SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 16th, 2022

SNBC NEWS was CANCELLED for Sunday January 16th due to weather conditions in the Charlotte area. Stay warm and please enjoy this SNBC NEWS WEB EXCLUSIVE until out next broadcast.

SNBC NEWS UPDATE: Top Tennis player deported from Australia 
Novak Djokovic, the number one male tennis player in the world has been deported. The deportation after several weeks of back and forth between Djokovic’s legal team, the Australian government and pressure from fans and even leaders of other nations. The controversy started when the player entered Australia for the Australian open. Initially, Djokovic was allowed to enter the nation for the tournament despite not receiving the covid shot. A vocal opponent of the covid shot, Djokovic’s legal team says the player had covid in December of 2021 and there was no need for him to be required to take the shot. Australian officials approved his entry into the nation. The approval was quickly changed after Djokovic arrived in that nation. The tennis player was forced into a detention hotel. Djokovic used the time to raise awareness to expose the treatment of others in the same detention center. The player according to reports received a hero’s welcome when he returned to Serbia. The president of that nation has criticized Djokovic’s treatment. Following deportation French nationals announced all players ad sports fans attending the French open must have received the covid shot to play or attend. 

SNBC HEALTH NEWS:  adding more olive oil to your diet for health benefits. 
According to a recent study adding more olive oil to your diet may help concerning preventative measures. Olive oil has been known for its health properties for quite some time. According to researchers the oil may help as a preventative measure against illnesses when consumed regularly. When added to a healthcare regimen on a regular basis doctors believe olive oil helps build up a defense. It helps the body fight against cancer, heart disease and respiratory issues. Olive oil has anti-inflammatory properties and is rich in antioxidants. The anti-inflammatory properties help fight against rheumatoid arthritis. Olive oil is also believed to help fight against type 2 diabetes and assists in cognitive health.  Researchers suggested consuming olive oil more over butter or margarine. Dairy products are good sources of calcium, which is beneficial to bone health. Margarine is artificially created and usually frowned upon due to high artificial and trans fats. 

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 9th, 2022

Supreme Court continues hearings on Covid mandate
The US Supreme Court will resume on tomorrow hearing arguments against covid shot mandates. The hearing started last week and arguments on both sides should conclude soon. The Biden’s Administration’s mandate was suspended by OSHA until these hearings have concluded. Several state attorney generals sued the federal government after the mandates were passed through an executive order. The federal mandate has cost thousands of Americans their jobs, and shortages in key areas such as law enforcement and the medical field. The Biden Administration claims mandates are necessary to slow the spread of Covid-19. Critics say these kinds of mandates are an overreach of federal government and the beginning of socialism in America. Analysts believe the now more conservative Supreme court will vote against the mandates. The court is majority conservative at a 6 to 3. According to reports the justices have shown sympathy to the case from the state of Ohio and have voiced that OSHA does not have the power to enforce this kind of mandate.

Tennis player detained by Australian officials over covid shot
Conservatives here in the US are warning a case in Australia could be the future of the US without intervention. Australian officials are facing worldwide criticism after the detention of the number one tennis player in the world. Tennis star Novak Djokovic is currently being held in a detention hotel facing deportation from Australia due to his covid shot status. Djokovic has been a vocal opponent of the covid shot and has refused to disclose his medical history to Australian officials. Initially the government gave the tennis player an exemption to play in the Australian Open. Once he arrived in Australia, Djokovic was detained and threatened with being deported. The situation has caused issues between the nation of Serbia and Australia, where Djokovic is a citizen. The president of Serbia and the tennis player’s father have voiced their opposition to his detention. The tennis star has used the situation to point out others who are also detained in the same holding facility. Djokovic says the conditions in the facility are not good and they are being treated like criminals. Australian officials issued lockdowns in Melbourne where the tournament is held for most of its citizens in 2020 and 2021 totaling 256 days. Citizens in the area that have not received the shot can only leave their homes to buy groceries, care for a relative, or to go get the covid shot. According to reports the city of Melbourne has reported 92 percent of its residents have received the shot. New cases according to officials are rising in that city. A second tennis player has also been detained according to an update on this story because of her covid shot status.

