Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA) and Councilman Kevin de Leon will take part in a Los Angeles mayoral candidates forum at ICM Partners on Tuesday that will focus on what is perhaps the biggest issue in the race: homelessness. The event, called Solving Homelessness and sponsored by Politico and ICM Partners , also will feature Alfre Woodard with opening remarks. It comes with just two weeks before the mayoral primary, with polls showing a tight race between Bass and developer Rick Caruso. An ICM Partners spokesperson said that Caruso, who has blanketed Los Angeles airwaves with ads focused on the homelessness crisis, was invited but declined, citing a scheduling conflict. In a debate in March , Bass said that she would appoint a person who would be in charge of addressing the homelessness crisis and that person would report to her. She also talked of a plan to house 15,000 people in her first year. De Leon emphasized his record in addressing the problem in his … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Mayor’s Race: ICM Partners, Politico To Host Candidates Forum On Homelessness
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Head in the Clouds: Rich Brian, K-Pop Group iKON at ‘Asian Coachella’
“Representation” was the word of the weekend as more than a dozen Asian artists took the stage Saturday for the second annual Head in the Clouds festival in Los Angeles . Dubbed by fans as the “Asian Coachella,” the single-day festival brought out more than 20,000 people, according to organizers 88rising , the Los Angeles-based music label and creative agency known for their roster of Asian acts like Rich Brian , Joji , and Higher Brothers, all of whom performed at the event. The show, which took over Los Angeles State Historic Park in downtown L.A., also marked the West Coast festival debut for K-Pop act, iKON , who first set foot on U.S. soil earlier this year, with a rousing showcase at SXSW. The boyband was also making one of their first appearances since founding member, Kim Han Bin, better known by his onstage moniker B.I, left the group in June, reportedly forced out by management over allegations that he attempted to buy marijuana (cannabis use is still … [Read more...] about Head in the Clouds: Rich Brian, K-Pop Group iKON at ‘Asian Coachella’
Davos World Economic Forum Back In Person; No Snow Or Stars As Politicians, CEOs Hold Court North Of Cannes
YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki and Microsoft chief Satya Nadella were skedded to join 2,500 politicians, business and nonprofit leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos , Switzerland this week as the annual gathering kneecapped by Covid is back in person. It reconvenes, a bit subdued, at a critical moment with the world staggering under food scarcity, raging fuel prices and war. There’s usually a sprinkling of snow on the pines at the toney mountain resort, about a seven-hour drive from the Cannes Film Festival. The showbiz presence is also scant at an event that over the years has hosted Hollywood and music royalty like Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Angelina Jolie, Charlize Theron, Sharon Stone, Goldie Hawn, Bono, Peter Gabriel and Will.I.Am. Davos is the place where assembled dignitaries tittered and booed a boastful speech by former President Donald Trump in 2018, but weren’t laughing when he returned in 2020. In 2021, the event was virtual. This year, it … [Read more...] about Davos World Economic Forum Back In Person; No Snow Or Stars As Politicians, CEOs Hold Court North Of Cannes
Jackson Wang, Joji, Rich Brian Lead Lineup for Asian-Centric Head in the Clouds Festival
Some of the biggest Asian acts in the world will descend upon Southern California this August as label 88rising ’s Head in the Clouds Music & Arts Festival returns for a second year. Indonesian songwriter and producer NIKI, Hong Kong native Jackson Wang and his “Magic Man Experience,” and Indonesian rapper Rich Brian are among the headliners for the 2022 edition of Head in the Clouds, which takes place in Pasadena, California August 20 and 21 at Brookside at the Rose Bowl. The trio’s appearance on the bill comes after all three artists performed during 88rising’s groundbreaking Coachella set, which featured the surprise reunion of K-pop girl group 2NE1. While CL and the 2NE1 girls aren’t part of Head in the Clouds, K-pop is well-represented on the bill, with headlining sets from K-pop sirens BIBI and Chung Ha , as well as hip-hop legend Jay Park. This year’s festival will also feature performances from Oakland-native mxmtoon, who rose to fame after posting her … [Read more...] about Jackson Wang, Joji, Rich Brian Lead Lineup for Asian-Centric Head in the Clouds Festival
PBS’ National Memorial Day Concert Returns With Tributes To Colin Powell, Gold Star Families
The National Memorial Day Concert will return as a live presentation on May 29, with plans including a tribute to General Colin Powell and commemorations of Gold Star families and to those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. The 90-minute broadcast once again will be hosted by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise and will once again feature a lineup of musical performances along with tribute segments. It will air on PBS and stream on YouTube starting at 8 PM ET. Dennis Haysbert will be featured in the tribute to Powell, who had regularly spoken at previous concerts. Powell, the former Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, died last year. Gil Birmingham will appear in Generations of Service, a tribute to the 58,000 lives lost in the Vietnam war and those who served during that era. Among the stories to be featured is that of Francis Whitebird, who served two tours in Vietnam and received a Purple Heart. Whitebird’s Lakota family has … [Read more...] about PBS’ National Memorial Day Concert Returns With Tributes To Colin Powell, Gold Star Families
Josh Community Creator Swathy Manu Is Set To Take The Music Industry By Storm With His Videos
Dailyhunt's short video app Josh, has conquered the space of content creation within a short period of time. A one-stop destination for viral, entertaining content belonging to different genres and languages, the home-grown app is a hit with the audience for being unique in every way. Besides content creation, Josh has given India's diverse talent a platform to let their creative juices flow and make their dreams come true. In the last few years, Josh has also joined hands with some of the biggest brands in the country to create engaging content. Speaking about the pool of talent on Josh, one name which has been generating a lot of buzz is that of music director Swathy Manu. The young blood who recently joined the Josh Malayalam community, has been grabbing eyeballs and how! Have a look at Swathy Manu's Instagram handle. Hailing from a family of government employees, Swathy is a BCA graduate from Calicut. He started his singing journey at the age of 8 … [Read more...] about Josh Community Creator Swathy Manu Is Set To Take The Music Industry By Storm With His Videos
Jug Jugg Jeeyo Trailer Takes Twitter By Storm!
