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Even frozen Antarctica is being walloped by climate extremes, scientists find

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 08/09/2023 - 06:00
Antarctica is experiencing extreme weather due to climate change, causing irreversible ice loss, ocean warming, and ecosystem disruptions.
Thousands of Los Angeles city workers walk off job for 24 hours alleging unfair labor practices

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 08/09/2023 - 06:00
Thousands of Los Angeles city employees, represented by SEIU Local 721, are on a 24-hour strike, alleging unfair labor practices.
Meyerside Chats: Leslie Crutchfield for SMDP
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 20:10
Premium Santa Monica news in your inbox. It's free, cancel anytime. Leslie is an author, educator, social change expert and Executive Director of Business for Impact at Georgetown University’s ...
Chariots came to town
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 16:01
Premium Santa Monica news in your inbox. It's free, cancel anytime. Parade: The Festival of the Chariots came to Main Street last weekend. The annual celebration is part of the Hindu religion and ...
Man in a barrel was shot in the head

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 16:01
The coroner has determined that a man found in a barrel in Malibu was shot in the head. The victim is identified as Javonnta Marshann Murphy.
College students with Hollywood dreams see industry strikes as key to livable careers

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 16:01
College students in the entertainment industry, like Teddy Alvarez-Nissen, are impacted by the Writers Guild and Actors Guild strikes.
Labor union accuses hotels of assault in new labor complaint

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 16:01
Unite Here Local 11 filed a complaint of assault against SoCal hotels during picketing, advocating for improved worker wages and conditions.
Firefighting helicopters collide over Southern California desert, killing 3 in crash

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 06:00
Two firefighting helicopters collided while responding to a desert blaze near Los Angeles, killing all three occupants.
Biden heads west for a policy victory lap, drawing an implicit contrast with Trump

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 06:00
President Joe Biden embarks on a Western trip to highlight conservation, clean energy, and veterans' benefits, contrasting Trump's issues.
Elon Musk says he may need surgery before proposed ‘cage match’ with Mark Zuckerberg

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 06:00
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg may have a "cage match," but the date is uncertain due to Musk's health concerns.
Attacks at US medical centers show why health care is one of the nation’s most violent fields

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 08/08/2023 - 06:00
Health care workers in the U.S. face increasing violence, with hospitals employing armed security officers to tackle the issue.
New pop-up Pickletown proves popularity in the playful pastime is still peaking

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 08/07/2023 - 17:30
Pickleball is gaining popularity, with new venues like Pickletown opening up in Santa Monica, catering to all age groups.
City prevails in transfer tax lawsuit
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 08/07/2023 - 16:00
Santa Monica’s voter approved measure targeting the sale of luxury properties has passed muster following a court ruling last week. A statewide business group filed the lawsuit claiming the fees ...
Wildest Dreams of a Birthday in the Garden
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 08/07/2023 - 16:00
Martha Bardach, a former Time magazine photo editor, shares her joy of volunteering at Ishihara Park Learning Garden on her 80th birthday.
‘Barbie’ joins $1 billion club, breaks another record for female directors
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sun, 08/06/2023 - 18:53
Greta Gerwig should be feeling closer to fine these days. In just three weeks in theaters, “Barbie” is set to sail past $1 billion in global ticket sales, breaking a record for female directors that was previously held by Patty Jenkins,
More businesses popping up along the Promenade and Montana Ave
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 08/05/2023 - 18:03
Thankfully, the Daily Press can once again report that there are more arrivals than departures in the ever-changing, fluid environment that is the Santa Monica retail landscape. According to ...
With no prohibitions on distribution and documented dangers, why is lifesaving drug kept away from students?
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 08/05/2023 - 16:00
Schools are hesitant to distribute Narcan to students due to liability concerns, despite the urgent need to address opioid overdoses.
2 US Navy sailors charged with providing sensitive military information to China
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 08/05/2023 - 06:00
Two U.S. Navy sailors arrested on national security charges linked to China, accused of espionage and accepting bribes.
After helping prevent extinctions for 50 years, the Endangered Species Act itself may be in peril
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 08/05/2023 - 06:00
The U.S. Endangered Species Act has been successful in protecting 99% of listed species, but it faces opposition and threats.
Homeless man convicted in 2020 attempted murder case
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 08/05/2023 - 00:42
A homeless man has been convicted for Attempted Murder, Mayhem, and Assault with a Deadly Weapon for stabbing a homeless victim in 2020. Gunnar Zausniewski (DOB: 04/11/1986) was sentenced to 12 years in state prison this week for the crimes.