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  • Otto Warmbier Has Died, His Family Announces, After Returning Last Week in a Coma from DPRK

    Samuel Alioto, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jun 19, 2017

    Update: Lunken Airport Manager confirms Otto Warmbier will arrive at Lunken around 10pm, he will then be transported to UC Medical Center. @WLWT pic.twitter.com/mUQHm6hjg… The North Korean government has finally released Otto Warmbier, 22, the University of Virginia college student who was detained for stealing a banner out of the balcony of his Pyongyang hotel room. The bad news is, he's been in a coma for 16 months after contracting botulism. Meanwhile, Warmbier's parents t...

  • Upset Hindus urge Los Angeles online retailer to withdraw Lord Ganesha socks

    Observer Staff|Updated Jun 19, 2017

    He is the Lord of Plenty, but apparently, that is not enough. Upset Hindus are urging Chatsworth online retailer "Hipster's Wonderland" for immediate withdrawal of socks carrying images of Hindu deity Lord Ganesha; calling it highly inappropriate. Ganesh (also spelled Ganesa or Ganesha and known as Ganapati, Vinayaka and Pillaiyar) is the Lord of Good Fortune who provides prosperity, fortune and success. He is the Lord of Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles of both...

  • LA Zoo Looking For a Few Good Men and Women. Docent Meeting on July 15, 2017

    Laura Stegman, LA Zoo|Updated Jun 19, 2017

    Do you love animals? Working with children? Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity? Check out the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association's (GLAZA) Docent training program at an information meeting on Saturday, July 15, 2017, 10 am to noon, at the Los Angeles Zoo's Witherbee Auditorium. Docents serve as volunteer teachers, sharing their knowledge of the Zoo and its flora and fauna with adults and children through touring, educational activities, educational...

  • Dubai Beauty World Demonstrates the Latest in High Tech Health and Beauty

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jun 11, 2017

    The much anticipated Beautyworld ME took place at the Dubai Convention Center 2 weeks ago. Touted as the second largest beauty tradeshow in the world, and the largest in the Middle East region, it did not disappoint. A truly unprecedented and record-breaking success, the 22nd edition of Beautyworld Middle East delivered attractive opportunities, incredible insights, and a fascinating glimpse into the future of the beauty and wellness industry. The show welcomed over 42,000...

  • In Santa Monica: Museum of Flying Announces Summer Hours

    Zane|Updated Jun 11, 2017

    The Museum of Flying is pleased to announce that its Summer Schedule begins this week as the Museum will be open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with last admission at 4:30 p.m. The Museum features nearly two dozen different aircraft, ranging from a Wright flyer replica (the first aircraft to achieve controlled powered flight) to aircraft from the jet age, including a North American F-86 Sabrejet (America's first fighter jet to engage in...

  • LA Event: Mixed-Race and Multiracial Americans Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Interracial Marriage

    Zane|Updated Jun 11, 2017

    The Mixed Remixed Festival, the largest nationwide gathering of mixed-race and multiracial families and people, will take place at the Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown Los Angeles (514 S. Spring Street), Saturday, June 10, 2017. The Festival celebrates stories of multiracial Americans and families, the fastest growing demographic in the U.S. This year the Festival--now in its fourth year--celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Loving v. Virginia, the Supreme Court decision...

  • Yoga in America Study Reveals Growth and Benefits of the Practice

    Zane|Updated Jun 11, 2017

    The newly released 2016 Yoga in America Study Conducted by Yoga Journal and Yoga Alliance shows that the number of US yoga practitioners has increased to more than 36 million, up from 20.4 million in 2012, while annual practitioner spending on yoga classes, clothing, equipment, and accessories rose to $16 billion, up from $10 billion over the past four years. Survey data for this comprehensive study of the consumer yoga market was collected by Ipsos Public Affairs on behalf...

  • Interview with a Hairstylist: Beautyworld MiddleEast in Dubai, 2017

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jun 8, 2017

    Preity: Namaste Guy! So lovely to meet you!. I just overheard your prior interview. You believe in Destiny and in Fate? You mentioned you don't follow any set path in your life and intuitively follow the divine flow? Did you ever think you would be here in Dubai of all places? Guy: I feel that in life so many people plan so much but you don't know where life takes you. You plan to go in this direction but something happens which will move you to another one, so I don't plan...

