At Free Spirited, the trendy Alhambra alcohol-free bar, the appeal is clear. “It’s just like a bar, but without all the drunken fighting,” regular Vanessa Marquez said. Non alcoholic beverages at Free Spirited, a specialized 100% alcohol-free sober craft cocktail lounge and gluten-free kitchen founded by husband-and-wife team Amber Pennington and Arleo De Guzman in … Read more
The Golden State is proving the gold standard for higher learning. Five California universities made this year’s list of top 40 institutions in the US according to a new ranking. Stanford University, ranked 10th overall, leading the pack in LinkedIn’s Top Colleges 2026, which analyzes undergraduate schools across the country that best prepare graduates for … Read more
Irvine isn’t exactly known as party central. But it turns out nobody nurses a bender better. The famously buttoned-up Orange County city has been crowned the best-equipped place in America to survive the morning after, topping a ranking of 75 major US cities for hangover recovery convenience. And California didn’t stop after last call. Long … Read more
As screens become a bigger part of childhood, the average parent says digital literacy education should start before kindergarten, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 parents of children aged 0–5 years found that, on average, parents believe digital literacy should be taught starting at the age of four. And despite nearly nine in … Read more
Rancho Cordova is ready for the big leagues — but they just have to make sure fans can find a parking spot first. The California city is moving forward with plans for a massive new 10,000-seat arena that could become a sports and entertainment destination for the Sacramento region. But before fans can pack the … Read more
Double Chicken Please is bringing its bizarrely brilliant food-inspired cocktails, hot honey chicken and buzzed-about bartending magic to West Hollywood this month. New York’s cocktail crown jewel is packing its shakers and heading west — giving Angelenos a taste of its wildly inventive booze-fueled madness. The wildly inventive Lower East Side bar ranked among the … Read more
A viral TikTok video has sparked a fiery online debate over concert etiquette, entitled parenting, and who really deserves the front-row view when music icons hit the stage. The drama unfolded after a parent shared a recent experience at a concert featuring American singer-songwriter Shaboozey, known for his mega-hit A Bar Song (Tipsy). According to … Read more
Happiness has a ZIP code. A recent study published by WalletHub ranks the happiest cities in the US using three categories:emotional and physical well-being; income and employment; and community and environment. 182 cities were evaluated using 29 key happiness indicators including income growth, depression rates, adequate sleep, and average daily leisure time. Experts are hopeful … Read more
Officials have released the first close-up images of the remains of Quest, the final ship of the legendary Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. The images were taken at the ship’s location in the Labrador Sea, around 1,280 feet deep in the waters off of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and were released in July. After 60 years, … Read more
It’s not exactly California Dreamin’. San Francisco and Los Angeles have been named among the world’s 20 happiest destinations — but both Golden State metropolises squeezed onto the list perilously close to the bottom. The City by the Bay took 17th place with a 67.5 “Happy Place” score, while LA limped in at No. 19 with … Read more
Bill Murray has been spotted flipping the script on the typical Hollywood hot spot. The legendary funnyman was caught on camera grabbing a burger at one of Los Angeles’ most iconic In-N-Out Burger locations right next to Los Angeles International Airport recently, sending social media into a frenzy after the clip was shared online. In … Read more
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has built its reputation on serving Southern comfort food and nostalgic favorites — which may explain why some discontinued menu items continue to spark passionate reactions from loyal customers. From black-eyed peas and fried haddock to red-eye gravy and fried chicken livers, fans have taken to social media and online forums … Read more
You’ll want to take a seat — or two — for this big move. Southwest Airlines has updated a controversial policy after a trove of upset customers. The airline’s “Customer of Size policy” was for plus-size travelers who needed additional accommodations and was even praised in the past. In the past, Southwest would allow plus-sized … Read more
Walgreens has shuttered stores across at least a dozen states, including New York and New Jersey, as part of a multiyear plan to cut costs and close underperforming locations. The Chicago-based pharmacy chain first announced plans in October 2024 to close roughly 1,200 underperforming stores over the next three years – including 500 locations in … Read more
Ariana Grande’s alarming weight loss in her new ‘Petal’ music video raises serious concerns. The video, meant to address scrutiny, is overshadowed by 33-year-old Grande’s skeletal frame. Body positivity activist Charli Howard calls Grande’s appearance ‘not normal’ amid ‘thin-is-in’ culture. Over the last three years, Ariana Grande has shrunk before our eyes. And we need … Read more
So long, saltines and applesauce — modern moms-to-be are turning to performance products to boost energy during pregnancy and labor like athletes. “It makes total sense,” Lauren Puretz, an OB-GYN and ultrarunner in Colorado Springs, Colo., told The Post. Whether logging miles or carrying a child, the feats take fuel — and sometimes sports nutrition … Read more
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A popular ’70s retro bar known for its secret entrance through a refrigerator in Hollywood was temporarily shut down due to vermin infestation on Thursday. Good Times at Davey Wayne’s in 1611 N El Centro Avenue was shut down by the Los Angeles County Public Health Department on nine different health violations. Good Times at … Read more
Work-life balance and demanding high-stakes jobs rarely coexist and the majority of the workforce across the globe is striving for both at the moment. A California-based cardiothoracic surgeon‘s new perspective suggests that we may be looking at the entire situation through distorted glasses. San Diego’s award-winning, board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Alexandra Kharazi says the entire … Read more
California’s summer nights are getting a supersized upgrade — and it’ll only cost you a fancy coffee. The legendary 626 Night Market is returning to Arcadia this month, bringing a massive after-dark food and culture takeover to Santa Anita Park with more than 250 vendors, live entertainment, shopping and plenty of over-the-top eats. The three-day … Read more