Zainab Salam

A photo depicting a couple in a romantic relationship. Noeka is sitting in a towel robe and Zainab is massaging Noeka’s wet hair with a mint green towel, while looking at her from behind with tender care. Zainab is wearing a bubblegum pink shirt and a dainty white necklace. They’re sitting in a beautiful sun-lit room, with an assortment of fresh flowers on the windowsill and a bowl of oranges on the table.
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Reflections on dating as a person with chronic illness

Peak Web July 13, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Editor-in-Chief After years of dormancy, a few months ago, with strong encouragement from important people in my life, I went out on a date. As wonderful as dating can be for some, it feels so exhausting that I seldom do. Dating is an uncomfortable terrain — where one has to scour for a possible partner through ill-fitted matches and awkward silences. I’m a private person with a penchant for contemplative conversations and a desire to spend time with people that plan on staying. The idea of sharing a drink or a meal with a stranger hoping to…

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Books are too expensive

Peak Web July 5, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Editor-in-Chief If you enjoy reading books, there’s a chance you wait impatiently for new book series installments or even long-awaited releases from your favourite authors. I know I do this a few times a year. Each time,…

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SFYou: Dr. Amyn Sajoo

Peak Web June 29, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Editor-in-Chief with contributions from Petra Chase, Features Editor If you’re studying political science, international studies, or history at SFU, you’re likely to have had the pleasure of encountering this remarkable professor. Having taken a course previously instructed…

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I vow to always cherish our sponsorship deals

Peak Web June 7, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Groom-in-Loading Dearly beloved, we’re gathered here today to join this couple in holy matrimony. Marriage is a beautiful union between these lovers, who cherish each other dearly. Please join hands and face each other.  The groom begins: …

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Horoscope June 1–6

Peak Web May 31, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Editor-in-Chief Cupid is on leave for quite some time (he’s reportedly on his honeymoon with Psyche — one that doesn’t seem to have an end date), so the planets decided to send in a substitute envoy instead.…

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The rivalry between The Ubyssey and The Peak

Peak Web March 2, 2026

By: Mason Mattu, Humour Editor A few weeks ago, The Peak’s staff attended NASH, Canada’s National Student Journalism Conference. While my colleagues went into this weekend with professional development in mind — I had one goal and one goal only.…

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Remembering Assata Shakur

Peak Web February 17, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Opinions Editor Content warning: mentions of solitary confinement. Humans of all walks of life leave an imprint as they live. But once they’re gone, this imprint solidifies itself into a legacy. Assata Olugbala Shakur is one of…

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Supernatural shows worth watching and rewatching

Peak Web January 27, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Opinions Editor If you find yourself yearning for stories that traverse the extramundane, I think you’ll find new worlds to explore in this list. These television shows combine humour with supernatural phenomena in superb storytelling. Blending the…

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A thick, authoritative-looking book titled The Charter of the United Nations, with the official UN emblem on the cover. There is a person’s hand (the person is wearing a suit,) that has written "Except for us” on the book’s cover with blood. The cuff link on the suit’s sleeve displays the American flag.
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The US’ attack on Venezuela violates international law

Peak Web January 19, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Opinions Editor On January 3, I sat glued to my phone watching the videos of the US’ attack on Venezuela’s capital Caracas. That same day, Nicolás Maduro was captured by US forces. While Maduro is a dictator…

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#InfluencerQueen: Rating my 2025 achievements

Peak Web January 12, 2026

By: Zainab Salam, Influencer of Influencers Hey, girlies! Life’s so interesting and hectic as a baddie influencer. This past year has been a year of many successes. I think I smashed it, to be honest. Everyone should follow my lead. …

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