May Day is marked around the world by celebrations and protests. Historically a celebration that Spring has arrived.
The day morphed into International Worker’s Day a global observance of workers' rights after a May 1, 1886, strike by workers in Chicago demanding an eight-hour workday.
Last year in #USA, thousands of demonstrators turned out, many protesting the policies of POTUS Trump.
How workers and activists around the world marked May Day https://ti.me/2HMmpf7
With over a year in office and following thousands of Tweets, anyone would agree there have been few hirings and many firings.
Hired and Fired: the Unprecedented Turnover of the Trump Administration https://nyti.ms/2GAq5k4
Does everyone know and have a clear message of the administration's mission, strategy or goals?
Is it shoot for a bullseye, or more like shooting out BS? What do all these theatrics do for we the people, which is the main goal?
Strong winds, low humidity, and dry ground conditions are increasing the threat of wildfires in some parts of the Upper Midwest, the Rockies, Central and Southern Plains as well as in the Desert Southwest, red flag warnings are in effect.
In a couple of days, the Mid-Atlantic will face elevated-level conditions, while critical-level conditions will persist in the southwest U.S. for the next few days. Therefore, NYC should prepare for the thermometer to rise as Summer-like temperatures will finally be appearing. Shorts, polos, and t-shirts will be the norm... Hello Sunshine!!!
According to The World Health Organization, alcohol has killed, continues to kill, and keeps killing more folks than any other legal substance. Alcohol kills way more Americans than opiates. Where's the outrage?
Worldwide, more than 3.3 million deaths a year were due to harmful use of alcohol, says WHO. Alcohol consumption can not only lead to dependence but also increases people’s risk of developing more than 200 diseases including liver cirrhosis and some cancers. In addition, harmful drinking can lead to violence and injuries.
Some truths are harder to swallow than others. There have been metaphors like Rocky, or Bad Marriage to characterize a relationship between reporters and officials. Apparently, it takes a real expert to know about these things.
US Senator Chuck Grassley may soon be butting heads with Majority Leader Mitch McConnell as a Senate showdown becomes clear.
The Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday with strong bipartisan support endorsed legislation that would help shield special counsel Robert Mueller from any attempt by President Trump to fire him.
There are some questions about the constitutionality of the proposed legislation and Mitch McConnell will not allow the measure to get a vote. https://politi.co/2Huzi19
South and North Korean leaders, President Moon Jae-in and Kim Jong Un made news during a summit that sets the stage for a possible future high-stakes meeting.
Kim made history when he crossed over the world’s most heavily armed border to greet his southern counterpart. But how will denuclearization be achieved?
Chinese geologists confirm that a mountain above North Korea’s main nuclear test site collapsed forcing Kim to end his nuclear testing program.
Voting is a method for the registered electorate to make a decision or express an opinion, following discussions, debates or election campaigns. Democracies elect holders of high office by voting. https://vote.gov/
The City of New Rochelle renamed one of their streets in honor of a well-known TV series.
Carl Reiner was from The Bronx and moved to Westchester https://youtu.be/RI7wDpBRqjo
The renowned comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director and creator is celebrating 2000-Year-old man Golden Anniversary. https://youtu.be/RI7wDpBRqjo
I met Bill Cosby and spent several hours with him on different occasions, so I should first say that I never thought it would end this way. The Coz is guilty on all counts, according to a Pennsylvania jury. The 80-year-old cultural icon was found guilty of drugging and then sexually assaulting a woman 14 years ago and now faces a maximum of 30 years in prison.