Lifestyle

Listening to the Body’s Intelligence: Inside The Body of Change
By: Marisa Collins In a culture that often prioritizes mindset over embodiment, The Body of Change: Using Your Body to Heal, Love, and Empower Yourself offers a

California Traffic Ticket Fees Add Hidden Costs Beyond Violations
In California, traffic ticket fees often extend well beyond the base fine, with additional surcharges adding hundreds of dollars to the cost. For instance, a $100 fine

Andrea Bellato: A New Approach for Patients Who’ve Tried Everything Else
In the journey of chronic pain, there is often a point many patients reach—a point where hope begins to fade. After being passed from specialist to specialist,

Healing Power of Nature: Ecotherapy in California’s Wilderness
Ecotherapy benefits for mental health and physical wellbeing in California The modern approach to health is increasingly looking toward the natural world to find effective ways of

Guide to California’s Seasonal Produce
California is known for its diverse agricultural landscape, which supports the production of a wide range of fruits, vegetables, and other crops. The state’s climate, with its

California State Parks Announce Free Admission on MLK Day
California State Parks will open more than 200 parks to the public with free vehicle day-use entry on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 19, 2026. This

California Flu Cases Surge as Officials Warn of Strong Virus Strain
California health officials are reporting a significant increase in flu cases this winter, with hospitals across the state seeing a sharp rise in admissions. Pediatric and elderly

How Painting and Arts & Crafts Inspire Relaxation and Meaningful Handmade Gifts
Creative expression provides more than just a way to pass the time; it nurtures the mind, soothes the spirit, and promotes deeper connections. Whether through painting, crafting,

Shoppers, Renters, and Restaurants Brace for New California Laws
Starting in 2026, California laws will introduce a significant wave of changes that will reshape how residents shop, dine, and rent. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed several

Holy Miracles Temple Commemorates Amitabha Buddha’s Birthday with a Grand Dharma Assembly in Pasadena
To honor the Holy Birthday of Amitabha Buddha, the Buddha of the Western Paradise of Ultimate Bliss, four Buddhist organizations — the World Buddhism Association Headquarters (WBAH),
RaDoTech: A New Approach to Personal Health Tracking Heads to CES 2026 in Las Vegas
As CES 2026 approaches this January in Las Vegas, one category continues to capture the spotlight and draw increasing attention from both consumers and industry professionals alike:

James Arnett’s The Monmouth Manifesto: Exploring the Loyalist Perspective in Historical Fiction
James Arnett’s historical fiction explores the American Revolution through the lens of Loyalists, the colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown during the conflict. The Monmouth

California State Fair Moves to Fall Starting In 2027
In 2027, the California State Fair will make a historic move from its long-standing summer schedule to a new fall timeframe. For decades, the fair has been

Northern California Abalone Harvest Ban Extended Amid Ecological Strain
The California Fish and Game Commission has decided to extend the ban on recreational red abalone harvesting in Northern California until 2036. This marks the longest closure

Silicosis Now Reportable as Cases Rise in California
Silicosis California is now officially in the spotlight as the state takes a step toward better disease tracking and worker protection. The tiny, respirable silica particles released

California Shoppers Face Strict Plastic Bag Ban at Checkout
California’s Plastic Bag Ban is evolving. As the state prepares for its strictest phase yet, starting January 1, 2026, only recycled paper bags will be allowed at

California EV Drivers Warned of $490 Carpool Lane Penalties
Starting December 1, 2025, California will implement a significant change for electric vehicle (EV) drivers. The long-standing Clean Air Vehicle Decal Program, which allowed single-occupant EVs to

Donelle “Phyzic” Smith: Crafting Sound That Shapes Culture
When Donelle Smith, better known in the music world as Phyzic, first stepped into a Los Angeles recording studio as an intern in 2018, he wasn’t just

Harry Kappen’s “The Longing” — A Heart Laid Bare, A Mind in Motion
By: Barb Wallace There are songs that entertain. Some songs distract. And then, every so often, there are songs that sit quietly beside you, take your hand,

Sacramento Moves to End Comic Ban, Kids Gain New Reading Choices
The repeal of Sacramento’s comic ban has captured attention as it targets a law that dates back to 1949. This ordinance, which restricted the sale of comic

Apple Black Friday 2025: Score Gift Cards Worth Up to $250
Apple’s highly anticipated Black Friday event for 2025 has officially kicked off, offering customers a chance to score Apple Gift Cards worth up to $250 with select