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Letters: Denver’s archbishop is right. Marijuana is bad for Colorado.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

Archbishop did his homeworkRe: “Denver Archdiocese issues a deeply flawed pastoral letter on cannabis,” Dec. 3 commentaryMost Reverend Samuel J. Aquila, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Denver, wrote a deeply researched, impeccably sourced pastoral letter expressing concerns about the well-documented risks and harms of marijuana commercialization.Although the Archdiocese of Denver includes about 600,000 Catholics, The Denver Post did not cover this thoughtful letter in its news pages. The Post decided instead to publish a one-sided rebuttal from Ricardo Baca, who runs a company that promotes the marijuana industry. Unsurprisingly, Baca downplays the risks of marijuana and side-steps well-documented harms that the archbishop notes.The archbishop’s letter accurately notes today’s marijuana products have become highly potent, with unprecedented levels of THC, the mind-alternating chemical. This, in turn, has led to well-documented increases in addiction and marijuana-induce...

Uzbekistan is fortifying the foundations of political stability by strengthening interethnic harmony and friendship in Central Asia

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

Rich in cultural and historical heritage, Uzbekistan, located on the crossroads of the Great Silk Road, for centuries served as a bridge between Europe, Middle East, South and East Asia. Eminent men of science, who laid the foundations of various disciplines were born and found their fame on this land, writes Victor Mikhailov, head of the Center for the Study of Regional Threats.The international law has a concept of national minority. But there is no such thing in Uzbekistan. Representatives of different nations and nationalities till this day live in harmony and friendship. In our country the state guarantees equal rights for all people. The concept “the one nation of Uzbekistan,” enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan, serves as a legal and spiritual foundation for strengthening the feelings of mutual respect, friendship, and harmony among people of different nationalities and nations, living in the same country in the name of common goals. Besides, article f...

Iranian exiles file legal complaint in Switzerland against Iranian president, urging his prosecution on the verge of his Geneva trip

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

A group of former political prisoners in Iran, survivors of the 1988 massacre now residing in Switzerland, have filed a legal complaint against Ebrahim Raisi, the president of Iran (pictured). They seek his prosecution for Genocide and crimes against humanity. Raisi is accused of being a key figure in the 'death commission' in Tehran during the 1988 massacre. This massacre, following a decree by Ruhollah Khomeini, the regime's founder, led to the execution of 30,000 political prisoners over several months, writes Shahin Gobadi.The complaint was filed as the coordinator of the United Nations Global Refugee Forum announced that Raisi is expected to attend the forum in Geneva on Wednesday, December 13.The plaintiffs, associated with the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (MEK), a primary Iranian resistance movement, allege that Raisi, then a Deputy Prosecutor in Tehran, was directly involved in the execution of thousands of political prisoners. They also highlight Raisi's involvem...

Wild encounter captured on video at Lake Tahoe ski resort

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

A handful of skiers and snowboarders had a close call with nature when a black bear darted across a ski run at Heavenly Mountain Resort on Sunday.Tao Feng, who nearly collided with the bear, captured the moment on video and posted it on TikTok.He was skiing down the Ridge Run trail around 11 a.m. Sunday when the bear came charging out of the woods and across the slope in between skiers and snowboards."Didn't realize it was a bear until it was too close," Feng said.Video captured by Tao Feng shows the bear darting across the ski slope at Heavenly on Dec. 10, 2023. (TikTok: @tao7570)Video captured by Tao Feng shows the bear darting across the ski slope at Heavenly on Dec. 10, 2023. (TikTok: @tao7570)Video captured by Tao Feng shows the bear darting across the ski slope at Heavenly on Dec. 10, 2023. (TikTok: @tao7570)Thankfully, no one collided with the bear.Feng says he felt better about the situation when he saw the bear reunite with its mother on the other side of the trail. Califor...

Significant deadline looms in California's U.S. Senate race

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

California's official deadline to file to run for office has come and gone giving voters an even clearer picture of candidates they'll choose from heading into the March 2024 primary. But in the race to fill the late Dianne Feinstein's seat for a six-year term in the U.S. Senate, the deadline is extended for several days.The deadline to file Declaration of Candidacy papers for elected office passed on Friday at 5 p.m. Still, this time, because the incumbent has decided not to run for the seat, the deadline has been extended by five days to Dec. 13. New poll shows widening gap in California’s U.S. Senate race An official list of certified candidates from the Secretary of State's Office will be available by Dec. 28.Some candidates, while unofficial, have been on the campaign trail for months, announcing their intention to run for the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat. Rep. Katie Porter (D-Orange), one of the leading contenders, announced her candidacy in January. Rep. Adam Schiff (D...

