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The Death of "Free" Streaming? How Ad-Tiers Saved the Industry in 2025 #netflix #streaming
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- The Death of "Free" Streaming? How Ad-Tiers Saved the Industry in 2025 #netflix #streaming
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- According to the 2026 Ampere Analysis report, global streaming subscription revenue officially surpassed $157 billion in 2025. With a 14% year-over-year increase, we break down how Netflix price hikes and the surge in ad-supported tiers are reshaping the entertainment economy.
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- "I Am Ready" — Celine Dion's Emotional Return to the Stage!
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- 0:43
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- 5 months ago
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- Celine Dion has officially announced her "Celine Dion Paris 2026" residency, a 10-show comeback at the Paris La Défense Arena starting September 12. This marks her triumphant return to headlining after her Stiff-Person Syndrome diagnosis and her iconic 2024 Olympic performance.
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- Mattel Layoffs 2026: 65 Jobs Cut at El Segundo Headquarters #mattel #barbie
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Mattel has officially filed a WARN notice to cut 65 jobs at its El Segundo headquarters, marking its third round of layoffs in the last year. As toy sales decline and the company pivots toward digital gaming, we look at what this means for the future of Barbie and Hot Wheels
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- Viagra Ingredient Spiked Chocolate Recalled in California
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The FDA has issued a recall for two California-based chocolate products found to contain undeclared prescription drug ingredients used in erectile dysfunction medications.
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- FDA Recall: Viagra Found in California Chocolate + Mattel Layoffs | Business News 04/01/2026
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The FDA has issued a recall for two California-based chocolate products after they were found to contain undeclared prescription drug ingredients commonly used in erectile dysfunction medications. This raises serious safety concerns for consumers who may unknowingly ingest these substances. In business news, Mattel is laying off 65 employees at its El Segundo headquarters as part of a broader restructuring effort following declining toy sales and market value losses. Here’s what you need to know about both stories and what they mean moving forward.
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- U.S. Gas Prices Soar Past $4 a Gallon | Headline News 03/31/2026
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- 4:21
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The Iran War has entered its fifth week, with major economic consequences mounting across the region. A new United Nations Development Programme projection warns the conflict could shrink regional economies by up to 6 percent and push 4 million more people into poverty. Meanwhile, gas prices in the U.S. have surged past an average of $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022. Also, today marks the first Farmworkers Day, replacing Cesar Chavez Day in California after a New York Times investigation raised allegations of sexual abuse tied to Chavez, prompting the removal of his name from public spaces and observances.
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- Stocks Surge to Close Out Rough Month and Quarter | The Financial Market (Mar 31, 2026)
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- 5:42
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- 5 months ago
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- Tuesday. March 31st. From the NYSE, markets bounce Tuesday afternoon, but major indexes are on track to post steep losses for March and the first quarter as oil surges and geopolitical risks weigh on sentiment.
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- Pentagon’s Anthropic Bashing Rekindles Silicon Valley’s Resistance to War
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The AI company Anthropic is suing the Pentagon after being blacklisted as a "supply chain risk" following a dispute over the military's use of its technology for autonomous weapons and surveillance.
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- As Oil Prices Rise, Airfares Are Surging and Some Airlines Might Not Survive
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Surging oil prices driven by the Iran War are forcing airlines to raise ticket prices and threatening the stability of budget carriers.
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- Jessi Draper Goes Wild with Allegations About Estranged Husband Jordan Ngatikaura
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Reality star Jessi Draper has accused her estranged husband, Jordan Ngatikura, of emotional abuse and blackmail following his recent filing for divorce.
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- Epstein Allegedly Acted as Go-Between to Block 9/11 Victim Families From Suing Saudi Arabia
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- EXCLUSIVE: New Files Examined By Intelligence Analyst Reveal Jeffery Epstein Allegedly Acted as Go-Between to Block 9/11 Victim Families From Suing Saudi Arabia
“What he's blocking is the ability of people to get reparations for, as you said, 3,000 people killed… What role is he playing? Why is he playing this role?”
