VA OKs Bill To Likely Close Most Abortion Clinics By The Associated Press (February 24, 2011)

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5hYxFBGFa480NLjb8DF8KQfUN7Ppg?docId=35dd93604c4b4c4dae6f88d8a83a3269

Summary:

A new Virginia bill will require abortion clinics to meet the same standards as hospitals. This bill, that will be signed by Virginia Govenor Bob McDonnell, would cause 17 out of the state's 21 clincs to close down. Controversey has erupted because many clinics that would be forced to close tend to be in poor areas, causing the "poor women" to not be able to have an abortion. It's not just abortions being preformed in these clinics, they provide birth control, cancer screenings, and other services relating to women's health. Although one side is against the bill, the other side says that this bill is needed. Apparently abortion clinics in Virginia have not met minimal safety and health standards for more than 25 years. If similar procedures need to meet certain health standards, why not this procedure as well?

5W's:
Who: Govenor Bob McDonnell
What: Will be passing a new bill relating to abortion clinics
When: The bill was approved February 24, 2011. (The bill will become law in July)
Where: Virginia
Why: To make abortion clinics meet the same requirements of hospitals.

Is This Journalism?:

I would say "yes," this is journalism. This article shows society some thing about itself, helping it to be more self-governing. (In this case, the "Virginian society.") It informs the reader about an issue and even encourages the reader to comment about the bill to the state's Board of Health. It provides both sides of the argument equally so that the reader can choose for themself which side to follow.

Conclusion:
CBT: Creation: Language Arts: All men are created equal in God's sight. We are all made in God's image.

Anyone who knows me well knows that I am pro-life. Although I am pro-life, I also believe that all medical procedures should meet the same requirements. Although a "no abortion" bill would be a million times better, this bill is good. Just because I don't believe in abortion does not mean that I think that the procedure should put a woman's life even more at risk. Women should be treated with the same value, dignity, and respect in getting an abortion or visiting her OB-GYN as a man going to get a prostate exame. It is a medical procedure, it should meet by the same medical requirements.

But because all men are created equal, abortion should be considered murder.

Ashlee Simpson & Pete Wentz Have a Post-Split Lunch By Dahvi Shira and Pernilla Cedenheim Monday February 14, 2011

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20466348,00.html



Just another Hollywood divorce...



Sadly, this adorable face couldn't stop it...

 Summary
Another Hollywood romance down the drain. After almost 3 years of marriage, couple Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz are getting a divorce. Despite this horrid tragedy in the land of fame, the two where seen at the Beverly Hills Hotel having lunch with their 2-year-old son, Bronx. Although the copule are not getting back together, they are going to stay friends and continue to take care of their son. "Why the split?" one would ask, apparently the couple "difted apart" by not spending enough time together.

5W's
Who: Ashlee Simpson, Pete Wentz, and Bronx Wentz
What: Where seen eating lunch together after filing for divorce.
When: February 14th, 2011
Where: The Beverly Hills Hotel
Why: Because they were hungry and wanted to eat food like normal people (also because they are friends and want to be good parents to their son).

Is This Journalism?
I would say that this article is not journalism. It does not teach me how to be self governing. The only thing I "learn" is that another couple is calling it quits. It's just another blurb of celebrity gossip so people with "blan" lives can have something "interesting" to talk about. If it teaches me anything, it is that it is ok to stalk people and tell national magazines their personal business (and you can get paid to do it too)!

Conclusion
CBT: Evangelism: Social Science: God has specific directions (absolute law) concerning man's relationship to both Himself and his fellow man.
Although I am happy that Wentz and Simpson are trying to make things ok for their son, the thing that popped into my head was this: God hates divorce. Don't believe me? Look at Malachi 2:16. During His ministry, Jesus spoke out against divorce. It is quite sad how nearly half of the marriages in America end in divorce. Personally, ending a marriage because people "grow apart" is a pathetic excuse! You had vows, "'Til death do us part." TIL DEATH! Not "'Til I get tired of you." It seems as if no one really cares anymore and marriage is just becoming a joke, not a sacred union between two people. What people fail to realise is that the relationship between husband and wife is like the relationship between Christ and the church. Love is a choice, not something that comes so easily. It's not some feeling you get when someone gives you flowers, but it's still treating someone with kindness and respect even when they destroyed your favorite teddy bear. A perfect example of love is Jesus Christ. Although we beat Him, mocked Him, and rejected Him, He still loved us enough to die for us. Despite all the times we sinned against Him, He's still waiting for us with open arms, ready to take us back.

Speical report: Cyber bullying By Lenise Ligon Wednesday, 09 Feb 2011

http://www.fox10tv.com/dpp/news/special_reports/speical-report%3A-cyber-bullying

An innocent cell phone, or a weapon of mass destruction?

