Category Archives: Technology

EPA Issues Cleanup Plan For Arizona Power Plants

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Shirley Pena

Dear LA Beat readers, Good News! The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has honored its obligation to our national parks by issuing a final cleanup plan for three ’70s-era Arizona power plants that will better regulate some of the biggest park … Continue reading →

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Marky Ramone to Become First Rock Star in Launching of Revolutionary New Memorabilia Technology

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Shirley Pena

  “ We’ve finally entered the Twilight Zone” says Marky Ramone, the lone surviving member of the iconic Rock and Roll group The Ramones. “I’m so glad that somebody has drummed up this new idea. I’ve been signing autographs forever, but I never imagined such … Continue reading →

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24 Hours of Reality: The Dirty Weather Report Begins TONIGHT at 5 pm PST

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Shirley Pena

Al Gore, Founder and Chairman, The Climate Reality Project Maggie L. Fox, President and CEO, The Climate Reality Project: “Dear Los Angeles Beat readers, We are pleased to invite you to join us this week when millions of people will … Continue reading →

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Warren Miller’s ‘Flow State’ Coming to Theatres Soon

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Shirley Pena

Victoria Simarano Director, Grassroots and Strategic Partnerships: Climate Reality: “Hi, LA Beat readers! Winter is almost here! But our planet is heating up … and our ski slopes and sledding hills need to be there for the next generation. Climate … Continue reading →

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DNA Testing:Discover the Journey of YOU

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Shirley Pena

DNA testing, and its uses thereof, have come a long way since its humble beginnings in the United Kingdom, where it was first used in forensic science to assist police detective work, and also to resolve paternity and immigration disputes. … Continue reading →

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Fun with Necomimi Cat Ears

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Simone Snaith

Necomimi from Neurowear are wearable cat ears that use sensors to move according to your current mood. Why would anyone want to wear them? Because they are weird, hilarious and incredibly fun. The ears rest on an adjustable headband that … Continue reading →

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Concert Review From the Future – Hologram Woodstock

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Bob Lee

Inside a packed LA Forum, a familiar voice rang out with a familiar command, one uttered over forty years ago to an over forty-year old crowd on the other side of the country. “If we all work together – maybe … Continue reading →

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Coachella video feed and day 1

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Dave Travis

The Coachella Festival broadcasts three live streams on its YouTube page which is http://www.youtube.com/user/coachella.  It is free to watch so if you don’t have the money, time, or inclination to physically go to the festival you can still see and … Continue reading →

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Coachella 2012 part 1 – PreHistory

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Dave Travis

Back when I was in college in the late 80′s, one of my jobs was as a roadie for the band Celebrity Skin. My boss was their manager Rick VanSanten.   I met Rick when I was 16.  I had … Continue reading →

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Why Even New Streetlights Make Me Happy?

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Joel J. Rane

Because we might be living in the End Times, even if I don’t get a spot on the ark with John Cusack. Recently I came home and noticed something was different. The streetlight just opposite my bedroom window had changed … Continue reading →

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