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blue on blue’s New Happy Hour: $6 Tapas, $8 Drinks

With new executive chef Scott Garrett (formerly of The Viceroy’s Whist) taking over kitchen duties at the Avalon Hotel’s blue on blue, the restaurant launches its new “kick the blues” poolside happy hour. From Monday through Friday 4 to 7pm, you can skip rush hour traffic…

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Britney Gets $1,500 Allowance…

On health front may be Britney is lagging behind but on the financial front she is much ahead… no matter what means are there to benefit her financiallay. This time Los Angeles Superior Court has been approved for a $1,500-a-week allowance on a debit card. it may be a pinch of salt for the…

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Occidental enters Abu Dhabi venture

Occidental enters Abu Dhabi venture March 11th, 2008 Energy production deal widens the firm's Mideast involvement. Occidental Petroleum Corp. has agreed to jointly fund energy production and refining projects with Abu Dhabi's International Petroleum Investment Co., the Westwood-based company…

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A Denial Is A Denial Is A Denial. Or Is It?

The New York Times was given an early peek at chairman/CEO Jeff Immelt's message to investors contained in GE's 2007 annual report to be released on Wednesday. Turns out the bossman addresses all those NBC Universal-is-for-sale-after-the-Olympics rumors.  “Should we sell NBCU? The answer…

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Speed Read Feed for March 11, 2008

Lawmakers wanting ban on body sprays/ scents at schools- Yahoo! News Barack Obama says to not assume he would take V.P. spot- Breitbart Governor Schwarzenegger flies from L.A. to Sacramento almost every day for work- Sac Bee Vatican has new updated list of 7 Deadly Sins- CNN Parents force…

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welcome to thema

modern showroom in Los Angeles

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Yalisha Kim - Los Angeles, Ca

Model (name): Yalisha Kim Height: 5ft 6in Weight: 118 Measurements: 33-23-34 Nationality: Korean Hometown: Los Angeles DOB: 10/30/78 Sign: Scorpio Turn-ons: Deep Voice Turn-offs: A Cheap Guy Special skills:I speak Korean, Chinese, and Japanese fluently. Check out more photos of…

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For Your Comedy Pleasure: Stand-Up Comedy in L.A. March 11 - 15

Here is your schedule of stand-up comedy for the week in the city of Los Angeles - plenty of chances to see Joe Rogan and Jamie Kennedy…so get to it: Tuesday, March 11th: 10pm - Valley Nights - Hollywood Improv - Joe Rogan headlines this show brought to you by local promoter Tim Mars. $13…

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Richie Sexson Holds the Key for the Mariners

If anybody can dethrone the LA Angels in the AL West this season, it’ll most likely be the Seattle Mariners. Their surprising 88-win season last year was nothing to sneeze at, especially when one considers the anemic starting pitching rotation that they were working with - one good starter…

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OAS 135 The Highest Consciousness with Ron Lavaneri

Jeffrey converses with Ron Lavaneri, spokesperson for The ECKANKAR Center on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. ECKANKAR is an initiatory spiritual path that teaches the Ancient Science of Soul Travel through spiritual exercises that align one with the Light and Sound of God. Soul Travel is also…

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LOOKING TO GET WILD

LOOKING TO GET WILD by DLNation Linked Web on 03.11.08 California No Comments Digg Del.icio.us Are you looking to get wild, crazy, and have me get dominate on your ass?? I’m 160pds 5′10 7 1/2 inch dic to pound with sexy smooth dominate man! hit me up and lets do this already!! …

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very cute asian/latin mix guy

very cute asian/latin mix guy by DLNation Linked Web on 03.11.08 California No Comments Digg Del.icio.us Looking for an erotic massage? Looking to play? If you’re looking for fun now I’m at 626 399 2256 So call for faster service. I’m latin/asian mix, 5′5 120 7uc masc,…

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Top WNBA off-season additions so far

If your choice is anybody other than my No. 1, then you’re just wrong, but just to keep you waiting, here’s my list in reverse. 5. Iziane Castro Marques, Atlanta. WHY? This move isn’t likely to pay as many dividends early on as it will in the future. Castro Marques is a veteran player who…

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Shareholder sues video game maker

Shareholder sues video game maker March 11th, 2008 Take-Two Interactive Software Inc., maker of the "Grand Theft Auto" series of video games and the target of a $2-billion takeover effort by rival Electronic Arts Inc., has been hit with a shareholder lawsuit alleging that the company's…

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Boeing to challenge Air Force decision on tanker contract

