Miami’s design world received a striking new addition on November 12th, when Rimadesio—Italy’s revered master of contemporary interiors—unveiled its new Miami showroom. With its crisp architecture, curated atmosphere, and unmistakable Italian precision, the opening marked more than a simple arrival. It signaled a new chapter in Miami’s evolution as a global hub for luxury design.
Long celebrated for its architectural purity, seamless technical innovation, and commitment to sustainable craftsmanship, Rimadesio has built a following among architects, interior designers, and collectors who seek the rare blend of advanced engineering and sculptural elegance. The Miami flagship extends that vision with a space that feels more like a design gallery than a showroom.
All photos courtesy of Rimadesio
From the moment guests stepped through the doors, the experience was unmistakably Rimadesio—stylish, refined, and deeply intentional. Soft, diffused lighting highlighted the brand’s iconic sliding panels, modular systems, walk-in closets, and sculptural shelving solutions. Each piece blended the brand’s signature elements: clean lines, aluminum structures, smoked or etched glass surfaces, and the quiet sophistication that defines contemporary Italian design.
Yet Rimadesio’s allure goes well beyond aesthetics. Its mastery lies in engineering—silently gliding door systems, precision-balanced glass panels, and modular compositions that appear effortlessly simple but are, in truth, technical marvels. In the Miami showroom, these elements come alive through immersive scenes that reveal how Rimadesio’s products shape modern living: elegant walk-in dressing suites, refined entertainment spaces, and minimalistic partitions that redefine the open-plan home.
Guests at the grand opening moved through these vignettes with an almost gallery-like reverence, studying materials up close. The brand’s rich palette—bronze reflections, graphite metals, walnut veneers, warm glass tints—felt perfectly attuned to Miami’s rising appetite for sophisticated, architectural interiors. Designers in attendance spoke with excitement about the possibilities: penthouses in Brickell, waterfront estates in Coconut Grove, and sleek minimalist villas from Miami Beach to Coral Gables—all spaces where Rimadesio’s DNA feels at home.
The evening also celebrated Rimadesio’s longstanding commitment to sustainability. The company’s use of fully recyclable aluminum, glass, and eco-conscious production methods aligns seamlessly with the new wave of luxury clients who expect environmental responsibility embedded within beautiful design. It was clear throughout the showroom: luxury and sustainability can—and should—coexist.
As Miami continues to grow as an epicenter of high-end architecture and global design talent, Rimadesio’s arrival feels impeccably timed. The brand brings a level of craftsmanship and technical artistry that elevates the city’s design offering while setting a new benchmark for contemporary interiors in South Florida.
With its Miami opening, Rimadesio doesn’t just introduce a showroom—it establishes a design destination. A place where minimalism meets mastery. Where engineering meets art. And where Miami’s design lovers can experience Italian innovation at its most elegant.
Ashley Graham uploaded a new set of pictures on Instagram, wearing mini shorts and a silver, see-through top. She is currently in New York and posed inside her apartment, which has glass walls overlooking the city. The model also promoted her product, Wonder Belly, in the post and posed with a pack.
Ashley Graham stuns in mini shorts
Take a look at Ashley Graham’s latest Instagram post below:
At the center of her outfit was a sheer silver mesh top. She paired it with a black underlayer. It has a crew neckline and a slightly loose fit. On the bottom, Ashley Graham wore black shorts. The pair features a subtle lace texture that balances the top’s flashiness.
On the bottom, she wore pointed black heels with shiny, small polka dots. As for the accessories, she kept them minimal. Graham wore small hoop earrings and a few rings on her fingers. As for the hair, it is tied in a neat updo with a few strands falling onto the face and framing it.
Originally reported by Preksha Sharma on Mandatory.
A shooting, labeled as a “targeted attack” against the West Virginia National Guard, took place in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. The suspected shooter opened fire at soldiers just two blocks away from the White House, wounding two National Guard troops.
During a press conference following the incident, FBI Director Kash Patel shared an update on the two soldiers who were shot. He urged the public to “send your prayers to those brave warriors who are in critical condition and their families.”
“They are here serving our country,” Patel continued. “They are here protecting everyday Americans and citizens around the world in our nation’s capital.”
Below, get updates on the identity of the shooter and what happened near the White House.
