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Aug 17 2025BUSINESS

Playboy Swaps L. A. for Miami Beach: A Business Move

Playboy is making a big change. They are moving their main office from Los Angeles to Miami Beach. The company's boss, Ben Kohn, says California is not a good place for businesses. He thinks it is too costly to run a company there. Miami Beach, on the other hand, is welcoming. Kohn says the city is

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Aug 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Scenes: The Hidden Life of Porn Sets

In the heart of California's San Fernando Valley, ordinary homes took on extraordinary roles. These weren't just houses; they were stages for adult films, blending everyday life with fantasy. A photographer named Larry Sultan found himself drawn to this unusual world. He noticed the small details th

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Aug 03 2025POLITICS

California's Governor Race: Who's in the Lead Now?

With Kamala Harris out of the running for California's governor, the race is wide open. The field is packed with candidates, each trying to stand out. Former U. S. Rep. Katie Porter seems to have a slight edge. She's been raising money fast and has some support in polls. But others, like Xavier Bece

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Aug 02 2025CELEBRITIES

A Royal Family's Day Out: Surfing and Sunshine

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were spotted enjoying a sunny day at Santa Claus Beach in Carpinteria, near Santa Barbara. They were there to teach their son, Archie, how to surf. Archie, who is six years old, is already showing a love for adventure and the outdoors.

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Jul 18 2025POLITICS

California's Bold Move: Redrawing Political Lines

California is considering a bold move to redraw its political maps. This comes after Texas Republicans announced plans to adjust their own districts. The idea is to balance the political playing field. But there are big questions about whether this is a good idea. Governor Gavin Newsom is leading t

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Jul 18 2025POLITICS

How Ranked Choice Voting Could Shake Up California's Political Scene

California's political landscape might look quite different if ranked choice voting became the norm. This system, where voters rank candidates by preference, has already made waves in places like New York City. In the recent mayoral race, a lesser-known candidate, Zohran Mamdani, beat a well-establi

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Jul 14 2025HEALTH

Cool Homes, Hot Truths: How Air Conditioning and Social Factors Shape Health in California

In California, the presence of air conditioning (AC) in homes plays a significant role in health outcomes during hot weather. Researchers have looked at data from 27 cities and found that having AC can lower the risk of heat-related hospital visits. However, it does not completely eliminate the dang

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

How Ranked-Choice Voting Could Shake Up California's Political Scene

Ranked-choice voting is making waves in some U. S. cities, and California might be next. This voting method lets people rank candidates by preference, instead of just picking one. If no one gets more than half the votes, the candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is dropped, and their supporte

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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

California's Stand on Transgender Athletes: A Clash of Fairness and Equality

California is making waves by standing firm on its policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in women's sports. The state recently turned down a proposal from the federal government to bar transgender-identifying biological males from these competitions. This move has sparked a heated debate a

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

California's Crime Numbers: A Closer Look at Newsom's Claims

California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, has been using crime statistics to defend the state's reputation. He often highlights that California's homicide rate is lower than some other states, like Missouri. However, this comparison is misleading. Missouri's high homicide rate is largely due to St. Louis

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