Recently, a suspicious phone call was made to 911. Omar Mateen called from a night club admitting that he was the shooter in Orlando. When asked his identity, he replied, "My name is I pledge allegiance to Abu Bakr al-Baghadhi of the Islamic State." Confused by this message, 911 called back several times and were able to get a hold of Mateen. When asked what was going on in the night club he explained that he could "feel the pain of people getting killed in Syria and Iraq." The negotiators are still confused to these messages. I feel that Mateen did a responsible think admitting to what he had done, even though it was wrong. I'm not sure why he did it so "creepily," though.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/us/orlando-pulse-911-calls/index.html
Monday, October 31, 2016
Elle Holland Current Event #10
Balwinder Sahni, a property developer in Dubai, bid 9 million dollars on a license plate bearing the number 5 at a government auction. I was on of the highest prices ever bid on a license plate but not outdoing the 14 million spent in 2008 by Abu Dhabi. the single-digit plates now occupy two of his six rolls royce cars. The other plate Sahni won at an auction last year for 6.7 million that has the number 9.
I think it this is a stupid thing to spend that much money on bc it could be going to more important things like charity not just a license plate which usually comes with a car. I don't understand the significance or importance of having a single-digit license plate. However i do think it's kinda cool that there actually a market for license plates that people are that devoted to.
http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/31/news/dubai-million-dollar-license-plates/index.html
I think it this is a stupid thing to spend that much money on bc it could be going to more important things like charity not just a license plate which usually comes with a car. I don't understand the significance or importance of having a single-digit license plate. However i do think it's kinda cool that there actually a market for license plates that people are that devoted to.
http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/31/news/dubai-million-dollar-license-plates/index.html
Ian Hille current events 5 2nd period
The Lithuanian government just recently released a guide to all of its citizens on how to protect themselves and their country from Russian invasion. The fear of Russian invasion has always been a threat to Lithuania, because they once were taken over by Russia. My mom and my grandma, my mom is 1/2 Lithuanian but my grandma's parents were both from Lithuania, say they both remember thinking that Lithuania would never get its independence from Russia when they would read the newspaper and listen to the news when they were younger. I think that this is a justified worry on Lithuania's part just given the fact of their past conflicts with Russia.
Sources: cnn.com/2016/Europe/Lithuania-war-manual/index.html
Sources: cnn.com/2016/Europe/Lithuania-war-manual/index.html
Ian Hille current events 4 2nd period
The bridge-gate jury began deliberating Monday. In this trial, fired supporter of Nj governor Chris Christi and Bill baroni formerly of the port authority may face over 85 years in prison each if convicted of intentionally blocking traffic. In this suit, these actions were supposedly done to hurt a mayor who was not a Christie supporter.
Sources: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/10/31/us/bridgegate-jury-deliberations-start/index.html?client=safari
Sources: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/10/31/us/bridgegate-jury-deliberations-start/index.html?client=safari
Ian Hille current events 3 2nd period
Fossilized dinosaur brain found in England?
A British paleontologist from the University of Cambridge's Department of Earth, Dr. David Norman works with a team of international researchers who worked on and analyzed the fossil of the Dino's brain found by an amateur fossil hunter by the name of Jamie Hiscocks. Dr Norman believed that finding the cause of the Dino's death would be the key in finding how it was preserved. "Of course, dinosaurs have brains. But the discovery is amazing, in itself, because of the rarity of preserving soft-tissue in terrain animals because they decay so quickly," said Dr. Norman to CNN. Dr Norman believes the brain was preserved because of the swamp-like environment's low oxygen levels, where the Dino died, that mixed with acidity which is known to slow decay and preserve soft tissue.
This truly is an amazing discovery being the first fossilized Dino brain.
Sources: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/10/28/health/fossil-brain-cambridge-trnd/index.html?client=safari
A British paleontologist from the University of Cambridge's Department of Earth, Dr. David Norman works with a team of international researchers who worked on and analyzed the fossil of the Dino's brain found by an amateur fossil hunter by the name of Jamie Hiscocks. Dr Norman believed that finding the cause of the Dino's death would be the key in finding how it was preserved. "Of course, dinosaurs have brains. But the discovery is amazing, in itself, because of the rarity of preserving soft-tissue in terrain animals because they decay so quickly," said Dr. Norman to CNN. Dr Norman believes the brain was preserved because of the swamp-like environment's low oxygen levels, where the Dino died, that mixed with acidity which is known to slow decay and preserve soft tissue.
This truly is an amazing discovery being the first fossilized Dino brain.
Sources: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/10/28/health/fossil-brain-cambridge-trnd/index.html?client=safari
Cell Phones Keeping Teens Awake by Victoria Valdez
Using cell phones, tablets and computers at night are keeping teens awake and unable to sleep. Research shows that using these items before bed interrupts sleep time and sleep quality. It appears that the light and sounds may be too stimulating resulting in daytime fatigue. The light may also affect the internal clock of teens and delay the release of melatonin which disrupts the sleep cycle. Limiting technology is essential for a good nights rest.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/health/kids-sleep-screens-tech/
I am guilty of using a cell phone right before going to sleep. I do believe that this research is onto something and quite possibly it would be of a benefit to not use electronics right before bedtime. It is a hard thing to do but will probably be well worth it.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/health/kids-sleep-screens-tech/
I am guilty of using a cell phone right before going to sleep. I do believe that this research is onto something and quite possibly it would be of a benefit to not use electronics right before bedtime. It is a hard thing to do but will probably be well worth it.
Hope for Peanut Allergies by Victoria Valdez
Peanut allergies are a very serious issue which can turn deadly quickly. People with this allergy cannot be around even a trace of peanuts. However, there is now hope for this type of allergy. Researchers have developed a patch that might help with peanut reactions. The patch releases peanut proteins into the skin which build a tolerance. After testing, the patch proves more effective on children than on older people.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/health/peanut-allergy-skin-patch/
This is an interesting development in peanut allergies. This can give so many people hope to avoid a potentially deadly reaction to peanuts. I'm sure the parents of small children will be equally excited that this product is in development. Maybe one day peanut allergies can be a thing of the past.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/health/peanut-allergy-skin-patch/
This is an interesting development in peanut allergies. This can give so many people hope to avoid a potentially deadly reaction to peanuts. I'm sure the parents of small children will be equally excited that this product is in development. Maybe one day peanut allergies can be a thing of the past.
Estrella Ybarra
Scientists have created a plant that can detect bombs. This plant was made to pick up chemicals which are found in landmines. To read the plants they shine a laser on the leafs, which is seen with a small infrared camera. The plants created can utilized for defense applications, and,"to monitor public spaces for terrorism related activities," said Prof Strano. This plant can emit a signal from about meter away from the plant.
This article was very interesting, though I didn't understand some of the scientific vocabulary. Also, there was about 1 misspelling error, but it was all an overall very informational article.
This article was very interesting, though I didn't understand some of the scientific vocabulary. Also, there was about 1 misspelling error, but it was all an overall very informational article.
Ian Hille current events 2 2nd period
Guy spends $9,000,000 on a license plate!
Balwinder Sahni, A property developer in Dubai decided he wanted to buy the highly wanted license plate with the single digit 5. Dubai is an oil rich country who's Wealthy and willing to pay millions just to get a single digit license plate. Although this is a crazy ammount of money, and one of the largest ammounts of money ever spent on a license plate, it is still lower than the purchase made by the record holder Abu Dhabi. I still can't believe anyone would spend that much on a darn license plate, they must be some of the worlds richest people.
Would you spend that much on a license plate if you had the money?
Sources: http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/31/news/dubai-million-dollar-license-plates/index.html
Current events 1 Ian Hille 2nd period
According to the recent national poll Hilary Clinton is just barely leading before Donald Trump. As of Sunday the 30th Clinton only controls 46 percent of the votes where as Trump holds 45 percent, that's only 1 percent! However, according to CNN's polls Clinton has an lead of 47 to 42.
With the election coming to an end, and the polls very close who knows who is gonna win!
Leave a comment on who you think will win. :-)
Source: http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/30/politics/poll-clinton-trump-florida-north-carolina/index.html
Holden Daniels Post: Pulse nightclub: Chilling 911 tapes capture killer's voice
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/us/orlando-pulse-911-calls/index.html
ORLANDO, Fla. — The 911 call began with about six seconds of Arabic, and then Omar Mateen switched to English: “I want to let you know, I’m in Orlando, and I did the shooting.”
The words, among the first from four recordings that the City of Orlando released on Monday, were spoken on June 12 as Mr. Mateen laid siege to the Pulse nightclub here. And in an array of tones — even and calm at first, then at turns impassioned, incredulous and threatening — Mr. Mateen used his conversations with a dispatcher and a police negotiator to claim that the attack was the work of the Islamic State and to warn, deceptively, of nearby bombs.
This guy is crazy and is a horrible man thank god he confessed and is in police custody.
Maddie DeWitt
http://time.com/4550172/zika-virus-male-fertility/?xid=homepage
My current event is about a The Zika Virus that effected fetuses and pregnant women and can be possible that men can have The Zika Virus. It can damage a man's private area. It really effects the men in a way.
My current event is about a The Zika Virus that effected fetuses and pregnant women and can be possible that men can have The Zika Virus. It can damage a man's private area. It really effects the men in a way.
10/24/16 Skin Patches for Peanut Allergies- Theresa Dvorocsik
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/health/peanut-allergy-skin-patch/index.html
Over the course of a year, researchers from the Consortium of Food Allergy Research tested 74 peanut-allergic volunteers, ages 4 through 20, to see whether a daily Viaskin peanut patch could help raise their peanut threshold. This patch, called epicutaneous immunotherapy, released peanut proteins into the participants' skin, building cellular tolerance to the nuts.
The results showed that participants who received higher doses of peanut protein in the patch were able to consume more peanuts after a year. The patch was the most effective on children ages 4 to 11 and significantly less effective on older participants, according to a statement from the National Institutes of Health, which funded the study through its National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
This is incredibly interesting to me because I have a life-threating peanut allergy and my allergist and I have been looking for solutions for years and this might be a new one. I do immunotherapy for my allergies like cats, grass, and other outdoor allergies, but my peanut allergy is so severe it has never been safe to try.
Over the course of a year, researchers from the Consortium of Food Allergy Research tested 74 peanut-allergic volunteers, ages 4 through 20, to see whether a daily Viaskin peanut patch could help raise their peanut threshold. This patch, called epicutaneous immunotherapy, released peanut proteins into the participants' skin, building cellular tolerance to the nuts.
The results showed that participants who received higher doses of peanut protein in the patch were able to consume more peanuts after a year. The patch was the most effective on children ages 4 to 11 and significantly less effective on older participants, according to a statement from the National Institutes of Health, which funded the study through its National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
This is incredibly interesting to me because I have a life-threating peanut allergy and my allergist and I have been looking for solutions for years and this might be a new one. I do immunotherapy for my allergies like cats, grass, and other outdoor allergies, but my peanut allergy is so severe it has never been safe to try.
jenny currents events post
A homeschool mom is sentenced to jail for six months for late paper work.
