When the Big One hits, emotional scars will last for years. Just ask New Zealand quake survivors
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — When a big earthquake strikes, the public’s attention immediately goes to the physically injured, the dead, or to collapsed buildings. But something else also starts: the toll on mental health. Traumatic stress rises in the aftermath of a disaster, researchers say. One study examining survivors of 10 disasters found that one-third of…
Commentary: Oliver Knussen, the greatest British musician of his time? The L.A. Phil pays tribute
When the composer and conductor Oliver Knussen, a gentle and towering giant of British music, suddenly died of a massive heart attack at 66 last year, he was beloved. A year and a half later, he is already taking on the stature of a legend. The takeaway from the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s tribute to Knussen…
Review: The Soska sisters are back on their bloody game with ‘Rabid’
The filmmaking twins Jen and Sylvia Soska made one of the most vibrant and ferocious horror movies of recent years with 2012’s “American Mary,” a gory exploration into extreme body-modification. The Soskas’ projects since have been more generic; but they’re back on their game with “Rabid,” an uneven but often energizing remake of David Cronenberg’s…
Review: Despite Kristen Stewart's allure, ‘Seberg’ barely skims the surface
If “Breathless” star Jean Seberg hadn’t existed, a hard-boiled novelist would have had to invent her — a glittering Hollywood/New Wave icon of modern style and civil rights outspokenness who survived a gantlet of male impresarios only to be laid low by FBI smear tactics harsher than any showbiz gossip monger’s. And in Benedict Andrews’…
What's on TV Thursday: 'Perfect Harmony' on NBC
SERIES Young Sheldon Sheldon (Iain Armitage) fakes being sick to avoid a swim test at school. Also, Dr. Sturgis (Wallace Shawn) spies on Meemaw’s (Annie Potts) new boyfriend (guest star Craig T. Nelson) in this new episode of the comedy spinoff. Zoe Perry and Lance Barber also star. 8 p.m. CBS Ellen’s Greatest Night of…
Planning an Alaska cruise? Now's the best time to book, especially to find deals
In Juneau, Alaska, on Sunday, the sun will dip below the horizon at 3:06 p.m. And because the sun rose about 9 a.m., that means a little more than six hours of daylight. This also is one of the stormiest times of the year in Southeast Alaska. Probably not a great time to go touring.…
Dwyane Wade drops price of Miami Beach mansion to $29 million
As Dwyane Wade enjoys his first year of retirement in L.A., the retired basketball star is still looking to wrap up some real estate business across the country. The three-time NBA champion floated his Miami Beach mansion for sale in September at $32.5 million, but with no takers, he just lowered the price to $29…
Saudi Aramco reaches $2-trillion value in second day of trading
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Shares in Saudi Aramco gained on the second day of trading Thursday, propelling the oil and gas company to a more than $2-trillion valuation, where it holds the title of the world’s most valuable listed company. Shares jumped in trading to reach up to 38.60 Saudi riyals, or $10.29, before noon, three…
What $400,000 buys right now in three Riverside County communities
Here’s a look at what roughly $400,000 buys right now in Beaumont, Menifee and Mountain Center in Riverside County. BEAUMONT: For those looking to run their business from home, this striking green single-story house is commercially zoned. Address: 651 Elm Ave., Beaumont, 92223 Listed for: $389,950 for four bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,471 square feet…
Gender-neutral clothing strides into retail prominence
Although gender-free clothing has appeared on runways and in fashion magazines for years, building a retail space around the concept was until recently seen as financially risky. Now, some companies are out to prove that the cultural fulcrum has shifted enough to give it a try. According to Pew research, 35% of Generation Z knows…