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Supreme Court Halts Venezuelan Detainee Removals: Latest Update

So, the U.S. Supreme Court just said, "Hold up, wait a minute!" and stopped the whole removal situation of Venezuelan detainees accused of gang affiliations under some wartime law. The ACLU was like, "Hey,...
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Altadena’s Unincorporated Status and Fire Response: A Catastrophic Failure?

So, during the Eaton fire, a lot of stuff went down in nearby cities, like Pasadena, Arcadia, and La Cañada Flintridge. They were like on top of things, sending out alerts, getting people evacuated,...
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LACMA Exhibition: Group Portrait with Roberta Flack Tune

So, there's this fancy LACMA exhibition, right? And they wanted to take a group portrait of all these cool artists, like Arielle Bobb-Willis, Martine Syms, Awol Erizku, and a bunch of others. The exhibition...
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Unlocking the World of Pole Dancing: A Beginner’s Guide

So, like, pole dancing has this whole history, right? It's like, this ancient art form that's been around for centuries. You've got Mallakhamb in India and Chinese dancers doing their thing on multiple poles....
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Exploring L.A.’s Black Indoor Roller-Skating History

Alright, so picture this: it's a regular Thursday night, and the beats of some West Coast rap bangers are blasting loud and clear. Over in one corner, a group of O.G.s are deep into...
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5 Visionaries Share Their Most Prized Movement Director Projects

So, at this Maison Margiela Couture show, the models were like eerie dolls in a gothic fairy tale. They moved with this awkward grace, like Bambi trying to strut, while their arms floated like...
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Reviving Escaramuza Tradition: Middle School Girls in Coachella Valley

So, there's this cool thing happening in Coachella, California. It's all about these middle and elementary school girls getting into this sport called escaramuza, which is like a fancy version of Mexican rodeo. I...
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Alok: Keeping Art Human – Brazilian DJ’s Vision

Man, have you heard about this Brazilian DJ, Alok? He's all about keeping art human, you know? He's like, "Yo, AI, you stay out of my creative space!" So, this dude, Alok, was at...
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Top Reggaeton Mexa Artists to Discover at Coachella

So, last weekend at Coachella, El Malilla was the only reggaeton Mexa artist on the lineup, which is pretty cool if you ask me. He's kind of paving the way for this genre to...
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2025 Coachella Valley Music Festival: Stunning Photo Highlights

So, Coachella Valley Music Festival 2025 - sounds like a blast, right? I mean, just reading about it makes me wish I was there, soaking up those vibes and music. Did you see that...
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How to Create a Dreamy Yard with Veggies and Native Plants

So, here's the deal: growing fruits and veggies is a whole different ball game compared to caring for California native plants. Veggies need all the nutrients and water they can get to produce those...
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Transforming L.A. Trash Patch into Vibrant Habitat Garden

So, there's this lady, Marie Massa, who's out there doing her thing in Lincoln Heights, LA. She's not just talking the talk, she's walking the walk — literally. This gal is all about turning...
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Angel City appoints Alexander Straus as head coach

So, Angel City's got a new head coach, Alexander Straus from Bayern Munich. Taking over after Becki Tweed got the boot in December. Sounds like Straus has been kicking butt over in Germany, with...
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Sarah Ashlee Barker: Overcoming Adversity to Become a Pro

So, this girl, Sarah Ashlee Barker, had a rough start to her basketball dreams. Like, she was on the brink of losing it all at 13. Imagine that, being so young and facing a...
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Austin Reaves’ Rise to Lakers’ Big 3

Man, Austin Reaves has really been making a name for himself with the Lakers. JJ Redick has been hyping him up like crazy, and it's clear the team sees something special in him. It...
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Can Dodgers Provide Shohei Ohtani More RBI Opportunities?

Shohei Ohtani isn’t exactly known for coming out of the gate swinging. He’s not all about that hot start life, ya know? Like, he's chill at the plate, taking his time to warm up....
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Phoenix Ikner: Alleged FSU Gunman and Son of Deputy Sheriff

So, like, the suspect in the FSU shooting? Yeah, turns out he's the son of a deputy sheriff. Crazy, right? His mom has been working for the Leon County Sheriff's Office for, like, 18...
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Luka Doncic’s Potential for Another Epic Playoff Moment

Man, Luka Doncic's playoff moments are just epic, you know? Like that Game 2 in the Western Conference finals in 2024 when he just owned Rudy Gobert in the final seconds. The guy is...
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Writers Guild bans Martin Scorsese, Randall Emmett project participation

So, the Writers Guild of America West has put the brakes on Martin Scorsese and Randall Emmett's new project. Apparently, Emmett has a bit of a track record when it comes to not paying...
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CBS secures temporary victory over Sony in game show battle

So, CBS just got a little breather in this whole legal tussle with Sony over "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy." Some judges in California hit the pause button on a ruling that basically said...
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Impact of Tariffs on Disney’s Theme Park Economy

So, Disney's theme parks might be in trouble because of all this tariff talk. I mean, who knew that trade wars could affect whether or not people decide to go on a roller coaster?...
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U.S. Judge Finds Google’s Online Ad Tech Monopoly

So, like, this whole Google ad tech monopoly thing is a big deal, right? A federal judge just said that Google is too powerful when it comes to online advertising stuff. They've got a...
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Southern California Edison Planners and Technicians Union Election

So, there's this whole thing going down at Southern California Edison. A bunch of planners, designers, and field technicians are like, 'Hey, let's unionize!' and they're all about it. They filed a petition for...
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Congressmen Raise Concerns Over Data Privacy Amid 23andMe Bankruptcy

