9/21

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/23/health/policy/23fda.html?_r=1&hp

The New York Times has posted the news of the year with this one. Its relevance is obvious to college kids like us. The article reports that flavored cigarettes have now been banned by the FDA. The intent is to stop children and teens from smoking. Apparently we are enticed by flavors like chocolate, vanilla, and clove etc, and thereby lured into this harmful habit. But what about those kids who just want a Black & Mild every once in a while during their study breaks? Well, the letigation is unclear on what is considered a cigarette and what is considered a cigar. I believe the relevance of this story goes without saying, but if i need to spell it out for you... the New York Times reports on stories that are appealing to the national general public. Since smoking is such a widespread activity they will most definetly give America every detail of this developing story as it goes further into legislation.

http://www.ajc.com/news/health-officials-assume-floodwater-144414.html

The Atlanta Journal Constitution is pretty clear on the intended audience concerning this article. They are telling everyone affected by the flooding that happened yesterday to be cautious, especially if there is any possiblity the water near your residence is contaminated. "Wash your hands" is the theme that appears in every other sentence. It is one of those common sense articles that the AJC is notorious for.