On September 11, 2001, the Islamic extremist group al-Quaida hijacked four airlines, and targeted suicide attacks against the two tallest towers in the United States. Two of the hijacked planes were flown into towers of the World Trade Center in New York city, and the two others hit Pentagon outside Washington, and a field in Pennsylvania. Now, the attacks are often referred to as 9/11, as this crucial event had devastating consequences, and resulted in extensive death and destruction. The Twin Towers shattered down to the ground, and more than 3,000 people were killed during the attacks in New York City and Washington D.C. Included in the statistics were more than 400 police officers and firefighters.
At 8:45 a.m, an American Airlines Boeing 767 crashed into the north tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. The attack killed hundreds of people, and hundreds were trapped in higher floors. The impact left a burning hole, and as the evacuation began, television broadcasting stated that it most likely was a freak accident. Then, suddenly just 18 minutes after, a second plane crashed into the second tower. It was a massive explotion, and burning pieces of the plane were dripping over surroundings and the streets below.
I want to aim this article to the firefighters, the policemen, the doctors, nurses and everyone that contribted to helping the injured, cleaning out the burning fractures of buildings, and the ones that spread courage, love and support each other under the difficult circumstances. No words can thank the people enough, the ones that put a side every human need - to help those who needed it the most.
Firefighters where in the lobby of Tower One when the second one came down, and suddenly everything turned to dust. Pitch-black, smoke everywhere and I cannot even imagine trying to breath with million pieces of dust, paper and steel scattered around, floating in the air. The fragments that would get stuck in their throats, the burning pain in their eyes, the intense sense of smoke in the air and the desperate search for other survivors. The thuds from bodyparts falling, another life falling to the ground, the sounds of bones breaking and turning into dust. Still, the firefighters kept on doing their job. No matter what, they continued searching for every last piece of an alive human being on a ground that looked more like hell on earth.
torsdag 20. november 2014
torsdag 25. september 2014
If not us, who? If not now, when?
As an actor, I pretend for a living. I play fictitious characters, often solving fictitious problems,”DiCaprio continued. “I believe that mankind has looked at climate change in that same way — as if it were a fiction, as if pretending that climate change wasn’t real would somehow make it go away.”
Leonardo DiCaprio, one of the most outspoken celebrities on the issue of climate change, opens the Climate Summit 2014 in the UN with a four minute long speach, framing the controversial topic in unsparing terms. He claims the disaster has grown to a maximum limit, it is no longer controlled by any individual. Something needs to be done about the industries and the governments on a broad scale, not to a small point controlled by the citiziens. He says in firm words that mankind has changed the way they view climate change - to a point where they pretend it is pure fiction. Dicaprio is concerned, because pretending the climate change isn't real would not in any ways make it go away.
"To be clear, this is not about just telling people to change their light bulbs or to buy a hybrid car; this disaster has grown; this disaster has grown beyond the choices that individuals make. His message is clear; the governments around the world needs to adress this rising issue. This can not be done by the individuals alone, and the amount of carbondioksyd from a normal car, compared to the world's industry is barely anything. It is extremely important that the issue is taken seriously, and that the government goes in front as a leading example of how to deal with the hard facts of how the climate change will harm the planet.
The next generation will inherit the reality of the climate change- if our generation does not do anything to sort out the problem. This cannot be done on an individual level - and the political leaders of the world has to set some rules for the industry to follow. Otherwise, nothing will change and the harms it is causing will increase rapidly. This will haunt the next generation - so if not us, who? If not now, when?
Leonardo DiCaprio, one of the most outspoken celebrities on the issue of climate change, opens the Climate Summit 2014 in the UN with a four minute long speach, framing the controversial topic in unsparing terms. He claims the disaster has grown to a maximum limit, it is no longer controlled by any individual. Something needs to be done about the industries and the governments on a broad scale, not to a small point controlled by the citiziens. He says in firm words that mankind has changed the way they view climate change - to a point where they pretend it is pure fiction. Dicaprio is concerned, because pretending the climate change isn't real would not in any ways make it go away.
