We live in a world where our phones buzz before we even open our eyes. Somewhere along the way, technology shifted from being a helpful tool to feeling like a demanding presence in our lives.
Read more...Two scientists wagered $500 million on the future of human lifespan—will people live to 150 by 2150, or will the limit remain at 130? The bet, still active today, could shape how we view aging, science, and the future of humanity.
Please help! I am 35 years old and am so tired of going from one job to another. I had dreams of graduating college after studying computer programming and settling into a job.
Read more...Job scams in Canada are evolving—polished postings, silent spyware, and no obvious red flags. One woman lost money without clicking anything suspicious. Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself from these stealth attacks.
After being forced into exile, journalist and academic Osman Özsoy reflects on the heartbreaking cost of political repression in Turkey—where even his mother was denied the right to be buried beside her family. A searing personal story of grief, exile, and the rise of dictatorship.
The northern lights—nature’s most enchanting light show—offer a humbling, otherworldly experience that stirs awe and wonder. More than just a scientific phenomenon, the Aurora Borealis is a majestic reminder of Earth’s rhythm and beauty.
The internet should be a place of safety and creativity—but too often it becomes a space of fear and abuse, especially for women, youth, and marginalized voices. The Take Back the Tech movement empowers everyone to reclaim digital spaces through education, advocacy, and collective action.
When asked about the most beautiful place in the world, Turkish artist Barış Manço answered not with a famous landmark, but with his own neighborhood in Istanbul. His words reveal a universal truth: what we miss most is home.
If you have written poetry or a short story, share it with us and our readers. For further information or to submit some writing, email us at learningcurves@hotmail.com.
Priority given to previously unpublished work of new writers.
Where: Wherever you can access the internet (Formerly held at Innis College, University of Toronto)
When: Wednesday evenings,
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm,
September 27th – November 29th, 2020
Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18 is more than a love poem—it’s a timeless meditation on art, memory, and the power of words to defy time. Discover why its message still matters today.
