Rest in peace, George Floyd — "I Can't breathe either in Belgium"

 

Black people are more likely than any other race to die, to be incarcerated, and to experience oppression globally.

People and institutions may oppress those who speak or write the truth due to a complex interplay of power dynamics, fear of consequences, and the maintenance of control. Individuals in positions of authority often feel threatened when the truth undermines their power or exposes wrongdoing, leading to retaliation against truth-tellers.

 

This fear is amplified by the potential for personal or professional repercussions, such as losing a job, facing legal action, or damaging relationships, which can deter individuals from being honest.

 

Institutional, individual, and governmental oppressions are often systemic, designed to maintain control through mechanisms like the suppression of freedom of speech, the manipulation of information, and the creation of a culture of fear and hatred.

 

Dystopian literature illustrates how authoritarian governments and institutions use mass surveillance, propaganda, controlled media, and the alteration of history to eliminate critical thinking and opposition. This is the problem I have been facing for years on my Blogger blog.

 

Gone are the days when bloggers make choices of going for the right blog, thinking that it will give them the chance to express their views. Institutional crimes against writers and efforts to silence writers are on the rise. Those responsible don’t care because they have the power to do whatever they like with impunity.

 

The fear of being a target of unseen forces and losing your job, friends, and businesses haunts many business owners and entrepreneurs. The result is one of the serious ailments of society, forcing people to lie to avoid rejection or to maintain harmony, making the truth seem threatening.

 

Even when they do speak the truth, their voices are frequently distorted, appropriated, or dismissed, reinforcing existing power imbalances. I remember our genuine health blog, “Secrets of AIDS and Ebola Journal,” which was deliberately destroyed. I wrote on the front page, “Articles not in relation to what the WHO and CDC want you to know.” It was changed to “Articles are in relation to what the WHO and CDC want you to know.”

 

I feel very sorry for people, governments, and institutions that continue to mislead the world. I am an African; I know my roots; therefore, I know where I come from, which is why I speak in proverbs. “A child who wouldn’t like the mother to sleep by crying the whole night will also not sleep. You feel you have the power to make me miserable, but that will consume you, too.

 

The Blackman doesn’t have a platform to make his voice heard, and the law doesn’t favor him either, even if he is not guilty, so my only option is to write, and I will keep on writing until the manipulation of my blog is stopped and all the damage done to my Blogger is restored.

 

"The “HOME' of my blog has been disabled countless times, and as more they disable it, the more I fix the issue. I was forced to make an extra “home” into my “header” due to the constant disabling. This is purposefully done to make navigation difficult for readers. Some of the categories, such as News, Africa, and others, when clicked in search engines, take the reader to empty pages, and the related-post widget has been manipulated; therefore, it's not in order. 

 

The phrase "the evil that men do lives after them" is not an exaggeration. Individuals, institutions, and governments not only get their rewards for their negative actions or wrongdoings against humanity, but their children may also receive their lasting consequences long after their death. That’s why some families never progress.

 

Black people are more likely than any other race to die, to be incarcerated, and to experience oppression globally. I never stop thinking about George Floyd's terrible demise. I can't breathe either, so don't forget me, but rest in peace, my brother.

 

THE ONLY THING GOOGLE AND BELGIUM CAN DO IS DENY ACCESS TO MY READERS AND USE TRAFFIC AS A WEAPON AGAINST ME, BUT THEY CAN'T KILL ME BECAUSE GOD ONLY HAS THAT AUTHORITY. 

WE ARE NOW IN DECEMBER, YET PEOPLE THINK THEY ARE GOD AND THEREFORE RULE THIS WORLD. HOWEVER, MANY OF THEM WILL NOT EVEN LIVE TO SEE JANUARY OF 2026 BECAUSE OF THEIR WICKEDNESS. 

IN THIS WORLD, WHAT YOU SOW IS EXACTLY WHAT YOU WILL REAP. THERE IS NO ONE WHO WILL SOW BANANAS AND REAP ORANGES. THAT MAKES SENSE. THE REASON THEY SAY, "THE EVIL THAT MEN DO WILL STAY AFTER THEM," AND TO ME, THEIR CHILDREN, GRANDCHILDREN, AND GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN WILL RECEIVE THEIR SHARES OF PUNISHMENT TOO.

Tea-time together: How a cup of tea holds Britain’s society together

 

Traditional British—Yorkshire Tea. Photo credit: thespruceeats.com

Among British customs, serving or drinking English tea is the most well-known. However, tea was introduced to England relatively recently, in the mid-17th century. The popularity of tea rose slowly, extending from Asia to Europe in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, when Dutch and Portuguese commerce ships began to routinely export tea.