"To be clear, this is not about just telling people to change their light bulbs or to buy a hybrid car; this disaster has grown; this disaster has grown beyond the choices that individuals make. His message is clear; the governments around the world needs to adress this rising issue. This can not be done by the individuals alone, and the amount of carbondioksyd from a normal car, compared to the world's industry is barely anything. It is extremely important that the issue is taken seriously, and that the government goes in front as a leading example of how to deal with the hard facts of how the climate change will harm the planet.
The next generation will inherit the reality of the climate change- if our generation does not do anything to sort out the problem. This cannot be done on an individual level - and the political leaders of the world has to set some rules for the industry to follow. Otherwise, nothing will change and the harms it is causing will increase rapidly. This will haunt the next generation - so if not us, who? If not now, when?
søndag 14. september 2014
The Scots inspires the separists of Europe
The nerve-wracking excitiment towards thurdays happening can be felt anywhere in Europe right now, and the Scots are holding their breath. Will they finally break out of England, or will they stay as a part of the union? Anyhow, they have already set an example for many separists in Europe, and things are about to change in the modern-day Europe. Four more days, and history can be changed forever.
The Scottish referendum has become a catalyst for the following Europe. Catelonia and Venice are following the referendum up close. Catalonia is a part of Spain that wants to separate, but Madrid holds up the constitution law and says firmly no. There was a protest in the streets of Spain with 1,8 million people, all wanting a right to vote for separation of Spain. The fact that Scottish people got a right to vote has an enormously big impact on the separasits of Europe, creating hope all over Europe. In addition, one thing almost all of the small separists has in common; they all want to break out of their country and join the EU.
In Edinburgh, streets are covered in blue flags for Scotland and for the Eu, and one cannot see a Union Jack very often. Scotland goes infront as an excellent example of separisation, and europeans are asking the question: if the Scottish people can do it, why can't we? Therefore, regardless if the yes-part goes through with the votes on thursday, Europe will never remain the same.
The Scottish referendum has become a catalyst for the following Europe. Catelonia and Venice are following the referendum up close. Catalonia is a part of Spain that wants to separate, but Madrid holds up the constitution law and says firmly no. There was a protest in the streets of Spain with 1,8 million people, all wanting a right to vote for separation of Spain. The fact that Scottish people got a right to vote has an enormously big impact on the separasits of Europe, creating hope all over Europe. In addition, one thing almost all of the small separists has in common; they all want to break out of their country and join the EU.
In Edinburgh, streets are covered in blue flags for Scotland and for the Eu, and one cannot see a Union Jack very often. Scotland goes infront as an excellent example of separisation, and europeans are asking the question: if the Scottish people can do it, why can't we? Therefore, regardless if the yes-part goes through with the votes on thursday, Europe will never remain the same.
søndag 31. august 2014
Why Remember?
This year marks a significant important year earlier in history, the year the First World War broke out. 100 years ago, a whole world was mobilised, battles were fought, sorrow was raging and dreams were shattered. About 72 million troops were mobilised to fight, and half of the troops were either killed, wounded or prisoned. 100 years has past since our ancesters shaped the modern society, but the memories of it are starting to fade. There are not many left to pass on the story to the new generations. The Tower of London is making an overwhelming statement to the British people, and they are sending out the important message - Why remember?
The Tower played an important role during the war, as a mobilisation and recruitment place, and a prison and executement place. Now, the whole tower is covered in red ceramic poppys.
"Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red" is the name of this major art installation, and it is created by ceramic artist Paul Cummins. 888,246 ceramic poppies will fill the Tower's moat throughout August, and each poppy represents a British military fatality during the war.
