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'Disaster of the century': Images from the fault line

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

A newly-opened exhibition in Brussels shows the ravaged aftermath of the recent earthquakes in Türkiye-Syria.The two devastating earthquakes hit the Türkiye-Syrian border last month.The first one, with a magnitude of 7.7, had its centre about 34 kilometres west of the city of Gaziantep. Nine hours later, a second, 7.6 magnitude earthquake, occurred 95 kilometres north-northwest from the first, in the Kahramanmaraş Province.Followed by over 15,000 aftershocks, the earthquakes were catastrophic, causing widespread damage in southern and central Türkiye and northern and western Syria. An area of 110,000 square kilometres was affected, roughly the size of Bulgaria. 12,000 buildings collapsed, 49,000 people have died and millions more were left homeless.To honour the victims, survivors, as well as the over 10,000 first responders, a carefully curated photographic exhibition has opened at the Press Club in Brussels.It runs for a week from 20 March.Over 100 diplomats, journalists, EU civil...

LAUSD strike begins, closing schools for half a million students

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

Tens of thousands of union workers in the Los Angeles Unified School District walked off the job Tuesday over failed contract negotiations, starting a three-day strike that shut down the nation’s second-largest school system.Demonstrators were picketing in the rain as early as 5:30 a.m. at LAUSD's Van Nuys bus yard. Lynneier Boyd-Peterson, a striking bus driver who braved the rain to picket, said she and fellow workers are tired of being understaffed and underpaid. “Some of our bus drivers are actually homeless, some of them can’t pay their bills, they can’t even pay their mortgage,” she said. “It’s impossible.”Union workers walk the picket line at the LAUSD bus yard in Van Nuys on March 21, 2023. (KTLA)Boyd-Peterson added that she is saddened by how the school closures will affect students and parents. “We love our students and we’re here for the students. But if we can’t properly take care of our kids, how can we properly come here and work as well?” Boyd-Peterson said. ...

Spring storm brings more snow to Southern California mountain communities

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

An early spring storm is bringing more snow to mountain communities still reeling from recent powerful weather patterns.The storm, which is hitting on the first full day of spring, is expected to bring 2 to 5 feet of snow above 6,000 feet, 10 to 20 inches of snow to areas 5,000 to 6,000 feet in elevation and 2 to 10 inches between 3,500 and 5,000 feet, according to the National Weather Service.The agency asks motorists to allow extra time for driving.For those in higher elevation communities, prepare for winter driving in the mountains.Caltrans officials also warn of low visibility while driving in snowy conditions."Visibility is at a big 'nope,' today. Please consider travel when conditions are more favorable. If you must travel, be prepared and stay safe. If you are traveling to the mountains, please bring your chains and put them on off the roadway. We can’t plow when blocked,” Caltrans District 8 officials tweeted, along with a video of low visibility along the 2 Freeway near Bi...

Photos: LAUSD strike closes schools

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

Tens of thousands of workers in the Los Angeles Unified School District have walked off the job over stalled contract talks, closing schools and impacting more than 500,000 students and their families. Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD teachers and Service Employees International Union 99 (SEIU) members strike during heavy rain outside the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center in Los Angeles Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Tens of thousands of workers in the Los Angeles Unified School District walked off the job Tuesday over stalled contract talks, and they were joined by teachers in a three-day strike that shut down the nation’s second-largest school system. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD teachers and Service Employees International Union 99 (SEIU) members strike during heavy rain outside the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center in Los Angeles Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Tens of thousands of workers in the Los Angeles Unified School District walked o...

Rancho Cucamonga teens accused of attempted murder after shooting

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

Two teenagers have been arrested for allegedly shooting a person in Rancho Cucamonga last month.The Feb. 16 shooting left the victim, only identified as being male, hospitalized with three gunshot wounds, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said in a news release. The victim was visiting a friend near the scene of the shooting in the 10900 block of Church Street, and after the attack, the shooters, both described at 17-year-old boys from Rancho Cucamonga, disposed of the gun at a nearby park, officials said. A "concerned citizen" found the gun on Feb. 17, and deputies said they found video footage to tie the teens to the shooting.One teen was arrested in Ontario on Wednesday, while the other was arrested Friday in San Bernardino.In the Friday arrest, deputies also arrested the San Bernardino homeowner on a charge of accessory to attempted murder, deputies said. The identities of the teens has not been released. Anyone with information is asked to call 909-477-2800. To rem...

