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2020-03-27
A Reunion with Childhood
This is mine and my brother’s Nintendo Switch, although I use it the most since I have more free time. It has two joy-cons that slip lock into the main screen or can be slipped out to play one-handed or play with multiple people as multiple controllers. On the top left of the screen is each of our accounts, listed from left to right it would be my account, my middle brother’s, then my eldest brother. A lot of the games we play together are considered “party games” such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate (the first game on the left), some are single or two-player games that we end up taking turns playing in one sitting like Mario Odessey (the second from the left), Others would be a single-player game that each of us would play in each other account such as a social simulator like Animal Crossing (Furthest on the right). The weeks were slow and exhausting. Covid-19 caused whispers of fear throughout the neighborhood, from worry to frustration. One problem shared a lot with these households was the exhaustion of seeing the same people 24/7. Some had it harder than others, from parent to child and between siblings, irritation just burned between them as patience grew thin. As an introvert, I was one of the people that was excited about the lockdown! However, reality hit hard quickly. As more and more news about the virus spread and talks about other people experiencing the terrible aftermath grew. My family would convene every evening to turn on the news and witness how the world dealt with the virus. Similar to Kaashif Hajee in his The Pandemic Radically Altered My Relationship with India. I Don’t Know If I Can Ever Go Back writing, I felt like the world was on its head and things that I was blind to were revealed, such as the concealment of cases. Among actions that I was uneasy in facing were the required actions that the Saudi Government took but felt wrong, such as the banning of gathering for religious gatherings. While it is of course understandable, I could not deny the uncomfortable grip on my heart when, during the first day of Ramadan (April 1st), I witnessed the once full-of-life crowd become practically empty around the Kaaba. It hit really hard for me and my family, especially since it is kind of tradition to watch a Livestream when breaking our fast. Another issue due to the lockdown was the disconnect I felt with my two older brothers. We weren’t “disconnected” to the degree that we hated or were annoyed at each other (not always anyway). It was a “disconnect” that felt like we were there for the sake of being there, we talked for the sake of having a normal conversation, not because there was any meaning or purpose. I presume this comes partly due to the fact that we are all in different stages of our lives. We were all busy in our hectic lives but due to lockdown, we were kind of forced to interact to fulfill our societal needs. “You needed something to connect with!” our mother would tell all of us privately, but when you all have your own things to deal with it turns more difficult and stretched out. That is until my eldest brother bought something very nostalgic home. A brand new Nintendo Switch. At this point, this console made by Nintendo has been already released for a while, but with life being exhausting and taxing as it is, brothers and I were unable to get our hands on it, let alone any time to do so… until late march. My eldest brother took my mother’s words to heart and scoured the internet for something fun for us to do. One of the most fun things we used to do together was to play on Nintendo consoles like the Wii and play games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. These games were competitive to a fun degree, it never got too heated but with time and age, the family-friendly Wii console was forgotten. When the Nintendo Switch was released it took the world by storm. It’s fun and the joy-cons mechanisms were easy to use and split between multiple people, so we were ecstatic! We are lovers of anything nostalgic and now we were able to relive the fun competitiveness we shared in our childhood. What was even more nostalgic was Nintendo’s new Super Smash Bros Ultimate, a game that is connected to another game in the Wii during 2008 that we bonded closely with. It held the same premise, It was a beat ‘em up platformer-style game that had hundreds of story features as well as major customizable levels. Nintendo made the new Super Smash Bros Ultimate like its predecessor, but better with more features including fighting others online! With this, me and my brothers were able to talk like we used to, with no awkward pauses and long meaningless conversations. After receiving a Nintendo switch, my cousins, who I am very close with and missed greatly over lockdown, grabbed a hold of their own consoles and played with us through the internet. Although they were not as emotionally connected to the games, it was fun for them nevertheless, especially since they were the same age as me and my brothers when we first started playing on the Wii. I felt a sense of warmth that the Nintendo Switch did not only make me remember the warm feelings of childhood, where we had no worries and fears, but I was also able to see these same warm feelings occurring in my younger cousins. It gives me happiness and comfort knowing that even if Covid-19 was terrorizing the world, at least there are objects that are able to help shift your mind from hard matters into a more calm and safe place. -
