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Interesting Links | Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
What’s the Difference Between an Alligator and a Crocodile?
To the untrained eye, both look like prehistoric swamp lizards, but there are some tricks you can use so you don’t make a faux pas the next time you’re in Florida.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
Restored 1930s New York City Video Shows Glamorous Cars Of The Era
This restored and colorized video footage shows New York City streets from the 1930s, starting in Harlem and shifting to Midtown Manhattan on 5th Avenue.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
How You Can Help Victims of the Current California Wildfires
The massive wildfires taking place in Northern California have quickly become the second largest wildfires to take place in California’s history. With the government declaring it a Major Disaster over the weekend, it leaves many Southern California reside
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
The Inventor of Ibuprofen Accidentally Discovered It Could Help a Hangover | Mental Floss
It all started when Dr. Stewart Adams took too many vodka shots the night before speaking at a Moscow conference.
Miscellaneous | Interesting Links
8 Places From Southern California's Past That We Will Never Stop Missing
These destinations may no longer exist in Southern California, but that sure doesn't stop us from all the fond memories.
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Tech | Science & Technology
Science & Technology | Tech
FCC Commissioner urges Google and Apple to ban TikTok
Brendan Carr references reports that say Beijing-based employees have access to US TikTok user data..
Science & Technology | Tech
Twitter acts to save Elon Musk acquisition deal, report says
With Elon Musk threatening to walk away from his offer to acquire Twitter, the company has reportedly made a move to try to save the deal.
Science & Technology | Tech
AT&T is launching drones into the sky as mobile 5G hotspots
Patchy internet in the countryside? No problem, AT&T's drones will beam down 5G.
Science & Technology | Tech
Musk says Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, government users
Elon Musk said on Tuesday Twitter Inc might charge a "slight" fee for commercial and government users, part of the billionaire entrepreneur's push to grow revenue which has lagged behind larger rivals like Meta Platforms Inc's Facebook.
Science & Technology | Tech
Could we really build Star Trek's USS Enterprise?
How close are engineers to building a real USS Enterprise?
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Mid Century | Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous | Mid Century
A Brief Compendium of Modernist Homes for Movie Villains with Flawless Taste
A Brief Compendium of Modernist Homes for Movie Villains with Flawless Taste - Inspiration Vault - Messy Nessy Chic
Miscellaneous | Mid Century
Don’t Worry, the Cinerama Dome (Likely) Won’t Get Demolished
The Cinerama Dome, the iconic mid-century theater in Hollywood, is closing due to the pandemic, leaving moviegoers, industry stars, and architecture fans concerned about its fate and rallying to save the building from demolition.
Miscellaneous | Mid Century
Demolition Begins at the Sun-n-Sand Motor Hotel | National Trust for Historic Preservation
An update on one significant loss from the 2020 11 Most Endangered Historic Places list and some good news on others.
Miscellaneous | Mid Century
An architect’s time capsule midcentury home is for sale in Glendale
Los Angeles architect Gus Stamos built this modest Chevy Chase Canyon home in Glendale for his family in 1968, and its retro interiors have stood the test of time
Miscellaneous | Mid Century
Retro Hotel Finds for the Mid Century Road Tripper
This fall, pick a retro hotel that will put you in the middle of true mid century style. From Boston to Florida, there's a mid century paradise to find.
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Politics | Politics
Politics | Politics
Elon Musk Attacks Netflix Over Subscriber Loss, Says ‘Woke Mind Virus Is Making Netflix Unwatchable’
GettyThe big news Tuesday concerned Netflix, whose disappointing first quarter earnings report revealed that the streaming giant had lost over 200,000 subscribers—the first time it reported a subscriber loss in the last 10 years. (Netflix had previously e
Politics | Politics
Gangs are following and robbing L.A.'s wealthiest, LAPD says - Los Angeles Times
L.A. gangs are sending out crews to prey on the mega-rich, targeting people leaving luxury boutiques, restaurants, and nightclubs, the LAPD said.
Politics | Politics
Supreme Court seems skeptical of Biden's vaccine mandates - Axios
A majority of the justices appeared to believe that the Biden administration’s rules are too broad.