“It makes you wonder for what purposes is he engaged in this?”
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- Testing for Toxins in Smoke-Damaged Homes Could Be Mandatory
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- California is considering a bill that would require insurance companies to pay for mandatory toxin testing in homes damaged by wildfire smoke to ensure they are safe for habitation. Meanwhile, the AI company Anthropic is suing the Pentagon after being blacklisted as a "supply chain risk" following a dispute over the military's use of its technology for autonomous weapons and surveillance.
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- Jessi Draper Goes Wild with Allegations About Estranged Husband Jordan Ngatikaura
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Reality star Jessi Draper has accused her estranged husband, Jordan Ngatikura, of emotional abuse and blackmail following his recent filing for divorce. Meanwhile, a woman has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and assault charges after allegedly firing dozens of rounds at Rihanna’s Los Angeles residence.
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- Sabina Gault, CEO, Konnect Agency
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- 18:42
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Sabina Gault is founder and CEO of Konnect Agency, a full-service communications and marketing firm in Los Angeles. She discusses building her brand, offers tips on crisis communications, and explains how she is rethinking PR for today’s audiences. Those interested in building a creative, high-profile agency will find insight here.
Tags: public relations, konnect agency, social media, crisis communications, romania, instagram, youtube, los angeles times, marketing, brand storytelling, media,
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- Stocks Bounce to Start Holiday-Shortened Week | The Financial Market (March 30, 2026)
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- 4:58
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Monday. March 30th. From the NYSE, stocks are rebounding Monday after a five-week losing streak on hopes for de-escalation in Iran, but elevated oil prices are keeping investors on edge.
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- Walmart Deliveries by Drone May Soon Be Coming to the San Francisco Bay Area
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Google's drone delivery startup is expanding its residential service to the San Francisco Bay Area to offer ultra-fast delivery for small packages in partnership with retailers like Walmart.
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- Stocks Slide as Investors De-Risk | The Financial Market (Mar 27, 2026)
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- 5:21
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Friday. March 27th. From the NYSE, rising oil, Fed uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions drive a shift out of tech and into defensive sectors, with the S&P 500 on pace for a fifth straight week of losses.
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- ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series Gets Magical Trailer and Release Date | Entertainment News 03/27/2026
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- HBO has released the first trailer for its “Harry Potter” television series, revealing a Christmas Day premiere date. Meanwhile, Texas-based duo Hermanos Espinoza is rising in the music scene with their debut album “Linaje,” which blends traditional norteño sounds with themes of family legacy and faith.
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- Walmart Deliveries by Drone May Soon Be Coming to the San Francisco Bay Area
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Google's drone delivery startup is expanding its residential service to the San Francisco Bay Area to offer ultra-fast delivery for small packages in partnership with retailers like Walmart. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos is raising a $100 billion fund to acquire manufacturing companies and integrate advanced AI technology into factory floors to automate production.
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- Plus-Size Fashion Chain Torrid to Shutter a Third of its Stores
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Plus-size fashion retailer Torrid is shuttering a significant portion of its physical locations as it shifts focus toward digital sales.
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- Straight to the Point: Exposing Epstein's Saudi 9/11 Connection
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- 21:23
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- EXCLUSIVE: New Files Examined By Law Enforcement/Intelligence Analyst Reveal Jeffery Epstein Allegedly Acted as Go-Between to Block 9/11 Victim Families From Suing Saudi Arabia And Details Possible FARA Violations
This week on Straight to the Point I sat down with Morgan Wright, a nationally recognized cybersecurity, law enforcement and intelligence analyst. Wright analyzes the new revelations from the Epstein files and discusses evidence that Jeffrey Epstein functioned as a high-level influence operator allegedly protecting Saudi Arabian interests which included apparent attempts to block 9/11 families lawsuits before Trump took office, a 9/11 “shadow” commission with Ghislaine Maxwell, and bragging about SCIF access with Steve Bannon. Wright also says that Epstein fits the exact profile of individuals valuable to the CIA National Resources Division and questions why Epstein was never investigated for apparent violations of foreign lobbying laws by either party.
