Wednesday, January 2, 2019
Family: Detained US Man in Russia Was Visiting for Wedding
This report was published on YouTube on January 1.
Will There Be a Peaceful Transfer of Power in DRC?
This report was published on YouTube on January 1.
Cuba Marks 60 Years of Revolution (Full Ceremony)
This report was published on YouTube on January 1.
Global News: Cuba's former president Raul Castro marked the 60th anniversary of the
country's Revolution on January 1, amidst pressing diplomatic relations
with the United States and a flailing economy.
On New Year's Day of 1959, Cuba's U.S.-backed dictator Fulgencio Batista
fled as Fidel Castro and his bearded revolutionaries seized control of
the Caribbean country. Alongside Fidel was his brother, Raul Castro, who
now heads the country's Communist Party. His successor Miguel
DÃaz-Canel was also in attendance.
Monday, December 31, 2018
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Isaac Asimov's Predictions for 2019
This video was published on YouTube on December 30.
Isaac Arthur: 35 years ago, Science Fiction's Grandmaster, the late Isaac Asimov, made
some predictions for 2019. As we head into the New Year, we'll take a
look at those predictions and see what he got right, what he got wrong,
and what it tells us about trying to predict our own future, 35 years
from now.
2018 State of Black Health
This video was published on YouTube on September 26.
The State of Black Health National Conference convened public health
professionals, social justice leaders and community advocates in pursuit
of health equity for African Americans. This inaugural annual event
kicked off in Atlanta and examined the core influences on health
including economic, institutional, and social inequalities.
Source: NAATPN
2018 Was a Bad Year for the NRA, and the Worst Could Be Yet to Come
By Nick Wing
The National Rifle Association began 2018 with plenty of reason for optimism.
Two horrific mass shootings had rocked the nation in the previous three months ― one of them the deadliest in modern U.S. history ― but by January, any fervor for gun control in Congress had mostly subsided. With a staunch ally in the White House and GOP majorities in both branches of Congress, at least through the end of the year, the NRA seemed positioned to advance its pro-gun agenda over the next 12 months, further cementing its standing as one of the nation’s most politically influential organizations.
Instead, in the waning days of 2018, the NRA now appears to be worse off than it has been in years. The group has made no progress on its federal legislative priorities, and reportedly faces stiff financial headwinds, as well as the looming threat of a pair of explosive scandals involving Russian money and influence.
Perhaps more concerning for the NRA, this year made clear that it’s losing its stranglehold on the conversation around firearms in the U.S. The February school shooting in Parkland, Florida, led to surging momentum in favor of stronger gun laws. A student-led movement emerged in response, quickly singling out the NRA as its chief enemy, and ultimately helping gun safety candidates win victories in the midterm elections. Doctors also jumped into the anti-NRA fray later in the year, publicly thumping the group over its demands that the medical community keep quiet on issues of gun violence.
Click here for the full article.
Source: The Huffington Post
Hillary Clinton Posts Year-End Thoughts, Calls 2018 ‘A Dark Time For Our Country’
By Jenna Amatulli
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton shared a heartfelt post on Instagram on Monday to reflect on 2018.
“In many ways, 2018 was a dark time for our country,” she wrote.
“As it ends, I’m grateful to everyone who brought light into it: activists who protected kids at the border, journalists who stood up for truth, organizers who mobilized voters for the 2018 elections, candidates who ran races with grit and inspiration, voters who made their voices heard, and absolutely everyone who marched, donated, called, and protested to fight for the values we share.”
Click here for the full article.
Source: The Huffington Post
Here Are 21 LGBTQ Celebrity Coming-Out Stories That Shaped 2018
By Curtis M. Wong
In spite of recent social strides, the number of LGBTQ people who say they’ve experienced discrimination on the basis of their sexuality or gender identity appears to be on the rise.
Such figures, of course, only serve as a reminder of the significance of queer visibility, and seeing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer actors, artists and other public figures live authentically remains both empowering and subversive.
2018 saw some celebrities, including Janelle Monáe, Lucas Hedges and Amandla Stenberg, share their sexualities in interviews with high-profile outlets. Others, like “Grey’s Anatomy” star Jake Borelli and professional golfer Tadd Fujikawa, took a more direct route by using social media to speak about their authentic selves with fans.
In some cases, they stoked a fair share of controversy, too. Rita Ora revealed she’s been in relationships with women after releasing a song, “Girls,” that many deemed problematic for the LGBTQ community. Jason Mraz was accused of cultural appropriation online after using the Native American term “Two Spirit” to describe his experiences with men and women.
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Source: The Huffington Post
‘BlacKkKlansman’ Was the Most Frighteningly Accurate Movie of 2018
By Talia Lavin
To mark the end of 2018, we asked writers to revisit some of the year’s most noteworthy (for good or evil) events, people and ideas. See the other entries here between now and the new year.
2018 was a year overstuffed with culture. That’s just the way it is now, movies and TV and songs and memes and thoughtful features and endless, endless politics scrolling past our weary eyes at the speed of silicon and too-blue light.
