Last week, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the epic and legendary game of PAC-MAN, Google had their first ever interactive Google Doodle of the living game. All you had to do was “INSERT YOUR COIN” and start playing! Here’s a quick history of the beloved game: The original name of PAC-MAN on release was PUCK-MAN. It…
DetailsUpon researching my research paper topic for Psychology, “What makes people outgoing?”, I happen to stumble upon fasinating scientific evidence that supports some well known attributes of being adventuerous and outgoing. If ever there were better reasons to volunteer, perhaps reading these studies will inspire you to have a whole new perspective! The result of…
DetailsI received this e-mail from the Calgary Urban Agriculture group and wanted to pass it along: “The Calgary Food Policy Council invites you to the 2nd annual Calgary Food Policy Council Downtown Community Garden Planting Days! Help us to transform four planter boxes on Barclay Parade into beautiful and productive urban gardens full of vegetables…
DetailsSo as you may have noticed (or may not have noticed if you happen to be out of touch with the world), Calgary is currently experiencing some…fantastic weather! Don’t get me wrong, I actually quite like the rain. I mean, what’s not to like? The rain… …creates that damp earth smell (mmm, mother nature)… …leaves…
DetailsFlyers. Hawks. Both have beat strong teams to reach the final. The Flyers came back from a 3-0 deficit in the series against Boston to win 4-3 in Game Seven, and easily beat Montreal in the “Cinderella Series”. In the Western Conference, the Chicago Blackhawks soared past Vancouver, and swept San Jose to make it…
DetailsDespite exams approaching in less than a months’ time, do not be intimidated or stress too much! Previously we told you about helpful studying suggestions to help arm yourself against this feeble opponent called exams. Keep your calm since anxiety and stress can make it harder to study because your thoughts would be bouncing around your…
DetailsWho is Michael Moore? Other than one of the coolest film makers I know, he’s someone who voices his opinions on matters and raises awareness on issues that need our attention. A couple of months ago, I watched one of his documentaries, Capitalism: A Love Story, and that is part of the reason why I’m…
DetailsThe huge oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, off the southern coast of the US has been in the news all around the world. The oil rig, which was drilling for oil under the sea on the south of the coast of state of Louisiana, exploded on Apr. 20th. 2010. Since then, around 500,000…
DetailsThe “National Chinese Youth Art Performance Festival” (CYAPF) is part of the Canadian division of the “International Chinese Youth Art Festival”, which takes place in Hong Kong every July/August. The Canadian division of the festival is held by “Chinese Youth Art Development Committee” which includes High school and University students. This festival promotes youth with…
DetailsI figured that since I bring you guys, “Everything You Need To Know From *insert band name here*”, I’d also let you in on what I’m currently listening too. For Apple product users, yes I am talking about my most played song of the week. I have been addicted to the band, Neon Trees all…
DetailsHere’s a book about the more exciting side of physics. So I was thinking, I like reading, and I’m also quite interested in the world or theoretical physics. Why not read a book about theoretical physics? So I found this book, Physics of the Impossible, written by Michio Kaku-world renowned physicist (and co-founder of the…
DetailsSlovenly dressed men, with grizzled breads and a foul disposition, glowering eyes and haphazardly dressed women with fearful temperaments- who are these stereotypical individuals that I am describing? Unfortunately, for many Calgarians, these are the pre-conceived images and notions of the homeless and needy population that overwhelm our streets, due to the distressing income disparity…
DetailsMay 20th was Divisionals for Calgary High School Track & Field teams. No matter which way you look at it, it was a good day for everyone. Team spirit was all around, and school colours abounded. Rain tried to damped our mood, but we all sheltered together under the team tent. Adrenaline ran strong and…
DetailsWe posted a number of months ago about some nasty chemicals you can run into while using personal care products. Recently, I received an e-mail from the David Suzuki Foundation asking me to complete a survey of toxic ingredients in cosmetics. Essentially, you find some care products that you use on a daily basis, check…
DetailsThis weekend was no ordinary weekend for Calgarian teen Danyka, who won AMP Radio’s Bieber Fever Contest. Danyka was the very ecstatic winner of a trip to Toronto to see Justin Bieber in concert! Now AMP Radio was not just going to let this chance to celebrate all things Bieber pass by and they definitely…
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