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Fun and Games Await at The Bunker's New Prices

February 1, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Kingston, The Bunker has been a hit for families and kids since opening its doors in October 2024. The multi-purpose entertainment space is neatly tucked away in the basement of the Frontenac Mall, offering a whopping 16, 000 square feet of fun. For just $20 an hour, you can

science

Cilia Construction and Deconstruction: Building Blocks in Focus

February 1, 2025

Dive into the world of microtubules. These tiny structures are crucial for the assembly and disassembly of cilia and flagella. These hair-like protrusions have a big job. They help cells move and communicate, which is super important for how our bodies develop and function. Picture these tiny struc

environment

We need to talk about Africa's deadly drought and babies

February 1, 2025

Climate change is making extreme weather events like droughts and floods happen more often and with greater force. This is a big problem, especially in Africa. Africa is super vulnerable to these changes. It's also where a lot of the world's young children die. This is why scientists have been l

crime

A Tragic Night of Loss: Midair Collision Cuts Lives Short

January 31, 2025

A terrible disaster happened over Virginia’s Potomac River on a Wednesday night. The midair collision between a jet, the American Airlines regional jet, and a army helicopter, the Black Hawk, left no survivors and shattered many lives. The lives of 67 people on board came to an abrupt end that left

science

The Secret Weapon Against Toxic Mercury: How a Simple Chemical Reaction Can Save Lives

January 31, 2025

Let's talk about mercury(II), a nasty material that's super dangerous. Getting rid of it isn't easy but detecting it quickly and accurately is very important. A recent breakthrough uses a special chemical reaction to show mercury in water. This discovery uses something called diselenide containing r

science

Shining Lights on History: Tattoos and Black Holes

January 31, 2025

Every month, science serves up a buffet of fascinating discoveries. But with so much to digest, some amazing findings can slip through the cracks. Let's dive into a couple of standout stories from January. Imagine peering into the heart of a black hole. In 2019, scientists pulled off an inc

environment

Water Wise: Unpredictable Soil Moisture

January 31, 2025

The eastern region of the Songnen Plain is a big deal for farming. But there is a problem. Soil moisture there is tricky. Farmers need to know what to expect from the soil. But it is not easy. It can change because of weather, plants, and the soil itself. Scientists usually try to figure out soil m

health

The Complex Link Between Bullying, Money Worries, and Teen Suicidal Thoughts

January 31, 2025

Let's dive into a troubling issue. Teenagers in China are facing a lot. They are experiencing bullying and struggling with thoughts of suicide. The reason behind is not as simple as one might think. Bullying victimization is tied to suicidal thoughts. But why? This is what researchers are trying to

politics

Kosher Convictions: A young woman's steadfast faith

January 30, 2025

Imagine being taken captive and having to choose between your life and your beliefs. That was the tough reality for Agam Berger during her 482 days of captivity. Agam chose to follow her faith, refusing to eat non-kosher meat. She was abducted from her base on October 7. Agam's dedication

technology

Swarms: Beyond the Basics—Beyond the expected outcomes and into open-ended exploration.

January 30, 2025

Swarm systems, are not just about getting a job done. They can do something more. That something is called open-ended evolutionary dynamics. These systems can keep exploring and creating new things without an endpoint, and without anyone being in charge. Swarm Chemistry is a good example of