Current Events Thursday- AVID with Mrs. Y by Christine Yeriazarian https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf Today, I would like you to share an article about a current event that is interesting you right now. You can get the article from anywhere, but if you are stuck, try going to www.npr.org or www.chron.com or https://www.latimes.com/ to find a story. Your answer should include: a link to the story, a summary of the story written by you, and an explanation of why you find it interesting. This should all be at least 5 sentences long. en-us 2021-04-29 16:26:14 UTC 2021-05-04 17:06:33 UTC hello@padlet.com JhauRiel Perkins s18439511 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474797329 This article is about the things that vaccinated people can do out in public now that they are vaccinated. It goes into different social interactions and how to stay safe. Also, we don't know what people are and aren't vaccinated so it just talks about being safe, and how vaccinated people can start going back to how it was before. I like this article because it lets people know what we need to do to stay safe and get back to how it was before COVID.
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/04/29/991253897/youre-vaccinated-congrats-now-what-can-you-do-safely]]> 2021-04-29 16:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474797329 Printis Stevens https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474798429 https://www.npr.org/2021/04/29/991973192/fda-moves-to-ban-menthol-cigarettes-and-flavored-cigars 
This article is about the FDA putting effort towards banning menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. My dad sent this article to me early this morning and I found it really interesting. I think it will be intriguing to see how well this goes over with Americans because many do not like being told what not to do. I also find it interesting how they are not banning tobacco, just methanol, which 'masks unpleasant flavors' in cigarettes making it easier to become addicted to. I personally think this ban is great because people should not smoke cigarettes. ]]> 2021-04-29 16:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474798429 Camila Santos https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474805463 Since I saw the speech President Biden gave yesterday. I wanted to have a better insight about the topics he was talking about such as The American Rescue Plan, infrastructure, immigration. Etc. I also wanted to know about how the process of writing this speech worked.]]> 2021-04-29 16:52:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474805463 Nicole Cain s1973897 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474807961
          This article is about the promise of withdrawing troops from the Afghan war by September 11th. While Afghan war generals are aware of the potential dangers of this withdrawal, some remain optimistic about what they've learned from partnering with the US.
I found this article interesting because of my lack of knowledge about the war. While I do know what started it, I did not know about the continuation of it after all these years. I wonder what will happen when our troops come home, and when this war will finally end. As for the soldiers, I am happy for them to finally see their families after such a long period of time. 

]]> 2021-04-29 16:53:20 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474807961 Melissa Rivas https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474811904 Summary:
 Gov. Greg Abbott announced Tuesday he would sign legislation allowing guns to be carried freely in public without a license. Only a week ago, Abbott refused to say whether he supported such a proposal. Although the Senate does not have the necessary votes to pass the legislation, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he is doing his best to move it through the process.
The Senate committee is hearing the measure on Thursday. Abbott told a North Texas radio host on Tuesday, "I think it's making progress."

