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The substation attack in a North Carolina county proved, once again, that the country's power grid is susceptible to sabotage. It's America's Achilles heel says security expert Mike Mabee

Director: James Spooner Run Time: 66 min. Release Year: 2003 Starring: Mariko Jones, Matt Davis, Maya Glick, Moe Mitchell, Ralph Darden This screening will feature an in-person appearance by director James Spooner and will include a post-film discussion moderated by Dr. LaWana Richmond. Tagline: Afro-Punk (2003) is an award winning documentary film directed by James Spooner, exploring the roles of African Americans within what was then an overwhelmingly white punk scene across the United States of America. Synopsis: Afro-Punk (2003) is an award winning documentary film directed by James Spooner, exploring the roles of African Americans within what was then an overwhelmingly white punk scene across the United States of America. The film focuses on the lives of four African Americans dedicated to the punk rock lifestyle and its values, interspersed with interviews from scores of Black punk rockers from all over the United States. Fans of the film and the music inspired an alternative movement, that later became the annual Afropunk Festival. Related links: Afrofuturism Lounge at Comic-Con

Cases of COVID-19 are once again on the rise in San Diego County. On Tuesday, the county reported more than 3,600 new cases, the highest number of new cases in a single day since last winter. Plus, a new energy storage project is rolling out across the county, with the first two sites scheduled to break ground within the next month. Then, earlier this year KPBS met a group of women living at a retirement home in Escondido, who are lightening the pain associated with mastectomy one loving stitch at a time. In July, KPBS reporter John Carroll took us to an animal sanctuary in San Diego County that is trying to bring awareness to the illegal, multi-billion dollar trade in exotic animals. And in current events, Starla Lewis, a professor of Black Studies at Mesa College and SDSU, talks about the meaning of Kwanzaa and its origin. Lastly, KPBS looks back at an interview with Charles McPherson, one of jazz's most prolific saxophonists.

Director: Jonathan McHugh, Jordan Rennert Run Time: 93 min. Tagline: "COSPLAY UNIVERSE" explores the rise of the global Comic-Con sub-culture and evolution of Cosplay; the art form of becoming a character that you love. The film demonstrates how Cosplayers can transform and expand their perceptions of themselves while finding community. Featuring Stan Lee and Yaya Han. Synopsis: Featuring industry leaders such as Stan Lee and Yaya Han, as well as expert competitors in the World Cosplay Summit, this fascinating documentary feature explores this growing global trend and the psychology behind this extreme form of self-expression. "Cosplay Universe captures the magic of personal transformation that allows cosplayers to step outside themselves, emulating the heroes whose qualities they aspire to attain. Click here to find show times!

Jurors spent five days deliberating Brittany Higgins' claim of being raped in Parliament house before a judge discovered of of them brought outside research into the court, scrapping the whole trial.

Twitter regularly loses money. But Elon Musk took on billions in debt to buy the company at a time when online advertising is slumping. Could bankruptcy be next?

Months after the controversial arrests, one case ended with a plea deal and at least three have been dismissed. And attorneys say Florida's cases face a tough road — even if they make it to trial.

Trade jobs that require less education, at much lower cost, sit empty. But many parents remain wary of programs that don't lead to a four-year degree.

Director: Simon Verhoeven Run Time: 111 min. Release Year: 2020 Language: German w/ English subtitles Starring: Elyas M'Barek, Frederick Lau, Julian Looman, Nicholas Ofczarek, Palina Rojinski Tagline: A romantic date between Milo and Sunny turns into a wild night when Milo’s friend, Renzo, arrives and derails the evening. Synopsis: Bartender Milo (Elyas M‘Barek) meets the woman of his dreams Sunny (Palina Rojinski) in a fateful moment and arranges to go on a date. Everything seems to be running smoothly, but when Milo‘s chaotic friend Renzo (Frederick Lau) turns up, the romantic evening escalates into an absolutely mad chase through Berlin‘s nightlife pursued by some underworld thugs. However, nothing will shake Milo and Sunny‘s love if they can survive this date… Showtimes: Friday, July 15, 2022: 7:00 Sunday, July 17, 2022: 3:00 Wednesday, July 20, 2022: 1:00

Director: Nathalie Álvarez Mesén Run Time: 106 min. Release Year: 2021 Language: Spanish Starring: Ana Julia Porras Espinoza, Daniel Castañeda Rincón, Flor María Vargas Chaves, Wendy Chinchilla Araya Tagline: A religiously repressed woman living in Costa Rica experiences a sexual and mystical awakening as her niece’s quinceañera approaches. Synopsis: In a remote village in Costa Rica, 40-year-old Clara endures a repressively religious and withdrawn life under the command of her mother. Her uncanny affinity for creatures large and small allows Clara to find solace in the natural world around her. Tension builds within the family as Clara’s younger niece approaches her quinceañera, igniting a sexual and mystical awakening in Clara, and a journey to free herself from the conventions that have dominated her life. Critic Quotes: “Led by a feral performance from dancer Wendy Chinchilla Araya, the drama occupies its own territory, tinged with magical realism and deeply immersed in the sensory world.” – Hollywood Reporter “'Clara Sola' mixes religion, mysticism and sexuality in a way that feels simultaneously odd, disquieting and richly rewarding.” – TheWrap “A defiant challenge to prejudice and repression.” – Screen International Digital Gym Cinema is on Facebook + Instagram + @DigitalGymSD on Twitter