Raven-Symoné – “I’m Not an African American” #Backlash

After making the statement about a month ago that she was “not an African American but I am American,” 28-year old Raven-Symoné received much backlash from social media and those in the blogosphere. Her statement prompted her to issue an explanation on her Facebook page and in another interview with thegrio, Simone elaborated. “I never… Continue reading Raven-Symoné – “I’m Not an African American” #Backlash

Security Breach – Man Pushes David Cameron in the Street

In an incident reminiscent of the recent Secret Service mishaps surrounding President Obama’s security, England’s prime minister David Cameron, got a taste of what  Obama is dealing with here in America. Somehow, Cameron’s protection lapsed, as a jogger ran up to him outside of Leeds Civic Hall and pushed him before finally being stopped by… Continue reading Security Breach – Man Pushes David Cameron in the Street

Record Low For Homelessness in This Large City

The number of homeless residents in New York City, the largest city in the United States, reached a record high this month at more than 56,000 people. Halfway around the world, another metropolis recently hit a homeless record of its own: just 1,697 people are currently homeless in Tokyo, also its country’s largest city and… Continue reading Record Low For Homelessness in This Large City

New York and New Jersey Revise Their Ebola Policy

The 21 days mandatory quarantine for anyone who came in contact with Ebola patients in West Africa – a quarantine instituted by New York’s Gov. Andrew Cuomo and New Jersey’s Gov. Chris Christie – has changed… somewhat. Under the revised New York guidelines, medical professors who have had contact with Ebola patients will be quarantined… Continue reading New York and New Jersey Revise Their Ebola Policy

Cardinals Young Star Dead At 22

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder, Oscar Taveras, has been killed in a car accident in the Dominican Republic. Taveras’ family has confirmed the accident which also claimed the life of his girlfriend. Taveras was 22 years old and had a bright future ahead of him. Just 13 days ago, he hit a game tying home run… Continue reading Cardinals Young Star Dead At 22

Man Shots 13 Year Old 9 Times Because Boy Laughed at Him

Pure insanity – 13-year-old boy was shot and killed Friday evening in Gary by a neighbor who was upset about his house being burglarized and became enraged when the teen laughed at him, according to police. Kobe Jones died of multiple gunshot wounds near his home in the 1000 block of Polk Street and was… Continue reading Man Shots 13 Year Old 9 Times Because Boy Laughed at Him

President’s Weekly Address – Combating Ebola

In this week’s address, the President discussed the measures we are taking to respond to Ebola cases at home, while containing the epidemic at its source in West Africa. This week, we continued to focus on domestic preparedness, with the creation of new CDC guidelines and the announcement of new travel measures ensuring all travelers… Continue reading President’s Weekly Address – Combating Ebola

New York Cops on Ebola Detail Seen Dumping Gloves in Garbage – Video

While doctors and nurses have been trained to deal with Ebola and the proper way to dispose of protective gear, it seems the NYPD still have some learning to do. Seen below, two officers working in the vicinity of the first ebola patient’s home, simply removed their gloves and crime scene tape and dumped the… Continue reading New York Cops on Ebola Detail Seen Dumping Gloves in Garbage – Video

Republican Unaware That Republicans Are Blocking Surgeon General’s Confirmation

Republicans have blocked the confirmation of the Surgeon General for over a year now, but don’t tell that to Republican Rep. Jason Chaffetz. While trying to question the wisdom of Obama’s new “ebola czar,” Chaffetz wondered why the job didn’t got the the Surgeon General. “Why not have the surgeon general head this up?” Chaffetz… Continue reading Republican Unaware That Republicans Are Blocking Surgeon General’s Confirmation