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Professional dancer and serial entrepreneur Mackenzie Martin’s mission to make dance a source for inclusive community

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

Mackenzie Martin, the founder of five different creative companies, is working to make professional dancers feel more valued. The industry has a tradition of underpaying, criticizing, and pitting professional dancers against one another, and Mackenzie wants this phenomenon to end. While not all of her business ventures are focused on dance, her mission as a business owner is to create safe spaces for dancers to feel respected and supported in their pursuits.Hailing from Oklahoma, Mackenzie Martin has always had a passion for creation and dance. Since she was three, she was inspired to translate her wildest dreams into concrete projects that let her discover what fulfills her and what impact she wants to leave on the world. She has been able to apply her skills as a choreographer, teacher, and entrepreneur on many different projects since relocating to Los Angeles and finding her niche.Mackenzie owns five companies that each serve a purpose for her mission as a business owner and pr...

Get Your Coffee From a Company That Gets You

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

If you’re tired of feeling anxious or experiencing stomach issues due to your coffee consumption, then Innov8Coffee might be the solution for you. This exciting new organic mushroom coffee product offers an alternative that provides all the positive effects of coffee without any of the negatives. Innov8Coffee is set to launch this November and has already garnered anticipation among consumers.For many people, coffee is an integral part of their morning routine. The caffeine kick helps us shake off lethargy and get going for the day. However, consuming multiple cups of coffee can have negative effects on our well being. Too much caffeine can lead to jitters, anxiety, upset stomachs and sleeplessness, but going through the day without that energy and focus provided by coffee seems impossible. That’s where mushroom coffee comes in as a solution.Mushroom coffee offers all the benefits of coffee and more. It contains a fraction of the caffeine found in traditional brews but s...

Old Soul, New Branding: Oak Ridge Winery Reimagines a Legacy, Inviting Angelenos to a Rebirth of Tradition

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

In a landscape where tradition intertwines with innovation, Lodi, California’s Oak Ridge Winery has lovingly rebranded its popular Old Soul line, offering a fresh visage that honors six generations of sustainable winemaking while toasting to the future. The endeavor is more than just a rebrand; it’s a heartfelt narrative of a family’s generational legacy intricately woven into every bottle of Old Soul, a brand widely available throughout Los Angeles.The redesigned label showcases the old oak tree that the Old Soul brand has become known for, but reimagined with a whimsical tire swing hanging from its sturdy branches. Since the debut of Old Soul, the label has signified a story rooted in meticulous winemaking and a commitment to the land. As the brand evolves, the newly stylized oak symbolizes the traditions of the past and the promise of the future as the steward of the land, with the brand in constant motion.Raquel Casity, the General Manager and Partner at Oak Ridge Winery, articu...

US begins delivering munitions, military equipment to Israel

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

By Matthew Lee, Tara Copp and Seung Min Kim | Associated PressWASHINGTON — The U.S. has already begun delivering critically needed munitions and military equipment to Israel, the White House said Monday, as the Pentagon reviews its inventories to see what else can be sent quickly to boost its ally in the three-day-old war with Hamas.John Kirby, a spokesman for the National Security Council, confirmed Monday evening that the first batch of military aid in the wake of the violent assault by Hamas militants is “making its way” to Israel.The delivery came as President Joe Biden prepared to give formal remarks on the attacks from the White House on Tuesday afternoon, after he confirmed that at least 11 Americans were killed in the violence over the weekend.“We fully expect there will be additional requests for security assistance for Israel as they continue to expend munitions in this fight,” Kirby said. “We will stay in lockstep with them, making sure that ...

Biden interviewed as part of classified documents probe

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

By Darlene Superville | Associated PressWASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has been interviewed as part of an independent investigation into his handling of classified documents, the White House said late Monday.Spokesperson Ian Sams said in a statement that the interview was voluntary and conducted at the White House on Sunday and Monday. The interview concluded Monday, Sams said.The investigation is being led by special counsel Robert Hur, who was appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland to oversee the politically sensitive matter to avoid conflicts of interest.Sams reiterated that Biden and the White House are cooperating. He referred questions to the Justice Department.“As we have said from the beginning, the President and the White House are cooperating with this investigation, and as it has been appropriate, we have provided relevant updates publicly, being as transparent as we can consistent with protecting and preserving the integrity of the investigation,” Sa...

