Fresh snow and sunshine draw big crowds, heavy traffic to Wrightwood slopes

Cyprus was among 30 belugas and four dolphins rescued earlier in the summer from Marineland in Ontario, Canada. His death adds to losses among the rescued animals, although SeaWorld said the other rescued belugas in its care remain in stable health.

The cancellation is part of a broader effort to reduce spending without layoffs while preserving basic city services. Irvine plans to leave jobs vacant as employees depart, shift staff assignments and seek more revenue, with other city events also facing review.

The squeeze reflects a widening mismatch between mine supply and smelting capacity: copper prices are approaching record highs, but competition for concentrate is eroding smelters’ profitability. Any reduction in LS MnM’s concentrate intake could lower copper cathode and sulfuric acid output.