You may not realize that the U.S. is filled with hidden, mysterious caves. Several are part of the national or state parks, and they’re worth …
In the dark corners of the internet hides a playlist of some of the most torturous, addictive music known to man. That’s right, Spotify, Sound…
Elinor Lipman's latest novel, "Rachel to the Rescue," might not stand the test of time, but for this particular time, it's hilarious.
In his 2017 debut novel, “American War,” Omar El Akkad spotlighted Middle East humanitarian crises by reimagining them on U.S. soil. Perhaps, …
By Tribune News Service
TOKYO — Olympics opening ceremonies generally focus on going big. They love to use grandeur and pomp and big visuals — fireworks, acrobatics, …
PITTSBURGH — It’s funny how things work out. Don Cella always thought he would be a developer like his father, but his hobby ended up being hi…
Netflix’s new reality series “Sexy Beasts” asks singles to find romance while wearing fantastical, highly detailed prosthetics. When the trail…
Twenty-two years after he covered a memorable crime as a reporter for the Tampa Tribune, Ace Atkins uses it as the chassis for his latest nove…
“100 Foot Wave,” which began July 18 on HBO and will continue for another five weekly episodes, is (mostly) the vividly told, highly engaging …
It’s still not a return to normalcy, but Comic-Con@Home is back one year after the COVID-19 pandemic first scuttled San Diego’s annual pop cul…
TOKYO — The athletes of the Tokyo Olympics were greeted by a few familiar notes Friday night.
During the past year, I turned to a daily cocktail (or two) to help get through the pandemic.
Amid mounting demand for recognition and compensation among internet content creators, YouTube has introduced a new feature that will allow us…
NBC and its affiliate cable networks and streaming channels will air more than 7,000 hours of Olympic coverage out of Japan, some live, some t…
The Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen brotherhood of man mission continues.
San Diego fans of the Rolling Stones won't be getting any satisfaction here if they want to see the legendary band perform live this year on i…
Ten years ago, these were the TV comedies nominated for an Emmy: “Modern Family” (which won), “30 Rock,” “The Office,” “Parks and Recreation,”…
A “Gift Map” featuring assorted images, from a humpback whale to a set of salt and pepper shakers, greets you when you open this book.
The new Mark Wahlberg-starring drama “Joe Bell,” directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, is based on a true story that took place in 2013, when a l…
ORLANDO — Walt Disney World has announced its holiday lineup for 2021. The list includes themed fireworks but not Candlelight Processional, an…
WASHINGTON — The Kennedy Center Honors will return in December with a class that includes Motown Records creator Berry Gordy, “Saturday Night…
LOS ANGELES — Days before Disneyland’s July 17, 1955, opening celebration, TV viewers glimpsed the park and its attractions via a special epis…
Black Crowes fans will be happy to know that during the pandemic shutdown, Chris and Rich Robinson weren’t feuding and they weren’t just sitti…
MINNEAPOLIS — Fruit, flowers, herbs — nothing says summer more than the bounty from farmers markets or our own gardens. Those fresh ingredient…
VENICE — Old Betsy, the 1926 LaFrance that was Venice’s first fire engine, got a makeover Friday in order to be ready for her busy season.
Ever wanted to clock a manspreader? Punch an entitled misogynist? Wallop a rude server? It’s not polite to admit, especially for women, but to…
Look closely at this beautiful prom dress, worn by its designer Larissa Leon (a 17-year-old student in Sunnyside, Yakima County) and inspired …