In October 1908, 68-year-old French Impressionist painter Claude Monet arrived in Venice with his second wife Alice. It was his first and only time in the city, but the experience left an unforgettable impression. The city’s stunning canals and ornate architecture have inspired more than 100 works of art. More than 20 of Monet’s Venice … Read more
4 minute read As cyclists, we know that riding a bike is good for the mind, body, and soul. We know this not only because the science says so, but also because we can see how much riding can improve your physical and mental health. But let’s dig a little deeper into what research shows … Read more
Jacqueline Benard and her husband, Kenji Umeda, moved to Phoenix in the mid-1970s. They met several years ago while studying sculpture in Carrara, Italy. The Valley became the home of their family and creative life until Umeda’s death in 2019. Benard always knew there was a chapter in Umeda’s life even before they met, particularly … Read more
YYou are at the grocery store and looking for a sweet snack. But these days, Chocolate Corner promises more than that. Mental clarity, a stronger immune system, PMS relief, and even sexual stamina are all achieved in some squares. Chocolate isn’t the only snack that can be reinvented as a wellness product. Supermarket shelves are … Read more
More than two months after the Justice Department released its latest set of files on the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, prosecutors have not filed new charges based on the documents, even as federal lawmakers on both sides of the aisle continue to demand accountability. More than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims … Read more
This week’s Career Roundup, curated from the Archinect job board, highlights 11 Los Angeles area architecture and design firms looking for early career professionals. If you’re a recent graduate or still new to the workforce, be sure to read Archinect’s “Tips for New Graduates Navigating Architecture Employment” feature. Walker Workshop is looking for Associate designer/architect … Read more
Surprising symptoms of lung diseaseJose Carlos Cerdeno Martinez – Getty Images If seemingly normal symptoms like acid reflux, shortness of breath, or a persistent cough keep coming and going, it might just be because you had a stressful dinner of spicy Indian food with your in-laws while you were recovering from the flu. But doctors … Read more
“We’re seeing a shift to more expensive prescription drugs, a shift to more expensive imaging modalities, and a shift to more expensive treatment settings for routine screening colonoscopies,” Auerbach said. “We’ve been reporting on rising rates of caesarean sections in low-risk births, and finally, some very expensive surgeries are increasing rapidly.” The average cost for … Read more
Monroe County, Michigan – Health officials have confirmed measles cases in Monroe County and are warning residents about possible measles exposure in multiple locations. The Monroe County Health Department announced the measles case in a news release Thursday, April 2, 2026. “This case is a reminder of how easily measles spreads among people without immunity,” … Read more
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