Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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Are you looking to kick off your summer with awesome adventures and some "cooling-off" activities? The Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina is the best place to have a splashin' good time with the whole family! Relax on the soft sand beach and play in the ocean water lagoon on one of the largest inflatable water parks. It's the perfect way to have fun in the sun and the ultimate summer destination for families. The beautiful beachfront resort known as Newport Dunes resides on over 110 acres...
Summer is just around the corner, which means it's time to start thinking about how to travel with your pet. If you enjoy taking family vacations that include the furry members of the family too, it's important to learn which hazards and risks to watch out for when you're on the go with your pet. Below, you'll find information about some of the most common potential pet-related hazards associated with travel. Keep these in mind and you'll be well on your way to ensuring a healthier, happier,...
Overlooking the French Riviera was the venue for one of Hollywood's most awaited event, Nathalie Dubois and her flagship brand's The DPA Cannes gifting lounge 2022. The venue this year was the glorious JW Marriott hotel located right on the croisette. DPA were introducing new brands from all over the globe in their famous Cannes gifting lounge. Post-pandemic, the 75th Cannes Film festival was much awaited and the gifting suite was a great accent to the festival. May 18th through May 25th ", the...
Ask Rusty – Can My In-laws Get Supplemental Security Income? Dear Rusty: I am wondering what the income limit is for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility. My in-laws are in their 70's. both drawing Social Security, and each has a pension from jobs they retired from. I am wondering if they are eligible to collect SSI. They have income from all sources that is over $2100 per month, they are on Medicaid, but they have no savings and few assets. I have been told by a random family m...
3:20 PM PST: The Jury found all the elements of a Virginia defamation case were present against Amber Heard, and that she defamed Johnny Depp. They set a monetary award in the amount of $10,000,000, plus $5 million punitive damages. The same jury also awarded Heard $2 million for the "Waldman Statements," wherein Depp through his agent Waldman called her allegations of abuse "a hoax." Compensatory damages for her only--no punitive damages. Punitive damages in Virginia are capped at $350,000. So...
Oy gevalt. Izzy's restaurant, which used to sport optimistic signs saying, "See you again soon!" now has signs that say, "For Lease." It appears that the fifty year old restaurant has closed for good, another victim of the Coronavirus pandemic and Postmates apocalypse. We spoke to the real estate agent whose name is on the sign in the window for lease. He confirmed that the entire 5200 square-foot premises is for lease. "We're looking for the right operator" he said, adding that the rent will...
A common psychological response when enduring trauma is disassociation. This mechanism allows the consciousness of the individual to leave their body altogether and go elsewhere. It may be traveling to another dimension, a fantasy world, or somewhere else. Disassociation protects the psyche from experiencing complete annihilation. Additionally, if the psyche is not at a development where it can process the heinous acts occurring, the disassociation protects them from the truth. Sometimes the...
Ask Rusty – Must I Pay Income Tax on Social Security Benefits? Dear Rusty: I do not recall the rules on my income tax obligation for Social Security benefits. Can you please explain these rules to me? Signed: Senior Taxpayer Dear Senior Taxpayer: I'll be happy to review the rules about income tax on Social Security benefits for you. If your combined income from all sources is low enough, your Social Security benefits aren't subject to being taxed by the IRS. But some of your Social Security b...
Ask Rusty – Will My Husband's Benefits Continue After He Dies? Dear Rusty: My husband is 65 and I am 55. He has recently been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. My question is, will I continue receiving his full social security check every month after his passing? Will the amount decrease? Signed: Tearful Wife Dear Tearful Wife: So sorry to hear of your husband's condition. If he is now receiving Social Security benefits, when he passes your husband's Social Security payments will stop. You w...
14: Mash Gallery successfully opened it's new location doors this past weekend and hundreds of the Los Angeles art community were on hand to admire the stunning collection of works on display at the new 'Formless Form' exhibit. The much anticipated red carpet event was the place to be with crowds spilling out onto La Cienega Blvd for the duration of the four hour event. Gallery owner, Santa Monica resident, the stunning Haleh Mashian was the Queen Bee of the event and certainly looked like it...
11: Friday, Amber Heard testified that during a three day series of events, Johnny Depp lost the tip of his finger. He also penetrated her with a bottle, and he took 8 or 10 MDMA pills. She even testified as to the make of the bottle, and produced a picture of it. This during re-cross examination by Johnny Depp's female attorney Camille Vasquez. "It was horrible what happened to me, yes," she said. This in March of 2015. Depp also smashed a wall mounted phone "to smithereens," while...
If you're looking for a locally-sourced, light and humorous summer (or anytime) read, Peter Borresen's Jones of the Bay might just hit the spot. This episodic detective novel blends comedy, Santa Monica satire, and murder mysteries that increase in intensity leading up to a final nail-biter and a well-earned triumph for the book's hilariously relatable protagonist, the aging wannabe police detective Gwyn Jones. But be warned! This book is not for those who wish to retain the utmost respect for...
Amber Heard's sister Whitney Henriquez testified on direct examination. Below are my notes, as she testified. My sister really changed during her relationship with Johnny. She became anorexic, weighed maybe 100 pounds. She was listless, hopeless, cried all the time. I did cocaine with Johnny more than once. He was always on drugs and /or drunk when I saw him. He used to call her names, "whore, bitch, cunt." March 21, 2013, the Keith Richards incident. I arrived at the Orange Apt in the...
