US Sheriffs Urge Citizens To Buy Guns

US Sheriffs Urge Citizens To Buy Guns

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/12/us/sheriffs-urge-citizens-buy-guns/index.html

With the recent terrorist attacks, (Paris, Colorado Springs, and San Bernardino) sheriffs around the country are calling on citizens to arm themselves. In Brevard County, Florida, Sheriff Wayne Ivey was one of the first to post a video on Facebook with a message saying, "the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun, is a good guy with a gun." He repeatedly cautioned against vigilante justice. He made sure that gun owners knew that he wanted them to engage anyone who threatens harm through terrorism or mass killings. He is confident that responsible gun owners with concealed weapons permits will partner with them in stopping an active shooter before the police arrive on the scene. "We want you to be prepared to defend yourself, to protect you and your family," he said. This video has been viewed by more than 4 million people. Marion County Sheriff Chris Blair also decided to post a video with a similar message. Many other sheriffs are giving out statements about this. They all think that it is a good idea.

I think that this is a great idea. It is our right to own a gun. If we are able to protect ourselves and our family from treats such as terrorism or mass attacks, I think that we should. These sheriffs are trying to make the United States a lot safer for the citizens, but they are asking for our help too. They understand that they can't do it alone, so they are asking for help. I believe that anybody who is responsible enough to have a gun, should carry one on them at all times. You never know when something will happen. 

Jimmy Carter is Cancer Free

Miracle or Science? 

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/06/health/jimmy-carter-cancer-doctor-interview/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool&iref=obnetwork

Former president, Jimmy Carter announced to his Sunday school class at Maranatha Baptist Church that he is cancer free. In August, Carter announced that he had a deadly form of skin cancer in his liver and his brain. He was treated via surgery, radiation and a new form of immunotherapy. Carter stated, "My most recent MRI brain scan did not reveal any signs of the original cancer spots nor any new ones. I will continue to receive regular three-week immunotherapy treatments of pembrolizumab." 

I think that this is important because, first off, the technology that they used was really important. I think that we could use this for a lot of different types of cancers. Also it's important because Jimmy Carter was a former president, he is a part of our history. 

Portraits Hidden Under Mona Lisa

"Mona Lisa": Hidden Portraits Found Underneath

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/08/world/mona-lisa-hidden-portrait/index.html

A french scientist, Pascal Cotte, says that he has revealed three hidden paintings beneath the surface of Leonardo de Vinci's Mona Lisa. One of the paintings could most likely be the real portrait of Lisa del Giocondo, the woman who is thought to be the subject of the painting. The hidden picture shows a woman looking into the distance. The scientist used a multispectral camera to project intense lights on the painting while measuring the reflections. This helps expose what happened between the paint layers. 

I think that this is really important. First off, the scientist used a new type of technology to find the paint layers. I think that that is very important because now, with this new technology, we can look at other famous paintings and see what the artist did before they created their masterpiece. I think that this is really interesting because it's a part of our history. The Mona Lisa is a very well known piece and it's also very poetical. I think that with there being more portraits underneath, we can figure out why De Vinci actually painted her. It gives the painting a whole new outlook. I think that it's wonderful. 

NASA Releases Clearest Images of Pluto

NASA Releases Clearest Images of Pluto

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/05/world/nasa-pluto-images/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool&iref=obnetwork

NASA released black and white photographs of the clearest close-ups of Pluto's surface that we will be able to see for decades. The images were taken by NASA's New Horizons spacecraft. The pictures show craters, mountains and glacial terrain. The images stretch from Pluto's horizon (about 800 kilometers northwest of Sputnik Planum) across the al-ldrisi mountains, over the shoreline of Sputnik and across its icy plains. New Horizons flew by Pluto in July of 2015. 

I think that this is really important, because even though Pluto isn't a planet anymore, we are still researching it and trying to figure out how it works compared to the Earth. I think that it is important to be up to date with our solar system because there is so much out there that we haven't discovered yet. It's very interesting to learn about the new things that they find in outer space. 