On 2015 the mothers decided to take her child out of public school and because she saw that her child was thriving she decided to continue. The school district sent the mother a letter talking about a end of year assessment but they had told her that there was no deadline for it .
When she was gonna turn in the papers they caught her and told her the papers were due 6 weeks ago.
I think this is really bad because she was just trying to teach her child and she was given false information.
Kids Poisoned by Medicine by Yari Collins
Kids and teenagers are being poisoned by opioid painkillers that are giving to other family members. Children are being hospitalized everywhere over the world. These painkillers are giving to people who need it and some how kids are getting to it. Most likely almost every household has them so you cant really take control.This isn't just with opiod painkillers this is with all different types of medication
.http://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/10/31/500091889/more-children-are-being-poisoned-by-prescription-opoioids
.http://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/10/31/500091889/more-children-are-being-poisoned-by-prescription-opoioids
Trump's Smart Mouth by Alex Travell
www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/politics/trump-pentagon-mosul-differ/index.html
The fights against ISIS have been successful, and the campaign to end their terror is going as planned. Of course, the Republican nominee Donald Trump keeps running his big mouth, and is saying immature things like,"The attack on Mosul is turning out to be a total disaster," and, "U.S. is looking so dumb." Tha immature fool needs to stop with the ridiculous comments, for no one cares about what he has to say, like honestly.
If he expects to win the election, then he needs to keep his mouth shut, because we don't need a president with a smart mouth.
He especially needs to chill out with the remarks when it involves our country's military.
The fights against ISIS have been successful, and the campaign to end their terror is going as planned. Of course, the Republican nominee Donald Trump keeps running his big mouth, and is saying immature things like,"The attack on Mosul is turning out to be a total disaster," and, "U.S. is looking so dumb." Tha immature fool needs to stop with the ridiculous comments, for no one cares about what he has to say, like honestly.
If he expects to win the election, then he needs to keep his mouth shut, because we don't need a president with a smart mouth.
He especially needs to chill out with the remarks when it involves our country's military.
Leo Sanchez #10
PLANT THAT CAN DETECT BOMBS!!
Scientists turned normal spinach plants into bomb detectors, putting tiny tubes inside the plant it can detect chemicals from land mines underground. The plants glow after being hit with a laser and can be detected with just your smartphone camera. researchers can pick up the signal from about a mile away. I think this sounds pretty cool and I read that its cheap but really how cheap is cheap? Putting tubes in plants sound hard and not cheap to me. still interesting what some people can do.
http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-37823909
Scientists turned normal spinach plants into bomb detectors, putting tiny tubes inside the plant it can detect chemicals from land mines underground. The plants glow after being hit with a laser and can be detected with just your smartphone camera. researchers can pick up the signal from about a mile away. I think this sounds pretty cool and I read that its cheap but really how cheap is cheap? Putting tubes in plants sound hard and not cheap to me. still interesting what some people can do.
http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-37823909
Leo Sanchez #9
CHANCE THE RAPPER IN A FEATURE FILM
He recently made this bomb mixtape "Coloring book" but he was shot in a movie this summer that comes out next year! Its called "Slice" and starring chance its in a cool city and a guy framed for a big killing spree targeting pizza boys. Chance plays "Dax" who was a werewolf Chinese delivery guy. The movie sounds pretty weird to me and i'd love to go and see it!
http://www.ew.com/article/2016/10/31/chance-rapper-film-slice-a24
He recently made this bomb mixtape "Coloring book" but he was shot in a movie this summer that comes out next year! Its called "Slice" and starring chance its in a cool city and a guy framed for a big killing spree targeting pizza boys. Chance plays "Dax" who was a werewolf Chinese delivery guy. The movie sounds pretty weird to me and i'd love to go and see it!
http://www.ew.com/article/2016/10/31/chance-rapper-film-slice-a24
Leo Sanchez #8
PULSE NIGHT CLUB 911 CALLS AUDIO RELEASED CALL FROm THE SHOOTER
“They’re killing a lot of innocent people, so what am I to do here when my people are getting killed over there? You get what I’m saying?” (Mateen the shooter) says. He talks about the US airstrikes that kill towns of people. “You’re annoying me with a lot of these phone calls,” an impatient Mateen said during one of the calls. Asked by the negotiator whether Mateen had done anything about the crisis in the Middle East, Mateen sneered, “You already know what I did.”
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2016/10/31/pulse-911-audio-calls/93085630/
“They’re killing a lot of innocent people, so what am I to do here when my people are getting killed over there? You get what I’m saying?” (Mateen the shooter) says. He talks about the US airstrikes that kill towns of people. “You’re annoying me with a lot of these phone calls,” an impatient Mateen said during one of the calls. Asked by the negotiator whether Mateen had done anything about the crisis in the Middle East, Mateen sneered, “You already know what I did.”
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2016/10/31/pulse-911-audio-calls/93085630/
Leo Sanchez current event #7
Colonials gasoline, lines shut after explosion
A segment of the pipeline was under construction when it blew up last week The gasoline leak was the company's biggest since 1997. The explosion occurred only a MILE from peoples residential houses! I found this article on Google News and the publisher was reuters.com
http://www.reuters.com/article/us-pipeline-blast-alabama-idUSKBN12V2FC
A segment of the pipeline was under construction when it blew up last week The gasoline leak was the company's biggest since 1997. The explosion occurred only a MILE from peoples residential houses! I found this article on Google News and the publisher was reuters.com
http://www.reuters.com/article/us-pipeline-blast-alabama-idUSKBN12V2FC
Isabella Macey Current event #10
A man who had been running around Oklahoma for a week robbing and killing people finally was killed in a shoot out. This all started when he shot two police officers. Later they found out he killed two of his relatives as well. Police have been searching for him and they have found him but unaware that that was him they were shot and it gave him enough time to get away from the officers. This man's name is Micheal Vance and he is 38years old. Also this week during the investigation he posted on Facebook live about him shooting the officers and needing to steal another car. Which he did end up stealing a women's car who he killed to get the car and because of how he robbed her that helped the police figure out the car he was in and eventually find him and the only way they got him was with a shootout and he died in that.
I think that this is so sad that there are people out in the world like this. I'm happy they found him and it's unfortunate that he died but he got what he deserved.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/us/oklahoma-fugitive-killed/index.html
I think that this is so sad that there are people out in the world like this. I'm happy they found him and it's unfortunate that he died but he got what he deserved.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/31/us/oklahoma-fugitive-killed/index.html
Sunday, October 30, 2016
Ellie Bush current event #10
Seven people were shot and two were killed in New York on Sunday. The people were at a party when the shooters entered the building and fired. They did this by turning off the lights and shooting everywhere. One young woman who was killed was a senior in high school and the other was a 20 year old woman.
Some kind of shooting always comes up when I look at current events. This is sad to me because it has become such an everyday thing for there to be a shooting. Everyone needs to stay safe because you never know what could happen.
https://www.google.com/amp/newyork.cbslocal.com/2016/10/30/newburgh-halloween-party-shooting/amp/?client=safari
Some kind of shooting always comes up when I look at current events. This is sad to me because it has become such an everyday thing for there to be a shooting. Everyone needs to stay safe because you never know what could happen.
https://www.google.com/amp/newyork.cbslocal.com/2016/10/30/newburgh-halloween-party-shooting/amp/?client=safari
FedEx Packages Burn? by Victoria Valdez
A FedEx plane caught fire on the runway in Fort Lauderdale. The pilot and co-pilot managed to escape without injuries. The fire started after the landing gear on the plane collapsed. Most of the damage was on the outside of the plane near the left wing. The interior of the plane did not appear to be damaged. The plane was carrying shipments of mail.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/us/fedex-cargo-plane-fire/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool
It was initially very startling to hear of this aircraft catching on fire. We all know how important our FedEx packages are. Luckily, no packages were harmed during the fire...and no people were hurt either.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/us/fedex-cargo-plane-fire/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool
It was initially very startling to hear of this aircraft catching on fire. We all know how important our FedEx packages are. Luckily, no packages were harmed during the fire...and no people were hurt either.
Russia orders to build underground shelters to get ready for war- valerie garcia
The Russian government is preparing its citizens for a nuclear war with the United States. They had 40 million of its citizens participate in four day civil defense drills. The drills referenced a nuclear war. Russia says it will use nuclear power if the United States interferes with its military operations in Syria. ABC news reporter said, "Russian is tired of arrogant American abuse."
honestly don't know how to feel about this. I think its great they are taking caution because you never know what will happen. But i also think they are kinda doing to much. I understand they are tried of America but there is still that first step to talk things out rather then say " as soon as they but in i will kick in the nuclear power.
Bombing in Nigeria- Hannah Niara
Females suicide bombers have been suspected due to the two explosions this past Saturday in the Nigerian city, Maiduguri. The explosion took place near a refugee camp and a fuel depot. The bombs were targeted at the city's Bakassi Internally Displaced Persons camp. A few minutes after the first bomb the rescue team reported that five people were killed. Ten minutes after this, only a mile away, another bomb set off, leaving 3 more people dead, and 7 injured. All together 9 lives were taken and 24 of them were seriously injured. Although I have never witnessed a bombing I know that the feeling of seeing and witnessing or even being in one must be a terrible feeling. The only way to prevent things like this happening in the future is to set up security that will be able to detect when others are planting harmful things in places where citizens are everyday. I hope that everyone who was wounded recover fast, and that the families of those who lost their life get there answers as to who did this terrible thing to their loved ones.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/29/africa/nigeria-bomb-blasts-maiduguri/
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/29/africa/nigeria-bomb-blasts-maiduguri/
Jessica Ball Week 10
Current Events:
Donald Trump in Denmark
In Copenhagen, an add company
called Uncle Grey is making it quite obvious as to who they are routing for in
this year’s presidential election. On city buses, there are giant “mock images”
of the Donald Trump’s forehead with wheels for eyes. Since the wheels are his
eyes they are constantly rolling. In bold red letters on the add, it says “Americans
abroad, vote.” It is said that Donald Trump’s political views are very
different to those of Denmark, so Denmark is trying to convince their American
citizens to make the right choice when they vote.
I think that this is quite a funny way
make a political add. I am personally not a big fan of Donald Trump so I find
this story quite amusing considering that an entire country strongly dislikes
him. Great job to the people that made this happen.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/politics/trump-bus-denmark-trnd/index.html
American Airlines engine fails - Lauren Rothert
On Saturday October 28th, an American Airlines plane departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport caught fire on the runway. The fire was due to the right engine failing, it sent debris half a mile away. 161 passengers and nine crew members were aboard the plane just before takeoff. There were only minor injuries due to rushing down the emergency slides. Luckily, the fire happened before the plane took off, if it were to happen in the air the accident could have been devastating.