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Washington DC Shooting: What Happened Near the White House?
Shortly before 2:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 26, an individual opened fire at National Guard troops on 17th and I Street next to Farragut Square Park, which is about two blocks away from the White House.
The White House went on lockdown as a result.
How Many National Guard Soldiers Were Shot?
Two National Guard troops were shot. First responders rushed to assist the wounded soldiers and brought them to a hospital.
Who Is the Suspect Behind the DC National Guard Shooting?
At the time of publication, the identity of the Washington, D.C., shooter has not been disclosed to the public. Donald Trump stated that the shooter was wounded, though, in a Truth Social post.
“The animal that shot the two National Guardsmen, with both being critically wounded, and now in two separate hospitals, is also severely wounded,” the president wrote in his statement, adding that the perpetrator ” will pay a very steep price.”
Did the DC Shooting Lead to Any Deaths?
Initial “conflicting” reports claimed that both National Guard soldiers were killed, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey tweeted. Executive Assistant Chief at the Metropolitan Police Department, Jeff Carroll, said both guardsmen are being treated at a local hospital.
If you want to get away from traffic noise this winter, as well as chilly temperatures and Christmas stress, there’s really only one option. The Spanish island of La Graciosa has no cars, boasts the largest marine reserve in Europe, and is perfect for hiking.
Best of all, as we shiver on frosty mornings, La Graciosa is basking this week in balmy 22C temperatures with even its chilliest days rarely dip below 16C. Rain is comparatively uncommon too. This mild climate means that any time of year is a good time to visit La Graciosa.
But one of La Graciosa’s most distinctive attractions is its complete absence of traffic, because there is not a single paved road. In fact, it is the only island in the whole of Europe to not have a road. Of all of the Canary Islands, La Graciosa remains the most unspoiled.
The island only has a few hundred permanent inhabitants, and never has mass tourism. The few locals have no cars, and travel by bicycle along its fine sandy paths.
From the top of the Risco de Famara, La Graciosa appears like a golden mirage in the middle of the Atlantic: a strip of golden sand, silent and luminous. Its sandy paths and peaceful atmosphere make it the most secluded and serene of the Canary Islands.
In keeping with its minimal approach to tourism, the island has a small but well-maintained range of accommodation. They’re mainly concentrated in Caleta de Sebo, where there are guesthouses, apartments and a fully-equipped camping area.
But with that limited stock of holiday accommodation, it is advisable to book well in advance, especially in summer, Easter, Christmas or during July’s Carmen festivities, when the island buzzes with a festive spirit that is unusual in its everyday life.
La Graciosa also lies close to the largest marine reserve in Europe.
Excursions depart from La Graciosa to the islets of the Chinijo Archipelago Marine Reserve, a 70,700-hectare natural sanctuary.
There, the transparent waters allow you to see the seabed and stop at remote beaches to disconnect from reality. The Marine Reserve is a biological treasure trove: with a wealth of seabirds roosting in its cliffs.
On the nearby islets, a small population of monk seals, largely hunted to extinction throughout the rest of the world, still clings to existence.
At Roque del Este, lies the Integral Reserve, a zone inaccessible except to scientists where nature continues its course without the interference of humanity.
To get to the beautiful island of La Graciosa, Brits will need to fly first to Lanzarote, with flights from London as cheap as £39 in December. You will then need to hop in a taxi for a 45-minute ride to the port of Orzola, where you can catch a short 25-minute ferry to the secluded spot.
Actor Ice-T has been a core component of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit for more than two decades, though his role was reduced for Season 27, which the actor claims is due to budgetary restraints. As far as what that means for his future in the program, it might be too early to tell, as he failed to confirm if he’ll get more screen time in Season 28. Even if fans aren’t getting as much of Detective Odafin Tutuola as they hoped this season, the actor isn’t entirely distraught, as his schedule has been freed up to pursue other endeavors.
While speaking with TMZ, Ice-T confirmed that the focus this season was making sure Kelli Giddish could return for a more substantial role, explaining:
“It’s just basically business. They brought Kelli back. At the end of the day, they couldn’t keep both of us on both times, as far as budget-wise … They said, ‘Ice, we’ll have you come in and out this year.’ Everybody wanted Kelli back. We have new cops. I am not leaving the show. I am more concerned with going to Season 28. This year, they said, ‘Ice, we’re going to work you a little less.’ Everything was cool with me. I understood. I said, ‘Are you getting rid of me?’ They said, ‘No way. We can’t imagine Law and Order without you.’”