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- OpenAI Will Shut Down its Sora Tool | Entertainment News 03/26/2026
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- OpenAI has announced the shutdown of its AI video tool, Sora, just months after a proposed partnership with Disney. Meanwhile, Netflix is developing a reboot of the 2004 romantic comedy “13 Going on 30,” with original star Jennifer Garner serving as an executive producer.
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- Stocks Slip as Oil Climbs, Nasdaq Nears Correction Territory | The Financial Market (Mar 26, 2026)
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- 5:20
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Thursday. March 26th. From the NYSE, rising crude prices tied to escalating Iran tensions are weighing on equities Thursday, with tech leading declines and the Nasdaq approaching correction territory.
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- If fitness and nutrition feel more confusing than ever, you're not imagining it.
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak has worked with some of the most recognizable bodies in the world. His take on what actually moves the needle is simpler than you'd expect and more honest than most of what's in your feed.
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- OpenAI Will Shut Down its Sora Tool #chatgpt #sora2
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- OpenAI has announced the shutdown of its AI video tool, Sora, just months after a proposed partnership with Disney.
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- Zoox Robotaxis to Roam in More San Francisco Neighborhoods and Cover New Cities
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Amazon-backed Zoox is quadrupling its autonomous vehicle service area in San Francisco and preparing for launches in Austin and Miami. Meanwhile, plus-size fashion retailer Torrid is shuttering a significant portion of its physical locations as it shifts focus toward digital sales.
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- What a Celebrity Trainer Actually Wants You to Know About Diet and Fitness
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- 38:00
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- If fitness and nutrition feel more confusing than ever, you're not imagining it. Most of what's out there is louder than it is useful.
Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak has worked with some of the most recognizable bodies in the world. His take on what actually moves the needle is simpler than you'd expect and more honest than most of what's in your feed.
In this episode, he breaks down the biggest myths around strength training, calorie counting, and popular diets. He will also explain why you don’t need an hour in the gym, what's actually driving weight gain, and why restrictive diets almost always get misinterpreted.
What comes out of it is a more sustainable, less complicated way to think about your health and the kind of advice that sticks because it's actually doable.
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- Malls and Department Stores are Fading, But Discounters Like Ross are Booming
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Discount retailers like Ross are seeing record growth in California as consumers pivot away from traditional department stores due to increased economic anxiety.
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- One Beverly Hills Developer Raises $4.3 billion to Finish the Massive Luxury Project
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Developers of the massive One Beverly Hills luxury complex have secured $4.3 billion in financing to complete the 17.5-acre project
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- Inside Disney's $70-million Gamble on 'The Bachelorette' Star Taylor Frankie Paul
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Disney is facing a potential $70 million loss after scrapping the nearly completed season of “The Bachelorette” following a domestic altercation involving lead Taylor Frankie Paul. Meanwhile, Kendra and Joseph Duggar face multiple charges of child endangerment and false imprisonment in Arkansas. These arrests follow a separate investigation into Joseph Duggar and add to the ongoing legal scandals surrounding the former reality television family.
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- Stocks Rise on Hopes of Iran De-Escalation | The Financial Market (Mar 25, 2026)
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- 4:31
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Wednesday. March 25th. From the NYSE, oil is pulling back on hopes of easing U.S.-Iran tensions, lifting stocks, while earnings and housing data show consumers holding up but feeling the pinch from higher costs and borrowing rates.
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- Trump Deploys 2,000 Troops to Iran War | Headline News 03/25/2026
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- 3:28
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The United States and Israel's war on Iran is going on a month now, with Iran reportedly dismissing President Trump's ceasefire plan and offering a proposal of their own. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is ordering 2,000 soldiers from the Army's 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East. In total, an estimated 50,000 U.S. troops are stationed throughout the region in what the Pentagon is calling "Operation Epic Fury." And lawmakers are facing intense pressure to fund the Department of Homeland Security as travel chaos spreads across the country, with the Senate appearing to be closing in on a deal that would fund parts of DHS like TSA, but not ICE, which has been at the core of the dispute. Now, airlines are turning up the heat on lawmakers. Delta Airlines announced Wednesday that it will suspend special accommodations for members of Congress, including airport escorts and priority travel support. Read more at https://LATimes.com.