Politics | Politics
A president hasn't refused to attend the inauguration of his successor in 152 years. Donald Trump will change that
Trump will join presidents Andrew Johnson, John Adams and John Quincy Adams in choosing not to attend the inauguration of his successor.
Politics | Politics
Trump says he won't participate in virtual debate with Biden
President Trump's next debate with former Vice President Joe Biden will be held virtually, amid concerns about the president's case of COVID-19.
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Travel | Travel
Travel | Travel
The Best U.S. Cities for a Weekend Trip
We tapped our staff from all over the country to fill you in on the best US cities to spend the weekend.
Travel | Travel
Why I (almost) always book one-way flights
Here's why I choose to book one-way flights -- and not round-trip -- when planning future travel.
Travel | Travel
This Hip Hotel's 'Radical' Pricing Model Lets You Pay What You Wish
One of the most frustrating travel experiences is shelling out big bucks for a hotel stay, only to find that the rooms don't quite look like the photos, the amenities aren't as advertised or the...
Travel | Travel
The TWA Hotel Will Start Accepting Reservations Next Week
Starting at noon EST on Feb. 14, the TWA Hotel will begin accepting reservations for stays starting May 15.
Travel | Travel
Forgetting to put your phone on airplane mode could cost you
A passenger on board a flight with the Irish airline Aer Lingus forgot to put his phone in airplane mode and was hit with a high bill.
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Funny Stuff | Humor
Humor | Funny Stuff
The Epic Prank John Madden Pulled on 'Saturday Night Live'
John Madden played a prank on producer Dick Ebersol in 1982 while hosting 'Saturday Night Live.'
Humor | Funny Stuff
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Hilariously Summarized and Made Fun of in 90 seconds
Crude summaries of Star Wars are always great but here’s an especially silly one from Movie Blast. Instead of just simplifying the story (which it does), it also pokes fun of the movie and in turn, skewers all of us at the same time. Rey becomes Ray Rom
Humor | Funny Stuff
Tour De France Won By Rowdy, Tattooed Biker From Harley Davidson Team - The Onion - America's Finest News Source
PARIS—In what many are calling the single most dominant performance in the 112-year history of the event, the 2015 Tour de France was won Sunday by Jason “Scab” Vickerson of the Harley Davidson Team.
Humor | Funny Stuff
25 Things to Look for While Watching the 24-Hour A Christmas Story Marathon
You know Ralphie Parker’s plight by heart. But can you spot A Christmas Story’s flubs?
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Home Improvement | Home Improvement
Home Improvement | Home Improvement
How to Stain Wood Furniture
How to stain wood and wood furniture yourself at home. The best way to apply wood stain, varnish and refinish your vintage furniture.
Home Improvement | Home Improvement
33 Amazing Ideas That Will Make Your House Awesome | Bored Panda
We've all got some sort of idea of how our dream home might look. Some of us have just got to have a pool, while others want clever modern design, sustainability, or integration with natural elements. No matter what it is that makes your dream home unique
Historic Los Angeles | History
History | Historic Los Angeles
The History Los Angeles Has Lost to the Pandemic
The city is opening up, but here are some landmarks and treasures that we miss already.
History | Historic Los Angeles
So Long, Sears. What Comes Next For These Empty Architectural Behemoths?: LAist
In Boyle Heights, the nine-story, Art Deco store that started it all is a strange mix of bustling commerce and yawning, empty space.
History | Historic Los Angeles
How Tarantino's Team Turned LA Back 50 Years For 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood'
A tour around the city with location manager Rich Schuler and production designer Barbara Ling
History | Historic Los Angeles
“Picture Book: A Musso & Frank Tribute” on Vimeo
The Musso and Frank Grill has always been a beacon of light for literary Los Angeles. From Hemingway and Fitzgerald to Chandler and Bukowski, think of what’s…
History | Historic Los Angeles
Coffee shop is taking over 1940s gas station in Koreatown - Curbed LA
The company’s founder says "the iconic 1940s Texaco Station will be celebrated and preserved to its original aesthetic as much as possible."
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Bars & Restaurants | Food & Drink
Food & Drink | Bars & Restaurants
15 Feast-Worthy Steakhouses in Los Angeles
Look no further for properly cooked meat, satisfying sides, and well-made drinks
Food & Drink | Bars & Restaurants
First Look: L.A.'s Famed Formosa Cafe Debuts $2.4 Million Refresh | Hollywood Reporter
On June 28, L.A.'s storied Formosa Cafe returns after a two-year redo "to make it look almost exactly the same."
