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‘Tron: Ares’ Heads to Disney+ on Wednesday

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‘Tron: Ares’ Heads to Disney+ on Wednesday

The TRON franchise returns to the Grid in the new year as Tron: Ares begins streaming exclusively on Disney+ on Jan. 7.

A New Chapter in the TRON Saga

Directed by Joachim Rønning, the sci-fi action-adventure expands the universe first introduced in Tron and Tron: Legacy. The film plunges viewers into a visually striking digital world, centering on a high-stakes conflict between artificial intelligence and humanity, fueled by cutting-edge effects and an original score by Nine Inch Nails.

Critical Praise for Style and Speed

Early reviews highlight the film’s relentless pace and bold visuals. Critics have praised Rønning’s direction, the vivid cinematography by Jeff Cronenweth, and Nine Inch Nails’ techno-driven score for amplifying the film’s intensity and immersive feel.

IMAX Enhanced Experience at Home

Tron: Ares will stream in IMAX Enhanced on Disney+, featuring an expanded aspect ratio designed to preserve the filmmakers’ vision. Viewers with compatible TVs and audio systems can also experience enhanced sound through DTS technology.

Revisit the Grid

Ahead of the new release, Tron and Tron: Legacy are also available on Disney+, allowing fans to revisit the origins of the digital world that leads into Tron: Ares.

Film Synopsis

The story follows Ares, a highly advanced Program sent from the digital realm into the real world on a dangerous mission — marking humanity’s first direct encounter with AI beings.

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Trump Addresses House Republicans at Party Retreat

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Trump Addresses House Republicans at Party Retreat

President Donald Trump began delivering remarks Tuesday morning to House Republicans gathered for a party retreat at the Kennedy Center, as lawmakers returned to Washington to outline their agenda for the year ahead.

Tribute to Rep. Doug LaMalfa

Trump opened his speech by acknowledging the sudden death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California, who House GOP leaders said died at age 65. LaMalfa served in public office for more than two decades and was a leading voice on Western water policy. Trump praised him as a “great member” of Congress and offered condolences to his wife, Jill, and their family, saying the remarks were delivered in LaMalfa’s honor.

Key Issues on the Political Calendar

The Republican retreat comes on a busy political day in Washington. Democrats are marking the fifth anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol with a special congressional hearing and public statements. Meanwhile, conservative attorney George Conway, a longtime Trump critic, is launching a Democratic congressional campaign in Manhattan.

House Reconvenes

Lawmakers are meeting as the House resumes legislative business, with party leaders expected to use the retreat to coordinate strategy and priorities for the coming months.

For updates on this meeting, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Trial Begins for Former Uvalde School Officer

Indira Zaldivar
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Trial Begins for Former Uvalde School Officer

Opening statements are set to begin Tuesday in the criminal trial of Adrian Gonzales, a former Uvalde school police officer accused of endangering children during the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting.

Charges Linked to Shooting Response

Gonzales faces 29 counts of child endangerment, with prosecutors alleging he failed to follow his training and duty during the law enforcement response to the massacre that killed 19 children and two teachers. Nearly 400 officers responded, but it took 77 minutes to confront and kill the shooter.

Jury Selection Marked by Frustration

Judge Sid Harle seated a full jury Monday after an emotional selection process. Many potential jurors criticized police actions that day, with more than 100 excused after saying they could not remain impartial. Several voiced anger that officers did not act sooner.

Defense Says Gonzales Is a Scapegoat

Gonzales has pleaded not guilty. His attorneys argue he is being unfairly blamed for systemic law enforcement failures. Some dismissed jurors echoed that sentiment, questioning why more officers were not charged.

Rare Case of Criminal Accountability

Gonzales was charged alongside former school police chief Pete Arredondo, whose trial is delayed. The case is only the second in U.S. history seeking to criminally hold an officer accountable for a mass shooting response, a legal path experts say is difficult to prove.

For updates on the trial, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

European Leaders Push Back on US Claims Over Greenland

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European Leaders Push Back on US Claims Over Greenland

European leaders issued a joint statement Tuesday emphasizing the importance of Arctic security while firmly rejecting suggestions that Greenland should become part of the United States. The statement came hours after White House deputy chief of staff for policy Stephen Miller said it was the formal position of the U.S. government that Greenland should be American territory.

U.S. Officials Cite NATO and Arctic Strategy

In a Monday interview with CNN, Miller argued that because the United States is the leading power within NATO, Greenland’s location makes it essential to U.S. and alliance security in the Arctic. He said U.S. control of Greenland would strengthen efforts to protect NATO interests in the region.

