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Freedom Fighter With a Pen: Mercy Otis Warren and American Liberty

Any American with a high school diploma should recognize the names and deeds of our country’s most renowned Founders, patriots like Washington, Jefferson, and Abigail and John Adams. Some former students may recollect less familiar figures from that era who appear in most history texts, like Nathan Hale, Lafayette, Molly Pitcher, and John Paul Jones….


Cold Water for Cleaner Hands?

I’ve heard that it is best to wash your hands in cold rather than warm water. This makes no sense to me. Can you tell me if there is actually a health reason to use cold water for hand washing? Answer:  A team of researchers at Vanderbilt University looked into this question and concluded that…


Shen Yun Inspires Us to ‘Rethink Some of the Ways We Live,’ Says Health CEO

SAO PAULO—For Gilbert Nobile and Vera Bejatto, Shen Yun Performing Arts was an uplifting and thought-provoking experience. “Fantastic, spectacular! It’s a show of harmony, such a well-synchronized show. It’s a beautiful show!” said Mr. Nobile, owner of a health company. “The movements are simply amazing, so in sync, really, really pretty. I mean the clothes,…


Shen Yun ‘An Enchantment for the Eyes’ Says Finance CEO

SAO PAULO—Shen Yun Performing Arts is set to visit more than 180 cities this year, with eight touring groups giving performances around the world. In many countries, the opportunity to see Shen Yun is a rare and limited one, and tickets are hard to come by. On March 19, businessman Rafael Forte brought a party…


Finance Executive Moved by Shen Yun’s Depiction of China, Calls for End to Atrocities

SAO PAULO—Renata Barretto attended a performance at the Teatro Bradesco on the afternoon of March 19, expecting something that came out of China. Instead, she was wowed and moved to tears by a performance that included commentary on modern-day China that could not have anything to do with the ruling communist regime. “What I saw was…


Family Finances: Get a Handle on Subscription Costs

By Emma Patch From Kiplinger’s Personal Finance We’re all creatures of habit, so much so that research shows nearly half of everything we do in a day is habitual. Subscriptions cater to that behavior, seamlessly charging us monthly or annually for an ongoing product or service. Most likely you’re no stranger to the subscription model….


Epidemic of Sudden Adult Deaths Finally Made News

Insurance industry research from 2016 showed that group life policyholders are considerably healthier than the general U.S. population. They tend to be younger, well-educated, and employed with Fortune 500 companies. So, what happened in 2021 to turn the tables so dramatically? Video Link Story at-a-Glance Former BlackRock fund manager Edward Dowd is bringing attention to…


Obesity Is a Treatable Disease, These Drugs May Help

Obesity and overweight affect increasing numbers of people, and for some, diet and exercise aren’t enough. A broad range of drug interventions can help. Who Can Take Obesity Drugs, and Who Shouldn’t? While weight loss medications can be effective in aiding weight loss, they are typically prescribed only in cases of obesity or overweight that…


2 Types of Weight Loss Drugs: Who Can Take Them and Who Shouldn’t?

Obesity and overweight affect increasing numbers of people, and for some, diet and exercise aren’t enough. A broad range of drug interventions can help. Who Can Take Obesity Drugs, and Who Shouldn’t? While weight loss medications can be effective in aiding weight loss, they are typically prescribed only in cases of obesity or overweight that…


Businessman Inspired by the Beauty of Chinese Classical Dance

ORLANDO, Fla.—Businessman Manuchehr Saman attended Shen Yun Performing Arts at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on March 19. “I think it’s one of the best shows I’ve ever seen,” Mr. Saman said. “I did not know anything about Chinese culture and I learned a lot. It’s incredible.” He said the dance was very inspiring. “What…