Month: November 2025

How Does Art Connect L.A.?

Co-presented by Metro Art, Zócalo Public Square, and Grand Performances
Moderated by Moira Shourie, Executive Director, Zócalo Public Square

Arts and culture built Los Angeles, this hub for the journeying, creative spirit. Great art connects Angelenos to each other. We roar with laughter at comedians, thrill at a poetic turn of phrase, and shed a tear when our favorite restaurant closes down. When L.A.’s people and values come under attack, we turn to culture to stay strong.

Angelenos find power in murals, mariachis, and mouth-watering cuisine served up by street vendors—a fiery fusion of forms that makes us who we are. And yet, while music, comedy, art, and food bind us together, punchlines and platforms can also push us into camps, reflecting bitter culture wars unfolding across the country.

How does art connect, and when does it divide like a knife? Can art be the secret to keeping the soul of a city alive, even in the most challenging times? Where do we find inspiration and connection in a town where so many cultural, artistic, and social forces collide?

Zócalo invites “art rap” rapper and comedian Open Mike Eagle, improviser and Dynasty Typewriter co-founder Vanessa Ragland, Da Poetry Lounge Co. president Jasmine Williams, and comedian, actress, and writer Sasheer Zamata to Union Station to discuss how art helps Angelenos feel connected today.

This event is part of LAte Night Train of Thought, featuring improv performances presented by Dynasty Typewriter, with performers Eugene Cordero, Colton Dunn, Lauren Lapkus, Ify Nwadiwe, Gil Ozeri, and Sasheer Zamata. Spoken word interludes will be performed by Nate Lovell and RAVINA from Da Poetry Lounge, followed by a closing musical set by “art rap” artist Open Mike Eagle.

Guests can also enjoy complimentary sweets from Little Tokyo’s iconic Fugetsu-Do Confectionery (while supplies last) and bites available for purchase from the Kogi BBQ food truck.

This program is part of California 175: What Connects California? — a suite of free Zócalo events and essays that bring together leaders and thinkers from all walks of life to envision California’s next 175 years.

Partners: Metro Art, Zócalo Public Square, and Grand Performances.

https://www.zocalopublicsquare.org/how-does-art-connect-l-a/

IREN stock jumps after MSFT deal, analyst ups price target

**IREN Ltd. Stock Price Surges After Major Data Center Partnership with Microsoft**

IREN Ltd., a leading company in the Bitcoin (BTC) mining and data center industry, has seen its stock price continue a strong surge this month after securing a significant data center partnership with Microsoft. The stock jumped to a record high of $75.30, soaring over 1,200% from its lowest level earlier this year. This remarkable increase has pushed IREN’s market capitalization to over $19 billion.

The surge comes on the heels of a $9.7 billion, five-year deal signed with Microsoft. The agreement, set to begin implementation in 2026, includes a 20% prepayment and is estimated to deliver an EBITDA margin of 85%. This deal marks a significant validation for IREN, which recently pivoted to the AI colocation industry.

In its most recent financial results, IREN’s AI colocation business generated only $7 million in the fourth quarter. However, the partnership with Microsoft is expected to attract other potential customers, including major players like Oracle, Meta Platforms, OpenAI, Amazon, and Anthropic. Notably, OpenAI has already entered into a similar agreement with CoreWeave, while Meta Platforms partnered with Nebius.

Wall Street analysts remain optimistic about IREN’s future performance. According to Yahoo Finance data, the average revenue estimate for IREN, which will be announced this Thursday, is $241 million—a staggering 344% annual increase. Projections indicate $257 million in revenue for the second quarter and $1.2 billion for the current financial year. These figures represent substantial growth compared to the $512 million generated in the previous fiscal year.

Importantly, unlike competitors such as CoreWeave, IREN’s business is already profitable. Annual earnings per share are expected to rise to $1.60, up from 35 cents last year. Analysts believe there is additional upside potential for IREN’s stock price. Darren Aftahi of Roth MKM recently raised his price target from $82 to $94, implying a 55% gain from the current level. Similarly, Gautam Chugani, an analyst at Bernstein, projects the stock will climb to $75, reflecting a 24% increase.

**IREN Stock Price Technical Analysis**

Looking at the daily timeframe chart, IREN’s share price has been on a strong uptrend throughout the year, climbing from a low of $5 in April to a high of $75 this week. The stock has consistently remained above all moving averages, indicating bullish dominance.

