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Should the Indianapolis Colts panic after shock 24-0 defeat against the Jacksonville Jaguars?
The NFL season started with high hopes and expectations for the Indianapolis Colts. They improved their team in the offseason, acquiring multiple big name players. One of those players was former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Ryan was once the NFL MVP and played in Super Bowl LI back in February 2017 (New England Patriots 34-28 Atlanta Falcons). He took over from Carson Wentz, who was traded to the Washington Commanders.
5 ways the Denver Broncos can improve for Week 2 of the NFL Season
Despite putting in a decent performance in Week 1,some key mistakes meant the Denver Broncos left Seattle with a loss. In Week 2 Denver have a very winnable game against the Houston Texans. The Texans surprised the NFL world when they tied with the Indianapolis Colts in their game on Sunday. If the Broncos are going to rebound this week and secure a victory, there needs to be improvements throughout the team. Here are five ways the Broncos can improve for Week 2 of the NFL Season: #1.
Blue Jays fans have lots to look forward to in 2022 MLB season
Photo from @BlueJays Twitter The Toronto Blue Jays are ready for the 2022 MLB season and they need to have a good year. The Blue Jays were eliminated from playoffs last season due to being in the toughest division in baseball. To put it in perspective, four of the five teams in the Blue Jays division had more wins last season than the World Champion Atlanta Braves. Due to the rules, only 3 of them can make the playoffs, and unfortunately, the Jays were the odd team out.
Sonic The Hedgehog 2 - Spoiler-Free Review
Photo from @SonicMovie Twitter After the first Sonic movie, fans were anticipating what would come next from the film adaptation of the classic video game. The film’s end left Eggman played by Jim Carrey, left alone on Mushroom Planet after trying to kill Sonic. The day is saved and everyone believes they have seen the last of Eggman. This film picks right back up with Eggman’s time on the Mushroom Planet as he encounters and befriends Knuckles, an old foe from Sonic’s past.
London Knights must regroup after tough weekend
Photo from @GamedayLondonON Twitter It was a long and stressful weekend for the London Knights. The Knights played 3 games in 4 days and were unable to get a win. They faced tough competition and suffered the consequences of having no rest. With only 6 games left in the season, and the race for playoff seeding heating up, this low point could not have come at a worse time. The first game of the four days was against Flint.
Morbius - Spoiler-Free Review
Photo from @MorbiusMovie Twitter Morbius is the newest villain origin movie in the Sony/Marvel Spider-Man universe. It stars Jared Leto as Doctor Michael Morbius, a doctor with a deadly illness that causes him to need constant blood transfusions to survive. Morbius has been in search of a cure for his illness to save himself and his friend Mylo played by Matt Smith who happens to have the same illness.
Fanshawe Men’s Indoor Soccer team going for it all
Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Twitter The Fanshawe Men’s Indoor Soccer team is primed and ready for the playoff rounds of the OCAA Provincial Championships. Both the Men’s and Women’s indoor soccer teams qualified for the OCAA Provincial Championships with stellar showings at the Regional Championships. Those took place just a few weeks ago. Now, in the first round of games, the Men’s ended up moving on to the elimination round. Unfortunately, the Women’s team was unable to do the same.
State of Play Recap: Hogwarts Legacy looks amazing
Photo from @Playstation Twitter In Sony’s most recent State of Play, a deep dive into the upcoming game Hogwarts Legacy was the only item presented. Hogwarts Legacy is an upcoming open-world RPG game based in the wizarding world of Harry Potter. You will have the freedom to build and create your wizard, the newest student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
London Knights look to extend win streak
Photo from @SportsXpressON Twitter The London Knights have flipped the script. Last week, they were in the middle of a disastrous losing streak. The team was performing poorly on the defensive end, and they lost Goalie Brett Brochu to injury. However, this week, the story has completely changed as the Knights are firing on all cylinders. The Knights have won two in a row, with their most recent win against Saginaw. Despite the victory, some holes in London’s game could be patched up.
Fanshawe dominates OCAA Indoor Soccer Regionals
Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Twitter Fanshawe’s athletics program has carried a standard of excellence with them in every sport. But no one could have predicted how well the Falcons would have done in the Indoor Soccer Regionals. The Falcons dictated the atmosphere and pace of the Regionals as they stood up to every foe like a King heading into the battle. Both the Men’s and Women’s teams showed that Fanshawe is a force to be reckoned with.