I believe that accidents like these should never happen. It shows that the planes were not properly tested before being put out on the runway. This is not the first time something like this has occurred, there have been other Boeing jet incidents like this in the last 13 months. American Airlines and Boeing will be receiving a lot of attention from outside sources to get input on the fire.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/us/ohare-aircraft-incident/index.html
I believe that accidents like these should never happen. It shows that the planes were not properly tested before being put out on the runway. This is not the first time something like this has occurred, there have been other Boeing jet incidents like this in the last 13 months. American Airlines and Boeing will be receiving a lot of attention from outside sources to get input on the fire.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/us/ohare-aircraft-incident/index.html
Finding Hope in Tragedy by Victoria Valdez
Four years ago, Aimee Copeland, went on a zip line with friends. When she was using the zip line, it broke and she fell cutting her leg open. She went to the hospital for stitches. Days later she had developed a dangerous infection called, necrotizing fascitis, which is a bacterial infection that destroys tissue and can even kill. Ultimately, to save her life she lost all her limbs. Today, she is working as a social worker to make a difference in the lives of people that have had traumatic accidents. She says that she would do it all over again because the accident gave her a purpose.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/health/aimee-copeland/?iid=ob_lockedrail_topeditorial
It is inspiring that this young woman has found purpose in the face of tragedy. I hope that I too can face life like this. It's not what happens to you, it is how you respond to life when it happens.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/28/health/aimee-copeland/?iid=ob_lockedrail_topeditorial
It is inspiring that this young woman has found purpose in the face of tragedy. I hope that I too can face life like this. It's not what happens to you, it is how you respond to life when it happens.
Brandalin Angrum 5
A homeschool mom is sentenced to six months in jail for a minor paperwork mistake. She was sentenced to 180 days in jail for not submitting her paper work in on time. As she pulled her son out of school, around January of 2015, the school told her she had to give him a end of the year assesment, and to turn in it, but she was told that there was no deadline for it. In September of 2015 the mom was preparing to to send in her paperwork when she was notified that it was due August 1, but was told there was no due date.
Meaning her child was counted absent for 6 weeks, and that turned into a court date. As she was charged with "Contributing to the delinquency" of a minor. I honestly believe she doesn't deserve to be in jail, because it is the schools fault. They told her that there was no due date, which lead her to believe she could of turned it in whenever needed or ready to do so. That's honestly not fair to her or her child.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/homeschool-mom-sentenced-to-6-months-in-jail-for-minor-paperwork-mistake/
Meaning her child was counted absent for 6 weeks, and that turned into a court date. As she was charged with "Contributing to the delinquency" of a minor. I honestly believe she doesn't deserve to be in jail, because it is the schools fault. They told her that there was no due date, which lead her to believe she could of turned it in whenever needed or ready to do so. That's honestly not fair to her or her child.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/homeschool-mom-sentenced-to-6-months-in-jail-for-minor-paperwork-mistake/
Brandalin Angrum 4
Her home is a tree house, and now the country wants to destroy it. She's lived in it for 2 years, and now she's battling with the government to keep it there. Prior to this tree she has lived in another one, in a different location for 15 years. Her name is Shawnee Chasser, Shawnee has features in her tree house, such as water, a stove, a refrigerator, a computer, and a TV. Shawnee says, "Every visit from Code Enforcement and the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources, has been scary for me." "They both add about five new fines, each time they come." They have been at it for a while now, and at the end of this battle, or debate she will have to pay up to $10,000 in fines.
Shawnee says that she will chain herself to the tree house is she has to. She is trying to raise up to $50,000 on her go fund me account, for her battle with the country. As of October 26, 2016, she has only raised $5,872. Which isn't even fourth of what she desires or is longing for. I hope she reaches her goal to get all of her money, that she wins her battle against the country, and that everything turns out okay for her.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/her-home-is-an-elaborate-treehouse-now-the-county-wants-it-destroyed/
Shawnee says that she will chain herself to the tree house is she has to. She is trying to raise up to $50,000 on her go fund me account, for her battle with the country. As of October 26, 2016, she has only raised $5,872. Which isn't even fourth of what she desires or is longing for. I hope she reaches her goal to get all of her money, that she wins her battle against the country, and that everything turns out okay for her.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/her-home-is-an-elaborate-treehouse-now-the-county-wants-it-destroyed/
Saturday, October 29, 2016
Dinosaur brain by Victoria Valdez
More than a decade ago, a brown rock was found on an English beach. It has now been confirmed that it is actually the world's first fossilized dinosaur brain. It is believed to come from the dinosaur, Iguanodon. This type of dinosaur walked that earth about 133 million years ago. The fossil brain has similarities with the brains of birds and crocodiles.
http://www.foxnews.com/science/2016/10/27/scientists-identify-fossilized-dinosaur-brain-tissue-for-first-time-ever.html
This is really incredible and it was discovered in our lifetime. There is so much that we do not know about the dinosaurs and we should never take the stance that everything pertaining to dinosaurs has been found. We should still approach this subject as explorers of history.
http://www.foxnews.com/science/2016/10/27/scientists-identify-fossilized-dinosaur-brain-tissue-for-first-time-ever.html
This is really incredible and it was discovered in our lifetime. There is so much that we do not know about the dinosaurs and we should never take the stance that everything pertaining to dinosaurs has been found. We should still approach this subject as explorers of history.
Kate Boyer: Two Earthquakes Strike Italy
In August of 2016, an earthquake struck Italy killing almost 300 people. On Wednesday October 26, 2 more devastating earthquakes hit Italy. The recent ones were 2 hours apart, the first one having a magnitude of 5.5 and the second having a magnitude of 6.1 and both took place southwest of the city of Visso. Thankfully we have yet to hear any injuries caused by these earthquakes. However, San Salvatore, an old historic church from the 15th Century, suffered severe damage leaving it unrecognizable. The city of Visso is in ruins and many people who's houses are destroyed are having to camp out in tents.
Natural disasters like earthquakes can't be predicted, let alone prevented. I feel so bad for the people that lost their homes, but I'm relieved that no one got hurt.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/26/europe/italy-earthquake/index.html
Natural disasters like earthquakes can't be predicted, let alone prevented. I feel so bad for the people that lost their homes, but I'm relieved that no one got hurt.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/26/europe/italy-earthquake/index.html
Measles vaccine - TEAGHAN ORTEGA
https://www.google.com/amp/www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/amp/fatal-measles-complication-killed-patients-years-later-n674706?client=safari
The measles is a deadly virus that you usually get around the age of 3 months to 7 years. Still some get it while they are older. The measle outbreaks come from people bringing the virus over from different countries. A new virus that I linked to measles is starting to kill people that get the measle at a young age. This is called SSPE. Is slowly kills your nervous system without you knowing that anything is wrong. People have been starting to get this type of measles more often because of the vaccine that you are given to prevent the measle from coming in your body. Scientist are now trying to find a cure but it is very hard to know who has it and if it is as contagious as the measle virus is.
I think this is so sad because thier is no way to prevent this virus from getting in your body. I never got the measles but if I did have it when I was younger I would definitely be worried that the SSPE is in my body. Sicknesses suck and are hard to keep track of but I guess the only thing that we can do is live in the moment and try to find ways to stay healthy.
The measles is a deadly virus that you usually get around the age of 3 months to 7 years. Still some get it while they are older. The measle outbreaks come from people bringing the virus over from different countries. A new virus that I linked to measles is starting to kill people that get the measle at a young age. This is called SSPE. Is slowly kills your nervous system without you knowing that anything is wrong. People have been starting to get this type of measles more often because of the vaccine that you are given to prevent the measle from coming in your body. Scientist are now trying to find a cure but it is very hard to know who has it and if it is as contagious as the measle virus is.
I think this is so sad because thier is no way to prevent this virus from getting in your body. I never got the measles but if I did have it when I was younger I would definitely be worried that the SSPE is in my body. Sicknesses suck and are hard to keep track of but I guess the only thing that we can do is live in the moment and try to find ways to stay healthy.
Kate Boyer: Is the issue of piracy fading?
Arnel Balbero, one of the 26 released hostages, tells his story about being held captive for four and a half years by Somali pirates, one of the longest times the pirates have ever held people captive. Balbero was part of a Taiwanese fishing vessel with a crew of 29 men, and in march of 2012, the ship was attacked by a group of Somali pirates. 3 of the men died including the captain of the vessel throughout the time span of their captivity. Since then, the number of recorded piracy attacks have significantly reduced, and there hasn't been a successful attack on a large ship since. Many people near the Somalia haven't allowed men to fish on commercial ships in fear of them being captured. This creates a very big problem, considering the fact that the fishing industry brings in the majority of the income.
I think this is terrifying and feel so bad for the people and their families who had to endure this terrible experience. I knew that pirates were still around today, but I had no clue it was to this extent. It is, however, good that no attacks have happened for nearly 5 years.
Melanie Escalante- new information on the robbery involving Kim Kardashian
We've all noticed Kim Kardashian hasn't been on any social media and has rarely gone out the house. This is due to a robbery that took place on October 3rd in Paris, France. Finally, we have received small detail about this night from a concierge who was with her at the time of the incident. Abdulrahman, the concierge, revealed that the thieves originally wanted money but Kardashian proceeded by giving up her jewelry. The robber put the possessions in his half open backpack which is why the jewels fell to the hotel floor. There have been no arrests made but the police are still investigating the case.
There was[is] talk that the reason for the incident was because of a picture that the celebrity posted of her valuable ring. Obviously someone that famous and well known has wealth so in my opinion, posting pictures or not, you can be a target. Even if you're not famous or not wealthy, you could still be a target. You should never blame the victim since they already have to deal with the trauma that follows.
Mica Stout | Police give himself a ticket
On September 8, 2016 Tim Grover, Haines City police officer, violated traffic laws by running a red light. Looking back at the video in October, he was actually looking at traffic violations, but found himself breaking the law. While watching the video he remembered that he turned left on the intersection while the light turned from yellow to red, and all he wanted to do was get lunch. He later told the station that he confirmed it was his patrol car and got himself a $160 ticket and a letter of reprimand.
Quote by Glover: "I've always been taught that if you've done somethin wrong, to take responsibility for what you've done and accept your punishment."
I think that honestly IS policy and Tim was doing the right thing even if it paid a price (literally and metaphorically). When you lie it will haunt you and it's easier to just confess what you've done.
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/10/29/florida-cop-gives-himself-ticket-after-reviewing-traffic-video.html
Quote by Glover: "I've always been taught that if you've done somethin wrong, to take responsibility for what you've done and accept your punishment."
I think that honestly IS policy and Tim was doing the right thing even if it paid a price (literally and metaphorically). When you lie it will haunt you and it's easier to just confess what you've done.
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/10/29/florida-cop-gives-himself-ticket-after-reviewing-traffic-video.html
Grace Biltz - Week 10 Post
Finally after 5 years, success for the environment! The world's largest protected marine area was established in Antarctica. Twenty-four countries and the European Union finally came together to form this reserve, that was in international waters, to protect the environment and 10,000 unique animal species. The species included penguins, whales, seals, krill, and colossal squid. The new rules will ban fishing, but allow for scientific research.
The marine area called the Ross Sea Region will be protected for 35 years. This was a compromise since Russia and China wanted fishing rights. Despite this compromise, it is a great success for the environment and the animals that live in it. Greenpeace, an environmental organization, is pushing for protection for at least 30% of ocean habitats.
I think this is terrific. We should do more to protect the environment and the animals that live in it. I don't think we do enough to help protect our Earth, but every step we take is progress!
