Month: April 2023

Epoch Watchlist: What to Watch for April 21–April 27

This week, we feature a wholesome animated-fantasy TV series and a new drama about a highly inspirational figure in the world of boxing. New Release ‘Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World’ This biopic follows the life of legendary boxer “Big George” Foreman—beginning with his troubled…


Dollar Heads for 1st Weekly Gain Since February

LONDON—The dollar headed for its first weekly gain in nearly two months on Friday as investors raised their bets that the Federal Reserve will increase rates in May, while the euro drew some support from a surprising recovery in the eurozone economy in April. The dollar index, which measures the performance of the U.S. currency…


[PREMIERING at 10AM ET] The CIA, Biowarfare, and COVID—Dr. Robert Malone’s New Book Tells the Truth

In his new book, “Lies My Government Told Me,” former insider, now courageous truth-teller Dr. Robert Malone tells the unknown story about the real origins of the pandemic. At the center of the “private-public partnership” tying government agencies to Big Pharma are bureaucratic insiders like Dr. Anthony Fauci and billionaire donors like Bill Gates. As…


VIDEO: Hidden Camera Captures ‘Determined and Dedicated’ Bald Eagle Doting On His Wife

The touching relationship between two bald eagles captured on a hidden camera shows the pair are true soulmates. Viewers have been captivated by the conduct of these two birds, who have made their home in Big Bear Valley, California. Jackie and Shadow are dedicated to each other and it can be seen in their showing…


Oil Heads for Weekly Loss on Economic Uncertainty

LONDON—Oil prices were on track for a hefty weekly loss as economic and interest rate uncertainty weighed, though prices were stable on Friday as the eurozone recovery gathered pace unexpectedly. Brent futures for June delivery edged down by 4 cents, or 0.05 percent, to $81.06 a barrel at 0932 GMT. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI)…


NTD Good Morning (April 21): Larry Elder Enters 2024 Presidential Race; House Passes Bill to Ban Men From Women’s Sports

A new contender in the 2024 presidential race: Larry Elder throws his hat in the ring. Find out what compelled him to run for the GOP nomination. Keeping women’s sports limited to women is the goal of a bill now passed by the House. We hear the stories of two athletes affected by current policies….


NTD Good Morning (April 21): Larry Elder Enters 2024 Presidential Race; House Passes Bill Banning Men From Women’s Sports

A new contender in the 2024 presidential race. Larry Elder throws his hat in the ring. Find out what compelled him to run for the GOP Nomination. Keeping women’s sports limited to women. That’s the goal of a bill now passed by the House. We hear the stories of two athletes affected by current policies….


Stocks Struggle, Dollar Gains as Investors Scrutinize Data

LONDON—Global stocks struggled on Friday as investors pored over economic data for clues on the likelihood of more interest rate hikes and possible recession in the United States as a new earnings season unfolded. The dollar edged up and looked set for its first weekly gain in more than a month on Friday. Oil prices…


Australian Gas Companies Set to Pay $16 Billion in Tax, Almost Triple From Previous Year

Australia’s state and federal governments appear to have won a windfall as oil and gas companies are set to pay $16 billion (US$10.7 billion) in tax. This comes just weeks before Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers federal Labor’s second budget. Corporate income tax is set to boost the budget by $8.8 billion, up from $2…


A Hong Kong 13-Year-Old Boy Adds HK$90,000 in Top-Ups for Video Games in 20 Days

Online gaming has become a popular all-day leisure activity, with many players willing to spend money to boost their character and improve their gaming experience. However, children and adolescents, who are still developing their mental and self-control skills, can quickly become addicted to these games, leading to “topping up” money endlessly. The Consumer Council recently…