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Natasha Dixon

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Understanding iPhone Privacy: How to Ensure Your Device Isn't 'Listening'

As concerns about digital privacy surge, many iPhone users wonder if their devices are eavesdropping. Recent studies reveal that fears stem from misinterpretations of data collection, rather than actual surveillance, prompting a deeper exploration into user security and device settings.targeted ads persists. A 2019 BBC report underscores this paranoia, yet experts reveal more benign explanations rooted in advanced data collection methods. The Perception vs. Reality The idea that smartphones secretly listen to users has been a topic of debate. A 2019 BBC report highlighted that many believe their conversations are being monitored for advertisement targeting. However, researchers have found no

Understanding iPhone Privacy: How to Ensure Your Device Isn't 'Listening'
Education|WrittenByLAPost

School Safety Concerns Soar, but Do the Numbers Justify the Fears?

As the academic year commences, a palpable mix of eagerness and trepidation fills the air. Amidst the flurry of preparations, a dark cloud looms over the nation – the specter of school shootings. This apprehension is compounded by harrowing tales of tragedy in places like Nashville, Tennessee, Uvalde, Texas, and Oxford, Michigan. Recent surveys have unearthed a disconcerting trend: a sharp uptick in concerns about school safety. A nationwide poll conducted by NPR, PBS NewsHour, and Marist lays bare a troubling surge in the number of individuals who view their local schools as potential danger zones due to the prevalence

School Safety Concerns Soar, but Do the Numbers Justify the Fears?
Food|Technology|WrittenByLAPost

World's First 3D-Printed Vegan Salmon: A Sustainable Alternative

The first 3D-printed vegan salmon is now available in grocery stores, marking a significant advancement in the field of food technology. This sustainable alternative to traditional fish fillets, “THE FILET – Inspired By Salmon,” was developed by the food innovation company Revo Foods. This breakthrough in technology is a watershed moment for 3D-printed food, ushering in a new era of tailored, eco-friendly nourishment. Salmon is 3D printed using mycoprotein, a plant-based protein source generated from filamentous fungus. This cutting-edge method seeks to imitate the flavor and nutritional profile of conventional salmon without causing any harm to the ecosystem by way

World's First 3D-Printed Vegan Salmon: A Sustainable Alternative
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

The Blueprint for a Green Automotive Future: A Look into the Proposed Plan to Boost Electric Vehicle Sales

According to reports, the United States government under President Biden is getting ready to adopt the strictest vehicle pollution rules the country has ever seen. By 2032, 67% of all new passenger vehicles sold in the nation must be electric under these sweeping standards.  The new rules are a significant improvement  since at the moment, all-electric vehicles make up 5.8% of new car sales in the US. The updated approach greatly accelerates America’s efforts to combat climate change and places the US  at the forefront of global efforts.  The United States is not alone in reducing car emissions. Canada and

The Blueprint for a Green Automotive Future: A Look into the Proposed Plan to Boost Electric Vehicle Sales
Entertainment|WrittenByLAPost

A Touching Encounter: Jennifer Garner's Unexpected Gesture Makes People Think Twice

Actress Jennifer Garner, already well-known for her skills on the big screen, has recently drawn praise for her charitable work away from the cameras. Garner showed her compassion by giving a homeless guy her shoes and assisting him in putting on socks. This instance highlights the need of communicating the value of empathy. Recently, Garner was seen talking to a homeless man who uses a wheelchair. Not content with only exchanging pleasantries, Garner went above and above by also helping the man put on socks and shoes. A paparazzi photographer who was recording the actress in a Santa Monica Beach

A Touching Encounter: Jennifer Garner's Unexpected Gesture Makes People Think Twice
Health|Entertainment|WrittenByLAPost

Cancelled flight breaks couple up

When a couple’s planned first date didn’t go as planned, their story went crazy on TikTok, and they were made out to be bad guys. The story of Shelby Trischler and Mitch LoBuglio should teach us a lesson about rushing to judge others when we don’t have the full context. Perhaps more significantly, it reminds us that even seemingly small actions online can have outsized impacts on people’s lives, especially when privacy feels increasingly rare. Shelby Trischler, an active TikToker, met Mitch LoBuglio, a member of the band American Dream Machine, online. They connected over shared interests and humor and

