learn something new Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/learn-something-new/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 02:43:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 3D Printing–A Cool Technology https://youthareawesome.com/3d-printing-a-cool-technology/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3d-printing-a-cool-technology https://youthareawesome.com/3d-printing-a-cool-technology/#respond Sun, 29 Jun 2025 02:43:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117319 A futuristic technology for creating products Three-dimensional (3D) printing is an important application in many aspects of manufacturing. Invented in the 1980s (which was not too long ago!), 3D printing has gradually expanded to take up important roles in various industries. For example, Boeing employs 3D printing technology to produce some of the “titanium parts” […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/3d-printing-a-cool-technology/feed/ 0 About Geothermal Energy https://youthareawesome.com/about-geothermal-energy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=about-geothermal-energy https://youthareawesome.com/about-geothermal-energy/#respond Sun, 22 Jun 2025 03:49:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117249 What is Geothermal Energy? The definition of geothermal energy is “heat energy stored beneath the earth’s surface”, according to this webpage from the Government of Canada webpage. As it is a renewable form of energy, geothermal energy can be replenished and generally does not get used up. According to the Government of Alberta, the first […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/about-geothermal-energy/feed/ 0 How do light bulbs function? https://youthareawesome.com/how-do-light-bulbs-function/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-do-light-bulbs-function Tue, 20 May 2025 00:48:13 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116886 The light bulb–a transformative invention Personally, I view the invention of the light bulb as a major breakthrough in human history. Before the light bulb was invented, people depended significantly more on the natural cycles of sunrise and sunset for their schedule. After its invention, the world would never the same. Historically, the invention of […]

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]]> The Wave-Particle Duality https://youthareawesome.com/the-wave-particle-duality/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-wave-particle-duality Mon, 12 May 2025 18:28:13 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116823 An important physics principle, formed in the twentieth century Picture a drawing with sunlight in it. If you were to draw it, how would you represent the rays of sunshine? Perhaps, you could draw a series of discrete lines from a smiling sun in the blue, or maybe you should instead draw ripple-like waves? Of […]

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]]> Create Your Own Lava Lamp: A Fun DIY Experiment https://youthareawesome.com/create-your-own-lava-lamp-a-fun-diy-experiment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=create-your-own-lava-lamp-a-fun-diy-experiment Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:59:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116442 Remember the mesmerizing glow and soothing motion of lava lamps? While they might feel like a retro relic from the ’70s, they’re still a favorite for creating a little magic at home. The good news? You don’t need to buy one—you can make your very own with just a few simple materials and steps! Not […]

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]]> Agricultural Technologies https://youthareawesome.com/agricultural-technologies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=agricultural-technologies Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:58:52 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116587 Growing crops in a modern way Since the agricultural revolution that took place more than 12,000 years ago, agriculture has been a vital part of society. Throughout the centuries and millennia that followed, the practice of agriculture has gone through significant transformations. Many ancient civilizations, such as the Inca Empire in South America, used advanced […]

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]]> How to Make A Tomato Soup https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-make-a-tomato-soup/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-make-a-tomato-soup Sun, 20 Apr 2025 05:11:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116570 A simple homemade dish, and yet super delicious Personally, I have never made a tomato soup on my own. However, when I go out to eat, often I cannot help but be drawn to that delicious picture of a tomato soup on the menu. Since I was small, I have always liked the unique taste […]

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]]> Tips for a Better Vision https://youthareawesome.com/tips-for-a-better-vision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tips-for-a-better-vision Sat, 29 Mar 2025 19:06:54 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116162 Possessing a good vision: an indispensable part of health In our modern age, nearsightedness, or myopia, is rapidly rising in rate, particularly for kids and teenagers. In fact, it is estimated that about 30% of Canadians have myopia with this percentage expected to only grow higher in the years ahead. According to the Cleveland Clinic, […]

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]]> The Fascinating World of Sleep: What Really Happens When We Snooze? https://youthareawesome.com/the-fascinating-world-of-sleep-what-really-happens-when-we-snooze/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-fascinating-world-of-sleep-what-really-happens-when-we-snooze Sat, 15 Mar 2025 19:28:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115802 Have you ever wondered what goes on in your body and mind while you’re asleep? We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, yet many of us don’t fully understand what happens during this essential part of our daily routine. Let’s dive into the mysterious and fascinating world of sleep! The Stages of Sleep […]