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- Inside Disney's $70-million Gamble on 'The Bachelorette' Star Taylor Frankie Paul #bachelorette
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Disney is facing a potential $70 million loss after scrapping the nearly completed season of “The Bachelorette” following a domestic altercation involving lead Taylor Frankie Paul.
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- Malls and Department Stores are Fading, But Discounters Like Ross are Booming
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Discount retailers like Ross are seeing record growth in California as consumers pivot away from traditional department stores due to increased economic anxiety. Meanwhile, developers of the massive One Beverly Hills luxury complex have secured $4.3 billion in financing to complete the 17.5-acre project.
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- Stocks Swing as Oil Rebounds, Iran Uncertainty Lingers | The Financial Market (Mar 24, 2026)
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- 3:57
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Tuesday. March 24th. From the NYSE, markets reversed early losses to trade mostly higher Tuesday as oil rebounds and conflicting signals on U.S.-Iran talks keep investors cautious, with weakness in tech and software limiting gains.
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- Under Intense Scrutiny Over DHS, Markwayne Mullin Sworn In as Secretary | Headline News 03/24/2026
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- 3:57
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Markwayne Mullin was sworn in Tuesday as DHS secretary, taking the reins of a department that's faced growing scrutiny over its immigration enforcement and mass deportation operations. The Oklahoma senator and former MMA fighter is an ally of President Trump and has long supported his predecessor, Kristi Noem. Meanwhile, a University of Southern California professor created a methodology that determined which candidates from the California gubernatorial race should be invited to a debate. That debate was supposed to happen on Tuesday night, but USC canceled it with less than 24 hours notice after they received backlash for not including any candidates of color. Read more at https://LATimes.com.
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- Uber and Rivian Plan to Bring Robotaxis to California
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Uber and Rivian have announced a partnership to deploy up to 50,000 autonomous R2 robotaxis across North America and Europe by 2031.
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- 'Project Hail Mary' Rockets to the Top of the Box Office
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- “Project Hail Mary” achieved the biggest domestic opening of the year, which is a big win for Amazon MGM Studios who heavily promoted the movie as an example of the blockbuster films it can deliver.
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- Why is it so hard to build in LA? This Developer Knows.
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- As former CEO of one of LA’s largest landlords, Jaime Lee helped drive Koreatown’s growth. Now, she’s warning the city about what’s coming next for housing.
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- Teresa Barreira Introduces "Diaries of Transformation"
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- 1:25
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Teresa Barreira (Publicis Sapient) talks about partnering with LA Times Studios to create the Diaries of Transformation series.
Five films that “elevate human ingenuity and real progress.”
The films include: “The Book of George”, “House of Light”, “Land of Lost Toys”, “Maybe It’s Just the Rain” and “Waterfall Hunters.”
Learn more about the “Diaries of Transformation” series at https://latimes.com/diaries-of-transformation
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- California Considers Restrictions on Social Media for Kids
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- California lawmakers are debating a bipartisan bill that would prohibit children under 16 from maintaining social media accounts as concern over teen mental health continues to grow.
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- California Considers Restrictions on Social Media for Kids
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- California lawmakers are debating a bipartisan bill that would prohibit children under 16 from maintaining social media accounts as concern over teen mental health continues to grow. Meanwhile, Uber and Rivian have announced a partnership to deploy up to 50,000 autonomous R2 robotaxis across North America and Europe by 2031.
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- Meet the developer behind Koreatown’s comeback | Business Innovators UnPlugged
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- 15:20
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Jaime Lee helped turn Koreatown into one of Los Angeles’ most active development hubs.
As the former CEO of Jamison, one of the city’s largest private landlords, she led major office-to-residential conversions, including 38 apartment buildings since 2013.
