Learning something new can take some time, our youth tackle learning new stuff and write about their experience throughout the process or share their knowledge about something they already know how to do.
When I was writing my application for a summer camp, there was a question about the meaning of “think globally and act locally.” It is well known as a famous business philosophy related to entrepreneurship. Big brands know that they have to speak to people locally with many different implications and applications while maintaining global…
The COVID-19 virus has been active for around 2 years now, and already recommendations for the 4th dose or second booster shot have started to arise. Over the past months, we have encountered new and fatal variants of the Covid-19 virus that may be immune to the present vaccines. With this ongoing situation, it is…
A philosophical question at heart, to what extent does money bring genuine happiness into one’s life? In order to attain a reasonable stance on this topic, let’s explore both sides of this controversial argument. MONEY CAN BUY HAPPINESS: In society, money is what brings success and happiness. This statement is quite self-explanatory. Wealth is considered…
MBTI is also known as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator test and it shows your personality with 16 types. 16 types of personalities are indicated by 4 groups of each 2 letters. The first group shows if you are introverted or extroverted. Next, the second group is sensing or INtuition, thinking or feeling, and lastly judging…
Predicting the future is messy business. “Futurology” is the art of speculating about the future and, in practice, it’s an optimist’s game. Indeed, few want to think poorly of their own—or humanity’s—future. There will doubtless be innumerable innovations in the coming years. Today’s vision of the future incorporates the idea of a continued advance of…
If there is one thing I could read for hours about, it is our human brain. It is the reason we can survive, it helps us in times of fear and allows us to make decisions. Without it, we literally would not be able to function. Here are some cool facts I recently read that…
Gene editing gives scientists the ability to change an organism’s DNA, allowing them to treat or prevent diseases. Technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 allow genetic material to be added, removed, or altered at particular locations in a gene, which is exciting news for researchers. The technology is faster, cheaper, effective, and more accurate than other methods presented…
According to the United Nations, about 17% of the total global food production is wasted. Upon close inspection, 11% of this number accounts for waste in households, 5% in the food service and 2% in retail. Therefore, food waste is a crucial issue in today’s world. In this blog, I wanted to cover the relevance…
We all know big K-pop names such as BTS, Blackpink, and Stray Kids, but there are countless other talented yet not widely known Korean musical artists. With the rapid spread of K-pop in western countries, people have become more open towards listening to music in another language. This is a great way to experience new…
Since I was little I have been talking about getting a tattoo, so naturally I got my first one as soon as I could. I was 16 years old, which some tattoo parlors allow if the parent is present. I chose something that was very meaningful to me, so I still like what I got,…
As you may know, people around the world fast from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan. This means that no food or water can be consumed during the daytime. Despite this physical challenge, many athletes who follow Islam fast while training and competing. Some athletes also practice intermittent fasting, which is a method…
Grade eleven has been pretty stressful for me thus far. I’ve been stressed about meeting deadlines, not falling behind and staying ahead ( since going to a self-directed high-school has caused me to not be on track with my school work ), and getting the high grades I want to achieve. At the start of…
Calgary has provided youth with many opportunities that allow them to develop new skills, meet diverse people, interact socially, and become a helping hand to their community. If you believe you want to impact your community or want to utilize your time during the summer break, volunteering is a great option to choose. I personally…
For many people, greed does not pose an ethical dilemma, as the answer is greed serves as the downfall of the human condition. Greed can cause one to become obsessed with the idea of personal benefits and luxury. However, there are multiple aspects to any concept in life. Therefore, the idea of greed can also…
Ever since I was young, I have adapted my stride to keep up with my older brother and dad, both of whom are taller than 6 ft. So naturally, whether I’m at school or the mall, my biggest pet peeve is when people, who can walk fast, strolling lazily to their destination at the pace…