Two Recent Shootings Further Emphasize America’s Need for Stricter Gun Laws
The recent Dayton and El Paso shootings and the resulting 31 total deaths call attention to the immediate need for harsher gun policies throughout the United States. However, with Trump having little to say about the recent tragedies, it is up to the public to make a change for the future. The Shootings Over the past […]
Instagram Executes a “No Likes” Test in Seven Countries
Proceeding studies that have shown the effects social media has on mental health, Instagram has hidden the “like” feature in seven countries, which is a much needed change working towards cutting down the pressure and stress that accompanies the app. Social Media and Mental Health Social Media, from Facebook to Instagram, undoubtedly plays a major […]
Ohio Raises Legal Age to Buy Tobacco Products from 18 to 21
The recent law passed by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, in which the legal age to buy tobacco products is raised from 18 to 21, will greatly contribute to the ongoing fight against smoking addictions. The Law The new Tobacco 21 law recently passed in Ohio will go into effect this October, making Ohio the 18th […]
New Court Ruling Threatens the Availability of Planned Parenthood Services
The recent 7-4 decision, ruled by the 9th Circuit Federal Appeals Court, will be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of thousands of Americans. The ruling decided that the Federal Government has the power to deny funds to health care facilities if they provide any services or information relating to abortions. The Ruling On July 11th […]