SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY DECEMBER 26th, 2021

Women’s shelter wins case in Alaska
A shelter in Alaska has won its case in court. Following a lengthy battle in court, an abused women’s shelter has won its case to not house transgender residents. The faith-based women’s shelter called Downtown Hope Center houses homeless women. Many of the shelter’s clients are victims of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and sexual assault. Attorneys for the shelter argued that allowing biological men to live in the shelter would be traumatic for residents. The case started after a man was dropped off at the shelter seeking to become a resident. The man was rejected and later sued because the man claimed to identify as transgender. (Story Note: the person claiming to be transgender turned up at the shelter drunk and apparently combative during the interaction. This was mentioned as a reason for the rejection in addition to his alleged gender status) Attorneys for Downtown Hope Center say they are pleased with the court’s decision.

United Airlines sued by suspended/former employees
United Airlines is being sued by some of its employees over covid shot exemptions. The lawsuit was filed following the company’s CEO threatening to fire employees filing for religious or medical exemptions. The lawsuit claims employees seeking medical and religious exemptions were placed on unpaid leave as punishment. 200 of the employees were later fired, while the others were laid-off.  The remaining two thousand were put on unpaid leave. Those left on unpaid leave later sued. The plaintiffs in the case claimed the firings violated United’s Health Freedom Clause. Critics including Senator Ted Cruz criticized United Airlines claiming the actions by the company are clearly discrimination. Critics further added the discrimination was unacceptable due to the company receiving millions in government funding to help the company from going bankrupt in 2020.

Swedish company touts covid passport chip as alternative
A Swedish company is sparking a renewed debate about implanting chips in humans. The company Epicenter, according to reports is highlighting its efforts to chip people with digital covid shot passport cards. The chip would be implanted in the right hand and would be used as an alternative to misplacing or carrying the card. The chip would be no larger than a grain of rice. It can be implanted in a person’s arm or hand (between the thumbs and the finger). The company claims it has been working on human-compatible tech for years. The Epicenter CEO says the chip allows convenience for those who have a covid passport. About six-thousand citizens in Sweden have had chips implanted into their bodies since 2014. The CEO of a UK company, BIO Teq says in 10-15 years micro-chipped humans will be “everywhere”. The technology is controversial because it mimics a system described in the Bible. Critics believe chipping humans is a trial run for a similar and larger-scale effort that could be attempted in the future.

SNBC Health report: Processed food and cognitive health
Scientists are reporting a correlation between eating a highly processed diet and cognitive health. According to research conducted by scientists at Marshall University, a person’s diet can affect their brain. Researchers fed mice what is largely considered a Western diet (mainly processed and fast foods). The study was conducted for 12 weeks. Scientists found the mice increased in body weight, showed insulin resistance, lowered oxygen levels, and low energy. The mice fed the Western diet also showed changes in behavior and a cognitive decline. The effects on mice fed a normal, healthy diet were reported as the exact opposite. Researchers advise limiting processed foods as much as possible and consuming whole foods as often as possible.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY DECEMBER 19th, 2021

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City Wide restrictions announced for city of Philadelphia
The city of Philadelphia is now added to the list of larger cities in the US that will require covid shot cards to enter indoor facilities. The city-wide mandate is expected to go into effect on January 3rd. The mandate will require presentation of a covid shot card or a negative test to enter indoor spaces. The restrictions will apply to venues that serve food indoors according to the city ordinance. This includes restaurants, hotels, sports venues, and movie theaters. Religious and medical exemptions will be approved only for children ages 5 and under. The city-wide mandate will further restrict guests entering, on January 17th allowing only those with covid shot cards after that date. Grocery stores and convenience stores will not be apart of the ordinance. City officials claim the ordinance is apart of trying to stop the spread of Covid-19. Critics call these restrictions the beginning of a socialist society. Several larger cities in the US including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City have also issued covid restrictions on indoor spaces, again citing stopping the spread of Covid-19.