Cambodia HIV Outbreak

Unlicensed Cambodian Doctor Jailed For Mass HIV Outbreak

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/03/asia/cambodia-hiv-outbreak-doctor-sentenced/index.html

An Cambodian doctor, who is unlicensed, has been put in jail for 25 years after being convicted of infecting more than 100 people with the HIV virus. His name is Yem Chroeum was found guilty of infecting people in northwestern Battambang province with HIV by reusing dirty needles. This case has highlighted a problem in rural parts of Cambodia, where unlicensed doctors are the only option for medical care. Almost 4,000 illegal health-service providers are operating in Cambodia. UNAIDS estimates that there are 76,000 people living with HIV in Cambodia. 

I think that this is important because there has been a lot more talk about the HIV virus. It's not just a problem in the United States, it's a problem in the entire world. There are countries, like Cambodia, that can't help the people because they don't have the proper licensed doctors there. I think that we should send doctors over to those countries and try to help. This way we can lower the rate of infections and help fight aids. Also, we need to make sure that we do everything we can do to keep the HIV virus under control. 

U.S. Marine Found Guilty of Killing A Transgender Woman In Philippines

U.S. Marine Found Guilty of Killing A Transgender Woman In Philippines

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/01/asia/philippines-us-marine-transgender-killing/index.html

A Marine from the United States was found guilty of strangling a transgender in the Philippines. The court in Olongapo sentenced Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pamberton up to 12 years in prison. The naked body of Jeffrey Laude, otherwise known as Jennifer, was found with her head in a toilet in a hotel room after midnight in October 2014. Witnesses told the police that the two were seen together at a disco club before they checked into a hotel room for the night. Later on that night, he was identified as Laude's companion that night. Pamberton told the police that he had choked her, but later tried to revive her. He stated that he had become angry with Laude when he found out that she had male genitalia. The court ordered him to be temporarily detained at the New Bilibid Prison. 

I think that this is important because there are a lot of people in our world who are transgender or somewhere along those lines. I think that what Pamberton was very wrong of him to do so, but I can understand why he would get angry. Laude didn't tell him that she had male genitalia, which was very wrong to do so. I think that this will happen a lot for the years to come because there are people who are against transgender. Some people will kill or harm a transgender person just because they're transgender. It's wrong, but that's what happens. I think that we need to fix this. We have already legalized marriage equality in the nation, but I think that we need to take it a step further. 

Virunga Park Gorillas Conservation

Can clean energy save the gorillas of Virunga National Park? 

http://www.cnn.com/2015/12/01/africa/virunga-park-gorillas-conservation/index.html

Virunga National Park is in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The mountain gorillas found here share 98% of their DNA with humans. A common cold could have consequences for this troop of gorillas. There are only about 800 of these gorillas left in the wild. There are people here who will hunt and kill some of the gorillas. In 2007, four were killed. This caused a world-wide reaction and the Congolese authorities felt the pressure to make a change. The Matebe hydroelectric plant is being planted for the gorillas so it can bring sustainable energy to the region for the first time. 

I think that this is important because there are a lot of animals in our world that are going extinct and we can't do much to help them. But finding a plant that can help bring back energy to the regions that those animals are going extinct, we can start saving the animals. Animals are very important to our world. 

Is one solution to global warming eating more bugs?

I think that it would be a good idea, because it could cause less pollution. I especially like the idea that they created a cricket flour that you could use in almost everything. I think that I would try it, as long as I can't taste the difference. I don't think that you would taste the difference though because adding a bunch of different ingredients would make the taste go away. I think that it would be a great idea. 

Should the United States stop selling Fugu?

I think that it should not be allowed to be sold inside of the United States because it is dangerous. If they aren't prepared correctly, they could be life threatening. The people in Japan who prepare Fugu, are required to take lessons for about two years. If you even get some of the secretion on the knife and it gets on the meat, it can still kill you. About 60% of people who eat it, die. I don't think that something that is this unsafe should be sold anywhere.

