Stacy Robertson
Writer and researcher
How do you turn a light on in your house? Flip a switch, right? (Or maybe you have one of those cool “dimmer” lights). But what ends up being an effortless task for you has to go through quite a process- and one that’s loaded with political and financial baggage. Basically, all electricity we have […]
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A bride walking down the aisle is often the most memorable and touching part of the wedding ceremony. And while everyone is focused on her, she’ll want to make it a moment to remember for a lifetime. For Jaquie Goncher, 25, this meant finally leaving the wheelchair she had relied on so heavily for 8 […]
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Living in the city, surrounded by concrete and glass, can easily make you feel as if you are living in complete isolation from the natural world. This feeling is the reason that we fill our homes with plants, pets and natural decorations. One sculptor has found a novel way to bring nature into your home, […]
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According to the American psychological association sleep is the most influential factor in regards to our health and life expectancy. That’s a fact you probably don’t want to know on one of those awful nights when you desperately want to fall asleep! You’ve got an important meeting in the morning, an interview or a flight, […]
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You know that plant that koalas base their diet on? The ones that grow mainly in Australia and also provide homes to these fuzzy grey creatures. Yep, I’m talking about the Eucalyptus tree. Well, what you probably didn’t realize was that although this tree is incredibly tasty to our Australian furry friends it is also […]
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Planks are an amazing activity to add to your workout routine. But, let’s be honest, planks can often times be boring. Looking for motivation to sneak more planks into your daily regimen? Here are the 7 amazing benefits of planking! We promise, with these benefits, you won’t be disappointed. First and foremost, remember to practice proper […]
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I never considered myself an anxious person. I grew up in a small town; I can do small talk like it’s nobody’s business. I grew up with that mentality of “a stranger is dangerous. Strangers wear capes and have bowler hats and tie ladies to train tracks.” If I saw someone I didn’t know, my […]
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Fossil fuels have constituted 80% of the fuel consumption in the United States since 1900. The over-reliance on oil and coal has led our planet to the brink of environmental catastrophe. From January to June of 2016, the earth experienced its hottest year on record with as much as a four-degree temperature increase in the […]
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Your toe bone’s connected to your heel bone, your heel bone’s connected to your leg bone, your leg bone’s connected to your thigh bone… we all remember how the song goes. It’s such a silly song, but it did teach you one really important thing: all our bones are connected to one another. Which is […]
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Many people across the U.S. can’t afford to keep their pantries stocked at home. However, a new movement which originated Fayetteville, Arkansas, and is now spreading across the country, aims to help those in need by stocking “street pantries” full of necessary household items. The project, dubbed “The Little Free Pantry”, was originally started by […]
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Are you looking for some unique pieces of jewellery? How about wearing beautiful, elegant, and jaw-dropping pearl jewellery in the shape of skulls? Before you leave, please hear me out! You’ve got to see these! Meet Mr. Shinji Nakaba, a jewellery maker and artist-extraordinaire who has been engaged with jewellery making since 1974. He lives […]
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Most people I know come home from work feeling tired and moody. No surprise, given the challenges of a full day of work. But recent research has found that this after-effect could be the result of a poor indoor working environment. And in fact, even your home could be an unhealthy place for your wellbeing. […]
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