Pharmaceutical company announces cash purchase of another company
Pfizer has announced some interesting business ventures during this time. The pharmaceutical company, which has been one of the leaders and distributors of developing the Covid shot announced it would acquire a company called Arena Pharmaceuticals. Arena Pharmaceuticals specializes gastroenterology, dermatology, and cardiology. The company also works on medicines concerning Crohn’s disease and inflammatory bowel issues. The deal was announced recently; Pfizer acquired Arena Pharmaceuticals for the sum of 6.7 billion dollars and paid for the deal in cash. The profits acquired by the main three companies involved in the Covid shot has been controversial over the past year. Critics have notably been vocal about the amount of money each company Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, and Pfizer have profited during the past year. Each company have issued at least three shots (two doses and a booster) to those who have taken it for free, at the cost of most governments around the world.  Israeli officials recently announced earlier this year their government has spent 788 million dollars on shots for its citizens and they expect to spend more money. The CEO of Pfizer announced recently that a fourth Covid shot is expected to be produced soon by his company to combat what is referred to as the Omicron variant.   

TV series wins box office in US in Theater debut
The crowd funded hit series ‘The Chosen’ debuted its now annual Christmas in theaters. The profits from the event have caused some in Hollywood and the secular media to take notice. The Christmas special was the fourth highest film at the US box office earning 13 million dollars in sales. The film beat out several films and expanded to 17-hundred screens due to demand from fan. According to producers Movie Theaters asked producers to keep screening the special until December 16th due to the overwhelming demand by fans of the series, nicknamed “The Chosen Army”. The Christmas special was entitled, “Christmas with the Chosen” and featured Christian music artists, Monologues from some members of the Chosen cast, and a short film about the birth of Jesus. The Chosen Christmas special can now be viewed online, or on the series chosen app. The series the Chosen focuses on Jesus’ ministry and the disciples chosen to be apart of His ministry (hence the title). The series is the most crowd funded project in history; it is free of charge to viewers in order to witness the Gospel around the world. The series is currently filming its 3rd season.

In our SNBC HEALTH report: The importance of staying hydrated in the fall and winter.
According to some researchers most note that people tend to forget about the importance of staying hydrated year-round. According to registered dietician Elizabeth Hill, beverages like coffee, hot chocolate and tea may add to dehydration issues during the winter months. Hydration helps the body keep cool, helps with body weight, and helps with decreasing hunger. According to Hill factors in the fall and winter such as dropping temperatures, and a decrease in fluid loss due to cold temperatures maybe a factor in the decrease of water consumption. Signs of dehydration include a decrease in bathroom trips, dry mouth, headaches, and an increased craving for sugar are all signs of dehydration. The amount of water to consume is determined by a person’s body weight and height so it differs from person to person. Be sure to look online with trusted websites to find the amount of consumption appropriate for your body, or contact a trusted healthcare professional concerning how much water you should be consuming.  

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY DECEMBER 12th, 2021

 Justice pauses covid mandate in NYC
A justice in New York State has blocked a covid shot mandate by the outgoing mayor of New York City. Judge Frank P. Nervo issued a temporary order to stop the mandate following lawsuits against the order. The justice has offered the city to reconsider the case if an appeal is filed by tomorrow. There is a hearing scheduled for this case on Tuesday of this week. Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the mandate in October for the city’s employees. This includes police, firefighters, and other departments including teachers. De Blasio claims the rate of employees who have taken the shot has gone up following the mandate. Plaintiffs in the case, including one NYC police detective say the mandates are unconstitutional and do not consider those that have acquired natural immunity from having covid. The mayor also recently issued a mandate for businesses in the private sector. An attorney in Long Island has already announced he will file a lawsuit against the city’s mandate. The deadline will go into effect just four days before De Blasio is set to leave office. The city of Los Angeles’ school board also recently fired 500 employees who refused to get the shot under a district wide mandate. New York City and Los Angeles have the strictest covid shot mandates in the nation.

