The Police Have an Arson Suspect in Custody for the Deadly Palisades Fire

The aftermath of Pacific Palisades fire burned out neighborhood and smoky haze in the air

High winds and years of drought didn’t help, but the cause of the deadly fire that ravaged the Pacific Palisades community, causing the deaths of 12 people and millions of dollars in damage wasn’t an accident, and it wasn’t a result of neglect or dereliction of duty by Los Angeles county or the state of […]

Vestiaire Collective is First Resale Platform to launch Carbon Credits from Circular Fashion

Smart phone with Vestiaire Collective shopping site open in front of computer screen with the site open

In an interesting business move, Vestiaire Collective is turning the climate benefit of buying secondhand into carbon credits. The second-hand retailer will begin selling carbon credits this October, the company announced last week, in what it claims is the first initiative of its kind in the fashion industry. The credits, certified by French partner Inuk, […]

Meta’s Ray-Ban Display Smart Glasses are Proving Hard to Get

Meta Ray Ban Smart Glasses on display in Meta store

Eager to try Meta’s new Ray-Ban Display augmented-reality glasses? Better hope you live near the limited number of stores that have them in stock. As PCMag reports, Meta only started selling these $799 smart glasses last week, each equipped with a computer, camera, and microphone, plus a tiny display embedded in the right lens. But it’s not following […]

Sephora and Rare Beauty’s “Make A Rare Impact” Join Forces for the Third Year in Honor of World Mental Health Day

Selena Gomez at Critic's Choice Awards

Sephora and Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez have announced the return of their joint “Make A Rare Impact” campaign in recognition of World Mental Health Day, to raise awareness and mobilize efforts in support of mental health. According to the press release, this year’s campaign will see Sephora donate 100%* of new Rare Beauty fine fragrance […]

Which Fall/Winter Vegetables should you be planting right now (and in the next two months)?

Mother and daughter planting and watering new garden

The days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air. And according to the Family Handyman, that means it is time to plant winter-season veggies. Check out your plant hardiness zone before you get started. And those of you who live in cold climates need to start planting right away. Of course, gardeners in warmer climates have a […]

October 9th is International Beer and Pizza Day!

Glass of beer next to a pizza pie

International Beer and Pizza Day, or simply Beer and Pizza Day, is an official food holiday that was founded by Beer & Pizza superfan Nick Saulino in 2016. Celebrated each year on October 9th during what is, probably not coincidentally National Pizza Month as well as Oktoberfest, International Beer and Pizza Day pays homage to […]

Star-Power Amplified: The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to Feature A-List Presenters and Performers

The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is shaping up to be as much a spectacle as an honor for the artists entering the hallowed ranks. Scheduled for November 8 in Los Angeles, the event will showcase a parade of high-profile presenters and musical performances alongside the formal inductions. Among the confirmed […]

Gene Simmons Faints Behind Wheel, Crashes Into Parked Car — Rocker Reports “All Is Well”

Rock legend Gene Simmons found himself in the headlines this week after reportedly losing consciousness while driving and crashing into a parked vehicle in Malibu, California. According to reports, Simmons was behind the wheel of a Lincoln Navigator on the Pacific Coast Highway when the incident occurred, veering across lanes before colliding with a stationary […]

Dolly Parton Fires Back at Health Rumors: “I Ain’t Dead Yet”

Dolly Parton recently put swirling health speculations to rest in a candid video published on her social media. At age 79, the country legend reassured fans that she’s “not dying” and jokingly declared, “I ain’t dead yet.” The message came shortly after her sister, Freida Parton, requested prayers in an online post, which many interpreted […]

LeBron’s “Second Decision” Stunt Revealed as Luxe Marketing Move

LeBron James holding his arms up on basketball court at Paris Olympics

LeBron James stirred the sports world with cryptic teases about his “Second Decision” — a nod to his 2010 televised move to Miami. Fans braced for retirement news or a blockbuster trade announcement. Instead, it all turned out to be an elaborate advertisement. The reveal came via a video clip in which James declares, “This […]