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March 5, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

The author of the novels 'Dear American Airlines' and 'Want Not' performed as part of...

Simple poached fish with caper sauce and quick corn and tomatoes. (Linda Gassenheimer/Linda Gassenheimer/TNS)

Quick Fix: Simple Poached Fish with Caper Sauce and Quick Corn and Tomatoes

March 5, 2026 at 7:20 a.m.

The secret is to make sure the water is at a low simmer.

4 dishes that showcase beans in all their glory

By Cathy Thomas

March 5, 2026 at 6:31 a.m.

Here's how to make a bean-centric soup, salad, kale dish and dip.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – NOVEMBER 18: Eva Mendes at Ronald McDonald House Westmead on November 18, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Caroline McCredie/Getty Images)

Horoscopes March 5, 2026: Eva Mendes, think outside the box

March 5, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Three years ago, the Denny-Watrous tradition continued with the appointment of Norwegian-born conductor Grete Pedersen as artistic director of the Carmel Bach Festival, (Randy Tunnell -- Special to the Herald)

Barbara Rose Shuler, Intermezzo: The changing sound of leadership in classical music

By Barbara Rose Shuler

March 4, 2026 at 8:49 a.m.

The podium long seemed an exclusively male domain because conducting was believed to demand qualities...

Designer Tomoko Ohkata and her assistant Koki Unami hold designs made from old kimonos.

Japan’s traditional kimonos are being repurposed in creative and sustainable ways

March 4, 2026 at 11:45 a.m.

Recycling venues in Japan get thousands of old kimonos a day.

Blues harmonica player Billy Branch poses on stage at Rosa’s Lounge in Logan Square on Feb. 24, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

How Billy Branch bought a harmonica, found the blues and changed his life

By Rick Kogan

March 4, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

Chicago blues great Billy Branch says a concert in Grant Park got him hooked on...

Chinese chicken salad features pulled rotisserie chicken, orange segments and cabbage in a tangy soy sauce-based dressing.(Gretchen McKay/Post-Gazette/TNS)

5 dishes to make with a grocery rotisserie chicken

March 4, 2026 at 7:21 a.m.

It stands at the ready, hot, fresh and ready to eat. All you need is...

Chaz Bono arrives at the premiere of “Little Bites” on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at Aero Theatre in Santa Monica, Calif. (Photo by Dan Steinberg/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes March 4, 2026: Chaz Bono, focus on detail, not spontaneity

March 4, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Media and communications senior manager Marti Tedesco, left, senior transactions project manager Fiona Martin, and Gordon Clark, president of the Peninsula Open Space Trust, a nonprofit environmental group based in Palo Alto, walk through Mead Ranch in Morgan Hill, Calif., on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. The 1,921-acre property, located between San Jose and Morgan Hill and formerly owned by members of the Bechtel family, was sold to the nonprofit for $24.3 million. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)

Bechtel family sells scenic South Bay ranch for $24M in latest major conservation deal

By Paul Rogers

March 3, 2026 at 2:41 p.m.

The Peninsula Open Space Trust will preserve Mead Ranch as open space.

Hawaiian shirts and warm weather clothing are de rigeur for spring skiing at Palisades Tahoe. (Photo by Ben Davidson)

Travel: Spring is skiing’s secret season

By Ben Davidson Correspondent

March 3, 2026 at 7:41 a.m.

Spring is a great time to hit the slopes in style.

From the chairlifts and slopes of June Mountain ski resort, visitor often get lake views. (Christopher Reynolds/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

‘No lines and big, wide-open runs’: This woodsy California ski town is like Mammoth without the crowds

March 3, 2026 at 7:40 a.m.

June Lake is the eastern Sierra town that lives most of its life in the...

Shampoo sits on a shelf at a store in Pittsburgh.

Are expensive shampoos worth it? Here’s what the experts have to say

March 3, 2026 at 11:54 a.m.

Experts advise consumers to evaluate the ingredients in products.

Giada’s Shaker Jar Salad with black-eyed peas, grapes, celery feta cheese, radicchio and romaine lettuce.

