Here + Now
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How much do you know about COVID-19?
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5 Common Items Torontonians Throw Out Incorrectly
We’ve all been there before: standing at a garbage can, holding something you no longer want, and having no idea what to do next. Garbage sorting is difficult and frustrating, with contradictory information everywhere. And it differs depending on the municipality. The City of Toronto has made the searchable Waste Wizard database, but searching for what to do with every item can be tiresome to say the least. So, here is some clarity for all the frustrated Torontonians on how to throw out some tricky everyday items. Pizza boxes It seems so easy, right? Pizza boxes are clearly cardboard, so they go in the blue bin, right? Nope. The grease…
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Do you know your Pi(e)?
Today is March 14th, which means math enthusiasts around the world are celebrating by challenging their friends to see how many digits of pi (π) and the majority of others are celebrating by eating pie. Pi day is celebrated on March 14th as 3, 1, and 4 are the first three significant digits in pi’s representation as an infinite decimal—that means once you see the decimal, the numbers go on and on and on, well after those that appear on your phone, calculator, or a quick google search. In fact, last year, Google announced that one of its employees, Emma Haruka Iwao had set a new record after discovering almost…
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Coronavirus Update: How to Handle the ‘Pandemic’
In the wake of the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic we must all remember to stay calm and listen to the advice of authorities who have been working around the clock. The world faces a global standstill as the reactions to the recent ‘pandemic’ have reached the world news. Stock markets are on the brink of some of the greatest crashes of all time, global sports leagues close down and displace fans for coming weeks, and whole countries have been quarantined as precautionary measures. The coronavirus or COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that emerged in December 2019 from the Wuhan area of China. As of March 12, 2020, it has infected…
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Three Ways to Treat Women Like Human Beings Instead of Stylish Furniture
Happy International Women’s Day! As an attractive, intelligent reader of On the Danforth, we know that you probably don’t identify as a full-time misogynist—nor should you, considering the pay—and that you might want to know how to support the women in your life today. Don’t panic: we came up with three ways to be a better ally, all of which you can practice year-round, as well, because equality shouldn’t be temporary. Let Women Speak If you are a woman, which is about fifty per cent likely, you may have struggled to voice or to continue voicing your opinions in a group of men. This is actually a thing: several scholars,…
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Let’s Go You Reds!
Boots on cobblestone march to the beat of three drums. A chorus of supporters stomp toward the field of battle where the local team—Toronto FC—await their destiny. A new season begins, last year’s finals loss long forgotten. The supporters chant and clap in unison as they march. All for one, their collective energy is electric. Drumrolls set hearts ablaze while eager hands wave flags and flares in the air. The sea of red is united. The walk from Liberty Village is endless, but it will only take ninety minutes to decide their fate. Match information: The 2020 Home Opener is against New York City FC on Saturday, March 7 at…
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Happy 186th Birthday, Toronto!
March 6, 2020 marks Toronto’s 186th birthday when the town of York became the city we now know and love! Starting out with a humble population of 9,000, Toronto has now grown to become the fourth largest city in North America which includes other regions like Etobicoke, North York, York, East York, and Scarborough. As one of North America’s most multicultural hubs, with representations of many different cultures and neighbourhoods, Toronto is a unique place to live, work, and play. From the construction of the CN Tower in 1976 to the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal renovation of the Royal Ontario Museum in 2007, Toronto has seen a lot of development over…
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StreetARToronto You’ve Changed: A Guide to Toronto’s Evolving Street Art Scene
Whether you’re on the hunt for that perfect Instagram backdrop, searching for creative inspiration, or just want to appreciate some incredible public artwork, Toronto is the place for you. But in a city that’s become internationally renowned for its thriving urban art scene and thousands of dynamic murals, where should you start?
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Downward Facing Dog: The Benefits of Puppy Yoga
In need of some way to relax and destress? Puppy Love Yoga is the best place to go.
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Which Love Reality Tv Show Should You Star In?
Ready to take the Reality TV leap for love but don't know where to go? Find out which one is the right one for you.