Photo from @LondonKnights Twitter The London Knights have recently found themselves in a slump. The defensive performances have been lackluster, and they have lost star Goalie Brett Brochu to injury. The Knights have lost game after game with no signs of a rebound in sight. That was, at least, until this past weekend. The Knights took on the Sarnia Sting in Sarnia. The Sting has been a thorn in the Knights’ side this season.
“Now this year, everything went back to normal.” - Hannah Travel positive about near future
The traveling industry has gone through some tough times during the Pandemic. With restrictions changing all the time & Covid-19 cases rising worldwide, most have not been able to travel since the start of the Pandemic. We have now been in this Pandemic for two years, but have things improved for those in the travel industry. A local Travel Advisor, Hannah Travel, shares her business experiences through the Pandemic.
London Knights continue to be stuck in a slump
Photo from @GamedayLondonON The London Knights have now lost three games in a row. Since the overtime victory against Windsor on March 4th, the team has been in a straight downfall. In those three games, the Knights have put up some of their worst defensive showings of the season. Toughening up on the defensive end will be the key to returning from this slump. Only a few defensive players were close to breaking even on the plus-minus statistic in the three losses.
NFL offseason moves cause power shift in the league
Photo from @NFLonFOX Twitter It doesn’t happen every season, but sometimes a move occurs in the NFL that changes the power rankings completely. This year in just over a month, this offseason has produced multiple massive moves. These are not just smaller trades either. These moves have set some teams up to go from a bottom-ranking team to a Super Bowl contender. These are all the most significant moves so far in the NFL offseason and how they have impacted the league’s power rankings.
Fanshawe enters Volleyball playoffs with everything to gain
Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Twitter Fanshawe’s road in the Volleyball playoffs begins tonight. The Men & Women will travel to take on the mighty Mohawk Mountaineers. Although the road to the playoffs has not been easy, players are optimistic about going into these matchups. Both the Men & the Women have had mediocre seasons and currently are in the middle of losing streaks.
Disney Investors Day Recap - Trailers, Announcements, & More!
Photo from @GameSpot Twitter Disney Investors Day is a yearly presentation that lays the groundwork for content to come and recaps the past year of successes for the company. This year the focus was on the 100th Anniversary of Disney. Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek was the one to present the whole event. Chapek promised many plans to come to celebrate the century of Disney and said more details would be given at a later date.
Rebounding will not be an easy task for the Knights
Photo from @GamedayLondonOn Twitter The London Knights, unfortunately, suffered their 14th loss of the season. The loss came to the Windsor Spitfires on Sunday. The Knights lost that game 6-4 in a poor defensive showing that resulted in the team trying to play catch-up. That is no way to win hockey games. The Knights will have to be rebound from this slump, but the task will be much harder than expected.
Fanshawe earns 3 medals at OCAA Badminton Championships
Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Twitter At the OCAA Badminton Championships, Fanshawe was up against the best of the best. The tournament ended with three medals going to Fanshawe in some very close matchups. These medals were won in both men’s and women’s competitions, making Fanshawe very proud. The first medalist came in the Women’s Singles competition. It would end up being a Bronze medal after both Zoya Virk and Morgan Grant lost in the semi-finals.
Fanshawe Women’s Basketball struggles continue
Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Twitter The Fanshawe Women’s Basketball team lost again in a challenging close game against Sheridan. The final score was 57-53. This extends the Falcons losing streak to 6 in a row. This is also yet another in a string of winnable games, but Fanshawe just could not come out on top. The defensive side of the ball was up to the task, with three players getting ten or more rebounds.
Parents upset over ongoing restrictions in High School sports
While most restrictions have been lifted, some school boards still choose to restrict parents from coming to their kids’ sports games. The choice has been angering some parents who have waited to cheer their kids on from the sidelines. Unfortunately, by recent reports, it seems they will have to wait longer. The Thames Valley District School Board has said they will consult with the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) and senior administration before making any changes.