Why I found it interesting:
I didn't just hear about this today, I actually first heard of this from my sister. When my sister first brought it up I thought it was just one of those false claims but then after seeing this article, I realized it was true. I am actually concerned because if this becomes a reality then many people will now have access to guns and some people will abuse that power of owning a gun.]]> 2021-04-29 16:54:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474811904 Hillary Jasso s1673366 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474812095 Summary: This article discusses the effects of human-caused climate change on the planet and how it is causing the world's ice glaciers to melt. Due to high temperatures caused by human production of pollution and other chemicals glaciers are melting at a faster and higher rate. This is alarming news to scientists because even what used to be "stable" glaciers are melting and progressively causing rises in water levels. Soon enough the affects of climate change will be irreversible.
I find this very interesting because climate change and how it impacts life on Earth is a topic I am very serious about. I hate to see how we want to move and explore other planets before we fix and heal our own. I personally feel we aren't doing enough or moving at a fast enough pace to stop the serious and devastating effects of climate change. This is a serious topic more people should be aware of and take into consideration when promoting deals like funding companies that produce harmful chemicals that are released into the environment.]]> 2021-04-29 16:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474812095 Alexis Whitefield s1987722 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474812329 https://www.npr.org/2021/04/13/986498513/1st-century-roman-statue-looted-a-decade-ago-found-in-belgium-by-off-duty-police
Summary:
An Italian police officer discovers a stolen Roman statue that was looted at an archaeological site nearly a decade ago, at an antique store.
I find it interesting because I like art history and lost media/art. Also interesting when you find out how these lost treasures are found. ]]> 2021-04-29 16:54:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474812329 Winston Capers https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474818438 Along with auto-companies, Apple can't keep up with the demand of newest Ipads and Mac computers. Due to the pandemic Apple has had to reduce their number of conductors resulting in the loss of $3 to $4 billion from sales. This interested me because Apple just came out with new colors to their laptops/ computers. Why do this if you don't have enough resources or people to make the devices. They should've just held off on putting out new products or figured out way to cut back on cost.]]> 2021-04-29 16:55:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474818438 Rosmary Garcia https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474832975 https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2021-04-29/los-angeles-covid-reopening-dance-studios 
This article is about the negative impact the pandemic has had on dance studios especially in LA. When the pandemic hit dance studios were forced to close down and with this it meant that no income will be coming to them. With no income to pay rent for the dance studios it made it more difficult to keep going with the business. After vaccines the studios could open to 25% capacity which did not benefit the dance studios because they were spending more than when full capacity was a thing. However, for some owners this was not about the money but about teaching others to have grit and follow dance. In conclusion, many business have suffered because of the pandemic but what its important is to not give up on it. In my opinion this is very relatable for many because the pandemic has affected negatively. I liked this this article because for me dance it is an important hobby and I'm sure it is for many. With dance studios being closed it not only affects the business but the people as well because dance is a way to get away from stress for many of us.

]]> 2021-04-29 16:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474832975 Brian Babisa s1669346 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474841284 Summary: President Biden had promised to enforce better U.S. immigration laws to improve the immigration system, but he has yet to fight for improved immigration laws and has continued to use Trump-era immigration policies.
Trump's run as president was really hard to watch, especially when it came to U.S. immigration. When the U.S. election came around, it was obvious that almost everyone in America wanted Trump out of office, including myself. When Biden became president, I truly believed things regarding the U.S. border and immigration would get better, for Biden promised to fight for better immigration policies, but as of now, Biden has yet to fight for a better immigration system. Instead of staying silent and just trying to find agreement with Congress, Pres. Biden should fight for what's right and finally improve the issues regarding the U.S. border.
]]> 2021-04-29 16:59:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474841284 Eva Alamos s1673957 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474842697 https://www.npr.org/2021/04/26/990930748/u-s-will-share-60-million-doses-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-with-other-countries.Once reviewed by the FDA , the U.S will be sharing 60 million doses of AstraZeneca. The specific countries are not specified , but The White House says that we have enough Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson doses. The AstraZeneca vaccine has not been cleared for use yet. But Jen Psaki, White House secretary, says it will be in the coming weeks. I find this interesting because why do we have extra vaccines? Where did they come from?]]> 2021-04-29 16:59:35 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474842697 Christopher Estrada https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474853432 Summary: This article is talking about the latest software update iOS14.5 and how the new feature can cause trouble for companies. The new feature makes it were the app cant collect data about you to give you personalized adds. But some apps are taking a big hit from this new feature like Facebook is loosing 7% of there revenue do to this iOS update. 
My opinion from this selection is that its good to have a little bit more private even if it hurts companies. Cause I don't want companies taking my information and selling it to others to make money.]]> 2021-04-29 17:01:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474853432 Erin Rios https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474917993 Indonesian Military Locates Wreckage Of Missing Submarine : NPR 
summary:  "The KRI Nanggala 402 went missing early Wednesday morning. The Indonesian navy said Saturday that it believed the ship had sunk with the crew of 5 presumed dead and later confirmed. The article talks about what the president  said and how the military responded, etc. I find this interesting because of how it just vanished.]]> 2021-04-29 17:13:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474917993 Queen https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474935365 https://www.chron.com/culture/article/OPINION-Texas-Crown-Act-law-Black-hair-length-16135255.php  Summary: This article is about, Black hair style's, student told to cut off they're dreadlocks at school make's no sense. can't get a job because of a hair style doesn't add up at all, " As a Black woman, I am tired of feeling like I can't or shouldn't enter certain spaces because my hair "isn't done" or straightened. I am tired of being asked if my hair is real or if someone can touch it. It's the hair I was born with, not a science experiment."!!]]> 2021-04-29 17:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474935365 London Arceneaux https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474948054 https://www.foxnews.com/us/blm-co-founder-praised-assata-shakur

