In Saturday's edition, I noticed on the front page an article titled, "Told To Eat Its Vegetables, America Orders Fries". It was a very hooking title and I wanted to read more. There was a quote in the article saying that it was easy to grab an apple and throw it in your purse, but a piece of kale in your purse would be ridiculous.That would be my exact reaction. I don't eat as many vegetables as I should but I am always grabbing fruit on the go. I try to have a piece of fruit with at least two of my meals a day and did not think it was a big deal to skip the vegetables.
In the sports section, I noticed the article, "N.B.A. Aims to Limit Whining by Players". I watch a great deal of basketball and I always think about how much the players whine to referees. In the next season, referees will become stricter and more technicals will be handed out. Kobe Bryant will definitely be seeing a great deal more technicals as the season goes on with his constant badgering of the referees. Another player that will need to watch himself is Kevin Garnett. This new rule may greatly effect the game but might also take away from the intensity that the players perform at.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Wednesday Septemeber 22
The "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" decision was decided on Tuesday and the vote was to block the repeal of the policy. The Senate was short by 4 votes to receive the 60 votes that it needed. Many are afraid that if the policy is repealed, then moral in the military will be changed. Especially in this time, this is a very important issue because of the troops that are overseas. I believe that it is a policy that should be looked into more.
The second article, "2010 is Deadliest Year for NATO in Afghan War", talked about how in 2010, there were 530 causalities. This comes right after a helicopter crash in Zabul which ended in 9 fatalities. It was also reported that violence has increased 69 percent in the past 3 months. As a member of a military family, I have had family members in and out of Afghanistan for the past 6 years, and it is astonishing to see numbers like this every month.
The second article, "2010 is Deadliest Year for NATO in Afghan War", talked about how in 2010, there were 530 causalities. This comes right after a helicopter crash in Zabul which ended in 9 fatalities. It was also reported that violence has increased 69 percent in the past 3 months. As a member of a military family, I have had family members in and out of Afghanistan for the past 6 years, and it is astonishing to see numbers like this every month.
Tuesday September 21
The first article that jumped out at me was "Value of College Degree Growing, Study Says". As a college student looking to graduate in two years with a lifetime of loans to payback, it was interesting and comforting to read about the low unemployment rate for people with college degrees compared to that of people with only high school diplomas. Not only did they have low unemployment rates, but college graduates also earn 79 percent more than high school graduates.
The second article that really interested me was the one about Lady Gaga speaking in Portland, Maine in response to "Don't Ask, Don't Tell". Many people, including Gaga, were trying to get "Don't Act Don't Tell" repealed for being unconstitutional. I find the issue very interesting and believe that people should be allowed to serve their country no matter what their sexual orientation is. If people are dedicated enough to want to risk their lives in order to protect their country, I believe that they should be allowed to. I would have attended the event if my class and work schedule had allowed me to.
The second article that really interested me was the one about Lady Gaga speaking in Portland, Maine in response to "Don't Ask, Don't Tell". Many people, including Gaga, were trying to get "Don't Act Don't Tell" repealed for being unconstitutional. I find the issue very interesting and believe that people should be allowed to serve their country no matter what their sexual orientation is. If people are dedicated enough to want to risk their lives in order to protect their country, I believe that they should be allowed to. I would have attended the event if my class and work schedule had allowed me to.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Rye Beach Jellyfish
Wednesday, five children were taken to Portsmouth Regional Hospital and a hundred more injured after jellyfish invaded Wallis Sands State Beach in Rye, N.H. No serious injuries were reported and the beach was opened again today.
Just before 2 p.m. lifeguards spotted large jellyfish thought to be lion's mane jellyfish. Nearly 50 children ran to the shore crying and complaining of stings on their legs. Soon after, emergency crews from Stratham, Portsmouth, Greenland, New Hampton, Newington, and Rye were called to the scene.
Alysia Bennett, from Hampstead, looked over to find her three children running out of the water crying. She said, "They were terrified".
Ken Loughlin, manager of the park, said "It was as big as a turkey platter. The thing was probably 50 pounds... I've never seen such a thing". The 50 pound dead jellyfish was then extracted from the water with a pitchfork by the lifeguards.
Jellyfish are common to the New England area but it is rare to see 50 pound jellyfish. Robert Royer, an aquarist at the Seacoast Science Center, said, "That's the largest we have around here. I've never heard of them getting 50 pounds, though". Lion's mane jellyfish have barbed tentacles up to 100 feet long and was able to still sting swimmers even though it was dead.
Victims complaining of bee-like stings were taken to the bathhouse and five others were taken to the hospital because of fear of severe allergic reactions.
Just before 2 p.m. lifeguards spotted large jellyfish thought to be lion's mane jellyfish. Nearly 50 children ran to the shore crying and complaining of stings on their legs. Soon after, emergency crews from Stratham, Portsmouth, Greenland, New Hampton, Newington, and Rye were called to the scene.
Alysia Bennett, from Hampstead, looked over to find her three children running out of the water crying. She said, "They were terrified".
Ken Loughlin, manager of the park, said "It was as big as a turkey platter. The thing was probably 50 pounds... I've never seen such a thing". The 50 pound dead jellyfish was then extracted from the water with a pitchfork by the lifeguards.
Jellyfish are common to the New England area but it is rare to see 50 pound jellyfish. Robert Royer, an aquarist at the Seacoast Science Center, said, "That's the largest we have around here. I've never heard of them getting 50 pounds, though". Lion's mane jellyfish have barbed tentacles up to 100 feet long and was able to still sting swimmers even though it was dead.
Victims complaining of bee-like stings were taken to the bathhouse and five others were taken to the hospital because of fear of severe allergic reactions.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Friday September 16th
Reading through Friday's paper, the only section that catches my attention is the Sports Section. This first article I go to is the one pertaining to Jeter and his acting abilities after "getting hit by a pitch" . I was surprised to find an article slightly against New York's "Golden Boy". I greatly appreciated the comparison of Jeter and Alex Rodriguez. When I first heard about the cheating incident, I thought, "Are they sure it's Jeter and not A-Rod?". As a Sox fan, I have always respected Jeter for his hard work and leadership, but I have no respect for cheating.
The second article of interest was the one about head injuries in football. After the first week of football, it was reported that ten players suffered from head injuries. In this article, it talks about college players and how a head injury recently led to a player's death. It just sheds some light on an issue that needs to be addressed and how a new solution needs to be found.
The second article of interest was the one about head injuries in football. After the first week of football, it was reported that ten players suffered from head injuries. In this article, it talks about college players and how a head injury recently led to a player's death. It just sheds some light on an issue that needs to be addressed and how a new solution needs to be found.
Thursday September 15th.
As I read through Thursday's paper, a few headlines stick out. First, NASA and Obama want to start sending civilians to space. This is one of the most ridiculous ideas that I have ever heard. Yes, it could be a great way to make some money for the program, but it is also setting NASA up for a great deal of problems if something goes wrong. The second headline that caught my attention was the article explaining the link between crime and Yankees hats. As a devoted Sox fan, this article spiked my interest and made me laugh. Then they discussed how this might be linked to Jay-Z's boasting of wearing Yankee hats. I found the whole thing to be insane. Most New Yorkers wear the hat and use it as a way to honor their home. The last section that caught my attention was the Fashion Week spread. I especially enjoyed the article View From the Second Row . As an avid fan of both fashion and Project Runway, this article gave a deeper look into it.
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