There have been numerous efforts to persuade U.S. consumers to “Buy American” and some even to boycott all products produced in China. The boycott proponents often cite unsafe foods, melamine-tainted plates, toxic toothpaste and other examples of shoddily-made consumer items. Yet, China continues to be … Read more
Who would believe it, but you and your family can be gouged if you don’t shop around for cremation services. You’d think a cremation would be pretty straightforward; the funeral home picks up the body, puts it in a blast furnace and collects the ashes … Read more
In December 2017, director Steven Spielberg released a powerful statement about power. However, it can’t be read; only viewed. It is called ‘The Post’ and it is a must-see for every American. Some will describe the movie as a paean to the role of the … Read more
Here’s a story that hasn’t gotten the attention it deserves. As a result of global warming, agricultural run-off contamination and sewage dumping, our oceans are losing their oxygen. These oxygen-depleted spots in our oceans are also referred to as “dead zones,” where plants and animals … Read more
Your death can lead to life. No, this isn’t an oxymoron. When people die, their bodies can be used by science to learn new and important things about biology and, more specifically, the human body. In fact, an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 Americans donate their … Read more