Cancelled flight breaks couple up
Economy|WrittenByLAPost

Danelo Cavalcante: The Tale of the Escaped Prisoner’s Evasion and Capture

Danelo Cavalcante, a wanted killer, was approx. two weeks on the run in Pennsylvania until he was apprehended. The public was urged to remain indoors as a .22-caliber gun, taken from a house, was in his possession. But the sudden turn of events that led to Danelo Cavalcante’s capture shattered the suspenseful story that had gripped the nation. This is the fascinating story of how Cavalcante eluded officials, how they tirelessly chased him, and how they ultimately caught him. The authorities and the public were completely taken aback by Cavalcante’s Houdini-like escape from jail. Cavalcante escaped from prison one fateful

Danelo Cavalcante: The Tale of the Escaped Prisoner’s Evasion and Capture
Local|WrittenByLAPost

Investigation Unfolds as Scammers Trick Car Sellers. See the Video.

A Corona man said he was scammed by three men who tampered with his car, tricking him into selling it for a lower price than what it was worth. This bizarre car-selling scam has developed in Southern California, with a shady crew duping unsuspecting sellers into undervaluing their cars by offering them cash. In this elaborate con, the criminals intentionally damage the automobiles up for inspection, forcing the sellers to drastically lower their asking prices. By distracting and manipulating the sellers, these con artists are able to tamper with the cars while the victims are distracted. Surveillance footage exposed their

Investigation Unfolds as Scammers Trick Car Sellers. See the Video.
Health|WrittenByLAPost

 'I Do or I Don't Know?' - How Modern Relationships Respond to Commitment

Human relationships reflect a range of interests and expectations. Research suggests that monogamy, often seen as a universal model, may not suit everyone. Many are unaware that monogamy’s boundaries and conventions are evolving and when most people think of the term “monogamy,” they envision a married couple with children. However, there is a new relationship trend called “modern monogamy“.  Nowadays, people often use the term “modern monogamy” to  describe a marriage where one partner opts for monogamy, while the other views it as a potentially temporary or seasonal arrangement. The search for “the one” becomes unnecessary if one grasps this

 'I Do or I Don't Know?' - How Modern Relationships Respond to Commitment
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

Apple's Fight Against iPhone 15 Overheating Issues

Apple’s latest offering, the iPhone 15 series, has not only captured attention for its cutting-edge features but has also found itself embroiled in an unexpected predicament: overheating. Reports of devices have surfaced since their debut in September 2023. Initial complaints from users on various platforms were subsequently corroborated by reputable sources such as the Associated Press and the Wall Street Journal. While overheating is a common issue in smartphones, particularly during extended usage or charging, the iPhone 15 series appears to be grappling with a more pronounced manifestation of this problem. In response to these concerns, Apple has embarked on

Apple's Fight Against iPhone 15 Overheating Issues
Entertainment|WrittenByLAPost

Why We Keep Coming Back: The Science Behind Our Disney Obsession

Every year, millions of people travel to Disney theme parks, sometimes multiple times a year, leaving many of us to wonder what the parks’ alluring appleal is. The answer lies in the intricate interplay between individual psychology, sensory immersion, and the dynamics of group interaction. The desire to travel is more than a figure of speech. According to recent studies in behavioral psychology, the need to see the world may be a driving mental and emotional force. This is because our brains are hardwired to seek novelty, which in turn can stimulate the reward-related chemical dopamine. The utilization of aromas

Why We Keep Coming Back: The Science Behind Our Disney Obsession
News|WrittenByLAPost

Cold Case Unraveled: 50 Years After 9-Year-Old's Tragic Abduction in Cobb County. Watch the Video.

Five decades had passed in the calm Cobb County, Georgia, suburbs, where a disturbing mystery had remained. Debbie Lynn Randall was a lively third grader who disappeared on a cold January 1972 day while walking home from the laundry. Her disappearance left an unfillable hole in the community’s heart. But now, after years of disappointments and lost dreams, technology and tenacity have illuminated this shadowy chapter and provided the long-awaited conclusion to a horrible crime that had previously seemed unsolvable. When Debbie tragically vanished, hundreds were alerted, including law police and worried neighbors. The neighborhood was shocked to find her

Cold Case Unraveled: 50 Years After 9-Year-Old's Tragic Abduction in Cobb County. Watch the Video.
Environment|WrittenByLAPost

Clouds Harbor Unseen Pollutants: Japanese Researchers Uncover Airborne Microplastics

