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To Spice Things up or Not to Spice Things up: Investigating Perceptions of Sexual Novelty Use in Romantic Relationships
No full textThere is a gap within the literature regarding long-term, heterosexual romantic relationships and the methods by which they attempt to maintain their sexual satisfaction. We investigated how sexual novelty (sex toys, novel sexual positions, etc) was described in five couples’ (primarily White, mixed-sex, co-habiting) sexual discussions and the relation to sexual satisfaction changes over one year. We identified two themes; couples explored adding sexual novelty either to enhance a satisfactory sexual relationship or as a means to address a perceived problem. Enhancement-focused couples maintained their sexual satisfaction over one year, but problem-focused women showed an increase in satisfaction. Results suggest that adding novelty may be a viable strategy to maintain or increase sexual satisfaction
Coastal Connections: Exploring the Biology, Ecology, and Geology of the Wild Mile's Intertidal Zone
Get PDFOur study assessed the ecological dynamics of the intertidal zone of the Wild Mile, a rocky beach along Vancouver's English Bay shoreline, facing increasing pressures from urbanization and climate change. Through fieldwork and literature review, we inventoried intertidal flora and fauna, mapped rock formations, and explored interactions between biology, ecology, and geology. We utilized mobile apps like Seek to identify species present in the intertidal zone. We mapped grain size distribution using Field Maps and exported data to QGIS for more detailed mapping. Our results highlight the importance of preserving native species and managing invasive ones, such as bull kelp and Pacific oysters, to maintain ecosystem resilience. Additionally, the role of ecosystem engineer species, like acorn barnacles and Pacific blue mussels, underscores the intricate connections within intertidal habitats. Strategies such as shoreline enhancement through the placement of boulders and comprehensive habitat assessments are vital for mitigating these threats and preserving ecosystem integrity. Collaborative governance involving Indigenous Peoples, federal, provincial, and municipal perspectives, is essential for effective environmental management, particularly regarding stormwater and sewage impacts and adaptation plans for sea level rise
The Ethical Challenges of Volunteer Tourism in Orphanages: Nurturing Good Intentions or Harming Vulnerable Children?
Get PDFAlgorithms of Mass Destruction
Get PDFThe genocide in Gaza has been widely witnessed on social media, where the rapid dissemination of news and the rise of social activism have left many unsure of where to turn for accurate information. This paper critically examines the role of propaganda and dataism in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on how social media platforms contribute to the dehumanization of Palestinian civilians. Drawing on autoethnographic insights from Instagram, the paper explores symbolic violence and the construction of narratives that essentialize and marginalize Palestinian identities, leading to compassion fatigue among global audiences. The analysis underscores the dual role of social media as both a tool for resistance and a mechanism of oppression within a broader techno-capitalist framework, highlighting the complexities of digital activism in the context of colonial violence
AI-carus
Get PDFI write this poem to express my distrust for artificial intelligence because I think AI cannot represent humans in any way. Nowadays, people are confused and cannot tell human values from capitalistic and scientific values. We are like Icarus; we use technology to gain material success and escape cruel nature. However, if we cannot recognise and reflect on the difference between humans and AI, catastrophe will eventually burn us like what it did to Icarus. 
CANADIAN POLICE KNOWLEDGE NETWORK TRAINING THE POLICE AND SECURITY PROFESSIONALS IN THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR POLICING
Get PDFOn November 14, 2023, Barrington Duffy, Business Development Representative for the Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN), presented Training the Police and Security Professionals in the professional development for policing for this year’s West Coast Security Conference. The key points discussed were the role of CPKN in training policies and professional development in policing, the issues and key focuses of the policing sector in Canada, and the need for ongoing investment in technology, collaboration, and education in overcoming challenges in the policing sector.
Received: 01-17-2024
Revised: 01-29-202
THE INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY LANDSCAPE IN THE UK POST-BREXIT
Get PDFOn November 15, 2023, Professor Julian Richards presented The Intelligence and Security Landscape in the UK Post-Brexit for this year’s West Coast Security Conference. The presentation was followed by a question-and-answer period with questions from the audience and CASIS Vancouver executives. The key points discussed were the long-term and intertwined relationship between the UK and EU, the main dimensions that this relationship holds—being first of a strategic and military nature and second a homeland security focus—and the role of international conflicts in illustrating the military capabilities of the UK and EU following Brexit.
Received: 01-26-2024
Revised: 01-29-202