Print Interview The announcement of the Covid-19 outbreak as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) has seen various countries across the globe adjusting their daily activities. One of the critical measures outlined in the fight against the disease is the avoidance of public crowds and ensuring social distance among people (MacIntyre, 2020). To achieve this, many countries have resorted to shutting down learning institutions and operations of towns that are crowded with people. The shutdown of cities is forcing many people to adjust their lifestyles. While some have decided to keep themselves quarantined in the closed urban towns, others have decided to travel to the rural areas. The movement has aroused some controversial debates in line with the call for individual responsibility in the fight against the pandemic. The discussion in this article reports a telephone interview with a Mayor of one of the shutdown cities in the country. The story is for listeners of my radio station whom I keep updated on the pandemic and the practical measures to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. The mayor…
Ecotour vacation at Tijuca National Park An ecosystem I would like to visit Ecotour vacation is an essential activity that I should recommend people to participate in at least one time a year. In my view, the best country to visit via an ecotour vacation in Brazil. In that regard, I would select the Tijuca National Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as my eco-tour vacation site (Gámez et al., 2019). The central reason for selecting Tijuca National Park is a beautiful landscape that provided a variety of activities to someone who likes nature. Besides, I select this site because it provides a beautiful view of the forest towards the summit of the Tijuca peak. Habitats, Plants, and animals at Tijuca National Park The general habitats in Tijuca National Part are characterized by a variety of plantations, animals, and physical features. Besides, Tijuca National Park has the summit of the Tijuca Mountain as the highest point. Thus, I will cross urban forests by car to observe different animal and plant species. In terms of plant species, I will encounter about 67…
Nature of the Guerrilla War in Colombia and how it ended For a long time now, Colombia has endured the longest-running civil war in the Western Hemisphere. This conflict began in 1964 when two Guerrilla movements were created, even though violence in the country had started long before. Confrontation among guerrilla, paramilitary and government forces have led to many people dying, and the rule of law in Colombia has become weak as a result. Different political, economic, and social problems that originated from uneven development, imbalanced gains, and an increasing perception that benefits of higher income were not broadly shared continue to ail the country. However, the economy of Colombia has grown despite the constant violence fed by guerrilla insurgencies and drug trafficking. On the other hand, according to an article published by the International Center for Transitional Justice, “the shifting boundaries between drug trafficking and political crimes, and the increased official emphasis on counterterrorism, pose difficult challenges for people seeking accountability for past abuses and respect for human rights.”[1] The war ended in 2016 after a peace process…
Civil Emergency Responses In the event of a civil emergency or a large scale incident like man-made and natural disasters, the American government has put in place several measures to respond to the scene immediately. One of the set measures is defense support of civil authorities (DSCA). This protocol involves reinforcing the undertakings of civil authorities by the use of military forces and personnel. This strategic measure was used during Hurricane Sandy’s catastrophe, and the military forces performed several capabilities. The Air force army played a significant role in the category three hurricane. Foremost, helicopters were used to create awareness and assessment. Rotary wing aircrafts for search and rescue operations. C-5 and C-17 aircraft, which transported over 300 medical experts to care for at-risk individuals. Also, the two carriers helped in the moving of 120 persons into New York from areas like Columbus, Ohio, and Dallas-Fort Worth. The airlift aircraft moved vehicles for power restoration and the additional equipment. In the context of Hurricane Sandy, there was a philosophical conflict in the use of military support. The first responders…
Climate Concerns The effects that climatologists had predicted in the past about climate concerns have now become a reality. Climate change has now become a reality today. Furthermore, the observable effects on the environment are now evidenced, especially in the area I am currently living in, Miami. Glaciers are shrinking, rivers and lakes are breaking up, sea levels are reducing, and farming activities are almost coming to a halt, all because of global warming. The above are the major serious concerns posed by climate change in my area of residence. People are continuing to burn charcoal as an alternative source of energy, using poor methods of farming like excessive use of fertilizer, and we have started feeling the effect of these activities on our environment. Would I become a climate refugee? Yes. There is a possibility that if climate concerns are not addressed in my area, we will finally become climate refugees. I consider global warming a serious problem, a second to the threat of nuclear war, and it could potentially ruin our way of life and the world as…
