Category: Life & Tradition

2023 Toyota GR Corolla

For those of a certain vintage here in west, the Toyota Corolla conjures up images of something beige, four door and economical. The model however once had more sporting pretensions earlier in its lineage, and returns to those roots with the 2023 GR Corolla. Media event held at a B.C. racetrack. (By Benjamin Yong) GR…


Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2022: Winning Photos of Once-in-a-Lifetime Moments

The just-released winning images of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards 2022 are simply so extraordinary that it’s easy to overlook the effort required to get such shots. These genius photographers have truly made once-in-a-lifetime encounters appear so easy to capture. Wildlife Photographer of the Year is developed and produced by the Natural History…


When Unchecked Evil Becomes the Object of Admiration

This series focuses on the art of Gustav Doré and started by looking at his illustrations for John Milton’s 17th-century epic poem “Paradise Lost.” In this next article, Satan has just finished rallying the rebel angels after they fell to hell. He calls out to them, shames them, and reinvigorates their passion to resist God. At…


The 6th NTD International Piano Competition Revives the Glory of Classical Music

The sixth NTD International Piano Competition concluded after the Future Stars Concert & Award Ceremony held at the Merkin Concert Hall – Kaufman Music Center in New York City on Nov. 2, 2022. Pianists from more than 20 countries across four continents met in united effort to revive the glory of classical music. Thirteen made…


2022 Volkswagen Taos SE

2022 Volkswagen Taos is powered by an 1.5L DOHC turbocharged four-cylinder engine driving the front wheels, with 4MOTION AWD as an option. The engine produces 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft torque, which is directed through an 8-speed automatic transmission. With the help of an engine auto stop/start system, the Taos achieves 28 mpg in the…


Heartfelt Gratitude at Thanksgiving to the Founder of Falun Dafa

Thanksgiving is a holiday about gratitude. As people gather to celebrate the blessings in life over turkey and pumpkin pie, Falun Dafa practitioners and supporters send their gratitude to Li Hongzhi, the founder of Falun Dafa, whom they respectfully call Master. ‘I Owe All That to Your Teachings’ “As the custom with this holiday is…


PHOTOS: Blind Painter Celebrates Americana, Tradition, and Faith Through His Art Since 1985

One of the most collected artists in the U.S. and Canada has a very unique story. He pursued his passion for painting despite being diagnosed as legally blind at the age of 6. Through faith and persistence, he has shared his personal vision in oil on canvas for over three decades and left an indelible…


Profiles in History: Jimmy Durante: The Man With a Nose for Show Business

Jimmy Durante (February 10, 1893–January 29, 1980) When Jimmy Durante was born into an Italian immigrant family in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, he was cursed and blessed with a physical curiosity: a bulbous nose. In his early years, he hated his nose because it was often the center of ridicule. One day, several bullies beat…


2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6

Not satisfied with just knocking it out of the park following the release of the quirky and highly-lauded IONIQ 5 EV crossover last year, Hyundai served up another wow moment unveiling the IONIQ 6 sedan at the 2022 LA Auto Show. Its curvy silhouette, particularly the dramatically arcing nose and roofline, is certainly interesting to…


PHOTOS: Artist Paints Realistic Animal Portraits With Uncanny Accuracy on Rocks

An Italian artist with a penchant for pets and paint has made a name for himself with his magical, hyper-realistic portraits of animals on rocks and stones collected from nature. Roberto Rizzo, 50, was born in Naples, Italy. He attended the European Institute of Design in Milan after high school and started working as an…