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Nahal Garakani

Nahal Garakani

Staff Writer

Nahal is a Digital Content Editor with experience in digital strategy and social media. She began her career with internships at the Santa Barbara Film Festival and later worked as a digital and social media planner for Wizard World Comic Con. Currently, she serves as a Digital Content Editor at the L.A. Post, overseeing digital narratives and strategies. Nahal holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Cal State Northridge and enjoys staying active through dance and fitness.

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Local

Ride L.A. Metro for Free This Holiday Season

L.A. Metro has announced that passengers can enjoy complimentary rides on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, facilitating safe holiday travel, officials shared today. The free rides will be in effect from 4 a.m. on December 24 until 3 a.m. on December 25, providing a cost-free transportation option during the festive season. In addition to the free rides offered, patrons can avail themselves of complimentary trips on Metro Micro by utilizing the promotional code Merry24, as conveyed by Metro officials. Furthermore, Metro Bike services will be free from December 24 through January 1 by using the code 010125, enhancing transportation

Ride L.A. Metro for Free This Holiday Season
Travel

Bad Behavior in the Sky: When Airline Passengers Cross the Line

The recent incident on an American Airlines flight from Miami to Los Angeles has reignited discussions about passenger etiquette and respect in shared spaces. The scene of a passenger’s bare feet pressed against an airplane wall represents a growing concern about personal boundaries in cramped airline cabins. “This individual had their bare feet up on the wall by the window,” according to passenger Steven Gonzalez, who shared the incident on Twitter. Such behavior, while shocking, has become increasingly common in air travel, with similar reports surfacing regularly across social media platforms. The passenger, dressed in gray shorts, displayed what many

Bad Behavior in the Sky: When Airline Passengers Cross the Line
Uncategorized

America's Most Popular Forest Sits Minutes from Los Angeles

The San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, located just outside Los Angeles, receives more visitors annually than iconic sites like Yosemite and the Grand Canyon. Established in 2014 and expanded by President Biden in May, this area now includes 110,000 more acres of protected wilderness. This extension means 757,000 additional people, mostly from diverse backgrounds, live within five miles of Los Angeles’ largest green space. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore various activities in the San Gabriel Mountains. Hiking paths, such as the Bridge to Nowhere and Mount Baldy, provide challenging trails for seasoned hikers and easier trails like the Devil’s Punchbowl Loop

America's Most Popular Forest Sits Minutes from Los Angeles
Health|Travel

How Airlines Engineer Passenger Space for Profit

Airlines have transformed the flying experience over the past 40 years by steadily reducing passenger space. According to a USA Today, a 2019 study by Consumer Reports, a standard economy seat’s legroom has shrunk from 34 inches in the 1980s to just 30-31 inches today in most major carriers. This dramatic reduction stems from airlines packing more seats into planes to boost profits, a practice known in the industry as “densification.” To achieve these tighter configurations, airlines installed thinner “slimline” seats with less padding. In a 2022 report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), these seats reduced aircraft weight

How Airlines Engineer Passenger Space for Profit
Crime

Suspect in Manhattan CEO Murder Had Written About Unabomber, Police Say

A former tech was charged with murder in the brazen morning shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel Wednesday. Luigi Mangione, 26, was arrested Monday at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after an employee recognized him from widely circulated surveillance images. According to reports, the New York Police Department said Mangione shot Thompson at point-blank range outside the New York Hilton Midtown, where the healthcare company was holding an investors conference. After the shooting, the suspect fled by bicycle through Central Park to the Upper West Side before leaving the city by bus, according to police.  He

Suspect in Manhattan CEO Murder Had Written About Unabomber, Police Say
Travel|Lifestyle

The Rise of 'Extreme Day Trips': When a Day Away Means Flying 1,200 Miles

A new travel trend is emerging that defies conventional notions of day trips, as adventurous souls are revolutionizing travel through Extreme Day Trips (EDT). Instead of short drives or train rides to nearby destinations, these intrepid travelers are taking to the skies for whirlwind same-day adventures to far-flung locations, treating airports like train stations and turning distant cities into accessible day-trip destinations. Take Kevin Droniak, who recently flew from New York to Miami for a beach day, carrying nothing more than a backpack. “You probably don’t know this, but Miami is a day trip from New York City,” Droniak declared

