On Wednesday October 1st, 2025, Dr. Jane Goodall passed away while on a speaking tour in the United States. As an esteemed scientist whose life mission was to advocate for wildlife, promote...
I sometimes have a Babybel cheese as a snack and I used to feel that the little cheese did not want to be eaten. It seemed to defy attempts to open the plastic in which it had sought refuge. But no...
Have you ever felt sluggish or achy on a rainy day? You’re not alone. While you could see a rainy day as an excuse to cozy up with freshly brewed tea and a movie, your rain-induced back pain may be...
When the clock struck midnight on January 1st, 2025, Quebec not only celebrated the beginning of a new year–– it welcomed a new, bold era of recycling. Quebec’s recycling system is now managed by...
Sex is always a hot topic. Sex in insects is even more intriguing. Most people’s first reaction when they think of insects, is disgust. After all, insects are (most of them anyway) ugly, strange,...
Methyl mercaptan, also known as methanethiol (CH3SH), is one of the fragrances of human flatus. Interestingly, it has been added to natural gas since 1937 in response to the third worst-ever...
You have probably heard about people who have actually signed a petition to ban dihydrogen monoxide. The petition states that this chemical is found in cancerous tissue, accelerates corrosion, can...
I do my best to engage in conscious shopping practices. By shopping for fewer items and going for second-hand, I reduce waste, save money, and engage more with local businesses. A motivation for...