2 years of Covid-19 restrictions in College/University
This month marks two years since the first Covid-19 restrictions in colleges and universities around the province. Since then, they have shifted to either online learning or a mixed learning experience. Some students have enjoyed the shift, while some have hated the experience. Finally, after two years, it appears we could be moving towards a time when classes are moved back into the classroom. But, the effect it will have on students who are now used to online learning will be a potential problem.
The Batman - Spoiler-Free Movie Review
Photo from @TheBatman Twitter Batman is a franchise that is older than I am. But still, to this day, they are finding new ways to bring the caped crusader to the big screen. The Batman has Bruce Wayne, played by Robert Pattinson, going up against the Riddler, a psychotic mastermind that likes to play games with his enemies. Finding and defeating the Riddler will take more than just vengeance from the shadows. Matt Reeves took the mantle of director of this film.
London Knights are finally back to normal
Photo from @LondonKnights Twitter After a long stretch of mandatory vaccine passports and limited capacities, the London Knights are back in front of a packed house. Tonight’s game against the Guelph Storm will be the first in a long time that feels like normal. Vaccine passports will not be required, and the arena will be at full capacity. As a result, the hype for this game could not be any more considerable. Update on provincial guidelines.
Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Twitter The Fanshawe Men’s Basketball team is the opposite of their Female counterparts. While the Women’s team is on a losing streak, the Men’s team has won two games in a row. The team’s current record is 3-4. Their losses have been in close games that could have gone either way. Capitalizing on those opportunities is essential, but Fanshawe’s record does not display their team’s skill. Fanshawe’s offense has been red hot, scoring almost 90 points per game.
Fanshawe looking to break their unfortunate streak
Photo of Alison Cotton - Photo from @FanshaweFalcons Facebook A streak in sports can either be good or bad. Unfortunately for the Fanshawe Women’s Basketball team, their current streak is losing. The team has not won a game in 5 games after winning their first game. In addition, Fanshawe has failed to capitalize on some winnable games in the five-game losing streak. Fanshawe’s Women’s Basketball team has struggled on offense this season.
Traveling for Spring Break in 2022
Spring Break is one of the most popular times of the year to travel. Destinations like Miami Beach, Panama City Beach, and Fort Lauderdale have seen hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Unfortunately, the Pandemic has thrown a wrench in Spring Break, adding travel problems and destination restrictions. To get an idea of how traveling for Spring Break this year is, I talked to a recent traveler and a travel advisor about what to expect.
Murder Documentaries have taken over the world’s tv screens. There is no one type of documentary more popular, but why is that? Why do documentaries about Ted Bundy or Charles Manson cause such an impact? I talked to a Director and a Murder Documentary die-hard to understand the appeal. To start, Sabryna Drake is in love with murder documentaries. Drake starts by labeling what quality can make or break a murder documentary. “There’s just something about unsolved murders that creeped me out.
Nostalgia and why we are so powerless to it
Nostalgia is one of the most powerful feelings we have. We are drawn to it, and we crave it all the time. Every generation and every era has a moment or a sound that has become so iconic that it immediately will remind you of your past. Like in the 80s with kids growing up watching Star Wars in theaters. Like in the 90s with wrestling fans seeing the ascension of Stone Cold Steve Austin. In the 2010s, we recently saw the rise of the Marvel franchise and the Avengers films.
The INN’s grand opening aids St. Thomas’ homeless issue
From 'Inn Out Of The Cold St.Thomas-Elgin' Facebook Page It is no secret that the Pandemic has impacted the homeless situation. Restrictions and closures have left some without work which has led to poverty. This has led to some being left without a place to go. This has ended up raising the amount of homeless. In St. Thomas, the situation is no different, and up until this point, the city has been left without permanent 24/7 housing services.
Restaurants taking advantage of Sports despite restrictions
There is no other business that has been hit harder by the pandemic than Restaurants. The constant changing restrictions and indoor dining opening and closing have left them scrambling to survive. With the restaurants now being open for indoor dining with 50 percent capacity, there has not been a better time all year for them to be available for business.
Staying fit despite the freezing temperatures
With winter days and nights getting colder and colder, staying fit has become a challenge. Gyms are restricted from allowing full capacity, and the capacity they do allow gets filled very quickly. Home workouts can also only get you so far, but luckily there are workouts that you can do outside, even during these freezing times. You may think it sounds crazy to work out in the cold, but Personal Trainer Micaela McClean shares that there are benefits to doing so.
