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Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles currently still require oil
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Let’s face it; hydrogen fuel cells are really awesome. In goes some hydrogen — which just happens to be the most abundant element in the universe — and out comes a bunch of electricity....
Better know a prokaryote
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The virus formerly known as “swine flu,” or the H1N1 strain of the common influenza virus, has gotten all the press lately, so I thought I would steal back some of the spotlight and...
Carbon, we hardly know ye
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You are mostly water and carbon. Oh, sure, there is some nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen, along with a host of other elements thrown in there, but you’re pretty much all carbon. You’re not alone...
From Bombers to Bisons
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I had it all planned out. Actually, I had the whole thing written: an article highlighting the dismal failures of the 2009 Winnipeg Blue Bombers. It was chock full of delicious puns, devastating burns...
Myth of rock climbing in the prairies: debunked
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My jaw hit the floor when I first heard of this phenomenon, how could it exist? Around these parts it’s a myth as prevalent as sasquatch, or even the yeti; it’s rock climbing in...
Marginally better your odds!
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Every year when the NHL regular season begins, so do countless fantasy leagues and hockey pools. For those who’ve already gotten roped into one, or for those looking to add more time wasting activities...
UFC? Why, yes please!
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Someone once said to me, “Hey, Dave, you’re pretty big and strong and about as attractive as an open grave. You should try out for UFC!” To which I replied “Mom, leave me alone.”...