SNBC NEWS UPDATE: UN removes statue
A controversial sculpture is being removed from the UN. The beast according to the artist was a statue depicting a guardian of international peace and security. Critics pointed out that the statute, depicting a beast with the body of a jaguar, claws, and wings of a dragon resembled a similar description in the Bible that describes a beast in the Book of Revelation. The statue also was similar to the depiction of an Aztec and Mayan deity that was the god of chaos and war. A spokesperson for the UN says the statue was not permanent and the removal was planned long before the controversy. The statue was gifted by the government of Oaxaca located in Southern Mexico.

SNBC Health report: the health benefits of ashwagandha
This herb has been used around the world and is known in the US as an anti-stress supplement. Ashwagandha has other benefits that are beneficial to the human body. It helps relieve stress and anxiety according to a study that followed over 100 adults for 90 days. The herb is known to improve cognitive health and improves sleep. It is also known to boost immunity, fight against infections and other diseases. Ashwagandha has anti-inflammatory properties and is considered beneficial against arthritis. The herb is considered relatively safe, but researchers advise getting the best version of it when purchasing.

 (ex. Buying 100 percent organic, with no fillers added to the herb, etc.) be sure to consult with a trusted healthcare professional before adding new items to your healthcare regimen.

SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 2nd, 2022

Pastor wins case in the UK
A pastor in the United Kingdom is celebrating a legal victory. Pastor Chizumie Dyer was fined in February of last year for literally witnessing the Gospel. The pastor was fined by Nottingham police for witnessing the Gospel and holding outdoor services for the homeless in her community. During the service, attendees were ministered to and fed a hot meal. Pastor Dyer was fined 21-thousand dollars for the outdoor services during nationwide lockdowns in Great Britain. According to reports, the pastor had filed the appropriate paperwork to have the gathering with the city prior to the event. However, police reporting to the scene claimed the worship service was illegal.  The Nottingham Magistrates Court ruled in favor of the pastor, ordering the local government to pay all legal fees. Pastor Dyer says she is pleased with the outcome and encouraged other Christians in Great Britain to remember the importance of witnessing the Gospel to the most vulnerable. She says some of the guests commented that they were contemplating suicide prior to attending this event.

USA Swimming officials resign over a transgender swimmer
A USA Swimming official has resigned saying she is taking a stand concerning a continuing controversy. Cynthia Millen submitted a letter of resignation near the end of the last year. In the letter, Millen said she could no longer take part in a sport that allows biological men to compete against women. The resignation stems from a swimmer allowed to participate on the University of Pennsylvania’s swim team. The swimmer is a biological man but claims to identify as a woman and has been allowed to swim with the women’s team. The swimmer had previously competed on the men’s team and is now dominating the women’s swim competitions. Millen along with other critics has pointed out the swimmer has an advantage over the female swimmers due to being a biological male. A larger lung capacity, and a larger skeletal frame, are just a few biological advantages that critics say males have over females. According to reports, female swimmers have left races literally in tears following meets against the swimmer; members of the University of Pennsylvania women’s swim team even contemplated boycotting their final race but feared persecution from the LGBT community. Cynthia Millen says allowing a biological male to swim against women in college races could end up destroying women’s competitive swimming. (the competitive swimmer goes by the name Lia Thomas and has commented on how “easy” swimming against biological women has been).

NC sheriff refuses to remove Bible scripture on an office wall
A North Carolina sheriff says he will not take down a sign after pressure from an atheist organization. Sheriff Jody Greene is refusing to remove a Bible scripture on a wall inside of the Columbus County Sheriff’s Department. The scripture, Philippians 4:13 is featured on the wall of the office building. The sheriff says the scripture inspires and motivates him and his staff as they strive to protect the community. Atheist organization Freedom from Religion Foundation says the scripture alienates a huge portion of the American population. Sheriff Greene responded to the organization on social media. In his post, the sheriff says he was raised in church and his motivation comes from Jesus Christ. Greene added that the department’s officers pray before serving warrants or any service that puts them in harm’s way. The scripture on the wall according to the sheriff was paid for by private donations, not public funds and he has no plans of taking it down.

