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The Daily Brief: YOGAqua Comes To The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Marilyn Monroe Treasures Up For Auction, and more.

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Rooftop Paddleboard Yoga Comes to The Maybourne Beverly Hills

Paddleboard yoga gets a luxury upgrade at The Maybourne Beverly Hills, where YOGAqua founder Sarah Tiefenthaler is now offering rooftop classes in the hotel’s ninth-floor pool. Held every weekend and open to both hotel guests and locals, the $30 sessions include a guided Vinyasa flow and a complimentary juice from the Maybourne Café—no yoga or SUP experience required.

GirlsDoPorn Founder Pleads Guilty in Massive Sex Trafficking Scheme

After years on the run, Michael Pratt—the founder of GirlsDoPorn—has pleaded guilty in federal court to orchestrating a $17 million sex trafficking operation that deceived and exploited dozens of young women and teenage girls. Prosecutors say Pratt and his team lured victims with fake modeling ads, coerced them into filming pornographic videos, and posted the content online without consent. His plea follows a years-long international manhunt and the convictions of multiple co-conspirators.

U.S. Army Reserve Launches Massive Combat Drill in Long Beach

Don’t be alarmed by sonic booms or soldiers in the streets—Mojave Falcon 25, the Army Reserve’s largest exercise in history, is underway across California, including at the Port of Long Beach. More than 550 troops will be stationed there through June 9, participating in simulated air attacks, convoy missions, and combat logistics as part of a nationwide military training operation.

The Skin Whisperer Behind Hollywood’s Red Carpet Glow

Jennifer Gerace isn’t your average Beverly Hills esthetician—she’s the go-to skin expert for Emmy nominees and A-listers seeking results, not trends. From cutting-edge plasma technology to exosome therapies, her treatments are revolutionizing red-carpet prep. Meet the woman celebrities book months in advance for skin that holds up under Hollywood’s harshest lights.

Six Curious Treasures from the Marilyn Monroe Auction

To mark what would’ve been Marilyn Monroe’s 99th birthday, Julien’s Auctions is offering over 100 personal artifacts tied to the Hollywood icon—many with starting bids under $100. From vintage curlers to grocery receipts for caviar and 7-Up, the collection offers a surprisingly accessible way to own a piece of Monroe’s legacy.

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