The famous act that was introduced in New York in 1970 that helped bring down New York’s crime families is called the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, better known by its acronym “RICO”. Prior to RICO laws, the U.S. had grey area loopholes that only allowed prosecutors to try mob-related crimes individually, so crimes… Read more »
With the passage of American Thanksgiving, the Christmas season is officially underway at most stores. And, in keeping with the season, CityTV has released a new story about how the University of Alberta is seeing record high demand for its campus food bank. You may not be aware, but AUSU also offers a food assistance… Read more »
Every single living creature on earth that has a backbone, known as vertebrates, also has kidneys. Whether they live on land or under water, they are guaranteed to have kidneys, and some may even have more than others. However, not a single one of these mammals, reptiles, amphibians, or birds can survive without functioning kidneys,… Read more »
Why do terrorism laws exist? It may sound like a stupid and insensitive question given all that has transpired after the terrorist attacks in Southern Israel, but there is merit to this question. The reason it is a valid question has nothing to do with the seriousness of terrorism and everything to do with the… Read more »
Korean short ribs, known as “Galbi” or “Kalbi,” are a popular and delicious dish in Korean cuisine. Korean barbecue has a historical connection to the Korean royal court cuisine. The custom of grilling meat at the table gained popularity in Korea during the Joseon Dynasty. The technique of marinating meats likely evolved over time, influenced… Read more »
Cosmetic surgery can lead to complications and even death. I’ve heard stories that breast implants can lead to severe health conditions, which is why many women have them removed. I wouldn’t opt for invasive or non-invasive cosmetic surgeries such as chemical peels or cool-sculpting (for fat reduction). So, what can we do to enhance our… Read more »
Our Jewish friends are welcome and loved at AU. Everyone is, so here is a loving welcome to AU to our Jewish, Arabic, White, Black, and all other identity friends. I especially want our Jewish friends to feel welcome here, as they are being wrongly persecuted. No one, and especially no group, should be persecuted…. Read more »
The terms “radicalization” and “terrorism” are distinct but interconnected. “Radicalization” describes a process by which a person becomes conditioned to hold radical views regarding political and societal issues, while “terrorism” describes the act of committing a violence to create a climate of fear in a population. Vulnerability and desperation are two conditions required to be… Read more »
