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Articles from the February 17, 2025 edition


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  • Quality time is the most popular love language in America-here's how the others rank

    Stacker, Melissa Lavigne-Delville|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    This Valentine's Day, consider asking your partner, "What's your love language?" The 5 Love Languages®—gift giving, quality time, words of affirmation, acts of service, and physical touch—were developed by Gary Chapman to help people strengthen connection in relationships. Some people want to hear kind words, others want physical affection, and then there's those who just want a great gift (who says you can't buy love?). The problem is, oftentimes we speak in our own love...

  • One Man Dead After Two Patrons Stabbed at Santa Monica's Fairmont Miramar Sheraton Early Saturday Morning

    Matthew Gonzalez, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    One man stabbed two other men from Anaheim at The Bungalow restaurant Saturday morning. The incident began at 1:50 am outside the Fairmont Miramar Sheraton hotel. It's unclear whether the perpetrator was a homeless man, or a patron at the Bungalow bar. The perpetrator stabbed two men. Medical personnel from the Santa Monica Fire Department transported both victims to a nearby hospital. One victim, a 31-year-old male from Anaheim, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to...

  • "Is the left really just a giant kleptocracy?" Asks Elon Musk. X.com's AI Grok says "nope."

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    The phrase "a dream that was Rome" refers to Marcus Aurelius' vision of transforming Rome into a democratic republic, where power is held by the people rather than corrupt leaders. This ideal is central to the story of "Gladiator," symbolizing hope for a better governance system in ancient Rome. "Is the left really just a giant kleptocracy? tweeted Elon Musk Sunday night. "The evidence increasingly suggests it is." So we decided to ask GROK, Twitter's AI protocol, if it...

  • 'Perverse' incentives: How local governments might cash in on Trump's migrant detention

    Stacker, Shannon Heffernan for The Marshall Project|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    Just before the 2024 presidential election, Butler County Sheriff Richard Jones said that if former President Donald Trump won, he would get back into the "deportation business." Now, the suburban Ohio sheriff has set aside 250 to 300 beds for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, detainees—around a third of Butler County Jail's capacity, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer, and a boon to the county's revenue. Overwhelming evidence shows immigrants are less likely t...

  • For Americans with ADHD, inflation is taking a financial toll. These money management tips can help.

    Stacker, Elena Cox|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    Inflation has started to cool but prices remain high, and that's taking a toll on Americans' budgets. According to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, food costs have been particularly impacted (up 2.2% from the year before in July), causing people to rethink their grocery lists and shopping habits. Companies say customers are searching for savings anywhere they can, which has spurred big names like Amazon, Best Buy, and Nordstrom to offer more generous...

  • Kendrick Lamar Widely Panned for Super Bowl Halftime Show that Seemed Inaccessible.

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 15, 2025
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    He's a religious Christian, married his high school sweetheart and devotes time to charities. A lifelong tee-totaler who never uses drugs, he graduated with honors from Compton High School 18 years ago. He does nothing to embarrass anyone on stage. But Rapper Kendrick Lamar's performance has been called the weakest Super Bowl half time show in years. Why is that? Several points of criticism have emerged from fans and viewers, as reflected in posts on X and web reviews:...

  • How to decode your power bill and budget for 2025

    Stacker, Natalie Rizk|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    January is passing quickly, and as the new year gets underway, many households are taking stock of their budgets. If you're starting the year slowly or haven't tackled your financial goals yet, that's okay—there's still plenty of time to plan ahead. Power bills are likely high on the list of concerns—especially after the fluctuating costs of recent years. But understanding your power bill doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Arbor breaks it down: what your bill is telling you, w...

  • Did Elon Musk Father Baby Number 14 With Ashley St. Clair? Or Is He Simply Trolling The Left Again? We Asked Grok!

