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3+ week, 1+ day ago (525+ words) How is it already time for Thanksgiving and Christmas travel? While the year may have flown by for you, it's time to fly (or pack up the car and and the clan) to make your way to family destinations, vacation spots, or any other end-of-year travel you're planning. In addition " if you haven't made solid plans for either/or (and many Americans have not, so don't feel alone) you may be in luck: the holiday season provides a few unique opportunities for travel, but keeping a strategic playbook is essential. Luckily, Trivago CEO Johannes Thomas has some expert advice on timing, planning and where to find the best value for elevated holiday travel " but don't wait too long, as Thanksgiving is just weeks away! Johannes Thomas: Ahead of the holidays, we are seeing positive trends. Our data suggests that Americans…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago (116+ words) LA Times Studios produced content is developed from press releases, announcements and contributor content. It does not involve the Los Angeles Times editorial staff. Questions? Please email ... Faith Pinnow is a host for LA Times Studios in Washington D.C. She thrives on telling impactful stories that resonate with audiences across platforms, meeting viewers where they get their news. Before joining the Times, Pinnow worked as a sports writer for Boston Globe Media Partners, where she covered the Celtics" banner 18 championship season. A graduate of Emerson College, Pinnow has reported on everything from national elections to the Super Bowl, always focused on bringing moments to life through thoughtful, fact-driven storytelling. Latest From This Author...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago (496+ words) Los Angeles is seeing a steady decline in the number of scripted projects filmed in the area, as U.K.-based shoots increase, according to a new report. Last year, 157 scripted projects were filmed in L.A., down 14.2% compared to 2023, according to an analysis by FilmLA, a nonprofit that tracks production in the greater Los Angeles area. The report defines scripted projects as television shows, including streaming, cable and broadcast series, as well as movies made for TV, theatrical release and streaming platforms. Part of the problem is that the number of scripted projects decreased overall last year, a result of the dual writers" and actors" strikes of 2023, which stymied production, as well as cutbacks at studios after massive spending to stock their streaming platforms with content. In 2024, the total number of scripted projects released was 857, down 13.4% from 2023. Shows such as "Baywatch" and "Mr....

3+ week, 5+ day ago (552+ words) San Francisco has been mourning the death of KitKat, a beloved corner-store cat who died after being struck by a Waymo robotaxi last week. More recently, he was caught curled up asleep on his own heating pad. He even made appearances in the next-door bar, Dalva, where his arrival felt like "the president had arrived, making their rounds, shaking hands and charming everyone," said one mourning Instagram commenter. "It was an awful sight," one of the witnesses told Mission Local. Another person driving by saw the Waymo swerve and told Mission Local he thought the robotaxi was driving faster than he would expect a human would drive on a busy street. "Killed the neighborhoods baby," a comment on the city's 311 website said shortly after the collision. A bartender from another nearby bar, Delirium, rushed KitKat to a veterinarian hospital, where…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (214+ words) Get all the Lakers news you need in Thuc Nhi Nguyen's weekly newsletter. In our Lakers newsletter, we provide previews of upcoming games, a look back at what has happened in the season, a closer look at the players, and links to the best stories by The Times" crew of NBA reporters. Manage your L.A. Times newsletter subscriptions Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic established themselves as one of the league"s most dynamic duos while LeBron James was out. Rui Hachimura compared to Michael Jordan? In one key area, at least, it holds for Lakers coach JJ Redick. The Lakers" early season commitment to playing hard has helped them weather injury storms and roster uncertainty. One play showed why there could be a bright future for Deandre Ayton"s revenge tour and the Lakers" title hopes. Luka Doncic"s ability to…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (72+ words) TOP EXECUTIVE: Diego Cartagena, President and CEO We are on track to serve nearly 75,000 individuals and families this year in four program areas: Our fight for justice wouldn't be possible without our family of volunteers, advocates, and donors. Through our collective effort, we make an invaluable difference in the lives of all Angelenos. Direct Services in Los Angeles County ADDRESS: 3250 Wilshire Boulevard, 13th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010...

2+ week, 9+ hour ago (286+ words) As the holiday season arrives, many in the professional world use philanthropy as a way to give back to the communities they do business in. In that spirit, November's Business by LA Times Studios magazine is spotlighting giving in all of its forms, from exploring donor-advised funds to a list of the top philanthropic gifts in Southern California this year. Our cover story offers an in-depth look at The Artemis Agency. The women-led social impact company is creating success for all kinds of charitable goals " from individual fundraising campaigns led by celebrities and influencers to larger events both online and in-person, all directed by the empathy that drives their dynamic leadership duo. We also explore the slowdown in corporate giving programs and what this suggests for the world of philanthropy and the future of its financial sourcing. Continuing along this…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago (502+ words) Hundreds of people with hearings scheduled in several downtown Los Angeles courthouses will have their matters continued or rescheduled as the buildings will be closed Monday because of street closures and large crowds expected for a parade celebrating the Dodgers" World Series victory. City officials said they were encouraging downtown businesses to allow employees to work from home or adjust their schedules to avoid the traffic they anticipate as fans head to the 11 a.m parade. Los Angeles Unified School District officials said that all schools will open as usual, but parents should allow extra time to get kids to class. "I encourage all Dodgers fans to plan ahead for the parade, be prepared and celebrate peacefully, safely and responsibly," Mayor Karen Bass said in a news release, which also expressed pride over the team"s win. L.A. County officials said Sunday…...

4+ week, 19+ hour ago (322+ words) All of the spirits and wines served at M'rate, a lush, open-air restaurant in Los Feliz, are Mexican in origin " whisky, rum, gin and even sake included. But beverage director Max Reis puts particular emphasis on the restaurant's agave program, with about 30% of its bottles being exclusive, and regional distillates like sotol and bacanora offered in addition to tequila and mezcal (with an impressive selection of mezcal produced outside of Oaxaca).Reis just launched a flight that includes mezcals produced in Guerrero, Durango and Michoac'n, paired with a selection of cincho and aged cotija cheeses. For additional food pairings, you can't go wrong with chef/partner Joshua Gil's entire modern Mexican menu, including a quesadilla with funky huitlacoche corn and roasted squash with basil in a pipian verde sauce. If you insist on a cocktail, El Taquero with pineapple and…...

2+ week, 18+ hour ago (593+ words) Shelene Hearring is sprinting against big developers to try to buy a slice of Altadena on Lake Avenue, a part of the unincorporated town she sees as crucial to the community's identity. Hearring, who ran Two Dragon Martial Arts Studio for 18 years on Lake Avenue, placed a bid to buy the land after her studio burned down in the Eaton fire in January. The bid was accepted by the landowner this week, and Hearring notified the community that she has until Nov. 25 to raise $600,000 to secure the property. "We want to maintain the sense of community that we used to have," Hearring said. "Last week big businesses were looking to buy it up. I said no, we gotta have something for our community. We want to get back to where we used to be." The property at 2490 N. Lake Ave. had…...