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CURIOSITIES
HOROSCOPES
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ARIES (mar. 20 - apr. 18):
There is a bud in your heart waiting to bloom. While you may want to skip to the end, it takes time and care for such a flower to blossom. Get some sunlight, stay hydrated, and take care of yourself. When you put in real work, you get real gifts in return.
TAURUS (apr. 19 - may 20):
Recently, you may have struggled to find support from others. It’s tempting to blame them or judge them, but this isn’t the right way to act. Remember that other people are likely dealing with the same issues you are. Take this month to show extra compassion toward your peers. Although you might not see it, they’re right there in the dirt with you.
GEMINI (may 21 - june 20):
You are patiently awaiting an answer from a source close to you. As important as it is, don’t allow it to take up too much of your attention. You’re the one in control, not them. Keep living your best life, and their response will be here before you know it!
CANCER (june 21 - july 22):
In the past few weeks, you have likely felt trapped in a rut. Take advantage of the warming weather this month and spend some extra time outside. Lie in the new grass and listen to the returning birds. With a clear head, the path forward will reveal itself.
LEO (july 23 - aug. 22):
This month, you’re transitioning into the spring and summer. Look to capitalize on this time and make some changes: rearrange your room, travel, or pick up some new skills. Change is scary but you can do incredible things if you make the most of it.
VIRGO (aug. 23 - sept. 22):
Push yourself this month to start new conversations. Be curious about new people and new information. Arguments about the little things might push you back, but don’t let it discourage you. Take it as an opportunity to improve your environment.
LIBRA (sept.23 - oct. 22):
When you’re overwhelmed, it can be especially difficult to figure out what you need to thrive. This month, make some time to reflect on what you love and what motivates you. Your problems will be much easier to solve with a clear target in mind.
SCORPIO (oct. 23 - nov. 21):
You have recently spent apart from others so you can obsess over every detail in a project. While your heart is in the right place, only accepting absolute perfection can cause a lot of anxiety. Let the little things go this month and put yourself back out into the world.
SAGITTARIUS (nov. 22 - dec. 21) :
You can sense instability in your surroundings. In the coming month, you will receive a call to keep things peaceful. Tread carefully and follow your heart. At the other side of this challenge lies true rest and relaxation.
CAPRICORN (dec.22 - jan. 19):
Happy surprises are brewing in your surroundings. You’ll be amazed at how gold there is to find if you go looking. Be observant this month, Capricorn. Take the opportunities that the universe presents to you.
AQUARIUS (jan. 20 - feb. 18):
You will learn something this month that might be hard to hear. It will come from the outside world, but it will tell you even more about who you are. Don’t be afraid to listen. Sometimes the greatest words are written between the lines.
PISCES (feb. 19 - mar. 19) :
Now is a better time than ever to believe in yourself. Take the instincts you know are true and put them to use in your everyday life. Conversely, be careful you don’t come on too strong. Success lies at the intersection between confidence and kindness.
PUZZLES
ACROSS
1. What’s the strongest sea animal? 5. Said a bad word 9. What are the smartest insects? 13. Spinning toy 14. Price for entry 15. Denial 16. Festive 19. What do you call a 5-foot psychic who’s escaped from prison? 24. Walk through the woods 25. Partner, abbrv. 26. Remained still 27. Where do you learn to make ice cream? 30. Sorrow 31. Message to the masses 32. Alternative to “FR” 33. What do you call a man who shaves 20 times a day?
DOWN
1. Atomic unit 2. theplantnews.com, for example (shameless plug!) 3. French river 4. First home for a chick 5. Often said to a mumbler 6. You and I 7. Start of a lunar month 8. One who drives above the limit 9. Trailer trucks 10. Points in a network 11. Age 12. Game, ___, match! 13. Toss 14. What do you call a fish with no eyes? 17. Ice Bucket Challenge cause 18. Body ink, for short 20. Part of a camera 21. CEO’s degree 22. “DJ Got Us Fallin’ in Love” singer 23. Slime 28. Hip-hop dance turned meme
You might notice a few clues phrased differently than the others (1, 9, 19, 27, and 33 Across, and 14 Down). Remember to think outside the box, and try not to groan too hard when you find the right answers! 29. Listening organ
PUZZLES
COME BACK NEXT ISSUE FOR THE ANSWERS!
A Poppin’ Prank
As an extra April Fool’s joke, we’ve hidden the word poppin’ (or popping) all throughout this month’s issue. Flip through the pages and count them up, then send your best guess to us on Instagram @theplantnews. If you’re the first to answer correctly, or the closest by next issue release, you win a free plant tote bag!
ANSWERS FOR THE MARCH ISSUE
Curiosities by
BENJAMIN BISAILLON Curiosities Editor
CAPTION CONTEST
Add a hilarious caption to this image for a chance to be featured in next month’s paper! Send them to us on instagram @theplantnews and we’ll put the best ones in the May issue.
This month’s image:
Send your funniest caption to us!
Photo VIA GETTY IMAGES March’s Image
Winner:
This is our newborn baby [REDACTED], isn’t she just the cutest?” The baby: By @marius_bertrand01
Runner-up:
Submitting my portfolio to university By @meghetyxo
Pictured: “EULOGY”
BY PATRICIA PICCININI
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Alyssa Scotti
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Emily Zahirovic
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Josephine Ross
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Emily McQueen
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Kiana Lavali
Staff Writer
CONTRIBUTORS
Patricia Chiru Dario De Felice Charles Lesenko-Oliveros Robert Lang-Sabourin Samantha Rainone Bee Bergeron Tyler Frankel Adrian Darwent Tanya Lemieux Victoria Volpato Cedric Boudreau Lily Massé
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