World's 2nd Largest Diamond Found

Biggest Diamond in 100 Years Adds $150 Million to Miner 

http://money.cnn.com/2015/11/19/investing/second-biggest-diamond-lucara/index.html

The company, Lucara (LUCRF) went up about 32% after it found a diamond that is worth 1,111 carats. This is the biggest gem quality diamond that has been found in more than 100 years. The stock market move added about $150 million to the value of the company. The stone was found on Monday, and the company doesn't know when or how to sell the stone into market yet. The company also found two "exceptional" white diamonds, which should be estimated to about 813 carats and 374 carats. The CEO thinks that it wouldn't be the best strategy to put all three on the market right away. Lucara says that the stone was found in its Karowe mine in the southern African nation of Botswana. 

This is important because it means that there are a lot more precious stones out there that can be found. Especially large stones. Using the technology that we have now, will help us find more stones. Finding stones like this can help bring up the economy. I think that we should have more miners in America, because our stock market is low. Finding gems like this, will help our country get out of debt. 

Should school children be forced to clean their plates?

I don't think that children should be forced to clean their plates. Everyone has their preferences, even children. If they don't like a food, they won't eat it. Sometimes schools serve food that people don't like. That's okay. As long as they eat the rest of the food that they do like, it should be fine. It's their choice. 

Should Iowa take in Syrian refugees?

I don't think that Iowa should take in Syrian refugees because it wouldn't be safe. First off, terrorists could pretend to be refugees so they can get into other places. I think that it would be somewhat okay if we let them into the United States, but we should keep them away from our food sources. If Iowa loses it's crops, animals would starve, people would starve, and the economy would go up. We can't risk it. 

Pyramids of Giza: What do 'thermal anomalies' reveal?

http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/10/africa/egypt-giza-pyramids-thermal-anomalies/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool&iref=obinsite

Scans were made on the pyramids of Giza and they have found several thermal anomalies, which may be explained by voids behind the surface, according to Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities. The scientific mission is using noninvasive visualization techniques, including 3-D scans with lasers and drones to see inside the pyramids. The infrared team detected a huge anomaly on the eastern side of the Khufu pyramid, which is over 4,500 years old.

I think that this is important because it could reveal the secrets of the pyramids. For thousands of years these pyramids have been here, and now we are just discovering that there is something a little different about them, I think that this is very important. We are using different types of technology to find out these secrets as well. I think that this will help us figure out what the pyramids are hiding.

Who are veterans? Why should we be thankful for their service?

-Grandpa Floyd Fitchett Jr. - WWII Soldier
-Grandpa Kent Bodholdt - Vietnam Soldier

Veterans are the service men and women who have fought in US wars through out history. I think that we should be thankful for them because they are the one who have fought for our country, our rights, and our freedom. Without them, we wouldn't even be Americans. 

Are restaurants a big reason to have you move to a larger city?

I don't think so because I don't eat at restaurants a lot. People think that fast food is becoming the national food, but there are still a lot of people who like to eat at home with their families. I would rather have a home cooked meal, where I know it's good, than go out to a random place and hope that the food tastes good. This doesn't mean that I don't enjoy going out to eat sometimes, but I wouldn't base my living situation off of what I want to eat. Now, if you ask me, can we please have a McDonalds around here? I could use a big mac. 

Should rural Iowa ban Polk County in response for legal case?

The Raccoon River is getting polluted, and Polk county has to build a new water treatment facility. They want to sue some smaller counties because they believe that we're the reason why it's polluted. This way they can pay for the new water treatment facility. The counties that they are blaming are Buena Vista County, Sac County, and Calhoun County. I don't think that this is fair, because it's not just those three counties doing this. It's caused by a lot of counties. I think that we need to stand up for ourselves so the bigger counties don't pick on us.

More than a decade later, missing Alabama boy found in Ohio

http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/04/us/missing-boy-found-alabama-ohio/index.html

There was a child who was reported missing in Alabama 13 years ago. He has been found safe and unharmed in Ohio. The child, Julian Hernandez, was in custody of his mother when he disappeared. They suspected the boys father took him as part of a noncustodial parental abduction. A lead in the case came Sunday, when the police contacted the FBI in Cleveland about a missing child. Julian was trying to apply for college and ran into troubles when his Social Security number didn't match his name. That was when the found out that he was on the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children database. The boys father was arrested on Monday for abduction. 

