Social Issues Articles

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Steve Lane @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 3:09 AM

Controversy over the use of tasers by law enforcement offers continues to brew with a number of highly publicized death-by-taser incidents reported in the last several months. Included is the death of a Polish man in the Vancouver International Airport in October, 2007. Robert Dziekanski was in the process of immigrating to Canada from his native Poland. Dziekanski arrived in Canada speaking very little English, and was forced to wait in customs for over 10 hours. Apparently, no interpre... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Christa Kowalczyk @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 9:01 PM

If you are planning to donate your vehicle to your selected charity consider these facts before you donate your vehicle. These facts help you to get a hassle free transaction with a greater benefit to your selected charitable organization. Many people wonder what to do with their vehicle which is there unused from a couple of months. This is a very common condition when you suddenly buy a new vehicle and don't require the old one or the one which you are presently driving needs repla... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Kenneth Scott @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 11:25 AM

There are many types of apartments for rent in a city the rents for which can range from $400 a month for a standard one bedroom apartment with full kitchen up to $ 1500 for a luxury suite. More often than not a security or damage deposit is required and the rental rates may or may not include utilities that have a variable cost. Rents vary according to the amenities offered by the building. Some buildings offer amenities such as air conditioning, cable and an indoor swimming pool to all ... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Catherine Harvey @ Friday, 29th February 2008 @ 2:28 AM

It would seem that chauffeur hire is a lot safer today than in days gone by. The early 1920's were a notoriously dangerous time to be living in Chicago. Mob rule was the order of the day with rival Mafia gangs running different parts of the state. The North Side Gang, run by Dean O'Banion and the South Side Gang hosted by John Terrio, or Johnny the Fox, were the main gangs to be feared. The North Side Gang, it has to be said, were the side to be feared the most. Controlli... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Josh Stone @ Thursday, 28th February 2008 @ 7:33 AM

Is it fair to associate the fact that staff members belonging in the service industry and who wear a work uniform deliver service below par? Consider a simple example of a fast food restaurant. Chances are that you've been at the receiving end of some bad service at some point in time. Is it then fair to assume that work uniform wearers of certain professions are simply tagged as a warning sign that they will not deliver? A controversial subject indeed; but one worth exploring to find o... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Anthony Wayne @ Wednesday, 27th February 2008 @ 4:04 AM

How many of you remember the famous movie Casablanca? There is a scene in which Louis (the police chief) has just told Rick (Humphrey Bogart that he is shutting down his cafe. When Rick inquires why, the police chief, as he is being handed gambling winnings from the cafe's cashier, says I am shocked, shocked to find out that gambling is going on here. Hypocrisy right? But that's the same kind of logic used in the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act passed in 2006. A brief... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Linda Dipman @ Tuesday, 26th February 2008 @ 12:52 AM

Excitement exploded as Bailey drove up in an ice blue, Honda Civic, with chrome spinner wheels. The car handles were shaved and it had geometric shaped designs on both sides of the car in silver and traced in black. The sound that came from the speakers filled the air with a rhythmic beat of heart pounding bass. With one flick of a switch, mounted near the gear shift, the car began to show off its brand new custom hydraulics. The guys and girls shouted approval and urged Bailey to tu... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Marc Choyt @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 8:40 PM

When we consider the notion of heart this Valentine's day, it is easy, in our world where commodity is valued over humanity, to be too small in our hearts, falling into the illusion that our entire live is a cast like a shadow against a cave wall. Heart has become a pump for which we need take daily doses of (some cholesterol drug); its rhythm, our very beat, reduced to jagged lines on a computer screen. Blood and its circular venal passage, becomes just a mechanical process. Repairing t... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Thomas Pretty @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 10:17 AM

New Zealand is a fascinating country rich in history and culture and filled with some of the most stunning scenery in the world. The sheer diversity in the many micro climates makes every turn sure to amaze. The easy way of life, moderate climate and outstanding natural beauty entices many to emigrate to this spectacular group of islands. Every single inhabitant is either an immigrant or is descended from migrants; subsequently new migrants are welcomed with open arms. The history of emi... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Jack Goode @ Monday, 4th February 2008 @ 2:22 PM

Ah...the thrill of being a black man in corporate America. Actually, it's not all that bad, but it sure isn't everything it's cracked up to be. There are some inherent problems, but, sure, there are some benefits too. Not everyone makes you feel as if you are the token of the organization, but, still, some things continue to need addressing. I'd like to explore those issues, good and bad, one by one. Many black men won't even consider a position in corporate A... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Steve Lane @ Friday, 1st February 2008 @ 3:43 AM

