Events Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/category/local-events/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 19:21:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Plane Crash of Air India Flight 171: What Really Happened? https://youthareawesome.com/plane-crash-of-air-india-flight-171-what-really-happened/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=plane-crash-of-air-india-flight-171-what-really-happened https://youthareawesome.com/plane-crash-of-air-india-flight-171-what-really-happened/#respond Mon, 16 Jun 2025 19:21:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117190 On June 12th, 2025, at 8:09 GMT, 230 passengers and 12 crew members took off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, heading to London Gatwick. Less than a minute later, the plane crashed into the hostel of BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad. The result? 229 passengers, 12 crew members, and dozens of locals and […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/plane-crash-of-air-india-flight-171-what-really-happened/feed/ 0 Pope Leo XIV – His Story https://youthareawesome.com/pope-leo-xiv-his-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pope-leo-xiv-his-story Wed, 21 May 2025 00:06:08 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116832   White Smoke Rises! On Thursday, May 8th, white smoke had risen from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling that a new Pope had been elected. As a Pope, his responsibility is to preserve, interpret, and teach the faith of Christianity, acting as the leader of around 2.35 billion Christians worldwide today.   How […]

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]]> Breaking Barriers: Advocating for Accessibility in High Fashion Through the Met Gala https://youthareawesome.com/breaking-barriers-advocating-for-accessibility-in-high-fashion-through-the-met-gala/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=breaking-barriers-advocating-for-accessibility-in-high-fashion-through-the-met-gala Wed, 14 May 2025 15:12:49 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116817 Introduction Fashion has long been a space for creativity, self-expression, and cultural storytelling, yet it remains largely inaccessible to those with disabilities and financial limitations. The Met Gala, often regarded as fashion’s biggest night, is a platform that showcases extravagant designs and avant-garde trends. However, despite its influence in shaping public perceptions of fashion, discussions […]

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]]> Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Teens https://youthareawesome.com/mothers-day-gift-ideas-for-teens/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mothers-day-gift-ideas-for-teens Tue, 13 May 2025 23:41:52 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116845 May 11th has finally arrived, the long-awaited Mother’s Day! This is a global celebration dedicated to celebrating and appreciating mothers across the world. What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than getting your mother a gift? As teens, however, we may lack the resources to get our mothers expensive gifts similar to how adults might. […]

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]]> Mental Health Week 2025: The Power of Community https://youthareawesome.com/mental-health-week-2025-the-power-of-community/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mental-health-week-2025-the-power-of-community Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:18:27 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116737 Every year, Mental Health Week gives us space to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with ourselves and with others.  It takes place from May 12- 18 this year, and the theme is simple yet profound: Community This theme invites us to think about where we belong, who we lean on, and how we support one another in […]

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]]> USC Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge https://youthareawesome.com/usc-speak-your-mind-ice-bucket-challenge/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=usc-speak-your-mind-ice-bucket-challenge Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:00:34 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116617 Sound Familiar? Deja vu is sweeping across social media users as the new face of the 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge has arisen, this time with a focus on mental health. Students from the University of South Carolina’s Mind (Mental Illness Needs Discussion) club have revamped the challenge nearly a decade later in hopes of raising […]

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]]> Low-Key Birthday Spots and Ideas in Calgary https://youthareawesome.com/low-key-birthday-spots-and-ideas-in-calgary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=low-key-birthday-spots-and-ideas-in-calgary Mon, 21 Apr 2025 03:25:37 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116556 Let’s be real: not every birthday needs to be a big, over-the-top party with 50 people, balloons everywhere, and a surprise flash mob (though that does sound kind of fun). Sometimes, the best birthdays are the chill ones—just a few close friends, some good vibes, and doing something a little different. If you’re looking for […]

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]]> Canada Votes: 2 Weeks Till the 45th Federal Election Hours: https://youthareawesome.com/canada-votes-2-weeks-till-the-45th-federal-election-hours/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=canada-votes-2-weeks-till-the-45th-federal-election-hours Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:10:35 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116542 Two weeks out from election day, and it feels like Canada is holding its breath. The 45th federal election, happening April 28, isn’t just about party platforms or campaign ads, it’s about who we trust to lead us through the mess we’re in right now. From unexpected political shakeups to rising tension with the U.S, […]

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]]> Why You Should Participate in the Calgary Youth Science Fair https://youthareawesome.com/why-you-should-participate-in-the-calgary-youth-science-fair/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-you-should-participate-in-the-calgary-youth-science-fair Sat, 05 Apr 2025 22:15:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116329 Nothing feeds the mind like a good trip to a science fair. Especially if you’re participating as a contestant! There are truly so many aspects of the world that are being explored, and I feel astonished at the sheer number of young aspiring scientists and children with the drive to explore their inquiries. I think […]

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]]> Good News: A Compilation of Wholesome News Sources https://youthareawesome.com/good-news-a-compilation-of-wholesome-news-sources/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=good-news-a-compilation-of-wholesome-news-sources Sun, 16 Mar 2025 02:51:27 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115947 When you think about news sources, the news you see is nearly never positive. Every day, we get closer to blowing up the planet with climate change; people are being hurt in countless ways; stocks are going down and the price of fresh food is stratospheric; natural disasters have occurred and been devastating to everyone […]

