COVID-19 changed much about the world and about each of us. Many people experienced unprecedented loss of income, freedom, and worst of all loved ones. With the terrifying death count each day on the news, and the faceless world of masks as we tried to contain the spread, the pandemic was a time of fear and change.
But some of that change can be a force used for progress.
“The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on clinical trials, causing disruptions and challenges across the industry,” says Sasidhar Duggineni, a renowned life science expert who is currently serving as the Compliance Manager for a leading clinical research organization that provides services like clinical trials, laboratory services, and patient-centric solutions, to support t…
Introduction
Many people have always been fascinated with Freemasonry because of its reputation for secrecy. Its rituals, symbolism, and sense of community may appeal to people looking for a sense of belonging and fulfillment in life. Freemasonry has many drawbacks, but that’s true of every group. This article explores the various disadvantages of being a Freemason, focusing on those that tend to get less attention.
The Veil of Secrecy
The cloak of mystery that surrounds Freemasonry is one of its distinguishing features. While confidentiality is highly valued inside the group, it also presents certain problems. Historically, Freemasons have been had to keep their rites and activities secret due to the fear of …
Medicago sativa, most often known as alfalfa, is an exceptionally valuable crop. This nutrient-rich legume, known as the “Queen of Forages,” has been cultivated for generations. In this in-depth study, we will explore the world of alfalfa even further, delving into its intriguing history, careful cultivation, outstanding nutritional content, many applications, and crucial ecological relevance. So, let’s delve deeper and learn more about this incredible plant, often known as the “green gold” of farming.
A Brief History of Alfalfa
The Ancient Origins
The history of alfalfa may be traced back to ancient Persia, when it was first farmed for its feed value. The Persian name for the plant, &#…
Silver has been a popular metal for centuries, valued for its beauty, malleability, and versatility. In the jewelry industry, silver is often alloyed with other metals to enhance its durability, as pure silver is too soft for everyday use. Two common alloys are 925 silver and 935 silver, both of which contain high amounts of pure silver but differ slightly in composition and characteristics. In this article, we’ll explore these differences and help you decide which silver alloy is best for your needs.
What is 925 Silver
925 silver, also known as sterling silver, is a widely used silver alloy that contains 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper. This composition enhances the stren…
In the domain of medical services, hardly any callings expect as much accuracy, skill, and sympathy as that of a back surgeon. Entrusted with the complex obligation of reestablishing portability, easing torment, and working on the personal satisfaction of patients with spinal problems, a decent back surgeon has a novel mix of specialized abilities, clinical insight, and humane consideration.
Specialized Capability:
At the center of every great back surgeon lies a groundwork of specialized capability. The dominance of careful methods, exact physical information, and a sharp comprehension of spinal pathology are fundamental for exploring the intricacies of spine medical procedures. Whether playing out a routine discectomy or a mind-blowing spinal combination, a gifted …
Kristin Palitza
MTHATHA, South Africa, Dec 24 2008 (IPS) – Sonwabo Qathula puts on his apron and starts peeling a pile of butternuts, while a pot of rice boils on the stove next to him. The 50-year-old is preparing lunch for poor and orphaned children who attend a rural school in the Eastern Cape.
Qathula is one of a group of men breaking gender stereotypes and ea…
Katie Mattern
WASHINGTON, Jul 24 2009 (IPS) – On Friday, U.S. President Barack Obama announced his intention to sign the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), in what will be the U.S. s first signing of an international human rights treaty in over a decade.
Obama made the announcement at the 19th anniversary celebration of the passage of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) in Washington. Once he signs the treaty it will then go before the U.S. Senate for ratification so it can become a law.
The treaty is the fourth major international treaty signed by the U.S. and the first in this century. Obama plans to sign when he is at U.N. headquarters in New York next week.
Human rights groups across the U.S. and internationally are prai…
Mary Kiio
NAIROBI, Mar 19 2010 (IPS) – After torrential rains and floods claimed lives in Kenya s North Rift region, hundreds of displaced people are now in dire need of relief aid.
In Turkana, one of the worst affected areas, hundreds of homes have been washed away by floods or buried under landslides. Access to clean water and sanitation have become a major issue in the area, where the displaced have to relieve themselves in bushes.
My house was suddenly filled with water. My toilet was carried away, and also the vegetables, which I had planted on my farm, lamented Godfrey Chume, one of the displaced residents in the Turkana area.
The father of two said he gathered up his family members and quickly ran up a hill to be swept away by the torrents. My boys cam…
ATLANTA, Georgia, Jun 26 2012 (IPS) – Over the last several years, many U.S. states have quietly adopted laws decriminalising the possession of marijuana or legalising medical marijuana.
Now, a flurry of activity over the last few weeks appears to signal that perhaps like same-sex marriage marijuana policies have also reached a tipping point in the U.S.
On Jun. 1, Connecticut legalised medical marijuana, making it the seventeenth U.S. state, in addition to Washington, D.C., to do so.
On Jun. 12, Washington s government announced four dispensaries eligible to distribute medical marijuana in the nation s capital. While medical marijuana was already legal there, the dispensaries are new.
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DUBAI, Apr 1 2020 – Global crises need global solutions yet some adjustments will have to be made if the world has to adopt a multilateral approach toward tackling the Corona pandemic, a senior academic said on Tuesday, March 31.
Participating in an e-symposium organized by the think-tank, TRENDS Research Advisory, Prof. Yong Wang of the School of International Studies and Director, Center for International Political Economy at Peking University, said the G-20 has already taken an initiative and more such efforts are needed.
“We have our national interests but for facing challenges such as this we should work together,” he said. Prof. Wang was a panelist at the …