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/antarctica-marine-protected-area_us_5812b90ce4b0990edc303fbd
The marine area called the Ross Sea Region will be protected for 35 years. This was a compromise since Russia and China wanted fishing rights. Despite this compromise, it is a great success for the environment and the animals that live in it. Greenpeace, an environmental organization, is pushing for protection for at least 30% of ocean habitats.
I think this is terrific. We should do more to protect the environment and the animals that live in it. I don't think we do enough to help protect our Earth, but every step we take is progress!
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/antarctica-marine-protected-area_us_5812b90ce4b0990edc303fbd
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Emily Shaw 9
This Bird Can Remain in the Air for Ten Months
Researchers have found that these bird can stay flight for most of their 10 month long non-breeding period. These birds are known to fly from Europe to sub-Saharan Africa and not touch the ground. The fact that some birds continuously fly during their non-breeding period suggests that the species doesn't need to land for sleep. Researchers suggest that one reason that these birds stay in flight for so long may be because of its diet. What do you think?
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/10/27/499635084/this-bird-can-remain-airborne-for-10-months-straight
Researchers have found that these bird can stay flight for most of their 10 month long non-breeding period. These birds are known to fly from Europe to sub-Saharan Africa and not touch the ground. The fact that some birds continuously fly during their non-breeding period suggests that the species doesn't need to land for sleep. Researchers suggest that one reason that these birds stay in flight for so long may be because of its diet. What do you think?
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/10/27/499635084/this-bird-can-remain-airborne-for-10-months-straight
emily shaw 8
(sorry this is extremely late! it apparently didn't publish :(
How Snakes Lost Their Legs
About 150 million years ago, snake used to roam around on legs. Now, scientist have located the process in which snakes evolved into having none. Some snakes retain tiny vestiges of legs that are a couple small bumps on either side of their pelvis. Apparently a specific gene in them switches on and off through their embryotic stage of development. Read More About It!!
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/10/20/498575639/how-snakes-lost-their-legs
How Snakes Lost Their Legs
About 150 million years ago, snake used to roam around on legs. Now, scientist have located the process in which snakes evolved into having none. Some snakes retain tiny vestiges of legs that are a couple small bumps on either side of their pelvis. Apparently a specific gene in them switches on and off through their embryotic stage of development. Read More About It!!
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/10/20/498575639/how-snakes-lost-their-legs
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Josh Nash posts
http://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/2016/10/26/richardson-mother-shot-killed-husband-police-say
Summary
A man, the name of Ahmed shot his wife 8 times which sadly ended her life. This incident happened in a parking lot in front of a Starbucks at night. Ahmed is getting a very deserved sentence and is held up to a $525,000 bond.
Analysis
I think that this is terrible. Nobody deserves to die this way or ever be in this situation and feel the pain she must've felt. I hope that this man gets a large sentence in which he won't be getting out of prison any time soon.
Summary
A man, the name of Ahmed shot his wife 8 times which sadly ended her life. This incident happened in a parking lot in front of a Starbucks at night. Ahmed is getting a very deserved sentence and is held up to a $525,000 bond.
Analysis
I think that this is terrible. Nobody deserves to die this way or ever be in this situation and feel the pain she must've felt. I hope that this man gets a large sentence in which he won't be getting out of prison any time soon.
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Marcus Contreras Current Event 10/24/16 #9
American respect for police reaches highest level in 50 years
Recently a lot of us have questioned our local police. Especially with the racist incidents and unreasonable shootings. A new study has shown that 76% of people report having a great amount of respect for our local heroes we call the police. Many people explain how although some systems are corrupt they respect those who save lives instead of taking them. Let's hope the world becomes a better place soon.
SOURCE: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2016/10/25/american-respect-for-police-reaches-highest-level-in-50-years/?utm_term=.664eddaf631d
Recently a lot of us have questioned our local police. Especially with the racist incidents and unreasonable shootings. A new study has shown that 76% of people report having a great amount of respect for our local heroes we call the police. Many people explain how although some systems are corrupt they respect those who save lives instead of taking them. Let's hope the world becomes a better place soon.
SOURCE: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2016/10/25/american-respect-for-police-reaches-highest-level-in-50-years/?utm_term=.664eddaf631d
180 day jail sentence for small mistake on paperwork by Ashley Mendoza
In Columbus,Ohio a mother was sentenced 180 days in jail for a minor paperwork mistake for homeschooling her kid. She, who was homeshooled herself, knew nothing about it and decided to call the school for more information.She was told there was no deadline,and turned it in late.To the state it looked like the kid was not attending public school, so the mother was convicted of truancy.
In my opinion, it's ridiculous that one small mistake on a piece of paper that she knew nothing about will make her spend 180 days in jail.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/homeschool-mom-sentenced-to-6-months-in-jail-for-minor-paperwork-mistake/
In my opinion, it's ridiculous that one small mistake on a piece of paper that she knew nothing about will make her spend 180 days in jail.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/homeschool-mom-sentenced-to-6-months-in-jail-for-minor-paperwork-mistake/
Grayson Lesley - Milburn's Current Events #10
Justin Timberlake's voting selfie had cause a lot of drama recently. The singer posted a picture of him after voting and got in trouble. It is illegal in some places to take pictures in Voting booths. You can be fined up to $50 and a 30 day jail sentence. Luckily, the person who accused him had no right and it was an unissued man.
People and selfies... https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=1&ved=0ahUKEwjs2eSdvffPAhUL6mMKHTIkADsQjcsBCDIoBTAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.eonline.com%2Fnews%2F804572%2Fjustin-timberlake-s-voting-selfie-may-have-just-landed-him-in-hot-water-two-weeks-before-the-election&usg=AFQjCNHc-jfXlAujpEPE8fOoyrKYe3K2mg&sig2=8PCGzSb_vNqgGOOUZyGb4w
People and selfies... https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=1&ved=0ahUKEwjs2eSdvffPAhUL6mMKHTIkADsQjcsBCDIoBTAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.eonline.com%2Fnews%2F804572%2Fjustin-timberlake-s-voting-selfie-may-have-just-landed-him-in-hot-water-two-weeks-before-the-election&usg=AFQjCNHc-jfXlAujpEPE8fOoyrKYe3K2mg&sig2=8PCGzSb_vNqgGOOUZyGb4w
"NJ dad jumps from bridge holding 2 kids; he dies, they live" -Ellen Whitehead
A man was found dead, with his two alive, non severely injured children, below a bridge in New Jersey. The story is not clear yet. Police officers are unsure of whether he threw his children off the cliff and then jumped, or if he jumped of the cliff carrying his two children. Miraculously, some trees below the bridge caught the children fall, therefore leaving them not badly injured. However, the father was found dead. His wife exclaims that her and the father got in a fight and he threatened to hurt their children and took them to his car and drove away. Whether he threw his children, then jumped or jumped with his children, it's a terrible thing for him to do, attempting to take his and his children's lives.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/25/us/nj-father-children-jumper/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/25/us/nj-father-children-jumper/index.html
First Women ever to Climb Mount Everest Dies at 77- Hannah Niara
Junko Tabei was the first women ever to climb the 29,000 feet high Mount Everest in 1975. In 1992 she also climbed what we know as the "Seven Summits. Theses seven summits were Kilimanjaro, Elbrus, Aconcagua, Vinson, Everest, Denali, and Carstensz Pyramid. Her last mountain climbing experience was in 2011 when she climbed Japan's Mount Fuji with some of her school students.
Junko Taebi died this past Thursday due to cancer that she'd been fighting for over three years she was 77 years old.
I think that Junko Taebi is a wonderful role model for people who are very adventurous and want to spend their time conquering things that nobody else would ever want to do. Also to be a woman and still be able to do this gives all women in this world hope to know that no matter our gender we can still do accomplish anything we want.
Junko Taebi died this past Thursday due to cancer that she'd been fighting for over three years she was 77 years old.
I think that Junko Taebi is a wonderful role model for people who are very adventurous and want to spend their time conquering things that nobody else would ever want to do. Also to be a woman and still be able to do this gives all women in this world hope to know that no matter our gender we can still do accomplish anything we want.
Miles Shickman 10/24
On Tuesday, October 18, Queensland's Dreamworld Amusement Park had a serious ride malfunction. Their Thunder River Rapids ride malfunctioned, killing four people. They were two men, age 35 and 32, and two women, age 42 and 38. This led to the park being closed and the staff working with the police to determine the facts. It's scary to me that things labeled fun for the whole family can hold such dangerous potential.
Link: http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/25/world/queensland-theme-park-fatalities/
Link: http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/25/world/queensland-theme-park-fatalities/
Monday, October 24, 2016
Maddie DeWitt
http://m.townhall.com/news/world/2016/10/24/police-in-rio-seek-10-suspects-in-gang-rape-of-woman-n2236567
My current event is about a woman that was raped by 10 men in Rio De Janerio . A Brazil police is investigating 10 men that raped this woman . Later , seven men were charged with rape. The 16-year old was drugged and raped .
My current event is about a woman that was raped by 10 men in Rio De Janerio . A Brazil police is investigating 10 men that raped this woman . Later , seven men were charged with rape. The 16-year old was drugged and raped .
First Woman to Climb Everest Dies by Madeline Cedillo 3rd period
The First Woman to Climb Mount Everest Dies
By Madeline Cedillo
Period3
Jungko Tabei,the first woman to ever climb the Mount Everest , died on October the 23rd at the age of 77.She was 35 at the time when she climbed the Everest mountain and was the first to get the "Seven Summits".She was a great inspiration to many people and did what she wanted.She was diagnosed with cancer 4years ago but that never stoped her from pursuing her dream.She will be forever in many people's hearts and will be a great mark in history.
Cite:http://www.cnn.com/world
Aeva Ramirez #2, Violating anti-vaccine parents
In Colorado, the Department of public health and environment are forcing parents who do not believe in vaccines to sign a form basically admitting that they're wrong. Many people believe that this is violating the parents first amendment and many people are protesting. The HSDLA filed a lawsuit but the charges have been dropped. Many people are banding together and have signed a petition with 16,000 signatures.
This really hits home with me and I believe this is really wrong. There has been scientific evidence that proves how bad shots can be. I grew up in house hold that doesn't support government approved shots and believes in a more natural way of healing. I have great health and have actually not had to suffer from a lot of sicknesses that my friends have gone through even when receiving shots to fight them off. My mom said she would sign it if it protected me and kept me in school, but it would never change her beliefs. A parent raises their child with their health in mind and my mom has defiantly done that.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/colorado-forced-anti-vaccine-parents-to-sign-form-admitting-theyre-wrong/
This really hits home with me and I believe this is really wrong. There has been scientific evidence that proves how bad shots can be. I grew up in house hold that doesn't support government approved shots and believes in a more natural way of healing. I have great health and have actually not had to suffer from a lot of sicknesses that my friends have gone through even when receiving shots to fight them off. My mom said she would sign it if it protected me and kept me in school, but it would never change her beliefs. A parent raises their child with their health in mind and my mom has defiantly done that.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/colorado-forced-anti-vaccine-parents-to-sign-form-admitting-theyre-wrong/
Saving The Whales?
