For more:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/04/theater/hamilton-tony-nominations-record.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage®ion=CColumn&module=MostViewed&version=Full&src=mv&WT.nav=MostViewed&_r=0
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Hamilton Steals the Show
Hamilton is probably one of the most "must-see" plays this years. The mixture of hip-hop along with a great story line surely makes it enough for them to receive 16 Tony Award nominations. No play has ever achieved this many nominations so, surely, the play must be that good. The play is a modern portrayal of Alexander Hamilton's life. Out of 40 acting nominations, 14 of them were given to black, Hispanic and Asian American actors; diversity for the win!
For more:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/04/theater/hamilton-tony-nominations-record.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage®ion=CColumn&module=MostViewed&version=Full&src=mv&WT.nav=MostViewed&_r=0
For more:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/04/theater/hamilton-tony-nominations-record.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage®ion=CColumn&module=MostViewed&version=Full&src=mv&WT.nav=MostViewed&_r=0
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Welcome To Japan!
Well we went from Syria to Japan. It's uncoordinated but everything doesn't need to be perfect. We're visiting different cultures in random orders. At least we're learning something new!! Well for some it might not be new but hey at least you can say you knew that fact already. I was going to choose China to go along with the groups China theme but apparently Syria and China are in a bit of a problem ( war controversies ) . We might be covering that who knows?! Plus Japan and Syria are at each other in soccer so we're learning about the two amazing rivals. China is amazing too. Every country is amazing. I like anime so I was more willing to pick Japan but then again I like Chinese music so it was kind of hard. Enough of me, now we travel 8,520 km to reach Japan!
By: Jade Stephen
Japan:
Location: Eastern Asia but bordered by the Pacific Ocean
Neighboring Countries: North Korea, South Korea, Russia and China
Spoken Language: Japanese
Capital: Tokyo
Dominant Religions: Shinto and Buddhism
Food: Miso soup, Rice ( which is often made into Onigiri (rice balls), Mochi ( rice cakes) and much more), Noodles ( Ramen, Udon, and Soba), and Sushi and many more..
Traditional Clothing:
Sources:
https://www.google.com/url?sa=
http://image.shutterstock.com/z/stock-photo-japanese-food-collage-94565131.jpg
https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiX1YbH-K3MAhVTID4KHWUQCocQjRwIBw&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.japancentre.com%2Fen%2Frecipes%2F14-onigiri-rice-balls&bvm=bv.120551593,d.cWw&psig=AFQjCNHbwZ2sGb7gNRBfRvNkNYUhze9vIw&ust=1461816386424197
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http://www.mapsofworld.com/japan/japan-location-map.html
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Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Mitchell Mui
Midwood Diversity
Based on the New York Times article, "Laws Decried as LBGT Discrimination Proposed Across Country" many states across America are deciding to protect those who decline the approval of certain people. Such groups of these people included the LGBT community. In addition to the growing tension in the legislative, the states that oppose this law are receiving a huge backlash in protest. An example I viewed from the article include Alabama's Lawmakers. The makers are pushing to prevent the state from refusing license childcare service that conflict with their religious belief. Another state that supports the LGBY community is Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards signed an executive order which gave protection to workers who are being discriminated based on their sexual orientation and gender identity. I find this disappointing that some laws would oppose people based on their gender identity. Why does this even become a question, shouldn't even be mentioned.
Resource:
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2016/04/20/us/ap-us-lgbt-rights-legislation-glance.html?_r=0
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Resource:
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2016/04/20/us/ap-us-lgbt-rights-legislation-glance.html?_r=0
Woman on the Back of a $10 bill
Mohammad Khalid
How would you feel if a woman was on the back of your ten dollar bill?
The Treasury Secretary will announce on Wednesday the redesigned 10 dollar bill. It may or may not have a woman on the back of it. If it does, it will have a great reputation of the Obama Administration.
In my opinion, there should be a woman on the back of the 20 dollar bill because there were famous women that left their mark on this nation. For example, Rosa Parks, Abigail Adams, Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony.
Women left their mark on the United States. Women were patriotic,brave and called for change. Harriet Tubman created the Underground Railroad and risked her life so enslaved African Americans can move up North and escape slavery.
Susan B Anthony called for women rights. She wanted women to get the right to vote.
What is your opinion? Who should be on the 10 dollar bill?
Source:
‘Hamilton’ Mania Expected to Relegate Women to the Back of $10 Bill
By Jackie Calmer April 20,2016
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/21/us/women-currency-treasury.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=second-column-region®ion=top-news&WT.nav=top-news&_r=0
How would you feel if a woman was on the back of your ten dollar bill?