Covid-19: Trump and Erdogan call for ceasefire in Syria and Libya The Presidents of the United States and Turkey agreed today, in telephone contact, on the “importance” for countries in conflict, such as Syria and Libya, “to adhere to a ceasefire” in a period of global health crisis. “Presidents [ US Donald] Trump and [Turkey Recep Tayyip ] Erdogan agree that it is more important than ever that countries in conflict, in particular Syria and Libya, adhere to a ceasefire and work on a solution, “the US government said in a statement. “The two leaders agreed to work together and in good coordination on the international campaign to beat the virus and support the world economy,” continued the White House. Trump and Erdogan called on Syria and Russia a month ago to “stop” their military offensive in the Idlib region . In recent days, due to the covid -19 pandemic and after a call for a global ceasefire issued by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, an end to hostilities in the Philippines, Cameroon, Yemen and Syria has been suggested…
Covid-19: Trump and Erdogan call for ceasefire in Syria and LibyaCovid-19: Trump and Erdogan call for ceasefire in Syria and Libya The Presidents of the United States and Turkey agreed today, in telephone contact, on the “importance” for countries in conflict, such as Syria and Libya, “to adhere to a ceasefire” in a period of global health crisis. “Presidents [ US Donald] Trump and [Turkey Recep Tayyip ] Erdogan agree that it is more important than ever that countries in conflict, in particular Syria and Libya, adhere to a ceasefire and work on a solution, “the US government said in a statement. “The two leaders agreed to work together and in good coordination on the international campaign to beat the virus and support the world economy,” continued the White House. Trump and Erdogan called on Syria and Russia a month ago to “stop” their military offensive in the Idlib region . In recent days, due to the covid -19 pandemic and after a call for a global ceasefire issued by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, an end to hostilities…
Camelback Mountain Trail through Echo Canyon Overview Trail features Dogs – prohibited Fees- no charges Kids – not advisable to be involved Route – out and back Users –hikers and mountain climbers Surface – it’s dirty and rocky Difficulty- advanced Hikers widely know camelback mountain trail. To reach to the top of Camelback Mountain, one covers approximately 2.7ft. The mountain is accessible through two routes. However, the Echo canyon is mostly used because you easily ascend 1400 foot up from the western side of the mountainside in just over a mile. An Uber will be appropriate to arrive at Echo Canyon Park. On the weekends, the parking lot is usually full, and parking within the surrounding neighbourhood attracts parking costs due to a ticket that is always needed. While hiking on Camelback Mountain, helicopter services are offered in case of any unexpected painful occurrence. The hikers can also easily trek to the saddle compared to the rest of the trail. Around the camelback mountain, you will encounter squirrels as well as lizards. Additionally, Palo Verde trees, ocotillo, and barrel cactus…
Information to Finding an Animal Hospital Keeping a pet comes with its challenges. This is because they also need medical care for better health. If you have an animal in your home, you must make sure that you have contacts from a well-known animal hospital. It is good always to take your pet to be checked of any disease. There are so many health conditions that affect animals, and you may not know if you are not a professional. And because of this, you always need to take your pet to a specialist to be checked for any disease. Some animal diseases do not show at the early stages, and that is why visiting a veterinary frequently comes with its benefits. If you visit the best animal hospital, you are sure that your pet will be diagnosed with any mental condition, physical condition, age, and any other health requirement. With the right animal hospital, you will also be taught how to take care of your pet in a healthier way. You w0ill also be taught more on nutritional value and…
You were warned of an impending risk Have this thought in mind. You were warned of an impending risk, say a fire accident. You were told that all you needed to do to ensure that you don’t catch fire is to stay in a safe distance to avoid static energy that may ignite the fire. What would you do? Perhaps you would avoid contact. Would it mean not enjoying that random chat with a friend? No. we are currently presented with such a situation in the name of the Covid 19. And I am here to tell you how we can overcome this situation by choosing to keep a safe distance. I have recently been thinking about simple roles that we can play that would help us evade disaster at a time of adversity as this one. I have learned through observation of how social distancing is beneficial to the world. Significantly, social distancing has several advantages that are likely to be overlooked because of stubbornness and ignorance, which are elements in human nature. Let’s start with the problem at…