Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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If you've been to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park before, you already know it's built around big, sweeping savanna views. But the Park's newest addition, Elephant Valley, takes that idea and turns it into something families won't be able to stop talking about: a chance to watch African elephants for hours, up close, from multiple vantage points. And the best seat in the house can be from your table at a restaurant that puts you right at the edge of their watering hole. We...
SANTA ANA, Calif. - Mahender Makhijani, a 44-year-old Corona del Mar financier and real estate investor, was arrested on June 10, 2026, on a federal criminal complaint charging him with bank fraud. Prosecutors allege he defrauded a federally insured bank out of nearly $100 million by falsifying title insurance documents to inflate the value of collateral. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Central District of California and an accompanying affidavit, Makhijani...
We were leaving in the morning. Finally. Which meant I needed sleep. One problem though: my room had been claimed by a tyrant, a hostile invader who would stop at nothing to terrorize what was left of my night, playing on the ancient instincts so deeply entwined in my nervous system I couldn't possibly ignore it. The trouble had begun earlier that day, in the rush to get ready for a long-awaited trip to Crestline with my boyfriend. Sure, it's the middle of nowhere, but that's...
The first thing I noticed wasn't your typical hotel room, it was a large "living" room. We checked into the brand-new Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley expecting a standard hotel suite, and instead found ourselves standing on the top floor of the hotel in a fully private, but shareable space with a living room, a dining table, and a full kitchen. Four separate bedroom doors could branch off it, each with its own bed/bathroom configuration, and one main door out in...
We were leaving in the morning. Finally. Which meant I needed sleep. One problem though: my room had been claimed by a tyrant, a hostile invader who would stop at nothing to terrorize what was left of my night, playing on the ancient instincts so deeply entwined in my nervous system I couldn't possibly ignore it. The trouble had begun earlier that day, in the rush to get ready for a long-awaited trip to Crestline with my boyfriend. Sure, it's the middle of nowhere, but that's...
Japanese animation, affectionately called "Anime," is unique. With good reason, parents and grandparents (as well as friends and siblings) from around the world have noticed the passion around anime and wondered what they were missing. In recent years the phenomenon, like video games and superhero comics, has breached containment in "nerdy" subcultures and gone mainstream. In a panel by a market research firm "fanserveUS" led by CEO John McCallum at Anime Expo in Los Angeles,...
Are you a mysterious mermaid? Or more of a sassy seagull? Find out with this fun listicle (did someone say popsicle?) matching up your favorite frozen treat with the spirit creature you likely have inside, ready to shine as soon as the brain freeze wears off. Mint Chip – Surfing Frenchie. You're cool as a cucumber (or a mint leaf) and you don't care who knows it. You also don't care that you're not allowed to have chocolate. All you care about is the waves, dude. You might be...
Updated Story – July 4, 2026Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk posted a nearly five-minute video montage on X early on July 4, 2026, celebrating America's 250th Independence Day (the semiquincentennial). The post has drawn massive engagement throughout the holiday.The video is a fast-paced, cinematic montage that blends:Archival historical footage, prominently featuring former President John F. Kennedy Iconic scenes from the Back to the Future films (including time-portal effects, t...
Dafne Marilù Amalia Nesti is an Italian-born, naturalized American artist whose life took an unexpected turn after returning to Italy following years spent in California. What was originally meant to be a temporary stay slowly evolved into something entirely different: a journey into Roman historical reenactment, martial arts, and independent publishing. Today, Dafne is not only an artist and author, but also a Roman legionary reenactor known within the reenactment world by he...
Leakey, Texas - A young reticulated giraffe named Gracie, who captivated the internet after escaping from a private ranch in the Texas Hill Country, has been found safe and healthy. Gracie wandered off Cedar Hollow Ranch near Leakey around June 12, slipping through or around fencing into rugged, unfenced terrain on the expansive property. Despite her towering 10- to 11-foot height, the dense brush, canyons, and vast private lands of Real County made her remarkably hard to...
İzmir, Turkey - In a moment that blended high art with everyday charm, a ginger cat wandered onto the stage during the tragic finale of a *Romeo and Juliet* ballet, delighting audiences and quickly going viral. The incident occurred on June 10, 2026, at the Aşık Veysel (or Bornova) Open-Air Theater in İzmir during a performance by the Imperial Russian Ballet Company. As the ballet reached its poignant climax - with Romeo lying motionless after taking poison and Juliet mou...
Short runways at commercial airports demand precise piloting, weight restrictions on aircraft, and careful performance calculations, especially in hot weather, high density altitude, or with tailwinds. Only airports with scheduled passenger service from major carriers (or their regional affiliates) are considered here. Runway lengths refer to the longest or primary commercial runway(s). 1. Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH / HXD), South Carolina – 5,000 feet This holds the t...
SANTA MONICA - Pops Bagels has officially opened its new location on Montana Avenue, becoming the third bagel shop on the popular Westside shopping corridor and further solidifying the street's reputation as a bagel hotspot. The shop at 912 Montana Avenue joins H&H Bagels and Sam's Bagels on the same stretch, creating a convenient cluster for bagel enthusiasts. Like Sam's Bagels, which previously relocated within Santa Monica, Pops has moved from its original Brentwood...
