Guillaume Seignac; a brief outlook into his life and Works
One of the most notable French Academic painters of the late 19th century to the early 20th century was the Rennes-born Guillaume Seignac. Born in 1870, Guillaume started training in 1889 at the Academie Julian in Paris. He was there till 1895 when he fully began his career. The works he created were heavily influenced […]
Sunset Piano
Every day, as the sun sets on the other side of the horizon, the sea plays its ever-changing notes, praising God’s grace and recounting the vicissitudes of the world; We, as God’s people, enjoy the pleasure and responsibility of nurturing and bearing all earthly things. For this reason, we cherish every day and every moment […]
Republicans Running For The 2024 U.S. Presidential Race
The 2024 U.S. presidential primary campaign is underway, with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis formally announcing his candidature on May 24, becoming the 7th Republican to officially enter the 2024 presidential race. Four years after a historically large number of candidates stood for the poll, the field is expected to get even more crowded this year, […]
Caltrans Project: Archaeologists and Native Tribes Digging Up Old and New Grudges
In a bid to conduct archaeological surveys with an eye to reconstructing US Highway 395, archaeologists have drawn the ire of local tribes in the area. The $69.7 million Caltrans Project was meant to convert the two-lane road to a four-lane expressway. This was expected to ensure the safety of motorists using the road. Things […]
One Porcelain to Rule Them All
Professor Hai Shi Lee from the UCLA Center For Chinese Studies interviewed Dr. Wang Guanyi on the history of Chinese porcelain. Dr. Wang is the Associate Curator of Arts at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. She also participated in the excavation of the Qin muslin site and was a key participant in the study […]
Okinawa, The Land of Immortals
On Okinawa’s main island, there is a small stone marker with a few sentences written in Japanese, “At 80, you are merely a youth. At 90, if your ancestors invite you into heaven, ask them to wait until you are 100—then, you might consider it.” This quote appropriately reflects the reality for this Japanese island. […]
“Tiananmen Mission” Movie Review (Video)
The movie “Tiananmen Mission” is about the Tiananmen Square Massacre, which took place in Beijing, China, on June 4, 1989. The massacre put an end to student-led protests that began on April 15 of the same year. Records show that the Chinese Communist Regime used armored tanks to quash the demonstrations, opening fire on unarmed […]
Missed the Original Gold Rush? Here’s Another Chance for You
None of us were alive for the original California gold rush; however, another time has come for you to try your luck. Winter has been hard on California residents, especially in the Sierra Nevada. Storms have been blasting through the counties, causing varying degrees of devastation. However, the storms left more impact than ruined buildings. […]
Lorenzo Ghiberti, The Creator of the “Gates of Paradise”
Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378 – 1 December 1455), born Lorenzo di Bartolo, was a Florentine Italian artist of the Early Renaissance best known as the creator of the bronze doors of the Baptistry of Florence Cathedral, called by Michelangelo the “Gates of Paradise”. Trained as a goldsmith and sculptor, he established an important workshop for sculpture […]
Writers’ Strike Continues Unabated for the Third Week
Three weeks into the strike, writers, represented by the Writers Guild of America, stand firm in their demand for fair pay and improved working conditions. The Hollywood writer’s strike, which started on May 2, has already disrupted the industry affecting many shows and award functions. In a recent development, striking members of the Writers Guild […]