  • Vegas Uncork'd, an Epicurean Whirlwind and a Wall of Donuts

    Kat Thomas, Edible Skinny|Updated Jun 6, 2017

    "I don't know how many Michelin stars are on stage, but it's a lot." --Andrew Knowlton, Deputy Editor Bon Appétit A few weeks ago Edible Skinny was lucky enough to enjoy the foodie high life at the 11th Annual Vegas Uncork'd, a four day long food extravaganza held by Bon Appétit. Vegas Uncork'd is the premier culinary and wine event in Las Vegas, offering exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences with celebrity chefs. The weekend was quite the epicurean whirlwind full of high l...

  • Let love bloom: new survey reveals the 10 most romantic flowers

    Zoe Coetzee, EliteSingles|Updated Jun 6, 2017

    A survey sponsored premium dating site EliteSingles, asked 1300 people for their opinions on the most romantic flowers. While, somewhat predictably, red roses were voted into the #1 spot, the rest of the top 10 was a diverse bouquet of blooms, containing everything from tulips to lilacs to daisies: The top 10 most romantic flowers of all time Red roses Roses of other colors (e.g pink or yellow) Orchids Tulips Lilies Wildflowers Carnations Peonies Daisies Lilacs According to...

  • Kiwanis Club Youth Scholarship Awards Program Announced

    Updated Jun 6, 2017

    The annual music and high school achievement scholarship ceremonies will be held next week in Santa Monica. These events are open to the public. The Music Scholarship Awards and Performances are on Wednesday, May 31 at 5PM, and the High School Scholarship Awards are on Thursday, June 1 from 6PM. Refreshments will be served. Each year the Kiwanis Club of Santa Monica distributes over $40,000 in scholarships to area high school students and Santa Monica College students for...

  • 73% of Americans Have Financial Regrets. Lack of Retirement Savings is #1

    Zane|Updated Jun 1, 2017

    Nearly 3-in-4 U.S. adults have financial regrets, according to a new Bankrate.com report. The most common is not saving for retirement early enough, followed by not saving enough for emergency expenses and taking on too much credit card debt. Taking on too much student loan debt is fourth overall, however, it tops the list among older millennials (27-36 year-olds). Fifth overall is not saving enough for your children's education and sixth is buying more house than you could...

  • Visit Morro Bay mid-week this May and June

    Zane|Updated May 30, 2017

    The quaint seaside town of Morro Bay, CA invites travelers to enjoy the many benefits of visiting mid-week this May and June! Avoid the crowds, enjoy the food and wine in over 80 restaurants and take your time shopping at all the unique boutiques. Life in this small beach town is reminiscent of how California beach towns used to be: charming, relaxed, fun, quirky, yet filled with surfing, sailing, fishing, golfing, and kayaking. There's so much to see and do in this bustling...

  • King of Holland Has a Part Time Job: Airline Pilot on Dutch KLM Airlines

    Sarah Storkin, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 27, 2017

    What's a bored king of the Pays Bas do on his off hours? Sneak out of the palace to fly jumbo jets, it turns out. The kind with passengers. King Willem-Alexander was born in Utrecht and is the oldest child of Beatrix of the Netherlands and German diplomat Claus van Amsberg, says Wikipedia. "Most people don't listen to the announcements) anyway," he told the Guardian Newspaper, when asked if he is recognized. He doesn't give his true name. The King, who turned 50 last week,...

  • Montana Avenue Sidewalk Sale Welcomes Masses Of Shoppers In The Santa Monica Sunshine

    Christine Peake, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 27, 2017

    Not even the 81 degree heat could stop shoppers from enjoying the Annual Montana Avenue Sidewalk Sale on Saturday. The Avenue was packed with families snapping up great bargains and gifts from their favorite stores and designers. Families enjoyed ice cream treats, complimentary drinks, deserts, sushi rolls and even doggy treats were on hand as the shoppers browsed to the sound of the Montana Avenue drum circle. Freebird ride App were also on hand to support by providing...

  • Doma Kitchen to Offer New Internationally Inspired Cuisine

    Vildana Hajric, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 23, 2017

    Doma Kitchen, the internationally inspired restaurant known for its home-cooked fare, recently relocated to Marina del Rey after owner Angie Corrente found she could no longer keep up with the high demand at her previous Manhattan Beach location. The restaurant has continued to grow, with plans to offer breakfast items starting in June, along with specialized menus and events for upcoming holidays. The expanded offerings are no surprise; Doma boasts near-perfect online...

  • Viva Las Vegas Music Festival Will Put a Tiger In Your Tank.