Summary
As with every new advancement, new consequences emerge. With the benefit of all this new technology that is so readily availble, dangers arose. Unfortunately, these new dangers seem to primarily affect teenagers. This article by Lenise Ligon, of Fox 10 News of Alabama, was prompted by parents who wanted to know what to do in regards to the use of social networking sites and cell phones, which is becoming quite common among their children.
Instead of the playground and school hallways, bullies have now gone online to "burn pages" where anyone can rant about people or topics which they dislike intensely. At times, things online can end up in real life. At Mary G. Montgomery High School in Alabama, a 16-year-old was arrested because he threated to bring a gun to class. Where could this threat be found? The teenager posted his threat on a burn page. It seems as if many children are experiencing cyber bullying. Unfortunately, some of them take their lives as a result of it.
Alabama has laws against cyber bullying and you can see an excerpt of them on the link provided above.
Another issue with this new technology is "sexting" which is the sending of sexually explicit photos or messages. What is interesting is that teenagers don't know that doing this is considered child pornography, which is a very serious crime.
With great technology comes great responsibilities.

5W's
Who: Teenagers
What: Are being harrassed online or sending explicit messages or photos to eachother
When: This is a fairly recent trend
Where: In Alabama (but also throughout the entire United States)
Why: This article was written in response to parents contacting the news station for assistance

Is This Journalism?
This article, I believe, is in fact journalism. It is showing society one of it's problems and giving it suggestions as to how it can better the situation. It is showing the dangers of this readily available technology and how it is affecting their children. Then at the very end, it gives parents information and links on what they can do if their child is experiencing any of these things.

Conclusion
CBT: Salvation: Social Science: Throughout history, God has partnered with people to further His mission of salvation and redemption of a fallen creation. Because of His blessings, we have the responsibility to communicate the Gospel to a fallen world.
As I said above, with great technology comes great responsibility. Yes, I did steal that from Spiderman, but it has a lot of truth in it. Instead of spreading hate via the internet, Christians can spread love. A Christian, or anyone really, can write something nice about a person on a burn page or defend the person who is being attacked. God commanded us to care for those in need.
As for "sexting," I think it just proves how fallen the world has become. Now is more a time as ever for parents and adults, Christian or not, to "step up to the plate," if you will, and talk about these topics with teenagers. From a Christian perspective, the need for the Gospel very evident. By the looks of it, by the time I have grandchildren, the media will be so polluted that they very well may be pornography on TV during "Go Diego, Go!" Immediate action is nessecary. It is time to speak up.

EXCLUSIVE: Is Mariah Carey Trying to Make Nick Cannon Fat? By Hollie McKay January 31, 2011

http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2011/01/31/exclusive-mariah-carey-trying-make-nick-cannon-fat/

OMG OMG! EXCLUSIVE MUCH!! Like, Omigosh! Can you believe this? How mean that Mariah would do this to her hubby and that cereal looks uber yummy I think I'll have some and like OMG, I LOVE CUCKOO CLOCKS and blah Blah BLAH!!!!!

How celebrity new makes me feel

Summary:

So apparently, because of a pregnant urge, Mariah Carey cooks food at her home then forces her husband, Nick Cannon, to eat it, causing him to gain the weight. On Saturday, Mr. Cannon ate a bowl of Kellogg's crunch nut cereal to "help launch the world's largest cuckoo clock" for the Guinness Book of World Records. He and Mariah are expecting twins and in the article, he discusses his plans for parenting. On their down time, the two love birds enjoy watching "American Idol." Cannon feels very lucky that he is married to his Mariah.

5Ws:
Who: Nick Cannon
What: Is gaining weight and eats cereal for Kellogg's while talking about his wife, Mariah Carey
When: January 31st, 2011
Where: Los Angeles
Why: He is gaining weight because his wife cooks a lot, eats cereal for an oversized Cuckoo Clock, and loves his wife.

IS THIS JOURNALISM?

If you are a preadolescent female, then the answer is "OMG IT TOTALLY IS!! I TOTALLY LOVE NICK CANNON AND MARIAH CAREY!" However, since the purpose of journalism is to inform society about itself so that it can become self governing, the obvious answer is "NO!" This article merely "informs" the reader about things that are happening in the lives of other people. How on earth does it help people govern themselves? Personally, I think it is time for the people of America to stop caring about the lives of celebraties and other people who should not be famous at all! *cough*KendraWilkinson*cough* If you don't believe that the Average Joe or Jane cares about these things, then go the super market and check out their magazine racks by the cashregister. Still don't believe me? Turn on your television set and look for E! Entertainment Televsion or watch the local news which takes time out of informing society about itself to talk about the latest scandal in the life of Lindsay Lohan.

Conclusion:

CBT: Revelation: Language Arts: A society built on Trush reflects the true value of the individual.

Because of articles like this, that worship celebraties, I would say that society, mainly American society, is not built on truth. If our society values celebraties, then it is hard to believe that it truely values everyday people. (And at times, celebraties, are bashed in media, for the enjoyment of others.) What about the everyday working class hero? What about the mother who gave up her career to take care of her mentally ill child? Shouldn't people like this recieve some recognition?

Well, they do. Although the world doesn't see it, God does. He rewards us for the things no one else sees or takes the time to appreciate. Although society has a blind eye toward those of true value, God watches carefully.

For some reason, I can't display the YouTube video directly on my post, so here is the URL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHoxl8IK7po
Has the worship of celebrity gotten this bad?