7th Period Current Event (NON-POLITICAL) by Ansley Deese

Ms. Deese

ansley_deese — 2016-10-27 14:07:13 UTC

https://www.studentnewsdaily.com/daily-news-article/first-case-of-cte-diagnosed-in-mma-fighter/
First MMA Fighter to be diagnosed (after death) with trauma to the brain from fighting. [We should read this because this is huge for the professional fighting community to note brain injuries, like the NFL has. This could lead to lawsuits and/or more regulations on the sport!]

Christopher Johnson

2016-11-01 17:55:20 UTC

https://www.curriculet.com/news/bLvlJbealmdo-bomb-sniffing-elephants#high
An elephant has a sharp sense being able to sniff out bombs. Dogs have been known for their sharp smells with these types of situations and now it's an elephant as well. We should read this because it is interesting to know that not only a dog has a sharp nose, but an elephant as well. This is amazing but kind of useless because elephants are too big and will get found out immediately.

Danny Lee

2016-11-01 17:58:05 UTC

https://www.curriculet.com/news/N8Zw5pK29AJY-arctic-sea-ice#high
The polar ice caps in the north are melting at an alarming rate. Global climate change is eminent, and temperatures are gradually shifting towards extremes. [We should read this because climate change has the potential to eradicate numerous species on earth, and render our planet uninhabitable. If we ignore this issue, the future will be a very dark place for our children and theirs alike.]

Valentina Marquez

2016-11-09 12:56:54 UTC

ARTICLES TO USE!

ansley_deese — 2016-11-09 18:29:52 UTC

http://blog.curriculet.com/63-high-interest-articles-aligned-to-informational-text-standards-with-assessment/

Nate Karalexis

2016-11-09 18:33:02 UTC

It seems as though McDonald's thought it would be a good idea to give this 100 year old person free McDonald's for life. This topic interests me because I feel like if she was healthy enough to make it to 100, she shouldn't screw it up now with life time Micky D's. It's useful due to its interesting aspects and general lack of usefullness.

Da'meon SWilliams

2016-11-09 18:34:43 UTC

http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/09/sports/clemson-expects-deshaun-watson-and-others-to-depart-for-the-nfl.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fsports&action=click&contentCollection=sports®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=1&pgtype=sectionfront

Rumors are out that Dabo Swinney's for best athletes will declare for the next NFL draft. The thing is that they are all juniors. This article mainly caught my eye for the fact that I am realizing more athletes are not staying in college their four years, but instead are declaring for the NFL draft. In my opinion every athlete should stay all four years because there's no rush for the draft, however this isn't what they do now a days.

Cory shine

coeyshine — 2016-11-09 18:35:08 UTC

http://bgr.com/2016/11/08/iphone-8-rumors-wireless-charging-future-iphone/http://bgr.com/2016/11/08/iphone-8-rumors-wireless-charging-future-iphone/
It is a post describing how innovative the iPhone 8 and 8 plus will be. (I found it interesting because it will have a glass front and back connected by metal sides and Apple is trying to partner with a company that makes wireless charging, so your iphone can charge just by being 15 feet or closer to the base charger.)

Breyhanna Johnson

2016-11-09 18:37:34 UTC

http://www.livescience.com/56534-record-streak-record-breaking-hot-months.html
In this article, they talk about global warming and how 2015 was the hottest year recorded with 2016 following not to far behind. [ Others should read this article because it's keeping them informed about a major problem occurring in the world. Global warming effects the temperature, which cause us to have longer summers or longer periods of hotter weather. The ice in Earth's poles are melting which effects the habitats of animals living there. This is an important issue that everyone should know about.]

maria gonzalez

2016-11-09 18:38:52 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/08/health/conjoined-twins-surgical-team/index.html

a pair of twins were joined together at the head in New York & they had to go through a 27 hour surgery in Bronx. Dr. James Goodrich was the one who was able to solve the problem between the twins & was actually able to do before time. The surgery had a specific time range but the neurosurgeon was able to do it right at target. Even though the surgery was a success, the team felt like they got to a point where they could've lost one or both children. The director of the pediatric critical care unit was amazed to see both of the boys in the same room, but in different beds separated from each other. For a while the kids had minor health problems but nothing critical, according to Dr. Goodrich. Now the Mcdonald family lives a happy life with their kids.

