Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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Some people call it the "The Manhattan of Antarctica." By far the largest of 100 or so bases in Antarctica, is McMurdo Station at McMurdo Sound. Located at the furthest latitude South that a ship can sail in the Antarctic summer, the 75 year old American base is the situs of important research. It is also a logistical facility that supports South Pole Station and other bases. In a locked glass cabinet in the Station Master's office is the only firearm for 2,000 miles, a 12...
In the heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country and surrounded by 63 acres of beautifully tended vines, you'll find family-owned South Coast Winery Resort and Spa. Bask in an idyllic setting and experience Southern California's wine country for a peaceful sojourn. Delight in an unforgettable wine-tasting occasion. Bring the kids (and dog), stay for the weekend, and immerse yourself in a complete wine country adventure. Temecula Valley is the inland oasis to enjoy when looking...
SACRAMENTO - Building upon the success of California's first-in-the-nation earthquake alert system, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced new functionality within the MyShake app to better serve Californians and keep surrounding communities safe. HomeBase Update The MyShake app, funded by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and developed by the UC Berkeley Seismology Lab, has launched its newest enhancement called HomeBase. It allows users to set...
The Under Doge, a woman who lives in Atlanta, GA, claims to have seen Sasquatch waiting in line to buy beef jerky at BJ's Market. The crypto creature did not actually speak to anyone. But who speaks to anyone in line anymore? "People go their whole lives looking for the big guy in the woods when all they had to do was get a bjs membership! Who knew?" reported the Under Doge. She has 28,000 followers, and the tweet has 221 likes. Was he wearing a mask? Did he have proof of...
Ask Rusty – Will I Have Any Social Security Benefits? Dear Rusty: I'm 60 years of age and wonder if I will have any Social Security retirement benefits. After all, I did purchase them. Signed: Uncertain Dear Uncertain: Your eligibility for Social Security benefits depends upon your lifetime earnings history from work, from which Social Security FICA taxes were withheld. If you have worked, contributed to SS while working, and have earned at least 40 "quarters" of credit, y...
A disproportionate number of big dogs are among the thousands of healthy, adoptable dogs that don't make it out of California's animal shelters each year, simply because they don't have a safe place to call home. That's why the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) and Best Friends Animal Society are teaming up for the "Live Large – Adopt a Big Dog" campaign now through January 31st to rally residents to step up to adopt or foster dogs 35 lbs. or m...
Ask Rusty – Is My Analysis of my Wife's Social Security Correct? Dear Rusty: I am 63 and my wife is exactly 4 ½ years younger than me to the day. I plan to file for Social Security when I turn 70. My earnings history is considerably higher than my wife's. I talked with a person at the local Social Security office, and she suggested that my wife file at 62 based on her own record then convert to her spousal benefit when I file at age 70. However, from what I can tell, if...
On Wednesday evening January 19, 2022, the gorgeous model Kaia Gerber dazzled the Red Carpet with her beauty at The LA Art Show Opening Night Premiere Party at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Cindy Crawford's daughter Kaia Gerber was the host for the event which benefits the St Jude's Children's Research Hospital .St Jude's Research Hospital is a world leader in treating and defeating childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Their mission is finding cures and...
"Imagination is more important than knowledge," one of Albert Einstein's prolific quotes, resounds through the ethers with trembling ominousness. As western culture continues exponentiating artificial intelligence, civilians are unconsciously consenting in allowing their intuitions and imaginations to enter the foreboding threat of moving from endangered to extinct. Imagination is one of the most blessed treasures gifted to humanity, and there currently is a war upon it. What...
In the mid 90s I got a call from the folks over at Buena Vista Television to direct and edit a pilot presentation for a proposed syndicated show called "The Betty White House." The idea was that Betty White lived on a ranch with her animals, and celebrities would "drop in" for coffee and a chat. It was a nice idea, a twist on the morning show format. My skeleton crew and I all trudged up to her ranch in Santa Clarita. It was a very simple set up, except every Disney executive...
Supply chain shortages have left many grocery shelves bare in the United States. Many are pointing to the number of grocery store clerks who are sick with Covid, or in quarantine due to exposure. In Denver, so many grocery store workers are out on strike, or sick with Covid, that the stores are reportedly bare of food. In Boston, Massachusetts, customers find shelves bare of produce and fresh meat. Frozen fruits and vegetables are on the shelves, however, for the time being....
Ask Rusty – How Do I Get Back Benefits Withheld Due to the Earnings Limit? Dear Rusty: If I work and take Social Security before my full retirement age, how can I find out how I will be paid back the money withheld after I pass the earnings limit? Signed: Returning to Work Dear Returning: What you're referring to is that Social Security limits how much you can earn while collecting early benefits (before your full retirement age, or "FRA"). The earnings limit for 2022 is $...
Watch out, Mikhail Baryshnikov! Westside School of Ballet has announced three divisions of boys-only ballet classes. The 50-year legacy dance academy's website states: "The Boys-Only classes promote the knowledge and practice of ballet, with an emphasis on alignment, coordination and athleticism. While the basic syllabus is the same for beginning male and female students, the contrast between male and female dancing is increasingly emphasized as a student progresses. Boys...