The once-pristine Mount Fuji today displays the far-reaching effects of microplastics. Recently discovered by Japanese scientists, this air pollution may have severe effects on our ecosystem and health. Microplastics, when fragmented by UV rays in the upper atmosphere, might amplify greenhouse gas emissions, potentially fueling global warming. The evidence is growing that microplastics not only contribute to heart and lung issues but also pose broader health challenges, including some cancers. These tiny fragments are present in marine life worldwide, from the Arctic’s icy realms to the snow-covered peaks of the Pyrenees, bridging France and Spain. The team of scientists believes

Clouds Harbor Unseen Pollutants: Japanese Researchers Uncover Airborne Microplastics
Health|WrittenByLAPost

From Buddy to Benjamin: Why Our Dogs Now Answer to Human Names

The distinction between people and their canine friends is becoming increasingly hazy in contemporary culture. The growing tendency of giving canines human names is one obvious sign of this trend. As everyone knows, certain names are more appropriate for people while some are more suited for dogs. But other names—like Angel, Riley, and Jack—live in a special place where they are used for both people and dogs. The Atlantic is among the publications that have noted this trend of canines adopting human names. We looked more thoroughly at this tendency by examining the names of 61,000 dogs that were up

From Buddy to Benjamin: Why Our Dogs Now Answer to Human Names
Business|Travel|WrittenByLAPost

Disney staff outraged after their perks are taken away

Walt Disney World employees are up in arms after the resort’s new leadership abruptly terminated decades of cherished workplace perks, inciting staff-wide fury. Triggered by governor-appointed administrators now overseeing Disney’s Florida kingdom, the cost-cutting move eliminates over 70,000 Disney employees’ long-enjoyed free theme park access and hefty resort discounts. Seen as the ultimate dream job perk, this free park entry privilege has formed an integral part of Disney’s worker benefits package since the resort opened in 1971. Now, under pressure from Florida’s combative governor amid a politicized takeover of Disney’s district authority, these treasured park access passes have been reduced

Disney staff outraged after their perks are taken away
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

Decode those emojis: Your Venmo feed may tell more than you realized

In today’s world, technology and social media shape our daily habits and activities, particularly with mobile payment apps like Venmo. That pizza emoji seems harmless, yet each tap of the tiny icon erodes privacy in ways Venmo users rarely think about. The same carefree impulse applies to photos, readily exposing personal habits. The scary part is that the layer beneath playful emoji lurks a trove of data any stranger can access. Venmo, which started in 2009 as a music start-up where users could purchase songs via text messages, was acquired by eBay in 2013. This transformed it into a popular

Decode those emojis: Your Venmo feed may tell more than you realized
Entertainment|WrittenByLAPost

From Swifties to MAGA - The Power and Peril of Fandom

Taylor Swift’s recent “Eras” tour stop, where she showed up to support her boyfriend at an NFL football game, has highlighted the intense devotion of modern fandom. Her appearance also illustrated how that kind of tribal loyalty is shaping politics, including the enduring support for former President Donald Trump. The passion of mega fans, once considered frivolous, is proving to be an increasingly powerful force that drives culture, economics and even extremism. Swift’s stadium concert tour is estimated to inject millions into local economies. Trump’s unwavering base continues to embrace the former president despite his 2020 loss and legal woes.

From Swifties to MAGA - The Power and Peril of Fandom
Economy|WrittenByLAPost

Yale Professor Sparks Fury With Shocking Aging Remarks

The inflammatory remarks of Yusuke Narita, a Japanese economics professor at Yale, have stirred heated debate in his home country. In recent interviews and public appearances, the 37-year-old Narita proposed shocking measures for dealing with Japan’s aging population, such as mass suicide or ritual disembowelment of the elderly. When prodded by a student to elaborate on these disturbing ideas, Narita graphically described a fictional scene of elderly suicide. Critics have responded angrily to Narita’s remarks, accusing him of encouraging hate and violence. Narita maintains he was using a metaphor, but his comments could have serious consequences in a country like