From the witty '90s classics that defined a generation to early-2000s gems that still deliver butterflies, here are 15 delightful romantic comedies released between 1995 and 2015 that are currently (or recently) streaming on Netflix or available on YouTube. Perfect for solo viewing, couples' nights, or girls' wine-and-watch parties in Santa Monica. The Must-Watch ListClueless (1995) Alicia Silverstone's Cher Horowitz navigates Beverly Hills high school life and her own love...
A cinematic collection of love, loss, and the moments that change everything. With Gonna Take You Home Tonight, singer-songwriter Jacquelyn delivers a deeply evocative and emotionally resonant body of work that traces the arc of a life fully felt moving through themes of love, longing, heartbreak, memory, and renewal, each song unfolds like a scene-intimate, vivid, and unafraid to linger in the moments most people try to escape. Written over time, the album captures both the...
We all prize self-reflection, moral complexity, and the hard-won wisdom that emerges from genuine human connection. We turn to novels for empathy, to ethics for guidance through gray areas, and to conversation for the friction that refines our character. Yet many of us now consult large language models for advice on breakups, workplace tensions, or family rifts. A compelling new study in Science suggests this habit carries a subtle cost: the very tools promising understanding...
Dakota Nelson is eight years old, a second-grader at Franklin Elementary, and she has very clear opinions about her ballet teacher. "Mr. Mitchell says 'legs like steel,'" she reports, "and 'if I see your feet in fifth position I'll cut them off and make toe soup.' Why they stick in my head is because it's really funny. It's (better) to remember something if it's funny." This spring, Dakota will dance in a newly choreographed ballet My Favourite Things at the Broad on May 29,...
Santa Monica Observer GLENDALE, Ariz. — A satirical story about a woman allegedly impersonating a Costco sample employee to hand out homemade meatballs has gone viral on social media, delighting readers with its over-the-top details while raising questions about fact versus internet humor. According to the widely shared tale, 31-year-old Sienna Halverson reportedly spent nearly four hours at a Glendale Costco Wholesale store last weekend, setting up a folding table next to t...
The legendary Spago Beverly Hills served as the backdrop for an extraordinary gathering of Hollywood royalty this week, as celebrated producer Brian Cooney hosted an intimate birthday soirée. The event brought together a distinguished group of award-winning actresses, including Donna Mills, Michele Lee, Lainie Kazan, and BarBara Luna, along with world-renowned designer Margaret Rowe, for an evening celebrating cinema, television, and timeless style. The evening's guest list fe...
PRIMM, Nev. - In a stark illustration of the challenges facing roadside gaming destinations in the post-pandemic era, the Primadonna Company has announced the permanent closure of its remaining casino operations in Primm, effective July 4, 2026. The decision encompasses Primm Valley Resort & Casino, along with the already largely shuttered Buffalo Bill's Resort & Casino and Whiskey Pete's Hotel & Casino, as well as associated facilities including Primm Center and the Flying J...
In the sun-drenched enclaves of Santa Monica and Malibu, where wellness routines, career ambitions, and personal reinvention define the rhythm of life, certain patterns in dating and relationships persist with remarkable consistency. Leonardo DiCaprio's well-publicized romantic history-pairing with women who remain steadfastly in their early-to-mid twenties as he enters his fifties-serves as cultural shorthand for a broader phenomenon. While easily mocked in tabloids or on soc...
As a woman who's scrolled through one too many perfectly filtered feeds, let me tell you: Sydney Sweeney feels like a breath of fresh, unapologetic air. She's not just turning heads-she's reminding us that confidence, curves, and killer talent can coexist beautifully in 2026. While we're all chasing that elusive balance of strength and softness, Sydney is out here living it on screen and off, and honestly? It's inspiring.Sydney burst onto our radars with her raw, vulnerable...
April 2026, SANTA MONICA - In a city known for its sun-kissed beaches, wellness culture, and progressive attitudes, a quiet shift is happening in the dating scene. Walk along the Third Street Promenade or grab a matcha at any local café, and you'll notice it: more men openly admitting they swipe left on profiles featuring prominent tattoos. While tattoos have become mainstream - especially among younger women in Los Angeles County - a growing number of men are treating...
A Santa Monica singer is using her new song to highlight a loneliness epidemic in our city. Racquelle Vox, who was born and raised here, wrote "Lonely Hearts Aisle" while walking through the community and reflecting on the isolation she saw and felt. Loneliness is recognized as a significant issue in Santa Monica where busy lifestyles, high rents, a car-centric culture, and many individuals working remotely from home are cited as contributors to feelings of isolation even...
There's an immediate language shift the moment the golden invitation arrives. Ordinary phrases like "fashion show" or "party" suddenly feel inadequate. The words that rise effortlessly are "couture," "private," "invitation-only," "Beverly Hills." That is the essence of SPARKL Palace: The Couture Luxury Experience, the landmark event where Sparkl Couture officially establishes itself as the couture fashion house of Beverly Hills. The Historic Date and Venue On May 30, 2026,...