Lion’s Mane vs Cordyceps vs CBD How Do They Compare?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

The world of supplements and health boosters can be a confusing place. If you want to increase your energy, reduce inflammation and boost your immune system, then knowing which supplement to choose can be hard.Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and CBD are three top contenders in the health supplement market, each promising different benefits. Numerous studies have been conducted to examine their individual effects on the body, but there’s far less information comparing all three.So, how do you decide which one is best for you? How do they compare?In this article, our experts examine the research to help you decide which supplement is right for your needs. We’ll explore the possible benefits of each, as well as any potential negative side effects. By the end, you’ll have an in-depth understanding of these three supplements and how they differ.Read on to find out what research, science, and anecdotal evidence say about Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and CBD.What Is Lion’s Mane?Lion’s Mane ...

CBD With Lion Mane’s Spiritual Benefits You Should Know

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

It’s no secret that CBD and Lion’s Mane have both become increasingly popular in recent years. But did you know these two natural products can provide even more potent health benefits when combined?Yes, CBD with Lion’s Mane is the latest craze in holistic health, offering an impressive variety of physical and spiritual benefits. Traditional Eastern medicine and spiritualism practitioners have revered Lion’s Mane and CBD for their powerful healing properties for centuries.Now, modern science is beginning to explore their potential – and the results are nothing short of remarkable. This article will explore the health and spiritual benefits of combining CBD with Lion’s Mane and how this powerful combination can improve your overall well-being.Before diving into the specifics, let’s explore these natural substances and how they work.What Is Lion’s Mane?Lion’s Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) is an edible mushroom native to Asia, Europe, and North America. It is also...

John Cougar Prowls Through LA

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

John Cougar Prowls Through LA: Classic rocker John Mellencamp makes a stop at the Dolby Theatre on his Live and In Person 2023 tour, after putting out the Strictly a One-Eyed Jack album last year. That was his 24th, having put out his debut in 1976. Most would say that the early to mid ‘80s was his brightest spell (American Fool, Uh-Huh, Scarecrow), but he’s never let the quality drop.According to a press release, “Presented by longtime promoter AEG Presents and sponsored by Turner Classic Movies, the tour will see 76 shows beginning with two nights in Bloomington, Indiana on February 5 and 6 and concluding with two nights in South Bend, Indianaon June 23 and 24. The tour includes multiple nights in New York City, Chicago, Vancouver, Nashville, Clearwater, Minneapolis and more, as well as stops in TCM’s home of Atlanta, Los Angeles and other major cities across North America. Complete list of dates below.”“The partnership with TCM is a landmark collaboration and a ...

Amanda Bynes’ fans take heart that she asked for help

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

People on social media are taking issue with the “disrespectful” reporting on Amanda Bynes’ latest mental health crisis, noting that she was “self-aware” enough to flag down a passing car in downtown Los Angeles, tell the motorist she was having a psychotic episode and call 911 herself.What fans see as an objectionable spin on Bynes’ crisis apparently began with TMZ, which reported that the former Nickelodeon star — who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder — “was placed” on a psychiatric hold after she was found early Sunday morning roaming near downtown Los Angeles “naked and alone.”Musician and actor Erika Heidewald objected to the wording — “found naked and alone” and “placed” on psychiatric hold — saying such language “removed her agency.”“She was able to recognize that she was in psychosis, ask someone for help, and call 911 herself,” Heidewald...

Pac-12 WBB recap: Stanford falters in NCAAs while UCLA, Utah and Colorado advance to Sweet 16

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:48:40 GMT

Can the Pac-12 season be fully deemed a success when Stanford …— Did not win the regular season outright.— Did not win the Pac-12 Tournament.— Did not reach the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 for the first time since 2007.The honest answer? No.Not given Stanford’s pedigree, its recent success (the 2021 national title and consecutive Final Four appearances) and its expectations with returning All-Americas Haley Jones and Cameron Brink.But expecting Stanford to always carry the bulk of the Pac-12 weight nationally isn’t fair. Nor is it what the conference expects given that it has produced nine Final Four appearances by six different schools since 2013.So Stanford becoming the first school to lose twice as a No. 1 seed in the first and second rounds – it also happened to the Cardinal in 1998 – can’t be the sole definer of a conference that claimed all season to be the best in the country.What Stanford’s 54-49 home loss to No. 8 seed Mississippi on Sunday did, though, was h...