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These Disney characters are set to appear at Disneyland's first-ever After Dark Pride event

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

Over two dozen Disney characters, along with two openly gay superheroes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will make meet and greet appearances at Disneyland’s first After Dark Pride event on Tuesday evening.Phastos from “Eternals”, who is one of the few confirmed LGBTQ+ superheroes, according to Entertainment Weekly, is slated to greet Disneyland guests during the first night of the Pride event. Disneyland brings back ticket deal for California residents America Chavez, from “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” who is described as an “out and proud Latinx hero,” according to Marvel.com, will also make meet and greet appearances. The event, announced in April, will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and allies and include entertainment, photo opportunities, specialty food items, event merchandise and more.Here is a list of the characters expected to appear during Pride Nite at Disneyland, according to Blog Mickey.Main Street U.S.ACruella de Vil from “101 Dalmations”Adven...

Bob Nouri – Unraveling the Secret of Success with Multimillion Chevrolet Dealership

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

“I believe the auto industry will change more in the next five to 10 years than it has in the last 50, and this gives us the opportunity to make cars more capable, more sustainable, and more exciting than ever before.”– Mary Barra- CEO and Chairperson of General Motor.Imagine a world without automobiles. A slow and sluggish journey on camels and horses, just like in ancient times. But with the evolving era and innovative technology, life is improving. The profound influence of technology can be vividly seen in the automotive industry. The industry is moving towards a new world, propelled by sustainability and changing consumer behavior; the business has seen exponential success. This rampant elevation has happened because automotive manufacturers spend around 11 figures annually on research and development to achieve the best-performing and service-oriented vehicles.So, is the automotive industry changing gears? The adoption and availability of modern technology are primarily ...

Reeling in the Stars: Nimi Adokiye at the 10th Annual Real to Reel at The Hollywood Museum

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

It’s no secret that The Hollywood Museum is a hotspot for celebrities to both strut their stuff and pay homage to their craft. This beacon of entertainment history in the heart of Hollywood recently rolled out the red carpet for the 10th annual Real to Reel exhibition. This year, the spotlight was not just on the celebrities but also on the rich history of Hollywood, showcasing the progression of the entertainment industry from silent films and television shows to modern digital platforms.Photograph by Rob TothNimi Adokiye and Raven-SymoneAmong the star-studded attendees was  Infamy and Bob Hearts Abishola  actress Nimi Adokiye, who arrived on the red carpet looking radiant in a striking emerald two-piece ensemble. The expectant actress and style icon added a contrasting touch to her outfit with sleek black heels and a viridescent green purse. Despite her growing baby bump, Adokiye’s confidence and glow were impossible to miss, making her one of the most noteworthy celeb...

Being a catalyst of change in the cosmetics world and promoting sustainability is Biokidé Founder Fatimata Kane.

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

Biokidé has been breaking barriers in the vast and ever-evolving cosmetics industry as a sustainable luxury cosmetics brand.Having the vision to attain specific goals in life is one thing, but having the courage and the right mental attitude to take risks when required and make bold choices, to stand unconventional yet relevant in one’s chosen industry, is a different game altogether. It takes a lot for people to make it to the latter category, but there has been an influx of female business owners and professionals who have been doing precisely that and stunning people worldwide with their work ethics, their business astuteness and the purpose with which they work on thriving their brands and businesses. We couldn’t help but notice the rise of one such incredible woman, a woman of genuine purpose; we are talking about Fatimata Kane.Fatimata Kane is the one that up-and-comers in the business world are looking up to for the sheer brilliance she has shown in her entreprene...

Feds seize 150 gallons of meth: Two sentenced to federal prison for operating conversion meth lab in San Jose

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

SAN JOSE — Two men who operated a clandestine laboratory designed to convert liquidized methamphetamine into a crystalized form have been sentenced to multi-year stints in federal prison, court records show.Mario Orozco was sentenced to five years in federal prison, while Teodoro Ayon-Ramos was given a four-year, three-month prison term. Both sentences were handed down by U.S. District Judge Edward Davila, court records show.Both men were indicted in late 2020, and have been out of jail while their cases were pending. Davila gave Ayon-Ramos until June 20 to turn himself into prison, and Orozco has until July 5, according to the sentencing papers.Ayon-Ramos’ lawyer wrote in court papers that his client had hoped to raise money for an ailing father who suffered from cancer, but added, “Mr. Ramos is not contending that his motive makes him less guilty of his crime.” Orozco’s lawyer described him in court papers as “a hardworking family man, who is se...