2020-03-27
Walking Through Covid-19
During the height of the pandemic and quarantine, my family and I spent hours a day walking. We would walk through our neighborhood, the Metroparks, and we would find new trails and paths. One day they made an announcement that the country would be in quarantine for another month. my family and I were concerned and didn’t know what to expect. We were thinking how much longer can this be, what is our world coming to, and will everyone stay safe. we were unsure of our future. we decided to take a walk to clear our minds. During the walk, we came up to sidewalk chalk that said be positive with handprints, hearts, and other creative designs. It was a young girl who was designing these patterns and quotes and it made us realize that we need to stay positive during these tough times. It was a day we all remember during quarantine. -
2020-03-27
Pregnancy and Coronavirus: What You Need to Know
A blog post from Banner Health discussing pregnancy and Corona virus -
2020-03-27
Six heroes bring meals to Banner Olive Branch seniors during volunteer shortage
Facing a massive shortage of volunteers who normally serve 400 meals a day at Banner Olive Branch Senior Center, six volunteer heroes are stepping up to do the same work typically done by 200 volunteers. -
2020-03-27
Donating PPE
Université du Québec à Montréal donated PPE to hospitals at the beginning of the pandemic. -
2020-03-27
Social Distancing and Quarantine Were Used in Medieval Times to Fight the Black Death
A medieval Italian legislation document, dating from 1377, reveals that social distancing and quarantine measures were practiced during the bubonic plague. The article describes what measures seaport towns took to screen and isolate ships before their goods and crews could enter these populations Also, it discusses the advent of plague hospitals, how the word quarantine came to be, and 14th century public health structure. As far as medicine and technology has advanced over the centuries, we are still using some of the same practices that were used seven centuries ago. It illustrates how much we can still learn from the past. -
2020-03-27
The Struggles Of Small Businesses During Covid-19
During the coronavirus pandemic, financial inclusion is more critical than ever. Small businesses are vulnerable to the health and economic impact of this global pandemic. They are less likely to have access to quality and affordable health care and paid leave to care for sick family members or themselves. Without appropriate savings, credit, and insurance it will be hard for them to weather the storm and deal with business disruptions and maintain a stable livelihood. Small businesses are at the heart of America's economy but hundreds of thousands of them have been pushed to the brink of failure due to Covid-19. I live on the southside of San Antonio and here there are multiple small businesses that I see everyday. Recently, I see signs in front of businesses that speak to me and worry about the families it is going to affect with the closure of the business. Since the pandemic most businesses do not have the cash flow for three months of expenses. -
2020-03-27
Alberta health minister ‘needs to step down’ after angrily confronting doctor over Facebook meme: analyst
Political scientist Duane Bratt says Alberta’s health minister needs to resign from his position, or be removed from caucus, after it came to light he and his wife went to a doctor’s personal home and angrily confronted them over a meme. -
2020-03-27
Marginalized groups in a pandemic