Police shooting at Chinese Consulate in SF after driver crashes car into building

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A driver who crashed a car into the Chinese Consulate building in San Francisco Monday afternoon has been shot, according to the San Francisco Fire Department. The San Francisco Police Department confirmed that an officer was involved in the shooting.No details were provided on the condition of the individual who was shot. Bay Area restaurants imposing ‘vomit fee’ on Sunday brunch-goers Geary Boulevard is closed and drivers are being told to expect traffic delays or consider alternate routes. No other details are available at this time. The San Francisco Police Department is investigating the incident.Earlier on Monday, police activity was reported near USF. It is not know if the two incidents are related.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Water leak impacts Benicia middle school

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

(KRON) -- Crews from the Benicia Public Works Department are currently on the scene of a water leak near Benicia Middle School, according to a tweet from the city. The source of the leak has been determined as a 4-inch service line, the city said.Crews at the scene are working to expose the line and replace the section that is leaking. Repairs are estimated to be complete by around 6 p.m. Car crashes into Chinese Consulate building in SF, driver shot Eastbound traffic on Southampton Road is closed and being diverted through a parking lot, the city said. The westbound section of the road remains open.Traffic control is being provided by the Benicia Police Department and crews from public works.Irrigation systems have been disrupted at Benicia Middle School while crews excavate and repair the leak. All school buildings still have water. Water service to homes in the area has not been affected, according to the city.

Twins will gladly give the ball to their bulldog Sonny Gray for Game 3 against the Astros

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sonny Gray was a high school quarterback who helped his team win consecutive Tennessee state football championships, before narrowing his focus and joining Vanderbilt’s prestigious baseball program.He’s pitched 11 years in the major leagues, including 1½ pressure-packed seasons for the New York Yankees, and made the All-Star Game three times along the way. Last week, Gray got his first career win in the playoffs for the Minnesota Twins in a two-game AL Wild Card Series sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays. With the exception of the equally excellent Pablo López, there’s no one the Twins would rather turn to for a pivotal Game 3 against the Houston Astros in the AL Division Series on Tuesday afternoon.“He’s made for the big moments,” teammate Kyle Farmer said. “He’s just a different breed of a pitcher.”Though Gray had a decent debut season for Minnesota, he was hardly satisfied with just 24 starts and 119 2/3 innings while navigating some minor injuries...

X, la red social propiedad de Elon Musk, contribuye a la desinformación durante la guerra entre Israel y Hamas

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

(CNN) — La desinformación proliferó en la plataforma X, propiedad de Elon Musk, en las primeras 48 horas desde el ataque sorpresa de los combatientes de Hamas contra Israel. Los usuarios han compartido afirmaciones falsas y engañosas sobre el conflicto y el propio Musk ha remitido a los usuarios a una cuenta conocida por difundir desinformación.¿Por qué hay otra vez guerra entre Israel y Hamas?Muchos usuarios compartieron durante el fin de semana un falso comunicado de prensa de la Casa Blanca en el que se afirmaba, faltando a la verdad, que Estados Unidos estaba enviando miles de millones de dólares en nuevas ayudas a Israel como respuesta. Cuentas en X con cientos de miles de seguidores en total difundieron rápidamente el falso comunicado de prensa de la Casa Blanca después de que apareciera en línea el sábado. El influyente usuario de las redes sociales Jackson Hinkle, que fue uno de los que lo compartió, afirmó que la supuesta medida era una bofetada a Ucrania, que ha esta...

Messi jugará este jueves con la selección argentina y en la MLS tendrá un largo descanso

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:12 GMT

(CNN Español) –– “De la lesión está bien, no tiene ningún problema”, dijo Gerardo Martino, director técnico de Inter Miami, sobre Lionel Messi y la lesión que lo dejó tres semanas fuera de los campos de juego.Las lesiones de la carrera de Lionel Messi: ¿cuál ha sido más larga y cuál es la más frecuente?El técnico rosarino se expresó luego del partido del sábado pasado, en el que “Las Garzas” perdieron como local 1-0 ante Cincinnati, lo que dejó al equipo rosa fuera de pasar a la fase de los playoffs en la postemporada de la Major League Soccer (MLS) de Estados Unidos.“La Pulga” ingresó en el segundo tiempo y pudo jugar 30 minutos, en lo que mostró pinceladas de su talento, pero no estuvo fino en su desempeño. “A Messi lo vi falto de fútbol”, dijo Martino.Cincinnati neutraliza a Lionel Messi y elimina al Inter Miami de los playoffs de la Copa MLSEl superastro del fútbol, de hecho, no estuvo fino en una de sus especialidades: los tiros l...