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Epoch Times
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Trump Pledges to Bring Columbus Day Back ‘From the Ashes'
President Donald Trump said on April 27 that he would bring Columbus Day back 'from the ashes,' as he accused the Democrats of tarnishing the reputation of Italian explorer Christopher Columbus. Columbus Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the second Monday of October to honor Italian-Americans and Christopher Columbus, whose 1492 expedition from Spain reached the Caribbean and marked the beginning of sustained European exploration and colonization of the Americas. On Oct. 8, 2021, then-President Joe Biden issued two Trump said that he plans to commemorate Columbus Day 'under the same rules, dates, and locations, as it has had for all of the many decades before,' suggesting that he won't follow Biden's practice. 'I'm bringing Columbus Day back from the ashes. The Democrats did everything possible to destroy Christopher Columbus, his reputation, and all of the Italians that love him so much,' Trump 'They tore down his Statues, and put up nothing but 'WOKE,' or even worse, nothing at all!' Related Stories 5/4/2021 10/14/2024 The federal holiday was still known as Columbus Day during Biden's term, but also as Indigenous Peoples Day. That was a longtime goal of activists who wanted to shift the focus from commemorating Columbus' navigation to the Americas to his and his successors' exploitation of the indigenous people he encountered there. In his 2021 Columbus Day Biden said it should serve as a reflection of 'the courage and contributions of Italian Americans throughout the generations,' as well as 'the dignity and resilience of Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities.' During his first term, Trump stated in a 2020 'These extremists seek to replace discussion of his vast contributions with talk of failings, his discoveries with atrocities, and his achievements with transgressions,' he stated. 'Rather than learn from our history, this radical ideology and its adherents seek to revise it, deprive it of any splendor, and mark it as inherently sinister.' There have been reports of Columbus statues being vandalized in several states in recent years. In October 2019, vandals threw red paint and sprayed graffiti on two The Associated Press and Zachary Stieber contributed to this report.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A Canadian version of 'Jersey Shore' is in the works, but where will it take place? 5 potential locations for the new reality show
The Jersey Shore is coming to Canada, sort of. Paramount+ is gearing up to film the tentatively-titled Canada Shore — a take on the ultra-popular MTV series — this summer. According to the casting call, the show is looking for Canadians between the ages of 19 and 26 to 'move in with other like-minded people to experience the most unforgettable, unfiltered summer of their lives.' "Canadians may have a reputation for being polite, but we can be just as feisty, loud, dramatic, and unapologetic as anyone else," said Erin Brock, showrunner on Canada Shore and Co-Chief Content Officer at Insight Productions in a press release. 'And Insight is on the hunt for the wildest, most outrageous young Canadians who want to party with their future chosen family this summer." Jersey Shore became a cultural phenomenon when it premiered on MTV in December 2009. Millions tuned in each week to watch stars like Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi and Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino take over the boardwalk in Seaside Heights, N.J., live and die by the ethos of G.T.L. (gym, tan, laundry) and fist pump the night away at the club. The show and its stars exposed the 'guido' and 'guidette' aesthetic of Italian-Americans to the world at large. It was hair teased to "pouf" perfection for the women, and highly flammable hair gel for the meathead men. Don't forget about the coloured contacts, tank tops and animal print as far as the eye could see. Canada Shore is the latest in a long list of spin-offs that include Geordie Shore in the U.K., Floribama Shore in the U.S. and Aussie Shore in Australia. While producers search for the perfect cast of characters, one major question remains: Where will Canada Shore be filmed? Ahead, we've gathered a list of potential locations we think would be the perfect backdrop to reality TV antics. The Lake Huron town is less than three hours from Toronto and has been dubbed Canada's no. 1 freshwater beach. Sauble Beach's small strip of shops and restaurants leans into the kitsch of a beach town but has a more elevated aesthetic thanks to the opening of places like The June Motel, a trendy destination that gained popularity on the Netflix Canada reality show Motel Makeover. Sauble Beach offers plenty of vacation rentals for girls weekends away, family summer vacations and is an accessible go-to people in the Greater Toronto Area. As the kids say, Sauble is high vibes and could be the perfect town for a Canadian reality show. Learn more about Sauble Beach and where to stay Wasaga Beach would be an obvious choice for a Canadian version of Jersey Shore. It's a well-known summer tourist trap on the Georgian Bay, less than two hours north of Toronto, and boasts the title of the longest freshwater beach in the world. Wasaga is a go-to for anyone — but mostly young people — looking to enjoy sun and sand. Much like the Jersey Shore, Wasaga leans into kitsch and embraces the chaos of the summer party scene, making it a front-runner for potential filming location. Learn more about Wasaga Beach and where to stayOK, we recognize that Tofino might not be the first place you think of when you picture a Canadian version of Jersey Shore. However, if producers are looking for a unique location that can highlight Canada's surf culture and eco-tourism, there's no better place than Tofino. The area is visually appealing and a tourist hot spot, with more than 600,00 visitors annually, but it's not a party scene the show requires. It's a long shot, but there has yet to be a reality show with good looking twenty-somethings set in Tofino. If it's not the setting for Canada Shore, it should be the location for something in the near future. Learn more about Tofino and where to stay Grand Bend could be the perfect stand in for Seaside Heights, N.J., since it features 20 acres of sandy beach on Lake