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Time Business News
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Business News
'Spiritual Essays – Contradictory Perceptions': A Soul-Searching Kindle Series from a Modern-Day Spiritual Thinker
Adrian Gabriel Dumitru, a Romanian essayist and spiritual thinker, has completed his ambitious 'Contradictory Perceptions' Kindle series—a collection of 20 books that delve into the paradoxes of human consciousness, love, and inner transformation. With essays that resonate on a deeply personal level, Dumitru offers read ers a mirror to their internal complexities. Each volume in the series stands alone as a philosophical meditation. Themes range from love's contradictions and the illusion of change to how we embrace—or resist—the nonsense that patterns our lives. In his 19th installment, PRACTICING … THE NONSENSE … AS AN ART , Dumitru invites readers to perceive chaos not as a force to fear, but as an unexpected teacher. Meanwhile, Book 20, THINK … DEEPER , encourages readers to unearth beauty within life's misaligned moments and emotional turbulence. Driven by emotional honesty, the series explores love's fragility, spiritual fatigue, cognitive dissonance, and quiet healing. 'I've written many books… reflections of my contradictory thoughts,' Dumitru notes in one of his candid author reflections. 'Sometimes I smile reading what I wrote not so long ago. But I don't deny anything. Not anymore.' Dumitru's work refuses traditional genres. He doesn't prescribe solutions—instead, he invites shared contemplation. As a philosophical essayist, his voice is intimate yet poetic, deeply subjective yet universally felt. His readership spans those drawn to introspective writing and those navigating spiritual growth through ambiguity. The series' accessibility—sold on Amazon Kindle at an affordable price—reinforces Dumitru's mission: to reach everyday readers on devices they already use. Book 6 explores love's contradictions, prompting readers to examine how hopes and fears can coexist in relationships, as featured on News Channel Nebraska, which noted its emotional resonance. explores love's contradictions, prompting readers to examine how hopes and fears can coexist in relationships, as featured on News Channel Nebraska, which noted its emotional resonance. Book 19 , focusing on embracing nonsensical life patterns, was praised for its lyrical treatment of chaos as a creative narrative. , focusing on embracing nonsensical life patterns, was praised for its lyrical treatment of chaos as a creative narrative. Book 20, THINK … DEEPER , delivers what reviewers called a 'transformational blueprint,' helping readers chart thoughtful lives amid disorder. Born in Bucharest, Dumitru began writing as a teenager but only embraced spiritual writing in his late 30s. His motivation is rooted in self-therapy rather than literary fame. Across Kindle, Google Play, and Apple Books, his work has garnered a loyal following—readers drawn to his authentic reflections on love, identity, spirituality, and change. Through the Contradictory Perceptions series, Dumitru presents his literary memoir of the soul—20 Kindle volumes that stand as one man's truest witness to his internal contradictions and evolving consciousness. His writing may not offer answers, but it does offer proximity: an invitation to walk the rugged path of self-awareness with curiosity and acceptance. Available on Amazon Also available on Google Play Books and Apple Books Website: TIME BUSINESS NEWS
USA Today
16-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Philadelphia Eagles center Cam Jurgens describes winning the Super Bowl
Philadelphia Eagles center Cam Jurgens describes winning the Super Bowl A former Nebraska offensive lineman recapped the experience of winning the Super Bowl this past season. Center Cam Jurgens and the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. Jurgens described the experience as the worst and best month of his life. He made the comments while talking to News Channel Nebraska. 'The playoffs was the worst month of my life and the best month of my life all in one, it hurt so much some days I could even walk or move. But it's all about getting ready to play. Laying your body out on the line for your team and doing what you can.' The honors won't stop there for the former Husker. Next Friday, Beatrice High School, in Beatrice, Nebraska, will name its football field Cam Jurgens Field after the former Nebraska center. Jurgens was a three-sport star at Beatrice High and was the top in-state prospect in the 2018 recruiting class. He would sign with the Cornhuskers and played for Nebraska from 2018-21. The former Husker started his career as a tight end before making the switch to center. The Philadelphia Eagles selected the center in the second round with the 51st pick overall in the 2022 NFL draft. He recently signed a four-year $68 million extension with the Philadelphia Eagles. This includes a $39.4 million guaranteed contract and keeps him with the organization through the 2029 season. Jurgens described the experience while making an appearance at his hometown of Pickrell, Nebraska's Pickrell Picnic. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Republican Rep. Mike Flood grilled during town hall
Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., faced intense questioning from people at a town hall Tuesday, at one point conceding that he did not read a provision in the House's 'Big Beautiful Bill' before he voted for it, triggering loud protests from the audience. The town hall was held in a high school in Seward, Nebraska, and livestreamed on YouTube by News Channel Nebraska — a media network founded and owned by Flood. Flood admitted he did not read the full bill when an audience member asked him why he had voted in favor of a provision that would make it harder for judges to enforce orders holding parties before them in contempt for defying court orders. Flood, who holds a law degree from the University of Nebraska, said that he did not agree with the provision and that he was unaware of it when he voted in favor of the bill. 'I believe in the rule of law. I've taken an oath as an attorney, I've taken an oath as a state senator, I've taken an oath as a member of Congress, and I support our court system, and I do believe that the federal district courts, when issuing an injunction, should have legal effect. In fact, I relied upon that when the Biden administration was in place. The federal courts did a tremendous amount of good work,' Flood said. 'This provision was unknown to me when I voted for the bill,' he finished, to loud yells from the crowd. As the moderator tried to move on to the next question, Flood stopped her, saying: 'I am not going to hide the truth. This provision was unknown to me when I voted for that, and when I found out that provision was in the bill, I immediately reached out to my Senate counterparts and told them of my concern.' Flood's words did not calm attendees, who continued their shouting. The questions only got more intense from there, with attendees grilling him on a number of topics, from Medicaid cuts to his voting record to changes in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Flood won handily in Seward County, winning re-election with 77.6% of the county's votes in November — higher than President Donald Trump, who won 72.2% in the county. Flood won his district with 60.1% of the vote. The Nebraska Democratic Party encouraged followers Tuesday to 'pack the place' and ask Flood questions at the town hall. One person accused Flood of being a 'fascist' and asked him whether he would be willing to invoke articles of impeachment against Trump. Flood denied the accusation, saying, 'I get that you get an applause line when you call me a fascist, but I'm not. I am not a fascist, I'm an American, and I would never call you something like that.' Yet another person accused him of lying over promises to protect health care but voting in favor of the "Big Beautiful Bill," which could trigger cuts. The bill would slash hundreds of billions of dollars for Medicaid and SNAP. In response, Flood said Nebraska does not provide benefits to undocumented immigrants, arguing that the bill's cuts would target that group of people and not his state. Minutes later, Flood turned the question on the crowd, asking, 'Question for the audience, do you want illegal immigrants to get tax-funded benefits?' The crowd answered with a loud 'Yes.' Flood replied: 'I would say that is not the majority opinion of most Nebraskans, however. Next question.' Flood hosted a town hall in Columbus, Nebraska, in March, when he also faced criticism. Several of Flood's colleagues have faced tough questions since Trump returned to office at the beginning of the year, leading Republican congressional leadership in March to advise GOP members not to hold in-person town halls. A spokesperson for Flood did not immediately respond to a request for comment. This article was originally published on
NBC News
28-05-2025
- Politics
- NBC News
Republican lawmaker grilled during town hall
Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., faced intense questioning from attendees at a town hall Tuesday, at one point conceding to them that he did not read a provision in the House's 'Big Beautiful Bill' before voting for it, triggering loud protests from the event's audience. The town hall was held in a high school in Seward, Nebraska, and was live streamed on YouTube by News Channel Nebraska — a media network founded and owned by Flood. Flood's admission that he did not read the full bill came when an attendee asked him why he had voted in favor of a provision which would make it harder for judges to enforce orders holding parties before them in contempt for defying court orders. Flood, who holds a law degree from the University of Nebraska, said he did not agree with that provision and that he was unaware of it when he voted in favor of the bill. 'I believe in the rule of law. I've taken an oath as an attorney, I've taken an oath as a state senator, I've taken an oath as a member of Congress, and I support our court system, and I do believe that the federal district courts, when issuing an injunction, should have legal effect. In fact, I relied upon that when the Biden administration was in place, the federal courts did a tremendous amount of good work,' Flood said. 