Sudden Illnesses Cause Art Exhibition to Close

A room-sized art exhibit located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been recently closed, after three people experienced seizure-like symptoms. Before entering the quaint building all patrons were required to sign a waiver that read "intense stroboscopic light in combination with thick artificial fog, resulting in loss of spatial orientation." It also stated that people who have had a history of epilepsy, claustrophobia, or breathing or heart problems were warned not to go inside. A district EMS chief from the Pittsburgh area said that there could be possible changes made to the exhibit, before it re-opens. The three victim's conditions have not yet been specified, as to how serious they were affected.

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/09/30/pensylvania-art-exhibition-closed-after-3-patrons-sickened/

JFK Remembered

This fall, the 50th anniversary of the JFK assassination will take place. To remember and commemorate this once drastic day in our country's history, over 30,000 pieces of art will be displayed throughout the downtown Dallas area. All works will show a meaning of love to prove to critics that Dallas is "a place where love thrives." These works of art have been made by a variety of people. Artists include school kids, people that work in business offices, and senior citizens living in nursing homes. These residents of Dallas are excited for this opportunity and are ready to show the rest of America why their city is full of love and compassion. 

http://abcnews.go.com/Travel/wireStory/jfk-art-project-spreads-love-dallas-20343177

Paula Deen Making a Comeback

Earlier this year, Paula Deen was taken off the public stage after admitting she used a racial slur. Before her severe downfall, Deen was one of the most acclaimed Food Network stars in the country. After facing months of guilt and humility, it now seems that she is trying to redeem herself and rejuvenate her hospitable image. Deen recently made a public appearance at a Texas cooking show, where she was joined by her sons. After reflecting on the hardships she endured this summer, she received a standing ovation from 1,400 people at the event. Deen has a number of book signings set up for the future, hoping that she gains more public attention. Slowly, but surely, Paula Deen is attempting to rebuild her image in today's society.

http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/paula-deen-makes-public-appearance-texas-cooking-show/story?id=20262601

The Extinction of Cursive Writing?

In the modern world we live in today, many people rely on using their smartphones, iPhones, iPads, and laptops to communicate with people. With all of these high-tech devices now in place and set for the future, few people take the time to construct a simple letter or postcard by handwriting. Certain individuals believe that the method of cursive writing is coming to an end soon as well. According to the Common Core State Standards, only 11 of the 50 states require the practice of cursive handwriting in their curriculum. Some people are not enthralled by this idea though. They claim that cursive is an art and skill that should still be practiced because it's "more efficient" than print. Whether cursive will still be around in the next 10 years or not, the 21st century is here, and the technology age will continue to evolve.

http://dailynightly.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/09/08/20388506-technology-may-script-an-end-to-the-art-of-cursive-writing?lite

Ariel Castro Hangs Himself in Prison

Ariel Castro, the man who last month, was sentenced a lifetime in prison for sexually assaulting and kidnapping three young women in his Cleveland home, was found dead yesterday. Castro, 53, committed suicide by hanging himself in his prison cell at the Correction Reception Center in Orient, Ohio. Once the prison medical staff noticed the body, they immediately attempted lifesaving procedures on Castro, before transporting his body to a medical center. The attempts to try to save his life came to soon though and he was later pronounced dead at 10:52 P.M. ET. Castro had not been on suicide watch, but was supposedly being watched by prison guards every 30 minutes. The former Cleveland neighborhood bus driver, was sentenced to prison the rest of his life for kidnapping Amanda Berry, Gina Dejesus, and Michelle Knight in a time span which lasted over ten years, in which they were chained up and assaulted in his home. Castro will be remembered by the media, public, his family, and especially the victims, for the infamous crime he prolonged over all these years.


http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/09/04/ariel-castro-hung-prison/2761177/