There has been much debate in recent years about the role religion should play in schools and everyday life. Many people stand by the belief that America is a “God fearing Country” while others strongly advocate for religious freedom. One of the constitutional amendments is “freedom of religion” so how important is religion to the...
Germany is known for its beer and bratwurst. These are two traditional mainstays in the German diet. PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) is built on the idea of protecting animals and ensuring they are treated in a way that is humane so it is understandable that these German delicacies aren’t their cup...
You’d think that buying eggs would be simple. In reality, it is actually quite complicated. There are eggs with various nutrients added to them, different sizes, traditional, organic, free-range – and they all come with a wide range of price tags. The question many people have is: Are cheap eggs as nutritious as the more...
A friend in need is a friend indeed. And Luke Pascoe, a 17-year-old from Albany, Australia would attest to that. This teenager recently survived a shark attack on the south coast of Western Australia, courtesy of his friend. Apparently, his friend put him on his back and carried him two kilometers across rocky terrain. The...
Growing up, my parents had my siblings and myself drink a glass of milk with almost all lunches and definitely every night with dinner. They told us it was an important part of growing “big and strong”. When we were lucky, we were given chocolate milk – a real treat! As adults, however, not many...
Recently, a trophy hunter from South Africa was shot to death. The hunter in question, Riaan Naude, was known to frequently upload pictures of himself with the carcasses of lions, elephants, and giraffes. Unknown assailants shot him near his car in Limpopo, South Africa. For those who are unaware, this is where Kruger National Park...
Dr. Philip Nitschke, aka “The Death Doctor,” was the first doctor to administer a legal lethal injection shot in 1996. Now, fast-forward a decade to when he invented Sarco, the machine that helps people die. (1) Sarco: The Machine That Helps People Die Peacefully To say that euthanasia is controversial is an understatement. In countries...
Assisted suicide is a controversial topic in many countries. In Canada, however, it is a legal part of health care – naturally, with some pretty strict regulations around it. This 20-year-old boy in Canada who has suffered from an incurable unknown illness for most of his life has elected to go through with assisted suicide....
Just a few years ago at age 34, Casey King was 707 pounds, had no money, no job, and lived with his dad. Featured on TLC’s Family By The Ton, viewers knew King as “the man who refused to lose weight”. (1) Now weighing 310 pounds, he has had quite the health journey – and...
We all know that Maine Coons can grow into small giants, but this one must have taken full advantage of that reputation since people mistake him for a dog. Kefir has not even completely grown yet. Kefir, the world’s largest cat, has arrived! This cat is the size of a dog — yet as charming...
Not being acknowledged for all the efforts that you put in can be extremely frustrating and lowkey hurtful. Most employees are unable to see their worth because of what the company makes them believe. The employees settle for less salary and work extra to prove their worth at their jobs. One employee who worked as...
A cancer diagnosis is terrifying, and cancer treatment is hard. The earlier you can catch your cancer, however, the better. This 40-year-old mother who survived colon cancer is now speaking out about her experience with the illness. She wants everyone to be aware of symptoms so they won’t have to go through what she had...
