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The Evangeline Court Music Collective

AvatarBy Rylie MoscatoOn September 16, 2015August 9, 2017

If you are interested in being a part of creative things involving contemporary classical music and ways of connecting music … Read More “The Evangeline Court Music Collective”

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Gluten-Free?

AvatarBy ContributorsOn September 16, 2015August 9, 2017

Contrary to popular belief, gluten-free diets are not necessarily a healthier diet for people who are not gluten sensitive or … Read More “Gluten-Free?”

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Opening Letter from the Science Editor

AvatarBy ContributorsOn September 16, 2015March 25, 2016

Welcome and welcome back new and returning Acadia students! It is my sincere hope that everyone is settling comfortably into … Read More “Opening Letter from the Science Editor”

Categories Opinions

Sexual Assault: A Response

Colin MitchellBy Colin MitchellOn September 16, 2015August 9, 2017

In the definition of the law, assault is any action which has intent to apprehend and/or harm an individual unlawfully. Sexual assault, by this definition, … Read More “Sexual Assault: A Response”

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On Voting

AvatarBy Katie WintersOn September 16, 2015August 9, 2017

It is no secret to anyone that voter turnout in Canada has been on a downward trend. According to Elections … Read More “On Voting”

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A Short Introduction to Opinions

AvatarBy Kody CrowellOn September 16, 2015December 17, 2018

I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it. Those words … Read More “A Short Introduction to Opinions”

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First Year Forecast: The Awkwardness of Public Bathrooms

AvatarBy ContributorsOn September 16, 2015May 9, 2018

The perils of public bathrooms are numerous. Germs, lack of privacy and a general consensus that these communal places aren’t … Read More “First Year Forecast: The Awkwardness of Public Bathrooms”

Categories Creative

Sonnet II

AvatarBy ContributorsOn September 16, 2015August 9, 2017

He tried to break free but he’s not still around He tried to get up but his will had been … Read More “Sonnet II”

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FDA Approves Female “Viagra”: Pleasure or Profit?

AvatarBy Rylie MoscatoOn September 16, 2015August 9, 20171 Comment on FDA Approves Female “Viagra”: Pleasure or Profit?

A new drug is set to hit the U.S. markets on October 17th. Commonly referred to as “female Viagra,” Addyi, … Read More “FDA Approves Female “Viagra”: Pleasure or Profit?”

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Listen to the Kids

Colin MitchellBy Colin MitchellOn September 16, 2015August 9, 2017

Listen to the kids In all of our bids For Freedom and Knowledge For Adventure and Sins For in time … Read More “Listen to the Kids”

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Science Fact of the Week

Botswana’s lake causing mysterious Elephants death, while other species remain unaffected

The Okavango Delta region in Botswana makes a home for a third of Africa’s elephant population which is now declining alarmingly. It became rousing when several elephants were spotted dead in the Okavango Delta between May and June. According to the officials, 330 elephants were recorded to be dead, considering poaching is not a cause of the death as their tusks were found intact. A common symptom is that they were found to appear dizzy before suddenly dropping dead. The reason for this mysterious death is toxins present in lake water which is the major source of water for the residing elephants. The officials were assuming it’s the Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae can be deadly and since many elephants were found to be dead near the water bodies, it can be a reason for their death. Wildlife Authorities confirmed Cyanobacteria as the cause of prehistoric mass elephant die-offs. The interesting thing here was that no other wildlife species were affected by the toxic water which still remains the mystery of this case.

Author: Tanvi Dabas

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