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Las Vegas: The Facts

On Oct. 1, 2017, 64-year-old Stephen Paddock opened fire on the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas, NV. The shooting left 58 people dead and an estimated 500 or more injured.

The Pixel 2

Last year, Google introduced their new smartphone line: Pixel, and they released the Pixel and Pixel XL at premium prices in hopes of competing in the high-end market.

Apparently Guns Are Worth More Than Human Life

Las Vegas is only the beginning of a long line of shootings. I predict that, in the near future, we’ll witness a far greater massacre that will impact more families, more children, and more Americans.

Lets consider the facts

First off though, my heart goes out to all of those affected by the tragedy in Las Vegas.

There are two important aspects to consider from this incident: we do not yet have a motive for why this horrible atrocity was committed, and what made this guy blend in with the general population so he was not flagged by any of the intelligence agencies?

Let’s Ban Nukes and War in General

I hope this year’s Nobel Peace Prize adds oomph to efforts to eliminate the threat of nuclear war—and war in general.

Catch me on the Sunny Side

Cafe Bene had been a familiar name and nice reminder of home for me, so the fact that I hadn’t gotten a chance to visit before it closed earlier this year had me in the slums.

How to be #Basic in Paris

If you’re somewhat into fashion, you’ve probably heard tales of the French “it” girl being sung from Vogue to Fashionista. How exactly do the women of Paris stay so chic while looking so effortless?

Jhene Aiko’s “Trip” is an Honest Look at Loss and Love

When Jhene Aiko surprise-dropped “Trip” in late September, many fans were unsure of what to expect.  In the past, Aiko had mostly stuck to an electronic-influenced, R&B and hip-hop style, releasing many collaborations, a solo album, and an album with rapper Big Sean as duo Twenty88.