Haleh Mashian, a prolific painter and owner of MASH Gallery is set to return for her second groundbreaking exhibit at the W Hotel Hollywood in conjunction with Frieze LA. The À GOGO II exhibit will debut on Thursday Feb 17th, 2022 at the exclusive W Hotel, an invite only red carpet affair. The much anticipated exhibit is a continuation of Mashian's outstanding show in 2020 which had record attendance and received critical acclaim. Mashian has been climbing the curatorial...
Ask Rusty – I Have Medicare Advantage - Why Is a Medicare Premium Deducted from my Social Security? Dear Rusty: My wife and I have a Medicare Advantage Plan, and we do not use Medicare for our claims. However, we still have the Medicare premium deducted from our Social Security checks. Is this correct? Signed: Wondering Dear Wondering: If, after age 65, you choose to take Medicare outpatient coverage of any kind you must pay that Part B premium, even if you decide to a...
Dear Rusty: I recently took a big pay cut in my job. Several older friends have advised that I not continue to work much longer in this reduced paying job because it will affect my Social Security when I get ready to start drawing it. I'm currently 62 and thought about working until around 65. Friends are advising that my SS check will be smaller due to the decrease in pay. I have tried calling my local and National Social Security office and can't get anyone to answer the...
While everyone has been impacted by the pandemic, one population that has been dramatically impacted is moms. As the pandemic erupted in the spring of 2021, approximately 3.5 million mothers with school-aged children either lost jobs, took leaves of absence or left the labor market altogether, according to the Census Bureau. Before the pandemic, women made up more than 50 percent of the country's workforce. As a result, many women who are accustomed to having careers outside...
Therapy dogs dressed in Christmas outfits helped 200,000 passengers a day pass through Los Angeles International Airport during the holiday period. "Happy "Howl"idays from our @LAXPUPS," says a tweet on, well, twitter. The dogs are named "Serjio, Mia, Mason and Ellie! If you are flying this holiday season, look out for them greeting guests in the terminals. #LAX #LAXPups. LAX airport has undergone massive construction in recent months, as a train or "people mover" is under...
Alena Yildiz, a German model based in Heidelberg has posted to Tik Tok that she was disinvited to a friends wedding after planning to attend the wedding, wearing a dress that was too revealing for the bride. "This is not in keeping with the standards that I posted for the wedding," the bride told Yildiz in a personal phone call. She told Yildiz that she would no longer be on the guest list. She had posted photos of the well, somewhat revealing gown to social media. They had...
It's called "PURR." For Pawsitively United Rescue And Release Program. Rescued Kittens are brought into the prison and placed with women as part of this program. They are fed and nursed until they grow and thrive. They're socialized with the women here in the prison as they wait to be adopted out. Many of the CIW's own staff take home these kittens from this program to adopt for their own. There is plenty of wildlife roaming here on the CIW prison grounds. Sometimes a bird...
Fighting a rise in Covid 19 infections and desperate to keep numbers down, the State of California will soon require household pets to wear facemasks in public. Simultaneously, Mask vs. Anti Mask is trending on Twitter. The pro mask case: Why do doctors wear face masks? To protect you from their germs. So obviously it has some positive effect. The anti maskers reply that jurisdictions with masks requirements, i.e. California, have not done better than Texas or Florida in...
This Christmas give somebody the gift of mercy and forgiveness. Be broad with your giving and generous. We all need a lot of both. For such a joyful holiday of cheer, giving and yuletide merriment there is much to be stressed about. Typically, people have been stressed about all the holiday parties, gatherings and Christmas scheduling. This year there is more stress related to sickness, masks, vaccinations, Omicron, natural disasters, filled hospitals, massive numbers of...
Ask Rusty – Should I Take Social Security Even If I Don't Need It? Dear Rusty: I am 66 years plus 8 months old, am still working making six figures, and can support myself. I'm a healthy, self-employed single woman and have a State Pension (from a divorce settlement). I will work part time, probably through next year and until I am 70 years old or more. What should I do about my Social Security - take it or "bank it" in Social Security? Signed: Fully Independent Lady Dear Full...
WASHINGTON, DC, Dec 17 – Too many senior citizens come down with a case of Holiday Blues this time of the year. It's not a very "jolly" season – especially if you're old and living alone. The National Council on Aging [NCOA] estimates that 28% or more of folks in the 65-plus segment of the population live alone and while it can be tough on them each and every day, the holiday season is an especially rough reminder of their solitary lives. NCOA says that "Loneliness is mor...
Ask Rusty – I Have VA Coverage; Should I Get Medicare Part B? Dear Rusty: I am a 74 year old veteran enrolled with the VA. I have never had Medicare Part B. Should I? My only source of income is Social Security. Signed: Retired Veteran Dear Retired Veteran: First, thank you for your service to our country. Like you, I use the VA for certain healthcare needs but, unlike you, I am also enrolled in Medicare Part B. The decision on whether to have both is a personal choice only yo...