I think that this is important because it happens all over. Parents or even strangers take their children away from home and hid them. They change their name or their information, and they change their life. Sometimes it could be for the better, but usually it isn't. The little boy in this case was already 18, so he didn't have to go back to living with his mother, whom he didn't know. He could stay where he was, or go home to his mom. 

Pocahontas County is #1. Is this a problem we can't fix?

Out of the 99 counties in Iowa, Pocahontas has had a really big decrease in population. In 2010, our population was 7,310 people. We lost like 15.6% of our population in 10 years, I think that that's crazy. I think we should care because we live here, it's our home and someday it could be empty. I do not think that we can fix the problem because there isn't that many things we could do. To bring in more people, we need to have money. I don't think that it will work. 

Should we make schools smaller instead of larger?

I think that it depends on the size of the town that the school is in. If it's a small town, it should be a small school. If it's a large town, it should be a larger school. I think that we should just make the schools to fit the town correctly. Plus, in larger towns, there are usually more than one school. In little towns, we don't need that because our population is small. I think the size of the school should depend on the population of the town. 

Does PAC-LM or Waukee have a greater challenge?

I would rather have a school that doesn't have enough students than a school with too many students. It would be a lot harder to get to know the students one on one. I think that if the student has a better relationship with the teacher, they are going to do better in that class. It would be hard to keep up with all the students. They would have to keep adding on to the school for more classrooms and locker space. I would hate to be in a class with over 300 students. I wouldn't even know 25% of the people I'm going to be graduating with. I like going to a small school where I know everybody that I'm going to graduate with. I think it is a lot easier, especially in classes when we have to do group projects. All in all, I think that Waukee has a greater challenge. 

Would you want to spend the night at the Myrtles Plantation?

I would definitely spend a night at the Myrtles Plantation. I think that it would be interesting. I want to stay there because supposedly, it is one of the most haunted places in America. I think that that would be fun. 

Does boring and safe equate?

I think that boring and safety are two different things that aren't connected. You can be bored in the big city, as well as a little town. You are less likely to be bored in the city, but it can happen. In small towns, you get bored a lot. But you can probably get hurt just as easily in a small town as it is in a bigger town. I think that it just depends on the amount of people and the type of people. I don't think they're related at all. 

Tour Boat Sinks in British Columbia

4 Dead After Tour Boat Sinks off British Columbia

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/25/world/canada-tour-boat-sinks/index.html

A tour boat carrying 27 people sunk on the coast of Vancouver Island in British Colombia. At least four people died. The Joint Rescue Co-ordinator Centre says that they are still conducting a search to make sure that they have found everybody. It was a whale watching vessel. The boat is named Leviathan II. The search coordinators have requested military helicopters to help search. 

I think that this is important because it was a tour boat, and a lot of people like to tour by the ocean. Especially people who have never seen the oceans, like Iowans. I think that we need to be more careful when we decide to tour, especially on water because you can't predict the water 100%. We all need to be prepared for situations like this. 

The Doomsday Vault

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/19/europe/svalbard-global-seed-vault-syria/index.html

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, also known as the Doomsday Vault, is located in the side of a mountain in the Arctic archipelago. The vault is a seed bank, filled with seeds for almost every known crop in the world. It's meant to be humanity's back up in the event of a crop devastating catastrophe. But it has been opened. It wasn't a natural disaster that cause them to open the vault, but a man-made disaster -- war. There are no signs of Syria's conditions improving, so the scientists are trying to recover their loss of important crops. The seeds are being planted in facilities in Lebanon and Morocco. 

I think that this is important because it could happen to any of us. If there were to be a natural disaster or man-made disaster in the United States, our crops would get ruined. If there are no crops, we can't feed livestock. We rely on livestock and crops to feed the nation. If this were ruined, we would end up having to import products from other countries, resulting in having to pay more taxes and our country would be even more in debt. Also, we would have to deal with starvation and malnourishment. I think that it is a good idea to have a vault like this, to make sure that we have a back up plan if our crops get ruined. I think that every country should have it. 

Should it be illegal for students to drop out of school?

