Month: June 2022

‘Recessions Aren’t All the Same’: Treasury Secretary Yellen

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen insisted that not all recessions are alike and that it might be possible to bring down inflation while maintaining full employment. The usual view that two quarters of negative growth indicates a recession “has typically worked,” Yellen said to reporters on June 21 when asked about how she would measure…


Woman, 2 Dogs Killed by Lightning in Pico Rivera

LOS ANGELES—A woman and her two dogs were fatally struck by lightning in Pico Rivera on June 22 as a storm front pushed across the Southland and led to power outages and beach closures. The lightning strike in Pico Rivera occurred around 8:50 a.m. when the woman was walking along the San Gabriel River, according…


Woman and 2 Dogs Killed by Lightning in Pico Rivera

LOS ANGELES—A woman and her two dogs were fatally struck by lightning in Pico Rivera June 22 as a storm front pushed across the Southland and led to power outages and beach closures. The lightning strike in Pico Rivera occurred around 8:50 a.m. when the woman was walking along the San Gabriel River, according to…


President Biden Lashes Out at Reporter for Suggesting Recession ‘More Likely Than Ever’

President Joe Biden’s day at the beach briefly turned into a confrontation when a reporter asked him about the likelihood of an imminent economic recession, causing the President to react negatively and accuse the journalist of sounding “like a Republican politician.” Biden was confronted by reporters at his vacation home near Rehobeth Beach, Delaware, on…


How To Keep Your Brain Young

Are forgetfulness and “senior moments” inevitable parts of aging? Many medical professionals (including the doctor in CNN’s news brief above) say it’s perfectly normal to start having memory lapses by the time you reach middle age. I disagree. In fact, if you notice memory lapses, you may want to seriously consider making some immediate lifestyle…


Plant Ground Cover

A lush ground cover can take over a garden; but when kept in control, the carpet of color provides a backdrop for all your plantings, allowing vibrant flowers and bushes to take center stage. Use ground cover on a terrace or steep slope or in an enclosed courtyard wherever you want to create a well-tended…


Whistleblower Says With 120,000 Troops Still Unvaccinated, Army May Move June 30 Deadline Far Into Future

As the June 30 deadline nears for compliance with the U.S. military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, U.S. Army officials publicly claim a very small percentage of its members are unvaccinated, reporting 96% or more of its members are fully vaccinated. However, the Army’s vaccination rate is in fact significantly lower than 96%, an active-duty senior Army official with access to senior-level information…


Biden Calls for Gas Tax Holiday; Fed Chair: Higher Rates Could Cause Recession | NTD Business

President Joe Biden is asking Congress to suspend the gas tax for three months, amid soaring energy prices. Officials hope it can help ease pain at the pump. The Federal Reserve chair said we could see a recession if they keep raising rates, yet they are committed to the fight against inflation. Trillions were wiped…


Orange County Congresswomen Team Up for Tribute to Church Shooting Hero

SANTA ANA, Calif.—Reps. Michelle Steel (R-Huntington Beach) and Katie Porter (D-Irvine) announced Wednesday they have teamed up to sponsor legislation to honor Dr. John Cheng, who was killed stopping a shooting suspect in a Laguna Woods church, with a Congressional Gold Medal. “Dr. John Cheng was a hero who represents the very best of Orange…


Taiwan Scrambles Jets to Warn Away 29 Chinese Military Aircrafts Entering Air Defense Zone

A total of 29 Chinese military aircraft flew into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on June 21, according to Taipei’s Ministry of National Defense (MND). The People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) aircraft included fighters, bombers, and aircraft with electronic warfare, according to Taiwan’s defense ministry. This is the third-largest breach in 2022. Earlier this year, Taiwan…