Greenland’s Status and Strategic Importance

Greenland is a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark with its own elected government and has been connected to Denmark for roughly 300 years. The world’s largest island, it sits between North America and Europe and has growing strategic value as melting Arctic ice opens new shipping routes. Greenland is also home to the northernmost U.S. military base.

European Allies Stress Sovereignty

Leaders from France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom and Greenland said Arctic security must be handled collectively through NATO while respecting international law. They underscored principles such as sovereignty, territorial integrity and inviolable borders, calling them universal and nonnegotiable.

The statement made clear that while the United States is an essential NATO partner, decisions about Greenland’s future belong solely to Greenland and Denmark.

Denmark Warns of NATO Consequences

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned Monday that any U.S. military move to seize Greenland would effectively end the NATO alliance. She said an attack on a fellow NATO member would undermine the security framework that has existed since World War II.

Miller Dismisses Military Conflict Scenario

When asked Tuesday whether the U.S. would use military force to take over Greenland, Miller said there was no need to frame the issue as a military operation. He insisted no country would fight the United States over Greenland’s future, while reiterating that the U.S. believes Greenland should be part of the country.

International tension seems to rise, stay tuned to more updates with Que Onda Magazine.

Mother opens fire after fight involving teenagers, leaving man injured, HCSO says

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Mother opens fire after fight involving teenagers, leaving man injured, HCSO says

By Courtney Carpenter, ABC13 Houston.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — Investigators with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are working to figure out if a mom acted in self-defense when they say she shot a man hours after a fight between teenagers.

HCSO said it was called to an apartment complex on Kuykendahl near FM 1960 around 8:30 p.m. on Monday after getting reports of a shooting.

When they got there, deputies said they learned that a couple of hours earlier, around 6:30 p.m., there was a fight between teenagers that a mom eventually broke up.

Investigators said a different mom went back to the scene to clarify what happened, and that’s when the shooting happened.

“During that incident, an unknown adult individual in his early 20s arrived on scene, causing a disturbance. The juvenile’s mother, who was present, fearing for her son’s safety, withdrew a firearm and shot several times in the direction of this individual, striking him once,” HCSO Sgt. Freder Munoz explained.

The man was taken to the hospital and is considered to be OK, according to deputies.

The sheriff’s office said it is possible the man was on drugs.

It is unclear if he had anything to do with the initial fight or not.

Several people were detained at the scene, HCSO said.

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Dense fog in the morning, record warmth for the afternoon

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Dense fog in the morning, record warmth for the afternoon

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A lot of weather changes are on the way this week, including foggy mornings followed by record warmth. A Dense Fog Advisory for south central and southeast Texas in effect until 9 am Tuesday. Once the fog lifts, temperatures will quickly warm.

We came within a degree of the record Monday with a high of 79. The heat ridge will grow stronger this week allowing records to fall. High temperatures on Tuesday should warm in the low 80s which would challenge or break a record.

A cold front will arrive ahead of the weekend to bring a chance for thunderstorms, and chilly weather for the Chevron Houston Marathon.

Is this warmup going to be as hot as it was the week of Christmas?

Not exactly, but we do have a few days popping into the low 80s, starting on Tuesday. This means more records could fall during the first full work week of the New Year. Sea fog will also be a possibility as the humid air returns. A strong cold front will pass through late Friday. That will end our streak of above normal temperatures and bring cool weather for the entire weekend.

Are we expecting any rain or severe weather with Friday’s front?

We do expect the front to produce a chance for thunderstorms. For now we have the rain chance at 40%, but that rain chance will climb as our confidence grows in the frontal timing. Severe weather looks unlikely, but it cannot yet be ruled out given how warm and humid the air will be ahead of the front.

How’s marathon weekend looking?

Chilly! Friday’s front will knock us back into more typical winter territory Saturday and Sunday. Expect a steady north wind at 20 mph Saturday, limiting highs to the mid 60s. Temperatures at the start of the marathon on Sunday will be in the low-to-mid 40s. Highs on Sunday will only climb into the upper 50s under a mostly cloudy sky with a north breeze around 15 mph. There’s also a chance for rain, but we have rain chances at just a limited 10%.

Are any other freezes on the horizon?

We have no freezes in our 10 day forecast, but there’s still a lot winter left to get more freezing weather.

