Culture (Page 59)
October 29, 2019
Six conspiracy theorists with connections to the White House
President Trump posing with conspiracy theorist Lionel Lebron, right, and his wife. Image by Lionel Media/White House. President Donald Trump […]
October 28, 2019
The Sights and Sounds of Central Park in New York City
On Sundays, hundreds of New York City residents and tourists visit Central Park. A day off of work is a day well spent for these individuals. The horse rides are in full swing, there are flash mobs and dancing at the Bethesda Fountain, and picnics scattered across Sheep Meadow Lawn.
October 20, 2019
Pets of New York Blessed in Annual Ceremony
Hundreds of pet owners stood on sidewalks outside New York City churches Friday, holding their guinea pigs, cats, snakes, and various breeds of dogs - as they do every year on this day. It is Oct. 4, marking the celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Catholics all over the country wait in line with their beloved - in most cases - four-legged friends who are to be blessed, though the event is one that appeals to people of other faiths, and even some of no faith at all.
October 20, 2019
‘Joker’: Harmless Antagonist or Driving Force Behind Stigma of Mental Illness?
The Oscar-buzzing movie, “Joker,” premiered Oct. 4 and while the psychological thriller brought in $300 million along with rave reviews, police stepped up security after the FBI and Department of Homeland Security called alert to a number of threats of mass shootings at showings of the film.
October 15, 2019
How Far Are ‘Lizard People’ from the White House?
Former sports broadcaster David Icke claims that shapeshifting reptilians control the world, masquerading as our trusted political leaders. He’s built a business around it, writing books and selling out public talks around the world for years. How far are his far-out theories from those that grip the current White House, and are they related?