Student says former high school condones hex
A former student in California is exposing what he called a disturbing document from his alma mater. Spencer Lindquist in an article series for ‘The Federalist’ says his former school district is so “woke” that is has endorsed forms of witchcraft against people. Lindquist claims a school document has been circulating at the Campbell Union High School District that endorses putting a hex on people that say All Lives Matter. The slogan has been used as an alternative to the Black Lives Matter Movement. Supporters of the phrase say that all life is precious and should be respected as such not just the BLM movement. The former student says the text in question is listed in a document that discusses police brutality and violence. According to information released by CBN news reporters, the document instructs students to hex people as a way to get out anger and frustration. The document further instructs students how to spells on anyone with opposing political views. Lindquist says the school district had previously tried to teach critical race theory as well and believes his district was a trial run for the teaching method. The school district has not commented on the controversy.

Israel announces completion of Iron Wall
The nation of Israel has announced it has completed construction on what they are calling the iron wall. The security measure is a barrier along the Gaza border to protect the nation and its citizens. The Iron Wall is equipped with underground sensors, radars, and cameras. The high-tech border construction is designed to help Israel’s defense of its borders against Hamas. The terrorist group has used Gaza as a stronghold area to attack Israel and settlements in the area. Tensions have escalated again following Israel’s announcement that they will continue to allow citizens to build homes in the West Bank. Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz says he hopes the new structure will give residents in the area a sense of security. Palestinians wanted the land to create a nation of its own. The disputed land was a part of Israel’s borders in Biblical times. Israeli forces acquired the land in modern times during the Six-day war in 1967.

SNBC Health report: Researchers advise humans should consume honey like a bee
Researchers’ say humans can learn a lot from bees about the benefits of honey. According to entomologist May Berenbaum, people need to know how bees consume honey to ensure they also receive the full amount of benefits it has to offer. According to the doctor during her research studies, when a sick bee was offered various kinds of honey the insect only consumed the honey that was best to assist with its issue. Berenbaum says humans should take the same approach and look at different forms of honey for its nutritional values. Honey is full of plant nutrients, and helps with bees’ longevity, gives a boost to their immune system, and helps heal wounds. It is known to help fight infections and has a number of enzymes, vitamins, minerals and organic molecules. Honey is beneficial to liver function and considered an alternative sweetener for diabetics. Raw Honeycomb is beneficial to the body providing immunity strength, beneficial to the liver and aids in getting better sleep. It also promotes heart health. Honey helps with seasonal allergies to some plants, but you must purchase honey harvested in your local area to get this benefit.

Aztec deity erected as “Guardian of Peace” as UN in New York
Social media users are voicing their disturbance over a statue that was on display in front of the United Nations in early November. The statue was created by artists and presented by the city of Oaxaca, Mexico to the presiding board of the UN. The statue is called a guardian of Worldwide Peace and Safety. It is modeled after an Aztec deity called the Jaguar god of Darkness, and in the Mayan culture the image is of a deity know as the god of Fire and War. Social medial users referenced Revelation 13 which describes a beast with wings and the mouth of a lion. (Most users online did not mention if they were Christians, but did comment on how disturbed they were by the statue because of how closely it resembles the scripture in the Bible’s).

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY DECEMBER 5th, 2021

Daystar Founder Marcus Lamb passes
The founder of Daystar Television has passed; Marcus Lamb was 64 years old. Lamb founded the Daystar Television Network along with his wife Joni in 1997. Lamb’s start in television ministry began in 1993 with one TV station. Daystar now broadcasts into over 108 million homes. The network is also one of first Christian Networks to broadcast in Israel. The Lamb family announced his passing on social media and live on the Daystar Network.  Marcus Lamb is survived by his wife of 39 years Joni, 3 children and their spouses, and four grandchildren. The family is holding a celebration of life service Monday December 6th at Gateway Church in Texas. The family is inviting the public to attend this service. The Lamb family says they want people to come and celebrate his life and most importantly celebrate Marcus Lamb being Home with the Lord in Heaven. The service will be broadcast on Daystar the evening of December 6th at 8:30pm. (The mainstream media has used Lamb’s death to point out his stance against covid “vaccines” and mandated shots. The family has disclosed that Marcus Lamb had previously been diagnosed with diabetes and had contracted Covid-19. Known for their anti-shot stance, the Lamb family reiterated that they would continue to have the same stance and will promote this position. Daystar Television has hosted several accredited experts and vocal opponents of the shot who have been vilified by the press for their stance including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and prominent members of the medical field.)

