March for Science scheduled to challenge Trump presidency
Scientists across the United States will march to protest recent anti-science efforts by the Trump administration in what’s being called the “March for Science.” The…
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Five reasons Winnipeg is still better than Mars, even if it’s colder sometimes
Winnipeg is colder than Mars. It’s a statement Winnipeggers love to repeat, some in a tone of disdain, some in a tone of pride. And…
Major oil leak occurs on First Nation territory in Saskatchewan
Just over 200,000 litres of oil has been leaked on First Nations territory in Saskatchewan. The oil leak affects farmland on the Ocean Man First…
New research says the moon may be comprised of smaller “moonlets” that crashed together millions of years ago
Where did the moon come from? According to new research, the moon may have been created by many “mini-moons” crashing together. The previous belief was…
Possible new treatment for tooth decay could encourage teeth to repair themselves
New research has shown promising evidence that a drug originally used to treat Alzheimer’s disease could simulate tooth regrowth to the point of repairing cavities….
Study suggests a new possible purpose for the appendix
The purpose of the appendix has remained an enduring mystery to scientists. New research, however, presents a new theory: the appendix provides a secondary immune…
World’s oldest known killer whale missing, presumed dead
According to reports from the Center for Whale Research, the world’s oldest known killer whale is presumed dead. The female orca whale – named J2,…
The five best films of 2016
Another year has come and gone, and with it came some great movies. As we head into awards season, here’s a rundown of some of…
Nearly 4,000-year-old garden found in British Columbia
Archaeologists have found what may be the world’s oldest garden in British Columbia. The excavated garden consisted of 3,768 wapato tubers (Sagittaria latifolia), also called…
2017 promises to be a big year for Canadian science
Canada’s science community had a very eventful 2016. One of the most effective vaccines against the Ebola virus was developed right here in Winnipeg. Canada…