Category: Top Stories

Controversial podcast host Joe Rogan signs a new deal with Spotify for up to a reported $250 million

NEW YORK (AP) — Spotify has penned a new multi-year partnership deal with controversial podcast host Joe Rogan, whose enormously popular show will soon also be available on competing platforms, including YouTube and Apple Podcasts. Spotify announced the renewed partnership in a post on the company’s corporate blog Friday. Under Read More

Woodbridge avenges loss to top-seeded Sage Hill and captures PCL championship

Woodbridge players and coaches celebrate after winning the league title Friday night. (Photo: Tim Burt, OC Sports Zone). Woodbridge High School’s boys basketball team survived a possible game-tying three pointer by Sage Hill Friday night in the final seconds of the biggest game of the season. The shot fell off Read More

Northwood bounces back from semifinal loss with win to earn CIF automatic playoff berth

Northwood Coach Christian Manalo congratulates his players after a strong first half. (Photo: Tim Burt, OC Sports Zone). Northwood High School’s boys basketball team bounced back from a rough second half Thursday night in a loss to Woodbridge and defeated Beckman 66-55 Friday night in the Pacific Coast League tournament Read More

Irvine boys basketball team defeats Portola and earns coveted CIF playoff berth

Irvine players and coaches celebrate after Friday’s win over Portola. (Photo: Tim Burt, OC Sports Zone). Irvine High School’s boys basketball team clinched fourth place and a trip to the CIF Division 4 playoffs Friday night defeating Portola 71-51 at the Pacific Coast League post-season tournament. Irvine players and coaches Read More

A Hidden Gem

Yoga classes led by Geo and Katresha Moskios are part of The Pearl Laguna’s health-focused program. Nestled in Laguna Canyon, The Pearl Laguna offers wellness retreats that will leave you feeling rested, restored and better than ever. By Ashley Ryan Whenever a new year rolls around, we find ourselves making Read More

Plant Power

The Beyond Burger with a plant-based patty, sprouts, avocado and house-made ketchup at Lumberyard Alternative “meatlike” proteins and vegetable-based entrees continue to push the limits. By Sharon Stello Since Beyond Burger and Impossible Burger leaped onto the food scene with their plant-based patties in 2016, the alternative meat market has Read More