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The Egalitarian

The student news site of Houston Community College

The Egalitarian

Houston mayoral candidates state Sen. John Whitmire and U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee speak at a mayoral forum on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, in Houston. Whitmire and Jackson Lee are set to face each other in Saturday, Dec. 9,  runoff election to be the next mayor of Houston, the nations fourth-largest city. (
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Houston has a population that's young. Its next mayor, set to be elected in a runoff, won't be
Juan A. Lozano, Associated Press • December 8, 2023
What is the history of Israel vs Palestine conflict ?
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What is the history of Israel vs Palestine conflict ?
Mohamed Abdi, Student Writer • December 7, 2023
Are humans becoming lazier than ever?
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Are humans becoming lazier than ever?
Mohamed Abdi, Student Writer • December 7, 2023
FILE - Manchester Uniteds Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with the trophy at the end of the Champions League final soccer match at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia, Wednesday May 21, 2008. Cristiano Ronaldo, one of soccers greatest ever players, was official unveiled for Saudi Arabian team Al Nassr on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023. Ronaldo, who has won five Ballon dOrs awards and five Champions League titles, spent the past two decades at the top level of the European game, playing at three of the biggest clubs in the world: Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue, File)
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"Glory, Glory, Man United"
Mohamed Abdi, Student Writer • December 7, 2023
Sundar Pichai, chief executive officer of Alphabet Inc., during the Google I/O Developers Conference in Mountain View, California, US.
Technology
Google Launches Gemini, the Next Level of AI. For the Better or Worse?
Andrea MinottiDecember 7, 2023

Stop Smooking

Stop+Smooking
Tammy Davenport

Smoking is a addictive habit that half of Earth’s population is troubling with! However, there is an increasing amount awareness of the detrimental effects it has on both personal health and overall well-being such as mental health. The adverse health effects of smoking are well-documented. Smoking is a leading cause of preventable  deadly diseases such as lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart disease, and stroke. People that quit smoking, individuals significantly decrease their chances of developing these life-threatening conditions and improve their overall health and life expectancy.

Smoking speeds the aging process, leading to premature ugly wrinkles, yellowed nasty  teeth, and dull skin complexion. Quitting smoking can help reverse these effects, leading to improved skin health, a brighter smile, and a more youthful appearance. Nicotine, the highly addictive substance found in cigarettes, keeps individuals trapped in a endless cycle of dependency. Breaking free from this addiction empowers individuals to regain control over their lives and experience a sense of freedom and self-mastery of mental health

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