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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM JULY 28 - AUGUST 3, 2021 UCW 19 WEEKLY HOROSCOPE NEWS OF THE WEIRD by the Editors at Andrews McMeel Syndication For the Birds A nature camera disguised as a piece of bark in the Nizhne- Svirsky Nature Reserve in Russia fell victim to a persistent woodpecker, United Press International reported. A black woodpecker named Zhelna, looking for insects, pecked at the camera for several days until it broke, reserve workers posted on Facebook. The device has been removed for repairs. Oh, Canada Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan, had a mystery on their hands when a load of fenceposts went missing, RCMP reported on its website. Officers opened an investigation, but the "bucktooth bandits" were quickly identified: "The stolen goods were located in a beaver dam," said Constable Conrad Rickards. "A beaver — or beavers — helped themselves to the stash of posts and used them to help build a dam. I tried locating said beavers but they were GOA (gone on arrival)." Ewwww The Wellington Correctional Center in New South Wales, Australia, is being evacuated so that crews can clear the prison of dead and decaying mice and repair chewed electrical wiring, the Associated Press reported. Australia has been overrun with mice for months, which scien- tists say happens when rain fol- lows several years of drought. Corrective Services Commis- sioner Peter Severin explained that "the mice have got into wall cavities, into roof spaces. They're dead, but then they start obviously decaying and then the next problem is mites." Crime Report As Paul Kiyan let himself into the home of Mat and Monica Sabz in Bel Air, California, Monica watched on Ring video and alerted her husband, who was at home. Kiyan was naked, KTLA-TV reported, and helped himself to a shower and a pair of shorts. When Mat confronted him, Kiyan said the house was his. While he was there, Kiyan killed the couple's two pet birds with his hands; police arrested him on several felony charges. Question: Will some forward-think- ing Hollywood executive reboot the George Peppard vehicle "Banacek?" — Steve O Matt Roush: Would a reboot of a 1970s private-eye series really be forward-thinking? I loved the ran- domness of this suggestion, because there were so many higher-profile spokes of NBC's "Mystery Movie" wheel: "McCloud," "McMillan and Wife" and of course "Columbo." Se- riously, though, because "Banacek" is lesser known, reviving a show and a hero that had a sense of humor about itself wouldn't be the worst idea. In the bigger picture, I'd like to see a network try the "mystery wheel" format again, rotating its series on a weekly or monthly basis. Something like that could air year- round with fewer episodes per se- ries, and that might be refreshing. To submit questions to TV Critic Matt Roush, go to: tvinsider.com. By Damian Holbrook Cheers to to Zooey Deschanel for getting into the game — "e Celebrity Dating Game." Just as charming as she was for seven sea- sons on Fox's "New Girl," Deschanel is bringing her inimitable appeal to ABC's update of the classic, and we're more smitten with the host than the single stars are with their potential paramours. Cheers to "Fear the Walking Dead" for blowing our minds. Never in a million years would we have imagined the show would take the nuclear option, but that's just what the gutsy sixth-season finale did as hero Morgan (Lennie James) and his fellow survivors failed to stop a doomsday cult from detonating multiple warheads. Bring on the ra- diated mutant zombies. Jeers to "Lisey's Story" for cutting too close to the bone. Any way you slice it, the Apple TV+ take on Ste- phen King's novel about a widow (Julianne Moore) uncovering the traumatic past of her late author hubby (Clive Owen) has been a harrowing ride — one that drove us over the edge with that grisly attack by a maniac with a pizza cutter. Now we're the traumatized ones! ARIES - March 21/April 20 Aries, you may have to tend to family mat- ters this week. Seek input from trusted fam- ily members and work together to come to a solution that ever yone can embrace. TAURUS - April 21/May 21 Taurus, it can be difficult to know when to stop talking and start listening. It is a fine line to walk, but be patient and feel out the room before offering your input. GEMINI - May 22/June 21 ings that appear to be confusing or intim - idating may not be as complicated as they seem, Gemini. Keep doing your research and don't be scared away. CANCER - June 22/July 22 Cancer, remember to treat others how you want them to treat you. is simple ap- proach is a great way to build lasting friend- ships and strong relationships. LEO - July 23/Aug. 23 Get as much work done around the house as possible this week. You may soon be pressed for time, so now is the time to tack le projects. VIRGO - Aug. 24/Sept. 22 Have fun with family and friends in the days to come. Make the most of this precious time to relax with those you love. It will pro- vide the kickstart you've been seeking. LIBR A - Sept. 23/Oct. 23 Devote some time to figuring out the details of your spending habits. A little financial discipline now may pay big dividends down the road. SCORPIO - Oct. 24/Nov. 22 Seek others' input when faced with a trick y situation. Sometimes a fresh perspective is all that's needed to make sense of a problem. SAGITTARIUS - Nov. 23/Dec. 21 Sagittarius, expect to make some prog- ress on financial situations that may have seemed daunting in the past. A financial professional can help you navigate some confusing waters. CAPRICORN - Dec. 22/Jan. 20 Connecting with friends has been a priorit y for you lately, Capricorn. In the days ahead, pend as much time as possible with those you hold near and dear. AQUARIUS - Jan. 21/Feb. 18 Hidden strengths come to the surface when you are thrust into an unfamiliar situation, Aquarius. W hen forced to think on your feet, you realize you can adapt on the fly. PISCES - Feb. 19/March 20 Connect with your communit y in any way you can this week, Pisces. Give back by vol - unteering or by offering financial support. 1 LAUREN DAIGLE Hold On To Me 2 CROWDER Good God Almighty 3 ZACH WILLIAMS Less Like Me 4 WE THE KINGDOM Child Of Love 5 CECE WINANS Believe For It 6 CAIN Yes He Can 7 JORDAN FELIZ Next To Me 8 TOBYMAC Help Is On Th 9 RHETT WALKER Gospel Song 10 ELEVATION WORSHIP Rattle