This article is focused on how COVID-19 affected a pregnant woman's birthing experience, especially harming black and native women. This article is very interesting to read and compare it to Brittany's story. Shaine Garcia and Brittany both were hoping for a healthy and smooth experience while giving birth, and COVID did not let that happen for them. The author mentions how the rules implemented allowed no visitors or accompany in these appointments. This prevented doulas and midwives from also being there. Those who were fortunate enough to have home births, midwives, or doulas were at advantage compared to those who could not afford this privilege. “Among mothers with low socioeconomic status, 18.7 percent of white women reported mistreatment compared to 27.2 percent of women of color. Indigenous women were the most likely to report experiencing at least one form of mistreatment by health-care providers during birth, followed by Black and Hispanic women,” says the Giving Voice to Mothers study.” This is the reason many prefer to have doulas because the black maternal mortality rate is twelve times a white woman. There are many disadvantages to those that could not have a home birth or the presence of extra support while giving birth. It is a very dangerous situation for these marginalized groups of women, that are not being treated correctly, especially during a pandemic where they are likely to face it alone. This correlates to the criteria of an item that attempts to fill an archival silence and amplify the voices of marginalized groups. Many people are not aware of the mistreatment happening to black and native women in hospitals. Doulas and midwives are there to help support and protect the mother in many more ways than people know, and because of covid-19, these privileges are being taken away. Although this article doesn’t specify those women who can’t afford them anyway, these women are being silenced. This article serves the purpose to educate and inform those that it is an issue going on and possibly getting worse during the pandemic. This is an article that shares the experiences of black and native pregnant women and how their experiences differ much more than other women. It was found through research. -
2020-03-27
Class of 2020
Holding a piece of toilet paper, everything within this picture symbolizes what has occurred in 2020, particularly to the graduating class. -
2020-03-27
Potato Soup for the Soul
90-year-old Geneva Wood overcame Covid-19 despite a serious diagnosis. In her own words, she describes feeling grateful to hold her kids and enjoy time with them. Geneva said that anytime she was ill, all she wanted was potato soup. Jonathan Vigliotti reports that, “She says she was only one bowl of potato soup away from this story being an obituary.” Geneva’s story demonstrates the power of family, home cooking, and the hope of healing. -
2020-03-27
Jewish Melbourne: 'COVID-90 special KA guidelines for Pesach 5780 – 2020'
Guidelines provided by Rabbinic Administrator of The Kashrut Authority, Rabbi Moshe D. Gutnick -
2020-03-27
“Bear Signs ILY in Northborough” A Bear Hunt in Northborough Massachusetts
To increase social connection without decreasing social distancing, Northborough, MA residents were encouraged to place a teddy bear in a visible location in or outside their house. Those walking outside or driving around the town could see how many they could find hidden among the community’s houses. This was done after a Facebook Live reading of the children’s book “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury. This photo is of my family’s Bear out in our front window! Here is the related article that explains the Bear Hunt: https://www.communityadvocate.com/2020/03/25/northborough-families-are-going-on-a-bear-hunt/. -
2020-03-27
Hyderabad Checkpoint Enforcement
Violators of the curfew in Hyderabad, India, are struck with lathi sticks when stopped by police at a traffic checkpoint. The people who recorded the video are laughing because lockdown violators were warned not to venture outside after curfew. -
2020-03-27
Senior Pictures Capture the Feeling of Graduation Day
This is the story of a 2020 high school graduate, Nicholas Reyan, in Pennsylvania. His mother owns a photography studio--one that takes the senior pictures you see in yearbooks. This year there was no graduation, so they set out to create photographic representations of what graduating now is like. Enjoy! -
2020-03-27
Coronavirus Suit Filed Against ICE and Bristol County Sheriff
A class action for emergency release has been filed in federal court by individuals in civil immigration detention at imminent risk of COVID-19 infection due to life-threatening conditions in the Bristol County House of Corrections run by Sheriff Thomas Hodgson. The complaint, filed by Lawyers for Civil Rights and Yale Law School’s Worker and Immigrant Rights Advocacy Clinic in partnership with the Brazilian Worker Center, contains alarming accounts of cruel and inhumane conditions: guards who report to work with coronavirus symptoms, and detained individuals who are still being brought into the facility – amidst the contagion – without any medical testing or screening. Even after one of the individuals who recently arrived fell severely ill, Bristol County and ICE failed to provide sanitizer or disinfectant. The immigrants bringing this case are literally trapped, and subject to imminent infection, illness and death because of their detention conditions under Sheriff Hodgson and ICE. In filing this complaint, Maria Alejandra, Julio Cesar, and their peers seek emergency release and alternatives to detention for all immigrants experiencing life-threatening conditions in Bristol County. -
