Governor of Texas passes trans-athlete ban in female sports for that state
The Governor of Texas has signed into law banning transgender athletes from girls’ sports in that state. Governor Greg Abbott signed the bill banning trans athletes to compete in public school competitions against biological females. Critics say the law is discrimination against members of the LGBT community. Supporters of the law say this is only to protect biological females and allow them fair competition. Several professional female athletes have voiced support for these types of laws. Medical professionals along with these athletes have commented on the advantage men have over women athletically based on biological makeup. Men have more lung capacity and denser bones which adds to their advantage over female athletes. Several states: Idaho, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi, Montana, Tennessee and West Virginia, have passed a law banning trans athletes. South Dakota’s governor passed an executive order doing the same. Several organizations including the NCAA have threatened boycotts to state that pass this kind of law.
Thousands march in anti-vax mandate in NYC
Thousands of protestors marched across the Brooklyn Bridge in support of 50-thousand employees who may be laid off. The protestors expressed support for employees refusing to comply with a citywide mandate in New York City. Employees had until 5pm on October 29th to comply. If not they will be suspended or lose their jobs. Most supporters say they have received the shot, but do not support mandatory mandates. A justice in the state has ruled employers must consider religious exemptions. The mayor of New York City, Bill De Blasio has remained firm in his stance despite the risk of losing thousands of teachers, police officers, firemen, sanitation workers and paramedics in the city. The Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis, in an attempt to build Florida’s police force recently announced a five thousand dollar bonus to any police officers fired for refusing the shot in several states including New York.
Fourth pastor arrested in Canada after refusing to close church
A fourth pastor in Canada has been arrested for not complying with guidelines. Pastor Tobias Tissen of Steinbach, Manitoba was arrested in mid- October for not complying with health officials guidelines in Manitoba. The pastor spent an extra night in jail following his refusal to comply with guidelines. Among others Tissen was told he could not attend any church services and not to preach at all following his release. Tissen refused; following the incident he released comments on social media. The pastor referenced the book of Ephesians saying, “we’re fighting against spiritual wickedness in high places and principalities and powers," he explained. "That's it, right now, what we see. And they're after all of us who are giving to God what belongs to God and to Caesar what belongs to Caesar… as Christians, We cannot comply with that." Several organizations and pastors expressed support for Pastor Tissen. Pastor Artur Pawlowski who was also arrested for refusing to close his church in Canada likened the treatment of the church in Canada to its counterparts in North Korea and China. Despite the harsh criticism over these arrests, the Prime Minster of Canada has not commented on the ongoing persecution of the Church in Canada.
In our SNBC Health report: Using Essential Oils during cold and flu season
The nickname for this time is well known in America. Cold and flu season is mainly a time when people stock on cold medicines and bundle up to make sure they are protected from any viral infections. There are alternatives to keeping healthy naturally speaking. According to Dr. Josh Axe, author of Essential Oils: Ancient Medicine, there are several properties and benefits from essential oils that assist the body during this time. Oils such as thyme and tea tree oil help kill bacteria and viruses. Ginger oil helps with congestion, eucalyptus, and peppermint oil help with clearing lungs. Lemon oil boosts immunity, and oregano oil also assists sore throat. Most oils are topical only and can be used in a diffuser. Some oils such as tea tree oil but be diluted because they are very strong and can cause minor rashes. Some oils such as oregano oil can be used for gargling to stop a sore throat; however essential oils should not be ingested for any reason, unless you are using an essential oil that specifically says it can be ingested on the bottle. Please consult with a trusted healthcare professional before changing your health regimen.