High school in the 21 century, from a teenager’s perspective
I surveyed my peers to find out what high school is really like for them.
Category: Life
We all have feelings of panic and stress, but what makes a mental health issue different?
It’s important to know the difference between a feeling and mental illness so that you can understand the effect on others.
Earthquakes are inevitable–What’s there to expect?
Earthquakes are the result of tectonic plates moving at the Earth’s crust causing failure at a fault line creating a huge or very minor magnitude quake that could destroy infrastructure or life as we know it.
Social influencers are lying to you
Influencers are making lucrative deals through sponsorship deals, but 90% of the time, they are breaking FCC regulations by not revealing that they are a paid shill.
Living Life With ADHD
A recent diagnosis has taught me to accept myself and develop strategies for dealing with the struggle of a very active mind. I can still succeed and so can you.
The psychology behind every purchase
Marketers have a lot of ways to part you from your money. Here’s five.
After legalisation, Canadian teens need to understand the danger of marijuana use
Marijuana legalisation is great for adults, but young people need to be aware of its harmful effects on young minds.
Coast Gravity Park has the smoothest berms in B.C
Here’s your guide to the trails, the jumps and why you should ride C.G.P.
Image: Coast gravity park
Flu season is here, so take your best shot
Last year was a bust in regards to public health and the common flu. Will flu immunizations be a success this year, or will we suffer the stuffy consequences?
Compass Card Wristband! The all new wearable transit pass that is already sold out
Translink released just 2000 wristbands for the Vancouver transit to test the market and generate buzz ahead of a second release in February. And the market is responding.
Black Friday tips and tricks
Black Friday is immensely busy and preparation is necessary. We’ve got the tips to help you get a head start and maybe even enjoy the rush!
Should you always be yourself or change to adapt to a new environment?
We can always be ourselves and still, at the same time, keep an open mind to others ideas, remaining flexible and willing to change.
Learn from an owner about the joys of the new Tesla Model 3
Everyday we see an increased number of Tesla 3’s on the street. Here is a look at the new model with an owners perspective.
Music is a great help to teenagers with anxiety
My personal experience with anxiety and panic has shown me the power of music for stress relief.
The destruction caused by tsunamis may be getting worse
Research done by the scientists at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore showed that even a small increase in ocean level could worsen the outcome of tsunamis.
Be sure to know the blunt truth before trying to drive high
Now that the legalization of marijuana is a reality, driving impaired isn’t a risk you should take
How I turned a rust bucket to 100 km/h speed machine
When I was younger, my dad made two 6.5 horsepower go-karts, which were really fun but when I got older, I needed something faster.
Don’t doubt it: it can take decades for men and women to come forward about sexual assault
People who have been sexually assaulted hesitate to report it. Instead of using that fact to attack their credibility, we need to understand why.
The future of cars is electric–but will governments play their part?
Electric cars have a pivotal role in an eco-friendly Earth. But the market alone may not do enough. Rebates can do a lot to encourage this much-needed change.
Abortion must remain legal–but that doesn’t mean it’s right
In 2016, Canadian clinics and hospitals reported that a total of 97,764 abortions were performed throughout the year. This means 97,764 lives were not given a chance to thrive.
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