Huron, which is approximately three hours west of Toronto. The town itself has a fairly small population in the off-season but comes alive in the summer months thanks to an influx of tourists who take advantage of the seasonal shops and restaurants. Not only is it a hot spot for water sports and other outdoor activities, it has a bustling bar scene, which is a crucial element for young people running amok in the summer. The area spawned its own reality show in 2012 called Grand Benders, which aired on MTV Canada for three seasons. Could the area get another chance in the spotlight? Learn more about Grand Bend and where to stay Cavendish Beach is another curveball option for Canada Shore, but it's not as outlandish a choice as it may seem. At first glance, the idyllic backdrop and sandy beaches, which inspired the fictional town of Avonlea in Lucy Maude Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables series, might not seem like the best place for 20-somethings to party during the summer — unless your drink of choice is raspberry cordial. However, Cavendish sees approximately 1.7 million tourists a year, making it the ultimate beach location for a rag tag group of young pups to live and work for an unforgettable summer. Plus, the Cavendish Music Festival draws A-list talent and large crowds; this year Shania Twain, Lainey Wilson and former Florida Georgia Line singer Tyler Hubbard are set to headline. Young people and live music? Seems like a surefire way to reel people in. Learn more about Cavendish Beach and where to stay
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
My folks say this pizza oven (at a record-low 40% off) makes pies 'taste wood-fired'
As Italian-Americans, my family and I are, shall I say, particular when it comes to pizza. We rarely ate it at home while I was growing up because our oven always produced disappointing results; instead, we opted to eat at the select few local establishments that met my parents' standards. Cut to a few years ago, when my folks moved to a new state and quickly realized the pizza options were limited, to say the least. That's why, when they saw a TV ad saying the Granitestone Piezano Pizza Oven — a small, countertop appliance — reached temps of up to 800°F, they were intrigued. They decided to try it out, and reader, they haven't looked back since. Of course, they might be kicking themselves for not waiting until now to purchase this gadget; it just dropped to a record-low $90 (from $150) at Amazon. That said, I think they're too busy enjoying pies that, in their words, "taste wood-fired" to have any regrets. Upon checking my price trackers, I realized that this popular pie producer has never been on sale for this low — you're saving 40%! If you order takeout a lot, this thing will pay for itself in just a few uses; plus, it's a steal compared to many outdoor pizza makers on the market, which can cost hundreds, if not thousands. Be sure to apply the on-page coupon for the full discount. I'm not exaggerating when I say I've received no fewer than a dozen text messages from my parents in the past week alone that sing the Piezano's praises. "It only takes about 6-9 minutes to make a pizza," my dad shared, then proceeded to send photos of the veggie, pepperoni and anchovy pies he made for a party. "It's so easy to work with, and the pizza tastes great." My mom agreed, saying, "I love the char on the bottom." As mentioned, the Piezano reaches temperatures a standard oven can't, which is essential for achieving a crust that's perfectly crisp on the outside and slightly chewy inside. And because it can get as hot as 800°F, it'll have your pizza cooked in less time than it takes your full-size oven to preheat. What sets this appliance apart from similar models is that it has dual control settings: one for the top of the unit and one for the bottom. Prefer a crispier crust? Give the bottom a boost. Want the veggie toppings to retain a little crunch? Go easy on the top. It also has a viewing window so you can check on the progress without letting heat escape, as well as suctioned feet to keep it secure on your counter. Wondering how to get your uncooked pizza onto the stone in one piece? The included wooden paddles will take care of that. This kit also comes with a dedicated scraper for cleaning the stone. Now that many of my parents' friends have tried pizzas made with the Piezano, they all want one; some said they look forward to using it when their grandkids come to visit. Something to keep in mind? "I wish the upper heating coils were higher," says my dad. "Sometimes, the coils burn the toppings when the lid closes. Other than that, I really have nothing bad to say about it." My parents are in good company — nearly 1,800 Amazon shoppers have given this pizza oven a perfect plating, er, rating. "The Piezano delivers!" swooned a saucy shopper. "I can't believe how quickly this cooks pizza (either fresh or frozen). Nice crispy crust without having to scrape mozzarella cheese off the bottom of my oven. Heats up quickly and cooks a pizza in less than five minutes. I have used this way more than I ever thought I would. Definitely one of the top five kitchen gadgets I've ever purchased!" "Once I got the temperature settings right, the results were just like professional stone-baked pizza," declared a delighted dough devotee. "Even store-bought frozen came out better than oven baking." "As an Italian living in the U.S., it's not always easy to find great pizza," admitted a picky pie pundit. "But with this oven and my dough recipe, I've finally discovered the perfect combination for making delicious pizza at home." Several amateur pizzaiolos had the same note as my dad: "I made my first pizza pie last night with this, and wow!" exclaimed a newbie. "It cooks quickly, and the crust crunches when you cut into it ... The only thing you have to worry about is if your pizza crust bubbles up, because it can touch the heating element and burn, but they tell you to poke the bubbles so they deflate." "I love that it comes with the paddles and scraper, because they are so necessary," shared a final fan, who added, "One thing I've noticed is that the viewing window is looking cloudy, and I've only used this maybe eight times so far." P.S. A fun little add-on suggestion: These pizza scissors are all the rage these days... If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.) The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
