The Uglier American?

Submitted by ub on
Images

Back in the 1950's a novel was written about an American citizen who challenged the entrenched interests over priorities and found himself embroiled in controversy. The Ugly American depicted the failures of the US foreign diplomats, whose insensitivity to their assigned nation's local language, culture, customs and a moronic refusal to integrate was a disaster. Does any of this sound familiar?

Although he has only been in office for ten months, Donald Trump’s presidency has had a major impact on how the world sees the United States.

US Sex Problem

Submitted by ub on

Sexual predators try inappropriate or illegal sexual contact with another person in an abusive manner. Just how an animal hunts down prey, sexual predators sometimes follow similar procedures seeking sex targets.

With the constant news developments about people in high places allegedly abusing their status to indulge a sexual fantasy, some wonder when and where it will stop? Some of the allegations are very serious, disappointing, and credible...Women are to be respected and demand justice.

RIP Jim Nabors

Submitted by ub on

Jim Nabors' husband has announced his death. He starred as Gomer Pyle on TV's `The Andy Griffith Show,' and passed away in Hawaii home at age 87. America loved you in #GomerPyle watched every week and even heard you sing with a great voice. Our heart goes out to your family & friends You'll be missed.

Rest in peace, Jim Nabors pic.twitter.com/N1CeSJXfTU

Jim Nabors, who created one of TV’s beloved comedic characters, #GomerPyle, died in Hawaii at the age of 87. https://usat.ly/2niZuC3

British Bicultural Bride

Submitted by Admin on

Besides being a British bicultural bride Meghan Markle was previously married.

Prince Harry is engaged. The longtime party animal along with his British playboy persona. His fiancé is a divorced media darling of biracial American parents.

The reportedly happy couple plan to marry inside the palace in May. We’ve learned that Prince Harry designed their engagement ring, which includes diamonds belonging to Princess Diana.

‪BBC News - Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to wed in Windsor on May http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-42156565‬

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Announce Their Wedding

Now The Hard Part

Submitted by Admin on

It’s actually difficult to keep the weight in check after we have enjoyed a huge holiday Thanksgiving meal but some deal with counting calories better than others.

Extra indulgences come with the holiday season, and weight gain can be tricky to avoid. Try these simple strategies and you can still eat, drink, and be merry without piling on the pounds. 7 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain - https://www.consumerreports.org/nutrition-healthy-eating/tips-to-avoid-…

We also find that during the holidays, we find that some folks may become depressed and melancholy.

Thanks be to GOOD

Peace on Earth. Goodwill towards analog and digital content.

In a universe of endless emails, group chats, pop-up images, unwanted messages, good old analog saves time, inspires creativity and our sources swear that Google requires pen and paper when brainstorming new projects because its better than digital screens.

Virtual communities are built online. They’re the antithesis of analog, which contributes to whereever we happens to live.
Analog excels at encouraging human interactions, which is crucial to our own physical and mental well-being.

Image
your-ballot-your-ballot-was-counted

Faith Hope and Thanksgiving

Submitted by ub on
Images

As Americans approach Thanksgiving and proceed towards Christmas, we may wish to exercise our faith in God and country with acts of charity towards those of us who are less fortunate and need random acts of kindness.

There is also a special feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen and we can all find some joy in the fact that our US democratic form of government not only allows it but provides a mechanism for an investigation of any American government official who may be accused of wrongdoing.

Democracy’s Final Hurrah?

I never want to see democracy’s final hurrah, and trust me neither do you. Believe me that I can tell you!

Years ago, I surprised a lot of people, including myself by making a career move from the dark side to a brighter side: After a lifetime of jaded journalism trenches starting with my very intense 3 months long full-time internship with The Washington Post and Newsweek, I was hired by NBC News, then management stints at Univision, Telemundo, VOA, News12 and The AP, where I finally took a buy out and moved into academia.

Image
your-ballot-your-ballot-was-counted

Wonder Fruit

Submitted by Admin on
Images

The mango is a juicy stone fruit from numerous species of tropical trees belonging to the flowering plant genus Mangifera, cultivated mostly for their edible fruit. The majority of these species are found in nature as wild mangoes and they are truly delicious.

There are thousands of varieties. A very nice tropical treat is the fresh mango. Every time I visit Miami I go directly to El Palacio De Los Jugos to puy gallons of the liquid delight. I am truly a mango maniac.

However, when I lived in Indiana, I quickly learned to call the mango a pepper or is it the other way around?

NASA Earth

Submitted by ub on
Images

By monitoring the color of reflected light via satellite, NASA scientists can determine how successfully plant life is photosynthesizing. A measurement of photosynthesis is essentially a measurement of successful growth, and growth means successful use of ambient carbon.

Subscribe to