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Christmas time is the best time to indulge in a nice hot beverage and a good book. In this quick guide, I’ll give you the best drink and book pairings. By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer Peppermint Mocha If your go-to holiday beverage is a peppermint mocha, you’re classic, sweet, and always festive. You should…
In this heartfelt episode of Soundtrack To My Life, host Chris “Bulldog” Collins sits down with the multi-talented Billy Mann — a singer/songwriter, record producer, creative executive, and entrepreneur — for an intimate conversation about the music that shaped his journey. Billy opens up about the impact of Purple Rain by Prince and the Revolution,…
What was once the place to be for sweet deals on secondhand finds is now a wasteland of overpriced Shein items with inflated shipping prices. So, what happened to Depop? By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer The Beginning Launched in 2011, Depop is a second-hand shopping platform where sellers list their items and buyers browse. Clothing, accessories, and…
There’s been a good deal of doom and gloom in the news about the supposed “collapse” of the American educational system, much of it more than justified. But it’s time to disrupt that catastrophizing narrative by presenting some hopeful developments right here in our home city of Los Angeles. Bad news first: the United States…
The second half of Wicked, Wicked: For Good, is coming out in theaters on November 21st. Here is a list of the best brand collabs that Wicked has done in anticipation of the new movie. And look out! These will be gone quicker than you can say “flying monkey!” By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer…
Do you hear that? Christmas is back at Starbucks! Here’s your guide to the new and returning drinks, as well as some customized options. Bundle up, sit down, and savor that first sip of your favorite holiday beverage, available starting November 6th. By Jayne Turner – Staff Member Sugar Cookie Available as a hot or iced latte,…
A science-backed review of my favorite skincare products this year. Though I have normal skin and hormonal acne, these products are all great for all skin types. Keep reading to learn about how to reduce texture, fade scarring, and get the glowiest skin of your life. By Jayne Turner – Staff Writer Hypochlorous Acid What used to…
Online courses can be daunting. How do I keep track of the due dates? How do I make time for my assignments? How do I motivate myself to do my work? Here are some tips from an “expert” who got her degree fully online. By Jayne Turner – Staff Member Stay Organized Get a Planner: A planner will help you organize…
Regina and Rodrick. Jack Frost and Elsa. Dean Winchester and Sherlock. Cross-fandom shipping is SO back. What started as an idea has transformed into edits, art, and fan fiction. Some commenters say it’s a “recession indicator,” while others say nature is healing. Either way, we’re living for it. Jayne Turner – Staff Writer What is Cross Fandom…