October 24th
Olivia Martin
After years and years of battling in court over this issue, it's already back again. Japanese whaling fleets recently returned to what was supposed to be a whale sanctuary and killed over 300 minke whales, and more than half of them where pregnant. They claim that what they do is for scientific purposes, but no one is buying it. Organizations like the International Convention for the Regulation of Whaling have always been clashing with the Japanese on this problem, and work towards ending the cruelty of what whaling companies do.
We need to take the protection of whales and any other creature for that matter seriously. Whales don't need to be killed just to be 'studied'. They are an endangered species, and that's mainly because of human activity. Whales are hunted to the point of near extinction, and that's really awful. These commercial companies are destructing what should be an area of protection for this species, so how can we protect our oceans and its life when we can't even preserve this sanctuary?
http://ens-newswire.com/2016/10/24/japans-whaling-in-defiance-of-world-court-stirs-anger/
Olivia Martin
After years and years of battling in court over this issue, it's already back again. Japanese whaling fleets recently returned to what was supposed to be a whale sanctuary and killed over 300 minke whales, and more than half of them where pregnant. They claim that what they do is for scientific purposes, but no one is buying it. Organizations like the International Convention for the Regulation of Whaling have always been clashing with the Japanese on this problem, and work towards ending the cruelty of what whaling companies do.
We need to take the protection of whales and any other creature for that matter seriously. Whales don't need to be killed just to be 'studied'. They are an endangered species, and that's mainly because of human activity. Whales are hunted to the point of near extinction, and that's really awful. These commercial companies are destructing what should be an area of protection for this species, so how can we protect our oceans and its life when we can't even preserve this sanctuary?
http://ens-newswire.com/2016/10/24/japans-whaling-in-defiance-of-world-court-stirs-anger/
10/17/16 Death of Pete Burns- Theresa Dvorocsik
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-37755445
Dead or Alive singer Pete Burns has died aged 57 after suffering a cardiac arrest, his management has said. A statement on Twitter said it was with "greatest sadness" that it had to break the "tragic news" that Burns died suddenly on Sunday. Burns had a hit with You Spin Me Round in 1985 and appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2006. The management statement said: "All of his family and friends are devastated by the loss of our special star."
This is deeply devastating to many whom he was their idol. I know as a kid my father looked up to him and was in shock when he heard the news of his death.
Hundreds Of Migrants Moved From "Jungle" Camp - Mila Fisher
Over 7,000 migrants have been cleared from a jungle camp in Calais. French authorities are working hard to find out how many individuals were traveling alone versus with family, and trying their best to reunite all that have been separated. Most of the migrants voluntarily lined up peacefully to be processed, but some have concerns that they will not get to the UK. At the request of the french, the process of transferring around 1,300 unaccompanied children has halted, but not before nearly 200 children had been brought to the UK. Adil from Sudan says this:
These people have gone through so much, they deserve a chance at a new life. Hopefully they will all find better living conditions and an opportunity to earn a living. It's a relief to find a government interested in helping these people get out of the jungle.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-37745386
"My dream is dead, the people you see here, they are broken. We can't believe it's over."
These people have gone through so much, they deserve a chance at a new life. Hopefully they will all find better living conditions and an opportunity to earn a living. It's a relief to find a government interested in helping these people get out of the jungle.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-37745386
Isabella Macey current event #9
As we all know celebrities do get the chance to vote in the elections, but some celebrity figures like to make it public. This meaning some even like to back up one of the candidates in the running to become president. In specific Jay Z is headlining a concert on behalf of Hilary Clinton the day before elections. He said he wanted to do this event to target specifically young black voters into voting for Clinton. But Jay Z isn't the only celebrity who is wanting people to vote for Clinton. Miley Cyrus went around George Mason University and knocked on the college kids doors and hoping that her being famous could convince them to vote for Clinton.
I think this good publicity could really positively affect her in the elections. Honestly I'm not a fan of either candidates but I think Hilary is a better option than Donald. Hopefully all these celebrities can convince their fans to vote for Clinton instead of Trump.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/politics/jay-z-hillary-clinton-concert/index.html
I think this good publicity could really positively affect her in the elections. Honestly I'm not a fan of either candidates but I think Hilary is a better option than Donald. Hopefully all these celebrities can convince their fans to vote for Clinton instead of Trump.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/politics/jay-z-hillary-clinton-concert/index.html
Aeva Ramirez, Homeschool mom almost sent to jail
In Columbus, Ohio a Homeschool mom was almost sent to jail for six months due to miscommunication. The mother was sent a notice from the school district about the "end of the year assessment," which basically proves that your child have been thriving in their new educational environment. The mother did not know much about this, so she called up the school to find out more. The school told her that all she needed to do was to file the assessment and that there was no due date. The mother later received a notice telling her that the deadline was August 1, which she quickly submitted after the notice and the school excepted if with no problems. The mother was later summoned to court for "contributing to the delinquency" of a minor. Even though her child had scored in the 97th percentile on a standardized evaluation test. The HSLDA are pretty sure that the charges will be dropped as long as she can meet the agreements.
I think its ridiculous that the mother is going through so much trouble. There was some miscommunication on the schools part and now the mother is suffering for it. Her child scored a 97% on the standard testing and the paperwork was later submitted, so it's crazy that this mother is going to court for basically child neglect when there is apparent evidence that this is not true. I understand that the court must go through certain regulations but to drag this case out seems unnecessary.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/homeschool-mom-sentenced-to-6-months-in-jail-for-minor-paperwork-mistake/
I think its ridiculous that the mother is going through so much trouble. There was some miscommunication on the schools part and now the mother is suffering for it. Her child scored a 97% on the standard testing and the paperwork was later submitted, so it's crazy that this mother is going to court for basically child neglect when there is apparent evidence that this is not true. I understand that the court must go through certain regulations but to drag this case out seems unnecessary.
http://www.offthegridnews.com/current-events/homeschool-mom-sentenced-to-6-months-in-jail-for-minor-paperwork-mistake/
John Oliver Offers Bet with Donald Trump- Victoria Gonzalez Current Event
Last Week Tonight Show Host, John Oliver, has always had an interesting past with Republican Candidate, Donald Trump. For a couple of years the two have argued about each other like when Donald Trump said John Oliver invited him onto his show but that he declined because he had never heard of it. Meanwhile John Oliver has said that he never intends to invite Donald Trump onto the show and has even had certain episodes in which he explains why Donald Trump is so ridiculous and why Hilary Clinton is a much better option despite her own flaws. But on October 23, when John Oliver had yet another show he offered Donald Trump a bet he believed he couldn't refuse. After Trump said years ago that the Academy Awards was rigged for The Apprentice not receiving an award, John Oliver said that if Trump loses he will give him an Academy Award previously won by Last Week Tonight. So that way, "even if he loses he still wins something".
http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/24/media/john-oliver-donald-trump-emmy/index.html
Logan Mook 3rd week 2nd 6 weeks
http://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/2016/10/22/central-texas-judge-says-pastor-wife-committed-worst-child-sex-abuse-ever-seen
a texas judge gave a pedophile 5 life sentences for her evil, malicious, and horrific crimes regarding sexual abuse if children with her pastor husband. ill spare the gruesome details of torture and rape but this just we need to monitor religious officials far more intently as this is a recurring theme.
this is sickening and i dont even know how to react. disgusting.
http://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/2016/10/22/central-texas-judge-says-pastor-wife-committed-worst-child-sex-abuse-ever-seen
a texas judge gave a pedophile 5 life sentences for her evil, malicious, and horrific crimes regarding sexual abuse if children with her pastor husband. ill spare the gruesome details of torture and rape but this just we need to monitor religious officials far more intently as this is a recurring theme.
this is sickening and i dont even know how to react. disgusting.
Kate Boyer-French Refugee Camp Demolition Plans
Refugee camps are all over the world, there is a particular one evicting residents on Monday, located in Calais, France, and nicknamed "The Jungle". These refugee camps last for years and many people have grown to call this one their home. However, the government cannot afford to indefinitely supply the resources needed for the near 7,000 residents. But resources are not the only reason for the demolition of the camp. When people live in refugee camps, they are not given the opportunity to have a job or leave their enclosure. Knowing this, the French government has made plans to process the refugees and move them out of the camp before the planned removal in December.
I think it is tragic that these people have to wait so long to have there case of seeking asylum heard. These people are given a choice, but each one definitely has a downside. When seeking asylum, they not only have to go to a new camp and wait longer, but they could also be denied access to the country and deported home. On the other hand, going back to your home country forces them to face the risk of being killed which is the whole reason why they left in the first place. I think the government has the right idea, and I completely agree with what they're doing, but I think they should provide more resources to the processing of the refugees so they do not have to stay in the camps for so long.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/europe/calais-jungle-demolition-date/index.html
I think it is tragic that these people have to wait so long to have there case of seeking asylum heard. These people are given a choice, but each one definitely has a downside. When seeking asylum, they not only have to go to a new camp and wait longer, but they could also be denied access to the country and deported home. On the other hand, going back to your home country forces them to face the risk of being killed which is the whole reason why they left in the first place. I think the government has the right idea, and I completely agree with what they're doing, but I think they should provide more resources to the processing of the refugees so they do not have to stay in the camps for so long.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/europe/calais-jungle-demolition-date/index.html
Mica Stout | Murder of Argentinian girl wakes up the nation
16-year-old Lucia Perez was abducted from her school in Mar del Plata on October 8, 2016. She was drugged by a gang before they took her away. They raped and impaled Lucia with "unspecified objects" by which she died from bleeding out from her internal injuries. The members of the gang washed her, put her clothes back on and dropped her off at a rehab clinic where she passed away the next day. It was said to be "one of the most savage, cruel murders." The police arrested Matias Gabriel Farias (23), and Juan Pablo Offdani (41) to be held in custody for the murder. The third is being held because he is said to be the crime coverer. The brutality of this murder is being protested across the country and women are wearing black to express their concern in the rate of female murders taking place in Argentina. The Supreme Court says that 235 women were killed in an act of violence in 2015, which means a murder every 36 hours.
I have no words for this article because it's heartbreaking even though I don't know Lucia. No one ever deserves anything like this to ever happen in their life!
http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/news/2016/10/18/horrific-rape-impalement-and-murder-argentinian-schoolgirl-shakes-up-nation/
I have no words for this article because it's heartbreaking even though I don't know Lucia. No one ever deserves anything like this to ever happen in their life!
http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/news/2016/10/18/horrific-rape-impalement-and-murder-argentinian-schoolgirl-shakes-up-nation/
Holden Daniels Post: Plane crash in Malta kills 5 in surveillance operation
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/europe/malta-plane-crash/
A light aircraft on a French customs surveillance operation crashed in Malta shortly after takeoff Monday, killing all five people on board.
Passengers on a nearby flight waiting to depart watched in horror as flames shot out and a dark plume of smoke billowed from the wreckage.
Malta is an island in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast. Its sad that this has happened but since its a small island thats probably the reason they were riding in such a small plane because the smaller planes have a higher risk of a crash.
2 Students, 1 Noose.
Still in 2016 racism exists. After everything America and every other countries have been through to stop racial discrimination, racism still exists. Racism isn't just towards African-Americans but other nationalities aswell. The following article is about 2 football student, one being African American and the other being White.
