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31 May 2023
#society
The Epoch Times: Conservative Rapper's 'Boycott Target’ Song Criticizing LGBT 'Agenda' Reaches Top of iTunes
Conservative rapper Forgiato Blow's song, "Boycott Target," has hit the top spot on Apple iTunes. The song targets Target for selling LGBT-themed children's products, which the rapper claims is leaving children with "cuts" and "scars." Blow's song includes footage of him inside a Target store, where he and another individual remove a substantial amount of Bud Light, which recently partnered with transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney for a campaign.The song's success comes amid Target's reported loss of $10 billion in market value and removal of some controversial products from its stores and website, citing concerns over employees' safety due to confrontational behavior.
#foreignaffairs
Foreign Policy: The Rise and Sudden Fall of the Arctic Council
After being suspended due to Russia’s aggression toward Ukraine, the Arctic Council has resumed its activity. However, Russia was excluded from the event, highlighting concerns about the council's relevance without its largest Arctic member. Norway, which now oversees the council, faces challenging questions about how to run a circumpolar forum that neglects half of the High North. The council is a unique international group formed around a specific set of challenges to protect the environment and peoples of the north, with Indigenous leaders as equal stakeholders. However, the group is still unwilling to include Russia, and its projects without direct Russian involvement quietly resumed their work.
Liberty Nation: Secretary of State Blinken Makes Crucial Visit to Scandinavia
US Secretary of State Blinken is visiting Sweden, Norway, and Finland to discuss ways to create a bulwark against Russian aggression, NATO accession, and efforts to ensure that the Arctic remains a conflict-free region. In Sweden, Blinken participated in the fourth US-EU Trade and Technology Council meeting and confirmed the US and Sweden are working together on shared interests and on new export controls on technology found in Iranian drones used to target Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure. During his trip to Norway, Blinken discussed ways NATO can better support Ukraine and expediting delivery of F-16 fighters to the Kyiv government. In Finland, he gave a major speech at Helsinki City Hall, emphasizing the bilateral ties between Finland and the US, and Finland's NATO membership.
Foreign Policy: Stop Worrying About Chinese Hegemony in Asia
The United States aims to prevent China from becoming a regional hegemon in the Indo-Pacific, fearing they will persuade neighboring countries to defer to Beijing's foreign policy wishes. While it is understandable why a state would want to be a regional hegemon, history shows that such attempts inevitably fail and inflict harm on the state and others. As such, a Chinese bid for regional hegemony is likely to fail, and the United States and its Asian partners must ensure their efforts to maintain the balance of power do not push China towards a hegemonic bid.
#economy
The Epoch Times: Cleveland Fed President Says There Is No ‘Compelling’ Reason to Pause Rate Hikes
Loretta Mester, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, sees no “compelling reason” to wait on another interest rate hike in order to control U.S. inflation. Some Fed policymakers have suggested delaying a rate hike to assess the impact of their policy on inflation, but Mester argued that only more action can counter current inflationary pressures. An agreement on the U.S. borrowing limit between Republican leaders and the Biden administration relieves some uncertainty surrounding the economy. Mester remains a policy hawk on inflation and is open to being swayed by the next employment report and latest inflation results.
The Federalist Papers: Bud Light Gets the Worst News Possible as Direct Competitor Threatens to Overtake Woke Company on Charts
Bud Light may lose its first-place position among beers as Modelo Especial gains on its sales, nearing Bud Light's spot as the most popular beer in the world. Bud Light suffered a 25.7 percent drop in sales in May due to a conservative boycott of the brand after a disastrous business partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. Analysts attribute the decline to the growth of microbreweries and artisanal beers.
Red State: Bud Light Just Keeps on Digging, Donates $200K to National LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce
Bud Light is facing a 30% decline in sales since partnering with Dylan Mulvaney, who pretends to be a teenage girl on TikTok, resulting in a major marketing disaster. A-B InBev responded to the boycott by disavowing Mulvaney's work with the company, but its efforts to regain market relevance have been perceived as desperate, including giving away free beer and partnering with Harley Davidson. However, they have not stopped their efforts to court liberal favor, announcing a $200,000 donation and support for the LGBT community. Anheuser-Busch has donated over $13 million to LGBTQ+ causes in the past two decades, but sales continue to decline, and it begs questioning how they value "woke" over long-loyal customers.
#culture
Forbes: John Beasley, The ‘Everwood’ And ‘The Soul Man’ Actor, Dies 79
Actor John Beasley, known for his roles in Everwood and The Soul Man, has died at the age of 79. His son, Mike Beasley, announced the news on Facebook and called his father his hero. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Beasley started his career in acting in his mid-40s after a prior career with the Union Pacific Railroad. He appeared in several films and TV shows, and was recently seen in the first episode of The Mandalorian. Beasley was survived by his wife of 58 years, two sons, a daughter-in-law, and six grandchildren.
#health
Fox News: ACLU suing to block Nebraska measure that combines bans on abortion, gender surgery for minors
Nebraska’s controversial law blocking gender care for minors and imposing a 12-week abortion ban has been sued by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) for violating a constitutional requirement. The lawsuit is filed on behalf of Planned Parenthood and its doctor for abortions in Nebraska. The new law will prohibit surgery below 19 and limit hormone treatments, puberty blockers use in minors from Oct. 1. The law has banned abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy with some exceptions. Opposition lawmakers earlier cautioned the law could face a lawsuit if passed.