Vatican confirms One World Religion Center is underway
The Catholic church has confirmed on its website a collaboration with the Pope and other religious leaders is moving forward. The Abrahamic Family house project is being built and is confirmed to be inaugurated next year. The project according to reports is now 20 percent complete. The Abrahamic Family House will consist of three buildings: a synagogue, a church, and a mosque. The buildings are being built in Abu Dhabi on an island in the United Arab Emirates. The buildings are a part of an interfaith complex named after Abraham of the Bible, who is recognized by Jewish, Christian, and Islamic faiths. The complex also has another name according to reports The One World Religion complex. The project was dedicated with a ceremony attended by Pope Francis and a Sunni Muslim Sheikh in 2019. During the ceremony, the Pope and the Sheikh signed a global peace covenant called the document of Human Fraternity for World Peace. The complex according to the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity will be, “a space for followers of each respective faith to have real peace of mind and soul within an atmosphere in which a spirit of intimacy prevails”. It is important to note that on the building recognized as the Christian Church the Cross is prohibited, and it is illegal in the UAE for a Muslim to convert to Christianity. It is also illegal to witness the Gospel to a person of Muslim faith. 

SNBC NEWS Covid Watch (Germany, Greece, India)
The nation of Germany has announced strict lockdowns for those who have not taken the shot. The nation’s outgoing Chancellor Angela Merkel announced the restrictions just a few days ago. Those who have not received the shot will be limited to only essential buildings such as grocery stores and pharmacies. Merkel made the decision along with the new Chancellor-elect. Critics says this new round of lockdowns is creating a false sense of panic in Europe over the recent Omicron variant- which experts have said is mild in its symptoms.

In Greece parishioners are being told, you must show proof of the shot in order to attend church services. The new rule went into effect the last Sunday in November. The ban is part of more restrictions on those who have not received the shot in that nation. The Greek government this group of citizens will also be banned from indoor spaces unless they can provide proof of a negative covid test. That nation’s Prime Minister says Greece is in mourning unnecessarily because the rate of those who have taken the shot is only at 62 percent, a rate that is less than other European nations (The prime minister claims outbreaks are due to the low shot rates).

A providence in India has issued an extreme measure to get citizens in the area to take the shot. Take the shot or you will not be allowed to buy food. The mandate was announced recently by a senior official in the area. The leader says, “you better get jabbed, because you’re not allowed to go to the store and buy food if you don’t.” Another province in India is threatening to withhold food and pension payments to anyone who has family members that have not taken the shot. One critic on social media warned India is not the only country this method will be used in.

In our SNBC Health report: The health benefits of Vitamin K
This vitamin is a combination of vitamins K1 and K2. This nutrient is mostly known for its properties that aid with blood clotting and bone health. Vitamin K is beneficial to the body in other ways as well. According to researchers it assists the body not only in blood and bone health but helps with cognitive health. Vitamin K helps with heart health. It is mostly associated with dark leafy greens. The vitamin is naturally found in kale, collard greens, swiss chard, and Brussel sprouts. Vitamin K is known to work well with oils (ex. Olive oil) which helps it to absorb into the body better.  According to research certain medications (ex. Blood thinners) have a negative reaction to the consumption of Vitamin K foods; please consult with a trusted health care professional concerning medication and possible reactions when consuming large amounts of Vitamin K rich foods.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 21st, 2021

