Back in February of 2010 the McStay family disappeared, in Fallbrook California. Their disappearance was extensively reported on national news stations across the country. The family’s disappearance was a shock to the investigators because there was shown no evidence of struggle at their Fallbrook home. According to a news article from CNN, it states how […]
Offshore Oil Drilling
Bands and policies of offshore oil drilling have been placed or lifted throughout the U.S. presidencies. In 2008, President George W. Bush allowed a federal ban on new ocean drilling to expire. During Obama’s time in office he finalized a 5-Year Oil and Gas Leasing Program for 2017-2022 that protected the oceans from new ocean […]
Aaron Hernandez Trial
One of the biggest cases that was in the 21st century that shocked the sporting world was the Aaron Hernandez trial in 2013. The New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez was charged with first degree murder of Odin Lloyd. He was a well-known football star in the NFL, signing an extension that was worth […]
Fossil Fuels: Coal Mining
Fossil fuels are a non- renewable resource that contributes to about 80 percent of the earth’s energy. Examples of fossil fuels include coal, oil, and natural gas. According to national geographic, “When fossil fuels are burned, they release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, which in turn trap heat in our atmosphere, making them the primary […]
Water Pollution: Agricultural Practices
Humans throughout the years have had a negative impact on the environment. For instance, we have been cutting down trees and using cruel oil in cars for transportation, which affects the environment in a negative way. This civic issue can lead to mass migration and wars between people and nations. One specific environmental issue in […]
The Casey Anthony Trial
For this new passion blog, I will be talking about the most famous criminal cases from the 21st century. The first one I would like to talk about is the Casey Anthony case from 2011. Casey Anthony was accused of killing her two-year-old daughter in 2008. What was compelling to me about this case was […]
The Great Smoky Mountains
Despite having traveled to different countries and continents, there is nothing that compares to our annual family tradition of visiting the Great Smoky Mountains, or what we simply call “the Smokies”. Ever since I can remember, we always go up the mountains in the summer and during the holidays (either Christmas or Thanksgiving). […]
RCL 10: Group Contract
PANEL SPEECH CONTRACT Due: Friday, Nov. 22 CONTACT INFO. (Name, Phone Number, E-mail address you actually check): Member One: Morgan Evans, 4077059768, meevans523@yahoo.com Member Two: Charley Harris Member Three: Kristine Gutieriez Member Four: Abby Furlong Controversy: Global Climate Change Possible Meeting Times and Primary Method of Communication […]
Mexico
Mexico is much far beyond its beautiful beaches and natural attractions. Mexico is a beautifully diverse country that has everything a tourist on vacation is looking for– breathtaking beaches, remarkable food, and thrilling outdoor experiences if you know where to look. The country is also home to one of the seven wonders of the world. […]
Germany
Germany is a country of varying cultures and gastronomical experience. It is also a reminder of a long history of hatred and war. Frankfurt has its rich history dating from the Holy Roman Empire and its multicultural and diverse districts show the contrasts of the old and the new city. I view Hamburg […]