Month: April 2022

Los Angeles Expands Plastic Foodware Waste Reduction Rules to All Restaurants

LOS ANGELES—A Los Angeles city ordinance aimed at reducing plastic waste has expanded to all restaurants on Earth Day Friday, April 22, making disposable foodware, including utensils and napkins, available at all city restaurants and beverage facilities only when requested by customers. The ordinance, which was approved by the city council in April 2021, first…


LA Port Unveils New Wildlife Website

In celebration of Earth Day April 22, the Port of Los Angeles unveiled a new website focused on the harbor’s diverse habitats and wildlife. The LA Harbor Habitats site highlights marine life and habitats found near the port and includes underwater videos, interactive games, and photos of sea life. The site also shares findings from…


Chinese National Sentenced to 52 Months in Prison Over $20 Million Pandemic Fraud Scheme

A Chinese national has been sentenced to more than four years in prison over a scheme to defraud $20 million in federal pandemic relief loans meant for distressed small businesses. New York resident Ma Muge falsely claimed to have hundreds of employees under two phony companies, New York International Capital LLC (NYIC) and Hurley Human…


China’s Economic Suicide: ‘Zero COVID’

News Analysis Chinese leader Xi Jinping has been adamant that he will maintain his “zero-COVID” policy even as it destroys China’s economy. By the first week of April, approximately 75 percent of China’s 100 largest cities, which account for over half of the GDP, have imposed COVID-19 restrictions. Shanghai’s draconian lockdown was the most widely…


Dartmouth College Demands $3,600 ‘Security Fee’ for Republican Student-Hosted Online Event

Dartmouth College has demanded its Republican students pay a $3,600 “security fee” for an online event they hosted earlier this year featuring independent journalist Andy Ngo. The Jan. 20 event, titled “Extremism in America,” was originally planned to include an in-person panel discussion with Ngo, who has long been a target of harassment and violent…


Shoyu Chicken

Oven-baked chicken is a staple for easy weeknight dinners. And although the iconic dinner food may seem like a predictable option, this shoyu chicken recipe is anything but average. The easy recipe yields 24 perfectly marinated pieces of chicken in less than one hour of cook time. Although you will need to marinate the chicken overnight, it’s worth…


Against ‘Principled Loserdom’

Commentary I was in New Haven this past week for a couple of events at Yale, one of which was a William F. Buckley, Jr. Program debate for a primarily college-age audience on “common good conservatism.” During the debate, I argued on behalf of the more “muscular,” more forceful and less “liberal” approach to political…


Union Pacific Railroad Announces Delays, Cutbacks In Fertilizer Shipments

Union Pacific Railroad has announced significant reductions and delays in nitrogen fertilizer shipments to address “national supply chain issues” that could impact the spring’s late growing season. In a statement to The Epoch Times, Union Pacific said it is working to help its customers in light of national supply issues. “Union Pacific is committed to…


Teachers Under Investigation for Allegedly Using Fake COVID-19 Vaccine Cards

New York City teachers and other education staff have been placed on unpaid leave for allegedly using fake COVID-19 vaccine cards, according to a teacher’s union. The United Federation of Teachers (UFT) union told local media on Friday that about 70 of its members are being accused of using falsified vaccine cards and were told they…


Sweet and Spicy Salmon

If you’re looking for ways to incorporate delicious but healthy foods into your diet, then this recipe for sweet and spicy salmon is the perfect addition to your weekly meals. Bursting with bold spice flavor and finished with a perfect sear, this fresh fish dish is one of those meals you can make in less than…