Lourdes Ramirez

2016-11-09 18:48:20 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/07/world/australia-police-arrest-woman-with-koala-in-bag-trnd/index.html
This article was about a 50 year old woman from Brisbane, Australia who was arrested and found with a dehydrated baby koala zipped up in her bag. The koala was sent to Australia's Royal society for prevention of cruelty of animals. I felt that people needed to know this because it raised awareness on the protection of wildlife animals in the hand of normal citizens.

Lemaya Davis

2016-11-09 18:51:22 UTC

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-11-08/african-lion-mandela-dies-during-dental-surgery-at-perth-zoo/8005414
This article is fascinating because as you read you hear how this 14 year old male lion died from cardiac arrest due to a dental surgery. This showed me not only human experience or go through tragedies of death

Sarah Gonzalez

2016-11-09 20:00:02 UTC

https://consumerist.com/2016/11/04/everyone-relax-avocado-prices-are-expected-to-drop-soon/

Avocado Prices had been very high due to a shortage in Mid-October due to a strike from workers. A group of workers in Mexico were refusing to grow and pick Avocados. Gladly, the strike has ended and the supplies of avocados will not only return to normal, but will exceed before.

Melanie Meza

2016-11-10 01:16:51 UTC

http://www.treehugger.com/endangered-species/short-doc-trophy-reveals-senselessness-british-columbias-grizzly-bear-hunt.html

Grizzly bears are being hunted down from Trophy Hunters in British Columbia, Canada. The sad truth about the objective of killing the grizzly bears is for the fun of hunters and the bear's hide. Those who are from British Columbia are becoming worried that hunters might destroy the grizzly bear population. Many use the excuse that the grizzly bears are dangerous when they don't understand that they do not bother anyone as long as anyone does not bother them. Even though in the US they were able to have a big population thanks to Them being on the endangered animal species list, they are at risk at the moment they are removed from the list therefore hunters thinking it is okay to kill the innocent for the "thrill".

KamrynAshley

2016-11-10 15:31:11 UTC

http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/10/world/what-in-the-world/hong-kong-celebrity-tutors.html?ref=todayspaper&_r=0
In this article explains the importance of education through one standardized test . It shows how tutors in that region are more wanted than taking a picture with your favorite celebrity . This to me says that teenagers and younger ages really see the importance of passing this test and the progression of their future .

Jenny Cho

jennymaecho23 — 2016-11-10 16:02:23 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/03/health/kids-suicide-deaths-increase/index.html

The rate of death by suicide has nearly doubled among children and teens ranging from ages 10 and 14 since the year 2007. Most people think that suicide is an issue affecting teenagers, when, in reality, young children also struggle with thoughts of suicide. However, there are different reasons behind why an adolescent would take their life over a teen. This includes family issues at home while a teen may struggle over their outlook and social issues. In order to prevent this dramatics increase in suicide numbers, adults need to take action and tune into what kids and teens are going through and how they feel. This is one issue we tend to ignore; an issue that contributes to the number of adolescents that take their own life, simply because they are not heard. This is important to know because we can take more effort into consoling those who need it and prevent the number of suicides that occur.

2016-11-10 22:56:24 UTC

Jay Lokhorst

2016-11-10 23:01:27 UTC

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/climate-change-game-over-global-warming-climate-sensitivity-seven-degrees-a7407881.html
The world's temperatures are continuing to rise, and scientist believe that they could rise 7 degrees Celsius by 2100. This could lead to a dangerous environment and "game over" for our survival. [We should read this because it provides information on an important issue that is taking place now. Also, people need to be aware of these problems, and how important it is to start to fix them.]