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]]> Money Management for Teens: A 2025 Guide https://youthareawesome.com/money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide https://youthareawesome.com/money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide/#comments Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:30:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115368 Who doesn’t love money? Whether it’s to fund their hobbies or buy into the latest clothing trend, money plays a huge role in the lives of teenagers. Although, managing your finances as a youth can seem overwhelming. Some kids just don’t know where to start. Others are not familiar with the benefits of educating themselves […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide/feed/ 2 All About Birds, The Truly Amazing Creatures https://youthareawesome.com/all-about-birds-the-truly-amazing-creatures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=all-about-birds-the-truly-amazing-creatures Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:28:52 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115443 What are birds? This might feel like a question with an obvious answer, but we can “dig deeper” and explore in depth just what makes a bird a bird. Birds are considered to be vertebrates. That’s right, they have backbone (or spine), just like we humans do. They range vastly in size, from the “nine-foot-tall ostrich” […]

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]]> Curiosity: The Secret to Lifelong Growth and Success https://youthareawesome.com/curiosity-the-secret-to-lifelong-growth-and-success/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=curiosity-the-secret-to-lifelong-growth-and-success Sun, 16 Feb 2025 06:04:50 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115424 Curiosity is one of the most underrated and powerful traits a person can have. It fuels creativity, drives personal growth, and fosters opportunities that would otherwise remain unseen. In our current world, which is becoming increasingly competitive and fast-paced, staying curious is not just an asset—it is a necessity. Curiosity matters. The most successful people […]

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]]> Important Tips for Better Health https://youthareawesome.com/important-tips-for-better-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=important-tips-for-better-health Sun, 26 Jan 2025 04:23:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115020 Healthy Living is Paramount in our Lives This article covers the different tips we could employ to boost our health and well-being. Many of these are considered to be “natural remedies”, and they can be easily achievable! However, all of these tips are considered to be proven by science principles. 1. A Healthy Diet From […]

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]]> The Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-calgary-zoo Sun, 12 Jan 2025 05:15:44 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114684 Showing Appreciation for the Zoo A few years ago, when I visited the Calgary Zoo for the first time, I was amazed by the giant exhibitions and the unique animals that live within them. I still remember vividly about seeing the penguins; some of them small and others quite large. Also, I remember a funny […]

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]]> All About Hurling: A Traditional Irish Sport https://youthareawesome.com/all-about-hurling-a-traditional-irish-sport/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=all-about-hurling-a-traditional-irish-sport Tue, 10 Dec 2024 02:06:27 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114102 A unique field sport  Hurling is likely a sport that many have not heard of! However, it is an outdoor game played with sticks and balls, that is also quite similar to field hockey. Historically, this game was referenced in Irish manuscripts dating back to the 13th century B.C.E.! This means that this sport already […]

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]]> The Different Types of Investment https://youthareawesome.com/the-different-types-of-investment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-different-types-of-investment Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:47:32 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114057 Many Different Options Are Available In general, the word “investment” refers to somebody putting their money into a project, business, etc., that allows them to gain additional profit on top of their principal amount. There are many types of investments available, ranging from low-risk to high-risk. Today, I have researched some of the most common […]

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]]> Food Insecurity Around the World https://youthareawesome.com/food-insecurity-around-the-world/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=food-insecurity-around-the-world Sat, 30 Nov 2024 19:36:25 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113955 The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Food insecurity is a serious problem all around the world, in both developed and developing countries. It is a big global issue that the United Nations has specifically directed one of its 17 goals for sustainable development (SDGs) towards the efforts to “end hunger, achieve food […]

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]]> The Human Brain: How Neuroscience is Advancing Our Understanding of Consciousness https://youthareawesome.com/the-human-brain-how-neuroscience-is-advancing-our-understanding-of-consciousness/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-human-brain-how-neuroscience-is-advancing-our-understanding-of-consciousness Wed, 27 Nov 2024 02:12:22 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113844 The human brain is one of the most complex and fascinating parts of our body and scientists are making existing discoveries that are helping us to understand it better. From brain-computer interfaces to memory and consciousness, modern neuroscience is unlocking the secrets about how our mind works.   Brain-Computer Interfaces: Mind and Machine One of […]

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]]> Beautiful Banana Bread https://youthareawesome.com/beautiful-banana-bread/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beautiful-banana-bread Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:03:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113611 Have you tried banana bread before? If you haven’t – What. Are. You. Doing? delicacy ranks very highly amongst the list of my most favourite sweet treats. And on top of tasting so good, it’s somewhat healthy too! Today, I’m going to give you a quick and easy recipe for making some superb tasting banana […]

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]]> How to Build a Snowman https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-build-a-snowman/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-build-a-snowman Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:37:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113346 Did you know that there are actually many benefits to making a snowman? Even though I have never personally done it, I would like to utilize this winter to learn this wonderful skill! Making snowmen is probably considered by many Canadians to be a “classic” skill, but it really keeps our holiday spirits alive. I […]