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article110146897.html
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http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article110146897.html
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Current Event 9 Shannah Roberts
Us elections: russian request to monitor votes gets a "nyet"
3 states, Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana, have declined Russian requests to monitor vote on election day. Louisiana declined because of a recent flood while Oklahoma and Texas declined because law prohibits it. Only election officials and voters are allowed to be in areas where voting takes place.
I agree with oklahoma and texas because i don't think that Russia or any foreign country should be monitoring our votes in case they were to tamper with the results.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/politics/russia-us-election-monitors/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/politics/russia-us-election-monitors/index.html
Current Event 8 Shannah Roberts
Nsemoh is a 16-year-old high school sophomore who ended up in the coma last month because during a game, another player kicked him in the head. When he woke up from the coma he could suddenly speak fluent spanish. This condition, while rare, is called Foreign Accent Syndrome. What happens is sometimes brain injuries change a person's speech patterns, giving them a different accent or occasionally whole new language.
Hey at least he'll pass spanish class with flying colors now.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/health/teen-spanish-new-language-trnd/index.html
Hey at least he'll pass spanish class with flying colors now.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/health/teen-spanish-new-language-trnd/index.html
Current Event 7 Shannah Roberts
Clinton leads by 5% heading into the final two weeks before the election.
In recent polls, Clinton is at 49% with Trump at 44%. Hillary has boosted her support from younger voters and non-whites while Trump has boosted support from whites without college degrees which is the majority of his supporters.
My honest opinion is just please god not trump. we've progressed so much and we don't need to fall back further back.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/politics/hillary-clinton-donald-trump-presidential-polls/index.html
In recent polls, Clinton is at 49% with Trump at 44%. Hillary has boosted her support from younger voters and non-whites while Trump has boosted support from whites without college degrees which is the majority of his supporters.
My honest opinion is just please god not trump. we've progressed so much and we don't need to fall back further back.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/politics/hillary-clinton-donald-trump-presidential-polls/index.html
Jozzelyn Alejandro #4 (second six weeks)
Near Mosul, Iraq Hundreds of ISIS fighters are fleeing Mosul in Iraq and
crossing into neighboring Syria as coalition forces close in on the city, a
powerful tribal leader in the region says. Sheikh Abdullah Alyawer, a tribal
leader in the town of Rabia, on Iraqs border with Syria, told CNN Monday that
dozens of ISIS militants and their families were fleeing the city each day, and
crossing into Syria at Baaaj, an ISIS-controlled crossing point south of
Sinjar. Coalition forces celebrated better-than-expected territorial gains over
the weekend and artillery fire pummeled ISIS positions in the encircled town of
Bashiqa early Monday morning in the relentless push for Mosul. One week into
Mosul operation, all objectives met thus far, and more coalition airstrikes
than any other 7-day period of war against ISIL, he wrote on Twitter, using
another name for ISIS. Smoke rises from an ISIS position after a coalition
airstrike in Mosul on October 18.
I personally believe that this can lead to something very dangerous and potentially put us all in danger. From here, we have no idea of what their further plans or have any recognition of future attacks.
Sunday, October 23, 2016
Elle Holland Current Event #9
On sunday, a tour bus returning from a casino crashed into the rear of a semi-tractor trailer in Palm Springs, California killing 13 people and injuring 31 people. The bus driver was among those killed and the driver of the truck was injured. As of now it is unknown if drugs or alcohol were involved in this accident. The bus was going significantly faster than the trailer that ran into the back.
This just goes to show how safe and careful we need to be on the roads. Problems with drinking and texting while driving are getting worse and worse and i believe this is a wake up call. Drivers need to take more caution and be aware of what's happening on the road especially when they have multiple peoples lives on the line. I am so sad that so many of the people on that buses lives were taken and hopefully this will be the turning loin tofu better conditions.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/23/us/california-bus-accident/index.html
This just goes to show how safe and careful we need to be on the roads. Problems with drinking and texting while driving are getting worse and worse and i believe this is a wake up call. Drivers need to take more caution and be aware of what's happening on the road especially when they have multiple peoples lives on the line. I am so sad that so many of the people on that buses lives were taken and hopefully this will be the turning loin tofu better conditions.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/23/us/california-bus-accident/index.html
Ellie Bush week 9
A tour bus crashed into a big rig truck after spending the night at a casino. Many of the passengers were asleep when the accident happened and were jolted awake. 13 people were killed and 31 were injured. The bus slammed into the back of the truck, which crushed the front of the bus.
This is very sad to hear since many people lost their lives from this crash. I wonder if the driver of the bus was ok when he was driving- was he drinking or just not paying attention when the crash happened ? Car accidents are very common but this one is particularly sad because so many people were killed or injured.
http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-tour-bus-20161023-snap-story.html
This is very sad to hear since many people lost their lives from this crash. I wonder if the driver of the bus was ok when he was driving- was he drinking or just not paying attention when the crash happened ? Car accidents are very common but this one is particularly sad because so many people were killed or injured.
http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-tour-bus-20161023-snap-story.html
Australian Swimmer with cancer - Lauren Rothert
Mack Horton, Olympic gold medalist, found out that his mole was a little more than just a mole. He was advised to get it checked out by a fan after the Rio Olympics. The fan sent an email to the swim team doctor recommending Mack to get it looked at. Taking his supporter's advice he went to the doctor and found out it was melanoma. Mack Horton is very grateful to this fan and now he is more aware of his health.
This fan did an amazing thing for the Australian swimmer. It is unfortunate that Mack took the mole lightly and did not think to get it checked on. Hopefully in the future, he is more self aware and will realize when something could be potentially dangerous.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/22/health/australia-swimmer-mack-horton-mole/index.html
This fan did an amazing thing for the Australian swimmer. It is unfortunate that Mack took the mole lightly and did not think to get it checked on. Hopefully in the future, he is more self aware and will realize when something could be potentially dangerous.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/22/health/australia-swimmer-mack-horton-mole/index.html
Tour Bus of Death... - Caleb Gutierrez
A tour bus headed home to Los Angeles from a casino slams into a semi-truck killing 13 and injuring 31. Authorities said that the tour bus was going much faster than the semi-truck. It is not known if drugs, alcohol, or fatigue played a part in the crash or not. The driver of the tour bus was killed and the driver of the semi-truck received minor injuries. The 1996 tour bus did not have any seat belts, or a black box. So the exact speed will remain a mystery.
The tour bus had no seat belts which is a huge deal, vehicles should not be able to drive on the road without seat belts, that is the reason that 13 people died. Seat belts save lives. Click it or ticket.
Natalie Carvajal 10. 23. 16
Hillary Clinton is winning
This week Hillary Clinton has gotten more voters than Donald Trump. She has a 12point lead over Trump, and has reached a 50% supported over likely voters. The poll shows 50% support to Trumps 38%, with 5% backing libertarian Gary Johnson and 2% supporting the green party's. When the 3rd debate was over and Hillary Clinton won, that's when she got more supporters, therefore her debates and statements were more stronger than Trump. I honestly hope Hillary Clinton wins for president.
Cnnnews. Com
Presidential Debate #3 by Juliet Stowe
Presidential Debate #3
By; Juliet Stowe
As many people know this past Wednesday the third presidential debate took place, starring Secretary Hillary Clinton and Mr. Donald Trump. Many topics were widely discussed during the debate but a few stuck out as key deciding factors in the voting polls. Mr. Donald Trump revealed (though not for the first time) the he will support pro-life. He also said that if he were in charge he would appoint pro-life judges in the supreme court. On the other hadn't Hillary Clinton said that she is a supporter of the pro-choice movement, and that she believes what someone does with their body is between them and their doctor.
I think that is very important because it is one of the many issues that America is divided on and which candidate is elected will very likely decide if abortion is made legal or not. Since the states are so divided on this topic I think its going to also bring on some tension between those who support pro-life and pro-choice. As a strong supporter of pro-choice I think that this decision should be made with great care and consideration for all of the women who have to live with the choices politicians made for them.
http://www.politico.com/story/2016/10/full-transcript-third-2016-presidential-debate-230063
Jessica Ball Week 9 Post
Current Events:
Fugitive Police Chief in Mexico Caught
In
November of 2014, 43 Mexican students were abducted under the order of the local
mayor, Jose Luis Abarca. Abarca claimed that he did not want the students disrupting
an event that his wife was holding so his men kidnapped them. The students were
turned over to a gang that accused the students of being a rival gang so they
killed all of the students and burned their bodies. Finally, two years later,
one of the main men involved with the abduction and murder of 43 students has
been caught. His name is Felipe Flores and he was a former police chief of
Iguala. He covered for other police officers that were involved with the case
and was directly involved with their kidnapping.
This is
such a horrific story and I can’t believe that a city’s mayor
would order the kidnapping of 43 students, just so his wife’s event wouldn’t be
disturbed. This is an example of an event that happened in the absolute worst
case scenario for sure. The mayor did not intend for the kids to wind up dead,
but the gang that the kids were given to thought they were rivalries, so they
were killed. I wonder why the faulty police officers that abducted the kids
never told the gang who they actually were. If someone would have done that, it
would have saved a lot of heartache. I hope that everyone involved with this
case gets caught.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/world/fugitive-police-chief-arrested-mexico/index.html
Grace Biltz - Week 9 Post
Art can make a difference! An art piece named the "Smog Free Project," made by Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde, is actually an extra-large air purifier. Right now it is "cleaning that air" in a park in Beijing, China.
The piece acts like a vacuum and is powered by wind energy. It not only attracts smog particles, but it also compresses the smog particles into small "jewels." These jewels can be used to make rings and cuff links.
Roosegaarde wants to motivate others to think about the causes of pollution and creative ways to address it. He plans to build more towers and install them in many other cities.
I think this "Smog Free Project" is a creative way to help purify and clean the air. I think it is amazing how it is powered by wind energy. Also, it is great how we can recycle these smog particles and use them it a non-pollutant way like making jewelry.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/smog-free-tower-beijing-air-pollution_us_57ed6e0ae4b0c2407cdcbaae
The piece acts like a vacuum and is powered by wind energy. It not only attracts smog particles, but it also compresses the smog particles into small "jewels." These jewels can be used to make rings and cuff links.
Roosegaarde wants to motivate others to think about the causes of pollution and creative ways to address it. He plans to build more towers and install them in many other cities.
I think this "Smog Free Project" is a creative way to help purify and clean the air. I think it is amazing how it is powered by wind energy. Also, it is great how we can recycle these smog particles and use them it a non-pollutant way like making jewelry.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/smog-free-tower-beijing-air-pollution_us_57ed6e0ae4b0c2407cdcbaae
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Kevin Meaney dies- Melanie Escalante
Actress and comedian Kevin Meaney died at his home in Forestburgh, New York on Friday. Cause of death is known but not stated. You may have seen him on late night tv, The tonight show, the sitcom "Uncle Buck", Saturday Night Live, or on his HBO special. He also had future performances planned and a healthy career.