'This provision was unknown to me when I voted for the bill,' he finished, to loud yells from the crowd. As the moderator tried to move on to the next question, Flood stopped her, saying, 'I am not going to hide the truth. This provision was unknown to me when I voted for that, and when I found out that provision was in the bill, I immediately reached out to my Senate counterparts and told them of my concern.' Flood's words did not calm attendees, who continued their shouting. The questions only got more intense from there, with attendees grilling him on a number of topics, from Medicaid cuts, to his voting record to changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Flood won handily in Seward, winning re-election with 77.6% of the county's votes against his Democratic opponent in November — larger margins than President Donald Trump, who won 72.2% of the county's votes in the same election. The congressman won his district with 60.1% of the vote. The Nebraska Democratic Party encouraged followers Tuesday to 'pack the place' and ask Flood questions at Tuesday's town hall. One attendee accused Flood of being a 'fascist' and asked him if he would be willing to invoke articles of impeachment against Trump. Flood denied the accusation, saying, 'I get that you get an applause line when you call me a fascist but I'm not. I am not a fascist, I'm an American, and I would never call you something like that.' Yet another attendee accused him of lying over promises to protect health care, but voting in favor of the "Big Beautiful Bill," which could trigger cuts. The bill would slash hundreds of billions of dollars for Medicaid and SNAP. In response, Flood said Nebraska does not provide benefits to undocumented immigrants, arguing that the bill's cuts would target that group of people and not his state. Some minutes later, Flood turned the question on the crowd, saying, 'Question for the audience, do you want illegal immigrants to get tax funded benefits?' The crowd answered with a loud, 'Yes.' Flood replied, 'I would say that is not the majority opinion of most Nebraskans, however, next question.' Tuesday's event comes two months after Flood hosted an earlier town hall in Columbus, Nebraska, during which the congressman also faced criticism. Several of Flood's colleagues faced tough questions from attendees since Trump returned to office at the beginning of the year, leading Republican congressional leadership in March to advise GOP members not to hold in-person town halls. A spokesperson for Flood did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Raquel Coronell Uribe
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Small town dad kills family of 4 in Mother's Day weekend murder-suicide hours before son's graduation: police
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The wife of a Nebraska man who is suspected of killing his entire family of four in a murder-suicide pleaded for support for her husband's mental health online just days before she and her two sons were murdered, according to a report. Jeremy Koch, 42, stabbed and killed his wife Bailey, 41, and sons Hudson, 18, and Asher, 16, before killing himself in their rural Dawson County home, Nebraska State Patrol confirmed Saturday. Hudson was scheduled to graduate from high school on Saturday, just hours after the family was found dead, according to News Channel Nebraska. Arizona Pastor Found Dead With Hands Pinned To Wall In Homicide At Home The outlet reported on a now-removed GoFundMe page Bailey began earlier this month called "Jeremy's Battle: Mental Health Support Needed." Read On The Fox News App "May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so here we are... making you aware," Bailey reportedly wrote. She said Jeremy first attempted suicide in 2009 and had tried to take his life multiple times. Realtor Shot Dead By Mercedes Suspect With Criminal History: Police Last year, according to Bailey, Jeremy's depression reached a fever pitch. "Jeremy cannot get out of bed unless forced," she wrote. "By not eating or drinking, Jeremy is slowly completing suicide." She reportedly wrote that the family's income, which came from a local landscaping business Jeremy owned, had dried up. In March, Bailey said she woke up to Jeremy standing over her with a knife but talked him down and convinced him to get inpatient mental health care. That was the fourth time Jeremy had been hospitalized for his mental health struggles, according to the report. She said a round of electroconvulsive therapy did not help her husband. "It didn't work. Jeremy became a shell of himself." "I have no pride left," she wrote at the time. "Mental illness is taking my husband from me, and I'm begging you to open your eyes and see the reality that is this society's mental health crisis." However, Bailey reportedly said on the GoFundMe that Jeremy had been released from the hospital last week to attend Hudson's graduation. Bailey worked as a special education teacher at Holdrege Public Schools. "Our Holdrege school community is grieving after a tragic event that has deeply affected us all," the district reportedly said Saturday. "Our hearts are with everyone impacted."Original article source: Small town dad kills family of 4 in Mother's Day weekend murder-suicide hours before son's graduation: police
