Los Angeles in the Movies

Los Angeles in the Movies

The enduring writer's strike has certainly put Hollywood movies on hold—so it is a good time to look at what the city and movies have in common. This is, to be clear, the shortlist, for this list could go on and on, but we take a brief look at some of our favorites—...

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Planning a California Road Trip Adventure

Planning a California Road Trip Adventure

  With near-endless sunshine, world-class theme parks and abundant outdoor experiences, California is an ideal destination to embark on an unforgettable adventure. To make it easy for travelers to plan their trips, the 2023 California Road Trips guide includes 13...

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Lake Tahoe Sojourn

Lake Tahoe Sojourn

In the Sierra Nevada Mountains lies the third-deepest lake in America and the 10th-deepest in the world, Lake Tahoe. It is a glistening gemstone in the wilderness filled with clear water and alpine trees. This is a lake that is claimed by both Californai and Neveda,...

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Oh Mona!

Oh Mona!

Left to right: Pesce Crudo, Spaghetti alle Vongole, Caesar Salad, Casarecce. Below: Calamari Fritti; Devin in the new digs; a view of the restaurant; Executive Chef Freylin Morales Salazar"A rare gem that feels like Ettore Sottsass meets Taylor Swift on a date night...

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Healthy Skin Throughout Pregnancy

Healthy Skin Throughout Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a miraculous experience as you bring another life into the world. At the same time, it causes a huge transformation in your body — including your skin. Learning how to care for your skin during pregnancy will help you feel happier and healthier. Why Does...

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Male Edition: The Art of Men’s Style

Male Edition: The Art of Men’s Style

As the age of photography enters into the  new era of AI, Fahey/Klein takes a look back at some of the most iconic images of men of style with a new group exhibit this week. If you have never been to opening night at Fahey/Klein, drag out the finery and get ready to...

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The Catalog that Changed Culture

The Catalog that Changed Culture

Once upon a time where was a catalog that appeared in public in 1974. The catalog was unlike the Sears catalog or anything else as it had as its focus, men. It is true that 1973 saw the launch of Playgirl magazine, but this was a catalog about fashion, style and sex appeal. And it changed culture. It is likely that the International Male catalog spurred the onslaught of gay men to gyms across American in the late 70s. It helped redefine the notion of masculinity featuring ruggedly handsome models parading on oceanfronts across the world. And it was free.

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Your Health Questions Answered

Your Health Questions Answered

In our Ask the Experts ongoing series, we reached out to Dr. Nazarian who is a primary care physician in Beverly Hills who practices internal medicine and primary care. The office is recognized as one of the top medical practices in the Greater Los Angeles area. Is...

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Sojourns

Sojourns

As summer approaches we begin to ask...what will travel be like this summer?   An estimated 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend, a 7% increase over 2022, according to a new forecast released by AAA on Monday....

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Fragrance-Free Skincare?

Fragrance-Free Skincare?

Fragrances are in almost everything, including your skincare. Even if you opt for unscented items, that doesn't necessarily mean they're without scents. Does that mean you need to opt out of nice-smelling products? The answer may vary depending on how sensitive your...

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Keith Haring at the Broad

Keith Haring at the Broad

  Don't miss this opportunity to view Keith Haring: Art Is for Everybody - a must-see, first-ever museum exhibitionin Los Angeles of Keith Haring's expansive body of work. The show is presented at The Broad, a contemporary art museum in Downtown Los Angeles that...

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Checking-In: Graham Moore, Commercial Artist

Checking-In: Graham Moore, Commercial Artist

This is the first in a series of profiles about people who live and work in the SoCal area. We tap into the vast range of professions and endeavor to explore method and outcomes. We start with Graham Moore, a graphic artist born in Somerset, England, living in Los...

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When Hollywood Ran Scared

When Hollywood Ran Scared

Explore the history and impact of the Hollywood Red Scare and its contemporary implications for civil liberties, propaganda, and shifting definitions of American patriotism. In October 1947, the House Un-American Activities Committee called on Hollywood figures to...

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The View from Here

The View from Here

  The view is one from the eyes of a crane operator—high above the construction of the new LACMA new building, bridging the North & South campuses over Wilshire Blvd , construction well underway.” A job not for all, but the views are spectacular.

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