Our children enter a potentially dangerous situation every day that they ride the bus or step foot in a school building. Some of the most disturbing cases that have been brought to light by the media lately revolve around incidents that have taken place during school hours. Teenagers have planned and plotted against their teachers and peers. They've brought weapons to school with the intent of carrying out these plans. Some have gotten away with it, while others have been caught in the plan... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Steve Lane @ Friday, 1st February 2008 @ 3:11 AM

Protecting yourself is one of life's basic instincts of survival. When you sense danger your body goes into high stress mode to warn you. Being able to defend yourself from harmful situations is essential. Don't be caught off guard without self-defense products. Using Self-Defense Products Stay out of harm's way. Keep yourself out of areas that are known to be dangerous. It is just good, common sense. Be cautious anytime you are alone in public, though. Take precauti... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Linda Dipman @ Wednesday, 30th January 2008 @ 7:33 PM

I walked out onto my lavish upstairs veranda and looked over the multitude of homes that lined the city. My eyes suddenly fell upon a beautiful woman through the parted curtains of a small house not far from my home. The shape of her breast and the curve of her hips sent feelings quickly into my body filling me with desire. I wanted her, now! I sought to find out whom she was and if she would see me. I learned that she was married to a person who worked for me. My heart sank, but m... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Steve Lane @ Thursday, 24th January 2008 @ 4:09 PM

The term self defense has a million different implications for every person who hears it. Some people simply think of a weapon while others believe it involves years of training and preparation just to ensure personal safety. Many consumers also believe this term is synonymous with bringing actual firearms and ammunition into the household. Personal defense has a significant interest in todays world. It does not seem to matter where you live in the world, there is crime occurring. The be... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Steve Lane @ Thursday, 24th January 2008 @ 4:04 PM

You're walking to your car after a shopping stint at the mall. It's dark and you're heading to the far end of the parking lot. You see someone approaching you. You sense trouble. Rather quickly, you're in trouble. Self-defense is of prime importance now! How do you defend yourself? What self-defense products should you have on your person? Unfortunately, it's a valid question in today's society. Self-defense products are plentiful on the market. There ... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Ian Spellfield @ Sunday, 20th January 2008 @ 3:12 AM

A few years ago, the authors of Freakonomics published a list of the most popular names for African American children from the previous decade. I read the list, laughed along with the other readers at the multiple spellings of Jasmine (Jazmin, Jasmeen, Yasmin, etc.), and nodded knowingly at the differences between our names and those of mainstream America. However, soon after reading the book, my predilection for etymology got the best of me and I started researching the histories of the ... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Amy Nutt @ Friday, 18th January 2008 @ 4:25 PM

Obesity is a real medical condition that affects about a third of the population of U.S. adults. Obesity is very serious; a chronic disease that may increase your risk of developing other serious conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, and even some cancers. Another impact obesity has on your life --an impact that is often overlooked-- is a psychological impact. People suffering from obesity often deal with social anxiety, feelings of helplessness, and even depression. For this re... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By dror klar @ Saturday, 12th January 2008 @ 3:13 PM

If you go back through history, would it be possible to find a time when there has been such violence instigated by children in their teenage years and even younger, as there is being reported today? There has to be something that has gone terribly wrong in our society that is causing such violence from our youth. The many incidents that have taken place since the first reports of the Columbine tragedy, seems to only be growing. They do seem to follow a similar pattern. A troubled youth o... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Shaun Parker @ Friday, 4th January 2008 @ 4:41 PM

Once again the New Year was heralded in with a host of reported stabbings in the UK. Seemingly the policies put forward by the government are proving ineffectual in tackling knife crime in the country. It now appears to be a weekly occurrence that a victim suffers an attack that all too commonly leads to death. The press are understandably in uproar over the levels of attacks and are constantly pressuring policy makers to solve the problem of knife crime swiftly; and before anymore young... more...

Culture and Society » Social Issues | By Shaun Parker @ Friday, 4th January 2008 @ 2:48 PM

Gun crime is a blight upon this nation that is apparently growing at a rapid pace. Those committing gun crime seem to be getting younger and guns appear more readily available than ever. Causes for this are deep and far-reaching; commentators have attempted to blame the epidemic of gun crime on 'hip hop' music and the rise in violent video games. Both factors need to be studied at greater depth to gain a true understanding of the influence they hold over the young of today. ... more...