2020-03-27
Plague Journal, Day 14: Grieving Ambiguously
I'm keeping a Covid-19 Journal. Here's the latest entry, as The Girlfriend and The Kid stay on the mend and north Brooklyn fills with the sound of ambulance sirens. -
2020-03-27
Luna Loca Offers Take-Out During California's Shelter-In-Place Orders
Following Contra Costa County's shelter-in-place orders, local restaurants began offering take-out and delivery options to keep their businesses alive. Many believed this would be the solution to a short term problem only to quickly realize this would be the new reality for months. Danville residents were quick to support local businesses by purchasing gift cards and ordering take-out and delivery. This screenshot shows a photograph of the Mexican food restaurant, Luna Loca. Luna Loca has been in business in Danville, California for 40 years. It is difficult to see a local institution that is typically bustling with customers so quiet. Hopefully their efforts, combined with community support, will allow them to weather the storm of the COVID-19 pandemic. -
2020-03-27
Message to Students from L.C. Kerr Elementary School
This photograph shows how teachers at L.C. Kerr Elementary School have been able to communicate with their students even while schools have been out of session -
2020-03-27
Qashqai Wedding; Unique Ceremony of Iranian Nomadic People
"One of the happiest and most indigenous celebrations in Iran is the Qashqa’i wedding. The people of this tribe do their best to hold a glorious ceremony." -
2020-06-04
Graduation
The global pandemic has been hard on so many people and has forced everyone in the world to adjust their lives to what is going around in the air. It has been especially hard to assimilate to the new way of college. Luckily I just finished my sophomore year at DePaul, but for many of my close friends their times at DePaul have come to an end. It has been a sudden and abrupt end to their college years. They went from working and hanging with friends to stuck at home and not being able to live up the last year of college with friends they have spent college with. This has been tough for everyone to see close friends have to leave a place they have been accustomed to for 4 years and to leave the ones who have built some of the deepest and closest friendships people can experience. COVID 19 has robbed the seniors of the pinnacle of their college life. -
2020-03-27
Patient is getting much better after the treatment
Patient is being thankful to the doctor due to COV 19 -
2020-03-27
Burchfield Primary School Parent Club Flower Hunt
Parents of local schoolchildren invited city residents to hang paper flowers in their front windows to provide local students at home the opportunity to go on a scavenger hunt while on walks or drives. Similar projects featuring hearts, rainbows, and signs of encouragement were completed around the world. -
2020-03-27
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Public Service Announcement
“Throughout this difficult time, the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska will continue to be a cornerstone of support in our communities.” -
2020-03-27
Coronavirus: Happy hour goes virtual as people try to be sociable while social distancing during COVID-19 crisis
This article details the ways people are adjusting their social behaviors during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Technologies typically used in a professional setting, like Zoom, are now providing opportunities for people to connect on a personal level during California's shelter-in-place orders. -
2020-03-27
Music: A Light During the Pandemic
This entry focuses on the transition to online learning in order to practice social distancing. Prior to the pandemic, I would have to wake up early to go to school. Then, I'd quickly run home after school, so that I would be punctual to my guitar lesson. As the tide has turned, this is no longer my reality. Now, I do online schooling and guitar lessons within the comfort of my own room, at any hour of the day. An hour of light-hearted life chats, bluesy riffs, and all sorts of musical banter relieves my good friend, guitar teacher, and myself of our quarantine blues. This is us, this is our quarantine lyfe. -
2020-03-27
Blog Post: Life in Tokyo Update 3/27/2020
A blog post by an American postdoctoral scholar living in Tokyo, about his experience of self-isolation and working from home. -
2020-03-27
Calm in the Time of Coronavirus
Psychology Professor Susan Orsillo offers advice for practicing mindfulness amid the unprecedented challenges posed by COVID-19, and anxiety expert David Langer, also on the Psychology faculty, has tips for families as they cope with a host of fears and responsibilities during the coronavirus pandemic. "It is natural for us to feel anxious about COVID-19, given how quickly our routines have become disrupted," says Orsillo. "Many people are struggling with significant challenges: the illness of a friend or relative, financial struggles, balancing childcare with work, loneliness, and the disappointment of canceled plans. Practicing mindfulness involves acknowledging that these stressors are real and painful and being kind to ourselves." -
