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December 28, 2023 On Wednesday, December 13, the Fed issued it’s latest statement.  While Chairman Powell continued to stress fighting inflation, he indicated that interest rate cuts are possible in… Read more: Market Update and Outlook

Actress, Writer and Jewelry Designer I met Lauren Banks several years ago through my talented friend Rachel Bruno. Lauren is an actress, writer and jewelry designer, and she needed some… Read more: Meet Lauren Banks

When talking about investing, it’s always good to start with some context. The market has been falling since mid-December, and Christmas and New Year rallies failed to materialize. In fact,… Read more: Trading the “Dull” Market Before Earnings – January 12, 2023

As always, a market outlook are tricky, but that doesn’t stop us from trying. But first, let’s do an investing update as of Sunday, January 8, 2023. The year-end Rally… Read more: Investing Update and Market Outlook – January 8, 2023

desert christ park, a rarely visited sculpture garden gem near joshua tree I’ve visited Desert Christ Park a couple of times now, and there’s rarely anyone there. People visit Joshua… Read more: Joshua Tree – Desert Christ Park

the integratron near joshua tree is a one-of-a-kind location Built in 1954, the Integratron is located in Landers, CA, about 20 miles north of Joshua Tree National Park. It stands… Read more: Joshua Tree – The Out of This World Integratron

Stunning views on the 3 mile ryan mountain Trail, Joshua tree, CA The Ryan Mountain hike might be my favorite trail in Joshua Tree. I’d been to Joshua Tree several… Read more: Joshua Tree – Ryan Mountain Hike

An Secret Joshua Tree Destination Garth’s Boulder Gardens is a 640 acre sanctuary located near Pioneertown, CA, about 20 miles from Joshua Tree. The wilderness seeks to embody spirituality, living… Read more: Joshua Tree – Garth’s Boulder Gardens

At angel’s Gate Lighthouse, san pedro, CA Moon photography, especially against a well-known local landmark, seems to be all the rage these days.  And no wonder, such shots can be… Read more: Photography: Shooting the Crescent Moon

Executive Producers: LA-18.Written by: LA-18 , Ming Lo.Cinematography and Graphics by: Ming Lo The Project. LA-18 was very interested in supporting the voting effort, both for the 2006 California primaries… Read more: Directing: Clocks PSA

Executive Producers: APALC, LA-18.Script, Cinematography, Editing and English Graphics by: Ming LoCast: Student, Janet Chu; Florist, Mrs. Chu; Yuppie, Richard Tang; Doctor, Grace Kung; Depressed Person/Abuse Victim, Elainia Perng; Discrimination Victim,… Read more: Directing: Asian Pacific American Legal Center 2006

Spotlight on Vienna Teng by Ming Lo Sunday, March 5, 2006 Vienna Teng, the 27-year old singer, songwriter, and pianist, talks about her journey from tinkering on the piano at… Read more: Directing: LA Asian Arts – Vienna Teng

“Old World Charm” Executive Producers: Old Pasadena Management District, LA-18.Written by: Shanelle Rose, Ming LoShooting, Editing and Graphics by: Ming Lo The Project. As part of their work for the… Read more: Directing: Old Pasadena Management District

Executive Producers: SoCal Gas, LA-18Producers: LA-18, Ming LoWritten by: LA-18Directed and Edited by: Ming LoCast: Chinese Host, April Kuan; Korean Host, Yunjung ChangCrew: Director of Photography, Joseph Setele; Grip, Eddie… Read more: Directing: Socal Gas PSA

Executive Producers: OCA-GLA, LA-18Written by: Clara ChiuEditing and Graphics by: Ming LoProducers: Mia Chan, Ming Lo. The Project. OCA is the Organization of Chinese Americans, specifically, in this case, the… Read more: Directing: Organization of Chinese Americans 2006

Executive Producers: JYP, LA-18.Cinematography and Editing by: Ming LoSound: Alex Salmona The Project. JY Park is a renowned Korean singer and producer. His company also manages many up-and-coming performers, including… Read more: Directing: JYP Entertainment

THE SHOPS AT SANTA ANITA 2 – CARUSO STYLE Executive Producers: Caruso Affiliated, ICG Worldwide, LA-18Written by: Ron WongDirected and Edited by: Ming LoProducers: Mia Chan, Ming LoCast: Father, Liang… Read more: Directing: The Shops at Santa Anita Commercial II

THE SHOPS AT SANTA ANITA I – “SCHOOLS” Executive Producers: Caruso Affiliated, ICG Worldwide, LA-18.Written by: Ron Wong, Ming Lo.Directed and Edited by: Ming LoProducers: Mia Chan, Ming Lo.Cast: Father,… Read more: Directing: The Shops at Santa Anita Commercial I

Executive Producers: Kylin TV, LA-18.Producers: Tenaye Owens, Ming LoWritten by: LA-18Directed by: Ming LoCast: Host, Juliette ZhouCrew: Director of Photography, Ming Lo; Gaffer, Joe Wah; Grip, Eddie Magana ;Make-Up and… Read more: Directing: Kylin TV Commercial

Executive Producers: JC Penney, Intertrend, LA-18Advertising Agency: IntertrendBroadcast: LA-18Written by: Ming LoDirected and Edited by: Ming LoProducers: Mia Chan, Wenona Wynn, Ming LoCast: Host/Mother, Yi Lin; Father, Steven Gee; Daughter,… Read more: Directing: JC Penney Commercials

Executive Producers: Birchbark Villas , LA-18.Broadcast: LA-18Cinematography and Editing by: Ming LoGraphics: Diego Taracena The Project. Birchbark Villas is a gated community located in Downey, CA. They were nearing completion… Read more: Directing: Birchbark Villas Commercial

I had a simple task… or so it seemed.  I had purchased a domain at Bluehost, and I needed it to point to a site hosted at Godaddy.com.  In concept,… Read more: Why I Hate Bluehost #1: Pointing A Domain To A Site Hosted Elsewhere

There are so many things to do in Los Angeles and so many are iconic – the pictures and places you see whenever LA anyone talks about LA.  Here are… Read more: Top 15 Things To Do In Los Angeles by Ming Lo

By Ming Lo Chances are, you won’t see Shiprock unless you make it a point to do so.  There’s some stunning scenery in the area, but much of it is… Read more: Travel: Shiprock, New Mexico

By Ming Lo Tucked between Glen Canyon to the West, Monument Valley to the South, and Arches to the Northeast, Natural Bridges seems to be a secondary destination for many. … Read more: Travel: Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah

  By Ming Lo El Matador remains one of LA’s most popular beaches. Every weekend, it’s filled with not only beach goers, but people shooting videos and tik toks, as… Read more: Travel: The Secret Malibu Sea Cave

Most who travel on Route 1 will eventually tour Hearst Castle, I think.  I went without having any idea what I would see, so the following is a little photo… Read more: Travel: Hearst Castle

Everyone wants to go to the Wave.  Of course, it’s very difficult, as you most likely know.  We went in-person for the lottery in the morning, and failing to get… Read more: Travel: South Coyote Buttes – The Paw Hole

If you live in Los Angeles, you see great views everyday.  But often, we are too busy running around to notice.  And even when stuck in traffic, we’re often more… Read more: Travel: 18 of the Best Scenic Views of Los Angeles