Congresswoman erects controversial flag at D.C. office in protest of Israel
Rashida Tlaib is again at the center of a controversy in Washington. The Congresswoman posted a pictured on social media posing in front of the Palestinian flag. The flag was placed in front of her office next to the American flag according to the post. Tlaib commented that the Palestinian flag was erected in protest to recent policies in Israel. The congresswoman referred to Israel as an apartheid government. She further added that Palestinians existence cannot be erased. Tlaib claims the protest is in response to Israel’s Security Minister attempting to ban displaying the Palestinian flag in Israel. This claim is incorrect according to Israeli officials the PLO flag can be displayed in Israel, but police in that nation have the authority to take down the Palestinian flag if it is displayed in support of a terror group or terror attack. Rashida Tlaib was criticized by fellow U.S. congressmen and Israel’s Security Minister who says the nation will continue to fight terrorism and the encouragement of terrorism with all their might.
RBG inspired statue sparks criticism
Critics are not withholding their opinions about a recent statute erected in New York City. The statue entitled “Witness” is a golden image of a female with her hair twisted to look like horns and golden arms that resemble tentacles. The statue is on display on top of the New York Appellate Division. Critics called the statue demonic, a golden medusa, and a monstrosity. The statue’s creator claims it is in honor of the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The statue even has a golden version of the late supreme court justice’s signature lace collar. The creator of the statue added it was created in honor of Ginsburg’s support of abortion. The statue will be removed from the courthouse in June and will later be on display in Texas.
Pope Francis expresses comments on homosexuality
Pope Francis is now weighing in on a moral debate criticizing laws that criminalize homosexuality. The pope claims these kinds of laws are unjust. In an interview with the Associated Press the pope encouraged Catholic bishops who support laws against the LGBT community to welcome these parishioners to their churches. The pope has spoken out previously in support of the LGBT community opposing laws around the world calling them unjust. The pope says of his stance that he still considers homosexuality a religious sin but says there is a difference between a crime and a sin. Critics believe the pope’s stance is adding further confusion to the church prompting more traditional Catholic churches to resist Pope Francis’ ever changing beliefs. Some critics believe the pope’s more vocal support for the LGBT community is believed due to the recent death of his predecessor Pope Benedict.
SNBC HEALTH report: the health benefits of thiamine or B1
This nutrient was studied during tests in the fight against covid -19 in 2020. Researchers found the nutrient was essential in fight against respiratory infections. They discovered that some patients hospitalized in critically ill situations were deficient in the nutrient. Thiamine according to a 2018 study is found to regulate the body’s immune function. It is a critical nutrient in preventing septic shock according to researchers who administered the nutrient to critically ill patients. B1 helps improve memory and helps fights against kidney and circulation issues. It is beneficial to mental health, protects the heart and against heart disease and increase energy production. Foods that include natural sources of Thiamine or B1 include Wheat germ, beef, pork, potatoes, sunflower seeds, and blackstrap molasses.
SNBC NEWS NOTE: according to some reports many cognitive memory health issues diagnosed (ex. Alzheimer’s and Demetia) may actually B1 or Thiamine deficiencies which can mimic some symptoms of these cognitive issues.