Disappointing Playoff rules have become too common in Sports
Photo is of Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes - Photo from @NFLonCBS Twitter Over the past few years, Playoff rules have repeatedly come into question. Sports like Hockey & Football have seen their Playoff rules questioned over how good they are for the sport. These moments have disappointed fans recently as recently as last weekend in the NFL Divisional Round game between the Bills and Chiefs. The Chiefs overcame the Bills in their Divisional Round playoff game.
EA announces 3 upcoming Star Wars games
Photo from @Respawn Twitter Electronic Arts have announced three new upcoming Star Wars games. The games have been announced to come from the gaming company Respawn Entertainment. Respawn Entertainment is best known for the hit battle royale Apex Legends. They have also in the past made games like Medal of Honor and Titanfall. They usually specialize in first-person-shooters but have done some 3rd person action games in the past, like their previous Star Wars game, Jedi: Fallen Order.
NFL Conference Championship Weekend Preview - Storylines, Matchups, and More!
Photo from @NFL Twitter It has all come down to this. Four NFL teams remain as we head into the second last round of the NFL Playoffs. Only two teams can win and head to the Super Bowl. This year has a chance to be different as three of the four remaining teams have not won a Super Bowl recently, if ever. History could be guaranteed after this weekend but let’s break down exactly what to expect in the 2022 NFL Conference Championship Weekend. Cincinnati Bengals vs.
Why Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision-Blizzard is a big deal
Photo from @Xbox Twitter Microsoft has made another massive purchase, and this time, it is the gaming phenom of Activision-Blizzard. The deal is worth an estimated near 70 billion dollars. Activision-Blizzard is one of the most prestigious companies in the gaming world. Their properties rank among some of the highest-selling products each year. Games like World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, and Overwatch has dominated the gaming world for years, and now they will be under Microsoft’s control.
Why 2022 will be a memorable year in Entertainment: Part 2 - Gaming
Photo is of Aloy in Horizon Forbidden West - Photo From @Playstation Twitter 2022 is set to be one of the most significant years in entertainment history. Massive projects that have been planned for years are now set to come to light and astound us. Everything from movies to music will impact us in ways you could only dream about. This year will be so big that it will take more than just one article to cover it all. This will be a four-part series showing you why you should be excited for 2022.
Why 2022 will be a memorable year in Entertainment: Part 4 - Movies
Photo from @MarvlUpdates Twitter 2022 is set to be one of the most significant years in entertainment history. Massive projects that have been planned for years are now set to come to light and astound us. Everything from movies to music will impact us in ways you could only dream about. This year will be so big that it will take more than just one article to cover it all. This will be a four-part series showing you why you should be excited for 2022.
Why 2022 will be a memorable year in Entertainment: Part 1 - Music
Photos from each artists Twitter accounts - Collage by Zane Kane 2022 is set to be one of the most significant years in entertainment history. Massive projects that have been planned for years are now set to come to light and astound us. Everything from movies to music will impact us in ways you could only dream about. This year will be so big that it will take more than just one article to cover it all. This will be a four-part series showing you why you should be excited for 2022.
NFL Super Wild Card Weekend Preview - Storylines, Matchups, and More!
Photo from @NFL Twitter The NFL Playoffs are finally here. The road to the Super Bowl begins as the Tennessee Titans and Green Bay Packers enjoy their first-round bye weeks. Then, the rest of the teams receive their first playoff action test, and for some teams, it will be their most challenging game of the year. These are all the matchups for this weekend’s Super Wild Card Weekend. Las Vegas Raiders vs.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Spoiler-Free Review
Photo from @therealsupes Twitter Spider-Man: No Way Home is the newest film from Sony and Disney, and they hit it out of the park. The film picks up after the previous movie’s events when the world found out Peter Parker was Spider-Man. The film follows his struggles to deal with this occurrence as he desperately tries to regain his everyday life. The film sees the return of classic Spider-Man villains like Doc Ock, Lizard, Sandman, Green Goblin, and Electro.
