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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Pianist's Journey: How a 30-Year-Old Dropped 100 Pounds and Found His Groove

Losing weight is tough, but for Ludovic Zamor, it was a journey of self-discovery and resilience. At 27, he weighed 275 pounds, and simple tasks like climbing stairs felt like a challenge. His life had taken a tough turn after the pandemic and the loss of his manager and teacher. He was struggling w

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Nov 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

L. A. Stories Get a Boost: Three Docs Share $30K Grant

Los Angeles is full of stories. And now, three of them just got a helping hand. A grant meant to keep filmmakers in L. A. has given $30, 000 to three documentary projects. That's right, three winners instead of one. The cash will help these films grow and shine. The idea behind the grant is simple:

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Nov 01 2025CRIME

Think Twice Before Visiting Los Cabos: Safety First!

Los Cabos, a sunny paradise in Mexico, is a favorite spot for many travelers. However, the U. S. Department of State has a warning for those planning to visit. They've issued a Level 2 advisory for Baja California Sur, which includes Los Cabos. This means travelers should be extra careful due to ris

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Oct 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Los Angeles: Where Filming Fees Are Sky-High and Taxpayers Foot the Bill

Los Angeles is known for its glamour, but behind the scenes, filming here comes with a hefty price tag. The city's high permit fees and strict regulations are driving producers away. In 2019, an independent filmmaker paid $1, 500 a day for a fire marshal to inspect his shoot location in Griffith Par

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Oct 19 2025CRIME

Museum Heists: A Look at Some of the Biggest Art Thefts

Museums are supposed to be safe places for art. But sometimes, thieves find a way in. Here are some of the biggest art heists from museums around the world. In August 2023, the British Museum in London had a big problem. Over time, thieves had stolen about 2, 000 artifacts. This included gold jewel

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

Los Angeles Sees Big Drop in Homicides: What's Behind the Change?

Los Angeles is seeing a big drop in homicides. The city is on track to have the fewest murders in nearly 60 years. This is a huge deal because crime rates have been a big talking point in politics lately. The numbers show a clear trend. In the first half of the year, homicides dropped by more than

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May 29 2025HEALTH

Museum Workers Breathe In More Than Art

Museums are full of history, but they also hide tiny, invisible threats. Staff in a historical museum started noticing issues with their breathing. This led to a study to figure out what was in the air they were breathing in every day. The study looked at three different workdays. Scientists used s

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May 29 2025HEALTH

How Losing a Partner Affects Health

Losing a partner early in life can be incredibly tough. It brings a lot of stress and can even lead to serious health problems. This isn't just about feeling sad. The body goes through some big changes too. One key change is an increase in inflammation. This isn't the kind of inflammation you see on

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May 26 2025BUSINESS

How Do People Decide to Buy Museum Digital Goods?

Museums have been turning ancient artifacts into digital products. This has sparked a lot of interest in what makes people want to buy these items. The Value-Based Adoption Model was used to figure out what drives these purchasing decisions. This model looks at how people see the benefits and drawba

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Mar 17 2025HEALTH

Can Digital Tools Help Keep the Weight Off?

Losing weight is tough, but keeping it off can be even tougher. Many people struggle with weight regain after successfully shedding pounds. This is where digital health tools come into play. Researchers wanted to see if a web-based system could help people maintain their weight loss over the long te

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