Food
A light carrot cake filled with the spices of the season serves to honor an LGBTQ+ activist.
Hollywood Inc.
Netflix is hosting its first major live boxing match on Friday with Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, part of its efforts to expand into live content, which also include hosting Christmas NFL games.
California
As someone who has read most of Davis’ work and knew him personally, I can say that his writings were cris de coeur more than lamentations. He was less Jeremiah and more John the Baptist, preparing the way for who would ultimately save L.A.: Us.
Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee, who represented the East Bay in Congress for over two decades, announced plans to run for mayor of Oakland in a special election.
Angels
Los Angeles Angels oft-injured star Mike Trout is moving from center to right field in hopes of better preserving his health this season.
Music
Killer Mike is suing a private security firm, alleging false arrest, assault and battery stemming from his arrest at last year’s Grammy Awards.
Movies
The director’s latest misanthropic drama, following such films as “Bleak Moments” and “Naked,” is a puckeringly sour delight, socked over by Marianne Jean-Baptiste.
World & Nation
Demonstrators gathered in cities across the U.S. to protest the Trump administration’s early actions, along with Elon Musk and Project 2025.
Lifestyle