Author: Christine Samra

Magic Johnson talks power of music, possible Dodgers three-peat

The name Earvin “Magic” Johnson is synonymous with excellence. He now has 18 championship rings, thanks to the Los Angeles Dodgers winning another World Series. Johnson is part-owner of the Major League Baseball franchise; however, basketball fans know five of those are from when he played during the “Showtime Era” Read More

Longtime Hollywood performance venue to close next year, reopen on Sunset Blvd. in 2027

A prominent Hollywood music venue is closing early next year, though the owners indicate they plan to return in a new location in 2027. The Hotel Café is ending its 25-year run at 1623 N. Cahuenga Blvd. in early 2026, the venue announced on Instagram. TimeOut noted that while no Read More

Laguna Beach Aims to Be Nation’s Most Ocean-Friendly City

Tourists flock to Laguna Beach for its charming neighborhoods, vibrant art scene, sweeping canyons, and picturesque coastline. And the city’s residents have a long history of conservation efforts to show they don’t take any of it for granted, either. On October 22, Visit Laguna Beach welcomed guests to an evening Read More

PHOTOS: Marina and Beckman prepared for final regular season football game

Marina Coach Charlie TeGantvoort leads the Vikings on to the field for warmups prior to Friday night’s matchup against Beckman at Northrup Field. (PHOTOS: Fernando M. Donado, For OC Sports Zone). Marina and Beckman football teams wrapped up regular season play Friday night at Tustin High School. Both teams were Read More

Jonathan Bailey named People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2025

Something has changed for “Wicked” star Jonathan Bailey, something is not the same — he is People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2025. The magazine’s pick was announced Monday night on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Bailey takes the mantle from “The Office” and “Jack Ryan” star John Krasinski, who was the 2024 selection. Read More

Biocon Biologics And Civica Team Up To Boost U.S. Supply Of Affordable Insulin

Biocon Biologics Ltd. and pharmaceutical nonprofit Civica, Inc. are expanding their partnership to bring a new private-label version of Insulin Glargine to the U.S. market, aiming to improve access to affordable insulin for millions of Americans living with diabetes. Under the new multi-year agreement, Biocon Biologics will manufacture and supply Read More

Diane Ladd, Oscar-nominated actress and mother of Laura Dern, dies at 89

Oscar-nominated actress Diane Ladd, who appeared in such films as “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” and “Chinatown,” has died at the age of 89. Ladd’s daughter Laura Dern confirmed her mother’s passing in a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter and the Los Angeles Times. Diane Ladd speaks at the Read More