Food & Drink | Bars & Restaurants
Josiah Citrin and Hans Rockenwagner to Open a Throwback Steakhouse in Culver City - Eater LA
The former Frank Sinatra haunt gets new life
Food & Drink | Bars & Restaurants
Sorry New York, California Is A Better Place To Eat Now
Iconic mainstays like baked goat cheese at Chez Panisse and new classics like shrimp tacos dorados at Mariscos Jalisco ripple through American dining
Food & Drink | Bars & Restaurants
The 18 Best New Restaurants in America! - Eater
Where to eat — and what to order — at 2018’s best restaurants across the US
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The News | News
News | The News
New rule from CDC no longer requires COVID-19 test for international travel. How will businesses benefit?
Beginning Sunday, international travelers will no longer have to show proof of a negative covid test before entering the U.S.
News | The News
Petition approved for effort to ban encampments, increase shelter
The proposed ordinance, spearheaded by LA Councilman Joe Buscaino, would amend the city's laws on where encampments are allowed.
News | The News
Hot Dog on a Stick reportedly nearing demolition
The legacy business will expand in its current location near the Santa Monica Pier, with construction set to begin this winter.
News | The News
Eyewitness Newsmakers: Mayor Eric Garcetti discusses vaccine progress, reopening restaurants in Los Angeles
Mayor Eric Garcetti says Los Angeles COVID-19 case rates are dropping enough that the county may soon leave the state's most restrictive purple tier, letting restaurants reopen indoor dining.
News | The News
Appointments are no longer needed to get tested for COVID-19 at L.A. city-run sites
People interested in getting tested can show up to one of the city’s testing sites during the normal business hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., from Monday through Saturday, Mayor Eric Garcetti said…
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Entertainment | Entertainment
Entertainment | Entertainment
20 of the Most Misunderstood and Misinterpreted Movies Ever Made
Audiences and viewers didn't quite know what they were looking at.
Entertainment | Entertainment
It's Been 15 Years Since Doctor Who Made Andrew Garfield Fight Daleks With a Questionable Accent
"Daleks in Manhattan" is one of modern Doctor Who's weirdest stories, made weirder by the presence of a once and future Spider-Man.
Entertainment | Entertainment
Best Films Set in Los Angeles, Ranked
Los Angeles is the home of Hollywood and many bizarre tales. Here are the 9 best films that take place in the city of angels.
Entertainment | Entertainment
How Quentin Tarantino Convinced Michael Keaton To Star In Jackie Brown
The career of Michael Keaton is one rife with unforgettable roles. He's even revisited some of those parts.
Entertainment | Entertainment
Star Wars Legend John Williams Will Compose the Obi-Wan Kenobi Theme
The Ewan McGregor-starring series arrives on Disney+ in May.
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Health | Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness | Health
Is your brain really just a computer? - Business Insider
This is the only way out of the trap this universe puts on your brain.
Health & Fitness | Health
One scientist may have solved a mystery behind brain disorders like Alzheimer’s and schizophrenia
Microglia might hold the key to what causes Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, autism, schizophrenia, and other brain disorders.
Health & Fitness | Health
Science Says You Should Be Eating These Top Foods to Get Ahead at Work
Add these superfoods to your next grocery list right now.
Health & Fitness | Health
The best houseplants to clean the air in your home, as recommended by NASA
asy to care for, resilient, and a quick way to inject some nature into your living room - no wonder houseplants have recently made a comeback. But did you know they also clean the air in your home?
Health & Fitness | Health
The 6 Secrets to Keeping Your Brain Healthy
Because sleep deprivation, beer, and stress aren't doing you any favors.
Architecture & Design | Architecture & Interior Design
Architecture & Interior Design | Architecture & Design
An Hour From Atlanta, 'Skyhaven' Offers Mad Men Lifestyle - Curbed Atlanta
Want to live like Don Draper, but away from the rigors of city life? A home in Rome, about 70 miles from downtown Atlanta, offers the quintessential midcentury lifestyle. Even the name of the home, Skyhaven, evokes images of a Bond-esque existence.