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]]> The Benefits of Space Exploration https://youthareawesome.com/the-benefits-of-space-exploration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-benefits-of-space-exploration Mon, 21 Oct 2024 02:52:47 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113201 Featured Image by StockSnap from Pixabay Exploring places far, far away to benefit the world close by You’ve probably heard of many cool stories about space exploration, whether it is astronauts taking off into space, or unmanned spacecrafts flying by planets at extremely fast speeds. Well, as it turns out, space exploration not only has […]

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]]> Firecracker Chicken: How to Cook This Classical Chinese Cuisine? https://youthareawesome.com/firecracker-chicken-how-to-cook-this-classical-chinese-cuisine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=firecracker-chicken-how-to-cook-this-classical-chinese-cuisine Thu, 03 Oct 2024 18:56:55 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113152 Firecracker Chicken: How to Cook This Classical Chinese Cuisine? For some spicy relief from one’s busy schedule of work or school, consider some classical Chinese Sichuanese cuisine. Just like the descriptive nature of its name, Firecracker Chicken (known as Laziji) is perfect for some sharp and satisfying hotness. Vibrant in colour and rich in taste, […]

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]]> Fun Activities To Do During the Summer https://youthareawesome.com/fun-activities-to-do-during-the-summer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fun-activities-to-do-during-the-summer Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:50:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112739 Featured Photo by Raphaël Biscaldi on Unsplash Welcome to June, the start of summer! Summer is the favorite season for many people around the world. The warm (and often hot) weather means that individuals can choose to partake in a greater variety of outdoor activities than they can in winter. In this article, I will […]

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]]> How to become better at public speaking https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-become-better-at-public-speaking/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-become-better-at-public-speaking Sun, 09 Jun 2024 17:07:50 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112667 Public Speaking–Truly an important life skill Public speaking is a skill that both kids and adults use in their daily lives. In fact, no matter which occupation an individual holds, they will likely need to be able to speak confidently to communicate with a group of others in a public setting. Public speaking can range […]

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]]> The History of Vaccines https://youthareawesome.com/the-history-of-vaccines/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-history-of-vaccines Mon, 27 May 2024 02:33:45 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112498 An indispensable healthcare tool Many illnesses and diseases plague humanity as well as other species of organisms in our natural world. Bacteria, viruses, as well as a plethora of other types of pathogens are responsible for harming billions of peoples’ lives all over the world. It is because of this that vaccines have been conceived by many cultures around the world since a very […]

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]]> Calgary’s Studio Bell https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-studio-bell/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgarys-studio-bell Mon, 13 May 2024 15:50:18 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112439 Featured Photo by David Beale on Unsplash A Unique Centre Showcasing Music The Studio Bell, located in downtown Calgary, opened in 2016. It is a massive museum showcasing the National Music Centre’s collections of rare instruments and artifacts, including various Canadian musical artists’ stories of their careers. It truly offers a modern feel for everyone […]

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]]> The Science Behind Tears https://youthareawesome.com/the-science-behind-tears/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-science-behind-tears Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:39:27 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112230 Living in a society with norms and expectations surrounding the act of crying, it is easy to forget that behind the gender roles, ridicule, and perceived weakness of our tears, they serve an important and astonishing evolutionary purpose. First and foremost, we must establish that not all tears are the same: in fact, there is […]

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]]> A beginner’s guide to Neuroplasticity https://youthareawesome.com/a-beginners-guide-to-neuroplasticity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-beginners-guide-to-neuroplasticity Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:03:49 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111921 What is Neuroplasticity The brain’s ability to adapt and change due to experience is known as neuroplasticity. It is a general word referring to the brain’s capacity to expand, change, or alter neural networks. This may include structural changes brought on by learning, or functional alterations brought on by brain damage. Plasticity describes the brain’s […]

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]]> The Ocean’s Secrets: Discovering over 100+ Marine Species https://youthareawesome.com/the-oceans-secrets-discovering-over-100-marine-species/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-oceans-secrets-discovering-over-100-marine-species Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:34:57 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111795 Spanning a whopping 71% across our planet, only 10% of the ocean has been charted through the use of sonar technology, and a mere 5% has been explored. That being said, the ocean’s floor remains a mystery. In a recent expedition, Schmidt Ocean Institute aimed to explore the seamounts along the coast of Valparaíso, Chile […]

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]]> Fun Facts About Formula 1 Racing https://youthareawesome.com/fun-facts-about-formula-1-racing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fun-facts-about-formula-1-racing Sun, 21 Jan 2024 18:49:41 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111273 Formula 1, the pinnacle of motorsport, is a world where speed, precision, and cutting-edge technology converge. As fans around the globe eagerly await each race,. Speed Demons: Unleashing the Power of Formula 1 Cars Formula 1 cars are engineering marvels designed for one purpose: speed. These high-performance machines can reach insane speeds, with current cars […]

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