June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025
The controversy surrounding Xi Jinping's daughter, Xi Mingze, and calls for her deportation from the U.S., as highlighted by Laura Loomer, is likely a major international story on May 31, 2025. The post cites Loomer's claims that Xi Mingze, who graduated from Harvard in 2014, still resides in Massachusetts with security from the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This claim, though unverified by public evidence, ties into broader U.S.-China tensions. Context and Developments:...
Spammers, scammers, and snake-oil peddlers are at an all-time high thanks to the internet. Scamming tactics are ever-changing and are becoming increasingly creative, making them hard for the average person to keep up with (and protect themselves from). Getting scammed sucks, and you're often left without much reprieve. Because the internet still feels very much like the wild wild West when it comes to scams, it's fair to wonder, "Is scamming illegal?" The answer (sadly) isn't...
Various dynamics can impact the cost of filling specific roles in the labor market. When demand for certain goods and services outpaces the local supply of resources, the wages for skilled professionals in those fields may be higher—and vice versa. Similarly, the labor supply can shape pay trends for certain. For example, a city with several medical schools may produce a larger supply of fresh doctors, driving down the price of this labor and consequently, the median income...
Artificial intelligence is becoming a trusted tool in the everyday operations of small businesses. But today, it's not just about productivity gains. According to new data from GoDaddy, many entrepreneurs are rethinking what success looks like and using AI to build sustainable, right-sized businesses—even in the face of economic uncertainty. AI can even assist entrepreneurs in starting a new business. In fact, according to the GoDaddy Small Business Research Lab 2025 US...
A rare confluence of dance legends and rising stars will grace The Broad Stage next weekend when Westside Ballet presents its "Masters of Movement" performances. The event brings together New York City Ballet principals Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia-both featured in Prime Video's hit ballet series *Étoile*-alongside local dancers in a program honoring the Los Angeles and Santa Monica Fire & Police First Responders. The Saturday evening Gala on May 31 will pay tribute to first...
HELOC debt nationwide increased by 7.2% in 2024, marking the third consecutive year that HELOC balances have grown after a decade of decline. Long overlooked as a borrowing method, it would appear home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) are in vogue once again. Responsibly used, HELOCs can have a few major benefits for homeowners with equity. Commonly, they're used to consolidate existing debts or to undertake home renovation projects, which are becoming more common as the...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you....
Arizona election officials will begin frequently checking voters' U.S. citizenship and requiring voters to submit proof of residency when they register, under new laws upheld by a federal judge in early May. Under those laws, if the citizenship checks show that someone has an ID typically given to someone who is not a U.S. citizen, they will be barred from registering to vote, or will be kicked off the rolls. And if new registrants don't provide documents proving they live in...
Santa Monica's City Council thinks the city is just fine. One councilmember called the homeless residents our neighbors, their wants and desires equivalent to those of people who pay rent and pay taxes. The 'freedom' of some, most of whom suffer from drug addiction and mental illness, to live in filth, disease and to commit crimes with impunity, is valued over the ability of the rest of society to live healthy lives in law and order. Watch the videos shot and distributed by...
