Black athletes, including Naomi Osaka (pictured above at the Australian Open in Melbourne) face discrimination in sports. Photo retrieved from Reuters, taken by Loren Elliott. While sports can be a unifying force for many people, they can be a traumatizing experience for others. Over the years, micro-aggressions in sports have become more noticeable against members of … [Read more...] about Covert Bias and Discrimination: Micro-aggressions in Sports
Rasta, Reggae and Remedy: Cannabis in Jamaican Culture
Cannabis has a deeply rooted history in Jamaican culture. Photo credit: Envato. In Jamaica, many are commonly seen kneading herb in the palms of their hands, and smoking weed. It is a way of life. However, law enforcement pinned down, manhandled, verbally abused and arrested cannabis users simply for smoking weed on the street corner. Although Jamaica does produce … [Read more...] about Rasta, Reggae and Remedy: Cannabis in Jamaican Culture
Infused Summer Skincare: 3 CBD Sunscreens That Soothe and Protect
Spyder SPF 50 CBD Sunscreen. Photo credit: CBD Universe. As CBD products become more popular, people are starting to utilize them for their various health benefits and skin care is no different. In fact, many laud CBD-infused sunscreens for their abilities to protect and heal the skin; thanks to their high level of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Why … [Read more...] about Infused Summer Skincare: 3 CBD Sunscreens That Soothe and Protect
Bravo’s Shahs of Sunset Star Co-Launches CBD Company, Au Santè
Mike Shouhed is the Bravo TV star who's one of the latest celebrities to get into the CBD Business. Photo credit: Picuki. Pure, Premium and Effective is the message that Au Santè, a Beverly Hills-based CBD company has been echoing since its launch in 2019. Derived from the minds of Mike Shouhed and Ted Dhanik, this company providing their full-spectrum CBD-infused products … [Read more...] about Bravo’s Shahs of Sunset Star Co-Launches CBD Company, Au Santè
Democrats aim to Decriminalize all Drugs, Reduce Prison Overcrowding
The Drug Policy Reform Act (DRPA) could consequently reduce prison overcrowding. Photo credit: Envato. In the political arena, the War on Drugs has been an uphill battle after its declaration by former President Richard Nixon in 1971. This year, however, Democrat legislators are hoping to deconstruct federal drug policies. To mark the 50th anniversary since Nixon’s … [Read more...] about Democrats aim to Decriminalize all Drugs, Reduce Prison Overcrowding