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2026-10-09T07:06:19-04:00

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What Makes a Place Home? Lessons From Hershey and Hymns

Last updated on: October 9, 2026 at 7:06 am By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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Defining Home: Physical, Musical, and Spiritual Lenses The movie “Hershey” is scheduled for release in November this year (2026). It is based on the life of Milton Hershey, the chocolatier and philanthropist after whom Hershey, Pennsylvania, was named. Milton Hershey was born to Henry and Veronica “Fanny” Snavely Hershey in Derry Church (later Derry Township), Pennsylvania, on September 13, 1857, shortly before the American Civil War. Milton Hershey is often described as one of America’s most influential entrepreneurs and philanthropists,... Read more

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2026-07-02T12:27:07-04:00

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America at 250: Independence Was Actually July 2

Last updated on: July 2, 2026 at 12:27 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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The United States of America will celebrate 250 years of independence on July 4, 2026. This is a very important milestone and an opportunity to revisit the actual events of history. History of Independence Day Celebrations The first anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence was celebrated in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777. An excerpt from John Adams’ letter to his daughter, in which he described the festivities, is below. My dear Daughter Yesterday, being the anniversary... Read more

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2026-06-11T21:40:03-04:00

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Why do we celebrate Flag Day on June 14?

Last updated on: June 11, 2026 at 9:40 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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The Continental Congress approved the design of a national flag on June 14, 1777. President Woodrow Wilson established a national Flag Day with a presidential proclamation on June 14, 1916. This day had already been celebrated in many communities prior to the proclamation. In 1949, the legislation recognizing June 14 as the national Flag Day was signed into law by President Harry Truman. What do national symbols represent? Every country has symbols that represent the values, traditions and ideals of... Read more

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2026-05-23T10:28:40-04:00

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Lincoln, Wilson, Nixon: Presidents and Mental Health

Last updated on: May 23, 2026 at 10:28 am By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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Mental Health of Presidents – Past and Present May is Mental Health Awareness Month and given some recent developments here in the US, a discussion related to the mental health of our leaders seems timely. All national leaders are powerful, but the president of the United States holds a unique position on the global stage. Power dynamics aside, presidents are human beings just like the rest of us, and thus subject to physical and mental health challenges. A brief review... Read more

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2026-03-26T13:52:13-04:00

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Why Are Christians Celebrating Robert Mueller’s Death?

Last updated on: March 26, 2026 at 1:52 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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Robert Mueller’s Death and the State of the American Church Robert Mueller, former FBI Director who also served as special counsel to the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, passed away on March 20, 2026, at the age of 81. His 12-year tenure at the FBI started a week before the attacks of September 11, 2001, and he served under Presidents of both parties. Former Presidents From Both Parties React The George W. Bush Presidential Center released this... Read more

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2026-02-10T21:00:23-05:00

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Celebrating Women in Science: The Legacy of Dr. Ida Scudder

Last updated on: February 10, 2026 at 9:00 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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Remembering Ida Scudder, MD International Day of Women and Girls in Science The United Nations has designated February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This day honors the contributions of women and girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. This is an opportunity to reflect on and acknowledge the strides that have been made, while recognizing that a lot of work remains to be done in the areas of gender equality and equal... Read more

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2026-02-04T14:49:44-05:00

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Kirk Cameron’s ‘Hellgate’ Sparks Christian Controversy

Last updated on: February 4, 2026 at 2:49 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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Kirk Cameron Hosts “Hellgate” and the Attacks Continue! In late 2025, Christian actor turned podcaster Kirk Cameron (almost) literally set the “Christian internet” on fire by questioning the concept of eternal conscious torment, i.e., a place called hell where unbelievers spend eternity- in a literal fire with no hope of ever escaping. Cameron shared that he was now leaning towards annihilationism, the view that non-believers would simply cease to exist at some point, rather than burning or being otherwise tormented... Read more

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2026-01-27T17:14:30-05:00

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Bethel Church Scandal: Victims Expose False Prophets

Last updated on: January 27, 2026 at 5:14 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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Another church scandal. Unfortunately, it’s nothing new – spiritual abuse, sexual abuse and cover- ups. Same story, different church, different victims. An Innocent Victim Joined a Cult Without Knowing It She was young and committed to her faith. She wanted to live a life of service to God, so she went to the Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM) at the tender age of 18. She got married to a man who was ten years older than her based on... Read more

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2026-01-17T19:37:56-05:00

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When a Magician’s Greatest Trick Was a Lesson in Equality

Last updated on: January 17, 2026 at 7:37 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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A Magician Gave Us One of the Most Famous Hymns If you attended Sunday School or Vacation Bible School as a child, you probably sang this song: “Jesus Loves the Little Children.” Have you ever wondered about the story behind this song? At first glance, it appears to be a simple reminder that Jesus loves people of all races, and while that is the underlying message of the song, there is an inspiring story behind it. Clarence Herbert Woolston,... Read more

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2026-01-25T22:45:33-05:00

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What Does the Bible Say About Hell? Beyond Eternal Torment

Last updated on: January 25, 2026 at 10:45 pm By Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH

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What does the Bible really say about the afterlife? The “Christian internet” was set ablaze when Kirk Cameron questioned eternal conscious torment. There is so much more to the topic than I could address in my first essay, so this is a deeper dive into the topic. What does the Old Testament say about the afterlife? Let’s start from the Garden of Eden “…. but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for... Read more

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