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More than 8,000 pieces of music collected from Holocaust

Second of three parts The first part is available at thevoice.us/sheet-music-intact-survives-holocaust-75-years-later More than 11 Million individuals, six Million of them Jews, died in the Holocaust. The music they wrote as a temporary escape, however, did not die, thanks in part to the efforts of an Italian composer and pianist, Francesco...

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Sheet music intact survives Holocaust 75 years later

First of three parts More than 11 Million individuals, six Million of them Jews, died in the Holocaust, 1933-1945. The music they wrote as a temporary escape, however, did not die, thanks in part to the efforts of an Italian composer and pianist, Francesco Lotoro. “The Lost Music” was a...

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Unplugging one day each week a salve for stress: 24/6

Aspen Institute Technology reports: Tiffany Shlain in her first book, “24/6: The Power of Unplugging One Day a Week,” has made our lives infinitely easier. We can manage our lives, our jobs, our hobbies, our entertainment, and even our relationships from the palm of our hands. But is it all...

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John Kerry, Arnold Schwarzenegger, declare war on climate change

Writer Justine Calma submitted the following article to The Verge: “They launched their new initiative today along with A-list celebrities. “Former U.S. secretary of state John Kerry and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger declared war on climate change. The two led an all-star cast of lawmakers and celebrities to launch...

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Solutions can bring imprisoned mothers closer to families

Last of two parts The first part is available at thevoice.us/mothers-in-prison-rarely-see-their-children-families Mothers in prison aren’t likely to see their families this holiday season, or any other day. Jill McCorkel, professor of sociology and criminology, Villanova University in Philadelphia, submitted the following article to The Conversation. “Some caregivers and incarcerated parents...

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Mothers in prison rarely see their children, families

First of two parts With the holidays here, most families look forward to sharing special times with their families. But mothers in prison aren’t likely to see their families this Thanksgiving, or any other day. Nearly two-thirds of imprisoned mothers have never received a visit from their children. Jill McCorkel,...

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Beauty and the Beast: Best, fabulous

By Donna Crane Beauty and the Beast Broadway Series musical at The Paramount Theatre in Aurora could be described in one word: Fabulous! The story begins when a haggard old woman knocks at the door of a vain, young prince, and asks for shelter in exchange for a rose. The...

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Newest meat alternative uses protein from CO2 for nutrients

Adele Peters wrote the following article on FastCompany. She is a staff writer who focuses on solutions to some of the world’s largest problems, from climate change to homelessness: “Most plant-based meat, such as the Impossible Burger or the Beyond Burger, uses protein made from soy or peas. The newest...

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Fentanyl in counterfeit prescription pills sent to U.S. deadly

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is alerting the public of dangerous counterfeit pills which are killing Americans. Erica C. Curry writes: “Mexican drug cartels are manufacturing mass quantities of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl, a dangerous synthetic opioid that is lethal in minute doses, for distribution throughout North America....

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U.S. lags behind other countries for women in government

Emma Newburger, of CNBC Make It, wrote: “Despite gains, the U.S. ranks 75th globally in women’s representation in government. “When president Donald Trump praised the record number of women in Congress at his (most recent) State of the Union address, female lawmakers, many clad in white to honor the suffrage...

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Taking salt out of water by solar GivePower non-profit aim

Last of two parts The first part can be viewed at thevoice.us/non-profit-givepower-brings-water-to-residents-in-africa-asia Clean water often has been referred to as “Blue Gold” and it certainly deserves such a title. Business Insider included the following article written by Morgan McFall-Johnsen. Here is part two in which individuals in Africa and Asia...

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Non-profit GivePower brings water to residents in Africa, Asia

First of two parts Clean water often has been referred to as “Blue Gold” and it certainly deserves such a title. Business Insider included the following article written by Morgan McFall-Johnsen. “A new solar-powered device turns salt water into fresh drinking water. “GivePower, the nonprofit behind the technology, is debuting...

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Plant-based burgers still help health, planet, animals

The second part is available at thevoice.us/plant-based-meat-options-increasing-exponentially-2 Last of three parts Here is the continuation of the Food Revolution Network article submitted by Ocean Robbins on plant-based meat options. Veggie burgers fall into four categories. One is pea protein-based (Beyond Burgers, Dr. Praeger’s All-American Veggie Burger) and two, Soy Protein...

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Plant-based meat not all the same: Requires comparisons

Second of three parts The first part is available at thevoice.us/plant-based-meat-options-increasing-exponentially Here is the continuation of the Food Revolution Network article submitted by Ocean Robbins on plant-based meat options. “Inspired by health, ethical, and environmental concerns, more individuals are eating plant-based foods and plant-based meat alternatives. “Though Eurasian and Indian...

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Plant-based meat options increasing exponentially

First of three parts Ocean Robbins submitted the following article for the Food Revolution Network. “Inspired by health, ethical, and environmental concerns, more people are eating plant-based foods and plant-based meat alternatives. And the range of options is growing rapidly. But, how do veggie burgers and fake meats stack up?...

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Political incumbency tilts field to special interests

Last of two parts Part one can be found at thevoice.us/incumbents-in-congress-continue-with-unfair-advantage. Tommy Sowers, Missouri 8th Congressional District candidate, posted April 2010 an article entitled: “The Cancer of Incumbency.” The former special forces soldier left a leadership position at the VA (Veterans Affairs) where he served as assistant secretary of Public...

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Paramount Theatre’s Broadway ‘Newsies’ inspirational

The Paramount Arts Theatre is presenting “Newsies” as its opener for the ninth Broadway Series through October 20. It’s a tale about the 1899 newsboys strike which is interesting, inspirational, and informational; a show that the whole family will enjoy. The music and the dancing all add to the story...

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Incumbents in Congress continue with unfair advantage

First of two parts Has anyone ever heard of term limits? If you were working in a restaurant and the foods you were preparing no longer tasted good, you could experience a limited term of employment! That’s the idea and many voters in the U.S. think it’s about time we...

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Inspiration, positive thoughts, from U.S. presidents helpful

Last of two parts Click here for part one. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D. Psychology Today thought it would be inspirational to gain wisdom from each of our 45 presidents. Part one examined the best quotes from the first president, George Washington, to the 22nd president Grover Cleveland. Following Benjamin Harrison, Cleveland...

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