http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/22/world/europe/italy-libya-migrant-boat-capsize.html?_r=0
What's up homies. Today I'd like to talk about a terrible accident that occurred in the Mediterranean Sea April 21st. The boat was carrying around 850 migrants from mainly African countries. These men were trying to leave their native countries and make new lives for themselves somewhere within Europe. Supposedly the Italian coast guard was alerted of a boat carrying illegal immigrants and when a commercial boat went to check it out, the large ship carrying the migrants made an incorrect maneuver and collided with the other boat. The captain of the boat and some of its members may be charged with engaging in illegal immigration. Stories of survivors varied but most of them had been finding work in Libya until the turmoil became too intense, causing them to try and make it into Europe. Reports say that almost all on the boat were adult men. Many migrant boat crashes have occurred but this is by far the worse one.
As of late Europe has faced in influx in men and women seeking asylum all throughout Europe. Italy had a policy in place that cost around 9.7 million dollars a month which ended up being way too expensive so they had too drop it. Ever since they have been struggling to stop a constant flow of immigrants from Africa. This recent incident has caused Europe to take another look at their immigration policies and are looking for a more efficient, cost effective way to reduce smugglers and stop illegal immigrants from entering into their countries.
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Endangered Species Raises Questions
Hey fam. I'm back and today I would like to discuss the topic of endangered species and a specific species in general, the Northern White Rhino. This species one of the most critically endangered in the world as there is only one known male in the wild left in the world.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/16/africa/kenya-northern-white-rhino/index.html
Rhinos are a very popular animal and because of that they have become a target of poachers over the past years. They are often hunted due to the value of their horn, in the East many think that a rhino's horn has certain powers and can heal. Due to the dwindling numbers in recent years they have been a protected species but that did not stop poachers from killing them, as a result there is only one wild male left. This male, Sudan is his name, is already 42 years old and seems to be on the brink of not being able to reproduce. This is a devastating fact for these rhinos but many scientists are trying to find as scientific method for reproducing more rhinos. They are looking to due some sort of an embryo transfer but that seems very implausible. Signs do not look good for these rhinos as they are on the brink of extinction. There are 5 more in captivity worldwide and people seem to be doing all they can to keep these beautiful creatures in existence.
As human populations are growing and more and more species of animals are nearing extinction, this problem is going to be a issue we could possibly face many more times in the near future. I believe that it is crucial that scientists discover an alternative form of reproduction or else our planet may lose many of its most valuable animals. We need to take action today in order to keep the rhinos, and many other species alive. Thanks for reading, see you soon.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/16/africa/kenya-northern-white-rhino/index.html
Rhinos are a very popular animal and because of that they have become a target of poachers over the past years. They are often hunted due to the value of their horn, in the East many think that a rhino's horn has certain powers and can heal. Due to the dwindling numbers in recent years they have been a protected species but that did not stop poachers from killing them, as a result there is only one wild male left. This male, Sudan is his name, is already 42 years old and seems to be on the brink of not being able to reproduce. This is a devastating fact for these rhinos but many scientists are trying to find as scientific method for reproducing more rhinos. They are looking to due some sort of an embryo transfer but that seems very implausible. Signs do not look good for these rhinos as they are on the brink of extinction. There are 5 more in captivity worldwide and people seem to be doing all they can to keep these beautiful creatures in existence.
As human populations are growing and more and more species of animals are nearing extinction, this problem is going to be a issue we could possibly face many more times in the near future. I believe that it is crucial that scientists discover an alternative form of reproduction or else our planet may lose many of its most valuable animals. We need to take action today in order to keep the rhinos, and many other species alive. Thanks for reading, see you soon.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Duke Basketball Reigns Supreme
What's cookin' bloggers? As many of you may know the NCAA Men's National Championship basketball game took place Monday April 6th in Indianapolis, Indiana. The crowd was crazy and the hype was real going into the game once Wisconsin knocked off undefeated, favorite Kentucky in the Final Four. This matchup of Duke and Wisconsin was labeled to be great one and indeed it was! Around 75,000 were in attendance for what would be an excellent game.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/06/us/ncaa-basketball-championship/
In this back and forth battle between the country's best Duke ended up prevailing, but not without the help of some wonderful freshman. The first half saw multiple lead changes and provided fans with an exciting but grueling game. Both teams went into the half with 26 points with no large storylines at the time.
Wisconsin started the second half quickly and raced out to a seven point lead but when it looked like they were going to pull away, one Duke player had an objection. Grayson Allen, a freshman, averages about 4 points a game but is a solid player so when Duke put him in during the second half, not much was expected. Allen came out roaring and scored a quick 8 points to put Duke right back in the game. From there on Duke was hot, and Wisconsin was not. Tyus Jones, another freshman for Duke, scored 23 points and made difficult shots late in the game to keep Wisconsin at bay. Duke went on to stave off Wisconsin and became the National Champs winning 68-63.
Wisconsin's coach Bo Ryan was slightly upset with the officiating in the second half of Monday's game as 13 fouls were called against Wisconsin in the half. He said, "It's just a shame that it had to be played that way." As Ryan was obviously upset, Coach Mike Krzyzewski was ecstatic as he claimed his 5th National Championship. He now has the second most championships behind the legend John Wooden who has 10. As Duke closed out an incredible year of ups and downs there is no doubt that next year Duke will be right back in the hunt for another trophy.
Thanks for reading, I hope you enjoyed it. Until next time!
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/06/us/ncaa-basketball-championship/
In this back and forth battle between the country's best Duke ended up prevailing, but not without the help of some wonderful freshman. The first half saw multiple lead changes and provided fans with an exciting but grueling game. Both teams went into the half with 26 points with no large storylines at the time.
Wisconsin started the second half quickly and raced out to a seven point lead but when it looked like they were going to pull away, one Duke player had an objection. Grayson Allen, a freshman, averages about 4 points a game but is a solid player so when Duke put him in during the second half, not much was expected. Allen came out roaring and scored a quick 8 points to put Duke right back in the game. From there on Duke was hot, and Wisconsin was not. Tyus Jones, another freshman for Duke, scored 23 points and made difficult shots late in the game to keep Wisconsin at bay. Duke went on to stave off Wisconsin and became the National Champs winning 68-63.
Wisconsin's coach Bo Ryan was slightly upset with the officiating in the second half of Monday's game as 13 fouls were called against Wisconsin in the half. He said, "It's just a shame that it had to be played that way." As Ryan was obviously upset, Coach Mike Krzyzewski was ecstatic as he claimed his 5th National Championship. He now has the second most championships behind the legend John Wooden who has 10. As Duke closed out an incredible year of ups and downs there is no doubt that next year Duke will be right back in the hunt for another trophy.
Thanks for reading, I hope you enjoyed it. Until next time!
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