These remarks also confirm that, while Fin has only appeared in half of this season’s episodes, we likely shouldn’t expect him to appear in many more episodes.
Ice-T Isn’t Upset by Lack of ‘Law & Order’ Presence
Ice-T in Law & Order: SVUNBC
Giddish joined the series in Season 13 and appeared through Season 24, though was then written off the show. While fans have been excited for her character to make a comeback, Ice-T pointed out that seeing fans who are disappointed by his character’s absence makes him feel good about taking some time off, as he detailed:
“Don’t worry about me. I am kind of glad the fans are upset. What if I was missing and nobody cared? … I will be sprinkled throughout this season.”
Emphasizing that he’s not dismayed by this decision, the actor made it a point to praise the program and how well they’ve treated him, and how any negative remarks he made could impact his tenure, expressing, “I’ve been on this show for 27 years. I am not going to say anything negative about this show. They have taken care of me for so long. I’m trying to get to Season 28.”
Law & Order debuted in 1990 and is currently in its 25th season, while the spin-off Law & Order: Special Victims Unit debuted in 1999. Spin-off Law & Order: Organized Crime is currently in its fifth season, while other spin-offs have been shorter-lived.
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If there’s a Marvel hero who can deliver inspiring quotes on a constant basis, it’s Captain America. Steve Rogers is the purest embodiment of courage in Marvel lore. Besides representing the United States to the world, Captain America remains the moral backbone of the Avengers and the Marvel Universe as a whole.
Beyond the physical gifts granted by the Super-Soldier Serum, Captain America possesses two extraordinary abilities that elevate him above nearly every other hero. Steve Rogers possesses an innate resilience that’s only matched by heroes like Spider-Man and Daredevil. Most notably, Captain America has a natural talent for delivering memorable speeches and quotes.
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“Together, You And I Will Identify And Confront America’s Problems”
Captain America #7 (1998); Written by Mark Waid; Art by Dale Eaglesham, Scott Koblish, Joe Rosas, and Digital Chameleon
Steve Rogers delivers a speech in front of the US Flag in Captain America #7
In 1998’s Captain America #7, Steve Rogers arrives just in time to explain why a Skrull was impersonating him. Steve Rogers takes the Skrull’s place in front of a podium, televised to the whole world. Instead of giving a safe, diplomatic soundbite, he delivers a bold statement: Captain America is neither a mascot nor a power-drunk superhero. Instead, Steve Rogers, the man, promises to be an active participant in the nation’s ongoing moral struggles:
“I will still serve with the Avengers. I will continue to defend this nation from any and all threats it may face. But as of today, I am not a “super hero.” Now and forevermore, I am a man of the people. Together, you and I will identify and confront America’s problems. Together, we will figure out what we are and what we can be. Together, we will define the American Dream and make it an American reality.”
Captain America chooses not to focus on cleaning up his name or exposing the Skrull’s evil plans to the world. He takes the chance to acknowledge the ethical dilemma of being a patriotic symbol and make a call for collaboration. Steve also emphasizes that Captain America’s greatest strength is his belief in people, imperfect, diverse, and capable of change.
Most importantly, Captain America points out that the American Dream requires collective effort. The image of Captain America delivering a televised speech in front of a United States flag is reminiscent of a presidential campaign. Only in this case, it’s a superhero refusing to paint himself as a victim or a savior and instead promising to work towards a better nation shoulder to shoulder with the average citizen.
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“I’m Loyal To Nothing, General… Except The Dream”
Daredevil #233 (1986); Written by Frank Miller; Art by David Mazzucchelli & Max Scheele
Captain America tells a general that he’s loyal to nothing except the dream
In 1986’s Daredevil #233, Captain America confronts a U.S. general who has been enabling Nuke’s rampage through Hell’s Kitchen, exposing how corrupted American institutions have become. Cap’s disgust is palpable. He sees firsthand how patriotism can be weaponized to justify atrocities. This moment inspires him to articulate that he isn’t driven by nationalism or obedience, but an ideal of America rooted in justice and responsibility:
“I’m loyal to nothing, general, except the dream.”
