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Garden View: Fertilizers
By Jeff Quinlan on June 14th, 2025
We are in the throes of spring, grasses are knitting over the wounds of winter kill, dandelions have made their annual showing, and the first round of blooms have come and gone on many trees and shrubs, with lilacs, honeysuckles and apple tree blossoms having sweetened the air of spring. In our urban landscapes, plants ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!This Father’s Day, let’s clear the air for our kids
By Will van Engen on June 13th, 2025
Three years, three months ago, I became a father. Like many new parents, I was filled with joy and love-and also a profound sense of responsibility. My son was born into a world grappling with war, rising authoritarianism, and an accelerating climate and biodiversity crisis that threatens the planet he will inherit. His safety and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: One slip can change everything
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on June 13th, 2025
Everyone trips up now and again – sometimes figuratively, and inevitably with age, literally. Almost always, these mistakes can be avoided. Rushing is a risk factor. The wrong shoes are too. But did you know your personality may also affect your likelihood of a fall? Was this a factor in our recent father-daughter visit to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: On the road again
By Sally Sehn on June 12th, 2025
With three great historical walking tours to offer, the Esplanade’s tour guides are gearing up for the 2025 season. One tour impacted by recent site changes is offering a new approach. The Historic Railroad District walking tour was launched in July 2022. Barely two months later, the first site on the tour, the historic Royal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cyber Safe: The psychology of cybercrime – How hackers hack your mind
By Dan Dueck on June 12th, 2025
The modern landscape of social engineering is a growing threat, Social engineering is evolving rapidly, with cybercriminals using increasingly sophisticated methods to manipulate individuals and gain access to sensitive information. From phishing emails to browser hijacks, cybercriminals are no longer just targeting high-risk sites, but are infiltrating seemingly innocent activities, like searching for recipes. At ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let’s Chat: Sit your butt down and exercise
By Linda Tooth on June 11th, 2025
Do you struggle with weight gain in your 50s or even later in life? One of the last things I had mentioned in Linda’s Lineup for 2025 was getting healthier. The last 12 months have been very stressful, and bags of potato chips have been my comfort food. Unfortunately, with that comes extra pounds. If ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kindness Matters: Gracie lives on through her owner’s walks, waves and love
By What Matters to Hatters on June 11th, 2025
The What Matters to Hatters Coalition remains focused on reducing stigma related to substance use and mental illness in our community through our third annual kindness campaign promoting the importance of kindness and connection. Acts of kindness can reduce pain, stress levels, anxiety, and depression. Kindness and connection can also increase our lifespan. As part ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Healing after hurt
By Linda Hancock on June 7th, 2025
There are two important things to ask yourself after you have experienced a loss or traumatic event: Firstly, have there been significant changes in my life because of this (sleeping too much or too little, eating too much or too little, not participating in activities that I used to enjoy)? Secondly, are there vulnerable areas ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Big-time stuff in tiny places
By Patty Rooks on June 7th, 2025
The weather has been so beautiful lately and I am just loving being outside! I must admit though, you just never know what you may encounter outdoors this time of the year. Yesterday, I was walking across the sidewalk and to my surprise, something jumped across my bare foot. Needless to say, we have a ... Read More »
1 responseBy the Way: All Creation Declares the Glory of God
By Scott Raible on June 7th, 2025
Psalm 19:1 – “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” Living here in Medicine Hat, we are surrounded daily by evidence of God’s handiwork. The wide, open skies stretch across our prairies like a canvas painted fresh each day. The South Saskatchewan River winds through our city, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Nutrition to support brain health
By Heather Mathur on June 6th, 2025
Nutrition supports our overall health, but did you know that it also supports our brain health? Nutrition plays a major role in the development of the brain in children and youth. It also plays an important role in maintaining brain health as we age. With close to 477,000 Canadians aged 65 and older diagnosed with ... Read More »
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