also consider adopting the fiscal year 2027 primary property tax levy, the Main Street Mall and Off Street Parking Maintenance District No. 1 property tax levy and tax levies for 13 municipal districts.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Writing for the Charlatan

Have you ever used a typewriter?

no

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It's allowed people to receive and share their news quicker than ever and also allows people to interact with the news