But in all the chaos there’s a moment where my hazy memories of frenetic consumption pause, for a piece of filmmaking that called on me to think hard and to remember. That movie was Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman.” It’s currently raking in a modest haul of awards, but for me, it’s going to linger long past the last bottle of popped January 1st champagne, a remarkable slice of light to which I’ll return for years to come.
Much has been said about the film ― its ambition, historicity and panache have been amply noted. But I’ve elected to discuss it here because I admire it as a piece of artistry and as a salvo launched at the perfect cultural moment.
The film is about a pioneering black cop who confronts the Ku Klux Klan, providing the voice of a would-be Klansman on the phone while his Jewish co-worker offers a white body to attend the meetings in person. Any summary would be a bare gesture at the substance of the movie, which deftly conjures up the early 1970s with both winking kitsch and careful verisimilitude. “BlacKkKlansman” delivers more than any blockbuster ever needs to, filling its slick packaging with layers of complexity that Hollywood rarely allows for.
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Source: The Huffington Post
Minimum Wage Increase in New York State Takes Effect Today
The minimum wage increase in New York State takes effect today, rising to $15 for large employers in New York City and continuing to rise all across the state. The Governor also reminded workers to contact the Wage Theft Hotline (1-888-4-NYSDOL) to report employers not complying with the increase. In coordination with the increase, last week the New York State Department of Labor launched a public education campaign to raise awareness about the new minimum wage.
"New York State is leading the way fighting for economic justice and making a real difference in the daily lives of New Yorkers," Governor Cuomo said. "We will always stand with the working women and men of New York, and with this historic minimum wage increase we have taken another step forward in the fight for the dignity and respect of hardworking families."
The launch of the public education campaign includes TV, radio, and subway ads, as well as online video. The campaign reminds New Yorkers that all minimum wage workers across the state will receive a raise today, and educates them about the steps they should take if they do not receive their raises. The video airing on television is available here, and video for digital platforms is available here.
$15 Minimum Wage Phase-in
The $15 minimum wage legislation was passed as part of the 2016-17 state budget, and marked a major accomplishment in the Governor's efforts to restore economic justice and fairness to working families in New York State. The phase-in schedule on a regional basis is as follows:
For workers in New York City employed by large businesses (those with at least 11 employees), the minimum wage rose to $11 at the end of 2016, then another $2 each year after, reaching $15 today, December 31, 2018.
For workers in New York City employed by small businesses (those with 10 employees or fewer), the minimum wage rose to $10.50 at the end of 2016, then another $1.50 each year after, reaching $13.50 today, December 31, 2018, rising to $15 on 12/31/2019.
For workers in Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester Counties, the minimum wage increased to $10 at the end of 2016, then $1 each year after, reaching $12 today, December 31, 2018, rising to $15 on 12/31/2021.
For workers in the rest of the state, the minimum wage increased to $9.70 at the end of 2016, then another $0.70 each year after, rising to $11.10 today, December 31, 2018, reaching $12.50 on 12/31/2020 - after which the minimum wage will continue to increase to $15 on an indexed schedule to be set by the Director of the Division of Budget in consultation with the Department of Labor.
Click here for additional information.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
The Long Hand of U.S. Intervention: The Intercept’s 2018 World Coverage
Many of the world’s troubles are legacies of American intervention. In Iraq, there is the continuation of a war that began with the U.S. invasion in 2003. One of the casualties is an American citizen imprisoned in Iraq for more than a decade, a victim of torture, secret evidence, and witnesses who later recanted. Decades of U.S. meddling in Central America, and support for repressive dictatorships there, have undermined social fabrics; gangs are rampant, and if joining them is easy, getting out is not. In Yemen, where the Saudi-led war has been supported by the U.S. military, children are dying of starvation.
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New Year's Eve 2019 Countdown Celebrations
Global News: Comprehensive coverage of New Year's Eve celebrations and 2019
countdowns around the world, beginning in Auckland, New Zealand and
finishing up in New York City's Times Square.
1830 GMT – New Delhi, India
1900 GMT – Karachi, Pakistan
2000 GMT – Dubai, UAE
2100 GMT – Moscow, Russia
2200 GMT – Athens, Greece
2200 GMT – Cape Town, South Africa
2300 GMT – Paris, France
2300 GMT – Rome, Italy
2300 GMT – Berlin, Germany
0000 GMT – London, UK
0500 GMT – New York City
Mayor de Blasio Discusses New Year’s Eve Security
This video was published on YouTube on December 28.
Friday, December 28, 2018
Nurse, Mom Make Baby's First Christmas in Hospital Special
This report was published on YouTube on December 26.
MLB Rookie Brady Singer Uses New Contract to Pay Off Parents' Debt for Christmas
This report was published on YouTube on December 27.
How You Treat People Is Who You Are!
This video was published on YouTube on January 14, 2018.
Source: Fearless Soul
Top 10 Magic Tricks for Kids
This video was published on YouTube on July 12, 2018.
Source: Rich Ferguson
Old Movie Stars Dance to 'Uptown Funk'
This video was published on YouTube on October 6, 2015.
Source: Nerd Fest UK
15 Ways to Make Money as a Teenage Entrepreneur
This video was published on YouTube on December 25.
Source: Cass & Bran
Source: Cass & Bran
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