Los Angeles Business
Microsoft Lens is shutting down, but a 100% Free PDF scanner app awaits
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Microsoft has confirmed that Lens, its popular free mobile scanner app, will be retired starting September and be removed from app stores by mid-November this year, says PDFgear. As a result, millions of Lens users will soon be looking for an alternative, ideally one that offers the same experience and remains free to use….
Gates & Garage Door Express Inc. Expands 24/7 Emergency Service into Agoura Hills
AGOURA HILLS, Calif. — Agoura Hills residents now have access to 24/7 emergency garage door and electric gate repair services thanks to Gates & Garage Door Express Inc.’s recent expansion into the region. And, there’s no extra charge for after-hours emergency services….
Hillcrest Senior Living Offers an Ideal Community for Solo Agers – and a Summer Camp to Match
LA VERNE, Calif. — With a growing number of older adults choosing to age solo, Hillcrest, a nonprofit, age-qualified community in La Verne, is stepping up to meet the needs of this rising demographic. Set on a lush 50-acre campus in La Verne, California, Hillcrest is a haven for those who crave meaningful connection, wellness-centered living and a true sense of belonging – especially for those entering this next chapter on their own….
‘The Real Superheroes of Beverly Hills’ Get Glitzy Debut at Comic-Con
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The glittering facade of Beverly Hills just got a serious makeover in the pages of “The Real Superheroes of Beverly Hills” illustrated novel. Writer and longtime comic-book scribe Steve Stern (“Zen Intergalactic Ninja”) said, “It’s the story of four students at Beverly Hills High who receive some wild powers during a cosmic event at Griffith Observatory, are immediately outed by a tabloid reporter, and then given their own reality TV show.”…
Former Seminarian Shares Journey from Religious Life to Freedom in the Relaunch of His Book ‘Uncollared’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — At the age of 13, David F. Yep left his home in Rockford, Illinois to embark on what would become a 13-year journey in Catholic seminary life. It’s a journey he brilliantly breaks down in “Uncollared: Your Heart Knows the Way, Re-Learn How to Listen to It” (ISBN: 979-8992585469 [paperback]), which has just been relaunched with a fresh introduction by Elevate Press….
PDFgear Scan, Finally, a Completely Free AI Scanner App for All
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — PDFgear today launched PDFgear Scan, the world’s first free AI-powered scanner app. The app turns paper documents into clean, editable digital files like PDF or Word in seconds. More impressively, it comes with no ads, usage limits, and no cost. With this launch, PDFgear Scan sets a new benchmark for mobile scanning by combining AI with truly free access for everyone….
Edimakor Celebrates its 1st Anniversary: Join the Festivities with Exclusive Gifts and Discounts!
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — In celebration of its first anniversary, Edimakor, the creative video editing software trusted by content creators around the world, is thrilled to launch a limited-time Sales Promotion Event. This special campaign gives users the chance to enjoy exclusive discounts and win exciting gifts….
CCHR Cautions Veterans: Psychedelics Reflect a Dark History of Exploitation, Harm and Failed Science
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is warning Congress and the public that new legislation to legalize psychedelic drugs for U.S. veterans is a dangerous repeat of history-when defenders of the nation were used as test subjects in unethical psychiatric experiments….
EKC PR Client Michael Naizu’s Film ‘Bound For Glory,’ Starring Janel Parrish, Named Finalist in Gold House’s AAPI Renaissance Rally
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Janel Parrish (“Pretty Little Liars,” “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”) will star in the feature adaptation of “Bound For Glory,” an emotionally resonant indie drama from rising AAPI filmmaker Michael Naizu, EKC PR announced today….
A New Survey from Handy Recovery Advisor Shows Over 70% of U.S. Users Have Faced Data Loss
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Handy Recovery Advisor, a trusted resource for data recovery tips and digital safety advice, has published the results of a nationwide survey of 1,000 U.S. adults. The report highlights how everyday users deal with data loss and how most don’t take action until it’s too late….