The toxic trend of becoming “that girl”
A TikTok trend seems to be encouraging people to lead a perfect, healthy and organized lifestyle. But the unrealistic expectations it sets up can lead to poor mental health.
Category: Life
Land Back: The Battle Against Colonialism
Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous protesters unite, attempting to deal a swift blow to the dark aspects of Canada’s past.
Christian Von Koenigsegg: Creator of some of the world’s fastest cars
Like many young men, Christian was obsessed with machinery as a kid. But not like any he became a CEO and founder of his own company.
BC skill hills are open and ready for shredding
While Grouse Mountain requires a vaccine passport to ride the gondola up the mountain, Cypress, Seymour and Whistler have no restrictions.
The gaming industry are enabling physically disabled people to play video games
In the United States alone, there are around 46 million disabled gamers.
The mental health of many kids and teens has only gotten worse since the beginning of the pandemic
A youth mental health program administrator tells 8forty that returning to in person socialization has contributed to stresses for some individuals.
Instagram is harming the average teen’s mental health
The app makes body image issues worse for 1 in 3 girls, according to recently leaked research that Facebook saw 2 years ago.
Thinking of skipping P.E class again? Here’s why you shouldn’t.
Achieving and maintaining a healthy fitness level, partnered with the proper diet, is the formula to live longer. Sacrificing aContinue Reading
Buying second-hand or buying sustainable; what’s better?
It’s not a matter of environment vs. economy, it’s about balance and lifestyle.
Here’s why Canada needs to legalize prostitution
Canada’s current prostitution laws are conflating sex working and trafficking and are putting sex workers in danger.
Texas passes new anti abortion legislation: “The Heartbeat Bill”
Critics say “this abortion ban contains some of the most extreme abortion restrictions in the country”
Does implicit bias mean you’re racist?
95% of high school students have a racial preference
Vancouver now labelled the “anti-Asian hate crime capital of North America”
Anti-Asian hate crimes surge in “Canada’s most Asian city” during pandemic ups and downs.
Having COVID showed me who in my family I could trust
Families are supposed to support each other during difficult times right?
”The Water of the Gods:” an ancient Japanese Hot Spring that inspired filmmakers and poets has a reputation for healing
Prince Shotoku described the water in Dogo Hot Spring as “heavenly”.
College is becoming a less worthwhile investment
Going to college always seemed like the first step to living a comfortable life. However different statistics, such as the real tuition cost of American colleges increasing by more than 130% since 1985, show this might not be the case.
I was a social media addict and didn’t know it until I quit
Since deleting social media, I sleep better, I’m more fit, more emotionally stable, get more done and I’ve grown into a more mature person.
The side of the Me Too Movement that no one wants to talk about — Are false accusations taken seriously?
In the midst of numerous celebrities and powerful men being called out for alleged abuse, what happens when an innocent person falsely accused?
How rape culture normalizes sexual assault
How some of our societal norms can harm women and girls
Planning your next vacation? Here’s why Puerto Vallarta should be next on your list
A glimpse into this small authentic city, along with white sand beaches and margaritas of course!
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