This quote cuts to the core of Steve Rogers’ morals. Although Captain America’s colorful iconography comes across as exaggeratedly patriotic, Steve Rogers doesn’t fight to serve governments or political agendas. The “dream” is not the flag or the military or the country’s borders but a moral blueprint for fairness and human dignity. Steve, or anyone wielding the Captain America shield, must be a guardian of values that transcend politics.
Captain America has been tempted with personal advantages throughout the decades, and he has had the opportunity to become an authoritarian agent with legal immunity. Yet, Steve Rogers has never abused his responsibilities, at least on Earth-616. Marvel Studios adapted these qualities faithfully all throughout Steve Rogers’ MCU journey, especially during the hero’s defiance of SHIELD in Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
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“As Long As One Man Stands Against You…”
The Infinity Gauntlet #4 (1991); Written by Jim Starlin; Art by George Pérez, Ron Lim, Josef Rubinstein, Bruce N. Solotoff, Max Scheele, and Ian Laughlin
Captain America takes a stand against Thanos in The Infinity Gauntlet #4
In The Infinity Gauntlet #4, Captain America confronts Thanos at the height of the Mad Titan’s power, moments before almost every major Marvel hero is slaughtered by the Infinity Gems. Steve Rogers walks towards Thanos alone, knowing he has no chance of winning, yet refusing to surrender. His quote perfectly captures Cap’s essence as a human being. Steve Rogers stands tall in the face of certain death:
“As long as one man stands against you, Thanos, you’ll never be able to claim victory.”
In just one line, Captain America summarizes his and every hero’s battles against Marvel’s greatest supervillains. Thanos holds godlike omnipotence, but Steve Rogers’ stand is enough to slow him down. Indeed, Adam Warlock and his fellow heroes take the chance to strike while Thanos is busy challenging Captain America. Still, even if they weren’t there, just Cap’s resistance would serve as humanity’s final act of defiance.
Captain America’s Infinity Gauntlet quote reinforces him as the hero who will walk forward when everyone else falls back. The MCU adapts this moment in Avengers: Infinity War, where Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers attempts to hold Thanos’ gauntlet in Wakanda all by himself, only to be knocked out by the Mad Titan. While there’s no dialog in this version, Steve’s decision to face Thanos alone serves the same purpose.
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“I Fight Because Others Can’t”
Captain America #25 (2018); Written by Ta-Nehisi Coates; Art by Leonard Kirk & Matt Milla
Captain America protects innocent bystanders with his shield in Marvel Comics
In 2018’s Captain America #25, Ta-Nehisi Coates encapsulates Steve Rogers’ values at a moment when the world is fractured and Captain America’s reputation is still recovering from Hydra Cap’s global takeover. When Steve delivers this line, he’s confirming that the real Captain America is the complete opposite of Captain Hydra. Captain America fights for everyone, just like America is a place for everyone:
“I fight for those who come here to build a better life. I fight for those who persevere despite a system that has been rigged against them and I fight for those who struggle to change that system. I fight so people worship however they want, love who they want and be accepted for who they are. I fight because others can’t.”
More than almost any other Captain America quote, this line captures his essence in its purest form. It’s a declaration that Captain America’s mission is to champion anyone striving to carve out hope within an imperfect system. Cap acknowledges that while America is far from perfect, it’s both his and the country’s mission to defend and protect everyone who calls the United States home.
Equally powerful is Cap’s vow to defend religious freedom, love without barriers, and personal identity, all pillars of the American ideal that remain under constant threat. Captain America is a guardian of evolving, inclusive liberty. Despite being a patriotic symbol from the 1940s, Captain America understands diversity and universal human rights more than millions of modern-day people.
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“No, You Move”
The Amazing Spider-Man #537 (2007); Written by J. Michael Straczynski; Art by Ron Garney, Bill Reinhold, and Matt Milla
Steve Rogers aka Captain America delivers his iconic you move speech in Marvel Comics
During Marvel’s Civil War, Captain America utters what may be the most iconic words of his entire comic book history. Speaking to Spider-Man, Captain America explains that true heroism requires a refusal to surrender one’s principles, even when nobody is there to support or acknowledge one’s efforts. Cap’s refusal to bend, even when the world insists he is wrong, captures Steve Rogers’ unshakable conviction:
“Doesn’t matter what the press says. Doesn’t matter what the politicians or the mobs say. Doesn’t matter if the whole country decides something wrong is something right. This nation was founded on one principle above all else: the requirement that we stand up for what we believe, no matter the odds or the consequences. When the mob and the press and the whole world tell you to move, your job is to plant yourself like a tree beside the river of truth and tell the whole world… no, you move.”