Robert Green Airlifted after Pedestrian Collision on West Frank Avenue [Lufkin, TX]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

64-Year-Old Man Hospitalized after Pedestrian Accident near North Raguet StreetLUFKIN, TX (December 11, 2023) – Medics airlifted Robert Green to a hospital after a pedestrian crash on West Frank Avenue, Tuesday night.On December 5th, at approximately 9:00 p.m., authorities were called to the 600 block of West Frank Avenue near North Raguet Street. According to reports, 36-year-old Jesus Perez, driving an eastbound Nissan Altima, and collided with 64-year-old Green as he was walking in the vicinity.Upon the arrival of paramedics, Green was airlifted to a nearby hospital where he is expected to recover. Perez, on the other hand, did not sustain any injuries and remained at the scene.Emergency personnel temporarily closed off the surrounding area for cleanup and preliminary duties. An active investigation is ongoing to gather additional information.A reminder for all drivers to remain vigilant for pedestrians and other vehicles while on the road, especially in residential areas, ...

Martin Revs Up at Zebulon

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

Martin Revs Up at Zebulon: When the world lost innovative noise-punk Alan Vega in 2016, not only did that naturally spell the end for the band Suicide, but we were also deprived of the talents of a bonafide artist. Thankfully, his partner in Suicide Martin Rev is still with us, and he’s performing at Zebulon on Tuesday. Demolition 9, in 2017, is Rev’s most recent solo album so it’ll be interesting to see what he get in L.A.But the legacy of Rev and Suicide should never be forgotten, or understated. Their synth punk approach broke boundaries (along with L.A.’s own Screamers) that have remained blissfully broken. Nowadays, punks can play any instrument that they want to. Back then. Rev hammering on his keys was shocking and they’d often clear CBGBs.DPSD and Taylor E. Burch also perform.Martin Revs Up at Zebulon: The event takes place at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 12 at Zebulon.                ...

Monday Morning Lights: Time to fix broken CIF Open Division state championship game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

CIF: SAD STATE OF OPEN DIVISIONThere is a lot of good about high school football in California and plenty that is not so good. Nothing we write here is going to magically solve the issues.But there is one matter that California Interscholastic Federation officials should start addressing now. It’s the same one that should have been dealt with after last season.The Open Division state championship game is broken.Can someone fix it?This is a game that should be a celebration for CIF, the Super Bowl of California high school football, the biggest game between the two best teams.Instead, it has become a sad letdown with no sign of letting up.Private schools have advantages, yes. They do across the state. But Mater Dei and St. John Bosco are not normal private school powers in football. Haven’t been for approaching a decade.They are closer to Florida’s IMG Academy than traditional private-school powers. CIF schools are not allowed to play IMG because it doesn’t play by the same rul...

San Jose is California’s mobile home capital. See where those residents live.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

San Jose is home to the most mobile home communities in California, with about 35,000 residents living in such homes. The map above gives the location and details of the communities.On Dec. 12, the San Jose City Council is set to add a layer of protection to 13 of these mobile home communities, with the goal of eventually preserving nearly 60 of them — the last strongholds of affordable housing in the entire region. | Read the full article

San Francisco fire leaves seven people displaced, two injured

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:11:54 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — Officials said two people were injured early Monday morning in a residential fire between Golden Gate Park and Alamo Square in San Francisco.The fire was reported around 3:20 a.m. at a home in the 700 block of Masonic Avenue, according to the city’s fire department.3rd Alarm Fire on 700 block of Masonic. Multiple buildings evacuated with a partial floor collapse. 1 person rescued and transported to local area hospital. Masonic between Hayes and Fulton is closed to traffic. Please avoid the area and find alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/atvTExY9Rt— SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDIA (@SFFDPIO) December 11, 2023Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | Editorial: After Interstate 10 inferno, California should stop leasing freeway land Crashes and Disasters | Here’s where Caltrans is concerned about Bay Area under-freeway storage after L.A.’s I-10 fire Crashes and Disasters | Caltrans identifies 15 pote...