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China, the Environment, and the return of David Cameron as British Foreign Secretary

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

The issue of environmental sustainability has increasingly taken centre stage in global political discourse. Nations worldwide are navigating the intricate balance between economic growth and environmental preservation. Within this landscape, the United Kingdom has been progressively emphasizing its commitment to sustainability, albeit with fluctuations and nuanced approaches – writes Colin Stevens.The appointment of David Cameron as British Foreign Secretary, a seasoned political figure known for his prior role as British Prime Minister and his inclinations toward fostering economic ties, particularly with China, raises intriguing prospects and concerns regarding British foreign policy and its environmental stance.The UK's Environmental CommitmentOver recent years, the UK has voiced strong commitments to environmental sustainability. Ambitious targets have been set, from carbon neutrality goals to phasing out petrol and diesel vehicles. The government has invested in renewable ener...

'100% chance' of rain in Southern California this week

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

A slow-moving storm system is still on track to drench Southern California this week with significant rain.After relatively mild weather on Monday and Tuesday, "business" begins to pick up on Wednesday across the region, according to the National Weather Service.There will be increasing chances of rain throughout the day, and, by Wednesday evening, most areas can expect to receive around a quarter inch of rain.Satellite-radar composite of the atmospheric river headed toward Southern California. Nov. 13, 2023. Precipitation from the atmospheric river event continues through Thursday, Friday and into Saturday.“It looks like Friday will be the wettest day of the week when we’ll see moderate to heavier rainfall, especially in the foothill and valley communities,” says KTLA’s Kaj Goldberg.The preliminary forecast calls for one to 1.5 inches of rain along the coast and in the Los Angeles basin through Saturday. Valleys and foothills can expect 1.25 to 2 inches, and mountains will receive ...

Arby's releases 'Good Burger' inspired meal

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

Welcome to Good Burger, home of the Good Burger. Can I take your order?Arby’s, in partnership with Paramount+, is bringing the iconic Good Burger meal to life with its latest menu offering. The "Good Burger 2 Meal" consists of Arby’s Deluxe Wagyu Steakhouse Burger, a strawberry shake and fries. The meal costs $12.99.Arby’s, in partnership with Paramount+, is bringing the iconic Good Burger meal to life with its latest menu offering. (Arby's) These California burger spots are among the best in the nation, according to Yelp “Many of our guests have such fond memories of watching GOOD BURGER when they were younger, and in many ways, Arby’s evokes a similar sense of nostalgia as a place they grew up going to with family and friends,” Ellen Rose, Arby’s chief marketing officer, said in a statement.“Partnering with Paramount+ to offer the 'GOOD BURGER 2 Meal' lets us connect with our audience in a relevant yet unexpected way – and also showcase our Deluxe Wagyu Steakhouse Burger, which...

Meet Emwell, The Iconic Underground Tastemaker That You Should Already Be Following

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

Meet Emwell, also known as Emmuel Reyes, an iconic piece of the underground music scene. Hailing from San Diego, he went from being a music-loving kid attending every underground rap show that he could, to a social media influencer talking to some of the biggest artists in the world in the infancy of their careers.Emwell’s story starts in San Diego, where he would go to every rap show, being first in line, starting mosh pits,  where he soaked up the local concert scene. He’d catch shows by artists like playboi carti, ski mask, gunna and many more in small venues, with fewer than 1000 fans, before these artists’ inevitable rise to becoming household names. It was here that he developed his love for music, and xxxtentacion became his musical hero.Emwell’s foray into media started at Palomar College, a local San Diego community college, where he joined their radio program. As required by the program, Emwell became an intern for a local sports radio show called “Scott & ...

Union City police searching for suspect who stabbed someone multiple times

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

UNION CITY — Police here are looking for a suspect who stabbed someone multiple times on Sunday, authorities said Monday.The stabbing happened near the intersection of Pacific Street and Central Avenue, the Union City Police Department said. The victim was listed in critical condition on Monday.No arrests have been announced in the attempted murder case, which remains under investigation. Officers have not released any details about what may have led to the stabbing, nor have they released information about any possible suspects.The victim’s gender, age and city of residence were not released.Anyone with information about the stabbing can call the Union City police detective assigned to the case at 510-458-3310, or by emailing information to [email protected]. Tips also can be left anonymously at 510-675-5207 or [email protected].

