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What to stream this week: ‘Extraction 2,’ Stan Lee doc, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘The Wonder Years’

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

By The Associated PressAlbums from John Mellencamp and Killer Mike, as well as the return of Chris Hemsworth’s gun-for-hire anti-hero in Netflix’s “Extraction 2” are among the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you.Among the offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists are season two of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,” and new “The Wonder Years,” about a middle-class Black family in Montgomery, Alabama, in the 1960s, returns for its second season. NEW MOVIES TO STREAM— Clinical death is just a minor obstacle for Chris Hemsworth’s action hero Tyler Rake, who audiences can see again in “Extraction 2,” debuting on Netflix on Friday. In this outing, he’s assigned the dangerous task of rescuing a Georgian gangster’s family from a prison. Director Sam Hargrave promised twice as much action and more emotion in this outing, produc...

Shots fired at moving car in Aurora leaves two men hospitalized with serious wounds

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

Two men were shot inside a car traveling along Hampden Avenue near Parker Road Sunday night, according to Aurora police.The men were hospitalized with serious injuries, and a third man in the car suffered minor injuries, the police said in a posting on Twitter.The shooting happened as the vehicle was moving, police said. They closed off access to Hampden near the intersection with Parker Road late Sunday. Police appealed for public help as they investigate the circumstances leading to the shooting, asking that witnesses or anybody with information contact the police department.#APDAlert: Two males were shot while inside of a vehicle and transported to the hospital with serious injuries. A third male inside of the car was also transported with minor injuries but was not shot. Evidence suggests that this happened while they were traveling on Hampden near… pic.twitter.com/CQSBDXgEPO— Aurora Police Dept (@AuroraPD) June 12, 2023 

Denver weather: Flood watch effective through midnight as heavy rain rolls over cities

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

Ample rain falling as afternoon thunderstorms roll over metro Denver and Colorado’s Front Range urban corridor Monday may lead to flooding, according to the National Weather Service.Weather service officials have issued a flood watch, effective through midnight, warning storms could cause flooding across eastern Colorado, including Denver, the mountain foothills, high plains, and Colorado Springs. Recent rain has saturated much of the state to the point soils cannot retain water. Flooding risks were highest on the plains east of Interstate 25 encompassing the Palmer Divide between Denver and Colorado Springs along with Elbert, Lincoln, Weld, and El Paso counties. Meteorologists estimated the likelihood of rain at 80%.The high temperature in Denver will be 69 degrees, decreasing to 50 degrees Monday night, forecasters said.Additional rounds of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon through the overnight hours will continue the threat of localized flooding. With ample amounts ...

De-risking : alternative stratégique ou multiplication de risques ?

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

En moins de deux mois, le mot « de-risking » est devenu viral dans la sphère géopolitique. Passé de l’anonymat à l’omniprésence, et approuvé lors d’un sommet du G7, il est considéré comme une inflexion majeure dans la manière dont l’Europe définit les défis posés par la Chine. Un débat qui est pourtant loin de faire consensus - écrit Yi Da (Observateur des relations internationales et sino-européennes)Pour y voir clair, il est essentiel de comprendre l’enjeu qui sous-tend ce nouveau terme et d’en avoir une vision juste.Le spectre de la méfiance derrière le « de-risking »Quand on parle de « de-risking », on fait a priori allusion à la dépendance économique de l’Europe par rapport à la Chine, une situation préoccupante aux yeux des Européens, qui s’engagent désormais à rendre leurs chaînes d’approvisionnement plus résilientes. Un choix bien compréhensible, mais à relativiser tout de même.En effet, un rapport européen montre que moins de 1% des importations européen...

Driver survives fiery crash on 57 Freeway

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

A fiery crash on the 57 Freeway in San Dimas damaged two vehicle Monday morning but resulted in no serious injuries.The crash was reported around 1 a.m. on the southbound side of the freeway just before the 10 Freeway. Video from the scene showed a Mercedes had crashed into the center divider before catching fire. Two vehicles were left damaged on the 57 Freeway in San Dimas on Monday June 12, 2023. (KeyNews.TV)Firefighters were seen attacking the blaze.A second vehicle, a Toyota, crashed into a light pole on the side of the freeway while swerving to avoid the Mercedes.Rescue crews had to free the trapped driver in the Toyota. No major injuries were reported as a result of the crash. An investigation is underway into the cause of the initial crash.

