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Opinion: A declaration of non-independence — for women

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

If men could get pregnant, the saying goes, the Declaration of Independence might well have declared that all men are endowed with the right to life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness and a safe abortion. A colleague once suggested to me that such phrasing wouldn’t have been necessary. It would simply have been taken for granted that men had an inalienable right to terminate a pregnancy.The eloquent manifesto lays out in detail how the king of Britain had tyrannized the colonists and why they now had a right to create a new government to “effect their Safety and Happiness.” (Lot of “happiness” in the Declaration of Independence.) Given the declaration’s precision of language, I’d expect abortion would have been singled out in the list of rights — just in case anyone reading it thought “liberty” didn’t cover it.Same with the U.S. Constitution — if men could get pregnant, the white male framers of the Constitution would have written in the right to an abortion. Then we wou...

Can 5G market access between China and the EU ever be fair and equitable?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

The global technology landscape has witnessed numerous controversies and debates, and one of the most contentious issues in recent years revolves around the 5G restrictions and bans on Chinese telecom manufacturers in the European Union (EU).While concerns about national security and data privacy are crucial, it is essential to examine the fairness of this ban when compared to the treatment of foreign companies, such as Nokia and Ericsson, in China. This article aims to shed light on the perceived unfairness of policy restrictions on Chinese telecom manufacturers including Huawei and ZTE in the EU and the contrasting treatment of Nokia and Ericsson in China.The policy restrictions on Chinese telecom manufacturers in the EU:The EU's decision to ban or restrict Huawei and ZTE from participating in the development of 5G networks in member states was based on so-called security concerns. Huawei and ZTE's alleged ties to the Chinese government raised apprehensions about potential backdoo...

A cause whose time has come: Recognition of the 1971 Bangladesh Genocide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

The European Parliament has hosted an event entitled ‘The Forgotten Genocide: Bangladesh 1971’ but the mood of the meeting was that the true nature of the atrocities committed by the Pakistan Army and its local collaborators 52 years ago can no longer be ignored. International recognition is the next step, writes Political Editor Nick Powell.In 1971 the deaths of three million people, the rape of more than 200,000 women, the ten million who fled for their lives and took refuge in India, the thirty million who were internally displaced, shocked many people around the world. The attempt by the Pakistan military to destroy the Bengalis as a people during the Bangladesh War of Independence was recognised, at least by some, for what it was. The headline in the London Sunday Times read simply ‘Genocide’.A Pakistani commander was quoted as making the genocidal intention clear, stating that “we are determined to rid ...

Live-action 'Barney' film in the works, but it won't be for kids

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

Mattel is making efforts to turn another beloved brand into a blockbuster hit. The forthcoming "Barney" film from Mattel Films has been revealed, and it's not going to be for kids. The live-action film will star Oscar winner Daniel Kaluuya. Vietnam bans ‘Barbie’ movie for its map depicting South China Sea An executive from Mattel, which owns Barney, told the New Yorker the "Barney" movie will be surrealistic and adult-focused. It will be an “A24-type” project, executive Kevin McKeon revealed to the outlet.“We’re leaning into the millennial angst of the property rather than fine-tuning this for kids,” he said. “It’s really a play for adults. Not that it’s R-rated, but it’ll focus on some of the trials and tribulations of being thirtysomething, growing up with Barney—just the level of disenchantment within the generation.” Barbie’s Dream House comes to life ahead of Margot Robbie film; how to book your stay Mattel is already working on a Hot Wheels movie with J.J. Abram...

Collision leads to felony hit-and-run arrest in East Bay

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

OAKLEY — Two people were injured Sunday in what authorities are calling a hit-and-run, and a third person was arrested for leaving the scene of the crash, police said.Police arrested the 55-year-old man on suspicion of felony hit-and-run, Oakley Police Chief Paul Beard said in a statement.It all happened Sunday morning about 12:10 a.m., after police received a report of a crash at the intersection of Main Street and Charles Way that left a pickup truck completely rolled over, Beard said. The two people in that car suffered minor injuries, he said.Officers at the scene determined that a black sedan hit that the truck and fled the crash scene. Officers later found the suspected driver walking on Main Street and arrested him there, Beard said.Officers found the black sedan on Babbe Street at the intersection of Martin Street, and the driver was gone. Beard said three other men who were intoxicated and refused to cooperate with officers were arrested on suspicion of public intoxic...

