COVID-19 Latest: FDA Study Looks Into Risk Of Stroke For Those Pairing COVID & Flu Vaccinations
A new study, funded by the FDA, looked into the risk of stroke for older populations and found that there was some miniscule increase in complications. For those between the ages 65-74, there wasn’t a significant enough increase for those taking the shot, with there being roughly a 1-in-50,000 chance for those receiving adjuvanted, high-dose vaccines. The most risk belongs to those 85 and older, with there being a roughly 3-in-100,000 chance of complications.
Joining us to discuss the recent study, as well as other COVID-19 news, is Dr. Kimberly Shriner, M.D., director of Infectious Disease and Prevention at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena.
Civilian Costs Of War: International Legal And Moral Considerations
The rising death toll in Gaza is unprecedented in the decades-long Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The Health Ministry in Hamas-ruled Gaza said Thursday more than 7,000 Palestinians have died in the fighting, a figure that could not be independently verified. Even greater loss of life could come if Israel launches a ground offensive aimed at crushing Hamas, which has ruled Gaza since 2007 and survived four previous wars with Israel. More than 1,400 people in Israel, mostly civilians, were slain during the initial Hamas attack, according to the Israeli government. Nine Arab countries — including key U.S. allies and nations that have signed peace or normalization deals with Israel — issued a joint statement Thursday calling for an immediate cease-fire and an end to the targeting and death of civilians. Today on the show, we discuss the international moral and legal implications of civilian casualties during wartime, both historically and within the present conflict. Joining us is Alexander B. Downes, professor of political science and international affairs at The George Washington University and co-director for the Institute of Security and Conflict Studies, and Janina Dill, associate professor of U.S. Foreign Policy at the University of Oxford and co-director of the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law, and Armed Conflict.
With files from the Associated Press
A Feast Fit For The Dead: The Pan De Muerto And Other Treats For Día De Los Muertos
November is just around the corner and with it a major holiday for many in the Latin American community. It’s Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead), and here in Los Angeles that means days of festivals and celebration for life and the lives of those we have lost. It also means bakeries full of specialty treats for families’ ofrendas. One of the most common offerings put out for the holiday is the Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), a sweet bread made with orange blossom water and dusted with sugar. Its distinct shape resembles a skull and crossbones and is put out to honor the souls of loved ones who have since passed. Today on AirTalk for Food Friday, we delve into the history of the Pan de Muerto and its connection to the Day of the Dead with Heber Lopez Renteria, store team leader for La Monarca Bakery's Los Angeles locations, and Gab Chabrán, associate editor of food and culture for LAist. We also want to hear from you! If you celebrate Día de los Muertos and have a favorite treat or offering for the holiday, share it with us. How do you celebrate or honor a loved one through food? Call us at 866-893-5722 or you can email us at atcomments@laist.com.
FilmWeek: ‘The Holdovers,’ ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s,’ ‘Priscilla’ And More
Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer and Tim Cogshell review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms:
“The Holdovers” Select Theaters | Wide Nov. 10th
“The Killer” Select Theaters | Netflix Nov. 10th
“The Delinquents” Laemmle Royal [West LA]
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” Wide Release | Streaming on Peacock
“Sly” Alamo Drafthouse
“Priscilla” AMC The Grove & AMC Century City 15 | Wide Nov. 3rd
“Yellow Door: ‘90s Lo-fi Film Club” Streaming on Netflix
“To Kill a Tiger” Laemmle Royal [West LA] & Laemmle Monica Film Center [Santa Monica]
“Sister Death” Streaming on Netflix
“Waikiki” Laemmle NoHo [North Hollywood]
“Suitable Flesh” Alamo Drafthouse
FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle Talks To Director Alexander Payne About THE HOLDOVERS
Alexander Payne has directed a new film, a comedic drama called “The Holdovers,” starring Paul Giamatti. Payne has made eight feature films, including Election, Sideways, The Descendants, About Schmidt and Nebraska. His movies have been nominated for a total of nineteen Oscars, including three times each for Best Picture and Best Director. He has won two Oscars for Best Adapted Screenplay, and two of his films have won the Golden Globe for Best Picture. Joining Larry on FilmWeek, Payne discusses his new feature, how he cast one of the standout stars of the film Dominic Sessa who had no prior professional acting experience, and why the topic of the film resonated with him.
