How writer George Plimpton went undercover as a Detroit Lions quarterback in 1963 and created the sports journalism classic 'Paper...
PG&E donates $1 million to local food banks across Northern and Central California—equivalent to about 3 million meals—supporting 38 food banks serving 47 counties.
In the 1970s, Lynwood, CA, dreamed of a downtown mall anchored by Montgomery Ward. Decades later, the empty lots told a story of ambition, delay, and...
A fresh look at It’s a Wonderful Life through the film’s darkest detour—Pottersville—and why its greed, corruption, and desensitization to cruelty feels uncomfortably familiar in America...
How dense are America’s biggest cities? A clear breakdown of population density in Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago—city limits vs metro areas—and why it...
From “AI slop” to “rage bait” and “parasocial,” 2025’s words of the year reflect growing distrust in online life—where manipulation, misinformation, and fake relationships thrive.
A nostalgic look at Now and Later candy, its history, bold flavors, and why cherry remains a childhood favorite for generations.
As a small dog owner, I learned the hard way why rawhide chews are risky — especially for aggressive chewers like my Jack Russell–Chihuahua mix, Luna....
Historian Joan Taylor explores the harsh political reality behind the nativity—Herod’s rule, Roman power, revolt, and displacement—revealing the real world Jesus was born into.
Discover why Virginia, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky officially call themselves commonwealths, what it means, and the historical ideals behind the term.
