The door to unemployment benefits is closing for million of Americans. AP Photo/John Minchillo Jeffrey Kucik, University of Arizona and Don Leonard, The Ohio State University Millions of unemployed Americans are set to lose pandemic-related jobless benefits after Labor Day – just as surging cases of coronavirus slow the pace of hiring. In all, an … [Read more...] about Pandemic hardship is about to get a lot worse for millions of out-of-work Americans
U.S. companies lash out at Texas law changes, including abortion ban
Published by ReutersBy Tina Bellon and Jessica DiNapoli AUSTIN, Texas/NEW YORK (Reuters) -U.S. companies including Lyft Inc, American Airlines Group Inc and Silicon Laboratories Inc voiced their displeasure on Friday at new Texas laws on abortion, handguns, and voting limitations, a fresh sign of increased efforts by some firms to signal their commitment to social … [Read more...] about U.S. companies lash out at Texas law changes, including abortion ban
TEXAS (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)
Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about TEXAS (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)
Facebook mistakenly labels black men ‘primates’
Published by RelaxnewsFacebook on Friday said it disabled its topic recommendation feature after it mistook Black men for "primates" in video at the social network. A Facebook spokesperson called it a "clearly unacceptable error" and said the recommendation software involve was taken offline. "We apologize to anyone who may have seen these offensive recommendations," Facebook … [Read more...] about Facebook mistakenly labels black men ‘primates’
Satire: Ivermectin
To the Melody of ‘Satisfaction’ By Laurie Baron I can’t get no Ivermectin, I can’t get no Ivermectin. ‘Cause I search and I search and I search and I search. I can’t get no, I can’t get no When I’m drivin’ in my car, and Fauci talks on the radio. He’s tellin’ me to go and get my Covid vaccination. To prevent future ventilation. I can’t get no, no, no, … [Read more...] about Satire: Ivermectin
Analysis: U.S. Supreme Court’s rightward lurch put Roe v. Wade on the brink
Published by ReutersBy Lawrence Hurley WASHINGTON (Reuters) - During a 2016 presidential debate, then-candidate Donald Trump made a statement that seemed brash at the time: If he were elected and got the chance to nominate justices to the U.S. Supreme Court, the Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized abortion would be overturned. By this time next year, with the court having tilted … [Read more...] about Analysis: U.S. Supreme Court’s rightward lurch put Roe v. Wade on the brink
REPORTERS DESERVE PRAISE FOR TOUGH COVERAGE OF BIDEN
by Carl Golden At one point in his running, four-year war with the news media, former President Donald Trump referred to it as “the enemy of the people,” a remark which rightfully drew a cascade of denunciations from news organizations, academics, members of Congress and the punditocracy which inhabits cable television opinion studios. The remark was needlessly … [Read more...] about REPORTERS DESERVE PRAISE FOR TOUGH COVERAGE OF BIDEN
TEXAS ABORTION LAW (CARTOON)
When human life begins is a question of politics – not biology
Science can observe these various phases of fetal development but cannot determine when human life begins. UrsaHoogle/E+ via Getty Images Sahotra Sarkar, The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts A Texas law that aims to eliminate almost all abortions in the state is part of a long-standing nationwide movement to restrict the right to … [Read more...] about When human life begins is a question of politics – not biology
Texas gets U.S. Supreme Court’s nod to keep strict abortion ban
Published by ReutersBy Lawrence Hurley and Andrew Chung WASHINGTON (Reuters) -A Texas abortion ban that is the strictest in the United States in almost half a century will remain in place for the foreseeable future after a U.S. Supreme Court decision that raised questions about how it will rule on another upcoming case on women's rights. The court's move late Wednesday to leave … [Read more...] about Texas gets U.S. Supreme Court’s nod to keep strict abortion ban
Afghanistan- A Lesson in Nation-Building
Afghanistan was a series of blunders right from the beginning. Our goal in invading this primitive Islamic nation, or rather a conglomeration of Islamic tribes, was to hunt down Osama Bin Laden and members of Al Qaeda to punish them for 9/11. We also wanted to make certain that Afghanistan would no longer be a sanctuary for extremist Islamic Groups intent on damaging America … [Read more...] about Afghanistan- A Lesson in Nation-Building