However, there are some technical concerns. The stock appears to have formed a double-top pattern around $74, with a neckline at $48. Additionally, the MACD indicator shows a bearish divergence, suggesting weakening momentum. This could lead to a strong bearish breakdown as investors potentially “sell the news” when IREN releases its upcoming financial results later this week.

Investors should watch closely for signs of a retreat in the stock price following these important developments.

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*Stay tuned for updates on IREN Ltd.’s financial results and market reaction.*
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/iren-stock-jumps-after-msft-deal-analyst-ups-price-target/

Kieran Culkin and wife Jazz Charton welcome baby No. 3 after actor’s public pleas for more kids

Kieran Culkin’s family just got bigger, months after he publicly expressed his desire for more children with wife Jazz Charton.

The actor’s “Succession” co-star, Sarah Snook, revealed in an interview with Access Hollywood that Culkin and Charton have welcomed their third child together. “Oh, and I met the little baby. So cute,” Snook said of the newest addition to the Culkin family. “They’re very happy and so cute,” she added.

Culkin’s representative did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment.

The couple, who married in June 2013, are already parents to daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4. Their children were born in September 2019 and August 2021, respectively.

Three years ago, Culkin publicly shared his wish for more kids during an Emmys acceptance speech. The “Succession” star, 43, joked, “You said maybe if I win,” referring to a promise his wife made.

Charton later poked fun at the moment in a January 2024 Instagram post, where she highlighted the “exact moment [she] realized [she] may have made a huge mistake” by jokingly saying, “We can have another baby if you ever win an Emmy.”

Culkin referenced this headline-making moment again at the Oscars the following year, making another public plea for more children. “About a year ago, I was on a stage like this and I very stupidly, publicly said that I wanted a third kid from [Jazz] because she said that if I won the award that she would give me the kid,” he recalled in March.

The Golden Globe winner shared, “She said that because she didn’t think I was going to win. After the show, we were walking through the parking lot and she goes, ‘Oh god I did say that! I guess I owe you a third kid!’ and I turned to her and I said, ‘Really, I want four.’”

Culkin said his wife replied, “I will give you four when you win an Oscar.” He continued with a smile, “I held my hand out, she shook it and I have not brought it up once until just now. Jazz, the love of my life, ye of little faith, no pressure. I love you. I’m really sorry I did this again. And let’s get cracking on those kids. What do you say?”

Six months after this exchange, Charton debuted her baby bump at the premiere of “Waiting for Godot.” The 37-year-old shared with her Instagram followers that she was nine months pregnant, joking that she had “made a deal with this baby to let me make it to [the Broadway show] before labor.” She added, “Not sure what it wants in return but I’m CLEARLY a woman of my word.”

Charton and Culkin have been together since they met at a bar in New York City in 2012.

Initially, the “A Real Pain” star wasn’t sure about having children. In a 2018 interview with iNews, he revealed that parenthood seemed “like a lot to take on” and that children weren’t “really on [their] horizon” at the time.

Now, with three children and more possibly on the way, it seems Culkin and Charton are embracing their growing family with love and humor.
https://pagesix.com/2025/11/04/parents/kieran-culkin-jazz-charton-welcome-3rd-baby-after-actors-public-pleas-for-more-kids/

UPS plane crashes on takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky, airport, igniting huge fire on ground

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A UPS plane crashed on takeoff from Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, igniting a large fire on the ground, officials said Tuesday.

The aircraft was departing for Honolulu when the crash occurred. Police responded to reports of the incident near the airport, specifically at the intersection of Fern Valley Road and Grade Lane, located at the southern edge of the airport.

The Louisville Metro Police Department confirmed injuries were reported in a social media post. Photos shared on social media showed a massive plume of black smoke rising into the sky.

Louisville’s police department posted on X that there was fire and debris at the scene and urged the public to stay clear of the area. Additionally, a shelter-in-place order was issued within a 5-mile (8-kilometer) radius of the airport.

Video footage from local television stations showed a large trail of flames and a thick plume of smoke extending from a parking lot as fire crews worked to extinguish the blaze.

This is a developing story. Stay tuned to 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.
https://whdh.com/news/ups-plane-crashes-on-takeoff-from-louisville-kentucky-airport-igniting-huge-fire-on-ground/

Government shutdown puts NY HEAP on hold

The federal Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), which helps low-income New Yorkers afford heating and cooling, has been indefinitely delayed due to the ongoing government shutdown.

