Common Core Standards Another Educational Money Grab
Anika ConleyForty-one out of 50 states in America have adopted the common core national standard, which claims it will help prepare our students for college. But is this only preparing them…
Is Childhood ADHD Over-Diagnosed in the U.S.?
Children in the U.S. are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder -- or ADHD -- more than ever in history. Is this the correct diagnosis or merely a way to…
The Weeknd Delivers Night to Remember
Even though it was six months ago, a performance by Canadian artist, The Weeknd, still has me thinking about songs from “Starboy” all the way back to “Trilogy” as the…
AMAZON-POCALYPSE
Amazon has become a monopolized power house, taking down any and all competition in its path. The character of Jeff Bezos, multi-billionaire CEO of Amazon, has been questioned, but his charity…
Having a Child at 16 Years Old
Being a young mother at the age of 16, barely old enough to drive, comes with a lot of stress and responsibilities. Learning how to cope with judgment from people…