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  • Biden drops out of the Presidential Race, in a Foreseeable but Surprising Move. Amgibuously Endorses Kamala Harris

    David Ganezer, Observer|Jul 22, 2024

    In a move that cannot really be described as surprising, Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 US presidential race. He said it had been his honor to serve with Kamala Harris, but stopped short of endorsing her for the Democratic presidential nomination. Nancy Pelosi among others, had lead a campaign demanding that the President not seek the Democratic nomination, which he easily won in the primary months ago. "There's a lot of fury by those who feel Joe was forced out," "If Kamala Harris is...

  • UPDATED: Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory: High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County

    LA County Department of Public Health|Jul 22, 2024

    July 22, 2024 Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas: Northwest LA County Mountains: Friday July 19, 2024, through Thursday July 25, 2024 Western San Gabriel Mountains/Hwy 14 Corridor: Friday July 19, 2024, through Thursday July 25, 2024 East San Gabriel Mountains: Friday July 19, 2024, through...

  • Suspect In Wild Car Chase With Baby in the Backseat, Was Previously Arrested For Home Invasion Robbery

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 22, 2024

    The suspect in a wild car chase Wednesday that started in Hawthorne, was arrested along with 3 other men for a home invasion robbery last September. Daiyaan Henderson, 22, livestreamed yesterday's incident, where he lead police on a chase across Los Angeles and Bevelry Hills, all the while with his Baby Mama, Alexis Sanchez, pleading with him to stop. "You're going to kill our baby!" she pleaded, as Daiyaan argued with her. Alexis Sanchez left some rather risque pregnancy photos on Facebook....

  • 'Get Loud Presents Cheeky Peakey's Comedy Show at Hotel Ziggy' Brought The Laughter With A Stellar Lineup

    Christine Peake, Peake PR Group|Jul 22, 2024

    The gifted lineup of comedians did not disappoint guests at the Hotel Ziggy at Cheeky Peakey's Comedy Show, comedian Christine Peake's regular red carpet show at the West Hollywood happening hotel. The event was sponsored by GET LOUD clothing company who were in attendance and kindly provided their terrific merchandise to the comics and guests. CEO and founder Cameron Akeredolu had flown in to enjoy the event. "This was a great night of laughter and GET LOUD are so proud to be here and meet so m...

  • Should You Retire at 65 or 67? Social Security Advice

    Russel Gloor, Association of Mature American Citizens|Jul 22, 2024

    Ask Rusty – Should I Retire at 65 or 67? And What About Earnings & Taxes? Dear Rusty: I'm just trying to figure out how to determine whether to retire at 65 or 67 and, if I retire, approximately how much could I make outside of my Social Security without being overly taxed. Signed: Thinking About Retiring Dear Thinking: Deciding when to retire is serious business, because it affects your future and what your retirement income will be going forward. Thus, it's good you are taking the time to full...

  • Coco Becomes a Witch's Apprentice in the Anime Film, Witch Hat Atelier

    Bunker King, Special to the Observer|Jul 22, 2024

    On Thursday, July 4th, BUG FILMS released a promotional video for their upcoming series Witch Hat Atelier during their panel at the 2024 Anime Expo. Witch Hat Atelier is a critically acclaimed manga series by author and artist Kamome Shirahama. Her series has been running since 2016, and sold 4.5 million copies worldwide by October 2022. In 2020, Witch Hat Atelier won both a Harvey Award and an Eisner Award, for Best Manga and Best U.S. Edition of International Material, respectively. The story...

  • Amazon Prime Day Shoppers Risk Counterfeits, Fraud, and Scams

    The Counterfeit Report|Jul 22, 2024

    July 10, 2024 - Los Angeles, CA – Amazon's highly anticipated Prime Days are just a week away on July 16th and 17th, and consumers should heed a critical warning: "Buyer beware." Despite Amazon's hefty $139 Prime membership, consumers should be alarmed that it offers no protection against counterfeit, fraudulent, and dangerous product listings, fake reviews, and deceptive endorsements. Amazon is a go-to for perceived deals, but the platform's unchecked monopoly has severe consequences. It bulldo...

  • Two Girls Grow Up Drawing Anime Comics Together Becomes a Kind of Autobiography for Tatsuki Fujimoto

    Bunker King, Special to the Observer|Jul 22, 2024

    On Saturday, July 6th, the animated film "Look Back" made its US premiere at Anime Expo. The film is based on the graphic novel of the same name by Japanese author Tatsuki Fujimoto, released in 2022. The comic follows two girls, Fujino and Kyomoto, as they grow up together with a shared passion for drawing comics. They become a duo, writing and drawing the comics together As they approach their high school graduation, they've racked up many accolades, but a difference in ambition leads the two...

  • Rumors Circulate That U.S. President Biden, Out of Sight for a Week, is Dead or Dying

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 22, 2024

    Update, 7.23: Today Biden appeared in a video walking between airplanes after recovering from Covid. He said he would address the nation at 8 pm EST Wednesday, on his reasons for dropping out of the race. He appeared to be more or less alive, you know, for Joe Biden. 7.22: Rumors are flying that US President Joseph R. Biden, who dropped out of the 2024 presidential race last week, is in fact dead or dying. For one thing he looks like death warmed over, the last time he was seen in public. For...

  • Humpback Whale Upsets Boat Near Portsmouth, New Hampshire

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 22, 2024

    Video has emerged on social media showing an Atlantic humpback whale, deliberately upending a 27 foot small boat in the ocean near Portsmouth NH on Tuesday, 7.23.24. Another boater, a young man in a small boat, watches, then turns the wheel to run. Video may be seen at: https://x.com/dom_lucre/status/1815817507879399892 The whale is described as "Pissed off;" the boater who posted it suggests that small boats avoid the area. It's uncertain if any humans (or whales) were injured in the incident....

  • Leading & Illustrious Sports Stars Came Out for GBK Brand Bar's Pre ESPY Luxury Lounge Presented by MEND

    Rachel Ganz, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 22, 2024

    On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, Top ESPY Nominees, Presenters, Hosts, Star Athletes, and Olympians received over $60,000 in gifts and lavish trips at the "GBK Brand Bar Pre ESPY Luxury Lounge Presented by MEND". This was an amazing opportunity to bring together top athletes, influencers, and media to remarkable brands , who shared their products, work and mission. This exciting event took place at Ten Thousand Luxury Residences,10000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067 GBK's Pre-ESPY Luxury...