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LGBT Rights: Recent Developments and Setbacks

By Arleen Atienza | June 28th, 2018

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month is celebrated in June of every year in honor of the Stonewall riots in Manhattan that happened five decades ago, which was a pivotal event in the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. On June 28, 1969, the New York City police raided a gay club called Stonewall Inn, and this sparked a riot between the police and the patrons, as well as neighborhood residents, as the police roughly dragged employees and customers out of the bar. This led.

Injuries while Traveling Abroad

By Arleen Atienza | June 26th, 2018

Whether it is a month-long backpacking tour in Europe or a 12-day trip in Japan, what we mostly have in mind when planning a trip are the itinerary, budget, and the checklist of things to bring. However, what most people usually overlook is preparing for possible injuries and untoward incidents while traveling. It may seem like a bit of a buzzkill to think about accidents while planning a trip, but it doesn’t hurt to be prepared. Below are some of the most common injuries while traveling: Traffic Accidents..

Have we finally found the way to stop drunk driving?

By Arleen Atienza | June 26th, 2018

Drunk driving or driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the leading causes of car crashes and road accidents. In 2016, 10,497 people died in drunk driving crashes that involved a driver with an illegal blood-alcohol concentration (BAC), which would be .08 or greater (NHTSA). According to the CDC, 29 people die in the United States every day due to drunk driving. In 2016, over a million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. With the accelerated rise of smarter and safer.

Cycling: Benefits, Risks, Tips for Injury Claims

By Arleen Atienza | June 26th, 2018

One of the first skills most children learn is how to ride a bike. Countless hours of enjoyment amid scrapes and bruises easily form some of our more unforgettable memories. Nowadays, however, biking is more than just for fun. Benefits and Risks We have touched on the increasing popularity of biking in the recent years in our previous article. Biking to work, a form of active commuting, can be economical. It can help you save on fuel and vehicle maintenance expenditures which on average can cost over $8,000.

Auto Industry and Insurance: Where is Tesla driving them to?

By Arleen Atienza | June 22nd, 2018

Tesla Technology has hastened the progress of the auto industry in terms of innovation. It urged and accelerated the automotive industry’s shift from gasoline and hybrid engine to electric and autonomous driving by spearheading the revolution. Tesla is not just changing the auto industry; it is forcing it to change rapidly. How exactly is Tesla changing the auto industry for good? With its introduction of the Autopilot, other auto companies, especially the luxury ones, have come up with features that resemble the autopilot feature. Since its first appearance,.

Cryptocurrency: What are your options?

By Arleen Atienza | June 20th, 2018

Since its development in 2009, cryptocurrency has been in the financial space as both a threat and an innovation to the business and economic scene. Budget investors have been swayed by the virtual monetary device that offers anonymity, easy international transactions, and feasibility as an investment instrument. Its familiarity has bred numerous investors in the market. Their rising number has now been converted to the increased value of crypto coins and the addition of shops that credit virtual currency as payment. Top Cryptocurrencies Websites such as CoinMarketCap track.

US Gun Law: Recent Developments

By Arleen Atienza | June 20th, 2018

Gun laws are no doubt a controversial and divisive topic in the United States. While gun ownership continues to be a constitutionally protected right under the 2nd Amendment in the Bill of Rights, the increase in gun-related deaths in recent years has caused major concern regarding public safety. The recent high school mass shootings in Florida and Texas are latest examples of gun-related violence, which continues to cast fears among the public. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 96 people die due to firearms on.

Messenger Kids: A child-focused experience?

By Arleen Atienza | June 19th, 2018

Facebook has recently launched an extension of the Messenger application, which caters to children aged 6 to 12 years old — Messenger Kids. Its introduction garnered mixed reviews and debates about its age-appropriateness. The company describes Messenger Kids as a “free video calling and messaging app designed for kids to connect with close friends and family” on their devices. Facebook claims that the Messenger Kids app has a controlled social media environment for children since parents have full control over their kids’ contact list. Moreover, creating a Messenger.

What to Know about Bike Insurance

By Arleen Atienza | June 19th, 2018

Today, cycling has been a popular means of transportation for its economic and health benefits. The number of bikers in the United States has significantly increased over the years and around 66.5 million Americans rode their bicycles in 2016. Bikes can be expensive. While there are those in the low-cost range of $80 to $300, high-end bikes can cost a consumer about $1000 to $5000. For this reason, cyclists are very much interested in ensuring them against theft or loss, or when they hurt somebody while riding their.

Facebook and Cambridge Analytica: Quick Facts

By Arleen Atienza | June 14th, 2018

For the past few weeks, we have been seeing headlines regarding Facebook and Cambridge Analytica, and you might be wondering what the fuss is all about. The details can be intimidating and make it hard for most people to fully understand what really went on and how it affects Facebook users, which comprise a third of the world population. The following bits of information might help you have a better grasp of what happened and what it means for us users. Cambridge Analytica Cambridge Analytica is a political.

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