The Lancet Journal Cites the Brazilian Election and Claims Brazil Needs Immediate Change

The Lancet Journal Cites the Brazilian Election and Claims Brazil Needs Immediate Change

In an editorial, the scientific publication draws attention to the disastrous impact that Bolsonaro has had on the pandemic and his disrespectful treatment of indigenous people. This Saturday (3), the scientific journal The Lancet published an editorial (“New Beginnings for Latin America?“) on the Brazilian presidential election. For this, “Brazil… Continue reading

Some College Grads Aren’t Becoming N.J. Teachers. Why?

Some College Grads Aren’t Becoming N.J. Teachers. Why?

NJ.com tells the story of Joely Torres’ family teaches. Her aunt, cousin, and older sister are New Jersey teachers. So when Torres was applying to college her senior year, she majored in education. Torres is abandoning her plans to become a teacher after witnessing curriculum controversies and the COVID-19 pandemic…. Continue reading

As the COVID Outbreak Worsens, Macau Shuts Down All Casinos

As the COVID Outbreak Worsens, Macau Shuts Down All Casinos

A weeklong closure of Macau’s casinos and non-essential businesses was announced on Saturday as the Chinese gambling hub battled its worst coronavirus outbreak to date. According to top city official Andre Cheong, Macau will go into “static management” for a week starting on July 11 and residents are required to… Continue reading

Despite the Federal Mandate, Over 11% Of Army National Guard Soldiers Still Haven’t Gotten Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Despite the Federal Mandate, Over 11% Of Army National Guard Soldiers Still Haven’t Gotten Vaccinated Against COVID-19

There are still more than ten percent of Army National Guard troops who still have not gotten the COVID-19 vaccine, putting them in violation of a federal mandate, and the director of the military force said soldiers will be given “every opportunity” to receive the vaccine. Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen, director of… Continue reading

Shanghai Residents Spoke Out About China’s Zero-COVID Policy on Wechat

Shanghai Residents Spoke Out About China's Zero-COVID Policy on Wechat

A six-minute video posted on WeChat depicted Shanghai’s latest COVID lockdown. Government censors removed the viral video. Reposted, then removed. Repeatedly. “Because there’s no obvious, reliable voice of authority, we get news through rumors or WeChat,” a Shanghai resident who lived through the lockdown told BuzzFeed News. “It’s fake. It’s… Continue reading