The Treasury Secretary will announce on Wednesday the redesigned 10 dollar bill. It may or may not have a woman on the back of it. If it does, it will have a great reputation of the Obama Administration.
In my opinion, there should be a woman on the back of the 20 dollar bill because there were famous women that left their mark on this nation. For example, Rosa Parks, Abigail Adams, Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony.
Women left their mark on the United States. Women were patriotic,brave and called for change. Harriet Tubman created the Underground Railroad and risked her life so enslaved African Americans can move up North and escape slavery.
Susan B Anthony called for women rights. She wanted women to get the right to vote.
What is your opinion? Who should be on the 10 dollar bill?
Source:
‘Hamilton’ Mania Expected to Relegate Women to the Back of $10 Bill
By Jackie Calmer April 20,2016
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/21/us/women-currency-treasury.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=second-column-region®ion=top-news&WT.nav=top-news&_r=0
Abducted Nigerian Girls Remembered
By Franchesca Gumabon
Two years ago, terrorist group Boko Haram, kidnapped female students in Nigeria. American and African troops were sent to Cameroon to fight the soldiers but were put on hold in fear of risking more lives. Now, the 276 missing girls have been located. They're located in the Sambisa Forest. The girl's were abducted while at the Government Girls Secondary School of Nigeria.Many of the girls that are captured by Boko Haram are either forced into unwanted marriages, sexual assault, or sometimes death. Now, U.S. officials are claiming that the girls have not been forgotten and are working on getting them safely home. Hopefully the girls are all retrieved safely. This has been an ongoing struggle but hopefully it doesn't have to last any longer.
Read the Article:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/21/world/africa/boko-haram-kidnapped-girls.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=first-column-region®ion=top-news&WT.nav=top-news
Sunday, April 17, 2016
Golden State Warriors' Record Breaking Game
By: Jade Stephen
Wednesday night, the Golden State Warriors broke the Chicago Bulls' record of 72 games in the NBA by defeating the Memphis Grizzlies in their last game before the playoffs. The new record now is 73 wins and 9 losses. The Chicago Bulls had a record of 72 wins and 10 losses in the 1995-96 season of the NBA with Michael Jordan but that all came to an end on Wednesday due to the team's motivation and amazing basketball skills. Though they had nine losses it's still good for a team that was believed to fail. Now they're on their way to playoffs by being the first in the western conference.
Source: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiK4vXc_ZbMAhVRET4KHRwBAYQQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pixelstalk.net%2Fgolden-state-warriors-wallpapers%2F&psig=AFQjCNH4nm4m4qDdC6aBySIUky6kcIe1UA&ust=1461027496986418
Wednesday night, the Golden State Warriors broke the Chicago Bulls' record of 72 games in the NBA by defeating the Memphis Grizzlies in their last game before the playoffs. The new record now is 73 wins and 9 losses. The Chicago Bulls had a record of 72 wins and 10 losses in the 1995-96 season of the NBA with Michael Jordan but that all came to an end on Wednesday due to the team's motivation and amazing basketball skills. Though they had nine losses it's still good for a team that was believed to fail. Now they're on their way to playoffs by being the first in the western conference.
Source: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiK4vXc_ZbMAhVRET4KHRwBAYQQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pixelstalk.net%2Fgolden-state-warriors-wallpapers%2F&psig=AFQjCNH4nm4m4qDdC6aBySIUky6kcIe1UA&ust=1461027496986418
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Mohammad Khalid
Midwood's Diversity
Recently, Bill Clinton was interrupted at a campaign where he was interupted about the Crime Bill of 1994.
1994 Crime Bill
The Crime Bill of 1984 dealt with crime and law enforcement in 1994. It was signed by former President Bill Clinton while he was in office. This law put millions of African Americans in jail.
Midwood's Diversity
Recently, Bill Clinton was interrupted at a campaign where he was interupted about the Crime Bill of 1994.
1994 Crime Bill
The Crime Bill of 1984 dealt with crime and law enforcement in 1994. It was signed by former President Bill Clinton while he was in office. This law put millions of African Americans in jail.
According to "Calls for tough sentencing and police protection were paired with calls for full employment, quality education and drug treatment, and criticism of police brutality." They African Americans during this time were not only asking for tough police law enforcement but they also wanted other things such as quality education and police protection. This article explains that the Crime Bill include 75% cost went to new prisons, 100,000 new police officers and narrowed inmates to higher education.
"Less than a quarter of the funding went to prevention programs. "
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