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World News Beat

EIC September 19, 2016

INDIA - Paralympian ranked third in the world Devendra Jhajharia broke his own record in the Paralympic Games in Rio. The paralympian, husband, and father of two children is now ranked third in the world for the men’s javelin throw. Not only did he beat his own record, but he also won India’s second gold medal in the Paralympic Games. With files from BBC News UNITED KINGDOM - It won’t be easy for Britons get into the EU Following Britain’s vote to exit the EU, Brexit negotiations have begun to show what this departure might look like. Reports have indicated…

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SFU football home opener offers free tuition contest

EIC September 19, 2016

Would you like the opportunity to win free tuition? All you have to do is attend SFU’s football home opener on September 17. SFU is kicking off its football season with a new contest, “Kick to Win Free Tuition” at…

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Satellite Signals

EIC September 19, 2016

Woodward’s Find the balance between video games, art, and dance in this exciting collaboration between lighting designers, dancers, and visual artists. This art installation and performance, Digital Folk,  showcases the intersection between communities and technology. Its interdisciplinary nature allows the…

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SFU satellite team shoots for the stars

EIC September 19, 2016

A group of SFU students are preparing to launch their aspirations and dreams into outer space for an ongoing competition. The challenge in question is the Canadian Satellite Design Challenge, a nationwide competition for building a cube satellite. “The SFU…

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SFU jumps headfirst into the world of social media

EIC September 19, 2016

It's been a little over a year since SFU’s 50th anniversary, marking an important milestone for the university and its students. Since the festivities came to an end, there have been some exciting ventures to improve the university's digital presence.…

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Future of Highland Pub uncertain as fall semester begins

EIC September 12, 2016

Burgers and brews at the Highland Pub won’t be a thing of the past — at least for the time being. In May, Martin Wyant, CEO of the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) spoke to The Peak in the wake…

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SFU and ResLife have failed women on campus

EIC June 17, 2016

[dropcap]P[/dropcap]rovided you don’t live under a rock, you have most likely heard of the three rape allegations against one male SFU student that have recently come to light. According to news reports, the alleged rapist was permitted to live on…

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SFU Labour Update

EIC November 8, 2012

A quick update on the SFU labour strike from the front lines. Created by Julian Giordano Special thanks to: TSSU Bryan Scott Alison Roach

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UAV Journalism

EIC May 28, 2012

The Peak's News team went on location to an air strip in North Coquitlam, where we explore Team Guardian's exciting Un-maned Air Vehicle. Created: Julian Giordano Contact: [email protected] score: Click Click Boom - Saliva

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