Opinion
“Despite a reasonable amount of curiosity in staying somewhat engaged with the modern world, technology, and scientific innovation, as a man of a certain age, some things remain out of my grasp. Artificial intelligence is among the advances with which I’m woefully behind the curve.”
by Laura Dandoy | Special to the Courier The recent settlement between the National Association of Realtors and plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit introduces significant changes to the real estate industry. These changes, set to take effect on August 17, 2024, bring both new requirements and new opportunities for buyers and sellers. Here are some […]
I’m not an adventurous or comfortable traveler, and that I lament. When I was younger, I dreamed of faraway travel. I never envisioned myself a jetsetter, but I certainly thought I would get out of California.
With local news and fact-based journalism at a crossroads during this election year, let’s start by putting to rest rumors about the Claremont Courier’s future: the Courier is not going anywhere, not going out of business, and not laying anyone off.
Few things in life go on forever. Time. The universe. CVS receipts. Parenting. That one’s endless too. The “hardest job you’ll ever love” is not for everyone, and that’s a good thing, because few jobs come with such massive responsibility, or have the potential to affect things so long after you’re gone, as this one.
The ranch, often referred to as the California ranch, the American ranch, or as the rambler, is quintessential 20th century American architecture.
“It seems the historic building at 129 Harvard Avenue, formerly home to the Press, will remain vacant for the time being. Plans for the prime Village spot, which barring obstacles will be the 11th location of the Finney’s Crafthouse chain, have been approved by the city, and if all goes smoothy, Finney’s could be open early next year. I for one think Finney’s will work pretty well in the Village. The prices aren’t crazy, the menu is diverse, and the food’s pretty good. I’m rooting for Finney’s to add some mid-priced excitement to the Village’s crowded restaurant scene.”
Few expected stocks to repeat their stellar 2023 performance in 2024, but markets are doing just that and at their current rate could even eclipse last year’s run. While the pace of the rise moderated in the second quarter, the leading global stock benchmark added about 3% in the second quarter, taking its year-to-date gain to nearly 12%. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 U.S. large cap index did better still as a handful of tech giants fueled a 4.3% second quarter rise, bringing the year-to-date return to a heady 15.3%. Since the 2022 financial markets debacle, the S&P 500 is up a remarkable 45.6%.
I hope you all saw “Widow Clicquot,” which was showing recently at our beloved Laemmle Claremont 5 theater. It is a compelling story of an 18th century innovator who took over her husband’s Champagne business, finally becoming one of France’s first celebrated female entrepreneurs. This leads me to today, as I’m excited to delve into a topic on my mind: girl bosses!
“I am thrilled to report the Claremont Courier picked up 12 California Journalism Awards this past Saturday. The ceremony at the Universal Sheraton Hotel honored the best of California journalism from 2023 and included nearly 3,000 entries from across the state. Though we didn’t win any first place awards this year (following a Courier record 19 wins — including five first place awards — for 2021, and nine more with three firsts in 2022), that the Courier, with our tiny staff and modest circulation, was among the finalists in 12 categories, was remarkable.”
Does the thought of sitting through a performance of Shakespeare in the park make you yawn or wince? Francis Beaumont wrote “The Knight of the Burning Pestle” in 1607 for people like you.
By Jim Barnes Claremont’s Blaisdell Park bloomed with vibrant colors and joyous energy on Saturday, June 22, as the local Baha’i community hosted its inaugural Juneteenth commemoration. This was not just a celebration of emancipation; it was a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of cultural heritage, historical reflection, and the Baha’i belief in the […]
If you’re like most people, security and privacy are not of great concern to you. Most people fall victim to all kinds of scams and hacks. Let’s hope that’s not you, that you’re one of the few who goes out of your way to harden your computing devices to keep your information both private and secure. And you absolutely should in today’s world. Here are 10 simple things to drastically improve your cybersecurity and privacy on laptops, desktops, smartphones, and tablets.
by Steve Harrison Feelings aren’t new to me. I was a soft kid. A snowflake. Both terms are much nicer than some of the words thrown at me during my school days. My feelings began with developing empathy, often from what I read. The novel “Black Beauty” was a particularly difficult read for me in […]
“This is not a screed against that favorite aspect of our Fourth of July celebrations, the boom-sizzle-pop of countless fireworks and the elongated “oohs” and “ahhs” that accompany a gorgeous, multi-hued pyrotechnic display. Who doesn’t like those technicolor pinwheels? What concerns me, however, is the toxic aftermath of the countless legal and illegal skyrockets, Roman candles, and firecrackers — what one friend described, after the window-rattling, sleep-disturbed night this Fourth, as World War III.” Photo/by Char Miller
“President Biden’s recent troubling and heartbreaking cognitive display has everyone questioning his acuity, and thinking about what it takes to be president. Obviously, the stakes of my little show are less than insignificant when compared to the job of President of the United States. But the dilemma is the same: when is enough, enough? When do we admit to ourselves that we’re diminished to the point of being ineffective, even if it’s just on our ‘bad days’? Hold ‘em or fold ‘em: it’s a tricky call sometimes.”