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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM AUGUST 25-31, 2021 UCW 19 WEEKLY HOROSCOPE NEWS OF THE WEIRD by the Editors at Andrews McMeel Syndication Inexplicable Metro News reported on Aug. 15 that authorities in the village of Wonersh in Surrey, England, are stumped by a serial baked bean bandit who is pouring the savory legumes on doorsteps, cars and into mail slots. Officers have promised to step up patrols in the area, but residents are seeing the lighter side: "What half-baked idiots would do this? I hope they get thrown in the can!" and "Absolutely Heinzous crime." Bright Idea New York City subway motorman Terrell Harris is in trouble with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority after letting his girlfriend take a train for a joyride on Aug. 13. According to NBC New York, the couple posted photos to social media showing them in the cab, with her operating the controls through several stops. Interim NYC Transit President Craig Cipriano called the incident an "egregious violation of public trust. Something that I haven't seen in my 32 years here." Harris has been "taken out of service." Awesome! In July, customers at Tesco supermarkets in England were greeted with motivational posters encouraging camaraderie during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Daily Record reported. However, some patrons were amused by the placement of the messages — especially one reading "Together we can do this" found in a urinal stall in the men's restroom. Users posted the sign online prompting replies, such as, "Nah I got this one all by myself thanks Tesco" and "Ok, but only three shakes please." Full Service Brandon D'Marcus Presha, 28, was arrested in Laurens, South Carolina for an incident that took place in the McDonald's where he works, The Smoking Gun reported. Late that evening, police said, Presha donned gloves and sat down at a table in the restaurant to ink a tattoo on the arm of a minor — and bystanders posted video of him plying his craft. Presha was charged with tattooing a minor and tattooing without a license. Question: : Why are they cancel- ing "e Good Witch" on Hallmark Channel. It is a good show I have watched from the beginning. I read that it went down in who's watching it, but I can't understand why that would mean canceling. So many rotten TV shows stay on season after season, but this is a good one and so they end it! — Kim L Matt Roush: I'm hearing quite a bit about this now that the deed is done. e real surprise here is not that Hallmark canceled a show after seven seasons — and if you count the TV movies dating back even lon- ger, something like a 13-year run. What's most aggravating about this decision is it seemed to have been made so late in the game, without giving the show or the "Good Witch" fans a chance to take advantage of a victory lap or final-season public- ity. Declining ratings were likely a contributing factor in what appears to be a business and economic deci- sion, but still, to announce the show was toast with only a few episodes remaining felt like a low blow. In happier news, stars including Cath- erine Bell and James Denton remain attached to the channel, and there's reason enough to hope that "e Good Witch" might eventually re- vert to its TV-movie format, though it may be a while before anything happens on that front. To submit questions to TV Critic Matt Roush, go to: tvinsider.com. By Damian Holbrook Cheers to "UFO" for identifying the truth that is out there. Leave it to producer J.J. Abrams to balance the freaky and the factual in this four-part Showtime docu-series ex- ploring the government's newly de- classified findings about our closest encounters with possible E.T.s. Jeers to "Animal Kingdom's" sav- age surprise. Even though TNT's crime-family drama kills characters left and right, it just didn't feel right to hear in the Aug. 8 episode that Emily Deschanel's ex-con Angela had been beaten to death off-cam- era. e "Bones" vet is a big enough name to earn an on-screen end. ARIES - March 21/April 20 Emotional awakenings may change your goals for the time being. Expect opportuni- ties for more travel or even new educational endeavors. Involve Pisces in your decisions. TAURUS - April 21/May 21 Keep a light schedule this week because you may have to fit something in at the last minute. is is an easy week to connect with others as well. GEMINI - May 22/June 21 Powerful revelations can stir up many emo - tions. You may need to process some new developments. Look to others for support. CANCER - June 22/July 22 Elements of your health and well-being may need to be addressed sometime soon. Other things have been taking priorit y and you need to focus on improving health. LEO - July 23/Aug. 23 Stay alert this week because bold and potent feelings may be drummed up and will need to be addressed promptly. Now isn't the time to deflect or procrastinate. VIRGO - Aug. 24/Sept. 22 You're the wildcard in various situations. People may expect one thing from you, but then you deliver something else. Keep people on their toes. LIBR A - Sept. 23/Oct. 23 Step back and examine the big picture, Libra. If you don't, you may get lost in the small details. Take some time away for your- self if the need arises. SCORPIO - Oct. 24/Nov. 22 Explore some hidden talents, Scorpio. Something you do as a hobby or just for fun could provide an opportunit y for an entre- preneurial endeavor. SAGITTARIUS - Nov. 23/Dec. 21 Sagittarius, you may need to step into the spotlight more often, even if doing so takes you out of your comfort zone. You can do it with the support of a few friends. CAPRICORN - Dec. 22/Jan. 20 Capricorn, if you are seeking a clear mind, it is best to get away from home for a few days to be free from distraction. Too much going on in your life can limit possibilities. AQUARIUS - Jan. 21/Feb. 18 Now is an ideal time to clear out social media accounts and do some digital house - keeping, Aquarius. Keep the online friends whom you interact with in person. PISCES - Feb. 19/March 20 Emotions are bound to be intense for a little while, Pisces. You may be inspired to make some major changes in your life.