Traveling the world alone is a brave thing to do. Traveling as a solo female can be even more anxiety inducing, and yet, more people are becoming interested in the endeavor. Between 2016 and 2017, the search term for “solo female travel” increased by 52%. Intrepid Travel, a tour operator, also reported that 70% of […] … learn more→
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Solo female travel: How you can escape your fear of traveling alone
How to differentiate between screen addiction and abusive use in children and adolescents
We are about to start a new decade and, without a doubt, our relationship with technologies has changed a lot compared to 2010. At that time, 6 out of 10 Americans connected wirelessly using a laptop or smartphone and did so mostly to take pictures (76%) or to send or receive text messages (73%). However, things as essential for us […] … learn more→
To solve the hidden epidemic of teen hunger, we should listen to teens who experience it
For many young people, the toughest choice they will ever have to make about food is what to eat at home or what to choose from a menu. But for Texas high schoolers Tamiya, Juliana, Trisha, Cara and Kristen, the choices they have to make about food are more difficult. For them, the conversation is […] … learn more→
Track your child with an app, a fake good idea
The use of surveillance and personal monitoring technologies has increased considerably over the last decade. Today, there are applications on the market to evaluate its physical activity , her health , meditation sessions of mindfulness , his sleep , his eating habits and even his sex life . The most challenging issues that can arise are applications designed to track other people, such as those that allow parents to track their […] … learn more→
Halloween: stories of witches to be read to children
Halloween is approaching and the season lends itself to the discovery (or rediscovery) of tales and legends, especially as witches are in the limelight of many children’s books. They can be beneficent or evil figures, according to the tradition from which they come. The first figure, that of the evil witch, often depicted as old and […] … learn more→
Why is Vaping becoming so popular?
Over the past few years, vaping has become one of the most popular ways of consuming CBD oil. And with a myriad of products now available on the market, it’s important to know exactly what’s suitable for your vaping needs, and how to confirm their safety as well as quality. This article provides deeper insights […] … learn more→
Employment disruption ahead: Three ways federal policy can help workers
If the economy is a key issue this election, a central issue parties need to urgently address is the long-term employability of workers. Beyond higher-profile election promises like the NDP’s proposed $15-an-hour minimum wage, and the Green Party’s plan to train fossil fuel workers in renewable energy industries, workers across Canada need Ottawa to be looking ahead to ensure […] … learn more→
How to get your first credit card as a student
Heading to university or college brings a lot of change. Venturing into adulthood, means living alone, and that means increased financial responsibility. For students, this is a good time to start developing your credit and understanding responsible spending habits. Getting approved for a credit card may be easier said than done, which is why student […] … learn more→
Options on leasing a car for College students
There are many benefits to having a car as a college student. First and foremost is, of course, freedom. Having the freedom to drive to and from class without relying on the school’s transportation system – or your own two legs. Having the freedom to drive to the grocery store or a restaurant or even […] … learn more→
We street-proof our kids. Why aren’t we data-proofing them?
Google recently agreed to pay a US$170 million fine for illegally gathering children’s personal data on YouTube without parental consent, which is a violation under the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The United States Federal Trade Commission and the New York State Attorney General — who together brought the case against Google — now require YouTube […] … learn more→