As a lifelong Californian, I’ve seen my fair share of wildfire seasons, but in recent years, the scale has been cataclysmic. Over the past few…
Findings from a global analysis in Nature Medicine have found that sugary drink consumption is responsible for millions of new diabetes and heart…
There’s something magical about wildlife photography—the way it brings the untamed beauty of nature right to our fingertips. Ayush Singh has…
This new California law builds on the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent rule targeting “junk fees,” taking a step further to protect…
I’ve written previously about the Body Mass Index, or BMI, a measurement system healthcare providers use to assess risk for health conditions…
Image caption: Christie, 6, John, 3, and Paul Wilson, 8, from top, perform for photographer George Brich during playtime at Van Nuys-Sherman…
In a democracy, we all have the privilege of choosing our path forward. Wealthy or not, each of us can choose between two opposite pathways. I…
In 1919, it was discovered that Vitamin D cured rickets, a childhood bone disease that stunted growth and caused various orthopedic issues. In…
As someone who appreciates the power of photography to reveal the unseen, I find trail cameras fascinating. These devices are like nature’s hidden…
Image caption: Unusual photo by Valley Times TODAY photographer George Brich shows Polytechnic High School's brilliant gymnast Chuck Casey doing…
This week, I had an experience that reminded me that life can alter in the blink of an eye, and each day brings things to feel grateful for…
Cheers to the architect who designed this. Amazing and fun too!
I don't know who she/he is or even where this masterpiece is located. I've…
Question: Should I install a motion sensor sprinkler to deter intruders from coming into my backyard?
A few years may have passed since Corey Patrick’s story captured hearts nationwide, but its impact remains just as powerful. The Alabama teenager…
For years, the negative impacts of bullying weren’t given much thought and were perceived by some as a normal part of childhood. Fortunately, some…
Image article summary: A child's face speaks the universal wonderment of Christmas. It tells a story of unquestioned love and peace. The…
The World Happiness Report, a publication ranking countries’ happiness levels, has released its annual findings, and the US is heading in the…
We all get ourselves into messes sometimes. It’s just part of life, plain and simple. But the difference between a man and a boy is how you handle…
No DNA test required on these two.
I know what it’s like to feel completely overwhelmed. You’re juggling work deadlines, trying to keep up with the house repairs that never end,…
At a news conference announcing the indictment of Luigi Mangione, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch displayed outrage at those cheering the CEO’s…
Keep your hands warm with these brown, black, and beige patterned knit gloves; will fit a woman with small to medium sized hands.
Image caption: Twin sisters Nina and Tina and other children surround Santa Claus as he gets ready to hand out gifts. The event is an annual…
A Bizarro replay that's spot on.
Will this duo master the challenge of self control?…
The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Pierre Portolano’s beautiful nature photos feel like a breath of fresh air. His…
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Question: (blindfolded)
Image caption: Burbank couples load American gifts for needy Mexican children. Jack and Margaret, left, and Jim and Pat get ready for trip…
This is a sweet story, and you'll never guess the ending. I'll bet you'll be surprised…
A Biden administration program known as “Cancer Moonshot” is an initiative working toward the elimination of all cancers. A step toward reaching…
Cute little firehouse dog Christmas ornament. Vintage design, R.F.D. America by Lowell Davis.
Note your thoughts and feelings when they arise. Pay attention to those that make you look for a distraction, such as overeating, overspending,…
Arnold is known as the greatest bodybuilder and Hollywood action star ever, a California governor, and a spokesperson for the Special Olympics,…
Sometimes, people ask me, "What's a liberator? What does that really mean?" The short video below is one way to answer this question.
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I didn't roll with laughter, but this story sure touched my heart and lifted my spirits.
