Historic L.A. cafeteria serves nostalgia

[ad_1] It opened in 1935, billed back then as the world’s largest cafeteria. Following decades of decay and declining business, Clifton’s is getting more than a fresh coat of paint. Restaurateur and developer Andrew Meieran has had a crush on Clifton’s for the longest time and now he’s turning it into the go-to spot for…

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Pope Leo meets Palestinian president, calls for two-state solution to “end the conflict” in the Middle East

[ad_1] Rome — Pope Leo XIV met Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the Vatican on Thursday, marking their first in-person encounter since the Chicago native was chosen to lead the Catholic Church in May. The two had spoken previously on the phone. The hour-long meeting, described by the Holy See as “cordial,” focused on the humanitarian…

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