Clothing Store during Holidays “a bit slow right now”
The snow is falling, the lights are going up, the trees are shining bright, and that Christmas energy is in the air. Christmas is soon, and with that comes the frenzy of getting gifts for everyone on your list. You would think that with the loosened restrictions this year, the retail business would be booming. Everyone would be out spending money and buying gifts. But you would be surprised how the year truly has been for clothing stores specifically.
The Game Awards - Recap, Announcements, & Winners
Photo from @thegameawards Twitter The Game Awards 2021 is the first Game Awards back, with fans in attendance since the start of the Pandemic. There have been so many great games this year. Games like Resident Evil 8, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Deathloop, and It Takes Two dominate the nomination lists. As per usual, the game awards will announce and reveal many upcoming games. The reveals packed quite a punch at this year’s game awards.
Canada’s Athlete of the Year has been announced
Photo from @TSNCanada The 2021 Lou Marsh Award winner has been announced. The Lou Marsh Award is for the Canadian Athlete of the Year. The award started in 1936. It was named in honor of Lou Marsh, a Canadian athlete, referee, and former sports editor. The Trophy has been awarded 79 times and won by 62 individual athletes and three pairs. Hockey Legend Wayne Gretzky has the most trophies with a total of 4. The award winners have been athletes in many sports, from swimming to auto racing.
Five takeaways from Week 13 of the NFL Season
Photos from @NFL Twitter - Collage created by Zane Kane The NFL continued to stun with yet another fantastic week of Football action. Teams took command of divisions, and teams lost control of playoff spots. Every win matters as we move towards the Playoffs with a month left. So what teams won and what teams lost? These are five takeaways from Week 13 of the NFL Season. Lions Finally Win! The Detroit Lions have finally won a game this NFL Season.
6 gift ideas for College students this Christmas
Getting a gift for someone can be challenging, especially for college students. Knowing the latest trends and hot items can be a daunting task, but there are certain things every student would benefit from. To help your purchasing this season, these are six gift ideas that College students could use. Galaxy Light Projector It is all about aesthetics. The Galaxy Light Projector makes your room into a magical light show in seconds.
Monday Night Football Preview: Bills vs. Patriots
Photo of Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick - Photo from @NFLOnCBS Twitter In what will most likely be the coldest football game of the year so far, the AFC’s hottest team the New England Patriots take on the Buffalo Bills. The Bills and Patriots games are always classics as their heated rivalry has stemmed all the way back to the days of Tom Brady as a rookie.
London Knights vs. Kitchener Rangers - Knights Game Preview
Photo from @LondonKnights Twitter The London Knights are looking to rebound after an unfortunate loss to the Sarnia Sting. The loss came this past Saturday at the Teddy Bear Toss game at Budweiser Gardens. Nolan DeGurse got the game-winning goal on an unfortunate play that left Knights Goalie Brett Brochu out of position. The Knights need to get some momentum back and what better way to do that than with a rivalry game against the Kitchener Rangers. Tough one.
London Knights: Trade Alert, Capital City Challenge, World Junior Selections, and Game Previews
Photo of Knights Goaltender Brett Brochu - Photo from @TSNHockey Twitter It has been a week to remember for the London Knights as they have stood out on a national level, acquired a new forward for the team, and had players selected to represent Canada in the World Juniors. This is the latest news surrounding the London Knights. Trade Alert The London Knights have a new player coming to the team. They traded a 2023 10th round pick for Right Winger Tye McSorley.
Vanier Cup Preview: Can the Mustangs win it all?
Photo of Mustangs Lineman Deionte Knight - Photo from @LFPress Twitter The Western Mustangs are one win away from being crowned the Vanier Cup Champions. The Mustangs are taking on the Saskatchewan Huskies in the big game this Saturday. It should be one of the best games of the season as the Mustangs and Huskies both have high-powered offenses that can put a lot of points on the board. The Mustang’s story has been that the run game has been their biggest strength this season.
Five NFL games you need to see in Week 13
Photo of Broncos Cornerback Pat Surtain - Photo from @DenverBroncos Twitter There are six weeks left in the NFL regular season, and every game matters as teams fight for their playoff lives. Divisions like the AFC West and AFC East remain close with no clear leader. Award campaigns are also starting to take shape as the question of who the MVP will be, begins to be more predictable.
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