The melody that allows sadness to speak openly
Reflections on Playing Music at Funerals Recently, a family asked me to perform “It Is Well with My Soul” at their loved one’s funeral. After nearly 50 years of playing the piano at such services, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve played this hymn. It’s completely normal to feel a wave of sadness […]
We Are Not Like Them. I’m Not Hesitant to Speak This Out.
Weekly Review Hello, readers. This week has been quite a ride, filled with both flashy and subtle moments. After piecing it all together, it’s clear that… We Are Not Them We are not them. We are, in fact, better. Our morals stand strong, and our culture is commendable. I don’t think there’s any shame in […]
Let’s wish Scott Pelley continues to speak freely.
Scott Pelley’s Departure from CBS News: A Mixed Bag of Reactions Scott Pelley, after nearly 40 years with CBS News and a significant tenure on 60 Minutes, has left quite an impression—and not the good kind. The changes at CBS News, led by Bari Weiss, seem to have hit him hard. It’s almost as if […]
Athletes speak out against Iran for executing the nation’s top sports figures: ‘We stand for justice’
A group of athletes, including some Olympic stars, has signed a letter denouncing Iran’s actions towards prominent athletes, particularly focusing on the death penalty threats. The letter highlights the situation of Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani, an acclaimed boxer, who now faces execution in Iran. Sani, a coach as well as a boxing champion, has been […]
Congress Calls Roger Goodell to Speak on NFL’s Television Agreements
NFL Commissioner Faces Congressional Hearing NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell may have a more demanding offseason ahead. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, reached out to Goodell on Monday, requesting his testimony about the NFL’s media practices during a committee hearing scheduled for June 10, according to a report from ESPN. The […]
Sean Duffy: Five People, Including Children, Die in Accident Involving Bus Driver Who Doesn’t Speak English and Got License in New York
Bus Crash in Virginia Kills Five, Injures 44 A tragic bus accident occurred in Virginia on Friday, resulting in the deaths of five individuals and injuring 44 others. The man allegedly driving the bus, identified as Jin S. Dong, is a Chinese citizen who recently became a U.S. citizen. At the time of the crash, […]
Immigration is transforming American communities — and many are hesitant to speak about it
Reflecting on Immigration and Assimilation in America Immigration remains a significant topic influencing many aspects of American society—not just in terms of border security. While there’s been a noticeable drop in border crossings, an important question lingers: Are immigrants truly becoming part of American civic life? In many instances, it appears they are not. Kevin […]
Bus driver involved in accident that resulted in the deaths of five people, including two children, was a Chinese national who did not speak English, according to Sec. Duffy.
Tragic Bus Crash in Virginia In the early hours of Friday, around 2:35 a.m., a bus operated by E&P Travel collided with traffic on I-95 in Virginia, resulting in the deaths of five individuals, including two children, and injuries to many others. Transport Secretary Sean Duffy shared that preliminary findings indicate the bus driver was […]
John Harbaugh probably won’t speak negatively about Jaxson Dart’s appearance at the Trump rally.
Giants Coach Harbaugh Faces Press Over Dart’s Trump Rally Attendance New York Giants coach John Harbaugh will address the ongoing chatter about quarterback Jackson Dart attending a Trump rally. This marks Harbaugh’s first press interaction since the controversy took center stage during the offseason. It’s expected that questions will revolve around Dart’s support of the […]
Series seeks actors who speak with an upstate New York accent
A new Netflix series starring Maya Hawke from “Stranger Things” is on the lookout for someone to portray a character with a rather snobbish attitude, set in upstate New York. This adaptation of Liz Moore’s upcoming film, “The God of the Woods,” is calling for actors aged 20 to 69 from the Adirondacks region to […]