As a result, approximately 1.5 million households are now at risk of going without heat this winter. This delay raises serious concerns about the well-being of vulnerable populations as colder months approach.

Efforts to resolve the shutdown and resume the program are critical to ensuring that those in need can access essential heating and cooling assistance in time.
https://www.news10.com/capitol/heap-delays-new-york-shutdown/

Eagles GM Howie Roseman on A.J. Brown: ‘You just don’t get rid of guys like that’

Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman wanted to keep his post-trade deadline press conference focused solely on the players coming in to help boost the team. However, a question about A.J. Brown’s status within the organization seemed inevitable, given all the whispers and rumors surrounding the star receiver in recent weeks—regardless of their validity.

When the topic was raised by the press, Roseman refrained from commenting on whether the Eagles had received any trade offers for Brown ahead of Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET league deadline, or if any offers had been entertained. One thing is clear: A.J. Brown is still with the team.

Brown is expected to be back and ready to play following a hamstring injury, having received 15 days off during the bye week. Roseman emphasized that the Eagles need Brown if they truly want to compete for a Super Bowl repeat.

“I think that when you’re trying to be a great team, it’s hard to trade great players, and A.J. Brown is a great player,” Roseman said. “He wears [a captain’s C] for a reason. He’s an important part of this team, of this organization. He cares about winning, he cares about his teammates, and I think that when you’re a team like ours, that is looking forward to an opportunity to compete for a championship, you just don’t get rid of guys like that. So feel very lucky to have him on our team, and excited about the second half of the season with him.”

Since arriving in Philadelphia in 2022, Brown has been a commanding threat in the Eagles’ passing game and played a crucial role in their dominant run to a Super Bowl title last season. However, this season has been somewhat unusual.

There have been stretches and games where the Eagles struggled to get the ball to Brown. His perceived frustration, alongside a few cryptic social media posts without explanation, led fans and even some anonymous NFL executives to speculate that there might be deeper issues within the team.

Despite the rumors, the Eagles—from players to coaches and now up to Roseman—have consistently insisted on Brown’s importance to their operation. His continued presence on the roster backs that up.

Brown missed Week 8’s win over the Giants due to the hamstring injury but made a huge impact the week before against the Vikings in Minnesota, recording four catches for 121 yards and two touchdowns. He is expected to be healthy and ready to return for the Eagles’ Week 10 road matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night.

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https://www.phillyvoice.com/eagles-news-aj-brown-rumors-howie-roseman-reaction-nfl-trade-deadline-2025/

Prince Harry could eventually lose his title like Andrew — ‘would not be surprised’: royal source

Palace sources have told Page Six that they “would not be surprised” if Prince Harry eventually lost his title, similar to his uncle Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew. This warning for Harry, 41, comes as British politician Rachael Maskell has relaunched her proposal for a “Removal of Titles Bill.” The bill would grant King Charles—and crucially, heir-to-the-throne Prince William—the power to remove hereditary titles.

“If they pass these bills, I would not be surprised if Harry is the next one to go,” a well-placed royal source told Page Six. “I would not be surprised if William does that. He’s not a vindictive person, but he feels very let down and it’s always much more difficult when you are let down by somebody close to you.”

Representatives for both William and Harry have been contacted for comment. The brothers have not spoken in over two years, and sources close to William, 43, have made it clear that he was left furious by Harry’s 2023 memoir, *Spare*. The book contains accusations that the future king physically attacked his younger brother and claims that Kate Middleton was among the senior royals who allegedly made “racist” remarks about Harry and Meghan Markle’s children, among other allegations.

Royal writer Hugo Vickers has noted that the estrangement between the brothers is so severe that William may not even invite Harry to his upcoming coronation. “Harry must be quite scared,” a palace insider added in reference to MP Maskell’s proposed bill. The legislation was initially shot down after its introduction in 2022 but has resurfaced in light of the recent news involving Andrew.

Harry, the son of King Charles and the late Princess Diana, was born a prince. On his wedding day in May 2018, his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, granted him and Meghan Markle the titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex. However, when they stepped back from royal duties in 2020, Harry and Meghan agreed not to use their HRH titles for commercial purposes.

In a stunning recent development, King Charles stripped his younger brother Andrew of his prince title last week. Palace officials spent days quietly working on the plan alongside lawyers and government officials. The process involved the monarch issuing Royal warrants to the Lord Chancellor, David Lammy, officially removing Andrew’s titles from the Peerage Roll.

