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Epoch Times

10-07-2025

General
Epoch Times

Why I Believe in America's Story

My wife and I visited our daughter's home in an affluent Fresno, California, neighborhood not long ago. We strolled out back, and from the second-story veranda, she and her husband hung a large American flag, visible to everyone on the golf course below. Surprised to see it, I felt tears well up. This sudden outpouring of emotion seemed silly to me. My son-in-law noticed and expressed surprise. Choked up, all I could muster was, 'Well, I was born on the Fourth of July, after all.' My patriotism may have originated with my birthday, but of course it's so much more than that. Heroism, compassion, and altruism often move me to tears, and the United States of America encompasses all of these qualities. I don't claim to be a historian, but surely the history of the United States has more than its share of evocative tales. Briefly study any era of America's short history, and an inspiring story of hope, or courage, or selflessness, or community, will surely emerge. I was a schoolteacher for 30 years. While teaching American literature to my high school students, I focused on stories that elucidate those themes. In September, I would tell the story of my neighbor David McDonald. His company had an office in New York City that looked out onto the World Trade Center towers. He took the events of 9/11 personally, and a month or so afterward, he chartered an airliner for first responders. 'You folks have had a tough few weeks. You need a break. Any first responder that wants to come to California for a few days will be my guest, all expenses paid.' Regardless of where the crowd went in our little agricultural and cattle community of Clovis, California, New Yorkers' money was not accepted. The following year, the New York Police Department and the New York Fire Department asked Dave to be their grand marshal at the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Years later, at Dave's funeral, one of those firefighters came to say goodbye to Dave and said that trip literally saved his life from suicide. I would also find a chance to tell my students the story of Jerry Parr. There's an unobtrusive, often overlooked poster in the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library just a few hours south of where I live. It's for a movie called 'Code of the Secret Service' that starred Ronald Reagan. As a child, Jerry Parr saw the movie several times and decided to set his sights on becoming a Secret Service agent. He succeeded. Not only did he become a Secret Service agent, his detail ended up serving none other than Reagan himself who had become president! Amazing, but that's not all. He was on duty the day of the assassination attempt on Reagan, and it was he who made the decision to go straight to the hospital rather than to the White House, thus saving the president's life. Who would have thought? In the spring, I would teach my students that, at a minimum, a cursory knowledge of World War II is essential to understanding our world today. It is certainly the most cataclysmic event of the past hundred years, probably of the past one thousand, and possibly in the history of mankind. Stories of courage, heroism, and self-sacrifice are too numerous to tell. Yet those virtues are the summation of America's war involvement. 'There is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends.' (John 15:13) All of America struggled for four years, and nearly half a million military members made the ultimate sacrifice to save our neighbors overseas from despotism and hatred. An overview of World War II was a precursor to teaching John Knowles' masterpiece novel, 'A Separate Peace.' It's set at a prestigious boys' school in New Hampshire, where the students would presumably be insulated from the unfolding horrors of the war. But soon, their sports and classical studies are replaced with training exercises preparing them for the battlefield—which had become their destiny. Told in retrospect with beautiful prose, the novel is written from the main character's perspective, and he comes to realize how much fear saturated those days. He learns that 'wars are caused by something ignorant in the human heart.' He is chagrined to learn that that includes his heart, or at least it did, until his best friend purified it with unconditional, sacrificial love. ' I was ready for the war, now that I no longer had any hatred to contribute to it .' It's a marvelous, poignant story of self-discovery, coming of age, and redemption—an American story. I carry these and so many other epic stories deep within. They comprise my psyche, my soul, and my being. It's no wonder I find genuine symbols of patriotism so touching. They indicate that others also deeply appreciate our America. This article was originally published in American Essence magazine.

