Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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A man in a disguise claiming to be the lover of Orlando gunman Omar Mateen said the June 12 massacre at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida was motivated by revenge, not radical Islam. In an interview with Univision, the man said Mateen was "100 percent gay" and that the two had carried on a "friends with benefits" relationship after meeting last year through a gay dating app. He said he had reported his relationship with Mateen to the FBI and had been interviewed several time...
The women in Westside are worse than the men when it comes to forgetting anniversaries, according to new findings from Laguna Pearl. The LA-based pearl specialist conducted a survey asking 1,000 people about their anniversary habits, discovering who the worst culprits were for forgetfulness. Unlike most areas in LA, more women than men in Westside confessed to having forgotten an anniversary before: 29% have been guilty of this, compared to 24% of men. Westside's men have...
LOS ANGELES (June 21, 2016) – Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, a breezy beachfront hideaway, is located steps from the sand of one of California's most celebrated beaches. Situated directly across from the Santa Monica Pier and within walking distance of all of the area's attractions, the hotel is the perfect place to call home base for families looking for an authentic Southern California vacation experience. The fun begins at check-in where guests will receive a welcome ameni...
Shark Tank-Style Startup Challenge Launches at LinkedIn H.Q., June 14th People's-Choice Vote Runs June 14-20 at TheAudienceAwards.com MISSOULA, Mont -- The Audience Awards (AudAwards), an innovative, online, video contest platform, will host a competition as part of the third annual Women Who Tech's Women Startup Challenge, one of the tech world's largest initiatives to bring together and support promising, early-stage, women-led start-ups. Ten finalists (full list, page 2), s...
The Santa Monica College Fashion Program proudly presents its annual student fashion show – LA MODE 2016 – at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 16 in Barnum Hall at Santa Monica High School (600 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica; see www.barnumhall.org for parking information). Pre-judging and an Industry VIP/Student Mixer will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The show's eclectic mix of casual, cocktail, club, and creative styles will feature 13 collections, each reflecting the des...
DIY darling HOW2GIRL Courtney Sixx proudly gives first time sneak peak to her stunning studio which she created, designed and literally built on the grounds of her home which she shares with rock legend Nikki Sixx formerly of iconic Motley Crue and now on tour with his new chart topping rock band, Sixx:a.m. When not modelling for major magazines, busy raising funds for the cancer charity www.brightpink.org or walking red carpets at leading Hollywood A list events, Courtney...
In another skirmish in the conflict between religious and gay rights, the Southern Baptist Convention passed a resolution supporting natural marriage this week. Citing verses from the bible, the SBC Resolutions Committee created a document stating, in part, "Any law that directly contradicts natural law and biblical truth is an unjust law." The traditionalist Christian group did not go so far as to advocate violating US law, but did respectfully disagree with the 2015...
To beachfront Kona Kai Resort & Spa – a Noble House Resort located on San Diego's historic Shelter Island – is offering a package for locals and nearby visitors. The Drive Kona Kai Summer Package is an incredible deal for San Diego locals to partake on a luxurious staycation, or for L.A. and Southern California residents traveling by car to embark on a perfect beach getaway weekend. The benefits included in the Drive Kona Kai Summer Package are listed below: · Guaranteed best...
SANTA MONICA (June 14, 2016) – Today, Flower Child – the healthy, happy, fast-casual restaurant by Sam Fox– has opened its doors in Santa Monica. Inspired by the fundamental desire to deliver healthy food for a happy world, the new restaurant offers conveniently nutritious food in a setting reminiscent of a modern bohemian abode. Flower Child is the third restaurant brand by restaurateur Sam Fox to open in California, joining the wildly successful True Food Kitchen and North...
Bubbles, a pilot whale captured off the coast of California and trained to perform in Marineland and later Seaworld for over 30 years, died around age 50 Thursday. Since her species is thought to live to about age 60, it is not certain that she died before her time. Nevertheless, activists are rightfully taking this opportunity to bring up concerns about the whole Delphinidae family, as well as other intelligent marine creatures, harbored in artificial environments. While...
As the school year winds down, so do the hectic days of getting the kids dressed, getting lunches made and rushing out the door to make it before the first bell rings. Summer vacation gives parents and kids a respite from the demanding daily schedule. Oftentimes kids associate the end of the school year with the beginning of a long, lazy summer of sleeping in, swimming and X-Box competitions. As a result, parents may dread the thought of having kids at home 24/7 and not...
A letter read by the victim before sentencing has grabbed the nation's attention and garnered millions of hits. Don't misunderstand me. Rape is a serious, heinous crime that has effects lasting a lifetime. But a reading of the facts stated by the victim indicates to me, as a former criminal defense attorney, that this was a tough case for the prosecution, and she's lucky that the jury convicted Brock Allan Turner at all. So here's my legal analysis: Turner, 18, met the 22 year...
• Representing Mexico, the Minister of Health participated in the High Level United Nations Meeting on HIV / AIDS 2016 • He was one of 17 speakers of the Assembly, which is attended by representatives of about 130 countries The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is not a problem in some regions of the world, it is a matter of all countries and demands to build inclusive societies where people have the same rights, said the Mexico´s Health Minister, Jose Narro Robles in the Hig...