OSHA announces cancellation of vax mandate enforcement
Major news from OSHA this week. OSHA which stands for The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced they will put on hold the Biden Administration’s vaccine mandate. The order would have enforced the shot on private employers with 100 employees or more. The announcement was made after a federal court ordered a temporary stop to the mandate. A panel of three judges ruling in the case called the mandate fatally flawed, and that the order raises serious constitutional concerns. The ruling was made following several lawsuits from private business owners concerning the mandate. OSHA says of their decision, "While OSHA remains confident in its authority to protect workers in emergencies, OSHA has suspended activities related to the implementation and enforcement of the ETS pending future developments in the litigation." The Biden Administration turned over the enforcement of the mandate to OSHA following an executive order that the shot was needed to “stop the spread”. The organization would have fined businesses 14-thousand dollars per violation with an increase in the cost of the fine for each repeat violation over time. Attorneys for First Liberty Institute called the mandate a blatant overreach of the government. This announcement was made the same week that a US advisory announced its recommendation for all adults to receive booster shots. The Biden Administration is currently appealing this decision.

SNBC NEWS COVID WATCH: California, Austria, Maryland (FDA)
A school board in California has announced it will not mandate the shot for its students. The Calaveras Unified School District Board announced in a unanimous vote its students and staff will not be required to have the shot to attend or work in their district. This is the second school district in California that has refused to enforce the mandate. The governor of California has ordered a mandate for public schools that will go into effect in July of next year.

In Austria that nation has announced a lockdown for citizens who have not taken the shot or recovered after contracting COVID-19. The rule will apply to those eligible for the shot ages 12 and up. Austrians who have not received the shot can be monitored by the police and are only allowed to do basic activities like work, grocery shopping or going to school. Minimum exercise such as walking is also allowed. Police will be allowed to fine anyone out in public that has not received the shot. Critics called the rules apart of a police state government. This rule will affect two million citizens in Austria. Similar rules were just announced by governments in Norway and Germany. Officials in these countries claim the strict rules are to help stop the spread.

The FDA has announced a time frame regarding information released concerning trial results for Pfizer and other covid shot drugs. The organization says the over 300-thousand pages of research will be given out on a case-by-case basis for requests and could take time. According to their estimate the full results of the study may not be released until the year 2076…55 years from now. Critics call the announcement an attempt to hide the growing number of adverse reactions to the shots created by Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson. Supporters say the estimate is due to the length of the study and each release would have to go through the approval process and released according to each request. According to supporters this would make the process longer to release the entire content concerning study results.  

Church on college campus hosts Drag Show
A campus church is receiving criticism for holding a controversial event. According to reports a Methodist church on the Emory University’s campus was used to host a drag show. The show according to the report was a part of a homosexual pride event. Glenn Memorial Chapel was used as a runway for the event and deemed a safe place for LGBT inclusion according to a spokesperson. The podiums were draped in LGBT pride flags and the church’s representatives say Glenn Memorial is separate from the national Methodist organization and their policies are Anti-LGBT. Glenn Memorial representatives say they will continue to show support to this community.  This is a break from the national Methodist organization which adopted to continue its acknowledgement of the Bible and voted to not recognize a pro-LGBT agenda. The church has since fractured with various churches becoming independent due to their support of LGBT causes.

SNBC Health report: Building immunity naturally
According to reports the best way to build your body’s defense system naturally is through food and nutrients. The body’s ability to acquire protection through food is one of the best ways to help it fight against various illnesses. According to researchers these health segments are highlighted more during the cold months but are still valuable information to have throughout the year.  One of the first things researchers note is the importance of your daily routine: eating well, exercise, getting an appropriate amount of sleep, and limiting stress are considered good starting points to helping the body build its immunity. Eating foods rich in zinc, selenium, and vitamins C, D, and E are also important to assist the body’s immune system. The amount of each nutrient needed varies with age according to researchers. Those that participated in the study advise consulting a trusted healthcare professional and consider taking a supplement if you are unable to acquire all the nutrients recommended.