Drugs, Gang Violence, and Resistance in East Los Angeles.” – The Metropole

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Randol Contreras. The Marvelous Ones: Drugs, Gang Violence, and Resistance in East Los Angeles. Oakland: University of California Press, 2024. By Dianne Violeta Mausfeld East Los Angeles is an unincorporated part of Los Angeles County with a population that is over 95 percent Latino, overwhelmingly Mexican immigrants and Mexican Americans. Mexican immigrants settled in this…

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My Identity, My Heritage, and My Multi-National Upbringing — Posh, Broke, & Bored

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Malaysian by nationality, Chinese by ethnicity and heritage, Brit by circumstance; by way of Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and London. 🇲🇾 + 🇸🇬 + 🇦🇺 + 🇬🇧 = ? In which I spill the (oolong) tea about my identity, my heritage, and the distinctions of different Chinese groups (from the Mainland to Overseas) against a pastel-pretty historical street…

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Luxury Lifestyle

How Do I Find My Calling? (Part 1)

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“No matter who you are, where you live, where you’re from, how old you are or what your financial situation is, this is achievable. Sometimes we fall into the trap of thinking that our purpose is somewhere ‘out there’, perhaps a few years away after we’re a little older or more qualified. But nothing could…

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Lisa Niver and Welch’s Fruit Snacks

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Holiday Travel Tip: Don’t Get #Hangry! Welch’s Fruitside Assistance to the Rescue Recently, I shared my Holiday Travel tips on multiple TV news programs across the country. TIP #1 Don’t Get Hangry!! Bring Welch’s Fruit Snacks to make navigating holiday travel more enjoyable and less stressful. Traveling during the holidays can be overwhelming, with long…

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The Ultimate Japanese Food Guide: 31 Must-Try Foods and Drinks

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25 Japan is a food lover’s paradise, where you are guaranteed to experience both tradition and innovation. This Japanese food guide takes you through iconic dishes, snacks, and beverages, making Japan a must-visit gastronome destination. Get ready to savor the flavors of Japan with this comprehensive list of must-try foods. Our Japanese Food Guide: 31…

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Achieving Any Goal: A Goal-Setting Exercise

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Try this exercise for goal setting to transform from confusion to clear action. There’s something undeniably powerful about writing down your goals. What I know to be true, not just from my own personal experience but also from using this same technique with my clients is, it transforms ideas into intention. But setting goals isn’t just…

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Life Coach

The Latest UNIQLO Hawaii Collections – WANDERLUSTYLE – Hawaii Travel & Lifestyle Blog

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UNIQLO Reyn Spooner Colletion The UNIQLO X Reyn Spooner collection features classic floral and vintage-inspired patterns from the Reyn Spooner archive. For over six decades, Reyn Spooner has built a legacy of craftsmanship and design with Aloha in every stitch. The brand launched in the islands in 1961 after Reyn McCullough of Reyn’s Men’s Wear…

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Travel Lifestyle

13 Awesome Places to Visit in England By Train

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From Manchester’s thriving cultural scene to Cornwall’s coastal charms, the best places to visit in England span countryside, coast and cities, all peppered with historic sights and spectacular panoramas. London is only a fraction of this nation’s story. Once you leave the capital, you’ll soon find a very different pace of life and appreciate just…

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Travel Tips

The Unsung Heroes of the Middle East’s Fine Art Scene – StreetArtNews

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When we think of the art world, our minds often leap to the artists, galleries, and exhibitions that bring creativity to life. But behind every masterpiece hanging in a gallery or traveling the globe for a show, there’s a meticulous process ensuring its safety and presentation. Enter Dubai Fine Arts, the leading art handling company…

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