News | News
News | News
Los Angeles is the 'worst' metro area in America for first-time home buyers — but you may be surprised by the 'best'
The U.S. housing sector is slowing down but homes are still extremely expensive in many parts of the country, according to Bankrate.
News | News
Suspect in stabbing at Encino Hospital Medical Center charged with 3 counts of attempted murder
A man who allegedly stabbed a doctor and two nurses at Encino Hospital Medical Center was charged Tuesday with three counts of attempted murder.
News | News
Biden says U.S. would intervene militarily if China invades Taiwan
At a Tokyo news conference, he also said he doesn't think a recession is inevitable in the U.S. and there's no need for strict anti-monkeypox quarantine measures.
News | News
Elon Musk goes it alone on Twitter, for now
Musk still hasn't actually launched a stock tender, and Twitter's board may try to call his bluff.
News | News
Santa Monica labeled as one of the most unsafe cities in California
According to a report, Santa Monica ranked close to the bottom of the safest cities in California.
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Wine | Food & Drink
Food & Drink | Wine
We Asked 10 Wine Pros: What's the Most Common Mistake People Make in Wine Country? | VinePair
To help you avoid making rookie mistakes on your next wine-cation, we asked 10 sommeliers for their top tips when visiting wine country.
Food & Drink | Wine
Today's Wine Glasses Are Almost Seven Times Larger Than They Were in 1700 | Mental Floss
Test your knowledge with amazing and interesting facts, trivia, quizzes, and brain teaser games on MentalFloss.com.
Sports | Sports
Sports | Sports
Indianapolis 500 Facts
Why does the winner of the Indianapolis 500 drink milk afterward? Find out more as we run down nine facts about the greatest spectacle in racing.
Sports | Sports
MLB overreactions: Five significant (or not!) takeaways from opening weekend
With just three or four games down and six months remaining, it’s premature but harmless to kick around what mattered most from the opening weekend.
Sports | Sports
Sports world leads Russia boycotts after Ukraine invasion
The sports world leads Russia boycotts after Ukraine invasion.
Sports | Sports
L.A. Rams Super Bowl Parade Had The Most Embarrassing Turnout In American Sports History (VIDEO)
Read “L.A. Rams Super Bowl Parade Had The Most Embarrassing Turnout In American Sports History (VIDEO) ” and other NFL articles from Total Pro Sports.
Sports | Sports
IOC has effectively cleared the way for Russia to cheat forever
The original sin in the Kamila Valieva doping saga at the 2022 Olympics is that the IOC allowed Russia to compete in the first place.
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Style | Style & Fashion
Style & Fashion | Style
This is everything men do wrong when buying and wearing a suit, according to the oldest tailor on Savile Row - INSIDER
Divide the cost of a suit by the number of years it will last.
Style & Fashion | Style
15 Men’s Hat Styles You Need to Know - The Trend Spotter
Hats are a simple yet inspired way to finish of any casual, classy or eclectic ensemble. Here are the top men’s hat styles you need to know.
Style & Fashion | Style
15 Stylish Work-Wardrobe Upgrades—Now on Sale | GQ
Make going back to work less of a drag with a style refresh. These jackets, suits, and dress shoes all get our stamp of approval and are all on sale. Win-win.
Science | Science & Technology
Science & Technology | Science
This galaxy cluster is so massive it warps space-time and bends light
An image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows a galaxy cluster named Abell 1351, so unimaginably massive it is bending space-time itself.
Science & Technology | Science
AI powers breakthrough in faster-than-sound jet engines
New research using AI is streamlining simulations of hypersonic aircraft engines, which have defense and commercial applications.
Science & Technology | Science
See SpaceX's Starship Mars rocket fully stacked for testing on the pad (photos) | Space
New images show Starship getting ready for an orbital test flight, which SpaceX hopes to launch a few months from now.
Science & Technology | Science
NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter Nails Seventh Flight on Mars
NASA's Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, has completed its seventh flight on the red planet, taking a photo of the Martian surface during its 63-second trip.
Science & Technology | Science
A 150-million-mile selfie stick: How NASA's Perseverance rover overcame 'time and space' to capture first Mars panorama
The panorama is a composite of 142 individual images taken by Perseverance's Mastcam-Z camera system and shared by the rover's Twitter account.