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DHS alleges hotel canceled stays for immigration agents

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DHS alleges hotel canceled stays for immigration agents

The Department of Homeland Security accused a Minnesota hotel of canceling reservations made by immigration enforcement officials, sparking a dispute that drew in Hilton Hotels and the property’s independent owner.

Emails cite refusal to host agents

DHS shared redacted screenshots of emails that appear to show a hotel employee telling guests that the property would not allow Immigration and Customs Enforcement or other immigration agents to stay there and that reservations would be canceled if they were affiliated with DHS.

Hilton distances itself

Hilton Hotels said the property involved is independently owned and operated and that the actions described do not reflect the company’s policies or values. A spokesperson said Hilton is investigating and has been in contact with the hotel.

Owner issues apology

Everpeak Hospitality, which owns the hotel, apologized and said the cancellations violated company policy. The group said it is working to accommodate affected guests and emphasized that it does not discriminate against any individuals or agencies.

Broader context

The incident comes as DHS considers deploying additional agents to the Minneapolis–St. Paul area for immigration and fraud investigations, intensifying scrutiny and tensions around federal immigration enforcement in the region.

For more on this story, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Ariana Grande hints at set list for ‘Eternal Sunshine’ tour

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Ariana Grande hints at set list for ‘Eternal Sunshine’ tour

Ariana Grande is teasing what fans can expect from her upcoming Eternal Sunshine tour while keeping key details under wraps.

Months in the making

Grande, 32, said she has been working on the tour’s set list for months, though she noted it could still change once rehearsals begin. Speaking on the Critics Choice Awards red carpet, she said the songs are “in a good place” but won’t be finalized until they’re tested in rehearsal.

Two albums, many possibilities

The 2026 tour will feature music from Eternal Sunshine (2024) and Positions (2020), giving the singer a wide range of potential songs. Despite fan speculation, Grande said she wants the final set list to remain a surprise.

Tour details

The tour is set to launch in June, travel across the United States, and wrap up in London. Grande recently returned to her signature look after months of Wicked press appearances.

‘Wicked’ songs still a mystery

When asked whether songs connected to her role as Glinda in Wicked and Wicked: For Good would appear in the show, Grande declined to confirm, saying only, “We’ll see.”

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What parents should know about violent online group ‘764’

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What parents should know about violent online group ‘764’

Authorities are warning parents about a dangerous online extremist group known as “764,” which investigators say targets children and teens through the internet.

How the group operates

According to the FBI and the Anti-Defamation League, 764 is a violent online network that allegedly coerces and manipulates young people into harming themselves, others, or animals. Members are accused of grooming children, gaining their trust, and then using harassment, threats, and sextortion to control them.

Origins and global concern

The group was reportedly founded in 2021 by a teenager and has since expanded internationally. Canada has designated 764 as a terrorist entity, underscoring the seriousness of the threat.

Why kids are especially vulnerable

Experts say victims are often lured into private online spaces, where intimidation escalates. Feelings of shame or fear can prevent children from seeking help, increasing the risk of long-term harm.

What parents can do

Law enforcement and child safety advocates urge parents to talk openly with their children about online dangers, monitor screen time, and encourage kids to report suspicious or disturbing interactions immediately.

Raising awareness

Advocates and parents are calling for education and vigilance, stressing that informed conversations and early intervention can help prevent exploitation and protect children from online predators.

For more on social media and technology safe practices, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

CDC revises childhood vaccine schedule

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CDC revises childhood vaccine schedule

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Monday it is changing the U.S. childhood immunization schedule, effective immediately, removing universal recommendations for several routine shots.

Universal recommendations scaled back

Under the new framework, vaccines are divided into three categories: those recommended for all children, those for certain high-risk groups, and those based on shared clinical decision-making between parents and health care providers. Vaccines no longer universally recommended include COVID-19, flu, RSV, hepatitis, and meningococcal shots.

No vaccines recommended before 2 months for most children

For children not considered high risk, the updated schedule recommends no vaccines before the age of two months. The CDC says the changes are intended to more closely align U.S. practices with those of other developed countries.

Federal directive and insurance impact

The shift follows a directive from President Donald Trump instructing Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to review international vaccine schedules. HHS officials said the change will not affect insurance coverage for vaccines.

Medical community raises concerns

Doctors and public health experts criticized the decision, saying it lacked sufficient public debate and expert input. Pediatric groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, said they were not consulted and warned the move could undermine trust in public health guidance.

Political reaction mixed

Some lawmakers expressed alarm over the changes, while others emphasized that the CDC schedule is a recommendation, not a mandate, leaving vaccine decisions ultimately up to families.

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