Month: April 2022

Palestinians Clash With Israeli Police at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, 31 Injured

JERUSALEM—At least 31 Palestinians were injured in clashes with Israeli police at Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem on Friday, Palestinian medics said, the latest outbreak in a recent upsurge of violence at a site revered by Muslims and Jews alike. The Palestinian Red Crescent ambulance service said 14 Palestinians had been taken to hospital, two…


Elegant, Tranquil, Fantastic, and Beautiful Chinese Pipa Music | Musical Moments

“Ancient Melody of Yingzhou” is an important pipa score in modern times. It combines the strength and majesty of the northern school pipa with the graceful softness of the southern school pipa, forming an elegant, tranquil, fantastic, and beautiful music style.   The “Ancient Melody of Yingzhou” performed by Vivian Liu consists of the following…


Ex-Trump Adviser Peter Navarro: ‘The Focus Seems to Be on the Uyghurs When in Fact There’s Countless Falun Gong Still Imprisoned’

Peter Navarro, former White House trade adviser under the Trump administration and author of “Death by China” and “In Trump Time,” is well aware of the Chinese Communist Party’s deceptive machinations, including the infamous Xinjiang slave labor camps, and is raising the alarm in order to put another group into focus—Falun Gong. “The tragedy here is…


Common Fitness Goals and How to Achieve Them (Summarized)

Whatever your goals for getting healthy, there are many methods, paths, and exercises you can use to get healthy and fit. These are all tools we can use to help us achieve your goals. Just a quick summary of some common fitness goals. Legal Notice: Consult your doctor before beginning any kind of exercise program….


Georgia DA ‘Upset’ After Suspect Accused of Shooting Officer 6 Times Granted Bond

Authorities in Georgia were infuriated after a Fulton County judge initially granted bond, which has since been increased, to an alleged gang member who has been accused of shooting an Atlanta police officer six times in the line of duty. Christian Eppinger shot David Rodgers, an 11-year veteran officer of the Atlanta Police Department, in…


Freeland Says Russia Should Be Booted From G20, but No Movement Yet

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says Russia should be booted from an international forum to manage global economic concerns. Freeland says removing Russia from the G20 was a key topic of discussion during meetings this week of finance ministers and central bankers from the group of nations. She says Russia doesn’t have a place at the…


OUICOOK: A French Mother’s Day Brunch

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and I am so excited! In my family, any holiday means a big huge brunch. Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Mother’s day, everything! Brunch foods are so easy to make in large portions, are family favorites, and are great for celebrations. My mom always makes this divine apple fritter and…


Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem Says He Won’t ‘Rule Anything Out’ on Rates

On a day when the Federal Reserve spooked markets with its tough talk on interest rates, Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says he won’t “rule anything out” when it comes to the central bank’s own interest rate path and taming Canada’s out-of-control inflation. Macklem spoke to reporters virtually Thursday from Washington, D.C. where he…


No-Sweat Gym Etiquette

Staying healthy means hitting the gym, where you can get buff and shed stress as you “get in the zone,” but be sure to pack good manners in your gear bag. Be Thoughtful Part of the gym experience is sharing the equipment. If you’ve been on the only rowing machine for 30 minutes and there…


Trudeau Says Canada ‘Very Supportive’ of Sweden, Finland Joining NATO Alliance

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada is “very supportive” of Sweden and Finland joining NATO. Each of the countries has expressed an interest in becoming part of the defensive military alliance since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began in February. Finland’s parliament could make a decision in late May, with Sweden following in the weeks…