America’s next president will inherit more than a financial catastrophe when he assumes office. He will also inherit a shadow government — one that is fully staffed by unelected officials, fully operational and ready to take over the running of the country at a moment’s notice.
Dear EarthTalk I’ve followed the trends in “eco-homes” now for many years. Are there equally encouraging things happening in the world of condos? Charlie Anderson Seattle, WA Believe it or not, condominiums may be some of the most environmentally responsible housing out there today, especially since
DOWNTOWN While a tough economy is leaving many people struggling to balance the soaring costs of gas, food, and healthcare, more than 133,000 Los Angeles-area residents, including nearly 1,800 Santa Monicans, have failed to take advantage of their economic stimulus rebate, leaving an estimated $40 m
A little over three years ago during a bike ride I was hit by a car and left with a broken collarbone, a fractured lower back, and broken finger and wrist.
Watermelon season is ending in some parts of the U.S., but before it’s all over let us take this time to hone in on why watermelon is so beloved. A recent news headline reads, “Watermelon-eating dog prompts man to stab himself.
SM BEACH While many people believe the Santa Monica Beach, along with its landmark Ferris wheel, is one of the greatest places on the west coast, now it’s official.
Maybe John McCain was clever in picking Sarah Palin as his running mate. Now that their campaign is increasingly desperate, she can be his “attack dog” as they say in politics.
Fractures are the most common and potentially serious childhood injuries and they are the number one reason for a referral to an orthopaedic surgeon. Approximately half of all children will eventually suffer from a fracture or other serious orthopaedic injury.
DOWNTOWN Spending cuts to the recently approved state budget have several local agencies scrambling to make up the funding gap. Transit and housing are particularly hard hit, leading local leaders to look to alternative avenues for funding for next year’s pending fiscal crisis.
When Chazz Palminteri’s screenplay for “Faithful,” a brilliant psychological drama/comedy/twister, was made into a movie in 1996 it starred Cher, Ryan O’Neal, and Chazz himself, and was directed by Paul Mazursky and produced by Robert DeNiro.
Editor’s note: October is Disabilities Awareness Month in Santa Monica and, as a result, the Daily Press presents a month-long series of articles by members of the Santa Monica Disabilities Commission.
