On the 23rd of October 2022 the first quadruple axel in Grand Prix of Figure Skating history was landed. This jump was previously thought to be impossible and from that moment on, the figure skater became known as the ‘Quad God’. But what is a quadruple jump? Why is this feat so impressive? And who pulled it off?
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Over the past year or two, you may have noticed people wearing little stickers on their faces, often in the shape of a star or circle, sometimes yellow, sometimes blue, sometimes clear. These are pimple patches: you stick them over any spots or blemishes on the skin. They contain hydrocolloid (a gel that helps heal wounds), absorb any fluid from the area, prevent one from picking at or popping the pimple, and – unlike similar gels or creams – turn an unsightly zit into a cute and fun accentuated feature. But what if I told you that making blemishes into deliberate features was not a new concept? What if I told you that it goes back thousands of years? Allow me to introduce you to pox patches.
Common Currencies have always provoked debate and discussion between leaders of nations, who want to promote greater co-operation whilst also defending their own economic interests. After the Euro was made the official currency for twelve EU countries in 1999 (and now twenty), efficiency and economic stability increased within the eurozone, demonstrating its success and influencing the global economy. Not only does the single currency highlight European identity, but investment in the eurozone became cheaper with a lower risk and greater confidence, promoting trade alongside business. Therefore, keeping all these benefits in mind, Brazil and Argentina have recently proposed a new common currency for their nations; one which would ultimately become the second largest currency bloc after the Euro. However, the two left-wing presidents’ idea has created economic concerns over whether the “Sur” (the proposed common currency) will actually be as beneficial as they intend it to be.
Having followed a plant-based diet for approximately three years now, I’ve tried a fair share of up-and-coming meat alternatives, each with the approximate excitement of a child seeing a new toy. So, in light of any vegetarian resolutions you might have made, here is a review of seven products, based on price, taste, ingredients and versatility.