Rescuers dig to reach 40 workers trapped in a tunnel in India

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

By Biswajeet Banerjee | Associated PressLUCKNOW, India — Rescuers were digging through dirt and parts of a collapsed road tunnel Monday to reach 40 workers trapped by a landslide at the construction project in northern India.All of the construction workers are safe, police officer Prashant Kumar said, adding that they have been supplied with oxygen and water. He said the rescuers had established contact with the trapped individuals.The collapse occurred Sunday in Uttarakhand, a mountainous state dotted with Hindu temples that attracts many pilgrims and tourists.Massive construction of buildings and roadways have taken place in recent years in Uttarakhand. The trapped workers were building part of the Chardham all-weather road, a flagship federal government project connecting various Hindu pilgrimage sites.The number of workers trapped was confirmed Monday by Rajesh Pawar, the project manager at the Navyug Construction Company, which is overseeing the construction of the tunnel.Relat...

PG&E quietly lobbies regulators as state preps vote to raise bills

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

OAKLAND — During a delay ahead of a state panel’s vote to unleash higher monthly PG&E bills, the utility leviathan quietly lobbied regulators about plans that may enrich shareholders as customers endure higher rates.The state Public Utilities Commission is scheduled to make a final decision on Nov. 16 regarding PG&E’s general rate case by reviewing multiple scenarios for changes in customer monthly bills.The grim reality: The two main alternative proposals that the PUC is considering — as well as potential tweaks to these primary scenarios — all lead to big increases in monthly bills for PG&E customers.One option that the PUC is considering would increase bills for the average residential customer who receives combined electric and gas services from PG&E by $31.13 a month. Electric bills would jump by $22.37 a month while natural gas bills would increase by $8.76 a month.An alternate proposal that is being floated would increase average ...

David DePape's internet searches revealed in federal court Monday

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- David DePape searched terms like "Nancy Pelosi Family," "Pelosi pig blood," and "Nancy Pelosi's home" in the days before he broke into the speaker's home and hit her husband with a hammer, according to court testimony Monday. At a federal court in San Francisco, a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation who searched DePape's home testified.DePape, at the time of the attack, lived in a garage attached to a house on Shasta Street in Richmond. The FBI agent searched the home on Oct. 29, one day after DePape broke into the Pelosi home and attacked then-Speaker Pelosi's husband Paul Pelosi. Video: Three people rappel down Transamerica Pyramid In court Monday, a prosecutor showed photographs of DePape's home where he had several electronics, including a TV and a computer. At the time, he lived in the garage alone.The FBI agent testified that she found a bank receipt inside a trash can, showing that on Oct. 25, 2022, DePape made a "cash dispense" of...

Bandaloop Oakland: Who is the dance troop behind the Transamerica Pyramid stunt?

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

(KRON) – Questions were asked Monday when people in downtown San Francisco saw three people dressed in orange seemingly rappelling the Transamerica Pyramid.Who are these mysterious people rappelling from the Transamerica Pyramid? Were they protesting? Could they legally do this? Were they dancing?The group, known as Bandaloop, is a dance group based out of West Oakland, that specializes in vertical dance. Video: Three people rappel down Transamerica Pyramid According to its website, Bandaloop honors nature, community, and the human spirit through perspective-bending dance. Bandaloop integrates physicality, choreography, and climbing technology for live performances. The Bandaloop group performs in theaters and museums, on skyscrapers, bridges, billboards, and UNESCO Heritage sites, in atriums and convention halls, in nature on cliffs, and on-screen in films and video content. Bandaloop Studios is based in West Oakland. The grand opening was on Nov. 12. According to the B...

Attempted murder in Union City being investigated

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:24:34 GMT

(KRON) -- Police in Union City are investigating a stabbing that occurred on Sunday as an attempted murder, the Union City Police Department announced on Monday. Union City PD officers responded on Sunday to the area of Pacific Street and Central Avenue on a report of a stabbing. Arrest made in fatal shooting outside San Leandro Chili’s Arriving at the scene, officers located a victim with multiple stab wounds. The victim was taken to a hospital and is listed in critical but stable condition, according to police. Police were unable to locate the suspect.Union City PD is not aware of any active threats to the community, it said. An investigation into the incident remains active, police said.