Viewpoints

Soccer: The King of Sports

Who has never heard of soccer? Almost everyone who lives in this century has seen or heard of this sport where two teams of 11 players each compete to put the ball in the opponent's goal.

A New Reserve Currency?

Could the Euro, Yuan, Bitcoin or some new currency we've never even heard of become the next "world reserve currency?" Who decided that the US Dollars would be the reserve currency anyways and what does it actually do in that role?

Post-Modernism: Marxism in Disguise

In our previous viewpoint, 'The History of the Marxist Theory', we discussed the ideologies of Karl Marx that eventually gave rise to the theory of communism, a flawed theory that supposes society as an economic class struggle.

Develop a Family Disaster Plan

Are you prepared for an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, ice storm, power outage, flood, or even a terrorist attack either forcing you out of your home or to remain at home without power or water? Do you have a family disaster plan?

The Flip Side of Pride

We all adhere to a certain set of values and have opinions about a wide variety of subjects. But do we consider the way in which we express these?

Hollywood and Gun Violence

The frequency of mass shootings in the United States has increased dramatically in recent years, during the same period of time in which depictions of gun violence in the movies have also increased.

The Mental Health Crisis of Our Youth

Salvador Ramos, an 18-year-old in Uvalde Texas, entered Robb Elementary school on May 24, 2022 and opened fire killing at least 19 children – children averaging 10 years of age and two teachers.

Leaders of Confusion

Today, many express grave concerns about the directions their nations are heading in. They see leaders make puzzling decisions that fly in the face of common sense.

Where Did Carnival Come From?

Carnival is celebrated each year in more than 50 countries. Fireworks pierce the night sky and the sound of soca or samba music fills the air. Colourful costumes adorn attendants as they dance and revel in their festivities.