    Kat Thomas, Edible Skinny|Updated May 21, 2017

    Edible Skinny was cruzin' last month when we attended Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend, the world's largest rockabilly event at the Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas over Easter weekend! For those needing the skinny, rockabilly is one of the earliest styles of rock and roll music, dating back to the early 1950s in the United States. As genre it blends the sound of Western musical styles such as country with that of rhythm and blues, leading to what is considered...

  • Ten Things that Often Happen in Sitcoms but Never Happen in Real Life

    Rebecca James, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 18, 2017

    1. Everyone in the gang tries out for a community theater production. The most vain character doesn't get the leading role. Petty jealously and bickering lead to a disastrous performance. 2. A friendly poker games or weekend trip to the casino revives someone's previously undisclosed gambling addiction. They lose tons of money before their friends realize what's going on and stage an intervention. 3. An unexpected visitor or event leads residents to sleep in one another's...

  • Is America Ready for Animated Sex?

    Zane|Updated May 18, 2017

    If you grew up watching Wile E. Coyote being blown up, or Tom beat up Jerry, you'll notice that there has been a long history of violent animation – much of it aimed at young children. Older viewers can't escape the never-ending supply of sex and violence in live-action shows like Game of Thrones, Versailles, or Girls. "When you combine the two and make adult themed cartoons people suddenly seem to question it. Did that guy just get stabbed? Whoa, is that animated sex? It's c...

  • What's a Nice Robot Girl Like You, Shooting In A Place Like This?

    Ron Irwin, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 15, 2017

    Robot inspires. This is an amazing tale of true passion, deep love and a rare ability to overcome some typically devastating adversity and emerge a real winner. This my friends is inspiration at its very best so if you would like more happiness and success in your life please read on. Ever notice that the images you see on the cover of Glamour Magazine or any similar publication dedicated to beauty and fashion look nothing like those images in your selfie collection? There...

  • The Wackiest Pet Names of 2017: We Like Empress Tzu Tzu and Colonel Mustache

    Zane|Updated May 15, 2017

    The votes have been tallied and the results are in – Dunkin Butterbeans nosed out Farrah Pawcett and Fiona Penny Pickles in the dog division, while Little Booty Ham Sandwich purred past Obi Wan Catnobi and Winston Purrchill in the cat category to earn the distinction of the Wackiest Pet Names of 2017. Each year, Nationwide, the nation's first and largest provider of pet health insurance, recognizes the most clever, creative and quirky pet names across the nation. After a t...

  • Hollywood Stars Set to Shine at Dubai's largest Beauty Show and Trade Fair

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 15, 2017

    The Beautyworld Middle East is the region's largest international trade fair for beauty products, hair, fragrances and wellbeing. The annual showcase has built a reputation of attracting the largest brands and the biggest names in the professional beauty business. Now in it's 22nd year, Beautyworld Middle East will take place from 14 - 16 May 2017 in Dubai, UAE. This year, the show is expected to welcome over 37,000 visitors from 131 countries and featured over 1,500...

  • Risky Business Theme Highlights Importance of Knowing When Behaviors and Habits Can Be Unhealthy

    Zoe Muntaner, Compassionate Santa Monica|Updated May 14, 2017

    Santa Monica, CA May 8, 2017-When you or someone you love is dealing with a mental health concern, sometimes it's a lot to handle. It's important to remember that mental health is essential to everyone's overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. Yet, people experience symptoms of mental illnesses differently-and some engage in potentially dangerous or risky behaviors to avoid or cover up symptoms of a potential mental health problem. That...

  • Winchester Mystery House, Hyatt Carmel Highlands, and the Pacific's Edge Restaurant

    Kat Thomas|Updated May 10, 2017

    Edible Skinny loves a road trip like nobody's fool so last month were delighted to hop in our ride towards the Bay area! There we explored Mysterious Mansions, dined on extravagant (and veggie friendly) tasting menus and at a hotel that has one of the most breathtaking views this country has to offer! The Winchester Mystery House Our first stop was something for our inner Nancy Drew had been dying to do for years: a tour of the world famous Winchester Mystery House in San Jose...

  • PAWrometer Survey Uncovers Pet-Related Benefits Are Increasing In Popularity Among U.S. Workplaces

    Zane|Updated Apr 29, 2017

    It's no mystery Americans love their furry friends and increasingly consider pets family members. Banfield Pet Hospital set out to better understand the prevalence, impact and perceptions of pet-friendly workplaces and other pet-related policies in its second annual PAWrometer survey. Spoiler alert: While policies permitting pets in the workplace remain highly favorable for employees, other pet-related benefits like paid pet bereavement leave, general pet-related paid time...

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