Jewish students file lawsuit against prestigious university over antisemitism
Two students at MIT are suing the university. The students claim the school has failed to condemn or stop the growing amount of Antisemitism on campus. The rise in discrimination against Jewish and Israeli citizens on college campuses occurred following the terrorist group Hamas’ attack on Israel. The October 7th attacks left over one -thousand dead and several hundred taken as hostages. Pro-Palestine supporters have used the conflict to attack Israel, its citizens, and the Jewish people. Several universities across the U.S. have faced lawsuits and criticism from conservatives for their treatment of Jewish students and their silence on recent discrimination and attacks.
EEOC files religious discrimination against Hospital after Christian’s job offer withdrawn
A Michigan hospital has settled its case with a potential employee who was mandated to receive the flu shot but refused, citing religious beliefs. The plaintiff, whose name was not released in the report, was offered a position at the hospital. While the offer was pending, the applicant requested a religious exemption from taking the vaccine. The hospital unlawfully denied the claim and later rescinded the offer, stating the CLAIM that their denial was based on religious discrimination was insufficient. EEOC filed the plaintiff’s lawsuit, claiming religious discrimination. The plaintiff was awarded $50,000 in back pay and non-economic damages. “Employees should not have to check their religious beliefs at the workplace door,” said an EEOC senior trial attorney. “The applicant’s objection, which was based on his sincere religious beliefs, could have been easily accommodated.” The EEOC says they continue to work to vigorously defend the rights of applicants and employees in the workplace. This case is just the latest in a series of court cases where employees are suing for the right to have religious exemptions honored. Previous cases included protests against the COVID shot as well as the flu shot. The hospital in the lawsuit has not commented on the case.
Golf tournament bans trans athletes from women’s competition
The CEO of a golf tour has announced a ban on trans athletes. Stuart McKinnon, CEO of NXXT Golf tour announced a ban on trans athletes in women’s competition. Stuart says his company’s decision was not made lightly. The CEO continued that the decision came down to competitive fairness. He remarked that a biological male has an advantage over biological females in competition. A trans athlete who played in the women’s competition in 2022 and won voiced anger over the ban. This ban means that trans athletes would not be able to or have more difficulty qualifying for LPGA events if they are banned from playing in NXXT golf competitions. The company released a statement saying they are following the standards and guidelines of the LPGA and USGA association. The ban is the latest in several from presiding boards over women’s sports concerning trans athletes. Various cases including two biological males racing in high school track events in Connecticut, a biological male swimming against women breaking records in college, and several recent incidents with trans athletes injuring girls in competition have gained national attention concerning this issue.
SNBC Health report: Tips and Tricks to Help you Fall Asleep Faster
Sleep deprivation has the same effect on your immune system as physical stress or illness, which helps explain why a lack of sleep is tied to an increased risk of numerous chronic diseases, and working the night shift or excessively long hours without sleeping can be so detrimental.
Safe strategies that prove effective to address sleeplessness are:
• Keeping a gratitude journal each evening, noting everything you're grateful for.
•Establishing a soothing pre-bedtime routine, such as taking a warm bath, reading a good book or relaxation exercises. Humans are creatures of habit.
•Putting all your work away at least one, preferably two hours before bed.
•Keeping a consistent schedule-When you go to bed and wake up at the same times, your body becomes accustomed to the routine.
•Adding magnesium supplements to your diet help calm the nervous system, relax muscles, reduce anxiety, alleviate restless leg syndrome, and help regulate your circadian rhythm.
•At sundown, dimming your lights (or using amber-colored glasses), turning off electronic devices and checking your bedroom for electro-magnetic fields (EMFs), which can inhibit sleep.
•Exercising regularly-Your body thrives on exercise and movement. It reduces your risk of cardiovascular disease and metabolic disorders and will help you get to sleep more easily and sleep more soundly.
•Evaluating your mattress and pillow-You'll experience more restful sleep when your mattress and pillows are comfortable and supportive.
•And then, of course, sleeping in a cool, dark room and wearing a sleep mask, if necessary. The optimal temperature for sleeping is between 60 °F and 68°.
All in all, the Bible tells us to cast our cares on the Lord, for He cares for us. Psalm 127:2 tells us He gives His beloved sleep. We are the apple of His eye, and He wants us to have sweet and peaceful sleep.