Just over a month ago, the internet was taken by storm as the “#teamseas” was spread everywhere throughout social media. Whether it be Youtube or Twitter, everyone was supporting the message of one fundraiser. From gaming channels or lifestyle gurus, to influencers of all sorts, it seems just about every major content creator was hopping…
For many of us, oceans can seem daunting or spectacular natural phenomena. Despite our varying conceptions of the oceans, it is undeniable that they are an important natural resource to all of us. Oceans are not only essential to the livelihood of marine life, but they also supply resources for humans and act as a…
Approaching the one-week mark since its release, Spider-Man: No Way Home has already made its mark on the film industry. By breaking records within hours and reaching an audience far beyond the MCU’s pre-existing fans, the film is already thriving and even being seen as a historical cinematic event. Considering the success of previous films…
The very first American Olympics marked itself for its distinction. However, rather than being groundbreaking, this Olympic event was simply bizarre. August 30th, 1904, Francis Olympic Field Held during the 1904 World Fair, this marathon was not the spotlight at the event. Primarily due to poor management and planning, this marathon established its reputation due…
When buying a house, realtors will tell you it is either the seller’s market or the buyer’s market. What they mean by this is that either one is in control, and right now, the seller has the power. Even though Covid-19 plunged the world into a recession, the housing market boomed. Due to supply, and…
German scientist Rebecca Weiss presents the future of contraceptives, in the form of a modern “testicle bath”. Odd opening isn’t it? However, it’s all true. “Coso” is a male contraceptive that is hormone free and reversible. The industrial design graduate made this device as a part of her master thesis. Furthermore, the device won top…
The greatest gift we can receive is to have the chance, just once in our lives, to make a difference. – Stephen Strange Making a difference. There are about 8 million people on this planet, and we’re each just one out of the crowd. Even comprehending such a ratio may be beyond the capability of…
It probably sounds quite strange to say this during winter, but this is a PSA to open your windows. But why should you open your window? The winter season indicates that you’re likely going to stay inside for extensive periods of time. This implies concentration of indoor pollutants such as dust particles. The United…
We live in a world defined by an abundance of information. Our phones and computers continually collect data about us. Similarly, posts and photos and videos—all of which have to “exist” somewhere in the real world—flood the internet. We call it the cloud, but the actual information up in the cloud ultimately still has to…
Regarded as one of the greatest science fiction novels to come out of the twentieth century, Frank Hubert’s Dune has sold millions of copies around the world and is still incredibly influential to this day. After being released in 1965, Dune has been ranked next to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings for the…
November 16th marked an important day for the student bodies of Western Canada High School and Central Memorial. This was a day of advocacy for the friends and classmates of many. As a matter of fact, I am a student attending Western Canada Highschool. Thus, I was able to attend the walkout firsthand. For this…
Violet Evergarden: The Movie is the first movie released by Kyoto Animations after the arson attack that occurred in 2019. This film has been awaited by fans worldwide and carries a large amount of emotional weight; on and off-screen. Violet Evergarden is a wonderful anime series that follows a slice of life format that has…
Podcasts have been gaining popularity due to the pandemic, and lately, I’ve been hooked. Whenever I need to get ready, clean around the house, or if I’m just chilling on the couch, I like to throw on one of my saved podcasts. I like to listen to a variety of different types, mainly because what…
Whether they’re books, movies or short films, all dystopian genres draw my attention. Ever since Covid busted into my life without a warning, movies are mostly what keep me entertained during the tedious lockdowns. While all my friends are going on trips and camps, I don’t quite blend in with those physical activities. Instead, I…
Throughout history, women have made countless discoveries and advancements in the fields of STEM. Growing up, I did not know the names or faces of most of these women. Therefore, in today’s blog, I wanted to help you and I explore the accomplishments and lives of several females in STEM throughout history. Marie Curie…