New WHO hub is a vital weapon to combat health pandemics
A new exceptionally significant step in the long combat against COVID-19 and its devastating variants has occurred with the inauguration of a scientific Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence in Berlin, Germany. This is a vital science-based step that will greatly help to prevent recurrence of politically-charged intractable controversies similar to those over the … [Read more...] about New WHO hub is a vital weapon to combat health pandemics
TURN OUT THE LIGHTS (CARTOON AND COLUMN)
I have a very non-bold prediction. A year from now, a majority of Americans will be satisfied with the way President Biden handled the withdrawal out of Afghanistan. And those still giving him low marks won’t remember why. Case in point: We lost fewer Americans in Afghanistan than we lost to Covid during the Trump presidency (sic), a virus he admitted he downplayed. Ask a … [Read more...] about TURN OUT THE LIGHTS (CARTOON AND COLUMN)
Roe v. Wade in Grave Danger as Supreme Court Lets Texas Abortion Ban Take Effect
"Access to almost all abortion has just been cut off for millions of people. The impact will be immediate and devastating." by Jake Johnson Common Dreams A draconian Texas law banning abortions beyond around six weeks of pregnancy took effect at midnight after the conservative U.S. Supreme Court did not act to block it on Tuesday, a decision that could have major … [Read more...] about Roe v. Wade in Grave Danger as Supreme Court Lets Texas Abortion Ban Take Effect
Texas’s near-total abortion ban takes effect after Supreme Court inaction
Published by ReutersBy Andrew Chung and Gabriella Borter (Reuters) -A Texas ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy took effect on Wednesday after the U.S. Supreme Court did not act on a request by abortion rights groups to block the law, which would prohibit the vast majority of abortions in the state. Abortion providers worked until almost the midnight deadline, when … [Read more...] about Texas’s near-total abortion ban takes effect after Supreme Court inaction
Dance non-stop for 12 days and 12 nights? One man did it.
Is it possible for a person to dance non-stop for 12 days and 12 nights? Well, it depends on which 12 days and 12 nights. According to the British book Murders Myths and Monuments of North Staffordshire, in the year 1752 CE, a man in the British village of Endon bet that he could dance non-stop from the evening of September 2nd to the morning of September 14th. That is … [Read more...] about Dance non-stop for 12 days and 12 nights? One man did it.
Disastrous Forest Fire At Lake Tahoe Was Inevitable
A disastrous forest fire at Lake Tahoe was inevitable. Climate change isn't necessarily the reason, although it is a contributing factor. Before explaining why a fire was inevitable, consider the following report from ABC News: "A day after an explosive wildfire emptied a resort city at the southern tip of Lake Tahoe, a huge firefighting force braced for strong winds … [Read more...] about Disastrous Forest Fire At Lake Tahoe Was Inevitable
Biden fends off criticism of U.S. exit from Afghanistan
Published by Reuters(Reuters) -President Joe Biden took responsibility on Tuesday for the tumultuous U.S. evacuation from Afghanistan, saying it was the best available option after a leading Republican foe described it as a self-inflicted wound that had made America less safe. Earlier in the day, the Taliban celebrated their victory over the United States, firing guns into the … [Read more...] about Biden fends off criticism of U.S. exit from Afghanistan
Why are Hospitals Changing their HVAC Design for Better Flexibility?
The COVID-19 pandemic underscored what disease experts already knew about how vital airflow and filtration are in preventing the spread of illness. Now, hospitals are reinventing their heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve air quality and aid in recovery. Upgrades allow facilities to manage airflow more effectively and prevent diseases from … [Read more...] about Why are Hospitals Changing their HVAC Design for Better Flexibility?
Explainer: What happens now that U.S. troops have left Afghanistan?
Published by Reuters(Adding dropped word in first paragraph) By Idrees Ali and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON (Reuters) - For the first time since 2001 there are no American troops in Afghanistan after the United States completed the evacuation of most of its citizens and thousands of at-risk Afghans. More than 114,000 people have been airlifted from Kabul airport in the past two … [Read more...] about Explainer: What happens now that U.S. troops have left Afghanistan?