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L.A. Comic Con Announces Early Bird Sale & Talent Lineup With a Pledge of Support for SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strike

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

In the heart of Los Angeles, a glimmer of hope shines through the turmoil of a city deeply affected by two ongoing strikes in its largest industry. L.A. Comic Con, the LA-born event for pop culture, entertainment, gaming and anime enthusiasts, just announced its annual return, offering a beacon of light in these challenging times. As tens of thousands of Angelinos find their livelihoods put on hold due to ongoing strikes, the future of these conventions become ever more significant in the entertainment landscape.For the first time since 1960, The Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and the Writers Guild of America (WGA) are both on strike simultaneously, pledging support for each other’s causes against the mistreatment from the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), which includes frustrations over poor streaming residuals, lack of job security, and the increased investment into artificial intelligence to ...

10PM Curfew Propels Its Portfolio Expansion via a Pioneering Strategy, Debuting the Prominent Handle @Makeup

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

Hey there, social media savants! Ever heard of 10PM Curfew? If you haven’t, it’s time to get on board. They’re the juggernauts of the female lifestyle social publishing network, clocking in a whopping two billion views monthly across major platforms.The recent expansion of their portfolio has been making waves in the digital sea, most notably with the debut of their new handle, @Makeup. Intrigued? Stick around, and we’ll give you the lowdown on how this trailblazing brand is lighting up the social media skies.How It All Began: The 10PM Curfew Origin StoryLet’s rewind the clock a bit. Picture it: Los Angeles, 2010. Enter Darren Lopes and Razvan Romanescu – serial entrepreneurs and social media virtuosos. Their dream? To take social media handles with few followers and turn them into channels teeming with millions of fans. And boy, did they deliver!10PM Curfew was born out of this vision and has since grown into a network boasting over 50 million follower...

The Rise of a Teenage Phenom: Meet Daniel Avital, Million-Dollar Business Owner

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

The world often associates success with experience instead of talent. However, one name is shining bright against this belief—not just as an exception—but as an example to aspiring teens who love to dream big. Daniel Avital, 18-year-old high school student and entrepreneur, is already running successful brands as well as being an accomplished athlete.Curious to test the entrepreneurial waters, at the tender age of 13, he started his business journey with two thriving business ventures, Danny’s Kicks (a high-end sneaker brand) and Avital Exotics—a scaling car rental business. With a passion to start his own venture, Daniel started selling 3D-printed phone cases for a mere $10 and gradually climbed up the ladder of success. After gaining some experience in business, he aimed to start a luxury brand, which is how he founded Danny’s Kicks. This million-dollar brand is recognized for its impressive collection of rare sneakers and is currently a leading supplier to numerous st...

10X Experts: How Antonella Attorre and Alfredo Barulli Built a VIP Publicity Empire in Dubai

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

In the ever-evolving world of social media and influencer marketing, success stories that stem from humble beginnings always captivate our attention. One such remarkable tale is that of Antonella Attorre, who transformed her life and carved a niche for herself in the world of luxury travel. Alongside her husband and famous influencer, Alfredo Barulli, Antonella went on to co-found 10X Experts, a VIP Publicity agency based in Dubai. Let’s delve into their journey and discover the secrets behind their rise to prominence.Antonella’s rise began in 2013 when she created her Instagram account, initially using it as a personal platform to share snippets of her life. Little did she know that this simple act would lay the foundation for her future success. After a few years, Antonella and Alfredo boldly decided to relocate to Dubai, where their dreams of exploring the world and sharing their experiences with a broader audience would genuinely take flight.In Dubai, Antonella fully...

Shanese Marielee Bradshaw Killed in Hit-and-Run on Watt Avenue [North Highlands, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

Driver Arrested Following Fatal Pedestrian Crash near Orange Grove AvenueNORTH HIGHLANDS, CA (August 1, 2023) – Wednesday evening, a hit-and-run collision on Watt Avenue took the life of Shanese Marielee Bradshaw.Police responded to the crash shortly after 9:00 p.m. in the area of Watt Avenue and Orange Grove Avenues.Upon arrival, CHP officers determined that a black 2011 Lexus GS350 hit the victim and immediately fled the scene.Responding medical personnel transported the female pedestrian to Mercy San Juan Medical Center where she succumbed to her injuries.Later, the Sacramento County coroner’s office identified the deceased victim as 25-year-old Shanese Marielee Bradshaw. Her place of residence remains unknown.On Thursday, the California Highway Patrol managed to track down and arrest the suspect. However, the suspect was not publicly identified by the authorities.Investigators encourage anyone with additional information about the Watt Avenue hit-and-run to contact them at...

