Source: Los Angeles Times
By: Rick Rojas
http://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-hammer-shooting-20140121,0,4082708.story#axzz2r1AJ047k
On Saturday, January 19, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's department received a call from the Alvarez family who were threatened by one of their family member's weapons in the household. Reportedly one of the children Joshua Alvarez, 16, was arguing with his older brother and had involved a hammer and sharp instrument in the matter. Since the family feared the potential use of these tools, they called the police and as they arrived they ordered Joshua to release the weapons from his hands. As he refused and continued to walk toward the cops, on of them shot the boy in the abdomen two times and left him severely injured. Joshua is currently in the intensive care unit of the hospital where he got surgery done and is scheduled to have another one this Tuesday. The family demands to know why the officer chose this soulution to the problem when he could have used another method in preventing the boy from causing any potential damage with his weapons. "We want answers," Joshua's aunt, Alva Alvarez said. Joshua is "just a minor, just a kid. He
barely turned 16. We love Joshua, and we just want him to be better and
to get back in the house with us." As a result of all this confusion many protesters including Joshua's family gathered up outside of this officer's office and held signs and chanted for the right attention of this case. However, his case was not the only thing they were fighting for. The family has camped out of the hospital to wait for any sudden health improvements of his condition. All they really want is justice and are fighting and waiting for a change.
Monday, January 20, 2014
My Very Own Gatsby Party!
If I was to ever throw a Gatsby themed party of my own it would most definitely be one of the most outrageous and memorable parties known to man. Now, one might ask how somebody can create something as phenomenal as the famous and fictional Gatsby party in real life. It is quite simple really, all that is necessary is a few good vibes to go around through a respectable amount of amazing music, food, and company and the social gathering is set!
This spectacular party would take place in my three story vacation home in Manhattan Beach, California from morning till dawn. Anybody from the area would be invited just as long as they wear their best swim wear and carry positive energy with them! During the day swimming and surfing activities would be held in my backyard beach. Some tanning will be included for my dark skin lovers while we listen to some killer tunes, eat pizza, and smoke some hookah. All in all, the day would mostly revolve around relaxation and light fun to prepare for the crazy entertainment arranged for the evening. As the sun sets and the day becomes night a huge music festival would be held in my backyard featuring some of the most popular performers in the industry. Electronic dance and house music artists, such as Zedd, Calvin Harris, Major Lazer, and Hardwell will perform. This musical event would be considered a "rave" with just over 10,000 people jamming out to their favorite songs with one another and feeling a certain connection to the music, people, and place. This moment of pure euphoria would feel like a certain period of time one would never want to escape leaving each guest who attended my party not only satisfied with their night, but with a memory that will last ages. Therefore, by producing this feeling for every single guest through the means of music, dance, or even food I will have successfully thrown to the best party ever and become a legend. You're welcome.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Clothing of the 1920's
Sources: http://www.unique-vintage.com/1920sStyle.php
http://tirocchi.stg.brown.edu/514/story/fashion_twenties.html
http://mens-fashion.lovetoknow.com/Men%27s_Fashion_in_the_1920s
As music and dance flourished in the 1920's, so did fashion. The traditional wasp waist gowns were now replaced with the chemise, a streamlined, straight, simple, and tubular dress with a dropped waist. However, this time period was best known for the flapper dress which was designed with fringed beads hanging over a slim fitting dress incorporated with a variety of different fabrics, such as beaded chiffon, lace, velvet, and sequins. The dress was actually made with a fringe design so that the flappers can shimmy when they danced. Low-waisted dresses with a narrow and dropping form on the bottom were a common style of dresses amongst the women as well. These types of dresses allowed women to kick up their heals and join in new dances like the Charleston. The most common types of shoes worn back then by the women were t-straps, oxfords, peep toes, and mary janes. The most popular type of hair cut at the time was the kind that resembled a short and boyish appearance which was worn with a headband or hat. The most popular types of hats were the turban and cloche hats. Cloche hats were deep, close-fitting and pulled down to the eye brows. Skull-caps were typical of the vamp style and were inspired by the east and silent films. A few extra accessories the women wore along with their clothes were pearls, gloves extended above the elbow, velvet scarves, fans, and regular envelope shaped evening bags.
