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Articles from the October 1, 2024 edition


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  • Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah Killed, Dozens of Others Killed in Massive Explosion After Israeli Bombing in South Beirut Lebanon

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    After a massive explosion at Hezbollah's Beirut Lebanon HQ, reports are coming in that Israel just neutralized Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah. The blast occurred around 9 am PST on Friday September 27, 2024. The next day, Iranian and Hezbollah sources confirmed that Supreme Leader Nasrallah had been killed in the Israeli bombing. Other IRGC and Hezbollah officials also died in the blast, possibly a 2000 pound bomb. "The IDF conducted a precise strike on the Central Headquarters of the...

  • Crime and Drug Video for September 26, 2024

    Santa Monica Coalition|Oct 1, 2024

    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 the Santa Monica...

  • "The Art of Triumph: Trauma, Sex, and Art" by Yi Zhou Now Available at Barnes & Noble

    Christine Peake, Peake PR Group|Oct 1, 2024

    Renowned filmmaker and multidisciplinary artist Yi Zhou announces the release of her latest literary work, The Art of Triumph: Trauma, Sex, and Art, now available at Barnes & Noble. In this deeply personal book, Zhou explores the transformative power of trauma and love through the lens of contemporary art and culture. Her compelling narrative weaves together elements of vulnerability, healing, and creative expression, offering readers an intimate look into how pain and passion can fuel artistic...

  • Don't be fooled by SMRR: The Safer Santa Monica slate is the only Change Slate

    Arthur Jeon, Special to the Observer|Oct 1, 2024

    There seems to be a laughable attempt by SMRR to intentionally muddy the waters this election. In a case of moral confusion and cynicism, SMMR is trying to position themselves as the "change slate," because after 40 years of their establishment politics, affecting everything from overdevelopment to the destruction of the downtown, they are saying the Change Slate elected 4 years ago needs to be... um... changed by them! You see, anti-police SMRR, which appointed our city manager and almost the...

  • Lady In Red - Filmmaker Erin Gavin celebrates 'Gaming For Love' Movie Success at the Laemmle Monica Film Center

    Christine Peake, Peake PR Group|Oct 1, 2024

    Actress Erin Gavin seen celebrating her standing ovation at the Laemmle Theater in Santa Monica. The stunning Scottish import was in attendance for the theatrical release of her short movie 'Gaming For Love" which was a part of the 'Shorts By The Sea' event. The heart wrenching award winning short movie received a terrific unanimous audience reception. Talented Erin wrote, produced, directed and acted in the movie and also created the set design. Her recent hit record release 'Love For The...

  • Santa Monica Homeowner Creates Device to Deter Homeless From Entering Garages

    Sofia Black, Observer Staff Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    Santa Monica, CA-As the homeless crisis continues to escalate in Santa Monica, local resident Stephen McMahon has taken matters into his own hands, developing a unique device aimed at deterring homeless individuals from settling near his property. McMahon, frustrated by the growing presence of homeless encampments within a 20-block radius of his home, invented a "diversion security" device known as the Blue Chirper. The device is designed to activate when it detects motion, emitting a chirping...

  • Meet the Newest Special Needs Kittens

    Lange Foundation|Oct 1, 2024

    Kitten season is still going strong and the shelters are incredibly full. We have primarily been rescuing cats and dogs from San Bernardino the past few months since we got our Intervention Program back up and running. The city shelter there is overflowing with animals - so much so that cats are now housed in an empty school and small dogs are kept in cat cages. We are doing our best to rescue as many animals as possible and find them loving homes. We rescued Eloise last week after receiving a...

  • Illegal Aliens Recently Deposited by Biden Administration in Asheville, NC Are Wandering Through Debris Unsure Where to Go or What to Eat

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    1/01/24: We offer the following update to the Hurricane Helene situation in Western North Carolina, which is based on reports on the ground. 60 bodies were said to have been found hanging in trees in Mitchell County, NC. The U.S. Military about to take over the airports, including Asheville Airport. Water will be out for 30 days. No internet, only iHeart radio is being broadcasted. The are concerns about the next storm taking out all the bridges going west on the interstate. The Mayor of...

  • Democrats Plan to Steal this Election Using Overseas Ballots, Elon Musk Retweets

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    The Dems plan to steal the 2024 Presidential Election for Kamala Harris through the use of overseas ballots. This according to a X.com post from Joel Berry, Managing Editor of the Babylon Bee. Elon Musk retweeted the post. The post appears below: "Some fun facts about the Democrat plan to steal elections using "overseas" ballots: -Through the UOCAVA/overseas program, you can register to vote online without providing ID, SSN, or proof of citizenship/address. -You can register in any state, at...