The Christmas we know today is the product of countless twists and turns throughout history. What was this beloved holiday before presents, cookies, and family? Well, the centuries of history might surprise you. The earliest known Christmas celebration was in Rome, in the year 336 CE. Emperor Nero, the first of Rome’s Christian emperors, began…
The holiday spirit fills the December air with a magical aura. One of these holidays is the Jewish Festival of Lights, Hanukkah (also spelled Chanukah). The eight-day holiday fills the minds of million of Jews at this time of year. The dates changes every year because it is based on the Hebrew calendar, but in…
When pictures are taken right they can instantly make jaws drop. Perhaps a picture is of something people see every single day, but the photographer worked their genius taking the picture from the right angle. Maybe they wanted to highlight something that stood out to them. Photographers also often edit the picture to exaggerate certain…
Choosing to be hit by sweaty, muscular men comes with many dangers. According to NFL Player Health & Safety, there were at total of 402 injuries during the 2018 NFL season, 214 of which were concussions. Football must become a safer sport. Concussions account for the most football injuries, but others include leg injuries such…
NCAA players are remarkable athletes and diligent workers, but do they receive the [incentive] that their abilities warrant? NCAA viewers have pushed for athletes to be paid for the entertainment they provide, as well as the substantial recognition the earn some colleges. Coaches also have a big impact on a team’s performance, and they are…
A lack of affordable living, rising unemployment rate, and lack of assistance for people with mental illness or substance abuse is currently causing over 5,000 homeless people to populate the streets of Las Vegas, Nevada. Despite this, the way that the government is handling it has become more controversial than the actual matter at hand…
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