Recipe: This salad in a jar will add pizzazz to workday lunches

By Cathy Thomas

March 4, 2026 at 4:47 p.m.

You can store the jarred salad in the fridge for up to 6 hours.

Topped with bright winter citrus juice or a punchy vinaigrette and finished with grains, nuts or seeds, a winter slaw offers layers of flavor, texture and substance. (Photo by Lynda Balslev for TasteFood)

A crunchy, hearty coleslaw for the last weeks of winter

By Lynda Baslev Columnist

March 3, 2026 at 6:30 a.m.

Cabbage, kale, broccoli, carrots and Brussels sprouts are naturally in season throughout the winter and...

Jackie Joyner-Kersee attends the 38th annual Footwear News Achievement Awards at Cipriani South Street on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes March 3, 2026: Jackie Joyner Kersee, speak up, get involved, do your part

March 3, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Blackpink will perform at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 26.
(Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer)

Warriors’ Draymond Green explains why he’s excited to be name-dropped by Blackpink

By Joseph Dycus

March 4, 2026 at 12:28 p.m.

Draymond Green says that his kids are a huge fan of K-Pop and Blackpink, who...

Some recent releases from The Folio Society. (Courtesy of The Folio Society)

How book publisher The Folio Society remade itself for the 21st century

March 2, 2026 at 8:24 a.m.

After facing a grim future, the company has bounded back with limited-edition books and a...

This image released by Voracious shows a recipe for chicken salad lettuce wraps from the cookbook “Hormone Healthy Eats” by Lauren Chambers. (Eva Kolenko/Voracious via AP)

Rotisserie chicken meets grapes and pecans in a crisp romaine wrap

March 2, 2026 at 8:23 a.m.

The recipe takes about 20 minutes and needs no cooking.

Daniel Craig poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Story” during the opening night of the London film festival, in London, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. (Photo by Alberto Pezzali/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes March 2, 2026: Daniel Craig, explore the possibilities and wait for the right moment

March 2, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Anna’s hummingbird (Calypte anna). This female hummingbird has a dull green crown and
an iridescent red gorget (the band over the throat and chest). In comparison, the male has a crimson red crown and gorget. Both have pale bellies. This photo shows the bird feeding from
the inflorescence of a showy banksia (Banksia speciosa). The evergreen shrub or tree is an
Australian native and a member of the protea family (Proteaceae). (Credit — Brad Lewis)

Tom Karwin, On Gardening: Hummingbirds in flight

By Tom Karwin

March 1, 2026 at 9:03 a.m.

One of nature’s fascinating aspects in the garden is the flight of hummingbirds. The UC...

French artist JR gestures during an interview with the Associated Press next to the Pont Neuf bridge about his project called Pont Neuf Cavern, in Paris, France, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Michel Euler)

He is known as the French Banksy. Now artist JR plans to turn a Paris bridge into a massive cave

March 1, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

He says his project may be the “largest immersive installation ever made.”

A scene from “All The Empty Rooms.” (Netflix/Netflix/TNS)

Your guide to the 5 Oscar-nominated documentary shorts

March 1, 2026 at 7:21 a.m.

Some of this year’s Oscar-nominated documentary shorts hit hard.

His new book “Bonded by Evolution: The New Science of Love and Connection” argues against evolutionary psychology’s philosophy of dating and relationships debunking ideas like money matters most to women, looks matter most to men and everyone has an inherent objective “mate value.” (Crown/TNS)

Think online dating is a ‘numbers game’? You’re playing it all wrong, says this researcher

March 1, 2026 at 7:10 a.m.

Paul Eastwick argues against evolutionary psychology's philosophy of dating and relationships.

Canadian singer-songwriter Justin Bieber arrives for the 64th Annual Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 3, 2022. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)

Horoscopes March 1, 2026: Justin Bieber, focus on what stimulates your mind

March 1, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

A gray whale calf nuzzles its mother. People in Northern California will have a chance to spot these migrating whales during the many whale festivals of spring 2026. (NOAA)

5 fantastic Whale Festivals in Northern California for spring 2026

By John Metcalfe

February 28, 2026 at 1:49 p.m.

From Mendocino to Monterey, whale fests offer the chance to glimpse these migrating giants --...

