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Le Petit Chef blends technology, cooking at downtown KC's Hotel Phillips

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The world's smallest chef is cooking up a storm in one Kansas City kitchen.He's called Le Petit Chef, and he started his career in Germany nine years ago. Now, the cartoon chef is cooking meals at the Hotel Phillips in downtown Kansas City along with 60 other locations worldwide. How cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger became the scents of winter holidays It's a blend of technology and food that creates a unique dinner and movie experience.As the small, clumsy chef makes a virtual meal on the table, the real chefs are making that same meal in the kitchen.Then when the video ends, everyone is served at the same time. The reaction so far has been all positive."They have just been tapping into their inner child," said Hotel Phillips Executive Chef Dominique Allen. "They bring the kids with them, and they all have fun.""Kids are trying to touch the table, trying to touch the cartoon, and all the adults are out with their phones just enjoying the experience. It’s a wonderful...

PHOTOS: Fresh snow blankets Denver on the day after Christmas

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

Several inches of snow fell in the Denver metro area overnight with blizzard warnings in place for the Eastern Plains and the Palmer Divide on Dec. 26, 2023.Related ArticlesWeather | Colorado traffic: I-70 closed again, other northeast highways closed as blizzard continues Tuesday Weather | Colorado weather: Blizzard conditions continue on northeast plains; Denver gets several inches of snow Weather | Over 500 flights delayed at DIA due to post-Christmas snow Weather | Colorado snow totals for December 26, 2023

Aspen Snowmass owner sues over influencers shooting high-end fashion content on slopes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

The owner of the Aspen Snowmass resorts is complaining about a high-end fashion company that keeps sending so-called “influencers” to its ski areas to be photographed in pricey attire.Aspen Skiing Co. filed a lawsuit Wednesday that accuses Perfect Moment, a London-based skiwear maker, of trademark infringement, among other allegations.The dispute began in March 2021, when Perfect Moment posted photos of female influencers modeling its skiwear on Instagram and other social media sites. Within weeks, Aspen Skiing noticed the photos, realized they were taken on its lifts and slopes, and sent a cease-and-desist letter to London. Some, but not all, of the posts were deleted as a result.“Perfect Moment intentionally chose to conduct its commercial photoshoot at the ASC Resorts to trade on (its) goodwill and consumer recognition,” Aspen Skiing says now.Then, for two-and-a-half years, the companies got along, according to this week’s lawsuit.Until October, when Perfect Moment posted photos ...

Houston awarded safety Kareem Jackson on waivers, ending Broncos tenure

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

Kareem Jackson’s tenure in Denver is finished and he’s headed back to where his football career started.The former Broncos safety was awarded via waiver claim to the Houston Texans on Tuesday after Denver waived him Monday, according to the NFL’s transaction wire.Jackson hasn’t played since Nov. 19 against Minnesota, when he incurred a four-game suspension for the latest in a series of high hits and unnecessary roughness penalties. He was eligible to return Sunday against New England, but Denver used a one-game roster exemption to buy more time and then waived him Monday rather than making a roster move to create a spot for him.The Broncos likely would have signed him to their practice squad had he cleared waivers, but now he’ll head to the Texans’ 53-man roster.Jackson had played the past four seasons for the Broncos but spent the first nine years of his career in Houston. There, he’ll be reunited with head coach DeMeco Ryans, with whom he ...

California rings in 2024 with new laws focused on firearms, cannabis and workers' rights

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

New Year's Day brings a sense of optimism to many of us out there; we can start the new year with a clean slate. But in 2024, there also come new laws taking place in the Golden State, from camping and cannabis to cruising.When the calendar flips to January 2024, new laws will enter the fold.First, there's Senate Bill 2, which establishes new measures for concealed carry firearm permit holders. SB 2 limits where firearms can be carried, such as schools, government buildings and public transit, and requires CCW applicants to be 21 years old, have previous firearm training and pass background checks."If you have a record of domestic abuse, you shouldn't have a gun. If you're on social media threatening the lives of people, you shouldn't have a gun," said the bill's author, State Sen. Anthony Portantino (D-Burbank).The law was supposed to take effect on January 1, but was blocked by a U.S. District Judge, meaning the law will make its way to federal court and likely the US Supreme Cour...

