What’s Popping Up? Cherry Blossom and Tamale Festivals

The inaugural Cherry Blossom Festival in partnership with the Dreamers Market takes place on Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28, at 2nd and PCH in Long Beach.  Step into a world of Japanese-inspired treasures, artisanal delights and unique finds from local vendors. Entertainment includes special character meet-and-greets, cultural performances and plenty of treats. Guests …

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When Should A Child Start Getting A Shower Alone?

When should you let your child start getting a shower alone?   When can they be trusted to wash well enough to do it alone? We have some real world advice from real world parents on how to make sure your child is old enough to safely and competently shower by themselves. Is your child old enough …

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Top 5 Hill Stations That Are Accessible Via Flights

The cult favourite Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani has made us all well-versed about this hill station. (Image: Shutterstock) From perfect comforting weather to picturesque views, a trip to hilly terrain is definitely an escape from scorching heat. With the sun shining bright above and visible tan marks on almost every familiar face, an escape to …

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Pre-Ozempic Obesity Drugs: Effective and Budget-Friendly

April 26, 2024 – Before there was Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, there were cost-friendly, safe, and effective weight loss drugs. FDA-approved obesity medication like orlistat (brand name: Xenical), phentermine/topiramate (Qsymia), and naltrexone/bupropion extended release (Contrave) have been on the market for decades. “Some older obesity medications go all the way back to the ’50s and ’60s – …

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Is Disney’s ‘Descendants’ New Era in the Works? What We Know

Ever since the third (and what was assumed to be the final) Descendants movie premiered on Disney Channel in August 2019, fans have wanted more from their favorite Villain Kids (VKs). Now, it’s official: Disney is gearing up for a spinoff called Descendants: The Rise of Red. According to a May 2022 press release, Descendants: The Rise …

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London-Based Pret A Manger Makes An Organic Splash In Los Angeles

Pret A Manger and Dallas Holdings Limited will soon open two new shops in L.A., in Westwood and Studio City on Ventura Boulevard, marking a full-court press expansion into Southern California as part of a wider plan to bring a network of the organic grab-and-go shops to Century City, Hollywood and Beverly Hills over the …

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