So, like, three congressmen are all up in arms about data privacy, you know? It's been a few weeks since 23andMe went bankrupt and now everyone is freaking out about what's gonna happen to...
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Revisiting ‘The Wedding Banquet’: A Review

So, back in 1993, when Ang Lee dropped "The Wedding Banquet," gay marriage was still illegal. Crazy, right? But Lee wasn't about to sugarcoat stuff for us. Nope, he laid it out real, showing...
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Netflix reports strong earnings amidst economic challenges

So, Netflix is out here killing it in the first quarter, making bank despite all the economic chaos happening globally. Revenue up 13% to $10.5 billion — that's a lot of zeros, you know?...
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Handsome Men, Horses, and Drama in Netflix’s Ransom Canyon

So, Netflix has this new show called "Ransom Canyon," and it's like "Virgin River" but set in Texas. You know, pretty people, love, drama, all that good stuff. The main couple, Staten and Quinn,...
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Warning: Mexico cautions against U.S. drone strikes on cartels

So, Mexico is like, 'hold up, U.S., don't be thinking about drone strikes on cartels.' President Claudia Sheinbaum is all, 'We ain't about that intervention life.' She's making it crystal clear that Mexico ain't...
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Tijuana River: Nation’s 2nd Most Endangered Waterway

So, the Tijuana River is basically a hot mess. I mean, it's been dealing with sewage and industrial waste from Tijuana for, like, forever. And that's not cool, you know? 'Cause it's polluting beaches...
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Narrowing Endangered Species Act: Redefining ‘Harm’ Under Trump Administration

So, the Trump administration is at it again, trying to shake up the Endangered Species Act by redefining the whole idea of 'harm.' Like, seriously? They want to change the definition so that only...
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Fatal High-Speed Pursuit Crash: Anaheim Police Kill Driver in Orange County

So, like, there was this whole crazy high-speed chase in Anaheim, right? It all started with a shooting at a motel, and then the suspect just took off in his truck. The cops were...
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Trump’s Tariff Threat on Vietnam: Impact on Little Saigon

ABC Supermarket in Little Saigon is like a Donald Trump tariff rant come to fragrant, tasty life. Sorghum liquors from China, frozen seafood from Malaysia, Thai fish sauce, Japanese candies, and a galaxy of...
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Seafood Sustainability: Increase Consumption of Four Key Contributors

Sustainability, man, it's a big ol' can of worms. But seafood sustainability? Surprisingly, it's not as complicated as you'd think. And guess what? It's all on us, the consumers. So, here's the deal: mix...
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NJ Congressman Norcross hospitalized with sepsis, in intensive care.

Yo, so apparently New Jersey Congressman Norcross is in the hospital, like, intensive care and all that jazz. His office spilled the beans on Tuesday about this medical event he's dealing with. Apparently, he...
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Man claiming captivity releases statement: Call me ‘S.’

So, there's this whole crazy story about a guy who claims he was held captive in his own home for 20 years. Can you even imagine that? I mean, 20 years is a lifetime....
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L.A. Chef Masters Laid-Back Seafood with Million Oysters

So, there's this chef in L.A., Ari Kolender, who's all about seafood. He's got Found Oyster and Queen St., and now there's a cookbook too. Apparently, he didn't grow up eating a lot of...
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Top 21 New Cookbooks for Spring 2025

Alright, so new cookbooks for spring are here, and apparently, they're supposed to be a big deal. Los Angeles is really hyped about it this year, with writers and chefs like Nicole Rucker and...
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NYC Bars, Restaurants Prepare for Beer Worker Strike Consequences

So, there's this whole situation in NYC with beer delivery folks going on strike. Apparently, the union and Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors couldn't come to an agreement, and now 600 workers are out...
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Stock Market Plunges: Dow Drops 700 Points, Nasdaq Tumbles 3%

So, stocks are taking a nosedive today. The Dow lost 700 points, Nasdaq tanked 3%, and the S&P 500 dropped by 2.24%. The culprit? A dire warning from Nvidia and some tariff concerns from...
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Harvard Professor Challenges Trump: Study on Dictatorships

Man, after Trump got reelected, Harvard prof Steven Levitsky was crushed, like straight up fetal position, ice cream and hockey kinda mood. He's a big deal in the political science world, wrote a book...
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Starbucks Barista Dress Code Revealed: A Sneak Peek

So, Starbucks is changing up its dress code for employees, making it all about that iconic green apron. They want customers to feel that sense of familiarity no matter which store they stroll into....
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Yankees and Mets Rankings in CNBC’s 2025 MLB Valuations

Alright, so who's on top of the MLB franchise game in 2025? Well, according to CNBC, it's none other than the New York Yankees. Those pinstriped legends are sitting pretty at number one with...
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Homeless Man Wins $2.4M Lawsuit, Disappears: California Case

So, get this — eight years ago, Daniel Ridge started a legal battle against his old boss for firing him from his gig at a morgue. At the same time, he was battling his...
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Conservative Justices May Block Tax Dollars for Religious Schools

Alright, so here’s the deal. Way back in 1805, New York had this arrangement with the Free School Society. The state gave them money, and in return, they had to educate poor kids in...
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NTSB Report: Leadership Failure & Training Lack in Newark Ship Fire

Alright, so here's the deal - the National Transportation Safety Board is calling out the Newark fire department for not being prepared to handle a massive cargo ship fire that went down at the...