If you are heading to the store on Saturday, you might be paying top dollar for your groceries. A new study from data research platform Decodo reveals that grocery prices hit their peak on Saturdays at major retailers, while Mondays and Wednesdays offer the biggest bargains. Analyzing 1.5 million items across 120 e-commerce platforms, researchers … Read more
Major airports across California and the US were hit with severe delays on Friday morning. San Francisco International Airport saw average delays of 45 minutes due to low clouds, according to the FAA. Departures at San Diego International Airport were delayed by nearly an hour due to wind. Sign up for the California Morning Report … Read more
I haven’t worn a watch since I lost it at Ground Zero on September 11, 2001. That day has given me other ways to mark time — remembrances, family milestones and the continued loss of too many friends. Time has been a precious gift and, for survivors, responders and others who lived and worked in … Read more
A Southern California institution is taking its pricey lattes across the pond. Urth Caffé — the celeb-friendly cafe chain that grew from modest origins to a SoCal staple — revealed it will open an outpost in London’s Covent Garden in early 2027. “London is calling…and Urth Caffé has answered,” the company announced on Instagram — calling … Read more
Everyday Americans are growing increasingly annoyed by social media influencer stunts and takeovers at famous landmarks, major events and vacation destinations once prized for the enjoyment, relaxation and serenity they usually bring — all for the sake of a few self-promoting photos, videos and “likes.” From locations as varied as sports stadiums and luxury resorts, influencers are … Read more
From Pad Thai to padlocked. Lotus of Siam, long revered as the “best Thai restaurant in America” by influential food critics, will shutter its outpost at the Red Rock Casino in Las Vegas after roughly four years. And Sin City insiders say there’s a drama raging behind the scenes of the shock closure — publicly … Read more
It’s not just Bud Light’s past misadventures in wokeness that are to blame for its persistent sales slump: The beer giant is falling victim to a growing trend that’s also slamming competitors – and I recently got a taste of it myself. Liquor and beer industry executives gripe that from their perspective, a grim cultural … Read more
American Airlines is adding more premium seats to its Boeing 777-300ER planes used on long-haul routes as US carriers increasingly chase higher-spending travelers. The airline is also phasing out first class on the aircraft, while increasing the number of business-class seats. The carrier, which is expanding its premium offerings to improve profitability, said the first retrofitted aircraft will begin … Read more
Southern shoppers are bracing for a crackdown on junk food. New SNAP restrictions will prohibit some shoppers at Walmart and other major grocery stores from buying certain controversial items in South Carolina. Under the Southern state’s new policy, SNAP shoppers will no longer be able to use their benefits to purchase sugary foods and drinks. … Read more
Pat McAfee’s influence at ESPN only grows larger by the day and some speculate he played a role in a notable behind-the-scenes “College GameDay” shakeup. Veteran producer Jim Gaiero has been removed from his role after 10 years in a move shared among those involved with the college football show earlier this month, according to … Read more
The brain may undergo a notable shift at midlife, as new research suggests that its protective immune cells begin to decline and are increasingly replaced by inflammatory cells at around age 50. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego; New York Genome Center; and University of California, Irvine, found that these brain changes may … Read more
Sections of Highway 101 in San Francisco will fully close on weekends over the next two months — with transportation officials warning drivers to “stay far away.” The California Department of Transportation has been performing repaving work along about 2 miles of the busy highway running between Cesar Chavez Street and the Mission District. Sections … Read more
Much maligned as an embarrassing mom-mobile, the minivan is making a comeback. The surge in minivan purchases comes as Americans enter a new era of higher car costs, with the average price of a new car hovering around $50,000. Crucially, minivans fall well below that median, while SUVs are hovering far above it. Minivans are roaring … Read more
The indie rock festival, Just Like Heaven, rocked the Rose Bowl stadium in Pasadena, California on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The festival featured major bands such as The Strokes and LCD Soundsystem. 1 of 12 Guitarist Albert Hammond Jr performs with The Strokes. Jonathan Alcorn for CA Post 2 of 12 Festivalgoers enjoy the band … Read more
It’s been over a week now since Cristiano Ronaldo and his wife, Georgina Rodríguez, tied the knot and became husband and wife, and now she’s already making major decisions involving his children. According to reports from the Portuguese press, Rodríguez is now adopting Ronaldo’s three kids and is being formally recognized as their mother. The … Read more
It’s spooooooky on Broadway. And not only because of the cost of a glass of wine. Fifteen of 41 houses are dark right now, and those drafty old buildings are being haunted by the ghosts of Cee Cee Bloom, “Queen of Versailles” Jackie Siegel and Lea Michele. But some actual, fictional spirits are inhabiting the … Read more
Hut, Hut, Bite! Pizza Hut is ditching “pizza,” at least for now. The popular pizza chain announced Wednesday that it will be dropping “pizza” from its name to go simply by “hut.” The temporary change coincides with the start of the 2026 NFL season. “You can just call us HUT for the next 25 weeks,” … Read more
California dominates America’s broccoli supply — bad news for the rest of the country. Broccoli is the most consumed vegetable in the country, and the sunshine state grows over 90% of America’s fresh broccoli. A recent study published in Agribusiness by researchers from Cornell University warns that the country’s supply of broccoli is vulnerable to … Read more
Olivia Rodrigo is about to put one Southern California park through the ultimate stress test. A staggering 45,000 people are expected to descend on Irvine’s Great Park at the end of this month for the pop princess’ inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival — more than quadruple the crowd the park’s usual concert venue is built … Read more
American Airlines will outfit its narrow-body jets with more premium seats and entertainment screens, the company announced Tuesday — a major strategic bet on high-spending travelers aimed at narrowing the earnings gap with Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. American Airlines CEO Robert Isom has ramped up amenities on its flights to compete more aggressively … Read more