Author: brego
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We are Poisoned: America’s Fentanyl Crisis
Documentary Review: Poisoned by ABC News The ABC News segment Poisoned is an eye-opening and deeply unsettling exposé that delves into the dangerous realities of drug safety, public health, and systemic injustice. By the time the credits rolled, I was left with a lingering sense of dread about substances many take for granted—whether over-the-counter…
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Justin Bieber’s Medical Condition: Triggers Memories and a Lesson Learned in 5th Grade
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] by Edmund J. Janas, II I was in the 5th grade when I had Mr. Farr as my teacher. Mr. Farr came across as a kindly gentle man, almost a Mr. Rogers type. Not a mean…
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I think I might know Perseverance Woman
It’s interesting how our lives intersect. In 1992, I worked for Harvard University in Harvard Yard. I worked at the Fogg and Widener, and when I wasn’t there, I spent all my time at the Harvard Science Lab. That was a perfect triangle of technology, art and books, and in the middle was Harvard Yard,…
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A Grandmother’s Love is Not Limited by Circumstances
A Summer Tradition: Rice Pudding and Resilience By Edmund J. Janas, II I have my very own family tradition which I don’t believe anyone else in my extended family has. It comes from my childhood in the projects of Utica, NY…of all places. Times were tough then. I realize it may seem strange for a…
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Perception vs. Reality: What Matters More?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BL9uRJpTqY In today’s society, perception often overshadows reality. The words we speak and how we are perceived frequently seem to hold more weight than our true beliefs, past actions, credentials, or even the essence of our character. This cultural shift places an outsized emphasis on optics, reducing individuals to fleeting impressions rather than appreciating…
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Why I’m looking forward to seeing ‘Good Luck to You, Leo Grande
I really do want to see Good Luck to You, Leo Grande, even though it’s clearly a film geared towards females. I think #LeoGrande stands the chance of being interesting because it’s nice to see POC getting a positive representation of their sexuality on the big screen. I do have my reservations, and I certainly…
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China “Eye of Heaven” May Have Found an Signal from Intelligent Alien Life!
https://www.youtube.com/embed/dPWmdcAKSFA!– wp:paragraph –> Do aliens exist? China seems to think so! They recently announced that they may have detected signals from alien civilizations. This is big news and has everyone talking! Rumors are coming out of China that Skyeye has spotted a strong candidate for Intelligent alien life. Seems interesting. Could be noise from Earth,…
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Get ready for AI’s impact! Elon Musk has a surprisingly balanced viewpoint.
I have a foolproof way of spotting AI from Humans. Humans are dumb, just give them a few minutes. I have a foolproof way of spotting AI from Humans. Humans are dumb, just give them a few minutes. I’m gonna do a hard pass on Elon’s tampering with brains. I mean…why? Well, what could go…
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Severing Ties with Family is Hard, But Sometimes Necessary
Most people who are estranged from their families did not make the decision lightly. For many, it was a decision that was forced upon them because of the toxic and abusive environment they were raised in. If you are in this situation, you are not alone.There are many people who have been estranged from their…
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Why Do I Hoard Barbasol Shaving Cream, Cardboard Boxes and Charger Cables?
Do you ever find yourself buying, creating, or repeating things for no reason? Me too. Maybe you have 14 tax folders or a lifetime supply of Barbasol shaving cream even though you only shave once a month. Maybe you have a room dedicated to obsolete cables and chargers, or you fill your house with empty…