On Wednesday, March 17th, a man went on a shooting frenzy at three spas in and around Atlanta, Georgia. This incident has sparked a conversation about anti-Asian racism in America and an increase in violence against Asian-Americans since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rallies and protests aiming to “Stop Asian Hate” have ensued across the United States in response to this shooting.
Read MoreMid-March marks the anniversary of when COVID-19 was on everyone’s radar. Although the World Health Organization was first notified of the virus on December 31, 2019, it was declared a global pandemic on March 11th, 2020.
Read MoreOn February 14th and 15th, most of the state of Texas faced a snow storm, an extremely rare occurrence for the usually very warm state. Residents prepared for the storm by stocking up on food and water, what they would normally do to prepare for a hurricane, however no one was truly prepared for the devastation that would come from this storm.
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On January 20th, 2021, a very significant change occurred in America. A new President and Vice President were inaugurated and sworn into office. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris officially received their positions in office, and the Democratic party officially took control of the senate when the final new members, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock were sworn in. The day was filled with inspiration and represents a new era for America.
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With the COVID-19 pandemic, life in 2020 is very different than ever before. One of the most popular holidays in the United States is rapidly approaching, Thanksgiving. People are coming up with creative solutions for how to be together with their family and friends, while also staying safe. How are people modifying their traditional Thanksgiving celebrations to accommodate the COVID-19 pandemic?
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