Yesterday (May 22, 2022), the trailer of Raj Mehta's directorial venture Jug Jugg Jeeyo got unveiled on YouTube and guess what? The trailer has been receiving positive response from netizens. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Maniesh Paul and Prajakta Kohli in the lead roles. While the movie deals with the complexities of relationships, it also promises a ride full of laughter and drama. In the film, Varun plays a married man who is keen to divorce his wife (played by Kiara). However, things take a drastic turn when he learns that his father (played by Anil Kapoor) is having an extra-marital affair and he is also planning to divorce his wife (played Neetu Kapoor). Reacting to the trailer, a netizen wrote, "Trailer of #JugJuggJeeyo is colourful, vibrant and takes you to the world of typical Bollywood film where lead protagonists celebrate and live life to the fullest . Ample emotions, good music and fresh pairs will be … [Read more...] about Jug Jugg Jeeyo Trailer Takes Twitter By Storm!
Sophia Bush Alleged Stalker Arrested
Getty Sophia Bush definitely had a scary situation brewing at home ... because a woman who kept allegedly showing up at her place just got busted for stalking. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... a 36-year-old woman named Jhoseplyn Coreaarguello was arrested last week at the former 'One Tree Hill' star's Los Angeles area home, where cops say the woman kept coming by uninvited. She was leaving gifts and flowers addressed to Sophia. She also followed Bush to other locations. We're told Coreaarguello was showing up at various restaurants where Sophia was dining. What pushed things over the legal line ... sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Coreaarguello was sending "aggressive Instagram messages." We're told the Los Angeles City Attorney charged the woman with one count of misdemeanor stalking ... and she's facing up to one year in county jail if convicted. Gallery Launch Gallery Getty The woman is still in custody on $50,000 … [Read more...] about Sophia Bush Alleged Stalker Arrested
Javaris Crittenton — The FBI Wanted Poster
Cops in Atlanta have issued an official WANTED POSTER for former NBA player Javaris Crittenton -- who is suspected of murdering a 22-year-old woman in Atlanta earlier this month. Crittenton is considered "armed and dangerous" -- and cops promise anyone who can offer any information on his whereabouts will not have to testify in court. Cops are offering a cash reward for any information leading to his arrest -- but it's unclear how much money is up for grabs. Law enforcement officials believe the ex-Washington Wizards player recently purchased a one-way ticket to Los Angeles -- and may still be in town. … [Read more...] about Javaris Crittenton — The FBI Wanted Poster
‘Ghosts’ Star Danielle Pinnock Signs With ICM Partners
EXCLUSIVE: Danielle Pinnock , the breakout star of CBS hit comedy Ghosts , has signed with ICM Partners for representation. On Ghosts , Pinnock plays Alberta, a Prohibition-era lounge singer turned ghost who is trapped in a modern-day country estate recently inherited by two unexpecting new tenants. The hit comedy series recently wrapped its first season and has been renewed for a second season on CBS. Pinnock also co-created with Punam Patel ( I Love That For You ), the adult animated series Unmentionables , which is being developed for television by Emmy-winning producer Anthony Hemingway and Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson. The project revolves around a rag-tag group of undergarments and the occupational hazards and triumphs they go through with their millennial owner. Pinnock most recently hosted the Casting Society’s 37th Annual Artios Awards, which recognize execellence in casting from the year in entertainment. She also is developing a pilot of her … [Read more...] about ‘Ghosts’ Star Danielle Pinnock Signs With ICM Partners