This website is about the co-founder of BLM supporting and praising Assata Shakur, a cop-killer. This article is about how Assata Shakur was accused of the murder of a police officer, in a shootout in New Jersey. She escaped prison 41 years ago and has a $2 million bounty on her head. I liked this article because it shows that people will stand by someone even if the government claimed them a criminal. She was also apart of the Black Liberation Army, a black power revolutionary in the 1970s to early 1980s. Many black people have been accused of crimes they didn't commit, and even though she's on the run, I'm happy she was able to escape.]]> 2021-04-29 17:18:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1474948054 Bree Arceneaux https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478400883 Senate OKs Bill to Fight Hate Crimes against Asian Americans, Indian American Groups Applaud | Global Indian | indiawest.com

This website is talking about a bill that was passed recently to stop hate crimes against Asian Americans. Don't get me wrong, I completely agree with the bill, but my whole thing is that black people have been asking for this same thing for four hundred years and the government is still allowing cops to kill us and let white people lynch black people. White people get away with hate crimes against black people all the time and nothing is done. I understand that the Asian community needed this bill, but I feel that we're in more need than them. Asian hate crimes just started escalating, not saying that they haven't happened, but started escalating. While in the black community, this has been a thing since slaves first came.]]> 2021-04-30 14:32:20 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478400883 Rodshunn Dalcoe https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478415426 Nathan Herber was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma at the young age of four years old. He was forced to leave his beloved Minnesota school to undergo treatment. 900 days passed and Nathan beat cancer and was welcomed back with open arms by his teachers and schoolmates. March 25th was his first day of school and there were students lined up in the parking lot waiting to show Nathan that he was loved and that he was never alone. 
In my opinion this should be an example of how all things should be in life. Nathan was showed praise and given love for beating the deadly disease. All people should be celebrated for their accomplishments big or small however, this will never be the case because of all of the negativity in the world. Anyone and everyone will drag you down due to jealousy.]]> 2021-04-30 14:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478415426 s1673366 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478432209 2021-04-30 14:38:35 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478432209 Kameron Jackson https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478444771 https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-04-30/after-covid-deaths-families-cherish-items-from-loved-ones
Many people have family members that have been infected with COVID, and put into hospitals. Unfortunately not all of h them make it out. After their deaths the families tend to cherish their belongings and their memories of them. I find that interesting because it’s very sad to lose someone within your family but it’s good that you can cherish their memory of them and have their belongings. Sometimes it’s the best you can do. ]]> 2021-04-30 14:41:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478444771 Alondra Miranda s1674481 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478460215 Mario Gonzalez , a 26-year-old man, was brutally murdered by police officers after they attempted to handcuff him. He was unarmed and minding his own business. I'm not sure what caused the officers to take action but they did not have to use an excessive amount of force to simply handcuff a single man to the point where he actually died. 

]]> 2021-04-30 14:44:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478460215 Genysis Pimienta s1666177 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478460366 https://www.npr.org/2021/04/30/992038052/blm-and-teacher-s-free-speech
This debating on whether or not this teacher should get in trouble for supporting the BLM movement on school grounds. The school had told her to take down the flags about BLM. In my opinion, she shouldn't be getting in trouble for supporting a movement to stop the hate. The school was also wrong for telling her to take down the BLM flag. As well as they have no place to tell her what not to put up in her classroom she is just trying to spread positivity in her classroom during these hard times.]]> 2021-04-30 14:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478460366 Fernanda marquez https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478478203 I found it interesting how the cows had preferences in music that was being played. They would come when they liked it and leave once a song they disliked was being played. I believe that this was both relaxing to the cows along with the artist. One of the artist even stated that they believe that just as music relaxes humans it relaxed the cows as well. This benefited the artist just as much as the cows that they decided to make it the main concept for this music a School or boot camp. They found that they brought out a comfort to these artist that was only consistently shown through this method. 

]]> 2021-04-30 14:47:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478478203 https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478488777 2021-04-30 14:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cyeriaza/1mie8vbg6dsfsduf/wish/1478488777