Kim Kimberlin

March 20, the first day of spring, is also International Day of Happiness. (File photo)

Strong social circles increase happiness and may increase life span

International Day of Happiness is March 20. Here’s what you can do to increase your happiness.

March 20, the first day of spring, is also International Day of Happiness. (File photo)
A cancer researcher conducts lab work for the BC Cancer Foundation. (Photo courtesy of BC Cancer Foundation)

B.C. researchers use AI to predict a cancer patient’s survival rate with 80% accuracy

The AI model will give improved recommendations for cancer treatment

A cancer researcher conducts lab work for the BC Cancer Foundation. (Photo courtesy of BC Cancer Foundation)
Next Wednesday, Feb. 23, is Pink Shirt Day, when many people will be clad in shades of pink to show awareness about bullying and determination to oppose it. (Photo submitted)

Wear pink and stand up against bullies

Event takes place Feb. 22

Next Wednesday, Feb. 23, is Pink Shirt Day, when many people will be clad in shades of pink to show awareness about bullying and determination to oppose it. (Photo submitted)
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Valentine’s Day has sordid history

It didn’t start out as a day filled with flowers, candle-lit dinners and online proclamations

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