Category: United States

Debt Ceiling Standoff Does Not Address Real Factors in Debt Crisis, Economists Say

News Analysis The dramatic showdown between the Biden administration and the new GOP majority in the House of Representatives over the federal debt ceiling is the latest manifestation of an unsustainable fiscal model, in which the U.S. government indulges in discretionary as well as mandatory spending far beyond its means, and if the two sides…


Museum CEO Finds Important Values in Shen Yun

COLUMBUS, Ga.—Soldiers are respectful and loyal to their country and brave. Being a soldier doesn’t seem to relate to dance, but after seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts, the a veteran saw the relationship. Peter Jones was in the army for 32 years before retiring. Now, he is the CEO and director of the National Infantry Museum…


‘Shen Yun Is Very Sacred,’ Says Chinese Audience Member

BERKELEY, Calif.—To the Western audience, Shen Yun Performing Arts is an opportunity to learn about Chinese culture. Yet to Chinese audience members, it’s a reminder of their roots and a way to reconnect with their cultural history. Mr. Liu, who came from mainland China, watched Shen Yun for the first time on Jan. 16 at…


Defence Industry Worried About Canada’s Absence From American-British-Australian Pact

An association representing Canadian defence firms is adding its voice to those concerned that Canada is not included in a security pact between Australia, Britain and the United States. Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries president Christyn Cianfarani says one worry is that Canada won’t have access to the same technology as its closest…


Shen Yun Performers ‘Wear Their Hearts on Their Sleeves,’ Says Attorney

BERKELEY, Calif.—Tax attorney Patrick Roach and fashion stylist Nicole Guarascio had high hopes when they arrived for their first date at Zellerbach Hall to watch Shen Yun’s matinee on Jan. 16. The performance was everything they thought it would be and much more. “It was captivating. There was so much color and dance and choreography….


Police in India Charge Two Men in Deaths of Family Who Froze Crossing Into US

Police in India say two men are facing charges in the deaths of a family who froze a year ago while trying to cross from Manitoba into the United States. Deputy Commissioner Chaitanya Mandlik of the Ahmedabad crime branch in the state of Gujarat says the two men were arrested Sunday and other suspects are…


Shen Yun ‘Gets to People’s Hearts in a Beautiful Way,’ Says Entrepreneur

BERKELEY, Calif.—Fashion entrepreneur Angela Guevara, who attended Shen Yun’s matinee performance at Zellerbach Hall on Jan. 15, said the performance brought on “a cocktail of emotions.” “It’s not just art, it’s spiritual, it’s historical. It just gives you a whole range of knowledge,” she said. Based in New York, Shen Yun Performing Arts was founded…


‘I Love Shen Yun so Much’: Dallas Theatergoer

DALLAS—When everything that we value is the result of pursuing material possessions, we are in danger of losing what is truly important. Shen Yun Performing Arts is reminding audiences of the importance of connecting to themselves, audiences said after a matinee performance in Dallas. “I think that technological advances has its benefits where we are…


Theatregoer Says Shen Yun Is ‘Overwhelmingly Beautiful, Overwhelmingly Profound’

WORCESTER, Mass.—Lanning Levine, C suite executive and cultural ambassador, saw Shen Yun Performing Arts for the first time at The Hanover Theatre on Jan. 15. “It’s just a wonderful show … I think it’s fantastic,” he said.“I like seeing the dance and hearing the music all through storytelling … it’s a great way to communicate…


Shen Yun Is Fantastic and Impactful, Says Business Owner

SAVANNAH, Ga.— After attending Shen Yun’s matinee at the Johnny Mercer Theatre on Jan. 15, John McKinnon, the owner of a pharmacy, and his wife Cindy were amazed by how calming the performance was. “It was very relaxing. There was a lot of activity, but it still is, in a way, very calming. It’s kind…