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]]> Who is Mark Carney? A Synopsis of the Liberal Party’s New Leader https://youthareawesome.com/who-is-mark-carney-a-synopsis-of-the-liberal-partys-new-leader/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=who-is-mark-carney-a-synopsis-of-the-liberal-partys-new-leader Fri, 14 Mar 2025 21:41:34 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115847 Introduction On January 6th, 2025, Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as Leader of the Liberal Party and Prime Minister of Canada. “As you all know, I’m a fighter. Every bone in my body has always told me to fight because I care deeply about Canadians. I care deeply about this country, and I will always […]

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]]> Celebrating Holi in 2025: The Inside Scoop https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 01:22:04 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115659   Holi is one of the most vibrant festivals in the world. With roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has been coined as the “Festival of Colours.” During this holiday, families and friends come together to celebrate themes like love, life, and the arrival of spring. It will be celebrated this year on March 14th, […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/feed/ 2 Who was Canada’s 18th Prime Minister, Brian Mulroney? https://youthareawesome.com/who-was-canadas-18th-prime-minister-brian-mulroney/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=who-was-canadas-18th-prime-minister-brian-mulroney Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:11:22 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115105 On Feb. 29, 2024, Brian Mulroney, the 18th Prime Minister of Canada who served for two terms nearly a third of a century ago, passed away surrounded by family at the age of 84. What followed was an outpouring of condolences and tributes to the late statesman, from public figures on both sides of the […]

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]]> NewJeans vs. ADOR: The Ongoing Battle and Its Bright Future https://youthareawesome.com/newjeans-vs-ador-the-ongoing-battle-and-its-bright-future/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=newjeans-vs-ador-the-ongoing-battle-and-its-bright-future Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:35:51 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115281 The K-pop scene has been buzzing with the ongoing dispute between the popular girl group NewJeans and their former management company, ADOR, a subsidiary of HYBE. This conflict has not only captivated fans but also raised questions about the dynamics of artist management and contract disputes in the entertainment industry. The Beginning of the Conflict […]

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]]> Nintendo Switch 2: What You Need To Know About It https://youthareawesome.com/nintendo-switch-2-what-you-need-to-know-about-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nintendo-switch-2-what-you-need-to-know-about-it Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:32:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114878 Introduction: The Nintendo Switch gaming console has without a doubt revolutionized the world of gaming, in which it combines as a home console and a portable gaming device. The Switch was one of the greatest investments in Nintendo history because since its release date in March 2017, it has amassed a global sale of 130 […]

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]]> Justin Trudeau Resigns: A New Chapter for Canada’s Liberal Party https://youthareawesome.com/justin-trudeau-resigns-a-new-chapter-for-canadas-liberal-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=justin-trudeau-resigns-a-new-chapter-for-canadas-liberal-party Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:05:33 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114653 In a surprising turn of events, Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party and as Prime Minister of Canada. This decision comes after months of internal pressure and declining popularity. Trudeau, who has led Canadian politics since 2015, cited internal battles and the need for a “real choice” in […]

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]]> Warm Up This Winter: A Guide to Banff’s Best Hot Chocolates! https://youthareawesome.com/warm-up-this-winter-a-guide-to-banffs-best-hot-chocolates/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=warm-up-this-winter-a-guide-to-banffs-best-hot-chocolates https://youthareawesome.com/warm-up-this-winter-a-guide-to-banffs-best-hot-chocolates/#comments Sat, 14 Dec 2024 02:35:00 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113918 As the winter chill settles over Banff, there’s no better way to warm up than with a steaming cup of hot chocolate. Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff transforms into a winter wonderland, offering breathtaking snowy landscapes, cozy fireside retreats, and, of course, some of the best hot chocolates you’ll ever taste. […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/warm-up-this-winter-a-guide-to-banffs-best-hot-chocolates/feed/ 2 Opera is Boring… Right? An Interview With Anna Theodosakis https://youthareawesome.com/opera-is-boring-right-an-interview-with-anna-theodosakis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=opera-is-boring-right-an-interview-with-anna-theodosakis Sat, 16 Nov 2024 22:02:03 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113513 It’s expensive, outdated, and dull. Watching a bunch of people in powdered wigs sing in foreign languages at insanely high pitches for hours… where’s the fun in that? Actually, there’s a lot of fun in it. There’s also a lot more to opera than what meets the initial thought. This initial thought process is a […]

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]]> Han Kang – First Korean Nobel Prize Winner for Literature https://youthareawesome.com/han-kang-first-korean-nobel-prize-winner-for-literature/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=han-kang-first-korean-nobel-prize-winner-for-literature Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:47:54 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113542 On the 10th of October, an author by the name of Han Kang received the Nobel Prize for Literature, becoming the first Korean writer and first female Asian writer to receive the prize. She was awarded “for her intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life.” She is known […]