Review: Beach Boys deliver Fourth of July ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ at Hollywood Bowl

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

Is there anything more quintessential SoCal than the Beach Boys at the Hollywood Bowl?It’s indeed the perfect pairing of two of Los Angeles’ most notable music icons — which is why fans were so excited when it was announced that the heroes from Hawthorne would be playing three nights, July 2-4, at the 101-year-old venue.The run adds to the lengthy history between the two entities, dating back to the first time the group played the Bowl, in 1963. Head Beach Boy Mike Love dubbed the 60-year stretch nothing short of a “miracle” during the band’s highly enjoyable concert on Monday night (July 3).Following the Bowl run, the group heads north to perform at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga on July 6, mountainwinery.com. It also performs July 5 at Vina Robles in Paso Robles and July 7 at the Graton Resort & Casino in Rohnert Park, ticketmaster.com.The band was at the Bowl as part of this year’s July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular — one of Los...

Two females shot in East Oakland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

OAKLAND — Two females were shot Monday night in East Oakland, authorities said.One victim was a 24-year-old woman; authorities were trying to confirm the others person’s age, but initial reports said she was a teen.Both were shot in the upper torso and were in stable condition Tuesday, authorities said. Police did not immediately say if the victims knew each other.The shooting happened about 8:50 p.m. Monday near the intersection of High and Suter streets, south of Interstate 580. It activated a gunshot detection system.The victims got their own transportation to a hospital. Police recovered numerous shell casings at the scene.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Alameda County: Man shot dead by law enforcement following a pursuit Crime and Public Safety | Alameda County, foster care provider to pay $3.5 million for toddler’s fatal methamphetamine overdose Crime and Public Safety | Man in critical condition after bein...

Sinkhole repaired on Highway 1 near Limekiln State Park in Monterey County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

(BCN) -- While State Highway 1 remains closed after rock slides caused by this winter's heavy rains, crews have repaired a sinkhole on the highway several miles south of the ongoing closure.Caltrans officials said the sinkhole appeared Sunday one mile south of Nacimiento-Fergusson Road. In response, Caltrans moved the southern end of the closure five miles south to Pacific Valley.(Map courtesy of CalTrans)This stretch of the highway closed by repairs on the sinkhole will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, when the closure will return to the stretch from two miles north of Plaskett about miles to the north to Lucia.Caltrans did not provide an estimate on its website when the highway will fully reopen.Copyright © 2023 Bay City News, Inc.

Estas son las actividades del Día de la Independencia en el National Mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

¿Te diriges al National Mall el Día de la Independencia? Si planeas disfrutar de los fuegos artificiales, los conciertos y eventos, aquí tienes una guía con todo lo que necesitas saber para pasar un gran 4 de Julio.Cada año, miles de personas se dirigen al centro de DC para disfrutar no solo de los fuegos artificiales, sino también del Smithsonian Folklife Festival, el National Independence Parade, el Capitol Fourth Concert y numerosas fiestas en azoteas por toda la ciudad.Los asistentes deben estar preparados para temperaturas cálidas y posiblemente tormentoso. La Autoridad en el Tiempo pronostica máximas en los 90 y un par de tormentas eléctricas emergentes. Aquí está el pronóstico completo.Asegúrese de hidratarse y descansar a la sombra. El Servicio de Parques Nacionales (NPS, en inglés) sugiere llevar agua y bocadillos, además de pasar tiempo en espacios con aire acondicionado (muchos de los museos Smithsonian están abiertos el 4 de julio). Eventos del 4 de julio en el National ...

CNBC: el 68% de estadounidenses trabajan en vacaciones; 3 consejos para que este sea relajante y no estresante

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:51:02 GMT

Este verano, es posible que los trabajadores sientan más calor por el exceso de uso de sus portátiles que por el sol de la playa. El invierno trajo ráfagas de despidos que dejaron a las empresas de todas las industrias con menos mano de obra. Mientras tanto, la inflación récord ha pesado sobre las billeteras de los consumidores. Con personal de empresa más pequeño, los empleados se han encontrado con cargas de trabajo más pesadas. El resultado: el 68% de los estadounidenses informan que trabajan en vacaciones, según una encuesta de mayo de la plataforma de aprendizaje en línea Elvtr. El estudio encuestó a 1,800 trabajadores estadounidenses y 500 de Canadá. CNBC: hacerse rico ya no es el “sueño americano”. Así es cómo la gente define el éxito, según encuesta Pasajeros de montaña rusa quedan atrapados boca abajo durante horas en festival Y eso es si se toman unas vacaciones. Con un poder adquisitivo más reducido, los consumidores h...