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Todd McCarthy: Intensive Research On Making Of DeMille’s ‘Ten Commandments’ In Egypt Is Backdrop For New Novel
Deadline.com on MSN.com
Fri, 02/03/2023 - 00:12
The first time Cecil B. DeMille parted the waters of the Red Sea, to film the 1923 version of The Ten Commandments, he did it at Seal Beach, CA, just 30 miles down the Pacific coast from Santa
People and Places:
Egypt ~ Research ~ The Ten Commandments

Egypt ~ Research ~ The Ten Commandments
15 February reads you can't help but fall in love with
ABC
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 23:29
The literary world has delivered so many wonderful novels and memoirs for February that it was almost impossible to narrow them down to just 15 reads. But here are the ones that rose to the top of the pile,
A week of incredible art and music
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 23:00
Which will probably sell out. Sat 7:30 p.m., Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, LA, $49-399. THE HOT CLUB OF LOS ANGELES – It’s just outside Santa Monica, street parking is easy, it’s a friendly little neighborhood bar where you can see and hear everywhere ...
Body found confirmed as missing hiker from T.O.

Yahoo! Sports
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 22:54
Search and rescue teams on Thursday found the body of a 22-year-old Thousand Oaks man who went missing Saturday.
God of War Ragnarok has surpassed 11 million copies sold

Jerry on MSN.com
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 22:43
Ragnarok, the highly anticipated entry in the popular video game franchise. Learn about its 11 million copies sold, stunning graphics, and masterful storytelling."
People and Places:
God of War ~ Ragnarök ~ United States

God of War ~ Ragnarök ~ United States
Montalba Architects prioritises views at hillside home in Santa Monica

Dezeen
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 21:05
Designed for a family of four, the multi-storey home sits on a sloped site in Santa Monica. A slender pool features outside Providing a connection to the outdoors – including views of a nearby canyon – was a guiding concern for Montalba Architects.
SMMUSD announces passing of Dr. Steve Marcy, retired Lincoln Middle School teacher
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 21:00
Beloved retired Lincoln Middle School math teacher, Dr. Steve Marcy passed away unexpectedly at the age of 77 on Jan. 25, 2023. He was born on April 4, 1945. Steve leaves behind his wife Janis, his sister Jan Rhue, four children, Matt, Jennifer, Jasmina and Andy, along with five grandchildren, two great grandchildren. Steve was […]
Business group challenges Santa Monica’s transfer tax
The Real Deal
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 19:35
A Los Angeles backlash against real estate transfer taxes has spilled over into Santa Monica. A statewide group of business executives has filed a lawsuit against the City of Santa Monica to block Measure GS, a real estate transfer tax passed by voters in ...
The SMDP launches new program through the Google News Initiative
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 16:01
The Santa Monica Daily Press is among the few companies selected for the Google News Initiative's highly competitive accelerator program
How California can address economic disparities between coastal and inland regions

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 11:00
California is a center of innovation and birthplace to world-leading enterprises – and may soon become the world’s fourth largest economy.
Ex-UCLA lecturer accused of threats ruled mentally unfit

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 23:00
A former lecturer at the University of California, Los Angeles accused of threatening students and staff was found mentally unfit to stand trial last week by a federal judge in Denver. U.S. District Court Judge Raymond P.
Don’t need a volcano to be special

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 23:00
It had been 19 years since we last landed at Barry and Cindy’s shangri-la up the side of a volcano (there are three main ones on Hawai’i, and nearly every residence is up the side of a volcano). Their home is even more gorgeous and comfortable,
Chief: Fatal shooting at LA home was ‘targeted assault’

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 23:00
A weekend shooting in which three women were killed at a short-term rental home in an upscale Los Angeles neighborhood was a targeted attack, the city’s police chief said Tuesday as investigators continued to search for suspects.
Crime Watch: Phones and fruit

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 21:00
SMPD officers responded to the 1500 block of Ocean Avenue for an altercation between a vendor and a customer
Ballroom shooting victims planned for night of fun, dancing

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 20:12
Those killed by a gunman who opened fire at a Los Angeles-area dance hall are being remembered by friends and family for the zest for life
First Black HIstory Month since City’s Black Apology kicks off in Santa Monica

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 16:00
This year's Black History Month in Santa Monica will feature multiple events centered around the them of Black Resistance
Lawsuit seeks to densify development in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 02/01/2023 - 16:00
Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. Santa Monica’s failure to meet state housing requirements continues to generate legal headaches for the city with a pending lawsuit alleging developers should be able to build projects at higher density than currently allowed.
Man Sentenced to More Than 3½ Years in Prison for Stealing Decedents’ Identities to Gain Access to Their Bank Accounts

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/31/2023 - 23:12
A Marina del Ray man was sentenced today to 45 months in federal prison for stealing the identities of a married couple who had died days earlier and then using them to unlawfully gain access to their bank accounts,
Chargers’ Herbert has surgery on non-throwing shoulder

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/31/2023 - 23:09
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had surgery on his non-throwing shoulder last week. However he is expected to be ready for the offseason program in the spring. The team announced on Sunday that Herbert had surgery on the labrum in his left shoulder on Jan.
Chargers agree to hire Kellen Moore as offensive coordinator

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/31/2023 - 23:07
Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with Kellen Moore to become offensive coordinator on Monday. Moore spent the past eight seasons with the Dallas Cowboys ...

