This week, we feature a real-life story about the dream of an eccentric motorcyclist and a rousing drama about a boxer making a comeback. New Release ‘Warhorse One’ Navy SEAL Master Chief Richard Mirko (Johnny Strong) is conducting a rescue operation in Afghanistan when his helicopter is shot down by insurgents. Mirko is the only…
Hong Kong Singer On Chan Wins Telly Award for Music Video ‘The Creator’s Shower’
On Chan, a member of the renowned Hong Kong boy band C Allstar, won three awards at the for his music video “The Creator’s Shower,” including a silver award in the “TELEVISION-Craft Visual Effects” category, on par with Marvel and NASA. Chan expressed surprise and gratitude. He said, “I have never expected to receive such…
Troubles Amnesty Expected to Become Law Next Month
Controversial legislation that will create a prosecution amnesty for those who committed conflict-related crimes in Northern Ireland, is expected to become law next month. Cabinet Office minister Johnny Mercer told MPs Thursday that the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Bill will have cleared all stages by the summer recess, despite fierce opposition. Earlier this…
New Bud Light Ad Garners Mixed Reviews After Dylan Mulvaney Controversy
A newly-released Bud Light advert has received mixed reviews online, with some claiming the company is “trying too hard” and others vowing to continue consuming rival beverages after Anheuser-Busch found itself at the center of controversy earlier this year. Bud Light unveiled the new television commercial called “Easy to Summer” on June 22. The 60-second…
Chicago Man Faces Multiple Charges in Hit-and-Run That Injured 4 Outside Ballpark
June 23, 2023
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CHICAGO—A 20-year-old Chicago man is facing multiple charges in connection with a hit-and-run collision that injured four pedestrians, two critically, outside Guaranteed Rate Field, the home of the Chicago White Sox, Chicago police said Wednesday night. Condelarious Garcia, 20, faces four felony counts each of failure to report an injury accident and aggravated reckless driving…
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for June 23–29
This week, we feature a meticulous biography of the remarkable President James A. Garfield and a slim gem that illuminates the importance of fiction. Nonfiction ‘The Novel, Who Needs It?’ By Joseph Epstein Packed into this short book are musings on serious novels, their history, and their enormous influence on the human mind and heart,…
Temu’s Supply Chains in China Could Be Using Forced Labor: Report
June 23, 2023
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Temu, a Chinese online retailer with the catchy tagline “shop like a billionaire,” has exposed consumers to products made with forced labor in China, according to a congressional report published on June 22. “American consumers should know that there is an extremely high risk that Temu’s supply chains are contaminated with forced labor,” said the…
Euro Slides on Weak Business Data; Hawkish Central Banks Boost Dollar
SINGAPORE—The euro fell after the bloc’s business growth virtually stalled this month, as the dollar drew support from a bout of risk aversion on Friday and hawkish comments from global central banks, including the Federal Reserve. The dollar index, which measures the currency against six others, was up 0.56 percent at 102.95, reversing three straight…
Oil Resumes Slide on Demand Worries After Latest Rate Hikes
June 23, 2023
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LONDON—Oil dropped for a second day on Friday and was heading for a weekly decline, as a UK interest rate hike added to concern over economic growth that outweighed lower U.S. crude stocks and other signs of tighter supplies. Both crude benchmarks had dropped about $3 on Thursday after the Bank of England raised interest…
Stock Market Today: Asian Shares Sink as Central Banks Crank Interest Rates Still Higher
June 23, 2023
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BANGKOK—Asian shares sank sharply Friday after several central banks around the world cranked interest rates higher in their fight against inflation. Hong Kong and Tokyo shed nearly 2 percent and most other regional markets declined. U.S. futures and oil prices also were lower. Japan reported its inflation rate was higher than expected, adding to expectations…
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