Boeing to challenge Air Force decision on tanker contract March 11th, 2008 'Serious flaws' in the competition are cited by the company. Escalating the fight over the biggest defense contract in years, Boeing Co. said Monday that it intended to challenge the Pentagon's decision to place an…

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How others assess the economy

How others assess the economy March 11th, 2008 What others say The UCLA Anderson Forecast says the economy will avoid recession. Here's what other prominent observers have said on the topic. Posted in Los Angeles Business News | Comments Off

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Cross-trainers breed sneaker war

Cross-trainers breed sneaker war March 11th, 2008 Sports apparel upstart Under Armour steps into Nike territory. That pair of scuffed running shoes you wear to the gym may not look like much, but it represents a battleground between a sports apparel upstart and the industry Goliath over a…

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Canucks win in OT

Dan Cloutier played his first game against the Canucks since being moved to Los Angeles, and played outstanding if you don’t take into account the multiple rebounds he left after each initial save. Lucky for him the Canucks couldnt seem to capitalize on any of them untill late in the third…

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Return to Mandarin land

Do you ever miss Mandarin Deli in Chinatown and Little Tokyo? Long before I knew about the subtleties of Chiu Chow cuisine or the merits of Chun King versus Hong Yei, or where on earth is Valley Blvd., I loved the scallion pancakes, fish dumplings and hand-cut noodles at Mandarin Deli. Temple City…

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Extra Reading: Radio Hill and Cycleway Coffee

By Eric Richardson Recent rains have left Radio Hill Gardens more overgrown than ever. In all my rush today I never even got a chance to mention that today and tomorrow I'm doing some blogging over at Curbed LA. It's a funny change of pace for me to put an eye to non-Downtown stories. …

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«Untitled»

Do you ever miss Mandarin Deli in Chinatown and Little Tokyo? Long before I knew about the subtleties of Chiu Chow cuisine or the merits of Chun King versus Hong Yei, or where on earth is Valley Blvd., I loved the scallion pancakes, fish dumplings and hand-cut noodles at Mandarin Deli. Temple City…

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The Long Con of William Jefferson Clinton: Part V

Janus - Roman God of Gates, Doors, Beginnings and Endings According to a January 7, 2007 article posted in the Los Angeles Times, “The Gates Foundation has poured $218 million into polio and measles immunization and research worldwide, including in the Niger Delta. At the same time that…

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La Misma Luna: “Under The Same Moon” Is Not Your Same Old Movie

La misma luna (Under the Same Moon) is the story of Rosario and her 9 year old son, Carlito, who are separated by the U.S.-Mexico border, but united by love. The film, directed by Patricia Riggen and starring America Ferrera (Ugly Betty, Real Women Have Curves), Eugenio Derbez (Padre Nuestro),…

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The Day The Monsters Came Back

I was out back watering the lawn when I heard a sudden commotion at the gate. Midge, my next-door neighbor, was fumbling with the latch. She always had trouble with that latch; her small, stubby fingers with nasty knots of arthritis were barely able to grope for it over the top of the redwood…

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Rethinking my Kiva loan

The New Yorker has a fascinating article about the limits of microloans — you know, the small loans that usually go to budding entrepreneurs in developing countries. Or perhaps familiarly, the kind of loans promoted by Kiva, which I wrote glowingly about here. The main issue’s that…

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$165G to cook the OJ Simpson case? How much do you think Harvey Levin and TMZ paid to a corrupt LA Sheriff's insider for the Mel Gibson story?

We've been talking for years now about the fishy dealings of the corporate porn-pushing gossip site TMZ.com on its sleazy, sordid, palm-greasing, source-lubing astroglide to success, not the least of which was the way Harvey Levin and his street urchins perverted justice in the latest OJ Simpson…

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$165G to cook the OJ Simpson case? How much did Harvey & TMZ pay to a corrupt sheriff's insider for the Mel Gibson information

We've been talking for years now about the fishy dealings of the corporate porn-pushing gossip site TMZ.com on its sleazy, sordid, palm-greasing, source-lubing astroglide to success, not the least of which was the way Harvey Levin and his street urchins perverted justice in the latest OJ Simpson…

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"Kobe Bryant will go down as the greatest basketball player that has ever lived."

