Alejandro is a passionate and detail-oriented writer with a proven ability to produce high-quality content under pressure. His experience as a News Copy Editor and Writer for The Minaret, coupled with his volunteer work and extensive travels, has instilled in him a strong sense of empathy and a global perspective.
June is nearly among us and with it, international football. Most of the headlines will relate to the upcoming Copa America, hosted in the United States, and the Euros, hosted in Germany. However, it’s important to bring attention to the Asian countries pushing to book a ticket to the 2026 World Cup in USA, Canada, and Mexico. How Does Qualification Work: With the expansion of the World Cup from...
During May of 2022, I traveled to Ghana with the PEACE Volunteer Center at the University of Tampa, Florida. This is my experience. Background: PEACE Volunteer Center schedules volunteer opportunities for students within the Tampa Bay Area. Alternative Breaks Program, a branch of PEACE, organizes longer volunteer opportunities for weekends, spring, and summer breaks. Summer Volunteer...
On Oct. 18, the Tampa Bay Times released police body camera footage of 20 people who were arrested on Aug. 18. The 20 people had allegedly commited voter fraud in Florida during the 2020 presidential election. What did the State say? Governor Ron Desantis held a press conference on Aug. 18 to announce the arrests. These are the first arrests made by the Office of Election Crimes and Security. The...
Article Originally Published on February 10, 2023. On Feb. 6 at 4 a.m, a major 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria. Southern Turkey and Northern Syria felt the brunt of the earthquake. After the initial earthquake, 100 aftershocks have been recorded, including a 7.5 magnitude aftershock that hampered rescue efforts. As of Feb. 14, over 35,000 people have died in Southern Turkey and...
Article Originally Published on October 13, 2022. On Oct. 3, Brazil, the fourth largest democracy in the world, headed to the polls to vote in the 2022 presidential election. Polling descrepancy’s in Brazil’s elections parallel USA Polling Errors. The main candidates were incumbent right-wing president Jair Bolsonaro and former left-wing president Luiz Inázio Lula Da Silva. Polls...
Article originally published on October 27, 2022. A new report from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) shows a catastrophic decline in wild animal populations, with a nearly 70 percent decline since 1970. What did the Report Find? The report used the Living Planet Index in order to analyze 32,000 populations of 5,270 different vertebrate species. Vertebrates include amphibians, fish, reptiles...
Article Originally Published on April 4th, 2022. As the America COMPETES Act of 2022 passed the U.S. House of Representatives on Feb. 4, many small businesses that focus on breeding and selling exotic pets have begun to worry due to one particular amendment. What are the Lacey Act Amendments? The Lacey Act Amendments of 2022 is to be added to the Lacey Act of 1900 and into the America COMPETES...
Article Originally Published on October 13, 2023. Chillium Mushroom and Hemp dispensary, located in Ybor City, added mushroom products to its store recently. Carlos Hermida, a long-time cannabis activist, runs the store. What is Chillium’s History? After getting a Master’s in Business Administration, Hermida moved to California to study the business aspect of marijuana at Oaksterdam...
From vetting facts at The Minaret to building sustainable projects in Ghana, Alejandro thrives on challenges. His sharp mind, adaptable spirit, and dedication to truth fuel his writing and inspire others.