I think that it should not be illegal for a student to drop out of school, but I do think that there should be some limitations as to why the student is dropping out. If a student needs to get a full time job to support his or her family, then that should be okay. But if a student wants to drop out because they just don't want to go to school, that shouldn't be allowed. I think that there should be a valid reason as to why the student wants to drop out. In Iowa, the legal age to drop out is 16. I think that this is okay, but, like I said, I think that there should be some limitations. 

Should you be forced by law to tip at all restaurants regardless of service?

I think so, because I think that it is rude to not leave a tip for someone. They don't make much money as is, so leaving them a tip could help them. I think that adding gratuities is a good idea, because it makes it easier for the tipper, and it really helps the workers. Raising the prices of the food will only give the restaurant more money. The tips go straight to the workers. I think that the person who is suing the restaurants, is just making a big deal over nothing. They're just upset because they don't want to give away any money. 

Would we have less adults in jail if we were more strict on youth?

I don't think so, because even though some parents aren't strict, it doesn't mean that their children are going to become criminals. I think that if someone chooses to commit a crime, it's their fault. They are the ones who made the choice to do it. The should have thought the consequences through. I think that it is wrong to blame a parent for their children's mistakes. Being strict might help the child stay out of trouble when they are younger, but when they get older, they start to be faced with different types of trouble. 

Should parents be forced to vaccinate their children?

I think that parents should be forced to vaccinate their children because it could get other children sick. I think that it is wrong to risk the lives of other children, just because you don't want your child to be vaccinated. Even the people who are vaccinated can still catch the disease, because vaccination doesn't completely cure the disease. I think that it is best for the children and the general population that vaccination be required. 

Eastern Kentucky University Cancels Classes After Threat On Bathroom Wall

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/07/us/eastern-kentucky-university-threat/index.html

Eastern Kentucky University shut down the school for a week because of a threat made in graffiti on the bathroom wall. The threat said "KILL ALL BY 10/8/15 THIS BU OOP." They found the threat on Monday morning. The president of the school acknowledged, later that day, that the message had resembled the shooting at Oregon's Umpqua Community College. In a letter to the students and faculty, the president explained the decisions that were to be made. The letter stated that they were canceling classes and events so the law enforcement can conduct an investigation of the threat and make sure that it is safe. 

I think that this is important because there are school shootings all the time now and we don't even think about them much anymore. What if that happened to our school? We wouldn't know what to do. I think that we need to make sure that our schools are safe and comfortable for the kids and make sure that there is no one out there trying to hurt anybody at the school. 

How many new species are out there? Do new species actually matter?

There are a lot of new species out there. I think that new species matter because we can understand our environment and habitats better. I think that there are a lot more different species out there that we haven't even came across yet. I don't think that the era of finding new species is over, I have a feeling that it will go on and on for a long time. 

New Species Found In Himalayas

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/07/asia/wwf-eastern-himalayas-new-species-report/index.html

More than two hundred new species have been found in recent years. The articles states that about 133 plants, 39 invertebrates, 26 fish, 10 amphibians, one reptiles, one bird, and one mammal have been discovered in the past six years in the Himalayas. The area is biologically rich, but an increasing number of its species are becoming vulnerable. The landscape of the region is facing threats and pressures with climate change, mining, oil, gas projects, road construction, and new dams. Invasive species impact tourism, water pollution, and illegal hunting/fishing, among other serious issues. 

This is important because it is impacting a part of the world. The people keep taking over the poor animals' homes and making it easier for them to do what they want. I think that this is wrong because the animals need a home. All these new species that have been found, could be gone in a few years if we keep it up. It's not just an issue in the Himalayas, but also in other places as well. Ever where around the world, we are taking more and more away from the animals and using it for ourselves. I think that it is wrong to take things away from the animals, because it could ruin their lives. 

Should people be allowed to legally own dangerous animals?

I think that people should only be allowed to legally own dangerous animals if they have a permit or some sort of paperwork saying that they can own these kinds of animals. Yes, it is dangerous for the people to own them, but it's their choice to have that animal as a pet. They put themselves in that position. As long as they are treating the animal right and properly caring for them, then it should be legal. A person who adopts an exotic animal has to make sure that the environment is comfortable for them, otherwise they will have troubles adapting. This will cause the animals to constantly be on edge, because they aren't comfortable. They could react badly if they are provoked or uncomfortable. The people need to just make sure that the animals are comfortable and being treated right. 

