Remarks on "Horse Meat" Deemed Brave by Kera Mickus

                      Summary: Princess Anne -- Queen Elizabeth II's daughter and the organization's president -- suggested that making horse meat more valuable might lead to better treatment of the animals. The Olympic equestrian remarked saying that many horses, while in transit from Poland, were beautiful and quite gorgeous before taking the long trip to Britain, but because of their declined value - and availability - that many resorted to treating them quite harshly. "It's worth noting transport of horses itself is the problem -- not the horses or indeed the way they were brought up," she said. The Princess even then suggested that our "our attitudes to the horse meat trade ... and the value of horse meat might have to change."
 World Horse Welfare chief executive Roly Owers said the Princess Royal had made her point "within the context of the equine crisis we're currently in" when ponies are being sold for as little as £5 ($8). "The killing of horses for meat is an emotive subject as many see them as companion animals rather than a food source, a sentiment the RSPCA has great sympathy with. "However, the Society's primary concern for all animals killed for meat and otherwise is that they are cared for, handled and transported in a way which safeguards their welfare at all times."
                       My Opinion: Well, first off, being that I am American, and did not grow up eating Charlie or his friends, I have a considerable opposition to eating horses at all. But being that other countries have different values than America, and different "norms", I could say that I understand why Britons eat horse meat. I agree with what Princess Anne says, and definitely for the improved treatment of ponies and horses on their transit ride. The only neigh I have against this (ha!) is the fact that they still eat the horse meat. Horses were originally eaten in World War II - ONLY due to the fact that it was a very critical and needy time. Now, the horses are eaten because they are cheaper than selling them for sports or leisure riding. But I seriously doubt that will ever completely stop.
                      
 Link: http://edition.cnn.com/2013/11/15/world/europe/uk-horse-meat-princess-anne/index.html?hpt=ieu_c2 (Original by Susannah Cullinane)

Mexican government militarily takes care of drug problem. By Jackson Daughety

The Mexican government has now put the port of Lazaro Cardenas under military control. This is after countless drug cartel problems. The state of Michoacan has been a serious problem even though a lot of other states have actually been improving. It's really good to see that the Mexican government is actually doing something about this drug cartel issue. I think controlling this port will keep a lot of drugs from leaving or entering the country, which is clearly a step in the right direction. http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/05/world/americas/mexico-troops-to-port/index.html

Shipwreck yet again by Lefkada- Amanda Maceda

Yesterday, a 23-26ft boat full of people who are guessed to be refugees from Syria sank off the coast of Lefkada near Greece. The reason the boat sank is unclear at this moment. Authorities only found out because some made it onto land and contacted them. "There have been cases in the past where smugglers tricked the immigrants and left them on Lefkada, claiming they had arrived in Italy,” Now, at least 12 of the migrants have drowned with a third of them being children. “Greek government spokesman Simos Kedikoglou said the "new tragedy off Lefkada" confirmed the "need to immediately implement initiatives taken by the European Union, with Greece's initiative, too, to deal with the problem of illegal migration".

Trashy Madrid--JULIA WOLTJEN

SUMMARY:  After the strike Madrid street cleaners started 2 weeks ago trash has been piling up everywhere in Madrid. Small business owners are complaining to the mayor saying that the trash is hurting their business! Everyone is complaining that the city looks so dirty everywhere you go, and some say that health hazards may be caused by the trash accumulation.

ANALYSIS:  Madrid needs to get its act together and get the workers to stop the strike. If not than the city could have a serious issue on it's hands.

http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/15/world/europe/spain-madrid-trash-strike/index.html

GIANT street art in Poland--JULIA WOLTJEN

SUMMARY:  Poland's building and walls have been transformed by a group of graffiti artists called Etam. The group of artists met at an art college in Poland and have been working together ever since. Most of their artworks have been commissioned by local city festivals so they won't be arrested and prosecuted. So now they can work without any worries.

ANALYSIS:  This is cool and can bring a lot of attention to Poland. these artists are really talented and I'm glad they found a way to express themselves....legally! Click on the link to see some of the works.

http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/11/travel/bigger-than-banksy-polish-street-art-goes-large/index.html?hpt=ieu_mid

European Airports Aim To End Liquid Ban on Planes by Angelica Fischer

In both Europe and U.S., flyers are restricted to no more than 3.4 ounces of liquids and gels in their carry-on bags. London is taking the first step toward the goal of lifting restrictions on liquids by 2016. They are planning to install new liquid scanning technology at Heathrow Airport. The Ohio-based company which developed the liquid scanners says it scans containers in less than 10 seconds, using radio frequency and ultrasonic technology.

I think this idea of the liquid ban is a perfect idea and I hope it lifts the restrictions by 2016 because the little liquid containers can explode and no one wants their plane to explode and crash. I hop all the airports around the world consider the liquid scanners.

http://earlystart.blogs.cnn.com/2013/11/12/end-of-liquid-ban-on-planes/?iref=allsearch

Street cleaners on strike by: Shadden Hashem

               Madrid street cleaners have gone on a strike that has caused trash to be piling up for two weeks. Mayor Ana Botella has been feeling the pressure from hotel and shop owners who have said that the strike is hurting the city's image and their businesses. The trashcans and recycling bins on the street are overflowing and the leaves aren't being swept up either. "It's impossible not to notice it. It's very sad. The city looks absolutely dirty," said a Peruvian businessman Jack Falcon. Health hazards are also becoming a concern although the city has not reached that point. The trash remains to pile up.

               This sounds terrible. I would hate to be living in that city right now. I can imagine how upset the business and people must be. They need to find a way to solve this issue soon.

http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/15/world/europe/spain-madrid-trash-strike/index.html