Captain Gregory Rice has been serving overseas…
Image caption: Tarzana Business and Professional Women's Club and the Egremont Mothers Club are combining forces on an 'Operation Christmas…
“A Member of the Audience” is a passage from the book, Stake Your Claim: Exploring the Gold Mine Within, written in the early 1950s by New Thought…
It's amusing and touching—and very sweet!…
It’s Sunday. If you’re not in church but would still like to listen to an inspiring sermon, grab your cuppa, settle in, and listen to this one. It…
Nothing is more heartwarming and uplifting than seeing an animal having fun doing a very human thing. Watch these elephants figure out how to use…
With the recent spread of E. Coli from onions on McDonald's burgers and the bird flu virus in raw milk, it's vitally important to know which foods…
Question: Should I accept a dear friend's party invite when there are attendees who irritate me?
This year’s holiday season feels heavier than usual. The election was devastating for me—not because of who won, but because I feel common decency…
Image caption: The camera of Valley Times TODAY photographer George Brich captured this group of shoppers and spectators in a Valley…
My 12 year-old nephew, Daniel, is an exemplary student, known among teachers and staff at his elementary school for his compassion and empathy…
So much truth in such a few words.
Fun with animals just being themselves…
It started with an appliance delivery that resulted in a dropped dishwasher which I sent back. I’d spent hours on the phone with the big-box…
I've recently become more interested in chemical-free and sustainably manufactured personal care, household, and clothing products. Tom's of Maine…
I can’t lie—seeing Alex Jones taken down felt like justice finally being served. For years, he spread harmful lies and made money by hurting…
Everyone's waiting for the bride. See what happens—so adorable!…
Image caption: Mama Jayne with Mariska surrounded by, from left, Jayne Marie, Mickey Jr., Mickey Sr. and Zoltan.
As I, George Brich,…
Dr. Jeremey London is a cardiovascular surgeon who sees plenty of damaged hearts and clogged arteries on his operating table. In this article from…
Sumatra, one of Indonesia's most pristine rainforests, is home to the endangered Sumatran tiger, a subspecies that continues to survive in the…
This election was a gut punch. I had high hopes for a different result, and when it didn’t go the way I’d wanted, it left me feeling angry,…
Just like humans, critters take a time out of their daily activities to have some relaxation and fun. These beautiful photos caught them when they…
Image caption: She is Mrs. Betty Felbinger, Panorama City, who won a drawing at Hughes Market, 14620 Parthenia St., Panorama City, for a…
I've been so annoyed when trying to opt out of a free trial offer or cancel a subscription or membership. Having to go through multiple steps and…
Since the election, I've been seriously tongue-tied, laying low. It's taking me some time to wrap my brain around the national situation.
I was amused and moved by the beauty and sweetness of these beautiful creatures. Another example of Mother Nature's magnificence, joy, and love…
I have a fondness for Edmund Burke, the British statesman and philosopher who said things like “Those who don’t know history are destined to…
Patience and precision led this artist to create the impossible. I'm still scratching my head trying to figure out how it was achieved.
"You should not be afraid of someone who has a library and reads many books; you should fear someone who has only one book; and he considers it…
Image caption: Artist Tamara Lysloff paints Byzantine-style icons at St. Innocent Eastern Orthodox Church as Father Sergei Glagolev looks on…
After seeing this work of art and its Turkish proverb, I understand a bit more. Maybe it will help others understand a bit more about millions of…
If you’re finding it difficult to feel any calm before Tuesday’s electoral storm, it may be helpful to reflect on what truly matters most to us…
Flashback to 1962—The "Monster Mash" single was number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart from October 20–27 just before Halloween…
A friend of mine recently suffered complications from a surgical procedure and was kept in the hospital for 6 weeks. Her condition was touch-and-…
Image caption: Tin Woodman John Polick winches with pain as his mother tightens the string holding his tin funnel cap.
Historical…
Butterflies remind me of my childhood summers playing games with my friends and imaginary foes. For photographer Andreas Kolossa, butterflies…
Great news, unless you're a tobacco farmer or work for a tobacco company—the rate of teen smoking in the US has dropped to the lowest levels in 25…
This fun article was in my newsfeed this morning. I love reading about the latest art making its way into the world, especially art that is unique…
What?! Adversity? Our teacher? No way.
While it feels like a contraction, adversity is very much our teacher. Think about this ... what…
Decades ago, after receiving my bachelor’s degree in fine arts, I wrote a screenplay that centered on the cold war between the Soviet Union and…
