Awareness

About one-third of all food produced for human consumption goes to waste. Between consumers, manufacturers, grocery stores and restaurants, approximately 72 billion pounds of food is wasted each year that could be feeding a family facing hunger.   Various organizations…Read More

Over the past month American Airlines, Starbucks and the state of Seattle have announced they’re going straw-free for very important reasons. On a daily basis, over 500 million straws are used. Straws are the main single-use plastic item that ends…Read More

The one thing that stands out in my mind about the events of 9/11 is how angry I was. For many months after the event, I couldn’t shake it. It actually began to seem abnormal to me. Everyone was sad,…Read More

One of the most iconic American symbols recognized worldwide is the bald eagle. It was established as the symbol of the United States about 235 years ago and after much debate by members of the government was put on the…Read More

I have always been interested in ways to live a healthier life. Since I was very young, I remember playing sports and exercising. I usually opted for healthy foods—baked chicken over fried or limiting white bread and not eating too…Read More

The global psoriasis treatment market was valued to be US$7.0 billion in 2016 and is expected to reach US$10.68 billion by 2022. However, low efficacy coupled with high costs makes one wonder if complementary medicines can provide an effective alternative.…Read More

This article was updated on August 26th, 2021  Photo: NBC News Women’s Equality Day is observed in the United States every August 26th as it’s the day that Congress adopted the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. We…Read More

This article was updated on April 12th, 2021.  World Elephant Day is celebrated every August 12th to create awareness about the serious threats that elephants face and to support the survival of the largest and majestic land mammal. These creatures roamed…Read More

Updated on March 15, 2021.  Photo: Vox / Vice President, Kamala Harris In honor of Women History Month, we are reminded to look back on the women who have made history. Last year and the beginning of 2021 have tested…Read More

One of the youngest of the bear species and the largest carnivorous land mammal on Earth, is the Polar Bear. Males can weight up to 1700 pounds and measure 7 to 8 feet nose to tail with a lifespan of…Read More