Steve Rogers reminds Spider-Man that freedom requires resistance, especially when institutions fail. Wihile Captain America has become a living symbol of hope and freedom, he also represents tenacity. Steve Rogers stands firm and doesn’t hesitate to fight to the death to defend his values. If he didn’t, he wouldn’t be the Avengers’ leader.
Captain America’s famous “you move” quote can be dangerous if misunderstood. He isn’t advocating rebellion for rebellion’s sake, but defending the idea that every individual has the duty to defend truth when power goes astray. This message transcends politics, generations, and fictional boundaries. Sadly, the MCU adapted this quote in Captain America: Civil War, but assigned it to Peggy Carter through her niece Sharon.
Silver Lake earned the “hipster” handle long before Spaceland opened its doors. But when the club threw its first show in March 1995 at the venue formerly known as Dreams of L.A., it marked a notable energy shift that made everyone take notice, establishing the neighborhood as a trendsetter and hub for creative talent. The live music space was the right idea, in the right place, at the right time.
Atmospheric dive bars, funky/punky mom-and-pop shops and reasonable rents began attracting artists, musicians and bohemian slackers and scenesters as residents in the early ’90s. They joined its vibrant queer community and multigenerational familial (mostly Latino) populace, which combined to make it one of the coolest places to live in L.A. It still is, albeit pricier and more pretentious, if you ask those who grew up there.
But 30 years ago things were different — the area was hip, but it also felt effortlessly eccentric. The annual Sunset Junction Street Fair, which closed off Sunset Boulevard between Fountain and Edgecliffe Drive beginning in the ’80s, started booking more legacy bands and hot new groups, broadening the cultural consciousness of the city and bringing Angelenos from all over town to the area until it ceased in 2010.
Silver Lake’s music mecca status was ultimately cemented when promoter Mitchell Frank decided to turn his weekly live music night at Dreams called Pan into a bona fide rock venue, taking what was bubbling in the streets, at house parties in the hills and at nearby rehearsal spaces and providing a singular home for music makers to nurture and grow their followings.
Opening night marked a benefit for quirky noise rockers Lutefisk, who lived in the area and, like many there, rehearsed at Hully Gully on Fletcher Drive. After their equipment was stolen, they put together a bill of buzzy local artists to raise funds, including headliner Beck, who got his start at the artsy coffeehouse called the Onyx next to the Vista Theatre, and later on Vermont Avenue in Los Feliz Village.
Rob Zabreckyn of Possom Dixon
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Coupled with the darkly melodic alt-rock of Possum Dixon as openers, the show was a hot ticket. As last-minute luck would have it, the night became even more monumental with an early show addition — the debut of Dave Grohl’s new project called the Foo Fighters.
“It was just crazy. That night it was raining and both shows sold out,” recalls Lutefisk drummer Brandon Jay. “It was that lovely moment in time when KBLT started broadcasting and there was a growing scene in Silver Lake when everyone was like, ‘Oh, Silver Lake is the new Seattle’ — only it was more diverse.”
Jay, who went on to play with other bands like the 88 and Gwendolyn and the Good Time Gang, hopes to remind local music fans about the seminal scene at the Regent this Saturday, where Lutefisk reunites alongside Dixon’s Rob Zabrecky (playing with various luminaries from the club) and Spaceland favorites Touchcandy, the Centimeters, Jon Wahl (Claw Hammer), Sissy Bar, W.A.C.O. and more.
“This show is as close as you’re gonna get to a real ’90s Spaceland night,” assures Frank. “Touchcandy, Lutefisk, Centimeters, Rob from Possum Dixon and Sissy Bar … this is the exact kind of beautiful symphonic chaos that defined that ’90s era. Nights like this are what propelled a fractured Eastside music scene into becoming a full-fledged scene.”