A bean seed undergoes scarification with a set of nail clippers.

Scarification: The simple seed-starting trick that helps tough-coated seeds sprout faster

February 28, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

Scarified seeds don’t have to wait around for their coats to break down under soil.

Michael B. Jordan holds a baby in "Sinners."

Glenn Whipp: The case for ‘Sinners’ to win best picture

February 28, 2026 at 7:20 a.m.

You underestimate “Sinners” at your peril.

Butcher Dario Ceccini of Italy, welcomes guests to a private dinner at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, in Miami Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

How social media killed the food festival stars. And created others

February 28, 2026 at 7:10 a.m.

Instead of Food Network chefs, new festivals celebrate local communities.

Ali Larter arrives at the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at The Barker Hanger in Santa Monica, Calif. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes Feb. 28, 2026: Ali Larter, your creativity is growing

February 28, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

In this 2017 photo, Chris Bertucelli poses with a photo of former San Jose Sharks player Patrick Marleau and hockey puck signed by Marleau at Bertucelli's La Villa delicatessen, in San Jose. Bertucelli has been making his Chris Combo sandwiches for years for the Sharks team and the 49ers too. (LiPo Ching/Bay Area News Group)

San Jose: La Villa Deli legend Chris Bertucelli dies at 47

By Linda Zavoral

March 2, 2026 at 8:14 p.m.

His secret-ingredient 'Chris Combo' sandwich is beloved by customers and sports legends.

FILE – Conan O’Brien takes part in a panel discussion during the South by Southwest Conference and Festival, March 11, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Jack Plunkett/Invision/AP, File)

Leaked 2023 Bohemian Grove list includes Bay Area power players, Conan O’Brien

By Martha Ross

February 27, 2026 at 11:11 p.m.

Other names on the 2023 retreat list for the secretive, exclusive all-male club included Eric...

Gonzales Library to open new location

By Chris Hamilton

February 27, 2026 at 12:37 p.m.

The Gonzales branch aims to follow the needs of the community, offering the public access...

Stasher has determined the best tourist attraction to be the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain. The rankings were calculated by considering five factors: online ratings, TikTok likes, distance from an airport, the country’s safety and quality of local lodging. (Dreamstime/TNS)

This California spot leads list of worst tourist attractions in the world

By John Metcalfe

February 27, 2026 at 8:08 a.m.

The Eiffel Tower and Disney World come out strong but L.A. does poorly.

Flu-buster soup and Lunar New Year longevity noodles

By Nancy Lindahl

February 27, 2026 at 9:34 a.m.

Make these recipes for health and longevity as both flu season and Lunar New Year's...

In “EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert,” filmmaker Baz Luhrmann used hours of never before seen film and audio of Elvis Presley performing in Las Vegas in 1970 and cities around the United States in 1972 to let Elvis tell his own story in a way that’s never before been done. (Film still courtesy of Neon)

How Elvis Presley roars back to life in Baz Luhrmann’s ‘EPiC’ concert film

By Peter Larsen

February 27, 2026 at 8:06 a.m.

Luhrmann reveals Elvis Presley's humanity through never-before-seen film and audio.

Chicken Hungarian Goulash with Caraway Pappardelle. (Linda Gassenheimer/Linda Gassenheimer/TNS)

Quick Fix: Chicken Hungarian Goulash with Caraway Pappardelle

February 27, 2026 at 7:20 a.m.

The key to its authentic flavor is using good-quality Hungarian paprika.

Kate Mara attends the Michael Kors Fall/Winter 2026 fashion show as part of New York Fashion Week on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes Feb. 27, 2026: Kate Mara, push to reach the goals that matter most

February 27, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Cattle graze in the foreground of Point Sur State Historic Park along California’s Big Sur coastline.

The world’s best honeymoon trips include this California paradise

By John Metcalfe

February 26, 2026 at 7:40 a.m.

Planning a romantic getaway in 2026? Vogue has you covered with these unforgettable destinations.

Aaralyn Holt refills bottles at Lufka Refillable Zero Waste store Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)

How refill stores are changing the way we reduce waste

February 26, 2026 at 12:05 p.m.