Although I did not know of him or his work before, I know this could've been anyone's inspiration or role model. You never know the lives he could've touched or how much people are mourning his loss. Especially his close friends and family. He made people laugh and provided them with entertainment, I hope he can rest in peace.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/entertainment/kevin-meaney-comedian-obit/index.html
Although I did not know of him or his work before, I know this could've been anyone's inspiration or role model. You never know the lives he could've touched or how much people are mourning his loss. Especially his close friends and family. He made people laugh and provided them with entertainment, I hope he can rest in peace.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/entertainment/kevin-meaney-comedian-obit/index.html
Janette Davalos :: Georgia Home Invasion
Analysis : Honestly it makes me mad when adults have the nerve to invade someones home. Although, in this case two children died! You can't really blame the kids because the eldest was 15, which is old enough to be home alone for a couple of hours, in my opinion. The kids should've paid more attention, thankfully 3 other siblings there called the police.
Summary: On October the 22nd it was confirmed that two children died of a home invasion in Georgia. There were five kids and the two that passed were: 15 year old Daveon Coates and 11 year old Tatiyana Coates. It was reported that one of the 5 siblings heard shooting and immediately called 911.
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/10/22/2-children-killed-in-georgia-home-invasion.html
Friday, October 21, 2016
Human Shield -Alex Travell
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/middleeast/iraq-kirkuk-attacks/index.html
ISIS used 284 men and boys as human shields this week in hopes of defense against attacks. The fact that ISIS believed things will get better by killing more people is ridiculous. They dumped the corpses in a huge grave at a college. Just as we thought ISIS was beginning to die off, they hit us with something grander than any of us probably imagined. I just want them to see to tragedy they create.
ISIS used 284 men and boys as human shields this week in hopes of defense against attacks. The fact that ISIS believed things will get better by killing more people is ridiculous. They dumped the corpses in a huge grave at a college. Just as we thought ISIS was beginning to die off, they hit us with something grander than any of us probably imagined. I just want them to see to tragedy they create.
Teaghan Ortega- drug in Florida
http://www.cnn.com/2015/05/26/health/flakka-gravel-illegal-drugs/
Their is a new drug that is shipped over from India and China to Florida that is called flakka aka, "zombie drug." People die the 2nd week it is snorted and it is a very addicting drug. It can be misinterpreted as cocaine. This drug is 5 dollars a gram and is a very dangerous drug. People do very crazy things such as running around naked on the streets to eating people and themselves do to the name, "zombie drug." I think they should definitely go through Florida to wipe out this drug so no one else gets hurt. The physical side affects are the pealing of your skin and bleeding out from the inside out. This drug has rat poison which if it kills rats imagine what it's doing to your body. People can be so stupid with what they put in their bodies. I wander who would make such a drug and keep profiting off of it to this day. DONT DO DRUGS!:)
Their is a new drug that is shipped over from India and China to Florida that is called flakka aka, "zombie drug." People die the 2nd week it is snorted and it is a very addicting drug. It can be misinterpreted as cocaine. This drug is 5 dollars a gram and is a very dangerous drug. People do very crazy things such as running around naked on the streets to eating people and themselves do to the name, "zombie drug." I think they should definitely go through Florida to wipe out this drug so no one else gets hurt. The physical side affects are the pealing of your skin and bleeding out from the inside out. This drug has rat poison which if it kills rats imagine what it's doing to your body. People can be so stupid with what they put in their bodies. I wander who would make such a drug and keep profiting off of it to this day. DONT DO DRUGS!:)
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Holden Daniels Post: Four San Francisco high school students shot
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/18/us/san-francisco-students-shot/index.html
Four students, three male and one female, were shot Tuesday in the parking lot of a San Francisco high school, according to police. One student is in critical condition.The four victims have been confirmed as students by the San Francisco Unified School District.
I think that this is awful especially since this person did it for no apparent reason, these things happen and i feel bad, its just sad what goes on in the world today.
Target Removes Clown Masks from Shelves by Madeline Cedillo 3rd period
Target Removes Clown Mask from the Shelves
By Madeline Cedillo
3rd period October 18,2016
Due to the Clown attacks that have been happening around the U.S. ,all Target stores online and in stores will be removing Clown mask sales.Target has removed most Clown mask but more of the gore type because they are the one that are being used for these attacks.The attacks that been happening like the scaring,robberies and terrorizing in Dallas and many other places.They think that having these mask will make a very big commotion this Halloween.I think this was a very wise decision to make because there is a big ruckus about the controversial problem because of the clown sightings.
Cite:http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/17/news/companies/scary-clowns-target/
Estrella Ybarra
The latest police attack happened only awhile ago, but this time it was the citizen attacking the officers. Forty one year old Adam Powell attacked 2 officers outside a coffee shop. Powell attempted to shoot the officers with a loaded weapon, but to failed to fire. The officers gun didn't malfunction as the shot him after chasing him for about 100 ft. Lucky for them the California officers weren't harmed.
This article was very informational. There were many unnecessary stories about attacks on officers that I felt didn't really focus on the main point here.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/chief-armor-wearing-gunman-tried-to-assassinate-california-police-officers/
Mica Stout | 85 yr. old runner finishes marathon in 4 hours
85 year old Ed Whitlock ran a marathon on October 16,2016. He crushed the world record for his age group, and beat his own record by 30 minutes. He was able to run this Toronto marathon because he realized that there's no need to do everything that most successful athletes do. Whitlock said that he "didn't follow what typical coaches say about serious runners..." This meant nothing like ice baths, massages, and heart rate monitors. Although he doesn't do most of these things, he is completely for them, and doesn't feel that they are necessary to him. Another coach/trainer Nathan Helming says that the most important thing to do is take care of your body, if you do that, you are almost guaranteed to be able to run as long as you want. Also it's very important to have good posture in everything you do because if you sit slouched down in chairs, it could transfer into your running. Fortunately for Whitlock, he has arthritis, but running is actually helping both his knees.
This is a great article to read because it shows that you could live a longer healthier life if you just keep your body healthy and exercise often. It's good to know that there are people that want to live a better life and live it as long as possible.
This 85-Year-Old Man Just Ran a Marathon In Under 4 Hours - Men’s Health https://apple.news/AqkLBdItLQSGWTtn0fWz0VQ
This is a great article to read because it shows that you could live a longer healthier life if you just keep your body healthy and exercise often. It's good to know that there are people that want to live a better life and live it as long as possible.
This 85-Year-Old Man Just Ran a Marathon In Under 4 Hours - Men’s Health https://apple.news/AqkLBdItLQSGWTtn0fWz0VQ
Monday, October 17, 2016
MARCUS CONTRERAS CURRENT EVENT #8 10/17/16
Things that are banned under Ethiopia’s state of emergency
Activists in the country's Oromia region has been holding demonstrations since last November, and protesters from the Amhara region have also joined in. The deaths of at least 55 people at an Oromo religious festival on 2 October triggered fresh unrest, including the targeting of some foreign-owned businesses.
You can’t use your phone, watch TV, protest, no political gestures, there is a curfew, diplomats can only travel a certain amount, and no guns.
RESOURCE: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-37679165
Activists in the country's Oromia region has been holding demonstrations since last November, and protesters from the Amhara region have also joined in. The deaths of at least 55 people at an Oromo religious festival on 2 October triggered fresh unrest, including the targeting of some foreign-owned businesses.
You can’t use your phone, watch TV, protest, no political gestures, there is a curfew, diplomats can only travel a certain amount, and no guns.
RESOURCE: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-37679165
Police beaten by suspect doesn't shoot by Ashley Mendoza
Police officer,name unknown, was being beaten by Parta Huff. Huff crashed into a liquor store and needed immediate help, however, he made it clear he didn't want any and struggled against police. He beat a ,name unknown, officer who refused to shoot him when her life was in danger claiming "she didn’t want her family or the department to have to go through the scrutiny the next day on the national news.”
I think she did the right thing, shooting the man would only make matters worse. I'd assume she would rather deal with the pain right then and there than face the consequences for the rest of her life. Besides, there was no reason to shoot him if he was unarmed and there were other officers present.
http://wgntv.com/2016/10/14/chicago-police-release-video-of-female-officer-beating/
Trump calls himself a victim- By Valerie garcia (current event #8)
For the past days women have been speaking up saying that Trump has forced himself on them and groping them. Trump has spoke up and said all the allegations were false.
This could make trump possibly lose voters even if its 5% or 10% his polls could go below hillary. If these allegations are true which in my opinion are i don't think a man who takes women as possessions rather than people should become president. https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/10/14/politics/donald-trump-sexual-assault-allegations/index.html
This could make trump possibly lose voters even if its 5% or 10% his polls could go below hillary. If these allegations are true which in my opinion are i don't think a man who takes women as possessions rather than people should become president. https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/10/14/politics/donald-trump-sexual-assault-allegations/index.html
Nazi Republicans Leave Town or Else -Alex Travell
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/16/politics/north-carolina-gop-office-vandalized/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool
A GOP office in North Carolina was firebombed this weekend, and this act of terror was an "assault on our democracy" according to Gov. Pat McCrory.
I thought of this article as another terror story until it said, a swastika was left and the words, "Nazi Republicans leave town or else" were spray painted on an adjacent building. After reading this, I begin to question our presidential candidates even more than before, for at this point, I don't know what to believe anymore.
A GOP office in North Carolina was firebombed this weekend, and this act of terror was an "assault on our democracy" according to Gov. Pat McCrory.
I thought of this article as another terror story until it said, a swastika was left and the words, "Nazi Republicans leave town or else" were spray painted on an adjacent building. After reading this, I begin to question our presidential candidates even more than before, for at this point, I don't know what to believe anymore.
"George Zimmerman road rage incident: Man sentenced in shooting" -Ellen Whitehead
In May of 2016, a road rage occurred to where Matthew Apperson followed and threatened George Zimmerman by flashing his lights, honking, etc. Apperson then pulled up beside Zimmerman and shot at him but missed. Thinking he had killed Zimmerman, Apperson then "celebrated" the fact that he had killed him. He had no respect for him. In the trials, Apperson turned the story around and claimed that Zimmerman was threatening him. However, Zimmerman had committed second-degree murder in 2013 so the odds were stacked against him. Apperson was voted guilty and sent to jail for 20 years. I feel that if people made a mistake they should own up to it rather than making a bigger deal out of it. Apperson should've admitted to it instead of making up his own story and causing confusion and wasting time.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/17/us/george-zimmerman-matthew-apperson-road-rage-sentencing/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/17/us/george-zimmerman-matthew-apperson-road-rage-sentencing/index.html
Grayson Lesley - Milburn's Current Events #8
The world's oldest panda recently died in Hong Kong. Jia Jia was 38 years old and had been in the zoo for 17 years. In an interview several workers claimed the animal had had a massive decrease in food consumption and was deteriorating quickly. On Sunday, her health took a toll for the worse- she laid around all day unable to move and the worker decided the best thing to do would be put her down. This happened at 6pm.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/17/asia/worlds-oldest-panda-jia-jia-dies/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/17/asia/worlds-oldest-panda-jia-jia-dies/index.html
Elle Holland Current Event #8
The birth house of Adolf hitler, one of the most hated and destructive political leaders of all time is to be demolish. Hitler was born in the three-story vanilla house in 1889. After many years of legal debates the austrian government has decided on its demolishment. This tuesday a government bill will be discussed for the destroying of this symbolic building. After this process it is possible that the space will be used for charity or government offices,
I believe that this is an important decision for the world not just because they are getting rid of the building but for the more symbolic reasons. It represents moving on from the terrible times of WWII and moving to a new chapter of better government and more equality.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/17/world/hitler-house-austria-demolition-plans/index.html
10/17/16 World Hungry is Still an Issue- Theresa Dvorocsik
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-bryant/world-food-day-and-the-ch_b_12493578.html
These days all people care about the election, and while this is important, other deadly tragedies happen around the world every day. The biggest headlines today are only about what Trump is doing wrong and nothing about how only 1 out of 8 humans do not get enough food to eat on a daily basis. And how 21,000 people die every day.
