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April 21 – Vol 4 – 17
Ancient cure: A high school student, Destany “Sky” Pete of the Shoshone and Paiute Tribes, uncovered a powerful cancer-fighting potential in a traditional Indigenous American recipe. Inspired by the health challenges in her community, Sky tested chokecherry pudding, a dish known as toishabui, for its medicinal properties. Collaborating with a biochemistry professor, she found that the pudding, made with crushed chokecherry pits, killed cancer cells within 24 hours in lab tests. Rooted in ancestral wisdom, this discovery earned her top honours at a science fair and drew attention to the health benefits of traditional diets. Sky’s work blends ancient practices with modern science, proving that the past still holds life-changing secrets.
Mirrored skies: Stretching endlessly across Bolivia’s southwest corner near the Chilean border, Salar de Uyuni is a surreal expanse of dazzling salt. As water coats its surface during the rainy season, this vast flatland, formed by ancient lakes, transforms into a massive mirror, creating breathtaking reflections of the sky. Whether the surface is wet or dry, the flat is a photographer’s dream, offering endless creative opportunities for playing with perspective. Beyond its beauty, the flat contains immense lithium reserves, vital for powering modern devices, and its flawless surface is even used to calibrate satellite instruments. In this corner of the world, nature’s artistry truly shines crystal clear, and salt never looked so sweet.
Plastic revolution: Nzambi Matee is transforming Kenya’s plastic pollution problem by turning waste into durable building materials. Through her company, Gjenge Makers, she creates bricks from recycled plastic and sand, offering a sustainable alternative for construction projects like roads and housing. With a background in engineering, Matee began her research in a small lab before scaling up production with advanced facilities. Her bricks, made through high-temperature compression, are lightweight, long-lasting, and far more durable than traditional bricks. By tackling plastic waste while addressing housing needs, Matee proves that solutions to environmental challenges can build stronger communities and a healthier planet.
Reindeer defence: In Norway’s snow-covered landscapes, reindeer herds have long puzzled predators with an extraordinary survival tactic: a spiraling formation called a “reindeer cyclone.”
This tightly packed, whirling motion makes it very difficult for hunters to isolate a single target. A documentary has captured this rare behaviour, combining vivid Viking hunt re-enactments with footage of the herds in motion. Reindeer were vital to Viking life, providing resources like food, hides, and antlers for tools and trade. Artifacts preserved in Norway’s thawing ice reveal more about the tools Vikings used to hunt these elusive animals. In the end, nature’s choreography can leave even the fiercest hunters spinning in circles.
“Quiet people have the loudest minds.” —Stephen Hawking
“There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy.”
—Ralph H. Blum
To submit something to the free community What’s Happening section, email us at [email protected] a paragraph summary of your event at least three weeks prior to the event date:
St. George’s Anglican Church – 60 Guelph St. Georgetown invites the public to join us on Easter Saturday April 19th from 10:00am to noon for a fun filled morning for the children licludng an Easter Egg Hunt, Petting Zoo, indoor and outdoor games. Adults can get planting and gardening tips from the experts at the Credit Valley Conservation Authority or enjoy some quiet reflection in the historic church. This is a free event and part of the Christian outreach at St. George’s Church
Kiwanis Lobsterfest – Friday May 23 Gellert Community
Centre.Lobster, steak & trimmings. Join us for a delicious fun evening.Order Tickets at www.Kiwanisclubofgeorgetown.com.
The Zach Sutherland & Kaya Firth Resiliency Scholarship – Applications are now being accepted until May 1st from Halton Hills youth(aged 17-24years)who have demonstrated resiliency and hope following the loss of a family member or close friend. The scholarships honour youth who are navigating this difficult journey of adversity through grief. The $1500 scholarship will be provided to support their educational endeavours for post-secondary education pursued at the university, college or apprentice level. For more info please go to: www.choose2beresilient.com/how-to-apply
Spring Bazaar, Mother’s Day High Tea, & Silent Auction Saturday May 10th Bazaar 9:00 am – 2:00 pm & Tea Room 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Get ready for a fantastic fundraiser at Hillsview 50+ Senior Centre! Tickets on sale April 10th. Adults $15.00 Children $8.00
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ARIES
(March 20 – April 19)
This week you may have an opportunity to help someone else address an old wound. Speaking about your own healing process could be helpful to them now. Lucky numbers: 6, 15, 18, 28, 35, 40.
TAURUS
(April 20 – May 20)
A sudden insight may shake up your view of who you are. Give yourself time to integrate this information, instead of taking action based on your initial reaction. Lucky numbers: 7, 8, 13, 17, 19, 42.