SNBC Health report: company issues nationwide recall
a nationwide recall has been issued by Procter & Gamble. The company has issued a voluntary recall nationwide for several of its dry shampoo products including Pantene, Hair Food, and Aussie Dry Shampoo and conditioner products. The dry aerosol products contain an ingredient called benzene. Benzene is described as a colorless, or light-yellow chemical and is known for being highly flammable. The ingredient according to the recall statement can cause anemia and leukemia with long-term use. The recall efforts also include a warning about inhaling the product, which can cause symptoms such as dizziness and an irregular heartbeat. The company previously issued a recall for its aerosol deodorant sprays like Old Spice and Secret. This is the eighth benzene recall according to the FDA. We will post the full list of products listed in this recall on our SNBC New tab at vccenter.net. (Please remember when it comes to any items that are used on your body to read labels and ask questions to trusted healthcare professionals).

(Recalled products listed below)

Production Code Ranges (to determine if product is in scope of recall)

Description

UPC

in the range of 0002-0248 or 9298-9350

Waterless Dry Conditioner Weightless Smooth, 3.6oz.

37000543954

in the range of 0009-0069 or 9297-9350

Waterless Dry Conditioner Instant Moisture, 3.6oz.

37000543831

in the range of 0084-0085 or 9284-9361

Waterless Dry Conditioner Weightless Smooth, .98oz.

37000544111

in the range of 0017-0100 or 9283-9284

Waterless Dry Conditioner Instant Moisture, .98oz.

37000544227

0038

Pantene Sultry Bronde All in One Luxury Mist, 4.9oz.

80878188710

in the range of 0183-0365 or 1042-1046

Pantene Smooth Talker Dry Conditioning Oil, 3.9oz.

80878192397

in the range of 0048-0336 or 1008-1218 or 9247-9349

Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioning Mist, 3.9oz.

80878190898

in the range of 9108-9303

Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioning Mist, 3.9oz.

80878188758

in the range of 0107-0262 or 9112-9288

Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioning Mist, 1.0oz.

80878188765

in the range of 0307 or 9263-9266

Pantene Gold Series Instant Nourishing Spray, 4.9oz.

80878188987

0021 or 1038 or in the range of 9294-9325

Aussie Smooth Vibes Dry Conditioner, 4.9oz.

381519187957

in the range of 9196-9246

Aussie Petal Soft Dry Conditioner, 4.9oz.

381519187544

in the range of 0014-0062 or 9198-9349

Aussie Sleekend Warrior Dry Conditioner, 4.9oz.

381519187537

in the range of 9047-9072

Herbal Essences Blue Ginger Refresh Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

190679001498

in the range of 0015-0314 or 1004-1019 or 9028-9348

Herbal Essences White Grapefruit & Mint Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

190679000262

in the range of 0167-0308 or 1105-1106 or 9049-9348

Herbal Essences White Strawberry & Sweet Mint Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

190679000255

0093 or 1075 or in the range of 9029-9294

Herbal Essences Cucumber & Green Tea Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

190679000248

in the range of 0036-0329 or 1019-1098 or 9023-9312

Herbal Essences Cucumber & Green Tea Dry Shampoo, 1.7oz.

190679000330

in the range of 9009-9058

Pantene Dry Shampoo No Water Refresh, 4.9oz.

80878177042

in the range of 9025-9260

Pantene Dry Shampoo Sheer Volume, 4.9oz.

80878185276

in the range of 0006-0364 or 1074-1133 or 9157-9329

Pantene Never Tell Dry Shampoo, 4.2oz.

80878188727

in the range of 0139-0140

Aussie After Hours Dry Shampoo Texture Spray, 4.9oz.

381519187834

in the range of 0013-0300 or 1038 or 9189

Aussie Tousle Hustle Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

381519187285

in the range of 0013-00357 or 1018-1123 or 9189-9345

Aussie Bounce Back Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

381519187278

in the range of 9047-9123

Aussie Clean Color Protect Shampoo, 4.9oz.

381519187360

in the range of 9072-9176

Aussie Clean Texture Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

381519187285

9085

Aussie Clean Volume Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

381519187278

in the range of 0004-0357 or 9291-9344

Waterless Dry Shampoo No Residue, 3.7oz.

37000543787

in the range of 0175-0176 or 9295-9297

Waterless Dry Shampoo No Residue, 1oz.

37000543978

in the range of 0027-0192 or 9007

Hair Food Coconut Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

37000876717

in the range of 9046-9228

Old Spice Fiji Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

37000779421

in the range of 9040-9239

Old Spice Pure Sport Dry Shampoo, 4.9oz.

37000785170

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

MERRY CHRISTMAS on behalf of the SNBC NEWS FOR LIFE Ministry of Helps team!

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.