Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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SAN DIEGO – Republican Congressman Darrell Issa, whose North San Diego County district was upended by California's voter-approved redistricting measure, announced Thursday that he will seek re-election in the battleground 48th Congressional District in 2026, turning down overtures from Texas Republicans to run in a safer GOP seat there. The decision caps a week of intense speculation about Issa's political future, following reports that the 72-year-old, multi-term lawmaker was...
5 holiday home insurance tips to stop package theft The increasing reliance on e-commerce, particularly during the peak holiday season, has led to a parallel rise in package theft, a persistent property crime impacting millions of homeowners and renters annually. The moment a delivery is marked "completed," that parcel sitting on your doorstep becomes a vulnerable asset. The scope of this issue is significant: Current data indicates that up to a quarter of Americans have been...
Why ‘clearance rates’ don’t tell the whole story about solving crimes Police departments’ “clearance rates” — the percentage of cases they declare closed — are one of the most widely cited benchmarks for how effectively they combat crime. Lawmakers reference clearance rates in hearings, mayors cite them during police budget debates, and community members often use them to judge how well their local department is functioning. But the figures can be confusing — and in some c...
How to reduce holiday financial stress The holiday season is often marketed as the happiest time of the year. Yet for many people, the holidays come with a significant amount of financial stress. From buying gifts and hosting celebrations to managing other seasonal expenses, like car registration and property taxes, the pressure to spend can feel overwhelming. For those already dealing with challenges like job loss, debt, or unexpected expenses, this time of year can magnify...
How Stranger Things fans can keep their power on when reality gets weird For five seasons, Stranger Things has captivated audiences with its tale of a small Indiana town besieged by otherworldly threats. An entire parallel dimension, the Upside Down, exists beneath Hawkins, connected by sprawling tunnel systems that spread like veins under the town. As fans await Season 5’s conclusion, there’s a very real story behind those flickering lights and mysterious energy eme...
How to DIY a holiday card photoshoot Hiring a professional photographer is a great idea for holiday cards, but sometimes it can be costly and time-consuming to coordinate. For an easier and faster approach, consider doing a holiday photoshoot yourself — it can be a more personal and memorable experience. Grand Canyon Gas Logs shares tips on how to plan a DIY holiday photoshoot for holiday cards. Coordinate outfits Choose a style that appropriately represents your family. F...
1 ways to accelerate cash flow in December without disrupting customer relationships December is one of the most financially strained months for businesses when it comes to cash flow. Year-end project surges, holiday closures, and fiscal budgeting cycles can create long wait times between delivering work and receiving payment. Many companies might feel stuck between needing cash flow immediately and not wanting their customers to feel alienated by aggressive tactics....
The 20 cheapest places in the Northern Hemisphere to ski this winter As snowflakes start to settle on mountain peaks, ski enthusiasts eagerly anticipate another season of powdery trails, cozy lodges, and the thrill of the descent. Yet, in recent years, the allure of skiing has been shadowed by an undeniable reality: The rising cost of hitting the slopes in the United States and Canada. Looking at the top three ski resorts in the U.S. and Canada, you can expect to spend an...
How AI rocketships redefine finance with automation How do finance teams at AI-led companies leverage automation today to operate at unprecedented speed? During an OnRamp San Francisco panel, leaders from AI companies, Cursor and Notion, and industry leaders, Airbnb and Poshmark, joined Ramp’s Megan Lin Gibbons to share the strategies they’re deploying to optimize productivity and hiring. AI is your newest analyst — manage it like one With AI technology advancing at break...
How Google organized opposition to a California privacy proposal In April, Rhode Island resident Navah Hopkins received a plea for her help to defeat legislation thousands of miles away in California. The ask came from Google, maker of the world’s most used web browser, Chrome. The tech giant sent a message to an email list that Hopkins and other small business owners were subscribed to. Google’s request: To sign a petition opposing Assembly Bill 566, which would require bro...
A mental health guide to holiday shopping As soon as the leftover turkey is put away, the holiday retail machine roars to life. From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, inboxes flood, and our dopamine circuits light up like the sales banners that promise “once-a-year deals.” This shopping weekend has become the unofficial kickoff to a season of stress: one that profits off emotional and psychological urgency. To help provide some expert guidance on how to navigate the sta...
SANTA MONICA - When the curtain rises on Westside Ballet's 52nd annual Nutcracker this Thanksgiving weekend, audiences will witness something increasingly rare in American ballet: a true community production elevated to world-class standards. New York City Ballet principals Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia return as Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier for the November 29-30 performances at The Broad Stage, followed by Los Angeles Ballet company dancer Rony Baseman and Ashley Chung fro...
