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'Chonkers,' the massive sea lion, is drawing crowds at San Francisco pier

'Chonkers,' the massive sea lion, is drawing crowds at San Francisco pier

  • Summer Lin Los Angeles Times

It's a sight to behold — the 1-ton sea lion peeking his head out of the water and triggering a panic as other sea lions get out of the way.

College grads can double their odds of finding a job by doing this

College grads can double their odds of finding a job by doing this

  • Medora Lee USA Today

It's true, work does beget work, according to a survey by job site ZipRecruiter.

Escrow shortages surge, another sign of the housing crisis

Escrow shortages surge, another sign of the housing crisis

  • ANDREA RIQUIER USA Today

Even as the vast majority of Americans continue to opt for fixed-rate mortgages, the ancillary costs of ownership fluctuate, mainly upward.

$2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

$2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

  • USA Today Network

“This project supports the City’s broader recovery efforts and reflects our commitment to rebuilding Biltmore Village in close partnership with the community."

How to allergy-proof your home for spring

How to allergy-proof your home for spring

  • Katelyn Squiers BHG.com

Spring brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, but for allergy sufferers, it also marks the return of sneezing fits and itchy eyes.

Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Here's a look at what's ahead for the summer movie season.

Bay Area-born Free Comic Book Day marks 25 years of heroes and villains

Bay Area-born Free Comic Book Day marks 25 years of heroes and villains

  • Jim Harrington, The Mercury News

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Joe Field has a lot of thoughts about Free Comic Book Day turning 25 years old in 2026. Yet, one word sums up his feeling perhaps better than any other: “Gratitude!” says Field, the founder and originator of Free Comic Book Day, which was first held in 2002. “So much goes …

Bay Area-born Free Comic Book Day marks 25 years of heroes and villains

Bay Area-born Free Comic Book Day marks 25 years of heroes and villains

    SAN JOSE, Calif. — Joe Field has a lot of thoughts about Free Comic Book Day turning 25 years old in 2026. Yet, one word sums up his feeling perhaps better than any other: “Gratitude!” says Field, the founder and originator of Free Comic Book Day, which was first held in 2002. “So much goes into making Free Comic Book Day a success — from comics retailers, publishers and distributors all ...

    ‘Looking glass of sorts’ now marks western end of NC’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail

    ‘Looking glass of sorts’ now marks western end of NC’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail

      There’s a monument at the western end of the trail, atop Kuwohi peak in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 

      "Chonkers" San Francisco's Giant Sea Lion at his best!

      "Chonkers" San Francisco's Giant Sea Lion at his best!

        This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

        This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

          Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, April 25, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powered by Circana BookScan © 2026 Circana. (Reprinted from Publishers Weekly, published by PWxyz LLC. © 2026, PWxyz LLC.) HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Yesteryear: A Novel" by Caro Claire Burke (Knopf) Last week: 3 2. ...

          This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

            Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, April 25, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powered by Circana BookScan © 2026 Circana. (Reprinted from Publishers Weekly, published by PWxyz LLC. © 2026, PWxyz LLC.) HARDCOVER FICTION 1. Yesteryear. Caro Claire Burke. Knopf 2. Purple State. Dana Perino. ...

            Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

            Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

              "Key moments in the singer’s life are absent, but that’s to be expected considering family members produced the film," Bruce Miller writes in his review of the biopic "Michael."

              Taking the kids: Camping

              Taking the kids: Camping

                Ready to get unplugged on vacation? A lot of us want to. That’s why camping and RVing is proving so popular, according to the new Kampgrounds of America 2026 Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report.

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                Movies & Television

                Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

                Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

                Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

                Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

                Summer blockbuster movie season is here. These are films to watch | Streamed & Screened

                Summer blockbuster movie season is here. These are films to watch | Streamed & Screened

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                For 'Running Point,' Kate Hudson draws inspiration from mom to lead the team

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