Brexistential Union Blues: England May Find Itself Neither United Nor Great
By Jim Kempton The United Kingdom’s dramatic departure from the European Union was unexpected, but certainly the fears and resentments that fueled it were not. Anti-immigration alarm, xenophobia and distrust in elected government are on the rise everywhere; and much of the trepidation is understandable. The interesting question about Britain’s exit from the EU is … //read the full article
View from the Pier: Williams Sisters’ Achievements go Beyond the Baseline
By Herman Sillas Growing up in Southeast Los Angeles, I played basketball in high school. Our basketball coach was also the school’s tennis team coach. He suggested I try out for the tennis team. For one whole year, I did nothing but bang a tennis ball at a handball backboard. Although I was a member … //read the full article
SCE Claims Customers Won’t Pay for Failed Equipment in Decommissioning Process
San Clemente Times Southern California Edison said its customers will not pay for the equipment of the nuclear power plant that failed in 2012, eventually leading to the closure of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, according to a filing with the California Public Utilities Commission on July 7. “The settlement of the San Onofre nuclear … //read the full article
At the Movies: ‘Mike and Dave’ Need Better Jokes
By Megan Bianco There are comedies that feel confident enough to be raunchy and graphic, and still have a lot of heart and a good sense of humor, such as Sixteen Candles (1984) and Superbad (2007). And then there are comedies that aren’t naturally funny and attempt to make it up by being as crude … //read the full article
SC Sheriff’s Blotter: Man With Hammer asks for Help
All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of … //read the full article
