All posts by Alec Siegel
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Alec Siegel | June 27, 2016
Israel and Turkey Re-establish Diplomatic Ties
Palestinians could see increased aid as a result.
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Alec Siegel | June 24, 2016
America’s Anxiety at Record High, Especially Among Trump Supporters
Trump is a rule-breaker at a time when rules have led to anxieties.
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Alec Siegel | June 24, 2016
Brexit: What You Need to Know in the Aftermath of Britain’s Historic Vote
It will take up to two years to fully withdraw from the bloc.
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Alec Siegel | June 23, 2016
North Korea Amps Up Missile Testing with Two Launches Over Two Hours
The missiles have the capacity to hit Japan and Guam.
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Alec Siegel | June 22, 2016
#AirbnbWhileBlack: When Discrimination and the Gig Economy Intersect
Who is responsible?
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Alec Siegel | June 21, 2016
U.N. Report: 1 in 113 People on Earth Are Displaced
65.3 million human being are refugees, internally displaced, or seeking asylum.
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Alec Siegel | June 20, 2016
Once Marijuana Is Legal, Who Sets the Rules?
Who will lead in the wild west of weed?
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Alec Siegel | June 16, 2016
DNC’s Trump File Leaks Online: Are Russian Spies to Blame?
The hackers are nicknamed "COZY BEAR" and "FANCY BEAR."
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Alec Siegel | June 15, 2016
In 13 States And D.C., Affordable Care Act Premiums Will Rise 10 Percent In 2017
But that does't mean enrollees can't switch to lower-cost plans
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Alec Siegel | June 15, 2016
Extinct: Tiny Rodent Is First Mammal Claimed By Human-Induced Climate Change
Melomys rubicola lived on Bramble Cay, a speck of land in the Pacific.
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Alec Siegel | June 14, 2016
Man Kills Two Police Officers in Parisian Suburb, Pledges Support to ISIS
"Incontestably a terrorist act," said French President Francois Hollande
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Alec Siegel | June 14, 2016
Euro 2016: Clashes Erupt in Stadium, Spill onto Marseille Streets
Russian and English fans turn violent after a 1-1 draw
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Alec Siegel | June 13, 2016
Oregon Judge Recognizes a Person as Non-Binary
A victory for all who reject the two-gender ideology.
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Alec Siegel | June 10, 2016
Less Sex, Less Drugs: Today’s Teens Historically Cautious, New Study Finds
But computer and video game use is on the rise!
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Alec Siegel | June 9, 2016
Let’s Imagine an America Led by President Trump
What might that look like?
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Alec Siegel | June 9, 2016
Independent Tribunal Suspends Sharapova For Two Years After Banned Substance Use
The 29 year-old plans to appeal the decision.
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Alec Siegel | June 8, 2016
Preparing for a Potential President Trump, India and U.S. Make Agreements
Defense, economic, and environmental goals were discussed by the two leaders.
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Alec Siegel | June 7, 2016
State Department to Withhold Some Clinton Emails Until After Election
Particularly those concerning the highly contentious trade deal, TPP.
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Alec Siegel | June 7, 2016
Following Latest Incident, Navy Bans Alcohol For U.S. Sailors In Japan
The booze ban is in place indefinitely.
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Alec Siegel | June 6, 2016
As General Election Nears, Trump’s “Presidential Side” Still Nowhere To Be Seen
Will he ever clean up his act?
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Alec Siegel | June 4, 2016
Can A Human Cell Be Built From Scratch?
In a new proposal, scientists will try to find out.
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Alec Siegel | June 3, 2016
Baby Steps: France Initiates New Round of Israel-Palestine Peace Talks
But key figures were absent from the talks
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Alec Siegel | June 2, 2016
U.S. Imposes New Rules on Ivory Trade
Sales of the prized tusks are nearly banned
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Alec Siegel | June 2, 2016
In Fallujah, Offensive Stalls As Civilian Lives Are Threatened
20,000 children are trapped in the Iraqi city.
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Alec Siegel | June 1, 2016
Thailand’s Tiger Temple: Live Adults Removed, Frozen Cubs Discovered
Amid illegal trafficking accusations, Thai officials are removing all tigers from the premises
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Alec Siegel | June 1, 2016
Attack at Vegan Cafe in Tbilisi Underscores Wave of Radical Nationalists
The attackers flung meat and insults at the peaceful patrons.
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Alec Siegel | May 31, 2016
Trump Attacks Media, Calls Journalist a “Sleaze” During Tuesday Speech
Trump got sidetracked while making remarks about his charitable donations to veterans groups
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Alec Siegel | May 31, 2016
Turkey’s President: Birth Control Shouldn’t be Used by Muslim Women
Erdogan calls upon Turkish women to increase their descendants.
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Alec Siegel | May 27, 2016
“Chinese Americans for Trump” Members Attend Trump’s Anaheim Rally
They showed up ahead of the June 7 primary.
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Alec Siegel | May 27, 2016
Handshake Snafu in Switzerland Turns Into a “Slap in the Face” for Muslims
Switzerland has a hefty fine for Muslims who refuse to engage in the social norm.