Defending Joel Osteen, Trump's Ban Foiled, Cyber Crimes 'R Us - 8/30/17
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Why was Joel Osteen criticized during Hurricane Harvey, and was the criticism justified?
Joel Osteen was criticized for not immediately opening his Houston megachurch, Lakewood Church, as a shelter during Hurricane Harvey. However, the criticism may not be justified as the church had flooding issues in its basement, and the city initially stated that existing shelters had sufficient capacity. Lakewood Church was prepared to act as an emergency shelter if needed, and Osteen’s ministry has a history of charitable contributions, donating tens of millions of dollars to various causes.
What was the controversy surrounding the CNN interview with a Harvey survivor?
The controversy stemmed from an expletive-laden interview where a Harvey survivor expressed frustration at being interviewed during a traumatic time. Critics accused CNN of insensitivity, but the journalist had obtained permission for the interview, and the survivor’s reaction was understandable given the circumstances of enduring five days without food or rescue. The journalist did not act inappropriately, and the incident was blown out of proportion.
How did General Mattis respond to President Trump’s transgender military ban?
General Mattis froze President Trump’s Twitter-initiated ban on transgender individuals in the military, convening a panel of experts to study the issue. He maintained the current policy for serving transgender members while the matter was reviewed, emphasizing that decisions should be based on merit and military effectiveness rather than political considerations.
How many people are estimated to have illegally streamed the Mayweather-McGregor fight?
Approximately 2.9 million people are estimated to have illegally streamed the Mayweather-McGregor fight, while 6.5 million paid for the event. Despite the illegal streams, the fight generated $650 million in revenue.
What charitable actions were taken by businesses during Hurricane Harvey?
Anheuser-Busch sent 500,000 cans of drinking water to those affected by Hurricane Harvey, halting beer production to do so. Additionally, local businessman Mattress Mac opened his furniture stores as shelters, providing food and luxury beds to evacuees, showcasing how corporations and individuals stepped up during the crisis.
What is the premise of the upcoming 30 for 30 documentary about Tommy Morrison?
The documentary focuses on Tommy Morrison, a heavyweight boxer who starred in Rocky V and later tested positive for HIV. It explores his rise to fame, his struggles with the diagnosis, and his controversial turn towards AIDS denialism, shedding light on his life both inside and outside the ring.
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