Scores of refill stores have opened customers seek fresh ways to reduce waste.

6 European beer stews to try this winter

By Jay R Brooks

February 26, 2026 at 10:15 a.m.

From Belgian stoofvlees to Polish hunter's stew, these beer-enriched dishes serve up hearty warmth.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Erykah Badu speaks onstage during the 2024 GQ Creativity Awards at WSA on April 11, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for GQ)

Horoscopes Feb. 26, 2026: Erykah Badu, embrace life and show enthusiasm

February 26, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Monterey Skates looks to set up permanently at Del Monte Shopping Center

By Kyarra Harris

February 25, 2026 at 2:29 p.m.

Monterey Skates organizers are eyeing Del Monte Shopping Center to set up their new home.

Checking out the General Mercantile in historic Pioneertown.

(David Mullally -- Herald Correspondent)

Travels with the Mullallys: Searching for peak experiences around Palm Springs

By Linda B. Mullally

February 25, 2026 at 9:24 a.m.

Palm Springs rolls out an annual parade of events to highlight Modernism Week.

"Every February since then, the bees have been on the trail ahead of me, leading the way." (Patrice Vecchione -- Herald Correspondent)

Patrice Vecchione, Walkabout Town: Walking with bees

By Patrice Vecchione

February 25, 2026 at 9:05 a.m.

I knew my pop was guiding me — his love had sent me bees.

Jack Hughes celebrates after scoring the winning goal against Canada.

Hughes’ OT goal for Team USA vs Canada in Olympic final averages 26M live viewers on NBC, Peacock

February 25, 2026 at 9:04 a.m.

Team USA’s 2-1 overtime victory over Canada averaged 18.6 million live viewers.

Laszlo Bardossy, head chef of the Neverland Pizzeria adds topping on the restaurant’s Roman-era pizza in Budapest, Hungary, on Feb. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Bela Szandelszky)

When in Rome: Budapest pizzeria offers time-travel twist with ancient Rome-inspired pie

February 25, 2026 at 11:43 a.m.

“Curiosity drove us to ask what pizza might have been like long ago.”

“Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Save Lives” by Dr. Daisy Fancourt examines the research demonstrating that art is the forgotten fifth pillar of health. (Photo courtesy of Tom Burton and the publisher.)

Why a dose of art may be the cure for a number of society’s ailments

By Emily St Martin

February 25, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

'Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Save Lives' examines the research behind art...

I use a ready-made stir fry sauce from the market for convenience, but if you prefer, I’ ve included a simple homemade version at the end of the recipe. (Linda Gassenheimer/Linda Gassenheimer/TNS)

Quick Fix: Five Spice Steak Stir Fry

February 26, 2026 at 6:46 a.m.

It takes just a few minutes to assemble and prep the ingredients.

This egg salad sandwich is anything but dull

By Laura Mclively

February 25, 2026 at 7:20 a.m.

A lunch-box classic is transformed into something punchy, bright and deeply satisfying thanks to the...

Rashida Jones arrives at the 83rd Golden Globes on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes Feb. 25, 2026: Rashida Jones, make this a year to reflect

February 25, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

The Olympic rings stand out during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Milan Cortina Olympics were most-watched Winter Games since 2014 with 96% more viewers than Beijing

February 24, 2026 at 8:27 a.m.

The average includes combined audiences on NBC, Peacock, CNBC, USA Network and other digital platforms.

The entrance to Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel.

Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel offers a body, mind and soul reset

By Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 11:03 a.m.

Jacumba today feels like what Marfa, Texas, must have been like before Donald Judd arrived.

Pearled sorghum is the base of this salad featuring roasted tomatoes.

Say hello to sorghum, your newest cooking ally

February 24, 2026 at 8:42 a.m.

Gluten-free products like sorghum are a culinary lifeline for some.

Making Lamb Stew With Figs and Chickpeas will let you feel like you’re escaping to Morocco, even while you stay at home in your pajamas. (Photo by Lynda Balslev for TasteFood)

This lamb stew will transport you to a warm, far-flung destination

By Lynda Baslev Columnist

February 24, 2026 at 7:48 p.m.