Kenneth Caufield Dies in Head-On Collision on Lake Shore Drive [Waco, TX]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

44-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Head-On Accident near Hillcrest DriveWACO, TX (December 26, 2023) – Kenneth Caufield lost his life Friday afternoon in a fatal head-on collision.Emergency responders rushed to the scene in the 4900 block of Lake Shore Drive around 3:00 p.m., on December 15th. According to initial reports, 44-year-old Caufield was traveling west near Hillcrest Drive when he unexpectedly crossed into the eastbound lanes, resulting in a collision with another car.Upon arrival, medical personnel declared Caufield deceased at the crash site. Meanwhile, paramedics attended to the female driver of the other vehicle, transporting her to a nearby hospital for further medical attention.Currently, an active investigation is underway to gather additional information and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Kenneth Caufield who are grieving over the loss of their l...

Charley’s Denim S23 Fashion Show

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

Photography Credit: Mike AzriaFashion designer, Charley Giacobetti made her public debut on a candlelit runway to the tune of Dean Martin and Louis Armstrong last Saturday. Tucked away in the Jewelry district of downtown Los Angeles, the historical Dutch Chocolate Shop and its attendees got to be the first to see the Charley’s Denim S23 collection.Handcrafted entirely of deconstructed vintage Levi’s from neighbourhood thrift stores and linens from vintage linen collectors— designer Charley Giacobetti showed off 14 looks that introduced a whole new realm of possibility for denim clothing. Pictured below is O Model’s, Cooper Murphy, walking the runway rocking a custom linen dress and “The Megan” top— named after one of Charley’s 4 older sisters who all flew out to be backstage supporting her.Photography Credit: Mike AzriaIn the attendance was a healthy mix of family, friends and “cool guests,” as described in Charley’s invitation letter, from the fashion, music and tech industri...

Robyn Hills: A Visionary Making the World More Beautiful

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

An artist, fashion designer, property developer and helicopter pilot, Robyn Hills is a multidimensional person who strongly desires to make dreams come true in art, business, and humanitarian work. Robyn’s career as a photographer and winner of Australian Professional Photographer of the Year is remarkable. In addition to her creative abilities, she has surmounted obstacles and social norms to become a resilient role model. Photo Credit: www.RobynHills.comRobyn’s mission statement, “To Make the World a Better and More Beautiful Place,” directs her actions. Because of her strong visual sense, she can see possibilities others might miss and develop innovative ways to improve the world. She has an adventurous spirit and an optimistic outlook on life despite facing challenges, driven by her passion for the world and its inhabitants.Being commissioned from around the world, Robyn creates unique pieces of photographic art to capture her client’s personality with ‘A...

Headwinds Facing the Markets in 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

Despite a rally in the broader S&P 500 index in 2023, which is up slightly more than 14%, smaller stocks with more expansive breath are seeing muted returns. The Russel 2000, which captures a group of smaller stocks, is slightly higher for the year, rising about 5%. Equity indices are made up of the haves and the have-nots. The same can be said for the forex markets and the commodity markets. While some large-cap technology shares are experiencing robust returns, several sectors face significant headwinds and have had little traction during 2023. While the S&P 500 index shows double-digit returns, the equal-weight S&P 500 index is barely higher. While the Russel 2000 is up 5%, the equal-weight Russel 2000 is lower in 2023. Rising interest rates, the continued war in the Black Sea, and the fear of a global recession are weighing on specific sectors. Here are the five things hurting market productivity in 2023.The Haves and Have NotsBefore discussing the different factors...

Meet Ian Robertson-Salt and his Artistic Alchemy that Merges Realism, Abstraction, and Urban Inspirations

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:57:52 GMT

Summary: Muralist Ian Robertson-Salt, a Los Angeles native, has been creating vibrant murals that explore themes of culture, identity, and ecological awareness.Street artists are freethinkers, disruptors, and risk-takers. They inhabit the spaces we live, work in, and play in, bringing life back to an otherwise mundane urban environment. This is true, especially in Los Angeles. In this vibrant tapestry of Los Angeles’ artistic landscape, Ian Robertson-Salt, a painter and a muralist seamlessly blends in.With a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, Ian began his muralist journey in 2011 and discovered his purpose in preserving murals across Los Angeles and Long Beach. A tribute to his passion, he studied color theory, public art engagement, and various techniques to cultivate a deep understanding of the intricate relationship between art and its surroundings.“The Artist” Mural Painting by Ian Robertson-SaltIn addition to creating stunning murals, Ian has worked on the restoration ...