Indeed, gathering disparate genres, styles and niches in one place was what made this scene unique. “There were so many wonderful, eclectic bands,” Jay adds. “A bunch got signed, but you know, fame is a fickle thing, and you never know what might get played on the radio.”
Plenty who played at the club did. In addition to Beck and the Foos, local acts who broke after playing there include Silversun Pickups (named after a nearby liquor store), Rilo Kiley and the Airborne Toxic Event, while touring indie artists also earned their stripes in front of the mylar curtain-backdropped stage, namely the White Stripes, Arcade Fire, Arctic Monkeys, Jet, Ween, Cold War Kids, Death Cab for Cutie, Amy Winehouse … and the list goes on and on.
“There was a point in time where bands were coming through town on tour and playing L.A. for the first time and their agents all wanted them to play Spaceland’s Monday residency,” remembers former head booker Jennifer Tefft of the no-cover event, which became legendary by the early 2000s. “They played for free, but it allowed them to be seen. Everyone wanted to play there and not just on a local level, but on an international level. NME in the U.K. were giving the club so much press, so all these bands wanted to come to L.A. for it … Bloc Party, the Killers and My Morning Jacket all made their debuts at the club.”
Tefft went on to book the Bootleg Theater, but later returned to work with the building’s owner, Jeff Wolfram, to breathe new life into the Silver Lake space under the name the Satellite. It closed due to pandemic struggles in March 2020 and remains shuttered. Meanwhile, Frank, along with booker Liz Garo, left the venue — which was technically still called Dreams, to focus on his new space, the Echo and its later addition, the Echoplex.
He sold the Echo Park complex, along with the Regent, to Live Nation in 2019, but still remains involved in booking and other club business dealings. All three figures deserve credit for the cosmic alchemy and community spirit that made Spaceland and the world it created so game-changing. They really cared about the people who played there and would often champion their favorites and help build their followings through promotion and advertising, namely in the free print edition of LA Weekly.
“We all had the same sort of passion and curiosity about music and supporting locals,” shares Garo, who booked at Spaceland when Tefft left, and really made her name at the Echo. “I think that’s why it kept that integrity.”
There is no shortage of fond, slightly fuzzy memories at Spaceland. There were also many games of pool in their infamous upper-level smoking room (which puffed on even after the ’98 bar smoking ban due to a loophole).
Free Monday promotions were nothing new — Club Lingerie in Hollywood had been doing them for years — but Spaceland’s were magical for both the bands and the fans because of the monthlong residency model. Besides being budget-friendly and clearly well-curated, boasting up-and-comers and offering big-name surprises, it was a place to meet like-minded alternative types who fancied the same fashions, art and pop culture references.
Most of the local musicians who played there seemed to know each other simply from hanging out so much and those who proved themselves on stage were rewarded with new followings that got bigger each week.
The Centimeters perform at Spaceland
(Wild Don Lewis)
“Jen had a really good formula — you would do your residency, then you would not do another show for six weeks or so, and then you’d come back and do a ticketed show,” Garo explains. “Ideally that worked and kind of helped establish that bands could sell tickets. You know, when bands start off, they’re playing to their friends in the audience. When they get to that point where they don’t know anybody in the audience, that’s kind of a big deal.”
Beyond exposure and local notoriety, for Zabrecky, Jay and countless musicians who had residencies — many of whom will be seeing each other for the first time in years at the Regent show — Spaceland was formative not only for their music but also for their life trajectories.
“Playing Spaceland with Possum Dixon was always unpredictable,” recalls Zabrecky, who went on to become a revered magician and performer. “We never knew which direction a show might go. Every band was different, yet everyone was accepted and celebrated for what they were. Groups like Glue, Spindle, W.A.C.O. and the Abe Lincoln Story couldn’t have been more different from each other, and that made every lineup exciting. And, of course, we were all just making it up as we went along, buoyed by the support of our peers.”
The transitional period between Spaceland and the Satellite is marked by the band who helped put it on the map and unintentionally kicked off the fervor to begin with. The Foo Fighters chose the locale for their series of surprise pop-up shows debuting new material in 2011, right before the venue was renamed.