Yale Professor Sparks Fury With Shocking Aging Remarks
Economy|WrittenByLAPost

Dream State No More - Why Californians Are Fleeing Record High Housing Costs

California, the beloved “Golden State”, is experiencing a dramatic population decline unlike anything seen in its recent history. Between April 2020 and July 2022, the United States Census Bureau reports that California lost more residents than any other state save New York. Why are so many individuals leaving California is an intriguing topic brought up by this tremendous exodus. At the heart of the issue are the state’s astronomically high housing prices and an overall decreasing quality of life. The median home price in the state now tops $800,000, pricing out many middle-class families and workers. Lingering effects of the

Dream State No More - Why Californians Are Fleeing Record High Housing Costs
Environment|WrittenByLAPost

Toxic Algae Outbreak Sickens Sea Lions in California

A sudden surge of sick and dying sea lions and dolphins washing up on Southern California beaches has experts concerned about a neurotoxin caused by algae blooms along the coast. This outbreak of so-called “red tide” algae has produced a toxin known as domoic acid, which can be fatal to marine mammals and other sea life when ingested. As of June 27th, the Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro has taken in over 60 sick sea lions in just two weeks. John Warner, CEO of the center, said it “started as a trickle” but quickly escalated. Between June 8-14,

Toxic Algae Outbreak Sickens Sea Lions in California
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

AI-generated identity fraud steals billions as banks struggle to keep pace

Financial institutions are working hard to stop a growing trend of fake identity theft made possible by advanced AI technologies. A new poll of 500 scam experts from banks, credit agencies, and other finance companies shows that this quickly spreading threat, which costs lenders tens of billions of dollars yearly, makes them very nervous. These scams use AI to make fake customer identities to open fake accounts and steal money. This crime is expected to snowball as fraudsters use AI to make more believable fake identities on a large scale. With sophisticated algorithms automatically accepting fake applications, clever fake identities

AI-generated identity fraud steals billions as banks struggle to keep pace
Economy|WrittenByLAPost

Critical Failures in Air Traffic Control Putting Flyers at Risk Across America

Austin, Texas – This past February, air traffic controller Damian Campbell made a serious mistake that almost led to a disastrous jet crash at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on a chilly, foggy morning. While a FedEx cargo plane was making its last descent to land on the same runway, Campbell gave the order for a Southwest Airlines flight to take off down runway 18L. With visibility extremely low due to heavy fog, the FedEx pilots could not see the Southwest plane until the last possible moment.The FedEx pilots accelerated and used maximum power at the critical moment before the potential crash,

Critical Failures in Air Traffic Control Putting Flyers at Risk Across America
Local|WrittenByLAPost

Small Towns, Big Experiences: Exploring the Charm of California's Central Coast

Blink, and you might miss them—but stay, and you’ll be treated to the big charm of our ten small towns on Highway 1 in California’s picturesque Central Coast. Here, you’ll find fun, flavor, and fantastic views—plus plenty of fins, flippers and feathers, too! Sip bold wines in a quaint tasting room, or find an epic surf spot where the harbor seals are your only competition for waves. Marvel at a kaleidoscope of tens of thousands of Monarch butterflies, tucked just off the roadway. Or glimpse through a tiny window to witness the unparalleled grandeur of Big Sur’s “million-dollar view.” Exploring

Small Towns, Big Experiences: Exploring the Charm of California's Central Coast
Economy|WrittenByLAPost

Drivers Targeted in Rash of Jewelry-for-Cash Schemes, Say Police

 The Bellevue Police Department issued a warning this week advising residents to be vigilant of an emerging scam involving strangers attempting to exchange fake jewelry for cash. According to authorities, incidents of this con, known as the “jewelry exchange” scam, have increased substantially this year with at least 10 cases reported to date. The scam typically begins with criminals flagging down drivers and concocting elaborate stories to convince them the jewelry is real and valuable. They will claim to be down on their luck and in urgent need of gas money or funds for a hotel room. As payment, they

Drivers Targeted in Rash of Jewelry-for-Cash Schemes, Say Police
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

Can AI Really Replace Human Creativity in Music?

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the music industry is at an intriguing crossroads. The introduction of AI has brought up exciting new opportunities and challenging new barriers in the realm of music production and listening. AI’s infiltration into music has been steady and impactful. Notably, the rise of AI-powered music startups, such as Mayk.It, signals a paradigm shift in music production. Mayk . In the same way that apps like Instagram and TikTok have made picture and video editing accessible to more people, this new paradigm in music production makes writing and producing music easier for everyone. Mayk.It leverages

Can AI Really Replace Human Creativity in Music?

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