Fight the winter blues with a fragrant, meaty stew sweetened with figs, heady with harissa...

Edward James Olmos attends the 48th AFI Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute celebrating Julie Andrews at Dolby Theatre on June 09, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Horoscopes Feb. 24, 2026: Edward James Olmos, when in doubt, ask questions

February 24, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Francesca Wade is the author of “Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife.”(Photo credit Nick During / Courtesy of Scribner)

What Francesca Wade discovered writing ‘Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife’

February 23, 2026 at 8:40 a.m.

Also, the author recommends a 'knotty, hefty' novel and books about writing biography.

Tortilla Wraps with Cabbage and Asian Dressing are a great way to use up leftover chicken. (Photo by Nick Koon)

These tortilla wraps showcase cabbage and chicken

By Cathy Thomas

February 24, 2026 at 7:46 p.m.

The Asian dressing that spikes this dish can be made with mayonaise or Greek yogurt...

Emily Blunt arrives at the 83rd Golden Globes on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes Feb. 23, 2026: Emily Blunt, concentrate on what’s important

February 23, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

David Archuleta is the author of “Devout: Losing My Faith To Find Myself.” (Photo credit (L-R): Irvin Rivera + Robert Ascroft / Courtesy of Simon & Schuster/Gallery Books)

David Archuleta recalls ‘American Idol’ and coming out in memoir, ‘Devout’

By Kelli Fadroski

February 22, 2026 at 11:03 a.m.

'I hated who I was,” says the singer, who will discuss the book and new...

Red velvet sage (Salvia confertiflora). This broadleaf deciduous, evergreen perennial has bright green new foliage that matures to dark green and reddish-purple stems. In the late summer and fall, the plant displays 6-to-10-inch spikes of fuzzy, rusty red flowers that rise above foliage. It grows 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide. The plant is native to Brazil. (Courtesy Tom Karwin)

Tom Karwin, On Gardening: Pointers for perennial plant propagation

By Tom Karwin

February 22, 2026 at 9:10 a.m.

"Our column focuses on propagating herbaceous and woody perennials through stem cuttings. The process uses...

Anela Malik, a former diplomat, recently authored “American Soul: The Black History of Food in the United States” (National Geographic, $40). (Photo courtesy of Clay Williams)

‘American Soul’ author explains how Black history shapes US cuisine

February 22, 2026 at 7:31 a.m.

Former diplomat-turned-creator Anela Malik reflects on how Black foodways formed the backbone of the American...

The Hardwood Classic dancers, who are the Golden State Warriors’ senior dance team, perform between the third and fourth quarters of an NBA game between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)

How the Golden State Warriors’ senior dancers became fan favorites

By Jason Mastrodonato

February 23, 2026 at 11:58 a.m.

The Warriors' senior dance team has seen its performance demand nearly triple since it was...

US actress Drew Barrymore attends the 11th Breakthrough Prize ceremony at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Michael Tran / AFP) (Photo by MICHAEL TRAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Horoscopes Feb. 22, 2026: Drew Barrymore, let kindness and consideration lead the way

February 22, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Chris Whipple, shown her in 2023, will be one of the featured panelists at the Leon Panetta Lecture Series. (Photo by Scott Roth/Invision/AP)

Panetta lecture panel to feature noteworthy journalists

By David Kellogg

February 21, 2026 at 1:56 p.m.

Whipple’s most discussed work recently was his Vanity Fair article in December on the inner-workings...

A sliced Ananas Noire, aka Black Pineapple, tomato is displayed.

A kaleidoscope of oddball tomatoes to try as seed-starting season nears

February 21, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

One of these oddballs just might be the tomato you love the most.

Horoscopes Feb. 21, 2026: Drew Barrymore

February 21, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Elliot Page arrives at the season four premiere of “The Umbrella Academy” on Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Horoscopes Feb. 21, 2026: Elliot Page, go full tilt in every instance

February 21, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Jim Butcher is the author of the Dresden Files, an urban fantasy series that has sold more than 14 million copies in the U.S. His latest Harry Dresden book, “Twelve Months,” is out now.
(Photo credit Shersten the Golden / Courtesy of Ace Hardcover)

Jim Butcher says grief and fatherhood impact Dresden Files ‘Twelve Months’

February 20, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

The author shares his favorite cover of them all.

