Jooyoung Lee🥋
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U of T ranked first in Canada, among world’s top 20 universities by Times Higher Education
The University of Toronto has jumped three spots in the prestigious Times Higher Education ranking of the world’s universities, placing it firmly among the world’s top 20 institutions.
California Lawmakers Vote to Undo N.C.A.A. Amateurism
A bill passed by the State Assembly would allow college athletes to make endorsement deals. It is expected to reach the desk of Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Odessa gunman bought weapon through private sale: Sources
The 36-year-old suspect, who was flagged as a "prohibited person" to own a firearm, used the private sale loophole, sources told ABC News.
Raptors bringing back 'Dino' jersey for 25th season
The Toronto Raptors are going back to their roots for the franchise's 25th season, bringing back the inaugural "Dino" jersey.
Jooyoung Lee🥋
The 🦖 is coming back! My wallet just got a little lighter 😬 google.ca/amp/s/www.spor…
#WeTheNorth
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Analysis: How can Toronto curb escalating gun violence?
The question: how do we reduce gun violence in Toronto?
The conclusion: experts say we need to invest in priority neighbourhoods and focus on poverty and mental health issues
Jooyoung Lee🥋
I spoke with @torontodotcom about why Toronto needs to adopt upstream solutions to gun violence. toronto.com/news-story/955…
#Toronto #Gunviolence @UofTNews @SocResearchUT
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A Brazilian MMA Fighter Donated His Winnings To His Opponent After Learning About His Struggles
MMA might seem like a sport for only the most savage of humans, but last Saturday, two Brazilian fighters had a heartwarming exchange that showed just how much kindness can be found in a sport where people beat each other up. Brazilian news outlet...
Jooyoung Lee🥋
This is what the martial arts are all about! 🙌 Some big name fighters could take a page from this guy’s book. A Brazilian MMA Fighter Donated His Winnings To His Opponent After Learning About His Struggles #martialarts #mma jiujitsutimes.com/a-brazilian-mm… via @Jiu-Jitsu Times
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The Amazon Wildfires Aren't Natural. Blame Humans
As the Amazon burns, it's important to know that intense wildfires aren't natural to the largest tropical rainforest ecosystem on Earth—people are to blame.
A Perilous Data Deficit?
Rational debate on The Agenda depends upon empirically provable facts, but we often face a serious dearth of statistical research. A look at the data deficit in Canada, why it's lacking and the implications for policy making.
Click here to support Help Jenn’s family with funeral and other expenses organized by Bobby Sasson
In the early hours on Wednesday, August 14th, our very dear friend, Jennifer Buher Kane, passed away far too soon from a mercilessly aggressive form of breast cancer. The world lost an accomplished researcher with so much yet to discover, a loyal...
outkast - ATLiens
track 3 - ATLiens - 1996
Jooyoung Lee🥋
Do you listen to music before you give a talk? When I was on the job market I often bumped “Atliens” by OutKast to get hyped. 🙌 What’s your go-to track? #AcademicTwitter #hiphop
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Summer Gun Violence
For the second summer in a row, Toronto has seen an increase in gun violence: over the August long weekend, there were 14 shootings in the city. Joined by gu...
Opinion: Failing to prevent gun violence costs lives. But we’re ignoring the other price tag
Tackling the ‘root causes’ of gun violence can seem expensive – but that calculus doesn’t incorporate the associated and invisible costs
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Jooyoung Lee🥋
Gun violence is both tragic & very expensive. Here’s my new op-ed in the @globeandmail about why we should invest in upstream prevention. theglobeandmail.com/opinion/articl… @ASAnews @UofTNews @SocResearchUT #GunViolence #Toronto #hiphop
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Big L - Deadly Combination feat. Tupac Shakur
Big L - The Big Picture - 04 - Deadly Combination
Jooyoung Lee🥋
When I was on the job market, I listened to “Deadly Combination” featuring Tupac & Big L right before I gave my job talks. It got me in the right headspace to crush the talk & Q&A. 😎🙃 What’s your pre-talk hype song?
youtu.be/R_6dgJQc0x4 #hiphop #AcademicTwitter
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Investment in at-risk communities needed to reduce gun violence, U of T's Jooyoung Lee tells TVO's The Agenda
Following an unusual spate of gun violence, University of Toronto sociologist Jooyoung Lee spoke to TVO's The Agenda about the need for investment in at-risk communities to reduce gun crimes.
Police officer who helped bring home alleged stolen pup adopts him
A police officer who was involved in bringing home a dog that was allegedly stolen from the Toronto Humane Society has adopted the puppy. Milo, a 10-month-old retriever/hound cross, was allegedly taken from the Humane Society last Friday before he...
Summer Gun Violence
The Agenda discusses the increase in gun violence in Toronto and what can be done to curb it.
To Really Learn, Our Children Need the Power of Play
The U.S. can learn a big lesson from Finland’s education system: Instead of stress and standardized testing, schools should focus on well-being and joy
UFC Uruguay Highlight: Rodolfo Vieira Wraps Up Oskar Piechota For The Tap
The industry pioneer in UFC, Bellator and all things MMA (aka Ultimate Fighting). MMA news, interviews, pictures, videos and more since 1997.
Jooyoung Lee🥋
Parabens @RodolfoVieiraJJ! Amazing seeing one of the all-time great jiu jiteiros shine in the @ufc! #ufc #bjj #jiujitsu
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Plant-based diet can fight climate change - UN
A major report says the West's high consumption of meat is fuelling global warming.
Jooyoung Lee🥋
UN report says that a plant based diet can help fight climate change. #vegetarian #ClimateChange
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