Dezart Performs Presents: West Side Story Gala
The event will take place on November 13th through the 15th
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Sean Duffy irks White House as drama over top job at NASA seeps into public view
By Kristen Holmes, CNN (CNN) — Some Trump administration officials, including at the White House, have expressed frustration with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy in recent weeks as internal wrangling over who will lead NASA spilled into public view, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN. Duffy, who also serves as NASA’s acting administrator, has
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Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau are ‘officially dating,’ everyone has decided
By Choire Sicha, CNN (CNN) — For months, the sightings have been murky and long-distance in nature, more worthy of Arctic nature photography than gossip pages. In July, they were seen walking a dog and then dining at a restaurant in Montreal. And then, a confusing silence, as the — were they, even? — new
Continue Reading5 things to know for Oct. 27: Trump in Asia, 2028 presidential race, Hurricane Melissa, Louvre heist suspects, Sami Hamdi
By Alexandra Banner, CNN Staffing shortages. Missed paychecks. Frustrated fliers. All are a result of the government shutdown, which officials warn could cause more widespread airline delays and cancellations this week. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day. 1️⃣ Trump in Asia President Donald Trump
Continue Reading5 things to know for Oct. 27: Trump in Asia, 2028 presidential race, Hurricane Melissa, Louvre heist suspects, Sami Hamdi
CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN Staffing shortages. Missed paychecks. Frustrated fliers. All are a result of the government shutdown, which officials warn could cause more widespread airline delays and cancellations this week. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day. 1️⃣ Trump in Asia President Donald
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Trump says he received an MRI during trip to Walter Reed medical center
By Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump said that he received an MRI scan during a recent trip to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center – marking the first time he has provided a reason for his second medical exam this year and raising new questions about the president’s health. “I did. I
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13-year-old boy hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets
By Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — A 13-year-old boy in New Zealand was hospitalized after swallowing dozens of high-powered magnets, ultimately losing part of his bowel, according to a recent case report in the New Zealand Medical Journal. The boy, whose identity was not disclosed, ate between 80 and 100 neodymium magnets, each five millimeters
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Democrats unflinching in shutdown strategy, blaming Trump with millions at risk of losing food aid
By Sarah Ferris, Ellis Kim, CNN (CNN) — Congressional Democrats are marching in lockstep into the fourth week of a government shutdown, even as lawmakers brace for what could be the most painful point yet: a cutoff in federal food aid for more than 40 million people. But Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House
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Bodies keep being recovered from the bayous around Houston. Why officials are convinced it’s not the work of a serial killer
By Dalia Faheid, CNN (CNN) — “Enough is enough of wild speculation.” Houston Mayor John Whitmire was frustrated as he stood in front of the cameras alongside the police chief last month, trying to dispel the rumors that have cast a veil of anxiety over the vast network of bayous that crisscross his city. “There
Continue ReadingVirginia Democrats are set to join the redistricting war. Their candidate for governor is staying out of it
By Eva McKend, CNN (CNN) — Democrats in Virginia’s legislature are expected on Monday to launch a complex redistricting push to counter Republican-led efforts around the country, according to two Democratic lawmakers familiar with the still-private plans. The party’s nominee for Virginia governor isn’t talking much about it. Abigail Spanberger’s campaign has declined to comment
Continue ReadingAir traffic control staffing problems spiked over the weekend, raising concerns about growing disruption
By Zoe Sottile, Aaron Cooper, Pete Muntean, CNN (CNN) — Air traffic controller staffing shortages worsened over the weekend as the nation’s government shutdown hit its fourth week, leading to delays and anxiety, and experts say it won’t get better until air traffic controllers get paid. More than 50 staffing shortages have been reported since
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Behind closed doors: How neighbors were oblivious to secret poker games and the Mafia who investigators say helped run them
By Alaa Elassar, CNN (CNN) — Behind the glass doors of an unassuming building in Manhattan, staring across a shuttered print shop, a shadowy world stirred, coming alive with the flick of cards, the muted clink of glasses and the quiet hum of a dangerous secret. Inside one of the three units of the lavish
Continue ReadingFlights between India and China finally resume after five-year hiatus
By Laura Sharman, CNN (CNN) — Direct flights have resumed between India and China after a five-year hiatus, the latest sign of warming relations between the world’s two most populous countries. IndiGo flight 6E 1703 departed from India’s Kolkata airport at 10pm on Sunday, touching down in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou some three-and-a-half
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Motorcyclist dead after pursuit crash in Rancho Mirage
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — A motorcyclist died following a pursuit with Riverside County Sheriff deputies Saturday night. According to RSO, deputies tried to stop the rider on suspicion of driving under the influence and a vehicle code violation, near Highway 111 and Deep Canyon Road in Palm Desert. The rider fled the area and
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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens host Howl-O-Ween event
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is celebrating the spooky season ahead of Halloween. This weekend, the zoo is kicking off its Howl-O-Ween event. It runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Saturday and Sunday. The event features trick or treat stations, face painting and brand new limited edition
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9th Annual East Coachella Valley Pride Festival brings colorful celebration to Coachella
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – East Coachella Valley Pride returned this weekend, marking its ninth year of celebrating love, culture, and community in the heart of Coachella. The annual event, held at Coachella Library Park and Gardens, brought together hundreds of residents for a day filled with live performances, art, food, and local resources for LGBTQ+
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Palm Desert hosts 61st annual golf cart parade
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 61st Annual Golf Cart Parade, drawing thousands of residents to the streets of El Paseo. Dozens of decorated golf carts, sports cars, and marching bands participated in this year’s parade, which carried the theme “California Dreaming.” Many parade-goers adorned their carts
Continue ReadingJapan’s new prime minister faces her biggest test yet: Meeting Trump
By Hanako Montgomery, CNN Tokyo (CNN) — Months before she became Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi said she’d been invited to meet US President Donald Trump. It was November, just after his election victory and several figures close to Trump had urged her to visit Washington, she posted on her official X account. But she
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US Navy helicopter and fighter jet crash in separate incidents in the South China Sea
By Audry Jeong, Isabelle D’Antonio, CNN (CNN) — A US Navy helicopter and a fighter jet both crashed in the same half hour on Sunday during separate routine operations over the South China Sea, with all crew members safely rescued, the Navy’s Pacific Fleet said. The Navy has launched an investigation into the cause of
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