Life
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How to stay motivated throughout online courses
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As the global pandemic looms over us, it may feel difficult to focus on our university courses. In addition to the regular stress of
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Don’t get too excited about life on Venus
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David Bowie had it wrong—screw Mars. But before you get too excited about aliens, the ‘life’ we’re talking about is microbial. Within the clouds
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Why we party (and why it’s dangerous)
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At a certain age, the excitement around throwing house parties simply loses its novelty. At twenty-one — although premature this conclusion — I think
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Healthy ways to move away from technological dependence
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Sometimes we need a break from technology. In a world constantly screaming at us to buy this and wear that, it can be liberating
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The commodification of face masks
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Face masks have very quickly become a global necessity. The Regional Council of Waterloo recently passed bylaws requiring the wearing of face coverings on
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The importance of a healthy lifestyle for mental health
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Before I get started, I should add that I’m not a doctor nor a medical professional—I’m barely an arts major. Everything I’m writing on
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Music to get you through the pandemic
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The public health situation continues to be one of many twists and turns. Hearing something one day followed by a sudden contradiction the next
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Kanye West 2020 is impossible, here is why
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Kanye West, one of the biggest music celebrity icons in the world, is running as the president of the United States of America. He
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How stage three further alters our society
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The region of Kitchener-Waterloo has officially entered into stage three of reopening the province. But what exactly does that mean for our everyday lives?
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How product delivery has changed for local craft beer and cannabis companies
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In the midst of this global health crisis, many local companies have had to find alternative ways to adjust to the circumstances in terms
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