The Rise of 'Extreme Day Trips': When a Day Away Means Flying 1,200 Miles
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Does He Check His Fitness Likes? Scientists Find Surprising Link to Muscle Obsession

Men who frequently engage with fitness-related social media content are three times more likely to develop body image issues and disordered eating patterns, according to a 2023 study published in the Journal of Body Image, led by researchers at the University of South Australia. “Previous research has largely focused on women, but we’re now seeing that men are also vulnerable to the pressures of online body ideals,” according to lead researcher, Luigi Donnarumma. The scope of the problem is stark: approximately 10 million American males will develop an eating disorder during their lifetime, according to the National Eating Disorders Association

Does He Check His Fitness Likes? Scientists Find Surprising Link to Muscle Obsession
Travel

Brace for Thanksgiving Travel Chaos at These Airports

As millions of Americans prepare to traverse the country for Thanksgiving celebrations, a comprehensive new report from Jettly has shed light on which airports might prove most challenging for holiday travelers. The study, which analyzed data from the 2023 Thanksgiving period, offers crucial insights for passengers planning their holiday journeys. Security Wait Times: The Long and Short of It According to the Thrillist, Miami International Airport continues to hold its position as the nation’s leader in security wait times, with passengers spending an average of 54.1 minutes in security queues. This figure, while daunting, provides essential context for travelers planning

Brace for Thanksgiving Travel Chaos at These Airports
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L.A. Auto Show Opens Friday With Record Number of Test Drives

More than 1,000 vehicles will fill the Los Angeles Convention Center when the L.A. Auto Show opens Friday, for its 10-day run through Dec. 1. The show began in 1907 at Morley’s Skating Rink, where it displayed just 99 vehicles. Today, it stands as the largest auto show west of Chicago and has become a holiday staple for Southern California residents. Interactive Experiences and Attractions The L.A. Auto Show will feature its largest number of test-drive experiences this year. Visitors can drive vehicles through downtown L.A. in the “City Ride” experience or test electric vehicles on a one-mile track at

L.A. Auto Show Opens Friday With Record Number of Test Drives
Environment|WrittenByLAPost

A Sea Otter's Epic Surfboard Heist

Sea otters, known for their cute appearance and playful antics, have gained national attention for their unusual behavior. Otter 841, a 5-year-old female in Santa Cruz, California, steals surfboards and attacks kayakers, raising public safety concerns. Wildlife officials are working to rehome and capture her, with implications for sea otter conservation. Otter 841, commonly known by her nickname Laverna, has quickly gained the attention of locals and the online community alike due to her audacious surfboard thefts and encounters with water sports enthusiasts. Memes, petitions and merchandise supporting this ungovernable otter have sprouted in support of this charismatic creature; yet

A Sea Otter's Epic Surfboard Heist
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

Unmasking Deceit: Thrilling Insights into the World of Online Romance Scams

Dating apps and websites make finding potential romantic partners online much simpler than ever, but as romance frauds have become increasingly prevalent this ease is also fraught with risks. Scammers prey upon those vulnerable emotionally by taking advantage of them by exploiting trust issues and manipulating their emotions; we will examine scammers’ methods for creating these con games along with precautionary steps you can take to prevent becoming their victim. In this article, we’ll also look at practical measures you can take against becoming their target. Attracting Victims by Offering Appealing ProfilesScammers create false profiles on dating apps in order

Unmasking Deceit: Thrilling Insights into the World of Online Romance Scams
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Unmasking Deceit: Thrilling Insights into the World of Online Romance Scams