I know one person like you or me cannot make a change but people need to be more aware and focus on other current events happing around our world and even in our neighborhood and school.
Jozzelyn Alejandro #3 (second six weeks)
Like his father, Donald Trump Jr. echoed his father's rhetoric, saying in one appearance that a "disproportionate amount" of undocumented immigrants were bad for society.
"By the way you can't, you can't even make fat jokes now without, like, there's a whole segment of people that like, that's almost the worst one like, it's easier to, like, do a racial thing, than it is a fat one because everyone knows they're fat and they get really offended that--," he said. said it wasn't possible to say anything as a politician without being criticized."That's the problem with, I mean, you can't say anything anymore without them being criticized," he said. Donald Trump's brand is 'plummeting,' biographer says "They yell at the kids like, yeah 'You didn't do good, you forgot to turn! And then they do these interviews where it's like 'Oh she loves doing pageants it's her whole life," said one host. "'Help me, help me.'" Trump Jr. said there was footage on the The Apprentice cutting room that would appeal to those with a "sick sense of humor." The appearance occurred shortly after his father's announcement speech where he said some Mexican immigrants are rapists and criminals. "He's not talking about people that are just here doing, he's talking about people, again, there's a big element coming across and if you speak to people that are on the Texas border -- and he said it very clearly -- 'listen, I'm sure there's some great people too just trying to do better for themselves. I understand that,'" he said in a 2015 appearance shortly after his father announced his candidacy. "And honestly, I don't think that anyone with a straight face -- then again, if they're playing politics -- can with a straight face say that that's not a reasonable stance I mean it's ridiculous." began to mouth the word, but hesitated, explaining he wasn't sure if he could say the word on the radio."Well that's the interesting thing, you know, people come on the show because, you know, they're often times trying to rebuild some of their image and everything, but if they, you know, if they're acting like a b--, just a bad person, people are like, 'I can't believe they're such a-- ,'" Trump Jr."I wanted to say it then I realized," Trump Jr.
"You wanted to say b****," a host said."Then I was thinking wait a second, I'm on radio, and I was like wait a second we're on satellite so I can probably say it," Trump Jr."At least we know you want to say b****," said the host."I did wanna say it," he said."I mean, so many people, you know, they're just worried about, you can't say something bad about Obama, not because you actually have a strong stance against his platform, but because that makes you a racist," Trump Jr.
I personally think that this just proves to show that the saying the apple does not fall far from the tree is a million percent correct.
http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/17/media/don-jr-on-shock-jock-radio/index.html
"By the way you can't, you can't even make fat jokes now without, like, there's a whole segment of people that like, that's almost the worst one like, it's easier to, like, do a racial thing, than it is a fat one because everyone knows they're fat and they get really offended that--," he said. said it wasn't possible to say anything as a politician without being criticized."That's the problem with, I mean, you can't say anything anymore without them being criticized," he said. Donald Trump's brand is 'plummeting,' biographer says "They yell at the kids like, yeah 'You didn't do good, you forgot to turn! And then they do these interviews where it's like 'Oh she loves doing pageants it's her whole life," said one host. "'Help me, help me.'" Trump Jr. said there was footage on the The Apprentice cutting room that would appeal to those with a "sick sense of humor." The appearance occurred shortly after his father's announcement speech where he said some Mexican immigrants are rapists and criminals. "He's not talking about people that are just here doing, he's talking about people, again, there's a big element coming across and if you speak to people that are on the Texas border -- and he said it very clearly -- 'listen, I'm sure there's some great people too just trying to do better for themselves. I understand that,'" he said in a 2015 appearance shortly after his father announced his candidacy. "And honestly, I don't think that anyone with a straight face -- then again, if they're playing politics -- can with a straight face say that that's not a reasonable stance I mean it's ridiculous." began to mouth the word, but hesitated, explaining he wasn't sure if he could say the word on the radio."Well that's the interesting thing, you know, people come on the show because, you know, they're often times trying to rebuild some of their image and everything, but if they, you know, if they're acting like a b--, just a bad person, people are like, 'I can't believe they're such a-- ,'" Trump Jr."I wanted to say it then I realized," Trump Jr.
"You wanted to say b****," a host said."Then I was thinking wait a second, I'm on radio, and I was like wait a second we're on satellite so I can probably say it," Trump Jr."At least we know you want to say b****," said the host."I did wanna say it," he said."I mean, so many people, you know, they're just worried about, you can't say something bad about Obama, not because you actually have a strong stance against his platform, but because that makes you a racist," Trump Jr.
I personally think that this just proves to show that the saying the apple does not fall far from the tree is a million percent correct.
http://money.cnn.com/2016/10/17/media/don-jr-on-shock-jock-radio/index.html
Maddie DeWitt
http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/17/middleeast/aleppo-airstrikes/index.html
My current event is about a airstrike that happen Aleppo for eight hours on Thursday and it started at 8:00 am. The airstrike killed fourteen families , and ten children during this event . Russia was helping the Syrians . Russia announce to evacuate the city .
Trump Fans Calling To Repeal The 19th Amendment - Mila Fisher
To add to all the insanity that's followed Trump's presidential campaign (the most memorable being the border wall and the "locker room" tape), Trump supporters are calling to repeal the 19th amendment, which would take away women's right to vote. When they say make America great again, I guess they thought that the early 1900s were the peak of American government. The reason for this crazy proposal is this: A twitter user posted a chart that showed how the vote count would sway if only men were to vote versus if only women were to vote. The outcome was that Hillary would win if women had the stage, and Trump would win if men were the only ones to vote. Trump supporters on twitter jumped into action, pushing the tag #repealthe19th to the top trending. A young woman even went as far as posting this:
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/trump-supporters-repeal-19th-amendment-article-1.2828571
#repealthe19th I would gladly waive my right to vote to solidify the win! #TrumpPence2016 #NeverHillaryIf we did repeal the 19th amendment (which won't happen, for various reasons), we would be taking a huge step back in our battle for gender equality, in which we have accomplished major milestones in the past 50 or so years.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/trump-supporters-repeal-19th-amendment-article-1.2828571
2nd Presidential Debate 2016 - Mila Fisher
Tension seemed to be running high at the second presidential debate this year. Though there were many questions asked of the candidates, few were actually answered, especially by Donald Trump, who was particularly good at talking about the question instead of actually answering it. He also took any opportunity he had to throw insults at Hillary Clinton. The way they argued was more like bickering, and immature bickering at that. There were a few intelligent points brought up by our candidates, but not as many as hoped for whoever our future president may be. Here are some of the more memorable quotes from the debate, from Donald Trump;
"Honest Abe never lied. That’s the big difference between Abraham Lincoln and you.","We’re going to make great trade deals. We’re going to have a strong border. We’re going to bring back law and order.","We have a divided nation because of people like her. And believe me, she has tremendous hate in her heart."And from Hillary Clinton:
"I want to be the president for all Americans, regardless of your political beliefs, where you come from, what you look like, your religion.","People like Donald who paid zero in taxes, zero for our vets, zero for our military, zero for health and education — that is wrong.","I am reminded what my friend Michelle Obama advised us all: When they go low, you go high."This election may be remembered for a long time. The candidates provided are hard to choose between, being that both have their own major ups and downs. The people shouldn't be scared or apprehensive of a new president. If they are, then something is wrong with our candidates.
Limiting Use Of Harmful Chemicals
October 17th, 2016
Olivia Martin
Yesterday, 170 country's representatives gathered to officially to limit and possibly end the use of HFCs, which are the chemicals that have contributed so much to the earth's warming temperatures. This chemical is commonly used in A/C units or refrigerators. Limiting usage of HFC is a huge milestone for a greener and more sustainable future. Although, one issue to this solution is that developing countries will have to find some sort of alternative to the chemical, which won't be cheap.
It's really great that these chemicals are becoming more and more limited so they'll reduce impact on global warming. Hopefully someday HFCs might even be banned when we replace it with a sufficient alternative.
https://news.mongabay.com/2016/10/climate-deal-struck-to-curb-super-greenhouse-gases/
Olivia Martin
Yesterday, 170 country's representatives gathered to officially to limit and possibly end the use of HFCs, which are the chemicals that have contributed so much to the earth's warming temperatures. This chemical is commonly used in A/C units or refrigerators. Limiting usage of HFC is a huge milestone for a greener and more sustainable future. Although, one issue to this solution is that developing countries will have to find some sort of alternative to the chemical, which won't be cheap.
It's really great that these chemicals are becoming more and more limited so they'll reduce impact on global warming. Hopefully someday HFCs might even be banned when we replace it with a sufficient alternative.
https://news.mongabay.com/2016/10/climate-deal-struck-to-curb-super-greenhouse-gases/
Bella Macey current event #8
On September 19 two priests were killed in Veracruz, Mexico, but their bodies were found in Poza Rica, Mexico. It has taken awhile to find the suspects but the believe they identified them on October 13. They were shot to death and then just left on the side of a street. But they do say the shooters were drinking with the two priests before the killing.
This is awful and I cannot believe this actually happens. But it wasn't okay for the priest to be out drinking with the killers either. Hopefully those killers stay in jail for a long time.
http://townhall.com/news/world/2016/10/17/mexico-arrests-suspect-in-killings-of-2-priests-in-veracruz-n2233495
This is awful and I cannot believe this actually happens. But it wasn't okay for the priest to be out drinking with the killers either. Hopefully those killers stay in jail for a long time.
http://townhall.com/news/world/2016/10/17/mexico-arrests-suspect-in-killings-of-2-priests-in-veracruz-n2233495
Child immigrants 3- jade pierre
The number of children traveling to the US illegally has raised 49% in the last year. In the last 15 years illegal immigration has changed drastically. Instead of many single adults immigrating more unaccompanied children and families have been immigrating more often. Boarder security cant prevent this and "walls" alone cant prevent it either (haha BOOUAHH Donald Trump).
In my opinion its not good that unaccompanied children have been traveling alone especially for their own safety!!! Immigrants are not bad people though the come to america for a better life.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-sees-sharp-rise-immigration-undocumented-children-173623967.html
In my opinion its not good that unaccompanied children have been traveling alone especially for their own safety!!! Immigrants are not bad people though the come to america for a better life.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-sees-sharp-rise-immigration-undocumented-children-173623967.html
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