Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Absence of Malice Review Summary
The negativity of this analysis is very apparent. This review says that this movie is ridiculous, mainly because of the extreme things that the main character gets away with. The author of the article states that a real-life editors aren't as relaxed as they are portrayed in the film. It had "factual and ethical problems" but the person reviewing it claims to like it.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Major Cocaine Bust in Australia
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/15/world/australia-drug-bust/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
November 14, 2011
This article discusses the 300 kilograms of cocaine just seized by officials off a yacht in Queensland. The cocaine had an estimated worth of $79 million and was stashed in the hull of the yacht, believed to have belonged to four Spanish nationals. The bust is the 5th largest in Australian history - which baffles me and makes me wonder how huge the top four must have been. Authorities say that this is the second huge yacht cocaine bust in the last year. If convicted, perpetrators can face life in prison on the account of importing cocaine. Their hearing will begin January 12. This both amazes and scares me. Cocaine is highly addictive and ruins lives. In psychology, I recently learned how it releases an overload of dopamine in the brain and upon using again and again, the synapses in the brain overload and close, making people unable to receive the release of dopamine naturally, therefore; unable to enjoy life's simple pleasures, leading to depression and an unhappy life. Cocaine use is extremely dangerous and I can only hope that those distributors are punished accordingly.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/15/world/australia-drug-bust/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
November 14, 2011
This article discusses the 300 kilograms of cocaine just seized by officials off a yacht in Queensland. The cocaine had an estimated worth of $79 million and was stashed in the hull of the yacht, believed to have belonged to four Spanish nationals. The bust is the 5th largest in Australian history - which baffles me and makes me wonder how huge the top four must have been. Authorities say that this is the second huge yacht cocaine bust in the last year. If convicted, perpetrators can face life in prison on the account of importing cocaine. Their hearing will begin January 12. This both amazes and scares me. Cocaine is highly addictive and ruins lives. In psychology, I recently learned how it releases an overload of dopamine in the brain and upon using again and again, the synapses in the brain overload and close, making people unable to receive the release of dopamine naturally, therefore; unable to enjoy life's simple pleasures, leading to depression and an unhappy life. Cocaine use is extremely dangerous and I can only hope that those distributors are punished accordingly.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Sandusky Lives Near Elementary School
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/14/us/pennsylvania-coach-abuse/index.html?hpt=us_c2
This article discusses the recent resignation of Jerry Sandusky. Recently, Sandusky has been charged with the sexual abuse of several young boys. This has created quite the media stir and controversy amongst the riotous Penn State fans. The cult-like environment of the college has seemed to cause "dedicated" fans to be devoid of their moral values in supporting a child molester.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/14/us/pennsylvania-coach-abuse/index.html?hpt=us_c2
This article discusses the recent resignation of Jerry Sandusky. Recently, Sandusky has been charged with the sexual abuse of several young boys. This has created quite the media stir and controversy amongst the riotous Penn State fans. The cult-like environment of the college has seemed to cause "dedicated" fans to be devoid of their moral values in supporting a child molester.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
South Korea and North Korea Friends?
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/08/world/asia/koreas-aid/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
This article discusses the possible reconciliation between long-time rivals North and South Korea. CNN explains that South Korea recently sent $6.9 million to aid the North. Money was sent through the World Health Organization. Considering the North's current state of malnourished children and just general chaos, it is understandable that the South would help. They slowly but surely making strides for the better.
Penn State Sex Scandal
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/07/justice/pennsylvania-coach-abuse-charges/index.html?hpt=us_c2
This article discusses the recent discovery of a sex offender at the well-respected school known as Pennsylvania State University. It is believed that between 1994 and 2009, Sandusky abused eight boys and is now being charged. His lawyer refused to comment to CNN, but then later told a CNN affiliate that he had known about the charges for three years. He was arrested Saturday and his case awaits. I personally believe that this case is particularly sad because there is never any real justice, considering those boys harmed will be scarred for life and no amount of jail time can fix that.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/07/justice/pennsylvania-coach-abuse-charges/index.html?hpt=us_c2
This article discusses the recent discovery of a sex offender at the well-respected school known as Pennsylvania State University. It is believed that between 1994 and 2009, Sandusky abused eight boys and is now being charged. His lawyer refused to comment to CNN, but then later told a CNN affiliate that he had known about the charges for three years. He was arrested Saturday and his case awaits. I personally believe that this case is particularly sad because there is never any real justice, considering those boys harmed will be scarred for life and no amount of jail time can fix that.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Vehement Venezuelan Voters
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/01/world/americas/venezuela-voters/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
This article discusses the voting rules in Venezuela. They have recently been altered to make it so that people between the ages of 111 and 129 are no longer permitted to vote. This is a ploy to force voters to re-register and update their age. Because of this, 300,000 new voters have registered. I think that the right to vote is an extremely important one and should be taken advantage of.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/01/world/americas/venezuela-voters/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
This article discusses the voting rules in Venezuela. They have recently been altered to make it so that people between the ages of 111 and 129 are no longer permitted to vote. This is a ploy to force voters to re-register and update their age. Because of this, 300,000 new voters have registered. I think that the right to vote is an extremely important one and should be taken advantage of.
Kim Kardashian spills to fans about divorce
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/01/showbiz/kardashian-divorce-confession/index.html?hpt=us_c2
This article discusses the recent and very buzz worthy issue of reality TV star Kim Kardashian's abrupt divorce. Following the announcement was a string of rumors accusing the celebrity of getting married only as a publicity stunt. Kim Kardashian commented on the accusations, saying that they are not true and she is simply "following her heart." While it's hard for a spectator to sympathize with the multi-millionare, she was under an extreme amount of pressure and therefore focusing on things such as the planning of her wedding rather than the fact that she should have been ending her relationship. I personally believe that people's actions and character drastically change while under the scrutiny of the public eye. Hopefully the starlet has learned her lesson about getting to know people with cameras watching.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/01/showbiz/kardashian-divorce-confession/index.html?hpt=us_c2
This article discusses the recent and very buzz worthy issue of reality TV star Kim Kardashian's abrupt divorce. Following the announcement was a string of rumors accusing the celebrity of getting married only as a publicity stunt. Kim Kardashian commented on the accusations, saying that they are not true and she is simply "following her heart." While it's hard for a spectator to sympathize with the multi-millionare, she was under an extreme amount of pressure and therefore focusing on things such as the planning of her wedding rather than the fact that she should have been ending her relationship. I personally believe that people's actions and character drastically change while under the scrutiny of the public eye. Hopefully the starlet has learned her lesson about getting to know people with cameras watching.
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