3 soups that will take the chill off — and be ready in 30 minutes or less

February 20, 2026 at 7:20 a.m.

These three soup recipes deliver comfort without the wait.

Rihanna attends The Gotham Film Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

Horoscopes Feb. 20, 2026: Rihanna, step up and take control

February 20, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

The Kalalau trail offers a view of the Napali Coast.

Island cures: A trip to Kauai delivers healing adventures

By Karen Nelson

February 23, 2026 at 8:41 a.m.

If you’re looking for a side of Hawaii that you might not have experienced before,...

This album cover image released by Glassnote Records shows “Prizefighter” by Mumford & Sons. (Glassnote via AP)

Music Review: Mumford & Sons finds a new folk rhythm on the collaborative ‘Prizefighter’

February 19, 2026 at 10:51 a.m.

The feature tracks feel like tentpoles for the project.

Travel: Trekking around the Himalayan foothills in northern India

By Norma Meyer

February 19, 2026 at 12:55 p.m.

A 13-day trip around the region includes watching pilgrims immerse themselves in the ultra-holy Ganges...

Here are some book releases coming from independent publishers in 2026. (Covers courtesy of the publishers)

27 independent press books to add to your 2026 TBR list

By Michael Schaub

February 19, 2026 at 7:31 a.m.

Crime, thrillers, essays, ghost stories and works in translation are among those being published by...

Cheesy chicken broccoli casserole on a white plate.

Gretchen’s table: Make cheesy broccoli chicken bake like you remember

February 19, 2026 at 8:17 a.m.

Chicken Divan became smart mothers' tactic for getting their kids to eat vegetables.

Chappell Roan arrives for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Feb. 1, 2026. (Photo by Etienne LAURENT / AFP via Getty Images)

Horoscopes Feb. 19, 2026: Chappell Roan, think twice before you act

February 19, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

This recipe for skillet cornbread is an example of the complex influences that have shaped American foods over the centuries. “When you consider its legacy as a dish historically made by Black hands out of ingredients grown by enslaved Africans, with roots in Indigenous foodways and agricultural knowledge, cornbread emerges as a quintessential American dish,” writes Anela Malik, author of “American Soul: The Black History of Food in the United States.” (Photo courtesy of Farrah Skeiky)

Black History Month Recipe: Skillet Cornbread

February 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

While cornbread is often talked about as a Southern dish, "its history is much more...

Macaroni and cheese became a popular American dish thanks in part to James Hemings, an enslaved worker at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Hemings trained as a chef for three years in France and brought the then-popular-in-Paris recipe back to the U.S., where it was served in the White House. (Photo courtesy of Farrah Skeiky)

Black History Month Recipe: Macaroni and Cheese

February 18, 2026 at 8:59 a.m.

Another popular American dish that owes its popularity to Black chefs of the past is...

Make these deep-fried seafood bites in recognition of the generations of Black oystermen and fishermen who shaped the U.S.’s culinary scene this Black History Month. (Photo courtesy of Farrah Skeiky)

Black History Month Recipe: Oyster and Salmon Croquettes

February 18, 2026 at 8:59 a.m.

When it comes to exploring Black foods, cultures and histories in the U.S., author Anela...

Brazil's Patrick Burgener reacts during the men's snowboarding halfpipe qualifications.

Brazilian snowboarder Pat Burgener’s Olympic journey spans the mountains to music

February 18, 2026 at 8:39 a.m.

Since first performing at 18 with his brother, he knew he’d be a musician.

Roshida Dowe rides a camel accompanied by several participants of the ExodUS Summit.

Whether it’s a mini-sabbatical or an adult gap year, more people are taking extended work breaks

February 18, 2026 at 1:24 p.m.

Extended career breaks go by many names and take many forms.

Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov in the TV show "Heated Rivalry."

Love ‘Heated Rivalry’? 7 more hockey romance books to check out

February 18, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.

There are plenty of books beyond the “Game Changers” series to explore.