Men's style in the time period mostly consisted of suits for both business related and celebration purposes. Suits were simple, with slim, unpadded jackets over wide-legged trousers. As for the ties, they were considered casual, whereas bow ties became more fashionable and associated to social gatherings.The fabrics and colors of the clothing in general became lighter and brighter than anyone had seen in years, reflecting the brightness of the music, theatre and good times.
http://tirocchi.stg.brown.edu/514/story/fashion_twenties.html
http://mens-fashion.lovetoknow.com/Men%27s_Fashion_in_the_1920s
As music and dance flourished in the 1920's, so did fashion. The traditional wasp waist gowns were now replaced with the chemise, a streamlined, straight, simple, and tubular dress with a dropped waist. However, this time period was best known for the flapper dress which was designed with fringed beads hanging over a slim fitting dress incorporated with a variety of different fabrics, such as beaded chiffon, lace, velvet, and sequins. The dress was actually made with a fringe design so that the flappers can shimmy when they danced. Low-waisted dresses with a narrow and dropping form on the bottom were a common style of dresses amongst the women as well. These types of dresses allowed women to kick up their heals and join in new dances like the Charleston. The most common types of shoes worn back then by the women were t-straps, oxfords, peep toes, and mary janes. The most popular type of hair cut at the time was the kind that resembled a short and boyish appearance which was worn with a headband or hat. The most popular types of hats were the turban and cloche hats. Cloche hats were deep, close-fitting and pulled down to the eye brows. Skull-caps were typical of the vamp style and were inspired by the east and silent films. A few extra accessories the women wore along with their clothes were pearls, gloves extended above the elbow, velvet scarves, fans, and regular envelope shaped evening bags.
Men's style in the time period mostly consisted of suits for both business related and celebration purposes. Suits were simple, with slim, unpadded jackets over wide-legged trousers. As for the ties, they were considered casual, whereas bow ties became more fashionable and associated to social gatherings.The fabrics and colors of the clothing in general became lighter and brighter than anyone had seen in years, reflecting the brightness of the music, theatre and good times.
CES 2014 live: Yahoo's Marissa Mayer touts new digital services
Source: Los Angeles Times
By: Salvador Rodriguez and Chris O'Brien
http://www.latimes.com/business/technology/la-fi-tn-ces-2014-live-updates-consumer-electronics-show-att-tmobile-20140107,0,2349490.story#axzz2qG9UaYqO
CES officially began on Tuesday January, 7 and had its viewers in store for many new gadgets and technological advancements. Samsung revealed their two brand new android tablets created for users who want to be able to get more work done on their devices. The tablets are the Samsung Galaxy TabPro and Galaxy NotePro. The two devices are said to resemble the design of Microsoft's Windows 8. The way they increase productivity, however, is by enabling the users to run four apps at once. Other than multitasking techniques Samsung designed the on-screen keyboards to match what looks like the physical keyboards that are used with Windows computers. They did this by now providing arrow keys to scroll up and down as well as sideways. Keys such as "control" and "c" for copy were also added to emphasize the design and easy access.
Yahoo's CEO used the CES keynote address as an opportunity to announce all the new additions for the company such as a new smartphone app and targeted ads on it's Tumblr. The new hit app, Yahoo News Digest, sends users two daily digests composed of personalized news stories. Mayer also unveiled Yahoo Food and Yahoo Tech, new websites that present news in a magazine type of design. David Karp, creator of Tumblr also announced that tumblr ads will now will now be powered by Yahoo advertising and this way will target to particular users more accurately.
By: Salvador Rodriguez and Chris O'Brien
http://www.latimes.com/business/technology/la-fi-tn-ces-2014-live-updates-consumer-electronics-show-att-tmobile-20140107,0,2349490.story#axzz2qG9UaYqO
CES officially began on Tuesday January, 7 and had its viewers in store for many new gadgets and technological advancements. Samsung revealed their two brand new android tablets created for users who want to be able to get more work done on their devices. The tablets are the Samsung Galaxy TabPro and Galaxy NotePro. The two devices are said to resemble the design of Microsoft's Windows 8. The way they increase productivity, however, is by enabling the users to run four apps at once. Other than multitasking techniques Samsung designed the on-screen keyboards to match what looks like the physical keyboards that are used with Windows computers. They did this by now providing arrow keys to scroll up and down as well as sideways. Keys such as "control" and "c" for copy were also added to emphasize the design and easy access.
Yahoo's CEO used the CES keynote address as an opportunity to announce all the new additions for the company such as a new smartphone app and targeted ads on it's Tumblr. The new hit app, Yahoo News Digest, sends users two daily digests composed of personalized news stories. Mayer also unveiled Yahoo Food and Yahoo Tech, new websites that present news in a magazine type of design. David Karp, creator of Tumblr also announced that tumblr ads will now will now be powered by Yahoo advertising and this way will target to particular users more accurately.
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