Andrew, 65, remains embroiled in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal after being accused of having sexual encounters with accuser Virginia Giuffre when she was 17. Although Andrew settled out of court with Giuffre in 2022, he has never been charged or convicted of any crime.

Page Six has been told that the decision to remove Andrew’s titles was made by King Charles, with full support from Prince William.
https://pagesix.com/2025/11/04/royal-family/prince-harry-could-eventually-lose-his-title-like-andrew-source/

Victoria, nuevo hogar y lágrimas: Djokovic celebra el regreso del tenis griego con triunfo

ATENAS (AP) — Novak Djokovic sufrió en un complicado primer set antes de despegarse para derrotar el martes 7-6 (3), 6-1 al chileno Alejandro Tabilo en el torneo de Atenas, el primer certamen de la gira de la ATP que se disputa en Grecia en más de 30 años.

Ambos jugadores mantuvieron su servicio bajo presión durante gran parte del encuentro, lo que llevó a un primer set muy disputado que se definió en el tie-break a favor de Djokovic.

Tras ese cierre ajustado, el serbio dominó el segundo parcial con un juego más sólido y efectivo, asegurando su avance en el torneo.

https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/04/victoria-nuevo-hogar-y-lgrimas-djokovic-celebra-el-regreso-del-tenis-griego-con-triunfo/

How A Disgraced U.S. President Forced Steve Rogers To Quit Being Captain America

There have been several heroes to take on the mantle of Captain America beyond Steve Rogers. But on at least one occasion, a replacement was needed not because Rogers was gone, but because he no longer wanted to represent the U.S. government.

This pivotal moment happens in a 1974 storyline where Rogers walks away from his role as Captain America after the U.S. President is revealed to be behind a criminal plot. Though the president’s face is never shown, the intention of writer Steve Englehart (who once wrote a Doctor Strange story you’ll never see on the big screen) was that it was the disgraced President Richard Nixon. Englehart confirmed this in a 2017 interview with Newsarama.

“I was reacting to Watergate,” Englehart said, referencing the scandal that saw Nixon caught in a corruption probe and forced to resign. Because Marvel Comics ostensibly takes place in the real world, Englehart felt this level of government scandal had to be addressed by Captain America.
“Some of it was just hubris and luck — they could have convicted Nixon the next day, and I would have been writing a story about something that was already over with. But it looked like it was going on for a while, so I capitalized on that,” he explained.

However, Englehart isn’t sure such a story could work today, even with figures like Donald Trump — the twice-impeached president who regularly flouts the Constitution and ignores court orders.
“In those days, there was a real idealism in the air,” he said. “And the thought that the president of the United States could commit such a crime was unthinkable.”

### Captain America and the Oval Office

The “Secret Empire” storyline wasn’t the only time Steve Rogers has been involved with the White House. Elsewhere in the comics and beyond the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Captain America has found himself in politics — at times running for office and even assuming the role of President of the United States.

The first run-in with the Oval Office came in 1980, in *Captain America* #250. In that issue, a group of populists tries to persuade Rogers, the Sentinel of Liberty, to run for president. Although Cap ultimately dismisses the idea at that time, he does run in a 21st-century storyline set in an alternate continuity known as the Ultimate Universe.

In *Ultimate Comics: Ultimates* #15, a national crisis prompts an emergency write-in vote for a new American president. Steve Rogers wins and steps in as President of the United States. This storyline is part of a massive arc that sees America torn apart from within, with Hydra once again rising to threaten the nation.

### Captain America as President Onscreen

Steve Rogers’ presidential story doesn’t end in the comics. In the MCU, he also becomes President — but in an unexpected place: the animated *What If…?* series. Although we don’t see much of him serving in this role, Steve Rogers is shown taking the oath of office on television in an alternate timeline.

Could something like this play out in live-action, perhaps with Chris Evans returning to portray President Cap? With rumors swirling about *Avengers: Secret Wars* introducing countless new realities, anything is possible.

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Captain America’s legacy as both a superhero and a symbol of American idealism continues to evolve, reflecting the complexities of the world around him — from Watergate to modern political turbulence, and perhaps beyond.
https://www.looper.com/2015695/how-disgraced-us-president-nixon-forced-steve-roger-quit-captain-america/

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