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Hunger is a problem historically limited primarily to the developing world. But that is changing, due in part to COVID-19. Public school closures and job loss can be blamed for removing both food sources and money to buy food. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, “nearly 26 million adults do not have enough food. Among households with children, the number was as high as 1 in 6 adults” (The Hill, November 25, 2020).

February 5, 2016, marked the 80^th anniversary of the founding of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). On that date eight decades ago in 1936, a diverse coalition of hunters, anglers, gardeners, and other outdoor enthusiasts met in Washington D.C. at the nation’s first North American Wildlife Conference, convened by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

With COVID-19 cases on the rise again and the commencement of flu season in the Northern Hemisphere, what can we do to increase the likelihood of staying healthy? Scientists and medical professionals have long known that sleep benefits the immune system and reduces the likelihood one will get sick.

Currently, America owns or operates around half of the known satellites in space (Gatestone Institute, November 2, 2020). So far this year, the United States has essentially kept up with China in terms of newly launched satellites. However, in March 2021, China plans to begin launching new satellites into space at a rate of about one every 14 days. The balance of space power could be shifting.

The head of Britain’s armed forces has warned, “Current global uncertainty and anxiety amid the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic could risk another world war,” and that “an escalation in regional tensions and errors of judgment could ultimately lead to widespread conflict” (Reuters, November 8, 2020).