2020-03-27
Procreate Care Pack
Procreate is the bestselling iPad app for artists. When lockdown began in Australia, they launched a month-long campaign to encourage people to draw every day, and share their artwork with the community. The idea behind the Procreate Care Pack was to respond to the situation in a positive way, and keep people connected with one another through an isolating time. It resonated strongly with Procreate artists all over the world. -
03/27/2020
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro "Showtime," New Orleans, LA
With gigs canceled due to the pandemic stay-at-home order, Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro features the music of musicians who were scheduled to perform that evening. This post features recordings by Jason Marsalis and Benny Goodman. -
2020-03-27
Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation Chairman Addresses Decision to Declare State of Emergency
Tribal Chairman Anthony Roberts on the State of Emergency, COVID-19, and securing the Nation's long-term welfare. "We took these steps because it was the right thing to do." -
2020-03-27
Signs From Around: #9, Portland, OR
"Signs From Around: #9, Portland, OR" is part of a series exploring the signage surrounding COVID-19 from different parts of the world. Business owners give looters a heads up. #FordhamUniversity #VART3030 #SignsFromAroundSeries -
2020-03-27
Brass-A-Holics Perform "I'll Fly Away" to Honor the Deceased, New Orleans, LA
Members of Brass-A-Holics, a staple New Orleans Brass Band, perform "I'll Fly Away" in honor of those who have passed during COVID-19. It is customary in New Orleans to celebrate the lives of those who have passed with a second line parade featuring brass music. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have passed and their loved ones are limited in how they can commemorate them. In a facebook post, Brass-A-Holics states: "We lost some people this week 🙏 who unfortunately can’t have a traditional funeral. The least we could do... is what we do!!!!!! Our hearts and our prayers go out to their families. . . . #traditionaljazz #neworleansstyle #neworleansculture #visitneworleans #neworleanstours #NewOrleans #Nola #community #advocates #socialjustice #musicians #culturebearers #goodvisitorguide #dauphinetalesphotography #trombone" -
2020-03-27
Our Forgotten Parks
May 5th, 2020 COVID-19 has a larger impact than just our economy and the shut in of our population. With schools being closed and classes being moved to online, it is also our public education that is being afflicted by this virus. While economic recessions come and go, missed opportunities for education are sometimes looked over and forgotten, missing their mark on improving someone’s life. Many parks, historical sites, and zoos are currently closed and unable to provide the people an opportunity to explore the world around them. The photo above is the Salem Pioneer Village in Forest River Park and offers a genuine educational look at the puritan ways of life in early Salem. The park offers tours and select hours of operation, meaning it isn’t always open for the public. So a forced closure of this public park has a significant impact, very similar to many other locations that are not privately owned. While this park is small, there are many very large parks that are completely closed and inaccessible to the public. Some of these places being of significance, Acadia National Park, the only national park in New England is currently closed. Another is the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, better known as the AT, is currently closed off to hikers during the best time of the year to accomplish this great feat. COVID-19 will present a significant obstacle in the recovering phase of many of the parks and educational sites throughout the U.S.; however, it does provide an opportunity for nature to relax and not deal with human interaction. -
2020-03-27
Quechan Tribe Reassures that Drinking Water Isn't Contaminated with Virus
“Per the US Environmental Protection Agency's regulations for public water systems, our trained and certified operators carefully test each month the water produced by our two wells. The test results confirm that our water is safe to drink and to use for cooking, washing, and so on. The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has not been detected in drinking water supplies, and based on current scientific evidence, the risk to water supplies is low.” #IndigenousStories -
2020-03-27
Studying during COVID-19