"Kobe Bryant will go down as the greatest basketball player that has ever lived.” ~Mark Jackson When I first heard Mark Jackson say this on an ABC halftime show during the 2005-2006 season, I nearly fell out of my chair in shock. How could a veteran like Jackson, who had played during the…

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Sports Beat, 3-10-08

--UCLA has played like garbage lately, and probably should have lost three in a row. Instead, they held off Arizona, had a miracle comeback OT win over Stanford, and then shocked Cal thanks to Josh Shipp making the shot of the year. The Bruins need to take advantage of the Pac-10 Tournament to…

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5 Crippling Losses and Jeffrey Lebowski

COLIN LINNEWEBER Since I began watching sports in 1987, I have seen the magnitude that a single crippling-loss can have on an organization, institution or individual performer. Sometimes a gut-wrenching failure can unhinge an athlete or team and instantly make their days of glory a thing of the…

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WHITE WOMAN’S GANG MEMOIR IS BOGUS: busted by her own sister

WHITE WOMAN’S GANG MEMOIR IS BOGUS: She was busted by her own sister      *Dang, talk about perpetrating! Margaret B. Jones, a white woman, got away with writing a memoir that claimed she was raised in poverty by a black foster mother and sold drugs for a gang in South-Central LA. …

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Edward Wilcox @ Ambrogi Castanier Gallery

Are You Going With Me? Art work by Edward Wilcox. Show runs through March 29th, 2008. Ambrogi Castanier Gallery ~ 300 North Robertson Boulevard, West Hollywood, California 90048 http://edwardwilcox.com/

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LA - Fluxus Brand (graphic design)

LA - Fluxus Brand (graphic design) FLUXUS BRAND, a Los Angeles knit based company, is looking for a Graphic/ Fashion Design intern to assist Design Team in projects such as: flats, line sheets, website updating. Applicants should have their own laptop and be proficient in Adobe Illustrator and…

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LA - Lisa Kline (general)

LA - Lisa Kline (general) Lisa Kline, Inc. is now hiring interns who are able to start immediately. We are looking for candidates who are interested in fashion and retail and want to learn about the fashion industry. Lisa Kline, first established on the famous Robertson Blvd., has expanded to a…

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Refinance for cash out

Refinance for cash out Do you know we are currently experiencing the lowest mortgage rates for real estate? If you are planning to get cash out or refi or if you want to buy any property, this may be the time. Remember to stop by AAXA to check out their lowest mortgage interest rates and…

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Emmys' Nokia Move Made Official

By Eric Richardson The 7,100 seat Nokia Theatre opened in October, 2007. Variety is reporting that the Academy of TV Arts & Sciences has officially signed on to move its Emmy Awards to the Nokia Theatre. Award shows were a big target for AEG in the theatre's design, and the show's move…

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Google LatLong: Finding that free parking space

I like structure 6... but it's always full.

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MENDOCINO COUNTY MEASURE B : THE ANTI MEDICAL MARIJUANA ORDNANCE - SEE IT HERE!

BE SURE TO VOTE NO ON MENDOCINO COUNTIES MEASURE B !     IN THIS 2008 ELECTION. THE CITY COUNCILS OF WILLITS AND UKIAH BOTH HELD SPECIAL SESSIONS WITH ONLY 1 DAYS PUBLIC NOTICE TO PASS SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS ASKING THE MENDOCINO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO PUT MEASURE B ON THE JUNE BALLOT.…

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More Than Just Produce

If youre craving something new, but indecisive of what to eat, then the Farmer's Market is the place to go. The Farmer's Market, which is adjacent to the Grove, has been around for the forever. Established in 1934, many people have served up the finest of cultural foods. My personal favorite…

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muffin boob

Too tight is too tight no matter where you put it. This is the boob equivalent of a muffin top. Even her cleavage has cleavage. Viewed 8 times by 5 viewers

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Like You'll Never See Me Again, On Tour

Provided by Myspace Alicia Keys is coming to town and its a sight that shouldnt be missed. With the hit No One under her belt, and the popular appeal of Like You'll Never See Me Again and hopefully my favorite Lesson Learned, the vocalist/pianist will surely be in popular demand when she comes to…

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Designer Turns an Ugly Stairway to a Real Entrance

By Eric Richardson When Maison Bertet officially opens its retail space this week in the basement of Premiere Towers (621 S. Spring), it'll be looking to wow some loft owners with impressive ideas for decorating their space. After seeing the way they transformed an ugly entryway to their…

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Right at Your Door (2006)

Right at Your Door (2006) RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR (2006) Thriller Starring, Mary McCormack, Roy Cochrane Imagine you’re in Los Angeles during morning rush-hour and multiple dirty bombs explode across the city. What would you do? Would you do as the news says? This film is definitely…

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