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How B.C.'s green spaces are linked to ADHD and your health

How B.C.'s green spaces are linked to ADHD and your health

In one study, UBC researchers found the closer one lived to green spaces, the better chance they had of reaching milestones in emotional maturity, language skills, and general knowledge.
History revisited: Discarded encyclopedia set inspires a second look at Romantic poets

History revisited: Discarded encyclopedia set inspires a second look at Romantic poets

A University of Victoria professor salvages a 1910-1911 Encyclopedia Britannica set from a recycling bin, and starts thinking about what we know today that was unknown when the entries were written
What is the 'heat dome' phenomenon and why does it matter?

What is the 'heat dome' phenomenon and why does it matter?

An extended period of hot weather, heat domes can create dangerous conditions for humans, animals and the environments they rely on. But how do they work? And are they really that different from a heat wave?
Helen Chesnut: Bouquet of broad bean plants came as a surprise

Helen Chesnut: Bouquet of broad bean plants came as a surprise

The puzzling, jammed-together plants grew to around 60 cm fairly quickly
Bestselling musicians of the '70s, then and now

Bestselling musicians of the '70s, then and now

Using historical Billboard charts and top song and album lists from the 1970s, Stacker spotlighted 25 of the bestselling musicians of the decade.
Free employment program aims to bridge the gap for newcomers in B.C.'s tourism and hospitality sector

Free employment program aims to bridge the gap for newcomers in B.C.'s tourism and hospitality sector

Gateway to Tourism Hospitality Jobs for Newcomers offers fully funded training opportunities and tailored support to jobseekers and employers alike
Minister's Minute: Is true peace possible in this world?

Minister's Minute: Is true peace possible in this world?

World watching events in Israel and Gaza in horror
Safety alert: Canada-wide recall of gun safes due to 'risk of death'

Safety alert: Canada-wide recall of gun safes due to 'risk of death'

The wrong person could open this safe because of a programming error.
Health Canada recalls Thomas & Friends toy trains for ingestion hazards

Health Canada recalls Thomas & Friends toy trains for ingestion hazards

Here's what you should do if you bought one of the wooden toy train cars
Transforming healthcare in Delta: There is power in your Will

Transforming healthcare in Delta: There is power in your Will

Estate gifts have a powerful impact on Delta Hospital and can create a meaningful legacy in the community
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