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March and April can be tough months to get through. School is intense, the weather outside is meh, and summer seems pretty far away. Wake up your body and get sports ready, read the latest great YA books and try some inexpensive cosmetics. There’s something here for everyone, Take some time out to enjoy theses great articles: In this issue: • In the news: Explore Greenland • Best YA novels • Getting sports ready • Inexpensive bare cosmetics • A career in auto refinishing • Spring fashion • And much more… Coming in May / June: • Learn about Singapore • Summer fashion-ready • Why do we care about celebrity? • New movies and games • How will AI affect career choices? • And much more…. Join us as we…
Since Donald Trump took office, for the second time, he has suggested that the US will gain control of Greenland, after showing renewed interest in acquiring the autonomous Danish territory. "I think we're going to have it," he told reporters on Air Force One, adding that the island’s 57,000 residents "want to be with us”. His comments come after reports that Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen insisted Greenland was not for sale in a fiery phone call with the President. Trump floated the prospect of buying the vast Arctic territory during his first term in 2019, and has said US control of Greenland is an "absolute necessity" for international security. Greenland lies on the shortest route from North America to Europe, making it strategically important for the US. It is…
The majority of Greenlandic Inuit refer to themselves as Kalaallit. There are three major indigenous groups in Greenland: • the Kalaallit of West Greenland, who speak Kalaallisut • the Iivit of Kangia (East Greenland), who speak Iivi oraasia (East Greenlandic) • and the Inughuit/Avanersuarmiut near Thule, who speak Inuktun. The majority of the people of Greenland speak the Inuit language, Kalaallisut, which is the official language, while the second official language of the country is Danish. Greenland has a population of just 57,000 and is both the largest island and the northernmost area of land in the world. Only one-third of the population of Kalaallit Nunaat are women! This gender imbalance is caused in part by higher levels of female emigration compared to men but also by a higher rate…
If you are interested in working in a trade that provides consistent work and good pay, consider auto refinishing. Auto refinishing is not the same was being a Mechanic; auto refinishers are concerned with the appearance of the vehicle, not the engine. The work is intense and detailed. Women account for 50% of all drivers but there are very few female auto mechanics and refinishers. The market is there as is the work and the next generation could change the landscape for female work. WHAT WOULD YOUR DAY TO DAY LOOK LIKE AS AN AUTO REFINISHER? Assess damage: Inspecting vehicles to determine the extent of damage caused by accidents, dents, rust and scratches to estimate repair costs. Surface preparation: Removal of old paint, sanding, and preparing surfaces for refinishing. Colour matching…
We spend a lot of time online and most of us really don’t think about our privacy and security in the same way we do about our personal safety, but we should. Don’t be a victim of identity theft, fraud, bullying or other forms of harassment. Not to make you paranoid, but people really are out to get you. This article deals with the fundamental bricks and mortar of creating a safe digital space. Taking time to pay attention to your security may seem like aa drag. Even the day-to-day use of multi factor authentication of banking or email sites takes time - an extra step in an instant-access world. When you are in a digital space, you create a digital footprint. Everything you say and do online can easily…
Winter months can lead to inactivity, and it’s easy to put exercise aside if >it’s dark and snowy outside. Or maybe you are just busy with school, or life. But exercise can be a balm in many ways. Concentrate on exercises that will help your physical and mental development while you get conditioned for a busier, active spring. Try something new: • Martial artslessons • Weight lifting • Indoor rock climbing • Snowshoeing • Ski lessons • Archery instruction • Swimming/diving lessons • Indoor tennis lessons • Dance lessons (ballet, tap, hip hop, etc.) try a free activity Bundle up and enjoy a brisk walk, take a winter hike, hit the ice skating or hockey rink, or take a trip to the slopes. Don’t want to venture outside? Put on…