Would you want a pet mongoose? Why might it be helpful?

I think that I would want a pet mongoose, so he can protect me from dangerous snakes. It is immune to the snake's venom, so it can kill the snake with just a snap of it's neck. They aren't the cutest pet in the world, but I would still like to have one. They have really sharp teeth, so they can protect me against a lot of things. 

Is it okay for the military to use animals in combat?

I didn't know that the military trains these kind of animals to help in the military. I think that it is a good idea, because it does help the military win the wars. I think that it is actually a clever idea. I especially like how they trained the bees to search for bombs and bomb areas. I understand why some people would find it wrong, because the animals have no choice but to do what they're trained to do. 

Sage Grouse or 5.6 Billion dollars?

I think that they should be put onto the endangered species list, so nobody can take away their home or kill them. This way, people will help keep them become less extinct. They are recreating the habitat for the Sage Grouse. They need food and water to survive, so the people are putting that together for them. The climate is hurting their habitat and the birds, themselves. I think we should care about the lives of animals and other creatures, other than worrying about money. 

Do you agree with removing elephants from Ringling Brothers circus?

I agree with removing them from the circus, because like the guy said, it's no way for an elephant to live. I think that the elephants deserve to be out in the open and be with their families. I think it is considered animal abuse. I don't think that they should be used for entertainment like this. The elephants are smart creatures that deserve more than just performing for people. 

Why does America have a higher percentage of obesity than the rest of the world? Any solutions?

I think it is because we have a lot of fast food chains in America. Fast food chains are based on population, and America has a big population. In other countries, there are less food chains. At those food chains, the food is more expensive as well. So people are less likely to buy food from a fast food restaurant. In America, we can get a double cheeseburger for a little over a dollar. 
Also, people are getting lazier. There are less things to do because of technology. People are spending more time with their technology rather than going outside or being active, even at school.

I think the solution is to get ride of fast food restaurants or at least increase the prices, because then we will be less likely to buy from the restaurants. Also we need to have more recesses at school, this way, we can be active and spend more time outside and off of the computers. 

U.S. sees new spike in number of children, families crossing border.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/09/21/politics/us-children-crossing-border-spike/index.html

U.S. officials say that there is an increase in the number of minors and families crossing the border from Mexico into the United States. In 2014, the United States faced a crisis when over 10,000 children a month, and another 16,000 adults with children, began to arrive at the border. This has prompted the White House and Homeland Security officials to scramble to prepare for a new influx of immigrants. Some of the U.S. officials believe that this is because the immigrants were influenced by the Syrian immigrants over in Europe. 

I think that this is important because all these people are coming into the United States and soon, there will be no jobs or homes for the people. I think that we need to keep them out as much as we can because they're going to ruin our economy and we will become overpopulated. I understand that it might be bad where they came from, but that isn't really our problem. I think that helping them will ruin the United States. 

Is it okay to hunt whales?

I think that it is okay because it's a part of their culture. In Japan, they see it as a cultural delicacy. In Australia, they might see it as bad, but they might have some sort of food that other people see as gross. I don't think they should judge a country based on what they eat. Yeah, the whales are going by fast, and they could soon be extinct, but as long as they keep a population control on it, it's okay. It's kind of like when Americans hunt deer. Some people see it as bad, other people see it as good. I think that it is okay, because it's a food source. 

Do these drivers deserve diplomatic immunity?

I think they deserve to get in trouble because they are risking the lives of innocent people as well as their own lives.  They need to learn to be careful. They are being reckless and dangerous. I think that this is wrong. Just because they are important people, doesn’t mean that they can do what ever they want. I think that the police should do something about it. I think that the men should be arrested and have a suspension on their license or something, before it goes too far and someone gets hurt. 

Should we increase deer hunting season in Iowa due to car accidents?

Should we increase deer hunting season in Iowa due to car accidents? 

