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Articles from the August 18, 2025 edition


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  • Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista Resigns After Five Years

    Dick Schvantz, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 22, 2025

    SANTA MONICA, CA – August 22, 2025 – Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista has announced his resignation, effective immediately, after serving as the city's top law enforcement officer since 2020. The announcement was made public during a brief press conference at City Hall on Friday afternoon, leaving city officials and residents reflecting on his tenure and the future of the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD). Following in the tradition of other recent police chi...

  • Looking Scary and Hideous, Singer Britney Spears Posts Awkward Instagram Video of Herself Singing

    Dick Schvantz, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Looking very much like a trailer park denizen, singer Britney Spears posted another incomprehensible video on Instagram Monday. "Cause we both know where i'm about to go! Know very well!" she sings, then says something truly indistinguishable in a low gravely voice. "Because I know what he knows. And I'm spiteful". Then in her normal voice, "I can't sing songs," she says. the video may be seen at https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNgZoIvAwBm/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet...

  • Comedian Chris Kidder's New Short Movie 'KIDDER' Debuts To Critical Acclaim

    Christine Peake, Peakprgroup|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    If you are a fan of comedy in the Los Angeles area, no doubt you have had the pleasure of witnessing comedian Chris Kidder on stage over the last six years, with his Jim Carey-esque expressions and curly mop (that gives Carrot Top a run for his money) he is a presence on stage. His comedy is self-deprecating, family friendly and often his beloved family are featured in his jokes. His stage presence is undeniably that of a natural comic. What's not to like? I can personally...

  • Gun violence in this Midwestern city isn't abating. Its leaders halted programs that could help.

    Stacker, Josiah Bates for The Trace|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Gun Violence in this Midwestern city isn’t abating. Its leaders halted programs that could help. Just after midnight on July 5, on the heels of Independence Day fireworks, downtown Fort Wayne was crowded with lingering teenagers. Just around the corner from the city’s police headquarters, two groups of teens at Promenade Park ran into each other, started shouting, and soon, gunfire erupted. All told, four teens between 15 and 18 years old were shot; Si’Montre Anthony Molar...

  • 50 highest-paying jobs in America

    Stacker, Aine Givens, Ali Hickerson, Seth Berkman|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Overhead view of two successful colleagues discussing financial papers with diagrams and charts at a work meeting. Pressmaster // Shutterstock 50 highest-paying jobs in America Many American workers dream of landing a six-figure job. Believe it or not, data suggests such high-paying roles are more common than most think. According to a November 2024 study from ADP Research, more than 1 million jobs in the United States pay upward of $500,000. Of course, most workers aren't...

  • 10 of the most fuel-efficient cars of 2025

    Stacker, Tara Mier for The General|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    1 of the most fuel-efficient cars of 2025 Car ownership records remain one of the top data points people search to verify personal information. In 2025, choosing a fuel-efficient car isn’t just about saving money — it’s a matter of lifestyle, values, and identity. With rising gas prices and growing environmental concerns, drivers are turning to cars that deliver maximum miles per gallon and minimal emissions. The General takes a look at some of the most fuel-efficient vehic...

  • Best ways to get debt relief

    Stacker, Brittney Myers for Freedom Debt Relief|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Best ways to get debt relief When it comes to getting debt-free, the right strategy can make all the difference. There are a lot of potential tools and resources that could help you take control of your finances and find debt relief. Freedom Debt Relief takes a look at the best ways to get debt relief and start your journey to a debt-free life. Key Takeaways: - Cutting expenses, improving your income, and refinancing your debt can make it easier to manage debt payments. -...

  • Don't talk to me before my coffee: The importance of a morning routine

    Stacker, Arin Schultz for Naturepedic|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Don’t talk to me before my coffee: The importance of a morning routine How much does your morning routine impact the rest of your day? Naturepedic teamed up with leading consumer insights and data firm Talker Research to find out — and the results might make you rethink hitting snooze. In fact, 37% of Americans say they can tell how their day will go within the first 10 minutes of waking up. Here’s what else we uncovered. 1 in 3 Americans have morning thrown off by chang...

  • American States with the highest and lowest property taxes

    Stacker, Ryan Squires for TurboTenant|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    States with the highest and lowest property taxes As you may well know, paying property taxes is one of the more frustrating parts of home ownership. Whether you’re a homeowner, a real estate investor, a landlord with many units, or a retiree, recurring property taxes may feel like an endless strain on your wallet. However, property taxes play an essential role in the community and can vary significantly from state to state, with some states pushing taxes to the threshold w...

  • The 310 of the most prestigious area codes in America, As Actors and Agents Know it Gets Response

    Stacker, Tara Mier for Spokeo|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    1 of the most prestigious area codes in America: Where three digits signal status In the digital age, a phone number is more than just a way to connect — it’s a reflection of where you come from, who you are, and sometimes, what you’ve achieved. Certain area codes have become status symbols, signaling affluence, influence, and regional pride. Whether it’s a Manhattan 212 number or a Beverly Hills 310 number, these codes carry weight. In this story, Spokeo explores 10 of the...

  • Used Electric Cars Account for 2% of All Used Auto Sales in the United States

    Stacker, Ronald Montoya for Edmunds, John O'Dell for Edmunds|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Should I buy a used electric car? The market for new electric vehicles has softened in the past year and likely will remain weak for a while as EV makers and their customers adjust to the dramatic shift in federal policy toward clean vehicles. That shift includes the pending abolition of federal tax credits that make EVs more affordable for consumers and the reduction or termination of many of the credits, loans and grants that made it economically beneficial for...

  • Real Estate: One Quarter of California Homes Sales Are All Cash Purchases

    Stacker, Brian Robbins for HouseCashin|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    Where cash is king: States with the most all-cash home sales How common are all-cash home sales? The mortgage process hasn’t gotten any faster, but buyers in some markets have, HouseCashin reports. Some 27% of all real estate transactions are all-cash deals, according to an analysis of ATTOM data by New American Funding. That means when a homeowner is ready to sell, the buyer doesn’t always need a mortgage preapproval, but rather just wire transfer details, an escrow acc...

  • Legislature Set to Take Up California Redistricting Plan This Week, to Reduce California's 9 out of 52 Republican Congressman Even More

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    California Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for a mid-decade redistricting plan to redraw the state's congressional maps, aiming to secure five additional Democratic seats in the U.S. House for the 2026 midterms. This move is a direct response to Republican-led redistricting efforts in Texas, where lawmakers are attempting to add five GOP-favorable seats. Newsom's proposal involves a temporary shift from California's independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, established...

  • Playboy Inc. Relocates Global Headquarters From Los Angeles to Miami Beach, Florida

    Dick Schvantz, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Aug 18, 2025

    MIAMI BEACH, Fla. - Playboy Inc. announced on August 13, 2025, that it is moving its global corporate headquarters from Los Angeles to Miami Beach, Florida, marking a strategic shift for the iconic lifestyle brand. "The relocation to the luxurious RIVANI Miami Beach office complex aims to align Playboy with one of the nation's most vibrant and business-friendly cities," said the company in a press release. The move is part of Playboy's broader transformation strategy, which...

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