Lee has often been the only Asian woman serving on civic and nonprofit boards of directors. Her volunteer service has included the Board of Harbor Commissioners for the Port of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles City Employees’ Retirement System Board of Administration, and the Board of Trustees for USC, where she earned undergraduate and law degrees. She’s currently serving as a member of the California Coastal Commission.
Now, she’s calling out the obstacles slowing housing and sharing how the city can fix them
Tags: housing, los angeles, jaime lee, jamison properties, koreatown, affordable housing, rentals, starter homes, housing crisis, california mayor karen bass, altadena fires, ...
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- Dr. Cara Natterson's Number #1 Tip for Talking to Teens
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- From environmental exposures and chronic stress to the neuroscience of adolescence, Dr. Natterson gives parents the science they need to understand what their kids are actually going through. She also addresses the support gap between boys and girls, the limits of school sex education, and how to talk to your kids in ways that actually land.
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- Branded Panel: The Global Pitch — A Journey Through the International Film Market
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- 43:00
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Film festivals are now more important than ever, especially for the next generation. Younger audiences want a sense of community that goes beyond a film and festivals are often the first place that anyone hears about an independent film. It’s about finding your audience, and the international hubs have gained a lasting advantage.
President & CEO David Magdael (David Magdael & Associates) , Founder Ella Mische (Croatia International Film Festival ) and Producer Valerie Steinberg discuss how for the modern filmmaker, the strategy must begin at the point of conception.
Producers are now encouraging creators to think about their global platform before the first frame is shot.
It is no longer enough to make a great movie; you must understand where people are watching content and who, in the furthest corners of the globe, is waiting to join your community.
This branded panel is underwritten by Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business and produ...
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- Branded Panel: The New Hollywood Hustle — Building a Creative Career in the Digital Age
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- 45:48
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- CultureCon Founder & CEO Imani Ellis, Bleecker Street President & CMO Tyler DiNapoli and Topicals Co-Founder & CEO Olamide Olowe all began their businesses in their apartment living rooms. A similar start to many of the industry giants we see today.
In a panel discussion, participants delve into how they anchor storytelling, intentional community, brand development, and business within the growing “trust economy”.
They recognize and come to terms with the idea that brands, media, and creators are intersecting across all forms, often in unexpected ways, but developing your idea even today still needs an analog skillset.
This branded panel is underwritten by Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business and produced by LA Times Studios.
The views expressed are those of the speakers and does not reflect the views of JPMorgan Chase and does not convey endorsing any companies,
brands, products, or third parties mentioned during the panels....
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- Plane Crash at LaGuardia Airport Kills 2 Pilots, Injures Dozens | Headline News 03/23/2026
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- 4:17
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- At New York City's LaGuardia Airport, two pilots were killed and dozens more injured after an Air Canada plane crashed into a Port Authority fire truck. The Federal Aviation Administration closed LaGuardia until the late afternoon on Monday. The fatal collision comes as anxiety surrounding air travel is already growing due to the ongoing partial government shutdown, which has led to hourslong security lines at some airports tied to a nationwide shortage of TSA agents. Meanwhile, President Trump calmed some market uncertainty brought on by the war in Iran, which is entering its fourth week, announcing a five-day moratorium on U.S. attacks of Iranian energy sites; this caused oil prices to come down, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all ticking up. Read more at https://LATimes.com.
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- Stocks Rally After Trump Signals Pause in Iran Strikes | The Financial Market (Mar 23, 2026)
- Runtime
- 5:21
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Monday. March 23rd. From the NYSE, major indexes are climbing more than 1% Monday, with market breadth strengthening after President Trump says the U.S. will delay potential strikes on Iran, sending oil prices sharply lower and lifting sectors from tech to travel.
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- Call Me Mommy! Carly Rae Jepsen, Cole M.G.N. welcome baby #carlyraejepsen
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Singer Carly Rae Jepsen and her husband have announced the birth of their first child following their recent marriage.
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- Edison Executive Pay Soars Despite Devastating Eaton Fire
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Edison International's CEO received a significant pay raise even as the utility faces scrutiny over its potential role in the fatal Eaton Fires.