Crew member hurt when emergency slide deploys inside Delta flight

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

A Delta Air Lines crew member was taken to the hospital after an emergency slide deployed inside the aircraft on Saturday.  The Los Angeles-bound flight, which originated in New York, initially had to divert to Salt Lake City due to a mechanical issue. While the maintenance issue was quickly resolved and the plane was still on the ground, passengers were brought back aboard. That’s when the slide was accidentally deployed, according to a Delta spokesperson.  A Delta crew member was taken to the hospital after a plane's emergency slide was accidentally deployed inside the aircraft while the plane was on the ground on June 10, 2023. The crew member was taken to the hospital out of an abundance of caution and has since been released. "In an effort to get our customers to their final destination as quickly and safely as possible, they were re-accommodated on a new aircraft. We apologize for the delay to their travel plans. Nothing is more important than the safety of our ...

Johanna Samuels Digs Elliott Smith

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

Elliott SmithFigure 8 (DreamWorks)Johanna Samuels Digs Elliott Smith: L.A.’s Johanna Samuels told us about her love for an Elliott Smith gem.(DreamWorks)Johanna Samuels: The task of picking only one album felt impossible. I refrained from choosing any Beatles records as they should go without saying. I have probably 15 ever-changing favorite records. Joni Mitchell’s Ladies of the Canyon and Blue, Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On, The Beach Boys’ Surf’s Up and Bob Dylan’s Blood on the Tracks are big ones for me. I chose to write about Figure 8 by Elliott Smith. While it’s very much an artifact of the 2000’s, I find it stands the test of time. It changed my life upon first listening to it in its entirety at the age of 14 (at a headphone listening station in Blockbuster Music). This was my introduction to Elliott’s music. The record has continued to see me through life’s expansions and contractions, shedding light, levity and musical inspiration for me in every chapter. ...

THC vs HHC: Understanding the Key Differences and Potential Benefits of These Cannabinoids

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

In the ever-evolving world of cannabinoids, two particular compounds that continue to gain more and more interest are delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and hexahydrocannabinol (HHC). These cannabinoids share some similarities, but they also have very unique features that distinctly influence their effects and potential benefits.Let’s take a closer look at the differences between THC and HHC, from where they come from to how they could make you feel.Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)Long recognized as the primary psychoactive component of the cannabis plant and closely associated with marijuana, delta-9-THC is no stranger to the cannabinoid family. THC interacts directly with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), primarily binding with the CB1 receptors in the brain. This interaction can result in the classic ‘high’ associated with cannabis consumption, usually characterized by feelings of euphoria and sometimes sensory amplification.The effects of THC aren’t so...

Inn-Escapable: La Pensione in San Diego’s Little Italy

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

Little Italy may be 6,000 miles from Rome, but when you’re staying in San Diego’s Italian quarter, it only seems fitting to stay in a hotel with a European name — like La Pensione.Related ArticlesTravel | San Jose hotel development site stumbles into loan default Travel | Room rate was $249, but didn’t mention $90 in fees. California bill aims to stop that Travel | Corononavirus hangover lingers over downtown San Jose hotel market Travel | Bay Area powers to big April job gains — but tech chops jobs Travel | Claremont Hotel in East Bay is bought for $160 million-plus Built in the early 1990s, this hotel boasts 68 affordable, compact guest rooms in a throwback palette of silvers, grays and white faux leather. But the location is so marvelous, you’ll be spending next to no time in your room.San Diego’s La Pensione Hotel sits in the heart of Little Italy. (Jackie Bu...

Can raccoons be stopped from befouling Livermore yard with stinky poo?

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:59:15 GMT

DEAR JOAN: How do I get the raccoons to stop using my yard as their latrine?— Annie, LivermoreDEAR ANNIE: Have you tried asking nicely and posting “do not poo here” signs? Just kidding. Raccoons have no manners and can’t read, so we have to be much more blunt.Raccoons are fond of using the same spot for their daily toilet rituals. The latrines not only keep their foul deposits in a central location, they also can warn other animals that this here is raccoon country.Various products on the market can make raccoons reconsider where they build their latrines, but you’ll need to combine them with other efforts, including making your yard less attractive to the animals. Removing thick undergrowth and sealing off access to the area under your deck, outdoor sheds and the attic means fewer raccoon hangouts.For the actual latrine, gear up in a long-sleeve shirt, long pants, gloves and face mask, then clean any poo deposits, which can be fairly toxic. Sprinkle the commercial produ...