#SharkWeek2015 Lesson No. 2

Never underestimate girl power.  In tonight’s “Bride of Jaws,” we saw a quest to hunt the notorious “Joan of Shark,” a great white female measuring up to 18 feet, who caused havoc in Australian waters back in 2014. Risks are taken, as filmmaker Andy Casagrande attempt to retag the great white to warn future potential victims. The…

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What it means to be a Hyperpolyglot (and why it’s so cool to be multilingual)

First off, what is a hyperpolyglot? A ‘hyperpolyglot’ is a term coined by linguist Richard Hudson to describe a person with the ability to speak multiple languages. When I mean multiple, I mean 6 or more languages fluently. “That’s crazy!”, you might say – how could that even be possible? Believe it or not, there…

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Move over dogs and cats- Scientists have discovered these adorable new animals

When you picture your favourite animal, the image that pops into your head is likely that of a dog, a cat, a dolphin, or a similar cute animal.  Species such as these have dominated the hearts of humans for many years, but with these recent scientific discoveries the tides may be changing. I don’t know about you, but…

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A Whiff Is More Than A Whiff

Scent drives our perception inevitably. It plays a predominant role when it comes to attracting the opposite sex, attachment to memories, and presenting oneself.  Some people are more deeply conscious of the influence and impression a scent can bring, utilizing it to create an extension of their personalities and attract wanted success into many areas in their…

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