Mexico’s naked Zapata painting causes protests
From BBC Protesters stormed the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City on Tuesday over a painting showing revolutionary hero Emiliano Zapata striking an unconventional pose. They shouted “burn it, burn it”, arguing that the painting, which shows Zapata in…
US: High cost of diabetes drugs driving people to black market
From Newsmax Skyrocketing prices and insurance limits are driving many people with diabetes to seek medications and supplies from an underground supply chain, a new study found. “The cost of insulin, which is required in type 1 diabetes and a…
Study: Aspirin more helpful against migraines than realized
From Newsmax A cheap, century-old drug in most Americans’ medicine cabinets — aspirin — may come to the rescue for people suffering from migraines, a new study finds. While there are effective prescription medications, many migraine patients in the United…
Off-The-Grid Destinations
Welcome the New Year in These Off-The-Grid Destinations Welcome the New Year the best way possible and discover destinations that offer both peace and adventure for all kinds of travelers. Whether you are visiting the alpacas in Peru, discovering the…
Baptizing child of early enslaved Africans helped tie Episcopal Church to slavery’s legacy
By Mary Frances Schjonberg From ENS [Episcopal News Service] Following this year’s commemorations of the 1619 arrival of enslaved Africans to the Jamestown colony, there is at least one anniversary to come that is worth remembering for how it ties The…
OECS companies participate in the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum in Miami
From OECS-Chamber of Commerce of Martinique Wednesday, December 11, 2019 — Three companies from the Eastern Caribbean participated in the 11th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) which took place in Miami, Florida, from October 16-18, 2019. The mission was part of…
Are top publishers the next big players in hyperlocal news?
By Chaymae Samir From Reuters Community Studies and articles on hyperlocal news outlets are full of examples of underperforming business models and failed ventures. Looking today at what was once named ‘’the future of journalism’’ and knowing what we now know,…
Change-makers, leaders, and influencers: Zeit online’s festival champions the young
Z2X festival has proved a hit for community and engagement By Sahar Amer From Reuters Community Experiential events have proven to be both lucrative and successful in attracting younger audiences. But how can publishers also engage with young people in a meaningful…
REPORT: What if scale breaks community?
Rebooting Audience Engagement When Journalism is Under Fire By Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism Discussing how digital news media navigates the conundrum of audience retention and engagement, this report examines the context in which news organisations operate and…
Hot chocolate and ice skating: enjoy the benefits of CNG on your Christmas holiday roadtrip
A 2,611 kilometre road trip through four European countries in a cost-saving,compressed natural gas Arona TGI Christmas markets in France and Switzerland, white truffle in northern Italy and a dip in 37 °C hot springs in the Eastern Pyrenees €120.12 spent on…