Santa Monica Pro and Prep Sports

'Heart Of Gold' Santa Monica Teen Juggles Soccer, School and Support
Fri, 01/27/2023 - 00:49
Straight-A's, soccer and supporting his community all fit into a typical day for Santa Monica High School freshman Khaelan Zeitlin.
People and Places:
Monica Teen ~ Santa Monica ~ School
Mira Costa girls basketball playing to honor former coach John Lapham
Wed, 01/25/2023 - 19:51
Mira Costa girls basketball suffered the loss of coach John Lapham at the start of the season and have dedicated the season to him and his family
Prep basketball roundup: Fairfax and Birmingham prevail in City Section rivalry games

Sat, 01/21/2023 - 07:54
Fairfax defeated Westchester and Birmingham beat Taft in overtime Friday night in City Section rivalry basketball games.
People and Places:
Birmingham ~ Preppy ~ Rivalry
SMC Volleyball

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 01/20/2023 - 20:53
At a first-ever "All Alumni Day & Match" held Jan. 13 in Santa Monica College’s Corsair Gym, SMC men’s volleyball players and coaches from throughout the years took part in an evening of recognitio
Prep basketball roundup: Harvard-Westlake wins double-overtime thriller

Thu, 01/19/2023 - 08:08
Harvard-Westlake made key defensive stops to defeat Notre Dame 85-78 in double-overtime in Mission League game on Wednesday.
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Overtime ~ Preppy ~ Los Angeles Times
Daily Breeze girls basketball Top 10 rankings, Jan. 16

Tue, 01/17/2023 - 02:43
The Olympians entered the week having won 16 consecutive games and made the initial CIF-SS Open Division watchlist. The Olympians took care of Inglewood (88-16) and Beverly Hills (83-26) in Ocean League play.
Fox NFL Football Goes 4K-ish … And Once Again, We’re Looking For Someone Who Care
Tue, 01/17/2023 - 00:31
If Fox hadn’t bothered to upscale this weekend’s two excellent NFL playoff matchups, and sprinkle in a little HDR goodness, would a single, solitary fan in the entire football firmament have ditched the games?
People and Places:
And Once Again ~ Care ~ Fox Broadcasting Company
Will Householter reaches 1,000 career points in Mira Costa basketball’s win over Santa Monica

Sun, 01/15/2023 - 05:07
Mira Costa senior Will Householter, a four-year varsity starter, reached 1,000 career points in the team’s boys basketball game Friday. Householter, who is headed to Claremont McKenna, eclipsed the milestone as the Mustangs defeated Santa Monica 57-42 to remain undefeated in the Bay League.
TCU paid for Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker’s trip to national championship
Fri, 01/13/2023 - 19:12
TCU paid for Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker to travel and attend the college football championship game. This included airfare, hotel stay and tickets to the game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Redondo girls basketball defeats Santa Monica to remain undefeated in Bay League

Thu, 01/12/2023 - 07:37
Highlights and scores from the local basketball and soccer games Tuesday, plus schedule information for Friday.
Men’s Volleyball Hosts First All-Time Alumni Day and Match Jan. 13

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 23:00
Volleyball is hosting its first-ever All-Time Alumni Day & Match at which all players and coaches from past years will be present. Guests include legendary/U.S. Olympian athletes and coaches Butch May,
TCU Fans Cheer to the End of a Magical Season
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 20:00
Horned Frogs showed up from coast to coast to support TCU Football at their first appearance in the College Football Playoff National Championship game.
Prep Rally: Midseason high school basketball review

Mon, 01/09/2023 - 16:00
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. After two weeks off, Prep Rally is back. Let’s take a look where things stands at midseason in high school basketball. If the Open Division boys’ playoffs were to begin tomorrow,
Saturday's Top Prep Performers from basketball, soccer, water polo, wrestling

Sun, 01/08/2023 - 19:30
Saturday's highlights from boys basketball, girls basketball, boys soccer, girls soccer, girls water polo, boys wrestling, and girls wrestling.
Ridiculed as a kid, Sierra Canyon coach Andre Chevalier is comfortable being 'hated'

Sun, 01/08/2023 - 14:55
I think Andre’s a decent man.” Jim Skrumbis, Sierra Canyon school president on basketball coach Andre Chevalier Outside the lines, Santa Monica Crossroads coach Anthony Davis said, Chevalier is loving, a family man. His son Andre Jr. played football at ...