Meeting for the first time
Commentary by Dermidio Juez-Perez Generally, previous meetings between U.S. presidents and Russian President Vladimir Putin haven’t been pleasant. A 2016 picture of then-President Barack Obama’s meeting with Putin describes perfectly, without words, what the relationship is between these two powerful nations. New President Donald J. Trump and Putin have yet to meet publicly since […]
Responsible social media usage important to mental health
Commentary by Carey Juez-Perez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Social media can be a form of entertainment. It also can affect our mental health. For example, social media creates a false sense of reality, as people tend to solely post photos of themselves smiling, having a good time and enjoying life. Naturally, as humans, we tend […]
Barbosa reaches pinnacle of the culinary industry
By Emiliano Gross A Kansas City area man will soon join an elite group in the culinary industry. In July, the American Academy of Chefs will induct chef Jess Barbosa into its Culinary Hall of Fame in Florida. Barbosa will be inducted as an honorary member, the honor society reported recently in its Academy Connection […]
Kansas needing immigrant workers
Arrests of immigrants affecting the agricultural sector By Chara America’s agricultural sector has reportedly taken a hit since Donald Trump became president, with Kansas being among the states that have been affected. A news report from the Mexican newspaper El Financiero indicates that the number of arrests since Trump took office has increased by 38 […]