Randall Schriefer and 4 Others Killed in Head-On Crash on Interstate 5 [Corning, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

Kelly Schriefer Seriously Injured after Two-Vehicle Crash near Liberal Avenue Left 5 People DeadCORNING, CA (August 1, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 left Randall Schriefer and four other people dead.The collision happened on July 29th, at around 12:45 p.m. along southbound Interstate 5, south of Liberal Avenue.According to reports, a 2003 Infiniti veered into the oncoming lanes and collided with a 2016 Ram truck. Investigators said the occupants of the Infiniti, including the male driver, 42, a 47-year-old man, a 36-year-old woman, and an 8-year-old girl were not wearing seatbelts.The impact of the collision ejected all four occupants from the Infiniti, leaving them with fatal injuries. At this time, their names remain undisclosed to the public.The Ram truck driver also died at the scene. He was later identified as 52-year-old Randall “Randy” Schriefer of Morgan Hill. Schriefer is a recently retired police captain of the San Jose P...

Trump burns through donors’ money as legal troubles mount

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

By Fredreka Schouten, David Wright and Melissa Holzberg DePalo | CNNFormer President Donald Trump has raised formidable sums, but his political operation is burning through money as his legal troubles mount, new filings show.His joint fundraising committee brought in more than $53 million during the first six months of the year, but the committees associated with his 2024 White House bid have spent even more.The high rate of spending is apparent in Trump’s leadership PAC, where more than 70% – or some $21 million – of its total disbursements during the first six months of the year went to pay the growing legal bills for Trump and his associates, a report filed Monday with federal regulators shows.The leadership PAC, Save America, started July with a little more than $3.6 million remaining in its bank accounts – a fraction of the nearly $18.3 million in reserves it had at the start of the year – underscoring how much the wealthy former president has relied on political contributors t...

Sheila Oliver, New Jersey’s lieutenant governor, dies at 71

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

By Mike Catalni | Associated PressTRENTON, N.J. — Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver, who rose to become one of New Jersey’s most prominent Black leaders and passionately advocated for revitalizing cities and against gun violence, died Tuesday after a sudden illness. She was 71.No cause of death was given, according to a statement from her family issued by Gov. Phil Murphy’s office. Oliver was serving as acting governor while Murphy and his family are on vacation in Italy. His office said she had been hospitalized Monday.Murphy said he and his family are distraught at the news. Naming Oliver as his lieutenant governor was, he said, “the best decision I ever made.”She was the first Black woman to hold statewide elected office in New Jersey, winning the vote alongside Murphy in 2017 and again in 2021. She was a well-known figure in state government, and made history in 2010 by becoming the first Black woman to lead the state Assembly.In contrast to her predecessor, who rarely appeared alongside G...

Condominium sells in Palo Alto for $2.3 million

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

315 Homer Avenue – Google Street ViewThe property located in the 300 block of Homer Avenue in Palo Alto was sold on July 7, 2023. The $2,341,000 purchase price works out to $1,538 per square foot. The condominium, built in 2004, has an interior space of 1,522 square feet. The layout of this condo includes two bedrooms and two baths. The substantial lot measures 1,184 square feet and features a pool.Additional units that have recently been purchased close by include:On Channing Avenue, Palo Alto, in December 2022, a 1,781-square-foot unit was sold for $3,375,000, a price per square foot of $1,895. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In April 2023, a 2,140-square-foot unit on Channing Avenue in Palo Alto sold for $3,500,000, a price per square foot of $1,636. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 1,350-square-foot unit on the 700 block of Ramona Street in Palo Alto sold in May 2023, for $2,175,000, a price per square foot of $1,611. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. 

49ers QB Roll Call: Purdy’s strong encore, Lance’s viral video

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Here is Tuesday’s practice report from 49ers training camp on their four-quarterback stable:BROCK PURDYPracticing back-to-back days seems to agree with his surgically repaired throwing elbow. Keep in mind he is only four practices into a massive comeback. He looked sharp, controlled and Purdy-esque. He completed 8-of-11 passes, finishing with red-zone touchdown strikes to Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings. He also connected earlier in practice with Brandon Aiyuk twice, Samuel twice more, and George Kittle, so he obviously is tapping into first-team talent since seizing every single first-team rep upon his camp debut in practices last Thursday.“Just watching him on film in playoffs and watching now, it looks like he’s throwing the ball the same. It’s good for him and his confidence,” cornerback Isaiah Oliver said. “It takes an extra step or two coming back from injury. I’ve talked to him about it. As long as he’s confident and it doesn’t hurt, he’s going to be...