Thursday say testimony by several witnesses in the Virginia defamation trial of Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard. Ellen Barkin took the stand, she was an actress with a minor part in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, who dated Depp for 3 to 6 months in 1994. In addition, a Disney exec said Amber Heards editorial was not the reason they dropped Depp from Pirates of the Carribean. And the couple's former pre-nuptial lawyer, said Depp suddenly fired her and called her a bitch. Below are my notes of Ellen...
If you've walked in Palisades Park this Spring, you've no doubt noticed the abundant squirrel population. Squirrels come in two stripes: An invasive species called the Eastern Gray Squirrel, or "Tree Squirrel," and the California Ground Squirrel. California ground squirrels (Spermophilus beecheyi) are a formidable garden pest that can be hard to control. They eat virtually any growing plant, and their burrowing can also be very destructive to trees and hazardous to livestock. Squirrels enlarge...
With warmer weather just around the corner, you may be planning some upcoming adventures with your dog. Many dogs love accompanying their human family members on hiking trips, and hiking can be an excellent way to bond with your dog while enjoying the outdoors at the same time. If you're looking for a fun way for your pet to get some exercise, dog hiking is a great activity! Dog hiking: Common Dog Hiking Hazards Pet Parents Should Know Hiking may also bring some potential risks and dangers to yo...
12: Tinseltown was at it again as the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) star Sutton Stracke hosted an exclusive invite only in-person event at her West Hollywood boutique, SUTTON. Fittingly titled "Cashmere & Caviar", Sutton held the event to showcase her partnership with CARIAGGI, an Italian brand known for exporting some of the best Cashmere yarns in the world. The new Cashmere line is unique in the sense that it is created in what can be known as a "Capsule Collection". This...
WASHINGTON, DC, May 6 – The isolation triggered by the pandemic has caused many seniors to re-evaluate their living conditions, particularly those who are living alone. "To be sure, the lack of nearby or live-in family members ranks high in considering a move to a more senior-friendly locale," according to Rebecca Weber, CEO of the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. And Weber points out that the Bureau of Labor Statistics [BLS] estimates there are currently some 10.6 million s...
Dear Sacramento Mass Shooter: Mr. SMILEY MARTIN, Should I call you Smiley or Mr. Martin? I think California's Dumbest Criminal suits you better. You're are the Biggest Loser. I clearly remember how it felt waking up to the news of a gang shoot out, in Sacramento, no less. 6 dead. 3 gang members and 3 innocent civilians. Well, I've got a bone to pick you, Smiley. Your brother died in the gun fight. Your name is 'Smiley.' What a stupid name. For a stupid individual. Your mother named you that....
Ask Rusty – Can a Widower Get Full Survivor Benefits Early? Dear Rusty: My wife passed from COVID-related heart disease in 2020, just short of her 65th birthday. I will be 66 in May 2023. Do I have any recourse for a part of her benefit? Online at ssa.gov it says I can retire 4 months early due to her passing. Is that true? I'm confused on these issues. Signed: Confused Widower Dear Confused: Our condolences on the untimely loss of your wife. To answer your question, you are already eligible t...
Joaquin Phoenix, the weird actor known for his role in Joker, announced that he may produce a film adaptation of Free The Animals, a book lauding the terroristic efforts of the Animal Liberation Front. Phoenix has a long history of animal liberation activism, including multiple public outbursts where he has urged people to adopt his vegan beliefs. Phoenix was executive producer of the 2019 schlock-umentary The Animal People, a revisionist film that attempted to put a good face to SHAC activists...
Celebrate Mother's Day anyway you can but don't miss the opportunity to honor mom. The opportunities pass us by. While mom is alive is the time to do something for her. Too often someone dies and we want to make sure we attend their funeral and buy flowers. We talk about missed opportunities. While your special person is alive is the time to cherish and make a big deal about that person. Do what you can do. Mom's simply want to know you care. You could clean out the garage or clean the house....
13: Actress Amber Heard made her all the following points as she took the witness stand in the defamation lawsuit filed by Johnny Depp. Direct examination: 1. At first Depp was very nice at first and gave her father gifts. But he would change later escalating over time. 2. During the filming of Rum Diaries, he kissed me hard with his tongue. That was part of the script for him to kiss me but not like that. I was living with a woman at the time and he sent over gifts; books of poetry, wine,...
Yeah, I stumbled mentally. I didn't fall. There's a lot bad things on the prison yard right now. I've told you that already. I have not had any drug cravings in a very long time. There has also been a lot of tobacco smoking in this place recently. I am a cigarette smoker on the street. However, due to my recovery from old behaviors, I do not smoke here in prison because tobacco is not allowed. My recovery involves discipline and doing what's right no matter what. It's been about 5 years since I...
17: Savoy is a region in France. But for an evening, you could find the Prince of Savoy at a charity event in DTLA. American Foundation of Savoy Orders 4th Annual Royal Gala benefiting children's charity Catarina's Club was held at the Jonathan Club, in Downtown Los Angeles The Guest of Honor was His Royal Highness the Hereditary Crown Prince of Italy Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy, Prince of Venice and Prince of Piedmont. The Caterina's Club, Savoy Orders beneficiary in Los Angeles mission is...