Funeral funds grow for Antioch 18-year-old shot to death at birthday party

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

ANTIOCH — An online fundraiser seeking $30,000 to cover the funeral and other expenses for an 18-year-old woman killed at a birthday party shooting that also wounded six others went past the halfway mark to its goal Tuesday.Nadia Tirado, of Antioch, was hit in the hail of gunfire that broke out about 1 a.m. Sunday in or near a residence on Sunset Lane near Mountaire Park. According to police, uninvited guests arrived at the party and something sparked a conflict and bullets flew.Tirado died after being rushed to a hospital. The fundraiser reached $15,100 early Tuesday. It said Tirado was hit in the lower abdomen.Her death is the fourth homicide investigated by Antioch police this year.“Like many others, we are extremely heartbroken and devastated,” fundraiser organizers Melina Alvarez and Sandra Rangel wrote in the page’s entry. “With the help of friends and family, we would love to honor her and say our final goodbyes.”Police have not made any ar...

Watch live: Crowds build ahead of Trump arraignment

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

Demonstrators are gathering at downtown Miami's federal courthouse ahead of Former President Trump’s arraignment on charges related to alleged mishandling of classified documents. On Monday, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez (R) stated that security would be sufficient to make sure crowds are “peaceful in demonstrating how they feel.” Miami officials have readied their security for a turnout of up to 50,000, officials indicated.The arraignment itself is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. ET, although the courtroom proceedings will not be streamed or recorded on camera.Coverage of events has been ongoing in Miami and outside Trump's nearby Doral, Fla., golf club, where the former president stayed Monday night.Watch the live video above.

Brazil holds out hope of hiring Ancelotti as national team coach

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

MADRID (AP) — Brazil will make another push to hire Carlo Ancelotti despite the coach’s intention to remain with Real Madrid next season.Ednaldo Rodrigues, president of the Brazilian soccer confederation, said Tuesday he hopes to meet with Ancelotti or his staff in the next few days to discuss the possibility of hiring him.“We see him as one of the best soccer coaches in the world,” Rodrigues said in Madrid at the official launch of a friendly between Brazil and Spain to boost the fight against racism. “He is a winner and every athlete who played for him say that they miss him and that he is the best coach that they ever had.”Ancelotti was thankful for Brazil’s interest but last month said he will finish his Madrid contract, which runs through the 2023-24 season. He said he and the club are in agreement for him to stay.Brazil has been without a coach since Tite left after the World Cup in Qatar.Brazil will play a friendly against Guinea in Spain on Saturday and three day...

Haddad Maia loses in 1st round, title defense over at Nottingham Open

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) — Beatriz Haddad Maia’s defense of her grass-court Nottingham Open title is over already.Coming off reaching the semifinals at the French Open last week, the Brazilian player was defeated by lucky loser Daria Snigur 6-4, 6-3 in the first round on Tuesday.Snigur was only playing because fellow Ukrainian Lesia Tsurenko pulled out because of injury hours before the match. However, as a junior Wimbledon champion back in 2019, Snigur was a tough opponent for the second-seeded Haddad Maia.Third-seeded Magda Linette advanced to the last 16 by beating Olivia Gadecki 6-4, 6-4 and seventh-seeded Camila Giorgi defeated Madison Brengle 7-6 (5), 6-2.New British No. 1 Katie Boulter beat Emily Appleton 6-1, 6-3.___More AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

Tottenham fan gets 3-year ban from attending games for mocking Hillsborough tragedy

Published Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:01:48 GMT

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — A Tottenham fan was banned from attending soccer matches for three years on Tuesday for making gestures mocking the Hillsborough disaster during a Premier League game against Liverpool.Kieron Darlow, a 25-year-old man from Welwyn, north of London, made the gestures at a game between the teams at Anfield on April 30, British prosecutors said.“Darlow was laughing and those who challenged him said he caused real alarm and distress,” the Crown Prosecution Service said.Darlow’s ban also prevents him from being in the vicinity of stadiums.“Darlow admitted making a gesture towards the Liverpool fans and that this was a reference to the Hillsborough disaster,” prosecutor Andrew Page said. “He admitted that this was to suggest that fans without tickets had pushed forward in the tragedy and had been partly to blame for the crush that led to so many deaths.“He accepted at court that it was his intention that Liverpool fans should see this and that it would...