Steven lopez

2016-11-11 13:35:34 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/10/world/dry-farming-eco-solutions/index.htmlhttp://www.cnn.com/2016/11/10/world/dry-farming-eco-solutions/index.html In this current even we can see that having a great Farming industry is key to be a successful organization. One of the major challenges we see here is that there isn't enough water to spared around there grapes. This can cause loss of profits and even shut down of there business. One of reasons why I choose to talk about this event is because I'm from California and that grapes are important to me.

King Gary

2016-11-11 13:45:53 UTC

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/boxing/article-3923782/Floyd-Mayweather-vs-Manny-Pacquiao-fight-75-percent-certain-says-promoter-Bob-Arum.html
Fighters Manny Pacquaio and Floyd Mayweather has every one talking about their next fight. By having the first fight be horrible due to Floyd fighting too defensively(running) and Manny fighting with a rotator cuff injury. Fans have been wanting them to go at it again while both of them are 100 percent. According to promoter Bob Arum, the fight will most likely happen again. Floyd won the last fight but Manny is definitely looking for his revenge. This articial is just what the fighting world wanted to know about. The two best boxers of this decade going back at it again. This is something I am looking forward to myself.

Anadelia Medina

2016-11-11 15:27:21 UTC

https://www.studentnewsdaily.com/daily-news-article/mcdonalds-sues-the-historic-city-of-florence/
Florence is one of Europe’s most popular tourism destinations, and the Piazza Del Duomo, where McDonald’s was hoping to set up its golden arches, is its most visited tourist site.When news broke that McDonald’s was planning on opening its tenth restaurant in the city, citizens sprung into action, with 24,000 Florentines signing a petition protesting the fast-food chain’s plans.Florence’s deputy head of tourism and economic development Giovanni Bettarini said, “It’s a not a blanket rejection of McDonald’s. It’s just a rejection of that specific project.” “But we cannot accept discriminatory regulations that damage the freedom of private initiative without helping anyone.”

Jorge Garduno

2016-11-11 16:11:43 UTC

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161107130137.htm

This article explains how blood can find in any person if they had a concussion. This demonstrates that doctors would be able to tell if some has or had a concussion at anytime of their life, thanks to a certain protein that's inside your blood .

Jose Garcia

2016-11-12 07:43:07 UTC

http://whdh.com/news/motorcycle-club-befriends-derry-n-h-boy-targeted-by-racism/
Seven year old Eze Stimson and his mom Jaci, have experienced racism through property damage and varied use of hurtful words in New Hampshire. These racist people would sometimes trash their home, due to the fact Jaci was white and Eze Stimson was mixed. Later, this motorcycle group comes to take Eze Stimson on a motorcycle ride and out for ice-cream to show that the community cares. This is both interesting and useful to read, because it shows you how that there can be good people in the world. Even though racism can never really disappear, there are some really kind people who have an amazing personality

Tina Chen

2016-11-19 14:38:36 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/09/health/paralyzed-monkeys-walking-brain-implant/index.html
Paralyzed monkeys are able to walk again after having a brain implant. This article is interesting because the fact that scientists and researchers are able to create something out o technology to unparalyze monkeys is incredible. This just goes to show how our technology has improved throughout the years.

Jabarri Tucker

2016-11-28 02:16:00 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/20/travel/cnnphotos-dead-sea-dying/
The Dead Sea is drying out! This is important because millions of people will be struggling in the Middle East because this body of water is a source of water for them and a source for mineral resources. This is interesting to read because the facts about the dying Dead Sea allows readers to understand what the people of Jordan and Israel are going through.

Charles Wall

2016-12-21 16:06:05 UTC

http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/19/europe/turkey-russian-ambassador-shot/
Russia's ambassador to Turkey was assassinated while at the opening of a new art exhibition at an Ankara art gallery. The significance of this event is the reasoning behind the assassination. It is believed that the gunman was motivated by Russia's involvement in the Middle East.