GEMINI
(May 21 – June 20)
This week you may find that things are easily going your way. This pattern might not last long, so you could try to take advantage of it before the dynamic changes. Lucky numbers: 8, 9, 29, 38, 43, 48.
CANCER
(June 21 – July 22)
Toward the end of the week, you may feel discouraged about your life situation. This aspect might pass in a few days. So try to take a deep breath and wait. Lucky numbers: 2, 9, 14, 28, 29, 31.
LEO
(July 23 – Aug. 22)
Be careful in your communications with others at the end of the week. Your mind may be sharper than normal, but be sure that your tongue isn’t sharper, as well. Lucky numbers: 10, 12, 14, 26, 31, 36.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)
Virgos don’t always cultivate intuition as a valuable skill. This week may present an opportunity to do so, if you look for it, but it might require stepping outside the box. Lucky numbers: 5, 11, 18, 35, 37, 43.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
You may have an opportunity at the start of the week to resolve a situation. But first you might need to make an honest assessment of what you can and cannot accept. Lucky numbers: 3, 7, 9, 19, 29, 35.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
Last week’s opportunity may continue into early this week to tie up loose ends and complete a project. Soon you might be able to move on to something else. Lucky numbers: 13, 19, 35, 37, 45, 47.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
Your natural optimism may be heightened early this week. Enjoy the feeling, but be aware of how much risk you might take on if you are making an important decision. Lucky numbers: 4, 5, 13, 28, 33, 39.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
Midweek, you may wish to work on your own. While this energy could enhance your ambition, it might encourage you to lock horns with others in disagreements. Lucky numbers: 8, 19, 28, 33, 43, 46.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
Important information may emerge from your unconscious this week, which may be stressful at first. But positively integrating the insights could help you move forward. Lucky numbers: 1, 5, 7, 11, 31, 39.
PISCES
(Feb. 19 – March 20)
You may have an opportunity early in the week to see a realistic view of a situation. Once that is done, then focus on tapping into your intuition to find a good solution. Lucky numbers: 9, 10, 22, 24, 29, 40.
Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Sagittarius winners with the luckiest number being 33.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
Six months have passed since your birthday month. Did you set new goals at that time? How well are things going? What adjustments, if any, may be needed now? Lucky numbers: 1, 2, 4, 8, 18, 43.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
Your enthusiasm level may be very high at midweek. You could use this energy to recruit others to aid your endeavours. Be careful not to oversell yourself or your efforts. Lucky numbers: 5, 13, 23, 26, 34, 35.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
You may be tempted at week’s end to keep pushing through. But you may be better served to downshift for the weekend. Things may look different next week. Lucky numbers: 6, 9, 10, 13, 21, 29.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
At week’s end, information may emerge from your unconscious that could reveal a new opportunity. Be careful about what insights you choose to share with others. Lucky numbers: 4, 7, 16, 17, 42, 46.
PISCES
(Feb. 19 – March 20)
Do you have a “passion project” that has been on hold? Now may be a good time to bring it to fruition. The opportunities for doing so might not be very obvious. Lucky numbers: 12, 16, 17, 33, 40, 45.
Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Leo winners with the luckiest number being 7.
Whiskey plates: In the U.S. state of Minnesota, some DUI offenders get “whiskey plates,” special licence plates starting with a W. These plates let them drive for essential needs like work or school while marking their history of driving offenses.
Sneezing slumber: Sneezing is impossible during deep sleep because the muscles involved in the reflex temporarily shut down. This paralysis occurs during REM sleep, allowing the body to rest undisturbed by irritants like dust or pollen.
Oyster switch: Oysters start life as males and later transform into females, annually producing millions of eggs. This unique life cycle allows them to efficiently reproduce, ensuring their role in the ocean’s delicate ecosystem.
Brow mystery: Painted by Leonardo Da Vinci, the “Mona Lisa” once had visible eyebrows and eyelashes, which were erased by years of previous restoration efforts. Scans also uncovered adjustments to her hands and other features.
Dog ban: In 1994, sled dogs were prohibited from Antarctica due to fears that they might spread illnesses to seals. These hardworking dogs had played a vital role in exploration before being replaced by mechanized transport.
Sports fan: “Are baseball umpires good eaters?”
Waitress: “Yes, they always clean their plate.”
Knock! Knock! Who’s there? Alex. Alex who? Alex the questions around here!
What kind of business did Mr. Gopher set up? A hole sale business.
I have a turtle who wears “people-neck sweaters.”
A van crashed, loaded with thesauruses. Witnesses were astonished, shocked, taken aback, surprised, startled.
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