Dating apps and websites make finding potential romantic partners online much simpler than ever, but as romance frauds have become increasingly prevalent this ease is also fraught with risks. Scammers prey upon those vulnerable emotionally by taking advantage of them by exploiting trust issues and manipulating their emotions; we will examine scammers’ methods for creating these con games along with precautionary steps you can take to prevent becoming their victim. In this essay we’ll also look at practical measures you can take against becoming their target. An Overview of Online Dating ScamsOnline dating fraud is a complex, multi-step operation designed

Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Unmasking Deceit: Thrilling Insights into the World of Online Romance Scams

Dating apps and websites make finding potential romantic partners online much simpler than ever, but as romance frauds have become increasingly prevalent this ease is also fraught with risks. Scammers prey upon those vulnerable emotionally by taking advantage of them by exploiting trust issues and manipulating their emotions; we will examine scammers’ methods for creating these con games along with precautionary steps you can take to prevent becoming their victim. In this essay we’ll also look at practical measures you can take against becoming their target. An Overview of Online Dating ScamsOnline dating fraud is a complex, multi-step operation designed

Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Unmasking Deceit: Thrilling Insights into the World of Online Romance Scams

Dating apps and websites make finding potential romantic partners online much simpler than ever, but as romance frauds have become increasingly prevalent this ease is also fraught with risks. Scammers prey upon those vulnerable emotionally by taking advantage of them by exploiting trust issues and manipulating their emotions; we will examine scammers’ methods for creating these con games along with precautionary steps you can take to prevent becoming their victim. In this essay we’ll also look at practical measures you can take against becoming their target. An Overview of Online Dating ScamsOnline dating fraud is a complex, multi-step operation designed

Food|Health|WrittenByLAPost

Irresistible and Nutritious Dinner Ideas for a Flavor-Packed Night!

A balanced dinner is essential for maintaining good health since it boosts our immune systems, gives us the energy we need for optimal performance, and helps us avoid chronic illnesses. Moreover, a wholesome dinner benefits our mental and emotional health. It might make us feel better, make our sleep better, and make us more productive and focused. When we feed our bodies nutritious foods, we feel reenergized and prepared to take on any activity. Finding the time and energy to prepare wholesome meals can be difficult especially for those with busy schedules. All it needs is a little preplanning and

Irresistible and Nutritious Dinner Ideas for a Flavor-Packed Night!
Health|WrittenByLAPost

Doctors alarmed: What's causing girls' puberty to start earlier?

Girls navigating first bras before first crushes. Students getting their periods before fourth grade. Recent findings sound an alarming wake-up call around early puberty acceleration in young females. Mounting research implicates a prominent culprit – the obesity epidemic. This public health juggernaut not only strains kids’ hearts and joints but also appears to spur sexual maturation prematurely. By scrutinizing the interplay between weight factors and developmental timing, scientists shed light on an unsettling culture shift. Girls blossom into womanhood years quicker than their mothers, often sorely unprepared. This cultural fast-forward summons profound individual psyches and societal ripples. As clinicians race

Doctors alarmed: What's causing girls' puberty to start earlier?
Health|WrittenByLAPost

Ozempic Alternatives: Are they safe?

In recent years, pharmaceuticals like Ozempic and Mounjaro have seen an increase in popularity, showing promise in regulating blood sugar and assisting with weight loss. Social media influencers have also jumped on the bandwagon, promoting Berberine as an “all-natural” version of Ozempic. But is Berberine truly a viable alternative? In this article we will dive into its potential advantages and drawbacks as an Ozempic alternative.  Berberine is a bioactive compound found in various shrubs such as barberry, Oregon grape, goldthread and tree turmeric. Despite being little known in the US, Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have traditionally used Berberine and many

Ozempic Alternatives: Are they safe?
Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Ozempic Alternatives: Are they safe?

In recent years, pharmaceuticals like Ozempic and Mounjaro have seen an increase in popularity, showing promise in regulating blood sugar and assisting with weight loss. Social media influencers have also jumped on the bandwagon, promoting Berberine as an “all-natural” version of Ozempic. But is Berberine truly a viable alternative? In this article we will dive into its potential advantages and drawbacks as an Ozempic alternative.  Berberine is a bioactive compound found in various shrubs such as barberry, Oregon grape, goldthread and tree turmeric. Despite being little known in the US, Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have traditionally used Berberine and many

Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Ozempic Alternatives: Are they safe?