Sous chef Frank Bonilla cooks House Famous Kung Pao Firecracker chicken at China Live in San Francisco, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Chinese American restaurants question why Chinese cuisine can’t get the chef’s table treatment

February 18, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.

Upscale Chinese American restaurants have garnered buzz in recent years.

The Carmel Bach Festival will explore "the nature of sound” in this year's edition. (Randy Tunnell Photography)

Barbara Rose Shuler, Intermezzo: Carmel Bach Season 2026 set to go

By Barbara Rose Shuler

February 18, 2026 at 6:37 a.m.

“Our theme invites us to listen more deeply, not only to music, but to the...

Neko Case plays the Golden State Theatre on March 5. (Courtesy photo)

Beth Peerless, Where it’s at: A unique pairing at Wave Street

By Beth Peerless

February 18, 2026 at 5:44 a.m.

One of the best Americana acoustic guitar accompanists together with the soulful free flowing, emotional...

Molly Ringwald attends the Project ALS 25th Anniversary Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on Oct. 26, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Horoscopes Feb. 18, 2026: Molly Ringwald, don’t pigeonhole yourself

February 18, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

Will (voiced by Caleb McLaughlin) is a young sports fan with big dreams in "GOAT."

Review: ‘GOAT’ does everything right as an inspirational sports movie

By Randy Myers

February 18, 2026 at 5:13 a.m.

Produced by Stephen Curry. the animated film is about overcoming obstacles to achieve your dreams.

A detail of Milan's Duomo cathedral is pictured at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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The restored 15th-century Duomo statue is now on public display in Milan.

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Michael Pietsch talks about working on David Foster Wallace's huge book.

This image released by Voracious shows a recipe for tomato bason sticky rice, from the cookbook “The Chinese Way” by Betty Liu. (Betty Liu/Voracious via AP)

This sticky rice recipe riffs on a dim sum classic for Lunar New Year or any time

February 17, 2026 at 8:13 a.m.

The recipe includes ingredients like bacon, shiitake mushrooms, scallions and fennel seeds.

Green Day performs to open Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group)

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February 17, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.

The Quiraing hike on the Isle of Skye provides some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland. (Patricia Nickell/TNS)

A sentimental journey to Scotland

February 16, 2026 at 10:52 a.m.

In fantasy, the Misty Isle is a world apart.

In this skillet dinner, spiced sausage, tender broccolini spears and piquant cheese join forces with the tomatoes for a midwinter pasta dish. (Photo by Lynda Balslev for TasteFood)

A pasta dish to bring those winter tomatoes back to life

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February 16, 2026 at 6:59 a.m.

With a bit of slow cooking, impossibly pert, shiny grape tomatoes relax and soften, releasing...

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 27: The Weeknd performs on stage at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)

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February 16, 2026 at 3:01 a.m.

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“Snow Falling on Cedars” author David Guterson returns with a new novel, “Evelyn in Transit.” (Courtesy of W.W. Norton & Co.)

Why David Guterson was waiting his whole life to write ‘Evelyn in Transit’

By Stuart Miller

February 15, 2026 at 12:51 p.m.

Best known for 'Snow Falling on Cedars,' the author's latest novel pulls from real-life experience.

Mid: Dwarf Mexican marigold (Tagetes lemmonii x patula ‘Gold Medal’). This shrub-like perennial grows to 2 feet tall with aromatic, dissected, medium green foliage and lightly fragrant,
gold-yellow daisy flowers that bloom heaviest from fall through late spring, and can stay in
bloom much longer. This plant is a hybrid of Mexican marigold (T. lemmonii), which can reach 6 feet tall, and the 12-inch-high French marigold (T. patula). (Credit — Jim Evans via
Wikimedia Commons)

Tom Karwin, On Gardening: Focusing on long-blooming perennials

By Tom Karwin

February 15, 2026 at 10:53 a.m.

"Compared with annuals, perennials offer long-term beauty, require minimal maintenance and provide a foundational landscape...

Scoobz, left, and Amber Riley attend Janelle Monáe’s Halloween party Wondaween: Vampire Beach on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Studio City, Calif. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP)

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