The next year, Forbes dubbed Silver Lake “America’s Hippest Hipster Neighborhood,” which meant it was no longer … that. American Apparel stores had infiltrated, corporate coffee was everywhere and artists were getting priced out, heading East into Echo Park, Mt. Washington, Highland Park and downtown too, with many of the bars and clubs in those regions seeking to capture the old Spaceland vibes. They still do.
Brian Wilson onstage with the Wondermints at Spaceland
(Courtesy of Brandon Jay)
In this way, Spaceland’s legacy has lasted beyond Gen X nostalgia for the good old days. Inspired by the fervent framework for music discovery and social connection of the past, new bands now showcase their stuff at the Echo, Regent, Zebulon, Redwood Bar and many more, eschewing Hollywood and the Sunset Strip for more laid-back environments.
Frank continues to lend his expertise to Live Nation; Garo is planning events and working with venues, from acoustic sets at her book shop Stories in Echo Park to her just-announced gig booking for Grand Performances downtown; and Jay, who lost his home in the California wildfires, turned the tragedy into a beautiful music exchange program called Altadena Musicians. He’s also involved in a new all-ages music venue called the Backyard Party in Pasadena, noting that a new generation of art-minded music rebels continues to thrive just like they did at Spaceland three decades ago.
Jay is also helping with the Regent show planning, and put in the call to Touchcandy’s David Willis, who’ll be flying into town from the U.K. just for the show. Word has also been put out to Beck and Grohl (though no commitments have been made), and the pirate radio station KBLT, whose documentary “40 Watts from Nowhere” counts Jay and Jack Black as producers, will offer sets from its deejays in between the live sounds.
The lineup listed on the event flier is meant to evoke the original benefit promo from ’95, and it represents the magnificent music mix all on its own, flashing back to an exciting era that L.A. music lovers who experienced it will never forget, a time when the scene was “young and free,” as Zabrecky remembers, and those lucky enough to be on the marquee played what he dubs “the best club at the best moment on Earth.”
“These bands were messy, loud, indie, real and somehow still innovative,” Frank adds of the 30th anniversary show, which is being touted as a Vol. 1, suggesting more to come. “Shows like this are the reason any of it mattered.”
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The must-watch game will take place Sat. Nov. 29 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. as the Michigan Wolverines (9-2) host the Ohio State Buckeyes (11-0). Both teams are vying for a spot in the coveted Big Ten Conference championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium Dec. 6.
Ohio State is favored to win according to ESPN, banking on the team’s elite wide receiver talent with a top-ranked safety room and a strong overall quick-thinking offensive line. Michigan has a strong defensive line with a stand-out being Derrick Moore, the team’s defensive end. It’s likely they’ll keep up their iron-clad defense going into Saturday’s matchup.
When Does Ohio State vs. Michigan Start?
The Ohio State vs. Michigan game broadcasts live, with kickoff at noon ET/9 a.m. PT. The college football rivalry game airs on FOX.
Where to Watch Ohio State vs. Michigan Game for Free
For cord-cutters, there are a few ways to watch Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes, if you don’t have cable — especially if you want to watch for free. DirecTV has a five-day free trial, while other streaming services — such as Hulu + Live TV and Fubo — also offer free trials, so you can watch Fox for free.
A subscription to DirecTV — which comes with Fox for Buckeyes vs. Wolverines — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $74.99 per month. The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free, if you sign up now.
You can watch local networks such as NBC, CBS, ABC, and PBS, while you can also watch many cable networks, including ESPN, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.
How to Watch Ohio State vs. Michigan with Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It also features many other networks, including ESPN, CBS, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more.
How to Watch Ohio State vs. Michigan with Fubo
To watch Wolverines vs. Buckeyes on Fox, Fubo starts at $45.99 per month (the streamer’s current deal) with nearly 200 channels — including local and cable — that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. And with a seven-day free trial, you can watch for free, if you act fast and sign up now.
The service even gets you live access to local broadcast networks including NBC, ABC and CBS, while it also has dozens of cable networks, such as ESPN, Bravo, CMT, ID, TV Land, VH1, TLC, E!, FS1, MTV, FX, Ion, OWN, Paramount Network and much more.
Who Is Performing During Ohio State vs. Michigan Halftime Show
Since the game is at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. the Michigan Wolverines marching band is set to perform at halftime. The band is set to play a festive Charlie Brown medly arranged by Scott Boerma and Chuck Ricotta. The rivalry between Michigan and Ohio State is so heated that even their marching bands get into it with playful trolling.