#education
The Epoch Times: ANALYSIS: Debt Ceiling Deal Unfreezes Student Loan Repayments, Here's What Borrowers Should Know
Over 40 million student loan borrowers must resume payments & interest as the COVID-19 relief ends & debt ceiling deal locks extension.
#crime
The Epoch Times: Manson Follower Leslie Van Houten Should Be Paroled, California Appeals Court Rules
The Second District Court of Appeal in Los Angeles has ruled that Leslie Van Houten, a former follower of Charles Manson who has been in prison since the 1960s for her role in two killings, should be released on parole. The decision overturns the verdict of California Governor Gavin Newsom who has denied her parole on five separate occasions since 2016 stating that she remained a danger to society. Van Houten was convicted of murder for her role in helping Manson kill grocer Leno LaBianca and his wife Rosemary in 1969 and has been imprisoned for more than 50 years. The ruling can still be appealed by Newsom through California Attorney General Rob Bonta.
The Epoch Times: Truck Driver Indicted on Manslaughter Charges After Deadly Oregon Crash That Killed 7 Farmworkers
A truck driver from California has been indicted on 12 charges, including seven charges of manslaughter, following a fatal incident on Interstate 5 in Oregon in which seven farmworkers died and four were injured. Lincoln Smith was allegedly driving under the influence of a combination of a controlled substance and an inhalant when his semi-trailer collided with a parked van carrying 11 agricultural laborers near Albany on May 18. His defence attorney declined to comment on the case. The indictment also includes charges of reckless driving and driving under the influence of intoxicants.
Fox News: 19-year-old shot at same Philadelphia train station for second time in 8 months, cops say
A 19-year-old man was shot on a SEPTA train platform in Philadelphia and rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Police are searching for a suspect and have released surveillance footage. The shooting is the latest incident of gun violence on SEPTA property in recent months.
#sports
Fox News: Pat McAfee set to make around $17 million with ESPN move: report
Former NFL punter Pat McAfee agreed to a five-year, $85 million deal to join ESPN, reportedly making about $17 million per year. He left a FanDuel deal reportedly worth $120 million. His new deal with ESPN will reportedly allow him to keep control over “all aspects” of his show but will have to say the F-word less. The move comes amid Disney layoffs, which some former ESPN employees have criticized as the company continues to spend on big names while cutting smaller ones.
#outdoors
Fox News: The Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison pickup is built to bound
Chevrolet has unveiled its 2024 Colorado ZR2 Bison, a high-performance version of the midsize pickup truck. The truck features a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a suspension system designed for high-speed offroading. It also includes Multimatic-developed shock absorbers and jounce dampers, underbody skid plates, steel bumpers, boron steel skid plates, and a bed-mounted tire carrier. The Colorado ZR2 Bison will compete against the Ford Ranger Raptor and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, but pricing has not yet been announced.
#technology
The Epoch Times: Japan to Test Beaming Solar Power From Space in 2025
Japan is developing space-based solar power, which involves placing solar panels in space to generate electricity that is converted into microwaves and sent down to receiving stations on earth for conversion into electrical energy. The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry aims to test the technology in 2025. The UK, the US, China, and the European Commission are also researching space-based solar power. However, the cost of production and environmental concerns pose challenges for this technology.
#other
The Epoch Times: Guilbeault Says He's Confident He Can Work With Alberta Premier on Contentious Climate Policies
Canada’s Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault, is positive he can address disagreements with Alberta’s United Conservative Party and the Premier, Danielle Smith, regarding climate policies aimed at reaching net-zero national emissions by 2050. Guilbeault believes he can work through disagreements with Smith, acknowledging the need for “climate change” policies, recognised by the Alberta government. She had vowed during her victory speech that she would fight federal restrictions on natural gas-generated electricity and refuse to accept federal production caps. Intergovernmental Affairs Minister, Dominic LeBlanc also remains positive and encouraged, after holding "constructive” meetings with Smith before her re-election, saying they will concentrate on areas of agreement.
Forbes: Here’s The Exact Time ‘Diablo 4’ Early Access Begins And How To Play
The highly-anticipated Diablo IV game is almost here, with a short Early Access period prior to its official launch on June 5th/6th. Players must pre-order the Digital Deluxe or Ultimate Edition to gain access to Early Access, which will begin on June 1st or 2nd depending on your region. The game features five classes, a grimdark fantasy theme, and will be a live-service title with new content released across seasons.
Fox News: ‘Yellowstone’ star Piper Perabo weighs in on how show will end, would ‘keep going’ if it were up to her
Piper Perabo, who stars in "Yellowstone," hopes the show will continue after the fifth season, set to end in November. There is an unnamed sequel series set to air in December, picking up where "Yellowstone" leaves off. There is speculation that the sequel may star Matthew McConaughey. However, Perabo hopes the Hollywood writer’s strike does not affect the expected November release for the show's last episodes, and she stands in solidarity with the writers fighting for fair wages and transparency.