 

In Britain, a cup of tea is more than just a drink; it is an integral part of daily life and national identity. It is a profoundly ingrained emblem of social connectedness, hospitality, warmth, and solace in British society.  Today, tea houses may be found in every region of the United Kingdom. 

 

Offering tea to people in need is a well-rooted practice that represents comfort and emotional support. This small act serves as a social lubricant that promotes conversation and camaraderie in settings other than homes, such as workplaces and public areas.

 

Nonetheless, the British take great pride in being a "tea-drinking nation," and this is true; the average British person drinks about two kilograms of brewed tea annually. It's interesting to note that the nation that consumes the most tea per person does not make its own tea.

 

The British are known for their love of tea; with 60 billion cups of tea consumed annually, the UK is the world's fourth-largest tea consumer. Why, though, do they adore it so much? Tea pairs well with biscuits (cookies in America, biscuits in England) and has its own unique, pleasant taste.

 

As a hot drink, tea also helps the British to survive the cold weather; however, most importantly, tea is an integral part of English culture.

 

The history of British tea

 

The East India Company introduced tea to Great Britain for the first time in the early 17th century. Tea drinking became popular among the aristocracy of that era thanks to Catherine of Braganza, the Portuguese wife of King Charles II. However, tea was quite costly because of high state taxes.

 

The fragrant leaves were therefore stored in locked, special safes in households, and after taxes were lowered, tea became accessible to the general public, and it soon overtook other popular beverages.

 

Related post: The history of the art of tea drinking in Japanese culture

 

The English also created afternoon tea, which is a light meal served between lunch and dinner that includes a little snack to help combat the day's fall. The Duchess of Bedford is credited with making afternoon tea popular by transforming it into a modest social gathering. Therefore, tea not only gives warmth and food but also tells others about a person.

What will life be like in the year 2026?

 

Visualizing the activities of the human brain

 

We can’t overlook the truth that 2025 hasn’t been easy for thousands of people worldwide. Unless you are incredibly wealthy and therefore unaffected by the sharp changes in the economy, or are not worried about the ongoing political violence and disasters.

 

The conflict between Israel and the Palestinians is far from over, and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is still ongoing. Unfortunately, the impact of these wars has taken its toll on everyone. Therefore, how will life be in the year 2026?

 

According to some experts, 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year with major changes in a number of areas of life, such as relationships, jobs, health, and personal development.

 

They claim that many people may have a good year financially, with opportunities for income growth and benefits from a variety of sources, such as inheritance, gifts, and investments, though purchases of real estate and cars may result in mediocre outcomes.

 

However, some people also view the rapidly approaching new year differently.  Many people struggle with health and communication. Handling 2026 revolutionary energy requires resilience, adaptation, and deliberate action.

 

As we all work toward a better future and wish for a better year, everyone has a belief. However, as unseen tragedies and disasters may strike humanity, dreams are dashed. Humanity will inevitably face invisible disasters regularly.

 

The apartment fire tragedy in Hong Kong continues to claim more lives. May God grant them the fortitude to go through this trying period and provide assistance through the international reaction to lessen the victims' suffering.

 

The world can’t prevent unseen disasters, but some things can be done to improve the future. In 2026, humanity's most significant occupations will be empathy, emotional intelligence, and human-centric leadership since these qualities are essential for handling technological upheaval and ensuring the well-being of employees.

 

Leaders who exhibit consistency, humility, and open communication will increase workplace trust in a world characterized by political unpredictability and rapid change. Stability and cohesiveness will depend on encouraging civil discourse and making room for challenging discussions.

 

Humanity has a big part to play in preventing disasters, mostly by taking proactive steps to strengthen resilience and lessen vulnerability. Implementing disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies, which seek to lower current disaster risk and manage residual risk through preparation and planning, is a crucial duty.

 

Examples of such measures include managing land use, building structures resistant to disasters, avoiding high-risk regions, and increasing community awareness and education. People need to be aware of the risks in their areas to prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters, including hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and fires.

 

Governments and business executives have an obligation to proactively plan for catastrophic risk by implementing methods for community resilience and adaptation beyond their local borders.

 

This entails funding early preventative efforts, such as nature-based remedies like protecting coastal ecosystems, which offer both ecological and financial benefits while lessening the effects of disasters. Global mitigation strategies include public awareness, political action, and economic diversification.

 

The notion that it is everyone's duty to improve 2026 is the result of a collective call to action in the civic, professional, and personal domains. Thus, to build a better life in 2026, characterized by purpose, well-being, and significant advancement, people are urged to take action now through introspection, preparation, and a change in perspective.