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Netflix is releasing the final season of Stranger Things in three parts over the holiday season, starting with four episodes on Thanksgiving Eve.
The new episodes focus on the heroes of Hawkins battling the supernatural villain Vecna, with the town under military occupation and Eleven hiding from authorities while honing her powers.
Will Byers’ personal journey and psychic connection to Vecna play a central role, adding emotional depth as the group risks everything to end the threat from the Upside Down.
Before the feast, the gorge.
Such is Netflix’s diabolical strategy to deliver the first four episodes of the final season of its monster hit Stranger Things — after a three-year hiatus! — on the night before Thanksgiving. (The next batch arrives on Christmas night, with the series finale arriving on the night of New Year’s Eve.)
These long-awaited episodes feel like events, to be sure, though not exactly family viewing. Unless you’re the Addams Family maybe, who might get their jollies watching terrifying monsters from the underworld invade suburban homes to snatch children for the most nefarious purposes.
Any review of the final season at this point would by nature be incomplete — not just because of the streamer’s laundry list of spoilers, but because there’s still much more to come in what everyone is referring to as The Final Battle between the heroes of 1980s Hawkins, Indiana, and the malevolent supernatural fiend Vecna from the Upside Down dimension, who’s accurately described as “a psychic serial killer.” As Nancy Wheeler (Natalia Dyer) warns after one particularly vicious setback, “He’s not gonna stop until we’re drained of every ounce of suffering.”
Happy holidays, everyone!
We’re not trying to be as flip about all of this as the snarky DJ Robin (the wonderfully droll Maya Hawke), who, when challenged whether she thinks all of this mayhem is funny, responds, “It must be my tone. My mother says I sound perpetually insincere.”
The tone set by the Duffer Brothers is never less than sincere, even when the plans concocted by these young warriors to save the town and thereby the world verge on the wacky to, as Dungeons & Dragons devotee Mike (Finn Wolfhard) describes it, “insane.” Part One of Stranger Things 5 is pretty much a thrill ride start to finish, with all of Hawkins under quarantine and military occupation following the earth-shaking events that concluded Season 4 all those years ago. The soldiers, taking orders from the sinister Dr. Kay — played by Linda Hamilton, the Terminator veteran, bringing those 1980s nostalgia vibes — are searching for the all-powerful Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), who’s honing her super psychic powers under the protective guidance of her adoptive dad, Jim Hopper (David Harbour).
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While Eleven and Hopper try to evade capture, they and their loyal if ever-bickering friends are on a mission to find and destroy Vecna in the Upside Down, whatever it takes. And for that, they’ll need to rely on their most vulnerable member: sensitive Will Byers (Noah Schnapp), whose abduction into the Upside Down in Season 1 was the inciting incident in the war with the underworld. “We don’t have time for safe,” says Will, whose personal journey of self-acceptance adds a poignant undercurrent to his determination to step up and face the monster inside his mind, regardless of risk and the entreaties of his worried mother, Joyce (the great and goofy Winona Ryder). A shout-out here to the mothers of Hawkins, whose over-my-dead-body attitude toward the monsters endangering their children is something to behold.
Young Will describes his psychic connection to Vecna as being “like this scary movie you just can’t turn off.” If Netflix has its way, you won’t be able to throughout this holiday season.
Stranger Things, Season 5 Volume 1(four episodes), Thursday, November 27, 8/7c, Netflix (Volume 2, three episodes, December 25, 8/7c; Series Finale, December 31, 8/7c)
Even so, Microsoft has the depth and ecosystem strength to continue doubling down on AI data centers, said Prabhu Ram, VP for industry research at Cybermedia Research.
According to Sanchit Vir Gogia, chief analyst at Greyhound Research, the departures come at a sensitive moment because Microsoft is trying to expand its AI infrastructure faster than physical constraints allow.
“The executives who have left were central to GPU cluster design, data center engineering, energy procurement, and the experimental power and cooling approaches Microsoft has been pursuing to support dense AI workloads,” Gogia said. “Their exit coincides with pressures the company has already acknowledged publicly. GPUs are arriving faster than the company can energize the facilities that will house them, and power availability has overtaken chip availability as the real bottleneck.”
