People who are not familiar with the world of medical research are prone to envision studies taking place in laboratories where physicians look through microscopes and measure substances using Beaker conical flasks. The reality of most medical research studies, particularly those related to epidemiology and public health, is that they involve statistical observations. In the…
Status of Chokehold Prohibitions in the U.S. The death of George Floyd during a routine arrest by Minneapolis police officers sparked a global movement calling for an end to brutality, racial injustice, and rampant misconduct by law enforcement agencies. George Floyd was murdered by Derek Chauvin, a veteran officer who placed the full weight of his…
George Floyd’s death at the hands of Minneapolis police officers has made abundantly clear what the Black Lives Matter movement stands for. In the days and weeks since Floyd was murdered, we’ve seen unrelenting waves of protests across the country and even around the world. Protesters gathered in all the expected places, starting with where…
“Daddy changed the world,” said George Floyd’s 6-year-old daughter. In the weeks following Floyd’s unjust death and the Black Lives Matter protests that followed, the world indeed has been changed. George Floyd became known for his untimely death in Police custody, but he was so much more than this, and he was changing the world…
George Floyd was murdered by members of the Minneapolis Police Department on May 25, 2020. Less than 24 hours later Black Lives Matter movement kicked off a series of protests and rallies in various American cities. It did not take long for solidarity demonstrations to go global despite the risky backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic.…
George Floyd’s death at the hands of Minneapolis police officers has sparked riots, Black Lives Matter protests, and civil unrest from people of every race in hundreds of big cities and small towns around the country. The backlash against police and law enforcement institutions has been intense and relentless, and the tragedy may sadly be…
Feel Good By Doing Good As A Virtual Volunteer: Volunteering doesn’t only do good, it feels good. Altruistic behavior makes people feel better about themselves. With the current coronavirus pandemic keeping most of the population in lockdown, people are considering opportunities to help others from home. Virtual volunteering is also convenient for individuals with mobility or…
Another world wide event has been postponed due to the devastating effects of the pandemic-causing coronavirus. Veteran IOC member Dick Pound has announced that the Tokyo Olympics will be postponed, probably to 2021. During the last week, in light of the social distancing edicts being implemented in countries globally, it had become increasingly obvious to…
On Saturday March 21st legendary DJ D-Nice hosted what is probably the worlds largest online party to date. The party was attended by celebrities like Michelle Obama, Oprah, Rihanna, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz and even Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden. Going by the hashtag #ClubQuarantine, the party started in the late afternoon and continued well…
Many people have a ton of questions about the coronavirus and how to handle it. There is an abundance of information in the internet and you should always double check with your local health department or your doctors. Here is a summary of some of the most common questions people have: Q. What are the…
2021 got you scratching your head? Sitting at home climbing walls? Well, stop right there….and start brewing. It may seem complicated, but all you need are a few ingredients readily found in your kitchen. Brewing the best beer For tasty beer that has more flavor, you can brew your own beer right from the comfort of…
Outgoing President Donald Trump launched a broadside at his nemesis Gov. Andrew Cuomo, threatening to hold back the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine from New York State. In a feud that escalated well beyond the petty, the recalcitrant outgoer made Cuomo his target in his first public comments since Joe Biden was projected to win the presidential…
Once again, New York City is at the centre of the coronavirus pandemic, where a second wave predicated by experts seems to be coming to fruition. Positive test results in the Empire State have seen a steady uptick in the last few weeks, with no remission in sight. This week, the test result rate in…
President-elect Joe Biden appointed Ron Klain as his incoming Chief of Staff. The Biden transition team announced the appointment on Wednesday, elevating Klain to one of the most powerful positions in the upcoming Administration. As a reliable and trusted campaign insider, Klain was the obvious choice for the top White House job, and the selection…
