NEW YORK—”The heart wants what the heart wants.” A time-worn cliché to be sure, but one all too true in Rita Kalnejais’s “This Beautiful Future” at the Cherry Lane Theatre. The play is a somber and surprisingly touching drama about the possibilities love can bring. The story takes place in August of 1944, in a…
Theater Review: ‘This Beautiful Future’: Where Every Moment Is Precious
September 30, 2022
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NATO Asserts Sabotage in the Destruction of the Nord Stream Pipelines
Commentary Using a language, tone, and tenor not seen in many years, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) released a statement on the destruction of the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea. In the release, NATO cites that willful sabotage was the likely cause, but didn’t affix blame on a nation or group. Voice…
Consider What You Promise
My online dictionary offers two definitions of commitment: “the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc.” and “an engagement or obligation that restricts freedom of action,” as in “I’m sorry I can’t make book club, but I have some family plans for that evening.” Toss these dual definitions into a blender,…
‘Parasitic’ Ideas and Why Rational People Fall for Them
“It takes professors to come up with some of the dumbest ideas,” says Gad Saad, a Lebanese-Canadian professor of marketing at Concordia University and author of “The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense.” “The fact that you are educated doesn’t mean you have properly administered the mind vaccine against all these idea…
An Evening Out: Etiquette for Dining With Friends
It’s too easy to get caught up in work and family issues, so make time to sit across from friends and tell stories, enjoy a good meal, and take a break from everyday stress. Here are a few tips to make sure everyone has a great time. Pick a Convenient Location Get everyone’s input when…
Phil Magness: When the Keepers of History Are Cowards
September 30, 2022
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Phil Magness recently wrote an article for the American Institute for Economic Research entitled “The Suicide of the American Historical Association.” We will be discussing the fallout from AHA President James Sweet’s apology for being honest about The 1619 Project and the issues of presenting. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access…
How Major US Stock Indexes Fared Friday Sept. 30, 2022
September 30, 2022
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Wall Street closed out a miserable September with a loss of 9.3 percent, the worst monthly decline since March 2020. The S&P 500 fell 1.5 percent Friday to its lowest level in almost two years. The benchmark index has lost ground for six of the last seven weeks and posted its third straight losing quarter….
Californian City Offering Groceries For Guns in Drop-Off Event
In an effort to curb gun violence, California’s San Luis Obispo has set aside $12,000 in gift cards for the city’s first Guns for Groceries event, which is planned for this Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Californians dropping off assault rifles will receive a $200 grocery store gift card while handguns,…
Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold and Other Commodities (Sept. 30)
September 30, 2022
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Benchmark U.S. crude oil for November delivery fell $1.74 to $79.49 a barrel Friday. Brent crude for November delivery fell 53 cents to $87.96 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for October delivery fell 4 cents to $2.47 a gallon. October heating oil fell 5 cents to $3.37 a gallon. November natural gas fell 11 cents to…
Prime Minister Confirms Optus to Pay for New Passports
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Optus has agreed to cover the costs for replacement passports following a massive data breach. The prime minister confirmed the telco would pay during a press conference following a national cabinet meeting on Friday. “Optus have responded to my request that I made in parliament and that Senator Wong…
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