    Stan Greene|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    In a Valentine's day tweet, Ashley St. Clair, a former cam girl who currently styles herself as a conservative influencer, claimed to have given birth to Elon Musk's 14th child 5 months ago. At least she says she "Welcomed" a baby; there is no photo of her pregnant. Musk for his part has said nothing direct. Though in a response to a tweet by Milo Yannopoulis saying that St. Clair had targeted Musk for 7 years, Musk tweeted "whoa." St. Clair had a response as well. "Elon, we h...

  • ATF urges police to stop reselling used guns

    Stacker, Champe Barton for The Trace|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    ATF urges police to stop reselling used guns Federal officials are cautioning state and local law enforcement against reselling their used guns to the public, saying the practice has sent tens of thousands of old police weapons into the hands of criminals. The warning was the first in a series of recommendations made by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in its fourth and final installment of a multiyear gun trafficking assessment requested by President...

  • What are the most distinctive baby names by state?

    Stacker, Kathy Morris, Data Work By Emma Rubin|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    Modern parents aren't too concerned if their kids' names can be found on a keychain. Millennial and Generation Z parents have accelerated the trend of formerly common baby names becoming less common over time. In 1969, 4.7% of boys received that year's top name, Michael; in 2022, only 1.1% were given the most popular name, Liam. Many parents simply do not want their child to be just another Liam or Olivia in the classroom. They are intentionally seeking out unique,...

  • Girls face stereotypes about STEM abilities as early as 6, study finds

    Stacker, Linda Jacobson - The 74|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    When she taught third grade in Houston, Summer Robinson invited a friend, a female mechanical engineer at Chevron, to visit her class. She wanted to introduce students, especially girls, to a STEM practitioner who didn't conform to the socially awkward stereotype in popular culture, The 74 reports. "She communicates really well, and the kids just loved it so much," Robinson said. "I don't think they totally knew what an engineer was, but they understood that they help build...

  • The psychology of design: How furniture shapes human behavior

    Stacker, Steven Neman|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    From the cozy embrace of a well-designed living room to the structured efficiency of a high-performance office, furniture is far more than mere decor—it shapes our emotions, productivity, and social interactions in ways both subtle and profound. Every element, from form to function, plays a role in influencing human behavior, and those who master these principles—designers, architects, and homeowners alike—can create spaces that elevate well-being, efficiency, and connection,...

  • 10 can't-miss places to visit in the winter

    Stacker, Sheeka Sanahori|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    The holiday carols were onto something with joyful lyrics about dashing through the snow. Winter road trips can provide incredibly scenic vistas, offering a different perspective of a place seen during warmer seasons. Winter may not be the first choice for some road trippers, but for those willing to embrace adventure, winter travel offers stunning cold-weather views and, oftentimes, smaller crowds. For those looking for trip inspiration to embrace the cold-weather months,...

  • Movies and TV shows casting across the US

    Stacker, Jaimie Etkin|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    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....

  • Most people in these jobs have never been married

    Stacker, Cu Fleshman, Data Work By Wade Zhou|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    For the first time in nearly 20 years, the share of U.S. adults who don't live with a spouse or partner is on the decline, according to a 2025 analysis of Census Bureau data by the Pew Research Center. In 2019, 44% of U.S. adults were unpartnered; in 2023 (the most recent data available), that number dropped to 42%. Pew's report showed that some key factors, including gender, age, and education, appear to contribute to Americans' single status. Women are more likely than men t...

  • 'Let's Fly' at the Balloon Museum is the perfect rainy day experience for famiilies

    Chanin Victor, Lifestyle Editor|Updated Feb 15, 2025

    Imagine stepping into a world where art isn't just something you look at-it's something you move through, touch, and even play with. 'Let's Fly' is the latest exhibition at the Balloon Museum and it's a larger-than-life immersive journey blending technology, creativity and pure joy. Located at Ace Mission Studios in Los Angeles, this critically acclaimed experience opened in late October and is already being hailed as one of the city's most exciting art installations in...

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