I believe that we should increase the hunting season, because there are too many deer running around. I think that it would help decrease the percentage of accidents in Iowa. It is really dangerous, especially in mating season, because the baby deer are also running around. I can see the opposing side as well, because some people think that it is wrong to kill innocent animals. Coming from a hunting family, I think that it’s okay.

Should the world take Iran's hope about Israel seriously?

Iran Nuclear Deal Will Be Enforced

I believe that the world should take Iran seriously, because this is another country we're talking about. Israel is a part of the world, people live there. Iran is supporting the ISIS group that has been attacking and taking over the homes of many groups of people. The Iranian leader hopes for the end of Israel. I think that we should do what we can to keep them at peace and to not go into war. If they do go into war, I think we should help Israel because we have been helping them for many years. I don't think it's right for a country to threaten another country because they don't get along. It's wrong. 

New Zealand Bans Young Adult Novel

http://www.cnn.com/2015/09/08/asia/new-zealand-book-ban/index.html

This is the first time New Zealand has banned a book in the last 22 years. The book is called "Into the River," by Ted Dawe. The family advocacy group, Family First, had a few complaints about the book. They stated that the book had graphic language and themes that are inappropriate for teens. The ban has prompted a debate about the nature of free speech and taking steps on protecting certain groups from unsuitable content that can be seen in books.

I think that this is important, because books are a part of our everyday culture. We read books in school, at work, for fun. There are books everywhere in the world, and a lot of them are banned. I think that we should stop banning books because it's harder to learn more if the books are banned. We wouldn't be able to find the books when they're not on display.

Should countries open their borders to migrants?

Should countries open their borders to migrants? 

I think that they should open their borders to migrants. Because if they stay where they are, they can get hurt, killed, or forced to do things that they don't agree with. Germany won't let them stay there, so they have no where to go. They can't go back to where they were because their lives are in jeopardy. 

I think that Germany should set up a place for them to go. Kind of like back when the United States was in the cold war, we put the Asian-Americans in camps where they could live their lives and go to work. I think that Germany should do something like that for the people. 

I don't agree with what Germany is doing to these poor helpless people. I was raised to believe that if someone needs help, you give them all you can. 

Should Auschwitz get rid of the showers?

Should Auschwitz get rid of the showers?

I think that real showers should not be put in Auschwitz, knowing about the history. It seems kind of morbid. The people who were there 70 years ago, were told to take a shower, but ended up getting gassed and killed. I think that people would feel wrong about it if they were to take a shower at a place where people died. Auschwitz is a memorial for those who died.

Fred's 80-mph winds prompt hurricane warning in Cape Verde Islands

http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/31/weather/hurricane-fred/index.html

Hurricane Fred is on the west coast of Africa. This is causing rain and high winds near Cape Verde. They say that it is rare for a hurricane to form near the African coast this close. The most recent updates say that Hurricane Fred had winds over 80 mph. They expect it to pass over the northwestern portion of the island chain. Researchers are not sure if Hurricane Fred will reach the Caribbean or the Untied States. It is supposed to weaken soon. 

Why should the world care? 

Because this is not only going on in Africa, but the rest of the world too. There are tropical storms happening all over. I think it is important to know when there are hurricanes going on and also to be taught about them. Some people may never have to worry about them, but they are still natural disasters. I think that understanding how they work and where they usually happen, will help up be more prepared if we ever have to deal with one.

What impact do rising ocean levels have on the world?

What impact do rising ocean levels have on the world? 

Rising ocean levels could quite possibly cause a costal flood across the world. If the earth is warming, it can cause thermal expansion which makes the water expand. Also with the earth warming, it can cause land based ice to melt. This can cause the world to flood.

Is too much water or not enough water better? 

I believe that neither would be good. If there is flooding, houses and factories along the coast line could be ruined. Also, if the factories are harmed, it could essentially ruin the economy which is not good for the world. If there isn't enough water, it causes a drought which, with heat added, can cause forest fires along the coast as well. This isn't good because it can damage homes, factories, businesses, and can even take lives. I think that right now we have the perfect amount of sea levels right now, there is not too much or too little water.