Battling What We Can Battle: Lighter Winds Aid Crews Fighting Caldor Fire Raging Near Lake Tahoe
After days of battling the massive Caldor fire intensified by fierce wind gusts, the firefighter crew was in for relief due to better weather conditions on Thursday, 2nd September. According to incident meteorologist Jim Dudley, while localized gusts were still likely, the light wind and higher humidity levels on Thursday and Friday allowed the crew […]
South Carolina Ranks Worst for Roads in the U.S.
A very recent Consumer Affairs study lists out South Carolina as the state with the worst roads in America. The extensive study took different factors into consideration before listing out these rankings to the quality of roads across the United States. These factors include: · Road deaths per mile · Budget allocated and spent per […]
6 Best Santa Maria Bike Trails For Every Skill Level
With stunning beaches, vibrant vineyards, and picturesque landscapes, Santa Maria is no less than a paradise for travelers. And the best way to discover the beautiful secrets of the location is on a bike. Santa Maria has numerous trails that are sure to live up to your expectations. From easy, casual rides with family or […]
Most Dangerous Roads In California
A recent report based on the data collected using the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System suggests that six highways in California belong to the top 50 most dangerous roads prone to car accidents in the entire United States of America. Here are the 5 most dangerous roads in California. 1. I-5 Fatal Corridor This road […]
30 Years After a Landmark Disability Law, the Fight for Access and Equality Continues
Thirty years ago, on the 26th of July, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – the civil rights legislation was signed. As per this law, schools and workplaces should have ramps, elevators, designated parking spots, and curb cuts. This is to help people with a range of disabilities, including the ones who are blind […]
Caitlyn Jenner Criticized for Opposing Trans Girls in Sports Amid Run for California Governor
Shortly after Caitlyn announced her entry into the run for the Governor of California, she made a controversial comment opposing the participation of trans girls in sports. The television star is currently facing a massive backlash for the comment, and netizens are severely criticizing her, attributing it to her rich and elitist status in society. […]
How To Help Your Pet Readjust As The Pandemic Is Nearing The End
As the pandemic hit humankind, the most thrilled was, of course, their pets. The dogs were quite excited that they got to spend a lot of quality time with their owner and got pampered all day long. But as many countries started lifting off the Covid restrictions, dogs weren’t happy anymore. Kelly Hartog, a journalist […]
No Masks Required
Even when the threat of the Covid-19 virus prevails, the five U.S. states – Texas, Mississippi, Iowa, Montana, and North Dakota, decided to drop their mask mandates soon. The states would join the other 11 states that didn’t make the masks mandate. The 11 states are Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South […]
What is The #MeToo Movement All About?
“Tell your story. Shout it. Write it. Whisper it if you have to. But tell it. Some won’t understand it, and some will outright reject it. But many will thank you for it. And then the most magical thing will happen. One by one, voices will start whispering, ‘Me, too.’ And your tribe will gather. […]
Newsom’s Example For Californians
Last week, California Governor Gavin Newsom attended a birthday party for fellow political advisor Jason Kinney. While this statement would sound completely normal had the world not been reeling under a pandemic, in the current scenario it comes across as careless on part of the governor and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom. What is even […]