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The pandemic uprooted the lives of many. Read more about how Amadeus came to terms with moving back in with his parents. Read more to learn how he's come to terms with it, and what his own personal silver lining is!
The American film industry is notorious for their remakes of previously successful movies and franchises, including ones that were originally foreign films. And that success of the original film is almost never translated into success for the remake, as is the case between 2007 foreign-film, 'REC', and 2008 remake, 'Quarantine'. Marc breaks down where the remake failed and why the original was such a success.
The USPS is more important than you might realize! Whether you rely on them or not, it is essential that we protect this constitutionally protected public good for all Americans! Read to learn about just how vital this service is, and why you should help fight for it!
Despite America being one of the wealthiest and overweight countries, the levels of hunger and food-insecurity occurring at the same time are cause for concern. Marc Orkins breaks down his response to the Obesity-Hunger Paradox (by Sam Dolnick), covering the issues at hand and how to address them.
The USPS has been the target of attack from the current administration, especially now as we approach the election and as a new Postmaster General - Louis DeJoy - has been appointed as the head of the USPS. Read more to learn how his conflict of interests and actions thus far in his position threaten this vital service.
Self-care has been an important topic of conversation in terms of health and wellness recently. But self-care for the purpose of nurturing a healthy level of creativity and curiosity about the world is just as important! Read more to learn how things like art, reading, writing and other practices can tie into your self-care routine and improve other aspects of your life.
As the consumption of single-use plastics has increased as a result of the pandemic, so have the efforts of those working to mitigate this, like the 5 R Revolution! A subchapter of the Sierra Club, 5 R Revolution works to raise awareness to the plastic crisis and encourage people to adhere to the 5 Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rot! Read more to learn how they've responded to the pandemic.
Local culture and community-focused organization, Fifth Sun Project, has been hard at work in the Las Vegas community, from providing help and resources throughout the pandemic, to helping local efforts in response to recent anti-racism protests. Read more to learn about this amazing organization and how they uplift the community!
Get Outdoors Nevada has been hard at work helping people in the community to be active in our state's public lands and spaces, while encouraging the care of these areas at the same time. Read more to learn how they've continued their mission despite the setbacks of the pandemic!
Hearts Alive Village has been hard at work keeping pets out of the shelter and with their families, despite the hurdles that COVID-19 has put many Las Vegas pet-parents through recently. Read more to learn how this local animal rescue is helping the community!