Month: July 2022

Book Review: ‘The Intermediary: William Craig Among the Nez Perces’ by Lin Tull Cannell

I am originally from the Northwest, Oregon specifically, but for nearly 35 years I’ve called Virginia home. I will always have a fondness for the Northwest with its majestic mountain ranges, lush forests, deep canyons, and grand rivers. Venturing west in the 1800s from the settled security of the Eastern cities is an adventure only…


Arizona US House Races Heat Up Ahead of Aug. 2 Primary

Whether Trump-endorsed Congressman David Schweikert (R-Ariz.) can move past his legal and ethical troubles with the federal government remains to be seen as he seeks re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in the Arizona primary next month. In January, Schweikert’s campaign agreed to pay a $125,000 fine to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) for…


PREMIERING NOW: The Marriage of Figaro | Teatro Real

From the opening notes of the overture to the final curtain, Emilio Sagi’s classic, triumphant production brings to life all the elegant wit and theatricality of Mozart’s comic masterpiece “Le nozze di Figaro.” Leading baritone Ludovic Tézier shines as Count Almaviva who attempts to obtain the favors of Figaro’s bride-to-be, Susanna (Isabel Rey), while Luca…


The Marriage of Figaro | Teatro Real

From the opening notes of the overture to the final curtain, Emilio Sagi’s classic, triumphant production brings to life all the elegant wit and theatricality of Mozart’s comic masterpiece “Le nozze di Figaro.” Leading baritone Ludovic Tézier shines as Count Almaviva who attempts to obtain the favors of Figaro’s bride-to-be, Susanna (Isabel Rey), while Luca…


California to Allow Cryptocurrency Donations to Political Campaigns

Californians will soon be able to donate to political campaigns using digital money, after a July 21 vote by the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission. Citing concerns about traceability, the state banned cryptocurrency donations four years ago. When presenting the proposal to repeal the ban to the commission, General Counsel David Bainbridge said new safeguards…


Californians Can Soon Donate Cryptocurrency to Political Campaigns

Californians will soon be able to donate to political campaigns using digital money, after a July 21 vote by the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission. Citing concerns about traceability, the state banned cryptocurrency donations four years ago. When presenting the proposal to repeal the ban to the commission, General Counsel David Bainbridge said new safeguards…


‘Goodfellas’ Actor Paul Sorvino Dead at 83; Trial of InfoWars Host Alex Jones Begins | NTD Evening News

Actor Paul Sorvino died on July 25 at the age of 83. He’s best known for his role as a mob boss in the movie “Goodfellas” and an early stint on the show “Law & Order.” Jury selection has started in the trial of Alex Jones, the host of InfoWars, who faces multiple defamation lawsuits….


LIVE NOW: ‘Goodfellas’ Actor Paul Sorvino Dead at 83; Trial of InfoWars Host Alex Jones Begins | NTD Evening News

Actor Paul Sorvino died on July 25 at the age of 83. He’s best known for his role as a mob boss in the movie “Goodfellas” and an early stint on the show “Law & Order.” Jury selection has started in the trial of Alex Jones, the host of InfoWars, who faces multiple defamation lawsuits….


The ‘Dirty Secrets’ of California’s Clean Energy | Jim Phelps

In California, we strive to have green energy. In some cases, we may even pay more to get electricity that is branded as green. But are we really getting green energy? Who is responsible for this greenwashing in the electricity space? While we are focused on going green, are we ignoring bigger problems? My guest…


‘Assault’ Firearms Ban Announcement Date Was Set Shortly After 2020 Nova Scotia Mass Shooting: Minister Blair

The Liberal government decided to set the date to announce the ban of 1,500 “assault-style” firearms shortly after the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting that left 22 dead, Minister of Emergency Preparedness Bill Blair said on Monday. Blair, who was overseeing the entire public safety portfolio at the time, was testifying before the House of…