In recent years, pharmaceuticals like Ozempic and Mounjaro have seen an increase in popularity, showing promise in regulating blood sugar and assisting with weight loss. Social media influencers have also jumped on the bandwagon, promoting Berberine as an “all-natural” version of Ozempic. But is Berberine truly a viable alternative? In this article we will dive into its potential advantages and drawbacks as an Ozempic alternative. Berberine is a bioactive compound found in various shrubs such as barberry, Oregon grape, goldthread and tree turmeric. Despite being little known in the US, Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have traditionally used Berberine and many

Technology|WrittenByLAPost

Update to iPhone Software: A Small Change with a Big Effect

Even the slightest changes can have a big effects on our everyday lives in the fast-paced world of technology. With the imminent launch of iOS 17, Apple, renowned for its innovative goods and software updates, is creating a stir once more. The Red Button Moves The largest change coming to iOS 17 is the redesigned call screen, which aims to enhance the user experience and functionality for iPhone users. More features will be available on the new screen, and the “end call” button will now be located in the bottom right corner. The new call screen design has already sparked

Update to iPhone Software: A Small Change with a Big Effect
Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Update to iPhone Software: A Small Change with a Big Effect

“Change is the only constant in life.” – Heraclitus Even the slightest changes can have a big effects on our everyday lives in the fast-paced world of technology. With the imminent launch of iOS 17, Apple, renowned for its innovative goods and software updates, is creating a stir once more. The Red Button Moves The largest change coming to iOS 17 is the redesigned call screen, which aims to enhance the user experience and functionality for iPhone users. More features will be available on the new screen, and the “end call” button will now be located in the bottom right

Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Update to iPhone Software: A Small Change with a Big Effect

“Change is the only constant in life.” – Heraclitus Even the slightest changes can have a big effects on our everyday lives in the fast-paced world of technology. With the imminent launch of iOS 17, Apple, renowned for its innovative goods and software updates, is creating a stir once more. The Red Button Moves The largest change coming to iOS 17 is the redesigned call screen, which aims to enhance the user experience and functionality for iPhone users. More features will be available on the new screen, and the “end call” button will now be located in the bottom right

Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Update to iPhone Software: A Small Change with a Big Effect

“Change is the only constant in life.” – Heraclitus Even the slightest changes can have a big effects on our everyday lives in the fast-paced world of technology. With the imminent launch of iOS 17, Apple, renowned for its innovative goods and software updates, is creating a stir once more. The Red Button Moves The largest change coming to iOS 17 is the redesigned call screen, which aims to enhance the user experience and functionality for iPhone users. More features will be available on the new screen, and the “end call” button will now be located in the bottom right

Uncategorized|WrittenByLAPost

Update to iPhone Software: A Small Change with a Big Effect

“Change is the only constant in life.” – Heraclitus Even the slightest changes can have a big effects on our everyday lives in the fast-paced world of technology. With the imminent launch of iOS 17, Apple, renowned for its innovative goods and software updates, is creating a stir once more. The Red Button Moves The largest change coming to iOS 17 is the redesigned call screen, which aims to enhance the user experience and functionality for iPhone users. More features will be available on the new screen, and the “end call” button will now be located in the bottom right

Health|WrittenByLAPost

Vaccination Strategy: The Surprising Impact of Choosing Your Injection Arm

Why Same-Arm Vaccinations May Be More Effective When it comes to vaccines, it seems that picking which arm to receive the dose in can have a big impact on how effective the vaccine is. The controversy surrounds the notion that individuals who receive all of their immunizations in one arm react more strongly to infection than others who get them split between both arms. This article dives into the potential benefits of giving vaccines in a focused and exact manner, which was published in the prestigious journal eBioMedicine. About 300 people without a history of COVID-19 infection participated in this

Vaccination Strategy: The Surprising Impact of Choosing Your Injection Arm

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