Several injured after yacht carrying 400 people for party cruise hits dock

Daily Mirror

21-06-2025

General
Daily Mirror

Several injured after yacht carrying 400 people for party cruise hits dock

The incident occurred just after 4pm, according to reports, when the yacht reportedly hit a dock in the Hudson River. It was believed to be carrying 400 people at the time of the collision At least nine people have been injured after a yacht carrying 400 people collided with a dock on Saturday afternoon. The injured people were rushed to hospital with injuries after the yacht struck a dock in the Hudson River near 125th Street, in New York as reported by ABC7 New York. The incident occurred just after 4pm, and all injuries are said to be minor. ‌ Members of the New York Fire Department and EMTs attended to passengers who remained seated in their chairs, according to WABC. It remains unclear whether any injuries happened on land or if all victims were aboard the yacht. ‌ Named the Timeless, the yacht was ferrying at least 400 people for a party cruise when it hit the pier. Currently, there's no information available regarding what caused the collision, reports the Mirror US. This comes weeks after a Mexican navy ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two fatalities and numerous injuries. The Cuauhtémoc, a stunning 270-foot training vessel,collided with the bridge just before 8.30pm on Saturday, May 17, with one of its towering 147-foot masts smashing into the bridge's road deck, according to sources. We'll be providing you with the latest updates, photos, and videos on this breaking news story. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name.

Anne Burrell Believed To Have Suffered Cardiac Arrest, According to 911 Call

Yahoo

18-06-2025

Entertainment
Yahoo

Anne Burrell Believed To Have Suffered Cardiac Arrest, According to 911 Call

The person who called 911 on Tuesday morning believed that Chef Anne Burrell had suffered cardiac arrest, according to the New York Fire Department. In a 911 call report, someone called at 7:50 a.m. on June 17 to get help for the 55-year-old, whom they were concerned had gone into cardiac arrest in her home in Brooklyn, New York. Emergency medical services pronounced her dead at the scene, but as of June 18, her cause of death has not been confirmed. Anne Burrell reportedly spent the night before her deathly happily participating in an improv acting show at The Second City New York in Brooklyn. A source told People that the chef was 'in great spirits' and 'having a blast.' Anne had been training at Second City since March, according to her Instagram. After her death was announced, the organization expressed its grief. 'She will be missed and remembered as a vibrant part of our Second City New York Training Center community,' read the caption of an Instagram post, featuring a photo of the 55-year-old silver-haired food icon. 'Anne brought joy, boldness, and an unwavering 'yes, and' spirit. Her enthusiasm was contagious, her presence unforgettable. Our thoughts go out to Anne's family and loved ones.'

Mexican Navy Ship Collides with Brooklyn Bridge, Killing 2 Crew Members

Leaders

18-05-2025

General
Leaders

Mexican Navy Ship Collides with Brooklyn Bridge, Killing 2 Crew Members

A Mexican Navy sailing vessel on a goodwill tour struck the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday night, shattering its masts and rigging and resulting in the deaths of two crew members. The ship, Cuauhtémoc , had 277 people aboard at the time of the collision. According to the New York Fire Department, all passengers have been accounted for. New York City Mayor Eric Adams confirmed via social media that two people died in the incident, noting that the ship had lost power before the crash. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum also stated that the victims were crew members aboard the Cuauhtémoc . Mexican Navy The Mexican Navy reported that 22 others were injured in the crash—11 critically and nine in stable condition. The ship had been docked at Pier 17 in Manhattan, just beneath the Brooklyn Bridge, and was scheduled to depart Saturday night. Moreover, its planned route included a brief stop along the Brooklyn waterfront to refuel before continuing to Iceland. However, around 8:30 p.m., the Cuauhtémoc veered off course and was unintentionally headed toward the bridge, according to a spokesman from the city's Office of Emergency Management. Videos circulating on social media showed a tugboat near the vessel as it moved backward stern first before hitting the bridge. Witnesses reported hearing the snap as the top of a mast collided with the bridge's underside. At nearby Pier 16, emergency responders tended to the injured. South Street was lined with flashing emergency vehicles, and victims were seen being transported to ambulances on gurneys, many wearing neck braces. Finally, onlookers gathered along the waterfront, erupting in cheers and chants of 'Mex-i-co! Mex-i-co!' as survivors emerged. Related Topics : ACWA Power, US Companies Expand Partnership with $500mn Deals Saudi Industry Minister Explores Aerospace Partnership with Airbus in France Saudi Arabia to Host Fashion, Textile Exhibition in Jeddah Travel Light, Pray Right: Saudi Arabia's Advice for Comfortable Hajj 2025 Short link : Post Views: 4

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