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Mandy Moore Tells Critics To ‘F Off’ After Backlash Over In-Laws’ GoFundMe Amid LA Wildfire | WATCH
Mandy Moore faced criticism for posting a GoFundMe link to assist her in-laws, whose house was destroyed in the LA fires. Critics argue that the actress, due to her wealth, is disconnected from reality and should not seek donations. In...
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Celebrated Canadian trumpeter loses L.A. home to wildfires
Jens Lindemann was able to grab a few cherished items from his home in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood of Los Angeles before it was lost to fire: eight of his 35 trumpets, a blazer, a T-shirt and his Order of Canada pin.
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Los Angeles fire victims may not have insurance to rebuild
California’s wildfires are devastating the Los Angeles area, but insurance companies previously cut coverage in the state as a result of the increasing likelihood of paying billions in damages each year.
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Watch Duty CEO Explains How the App Can Help Los Angeles County Residents
Watch Duty CEO, John Mills, talks to Cheddar about how the app works, how it helps people in real time and how people can donate to help those affected.
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Jimmy Carter, former U.S. president, dead at 100
Jimmy Carter, the Georgia peanut farmer who was elected as the 39th U.S. president and later earned a Nobel Peace Prize as a global champion of human rights, has died. He was 100.
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Extended family of Menendez brothers advocate for their release
The extended family of Erik and Lyle Menendez will advocate for the brothers’ release from prison, during a news conference Wednesday in downtown Los Angeles. City prosecutors are reviewing new evidence in the case.
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Menendez brothers’ murder convictions to be reviewed over new evidence
Almost 30 years after Lyle and Erik Menendez were found guilty of murdering their wealthy parents, L.A. prosecutors have announced they’ll review evidence of alleged sexual abuse brought forth by their attorney.
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House Tour: This Well-Appointed 1920s Apartment Is the Home of Vintage Expert Duo, Highboy LA
See inside the stunning home of Katie and Cody, the duo behind popular IG account Highboy LA. They share oodles of interior inspiration with their vintage-filled 750-square-foot rental apartment.
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The Earthquake-Tsunami Disaster that Threatens the Pacific Northwest
A massive earthquake is expected to hit the Pacific Northwest at some point, due to the Cascadia Subduction Zone. This 9.2 magnitude quake could trigger a huge tsunami and destroy major cities like Seattle, collapsing buildings, roads,...
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Chicago: Boomtown to Modern Marvel
Chicago became one of the most important cities in the U.S. thanks to its central location, booming railroad and river networks, and its role in agriculture and industry. It grew rapidly by processing goods like grain and meat, shipping...
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How Governments Encourage Renewable Energy and Electric Vehicles
Burning coal and natural gas to make electricity causes the most pollution globally, but policies like feed-in tariffs and renewable energy standards help encourage the switch to wind and solar. Texas has been successful in growing clean...
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How Clever Urban Design & Transit Cut CO2 Emissions
One of the best ways to cut pollution from transportation is to make cities easier to walk or bike in and to improve public transit, like Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), which is cheaper than building subways and still very effective. Cities...
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Global Temperatures are Rising at Unprecedented Speed
Scientists know that greenhouse gases from human activities are warming the Earth and causing major changes in the environment. Dr. Jennifer Francis explains that for thousands of years, Earth’s temperature was mostly stable due to...
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Revolutionary Rainwater Catching System Transforms Los Angeles
In this video, we learn about the innovative solution of catching rainwater in underground systems in Los Angeles. With the city importing most of its water and losing billions of liters to the sea, this idea presents a cost-effective...
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The Evolution of Trains: From Ancient Rails to Hyperloop
This video provides a brief history of trains, from ancient carts on wooden rails to the invention of steam-powered trains and the emergence of electric commuter trains. It highlights the impact of trains on society, making...
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Why So Few Americans Live In This HUGE Area Of The West Coast
The west coast of the United States is home to over 50 million Americans. From San Diego and Los Angeles in the south, up to the San Francisco and Sacramento metro areas in central California, and then Portland and Seattle in the north,...
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Five Events That Will Change America By 2050
2050 is getting closer. While at one point that year felt like a far off future year, we're actually getting close enough to it that we can make some pretty realistic predictions of what might happen. And because I do so much research...
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Landmarks - Hollywood Sign
HOLLYWOOD SIGN HOLLYWOOD HAS LONG CONSIDERED ITSELF THE CENTRE OF THE MOVIE UNIVERSE AND HERE’S THE SHOT TO PROVE IT. THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN AS CAPTURED FROM SPACE. BACK DOWN ON EARTH THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN RECENTLY UNDERWENT A FACELIFT. IT’S...
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34 NEW STATES: Why Every Major U.S. City Should Be Its Own State, But Never Will Be
Hawaii was the last state to be admitted to the Union, all the way back in 1959. But since then the country has grown by more than 150 million Americans, the vast majority of which have migrated to the major cities of the country....
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Los Angeles Subway: Overcoming Challenges for a Sustainable Future
This video discusses the challenges faced in constructing the Los Angeles subway system, which was built on a seismic fault line. Despite the difficulties, the subway tunnels are considered to be some of the soundest constructions in the...
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Los Angeles: The Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, and the Birthplace of Movies
Exploring Los Angeles, USA:Our journey concludes in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, where dreams become reality amidst the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Stroll along the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame, adorned with over 2,000 stars...
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Inside GM's Advanced Design Studio: Creating the Ultimate LA Machine
This video showcases GM's Advanced Design Studio in North Hollywood, where Californian culture influences the creation of fashionable car concepts. The designers utilize a combination of low and high tech tools, including powerful...
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The Top 4 MEGAREGIONS Of The United States: How These Regions Dominate The Country
The United States is comprised of 50 full states and a handful of territories. But over the last few decades, a new concept has risen to explain regions that are interconnected despite state or even international borders: the megaregion....
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Designing a Bioclimatic Home in Los Angeles
Explore how a family in Culver City built a sustainable home that addresses the challenges of Los Angeles' Mediterranean climate. Learn about the bioclimatic design, solar panels, and energy-efficient features that minimize CO2 emissions...