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]]> The 2024 U.S. Election: What does it mean for Canada? https://youthareawesome.com/the-2024-u-s-election-what-does-it-mean-for-canada/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-2024-u-s-election-what-does-it-mean-for-canada Sun, 10 Nov 2024 04:41:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113456 The economic, social, political, and geographic ties between the United States of America and Canada are unlike those of many other nations. Since the two countries share the world’s largest land border, and have trade agreements which are worth millions of dollars, it can be seen that they are closely connected to one another. Therefore, […]

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]]> What does it mean to be “effective” to stop bullying? https://youthareawesome.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-effective-to-stop-bullying/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-does-it-mean-to-be-effective-to-stop-bullying Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:18:14 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113352 What does it mean to be “effective” to stop bullying? Bullying is a serious social issue especially among children and teenagers, often involving verbal, social, and physical abuse, causing severe damage to both the mental and physical wellbeing of victims. There have been numerous studies targeting the root causes behind bullying; government and school authorities […]

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]]> A Great Opportunity for High Schoolers: Exploring Biology at the Canadian Biology Olympiad Camp https://youthareawesome.com/a-great-opportunity-for-high-schoolers-exploring-biology-at-the-canadian-biology-olympiad-camp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-great-opportunity-for-high-schoolers-exploring-biology-at-the-canadian-biology-olympiad-camp Mon, 29 Jul 2024 19:17:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112984 The Canadian Biology Olympiad Camp is a hands-on summer camp opportunity offered to high school students in grades 9-12. Though all students are welcome to apply, the program is a competitive program that only selects 25 participants. With this camp, there is one major perk for students who are passionate about biology: the program offers […]

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]]> The Wonders and Ponderings on the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony https://youthareawesome.com/the-wonders-and-ponderings-on-the-paris-olympics-opening-ceremony/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-wonders-and-ponderings-on-the-paris-olympics-opening-ceremony Mon, 29 Jul 2024 15:50:08 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112997 One of the most famous quadrennial events, the Olympics undoubtedly presents itself as the center of all the world’s attention. This year, 2024, the Olympics takes place in Paris, a city often remembered for its high fashion and romance. From July 24 to August 11, thousands of accomplished athletes gather, coming from more than 200 […]

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]]> Animal Abuse and the Calgary Stampede https://youthareawesome.com/__trashed-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=__trashed-3 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:53:50 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112915 The Calgary Stampede is no small event. In 2024, it experienced record-breaking admissions. People come from all around the world, crowding the streets of Downtown Calgary, in order to enter the famous event. You could even say that Calgary’s culture owns the week. There’s strangely flavoured foods, wild rides, concerts, and shows, but the Calgary […]

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]]> 3 things you probably didn’t know about the Calgary Stampede https://youthareawesome.com/3-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-the-calgary-stampede/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-the-calgary-stampede Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:48:42 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112873 Now that summer is here, the sun is shining, and the month of July is approaching, Calgarians are looking forward to the Calgary Stampede! While most of us are familiar with the Stampede, we might not know the interesting history behind this popular event. A recent study by CBC Calgary revealed some rarely known, intriguing […]

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]]> An update on the colonization of Mars https://youthareawesome.com/an-update-on-the-colonization-of-mars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=an-update-on-the-colonization-of-mars Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:30:32 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111321 Introduction Mars: the fourth planet in our solar system that has the possibility to inhabit life in the future. More than 50 years ago, humans have had their first mark on the moon. However, today, one of humanity’s biggest goals is to colonize Mars. With significant advancements in technology and with more to come, this […]

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]]> Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion Feud https://youthareawesome.com/nicki-minaj-and-megan-thee-stallion-feud/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nicki-minaj-and-megan-thee-stallion-feud Wed, 31 Jan 2024 01:00:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111440 In 2019, the dynamic duo of Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj graced the music scene with their powerhouse collaboration, “Hot Girl Summer”. During this period, the public perceived them as friends, with both artists expressing nothing but admiration for each other. Megan even went so far as to proclaim Nicki as one of her […]

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]]> 5 Exciting Things About The Holidays https://youthareawesome.com/5-exciting-things-about-the-holidays/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-exciting-things-about-the-holidays Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:51:44 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110678 At the end of every year, we have our well-deserved holidays. While we could all celebrate different things, the holidays are a very enjoyable time for all. In fact, two of the most popular holidays around the world are Christmas and New York. There are many exciting things that make a holiday as memorable as […]

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]]> The History of Science https://youthareawesome.com/the-history-of-science/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-history-of-science Mon, 11 Dec 2023 03:13:31 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110791 A field of study that dominates more than thinking Science is a field that everybody comes into contact with, in one way or another. For example, in the winter, people living in most countries require furnaces to heat their homes. The furnaces all undergo combustion reactions, which require extensive study into various chemical reactions to […]

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]]> A Dam Big Removal Project https://youthareawesome.com/a-dam-big-removal-project/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-dam-big-removal-project Fri, 08 Dec 2023 23:18:08 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110785   Dams. The harness for hydroelectricity, they are one of the most reliable sources of green electricity that humans have discovered. But despite being an efficient and renewable source of energy, there are several ways that dams actually damage the environment more than it helps save it. The removals of the Klamath River dams are […]

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