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Music | Music
Music | Music
An Open Letter to Paul McCartney Regarding Tickets Prices
I should be able to see you at a reasonable price, especially from a mile away
Music | Music
Scene of the Year (2021): The Rooftop Concert in 'The Beatles: Get Back'
We examine the rooftop concert in The Beatles: Get Back and consider why it's the Best Scene of 2021. This was not the end for the Fab Four.
Music | Music
Mick Jagger explains why he visits local spots while touring with The Rolling Stones: “Each town has something of great interest”
Mick Jagger has shed some light on why he visits local haunts while on tour with the Rolling Stones – excursions he documents on Instagram.
Music | Music
Five Lingering Questions About ‘The Beatles: Get Back’
Nearly three weeks after the docuseries’ release, there are a few things we can’t shake: What did ‘Get Back’ teach us about the Beatles? And should we lament the band’s breakup?
Music | Music
The story behind Start Me Up by The Rolling Stones
With its short, sharp, instantly recognisable opening riff, insistent chorus, characteristically lascivious lyric, upfront handclaps and irresistibly pounding backbeat, Start Me Up is about as iconic a composition as the Rolling Stones have ever produced.
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Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
California named the best state for tacos
In a new study from Rent.com, the state of California came in as the number one state for best tacos, with the city of Huntington Park listed as the best city in America to find the delicious meal.
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Is Guinness really 'good for you'? - CNN
Guinness, like other Irish stouts, enjoys a seasonal popularity every St. Patrick's Day. It has also been touted as "good for you," at least by its own advertising posters.
Things To Do: Los Angeles | Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
26 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (9-24-2021 to 9-26-2021)
This weekend, from September 24-26, features LA Haunted Hayride, The Other Art Fair, a Totally Valley Block Party, DinoFest at Natural History Museum, ] LA Tequila Fest, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
22 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (8-9-2021 to 8-13-2021)
This week, from August 9 to 13, features a Japanese food workshop, Dance DTLA at The Music Center, a scent-based immersive pop-up, free screenings of The Underground Railroad, Outfest LA, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
26 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (8-6-2021 to 8-8-2021)
Levitt Pavilion Concerts, a Hello Kitty Carnival, Shakespeare in the Park, Movies on Location, the Rose Bowl Flea Market, a new cocktail pop-up, and more!
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
18 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (8-2-2021 to 8-6-2021)
This week, from August 2 to 6, features a burger week in the LBC, public art pianos in Beverly Hills, a free comedy show at Permanent Records, fireworks at The Bowl, free Parks After Dark movies, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
31 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. {7-23-2021 to 7-25-202)
This weekend, from July 23 to July 25, features proof of vax bars, Night Dive at the Aquarium, a Nina Simone Tribute at The Bowl, Sunday Sessions in Grand Park, Picnic on the Plaza in Little Tokyo, and more!
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Humor | Humor
Humor | Humor
Star Wars Is Much Better When Ron Howard Narrates It Arrested Development-Style
Ron Howard narrates Star Wars in the Arrested Development style.
Psychology | Psychology
Psychology | Psychology
Train Your Brain to Remember Anything You Learn With This Simple, 20-Minute Habit
This 100-year old method has been making the rounds again--it's worth getting around to.
Psychology | Psychology
Scientists Explain Why You Can't Stop Going Back to the Same Places | Inverse
In a study released last week in Nature "Human Behavior" a team of mathematicians explain that at any given time people regularly return to a maximum of 25 places. They say that it's not necessarily the same 25 places, but when you begin going t
Books | Books
Books | Books
Route 66 - then and now: Fascinating photo book matches vintage pictures with modern snapshots
'While some businesses have survived and thrived on the Mother Road, others are rusting ghost-town relics,' reads Joe Sonderman's Route 66 Then and Now. Here's a glimpse inside the book...
Exercise & Fitness | Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness | Exercise & Fitness
Forget dumbbells — these 6 resistance band exercises build your arms without weights
The best resistance band arm exercises to add to your home workout routine.
Cars & Motorcycles | Cars & Motorcycles
Cars & Motorcycles | Cars & Motorcycles
These Are The Old Car Features That Should Make A Comeback
Here's to the days of big windows, bumpers built for bumping and foot-operated controls.