The slogan on this image reflects the nature of studying in isolation during COVID-19. The image features on UTas student communication emails that provide information on the university's response to the pandemic. - HUM402 -
2020-03-27
West Jefferson Medical Center Receives Donated Lunch, Westwego, LA
West Jefferson Medical Cente thanks the local Subway for providing lunch to medical personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
2020-03-27
Therapy Dog Thor Visits West Jefferson Medical Center, Westwego, LA
Therapy Dog Thor makes his rounds at the hospital providing some stress relief to staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
2020-03-27
West Jefferson Medical Center Featured in Drew Brees Interview, Westwego, LA
New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees donated 5 million dollars to help deliver meals to needy people in Louisiana. An interview with Brees on the TODAY show featured images of West Jefferson Medical Center. -
2020-03-27
West Jefferson Medical Center Receives Italian Food Donation, Westwego, LA
West Jefferson Medical Center thanks local restaurant for donating spaghetti and meatball dinners to its Emergency Room night "krewe." -
2020-03-27
Ice cream from 6 feet away
We went out for ice cream one night because it was the only thing left to do. I guess somebody sick was there too because they closed a week later. -
2020-03-27
"The Hermit Herald" vol. 1 Issue 4
Senator’s inside trading; Things to do while inside; job losses. -
2020-03-27
The Covid Diaries Entry #4
My experiences of this pandemic.Entry 4. enjoying two plus hot showers a day. March 27, 2020. -
2020-03-27
California's Agua Caliente Tribe Closes Casino, One of the Largest Employers in Coachella Valley
"""Stay healthy and safe during this challenging time,"" Tribal Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe said. ""We remain hopeful and are eager for the day we can reopen. Since time immemorial, the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians has been resilient in overcoming major challenges and obstacles. We will get through this together, Coachella Valley."" #IndigenousStories" -
2020-03-27
Stimulus package changes federal student loan policy, pays those in need
The Suffolk Journal, Suffolk University's student run newspaper, reports on federal changes to student loans. -
2020-03-27
The Religious Right’s Hostility to Science Is Crippling Our Coronavirus Response
This article talks about Trump's towards the corona virus pandemic and how the denial of science and critical thinking amongst religious ultraconservatives is affecting the American repsonse to the covid 19 outbreak. The article talks about how religious ultraconservative people in America are in denial of the facts about the pandemic because they have a religious response towards the virus which in result causes a lack of concern amongst those groups of people. -
2020-03-27
Coronavirus changes Lent Bishops permit Catholics to eat meat on Fridays
In this article it shows how an observance is affected for Catholics. Bishops around the nation are given special permission for parishioners to eat meat on Fridays during Lent. Their reasoning is that people have giving up so much already, i.e. gatherings, mass and other activities. In addition to social distancing food stores have sparse if not empty shelves in terms what is available for the special dietary rules for Lent. They want to ease the difficulties in finding food as well as making sure they are not endangering their health in order to fulfill their requirements for Lent. -
2020-03-27
Threat to Tribal Sovereignty: Bureau of Indian Affairs Moves to Disestablish Mashpee Wampanoag Reservation Amid Pandemic
In an emotional message, Chairman Cromwell addresses his dismay that amid the record confirmed cases of the coronavirus that he was informed that his tribe's reservation was being disestablished and the land taken out of trust. "Not since the termination era of the mid-twentieth century has a Secretary taken action to disestablish a reservation." #IndigenousStories -
2020-03-27
History of Pandemics
An article about pandemics in history. -
2020-03-27
Prayers restricted across Central Minnesota mosques amid COVID-19 fears
The article discusses the fears regarding religious gatherings and COVID-19 in central Minnesota. Specifically, the mosques and islamic religious centers of central Minnesota recently called for an end of mass gatherings, prayers, meetings, and weekend classes until it would be considered safe to do so. While many members of the community agree with the decision of local congregation leaders, many have concerns with the virus interrupting the famous islamic tradition and holiday of Ramadan. As Ramadan starts in April and lasts well through May, many people are worried they will not get to pray or worship during this religious holiday. While congregation leaders have not quite extended shut downs that far in advance yet, they said they will not hesitate to act in order to protect the community.