Archive for September, 2008
(Weather) What Not to Teach in School
No commentsBy Maxine Clarke
As rumours persist that the Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin believes in the teaching of Creationism in American schools, it is pertinent to offer an opinion focusing on why religious opinions should not be imposed on children.
The sheer magnificence of scientific achievements should be held in reverance; a celebration of the ability [...]
Brain Implant to (lightning storms) Treat Depression
No commentsBy Robert Webb
Deep brain stimulation is a method to alter brain functioning. The idea behind this technology is that scientists implant a small electrode deep within the brain. This electrode delivers controlled jolts of electricity to the surrounding brain tissue. Depending on how it is placed, it can either increase or decrease [...]
So You Think You Can (stormy weather) Destroy Evidence With Fire
No commentsBy Rachel Yoshida
Criminals will go to almost any lengths to cover their tracks when they commit a crime that will send them to jail. Starting a fire deliberately will send them to jail also, but sometimes the act they committed will be worse than a fire. People have been using fire to destroy evidence and [...]
