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February 24, 2025

National Park Service Ranger Impacted by DOGE Firings Speaks Out

As part of President Donald Trump's goal to curb government spending, thousands of federal workers have been fired under the direction of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency). These sweeping cuts have hit all government agencies, including the National Park Service. Though not officially announced by the administration, about 1,000 employees were impacted by these layoffs. According to the Associated Press, this number has been confirmed by Democratic Senators and House representatives.

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February 6, 2025

Annie Leibovitz and Lisa Saltzman Launch Inaugural Photography Prize Celebrating Emerging Photography Talent

Acclaimed photographer Annie Leibovitz has launched a new photography prize to promote emerging talent. Organized in collaboration with philanthropist and photographer Lisa Saltzman, the Saltzman-Leibovitz Photography Prize has just announced the six international photographers who have been shortlisted for their talent and visual storytelling abilities. The photographers, who hail from Ukraine, Nigeria, Romania, the Netherlands, the United States, and France, will have the opportunity to win a share of the $20,000 prize fund.

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January 20, 2025

LA Art Show Preview: Celebrate Its 30th Anniversary With Countless International Galleries

As Los Angeles’ largest and longest-running art fair, the LA Art Show (LAAS) has served as a crucial forum for discovering and engaging with thriving art communities around the world. The event encapsulates over 120 galleries, museums, and non-profit arts organizations, and features work across all disciplines, including painting, sculpture, photography, and design. “Art is most impactful when it transcends borders and diversity is our strength,” says LA Art Show’s director & producer, Kassandra Voyagis.

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January 15, 2025

Shelters Across the U.S. Are Taking Adoptable Pets From LA To Free Space for Local Animals Affected by the Fires

Humans are not the only ones affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles—thousands of animals, both wild and domestic, have been devastated as well. Many pets have become separated from their families or need a place to stay while their humans get back on their feet. To help free space in local shelters around the LA area, organizations around the country are taking in adoptable animals from Southern California.

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