What to Do in 2016?

Joel Sartore/National Geographic's Photo Ark

Taking care of our environment will be crucial. Joel Sartore says that, " 'The Sixth Mass Extintion' is upon us." He also claims that it is our fault and tells us what to do to save as much of the planet as possible. How can we believe that extinguishing half of all species will not affect the human race? Sartore continues and says that "whether you're an individual or the leader of a global conglomerate" all the decisions you make concerning how to use your money will either affect the planet in a negative or a positive way. He also tries to make people think by showing studio portraits of threatened species around the globe. Read the whole article here!

Happy New Year?

We have turned 2016 with a freezing cold wind from Russia. However, looking at the situation in Syria where there is  snow and no food several places, and ordinary people look like those who were released from prison camps after WWII, we in Norway have nothing to complain about. Yes, we have more people out of work, and our government predict that 2016 will be a challenging year concerning our economy, but still, this is just peanuts compared to eg what people in Yemen have to endure. Humanitarian aid to Syrian towns is promised, but when is the question; today? tomorrow? For many people it is already too late, they have starved to death.

Many NGOs do an extremely important job and really make a difference for people in need. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is one of them. So why bomb them? For the second time in four months, hospitals run by MSF have been hit by bombs even though their coordinates are well know by governments. What a waste killing doctors saving lives.

So, is it really a happy new year? Well it all depends where you are and who you are. Try to make a difference if you can, it will definitely make you happier.

Source photo: https://media.msf.org/Docs/MSF/Media/CMS3/e/7/5/8/MSF157752.jpg