Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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"A conviction on the racketeering count requires the jury to find that Combs carried out at least two underlying crimes with the help of his employees and others in his inner circle. Jurors can pick any two underlying offenses including, arson, bribery, witness tampering, kidnapping, sex-trafficking, forced labor and drugs and prostitution related crimes. " So the fact that they're still deliberating count one, RICO, means they've already convicted him of at least 2 of the...
West Hollywood, CA – On Friday, July 18, 2025, the Hotel Ziggy in West Hollywood will transform into a hub of laughter and goodwill as a stellar lineup of comedians takes the stage for the *Stand-Up For Good Comedy* event, benefiting the non-profit GO Campaign. Featuring a powerhouse roster including *Saturday Night Live* legend Darrell Hammond, comedian and film star Tom Arnold, Los Angeles comedy favorites Shang and Greg Baldwin, British comedy host Christine Peake, and Amaz...
Every year, students from across the country agonize about where to go to college. The choices are endless: Big university or small private school? Close to home or far away? Options even abound for those committed to pursuing the standard "the college experience." Ultimately, however, where to matriculate is heavily influenced by where a school is located, especially for prospective students looking for the perfect college town. The local student body often significantly...
SANTIAGO, CHILE – June 27, 2025, 12:09 AM PDT – In an extraordinary turn of events, the Atacama Desert, widely regarded as the world's driest desert, awoke to a stunning blanket of snow on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Captured by the ALMA Observatory at an elevation of 2,900 meters, this rare weather phenomenon marks the first significant snowfall in the region in a decade, challenging the desert's long-standing reputation for aridity. The Atacama, located in northern Chile, is...
Santa Monica Police Officer Shot, Suspect Arrested in Palisades Park SANTA MONICA, CA - A Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) officer was shot and wounded by a suspect in Parking Structure 7 at the Santa Monica Place shopping center in downtown Santa Monica around 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. The officer was transported to a local hospital, with his condition described as satisfactory. Late this afternoon, SMPD arrested the suspect, described as a Black male in...
Los Angeles, CA – June 27, 2025 – The Buss family has agreed to sell a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, CEO of TWG Global and owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, for a record $10 billion valuation, sources confirmed this week. Walter, who has held a minority interest in the Lakers for years, now assumes controlling ownership of the iconic NBA franchise.[](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45539931/buss-family-agrees-sell-lakers-mark-...
Santa Monica, CA – June 27, 2025 – John Alle, a Santa Monica business owner, has introduced a controversial new initiative aimed at addressing homelessness in Los Angeles County by offering unhoused individuals free one-way plane tickets to reunite with their families or return to their hometowns. The program, which has sparked both praise and debate, reflects Alle’s belief that reconnecting people with their support networks is a practical step toward reducing homel...
Maybe the verdant peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains are calling your name, or maybe you're intrigued by the variety of flora and fauna at Joshua Tree National Park. No matter what kind of outdoor adventure piques your interest, there's always an opportunity for exploration on the horizon—and new technological advancements can help you get there. Particularly in the early months, as more people spend time outside as part of a renewed commitment to health and wellness, the n...
Trends of all kinds fade in and out of popularity, and that goes for dog breeds, too. Though the Labrador retriever was top dog among American pet owners for 31 years, according to the American Kennel Club, the breed was dethroned by the French bulldog in 2022. Since then, Frenchies have held on to that top spot, according to the latest data released by the AKC in March 2025. Rest assured that Labs haven't sunk too far in popularity, maintaining the #2 spot for the past three...
Companies go to great lengths to protect sensitive personal and financial information. But as cybercriminals become increasingly sophisticated, scams are on the rise, putting key information at risk of being compromised. Scammers often use phishing techniques to access secure data or personal information. Cybersecurity company Egress reports that QR Code scams in emails accounted for 12.4% of all phishing emails in 2023, jumping from 1.4% just a year prior. Health care,...
As is so often the case, the first half of 2025 has had some serious highs and lows. There have been major box-office hits, like "Sinners," poised to be one of the highest-earning horror movies of the past decade, along with some colossal disappointments, like Disney's universally panned live-action "Snow White," expected to lose the studio $115 million. And the summer movie season is just getting underway. While the early months of the year are generally slower in Hollywood,...
In an era of social media influencers endorsing fad diets, questionable cleanses, and quick weight loss fixes, registered dietitians are arguably more valuable than ever in helping to cut through misinformation about nutritional health. Jobs for registered dietitians and nutritionists are projected to grow 7% by 2033, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Increased interest in wellness, self-care, and the link between diet and health has spurred an evolution of the...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you....
In 1968, professional tennis entered the Open Era. With the introduction of the four Grand Slam tournaments—the U.S. Open, Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon—the division between pros and amateurs finally ended. But there was still the matter of male versus female players. In 1973, Billie Jean King famously beat Bobby Riggs in "The Battle Of The Sexes," winning $100,000. But her plea for gender equality came three years prior when she won the Italian Open and ear...
Here is a summary of The Vigilant Fox's list of 10 shocking stories that the media allegedly buried on June 19, 2025: Edan Alexander's Return: Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old American-Israeli soldier held hostage by Hamas for 584 days, returned to New Jersey. His release, attributed to President Trump's diplomacy, was marked by a massive community celebration in Tenafly, NJ. East Palestine Health Initiative: The Trump administration launched a program to study the long-term...
Santa Monica, CA – June 27, 2025 – The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) has embarked on an ambitious renovation project at Roosevelt Elementary School, aiming to modernize the campus while preserving its cherished historical elements. As construction crews erect fencing around the school, signaling the start of work in June 2025, community members are eager to understand how the district will balance contemporary educational needs with the preservation of...