Everyone can buy a poppy, donate money for their lost ones or participate to volunteer in the history in making with this installation. With the hashtag #TowerPoppies, one can follow the following reactions to the statement made. The British people are impressed, and says that the sight is breathtaking, surreal and highly moving. Every sunset, 180 new names of British soldiers is read out loud, making every poppy really represent the fallen soldiers.
Remembering this is important to pass on history, cherish the loved ones lost in battle, and know something about what we Europeans are and where we come from. To me, I believe this art installation is incredibly beautiful, and an incredibly bright idea. It really sends out a message, making everyone involved and letting the younger ones in the society participate and learn about the history. We must always remember - and reminding us can begin with only one poppy made out of ceramic.
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The Tower played an important role during the war, as a mobilisation and recruitment place, and a prison and executement place. Now, the whole tower is covered in red ceramic poppys.
"Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red" is the name of this major art installation, and it is created by ceramic artist Paul Cummins. 888,246 ceramic poppies will fill the Tower's moat throughout August, and each poppy represents a British military fatality during the war.
Everyone can buy a poppy, donate money for their lost ones or participate to volunteer in the history in making with this installation. With the hashtag #TowerPoppies, one can follow the following reactions to the statement made. The British people are impressed, and says that the sight is breathtaking, surreal and highly moving. Every sunset, 180 new names of British soldiers is read out loud, making every poppy really represent the fallen soldiers.
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mobilisation and recruitment site for troops, and as a place of
execution for spies - See more at:
http://www.hrp.org.uk/TowerOfLondon/stories/firstworldwar#sthash.HqHYWNNa.dpuf
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mobilisation and recruitment site for troops, and as a place of
execution for spies - See more at:
http://www.hrp.org.uk/TowerOfLondon/stories/firstworldwar#sthash.HqHYWNNa.dpuf
torsdag 21. august 2014
My expectations for this year
As this is my final year with English in school, this is an important year for me. English has always been very important to me, as I am a keen traveller and the language has always fascinated me. I had to explore more of the english-speaking world, so I did an exchange to Australia last year to fulfill this wish. This was a very successfull year, and I'm left with many wonderful memories and long-lasting friendships. Therefore, to still be surrounded by as much English as I can, thursdays will be something I will look forward to. When this is said, I have set myself a few expectations for this year - to make the most out of my English lessons.
To begin with, my expectations is to keep up my level of english from my exchange year. It is highly important for me that I don't lose any of my vocubalary, my confidence in speaking english and at least some of my australian accent. It will be difficult to keep the accent - as the english im surrounded by is mostly american, but I will put in a great effort to keep this up. It is very important for me that when my friends down under Skype me, I can be able to respond just the way I used to.
In addition, I want to be able to discuss political issues, relationships between countries and social studies in a fluent way. In order to do this I will read articles in english, read news from various sources such as BBC, CNN, The Times and so on. In that way I will have information about global issues on a worldwide scale, and I will be able to draw data from these sites. Since I am also doing the subject "Politics And Human Rights", I hope I will be able to contribute to class with important information and things to discuss.
To end this, my last goal is to read more english books. This is a good way to relax and zone out, and learn english as well.
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To begin with, my expectations is to keep up my level of english from my exchange year. It is highly important for me that I don't lose any of my vocubalary, my confidence in speaking english and at least some of my australian accent. It will be difficult to keep the accent - as the english im surrounded by is mostly american, but I will put in a great effort to keep this up. It is very important for me that when my friends down under Skype me, I can be able to respond just the way I used to.
In addition, I want to be able to discuss political issues, relationships between countries and social studies in a fluent way. In order to do this I will read articles in english, read news from various sources such as BBC, CNN, The Times and so on. In that way I will have information about global issues on a worldwide scale, and I will be able to draw data from these sites. Since I am also doing the subject "Politics And Human Rights", I hope I will be able to contribute to class with important information and things to discuss.
To end this, my last goal is to read more english books. This is a good way to relax and zone out, and learn english as well.
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