Former OC Housewife Gretchen Rossi has collaborated with fashion powerhouse brand GRAYSE to create a stunning collection of designer purses which will also raise awareness and funds for the American Heart Association. Marie and Kelly Gray are the designers and founders of the luxury brand and have a major influence on the fashion industry having founded the renown fashion brand St. John. The new collaboration has already been met with 100% positive reviews from leading...
Sherman Oaks, California – June 7, 2016 – It was an achievement for all parents of a young adult with autism when 21-year-old Noah Schneider stepped up on the stage Sunday afternoon to receive his diploma from Exceptional Minds, a vocational school for young adults on the autism spectrum. Noah is one of ten in the Exceptional Minds graduating class of 2016 and the inspiration for the vocational school, which was co-founded by his mom and other parents to help prepare the...
An article republished in the Wall Street Journal from 2014 by Dr. Paul R. McHugh regarding transgenderism has sparked an Internet wave of both support and opposition. McHugh is a former psychiatrist-in-chief for Johns Hopkins and studied transgenderism for 40 years. In his article and his book, The Mind has Mountains: Reflections on Society and Psychiatry, Dr. McHugh basically asserts that the current politically-correct indulgence of individuals claiming to be transgender...
Every year, in a tradition dating back to 1987, the California State Senate celebrates Women's History Month by recognizing remarkable women throughout the state who make a positive difference in their communities. On Friday, May 27th, more than 200 community members joined Senator Ben Allen (D – Santa Monica) at the historic Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club as he honored Amy Ziering as this year's Senate District 26 Woman of the Year. "I congratulate Ms. Ziering on this honor w...
Santa Monica resident Lauren Mills created the popular www.SoCoolKids.Com brand out of her home after being Influenced by a close-up photograph she snapped of her young son while sharing a late summer afternoon lunch at the beach. Dampened by the ocean, his wet hair brushed from his face, the fresh image resembled an advertisement for skin and hair care! For months, she began noticing children's ads and marketing; and she wondered why they all seemed either animated or graphic...
The Founding Chapter of the Worldwide Cancer Support Community, The Benjamin Center of West Los Angeles, is proud to present Amy's Power Wig Workshop© by Amy Gibson on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. Celebrating its 10 year anniversary, Amy's Power Wig Workshop©, has been helping women learn the tools and find the confidence necessary to move through the hair loss process with greater grace and ease at a most vulnerable time, while discovering the fabulous world of wigs. As...
World renowned Aviator, Adventurer and International Speaker Tracey Curtis-Taylor is scheduled to arrive at Santa Monica Airport on the afternoon of Sunday May 8th, completing the sixth leg of her biplane flight to the east coast. During her short visit to Santa Monica and Los Angeles, Tracey will meet with members of the press and public and talk about what inspired her to plan and execute an around the world flight in a vintage Boeing Stearman biplane. Retracing the aerial...
Do Good Bus and Big Sunday joined forces on Valentine's Day to SPREAD THE LOVE (literally!) throughout the city. Big Sunday kicked off the Holiday by opening their doors to bus loads of volunteers who spent their morning hand- making Valentine's Day cards, candy-filled goodie bags, and the most thoughtful papier-mache flower bouquets that were sure to put a smile on even Scrooge's face. Do Good Bus, carrying 30+ volunteers of all ages, arrived shortly after the event began...
Call it the vintage Comic Con! Last weekend saw thousands of SoCal residents flock to Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend, a three day festival of music, cars, and dancing is held annually at the Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Now in its nineteenth year, this festival of hepcat fun has grown to be the largest event of its type anywhere in the world. From polka dotted bikinis to greased back hair, pinup/rockabilly style is noteworthy for having shaped popular...
Scottish leading actress Erin Gavin was seen in full Marilyn Monroe getup as she posed for a photo shoot at The Starving Artists Project in Beverly Hills. Founded by renown photographer and philanthropist Michael Bezjian, the SAP supports up and coming artists who struggle to pay for new head shots etc. The SAP provides everything from hair, makeup, styling and has a stable of extremely talented photographers. major celebrities also drop by to support the creative charity...
Any one who has had the privilege of enjoying a night at The Granada Theater and listening to the renown Santa Barbara Symphony knows that it is night to cherish for always. Under the skilled, incredible guidance of Israeli born conductor Nir Kabaretti, who has celebrated his ten year milestone with the symphony, the evening's performance garnered three deserved standing ovations. Award winning prodigy Chinese-Canadian born A. Timothy Chooi literally had audience members on...
My wife finally made me drag that rug in our storage pile downstairs to a rug store. I took it from a client in exchange for $1000 in services about 20 years ago. It's a nice rug, I thought. But it's been, well, lying around ever since. With reluctance and a last yell from the wife, I threw the old rug into the backseat of an Acura, then sped off to Ruben's Rug Gallery & Jewelry. "Hand Wash Carpet & Repair Old & New Silver Handicrafts," says Ruben Saidan's card. Saidian really...
