Diana Edworthy
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“Young” does not mean “ignorant”
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At the young age of 16, Greta Thunberg is quickly becoming a household name as she continues on her pursuit for climate justice. Smashing the stigma against people with Asperger’s, Greta eloquently speaks to political leaders and the rest of the world, calling everyone to action in the fight against carbon emissions and irreversible climate…
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Hookups the new norm over relationships?
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As young people get older and move from their teens into their twenties, there is an increasing pressure to find a long-term partner and settle down. Even if not dating-to-marry, society still tends to favour monogamous relationships over the current climate of hookup culture. The reality of the situation is that many university students just…
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The Amazon rainforest is on fire, and we should care
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In August of this year, the size and number of forest fires in the Amazon reached a record high and began to spark international concern. The Amazon rainforest is a crucial part of the global ecosystem as it produces as much as 20 per cent of the world’s oxygen, as well as being a major…
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Waterloo coffee spots you’ll love a latte
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The coffee shop scene in uptown Waterloo is filled with great drinks and fun aesthetics. If you walk down King Street, you’ll find ample options to study, hang out with friends or just grab a quick treat for yourself. Every coffee shop has its own style and unique features. Oftentimes during midterms and exams, it…
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Understanding the emotional value of soulmates and twin flames
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Oftentimes when people fall in love with someone that they think they will spend the rest of their lives with, they are convinced that they are soulmates. But what really is a soulmate? In actuality, there are many different types of soul connections you can make with someone – most notably a soul mate or…
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The ins and outs of dating someone with mental illness
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While studying at university, balancing school work, clubs, sports, a social life and potentially a part-time job can be incredibly overwhelming. Oftentimes, adding a relationship into the mix can quickly become an additional stressor. When you are already dealing with mental health issues, relationships in university, as well as life in general, can be incredibly…
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Stimulant abuse creates problems for people with ADHD
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When we discuss ADHD, the image that comes to mind is often a young child in elementary school who cannot sit still, distracts those around them and does poorly in their academics. In reality, ADHD isn’t just something that affects hyper six-year-olds, but also university students and working professionals. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention…
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Corporations aren’t obliged to be inclusive
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Every fall, when the lineup of models for the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is announced, there is an outcry of anger as the company continues to exclude plus-sized models. Following the filming of this year’s show, in response to the public upset, Ed Razek, a marketing executive, made a statement explicitly saying that Victoria’s…
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Effects from the minimum wage increase are slowly materializing
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With the provincial election quickly approaching, current Premier of Ontario, Kathleen Wynne, has made a series of desperate attempts to win over voters – lowering hydro costs, OHIP+, improving the Ontario Student Assistance Program and majorly increasing the minimum wage. In theory, a high minimum wage that allows workers to provide for themselves and their…
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