Posts by Jennifer Wilkens
Mike Pence’s conversion to the Republican Party and Evangelicalism
By Dan Cravens, Aug 6, 2016 Before a few weeks ago when Donald Trump announced Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate, few Americans knew anything about him. While Pence may not have been a household name at the time of his selection as Trump’s running mate, he does offer a well-qualified background to be the…
Continue ReadingSuicide Squad Review
Last night DC’s third entry in to its DC Extended Universe, its film universe like the Marvel MCU, released to the general public. Suicide Squad opened with a $20.5 million Thursday night release snagging an August record. This movie is different than basically any other comic book movie in that it is based on a…
Continue ReadingSturgis 2016 or Bust
The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota is the largest motorcycle rally in America. A Mecca, so to speak, for motorcyclists in America, Canada, South American countries and even some having to cross oceans to attend. The event celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2015 and by all accounts it was an epic party. While…
Continue ReadingCraigslist East Idaho Awesome-ness
Contrary to the belief of most Americans, Idaho has more than one city in it which is reflected on Craigslist: enter Craigslist East Idaho. Last time Craigslist East Idaho offered up dinosaurs and bear bait barrels, considering what is below there is a good change we’ve managed to top all that previous awesome-ness. Bob Marley…
Continue ReadingCraigslist Boise Awesome-ness
Each time the word ‘awesome’ is typed into the search box of Craigslist Boise the searcher is rewarded with a plethora of fantastic items listed for sale that in every way are ‘awesome’. Since the last outing into the awesome underbelly of Craigslist Boise we have come up with five more top shelf listings for…
Continue ReadingDisrupting pro-ISIS online ‘ecosystems’ could help thwart real-world terrorism
Neil Johnson, University of Miami Supporters of the Islamic State, or ISIS, around the world gather online, becoming members of virtual communities in much the same way any of us might join online groups focused on some common interest. The videos, audio messages, letters, chatter and know-how that they then share are much more sinister than…
Continue ReadingIn Defense of the AR-15 Rifle Against Calls For Assault Weapon Ban
Critics Call for Banning the AR-15 Rifle In the wake of the terrorist attack in Orlando, Florida by a radicalized Islamic murderer, the AR-15 has been vilified by the president and his hopeful successor, Hillary Clinton. This tragic event follows an increasing awareness of painful loss resulting from mass killings by individuals whose hearts and minds…
Continue ReadingAir Show Coming to Rexburg on Saturday
REXBURG — A free air show featuring aerobatic planes and military fighter planes will come to Rexburg on Saturday. The recurring event starts at 10 a.m. at the Rexburg Airport. “I’d recommend showing up closer to 9 (a.m.) with consideration of parking,” ground boss Glenn Embrue tells EastIdahoNews.com. First thing in the morning will be…
Continue ReadingDelivering Baby at Home or Hospital? – The Home Birthing Debate
The national debate on public breastfeeding and home births has spilled over onto Facebook where millions of mothers are discussing the pros and cons of each side. Public awareness of home birthing has grown as mothers have increasingly shared their experiences online. This has led to increased scrutiny that challenges conventional hospital birthing. While awareness…
Continue ReadingWomen’s Health Care Lapses Hurt Zika Prevention In Texas, Florida
Gaps In Women’s Health Care May Derail Zika Prevention In Texas, Florida Mosquitoes bearing Zika — a virus that can cause birth defects when contracted by pregnant women — are expected to reach the United States as soon as this summer, with Florida and Texas likely to be among the hardest-hit states. But in both, support for…
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