Kaylie Smith, the bestselling author behind the fantasy series Wicked Games, is a newly minted San Diego local set to release the second book in the series, Enchantra, on April 8. Her debut novel, Phantasma, became a viral sensation late last year.Published in September 2024, Phantasma currently boa

I just wanted clear skin, a face that looked like glass or a donut or whatever people are calling smooth, unblemished complexions nowadays. I didn’t expect it to kind of ruin my life.I’d struggled with breakouts since middle school. One thing that didn’t plague me, though? Stomach problems. I could

It wasn’t long after President Donald Trump was elected when Rebecca Fielding-Miller, an epidemiologist at UC San Diego, knew that she would be feeling the impacts of his election firsthand.Fielding-Miller explains that the system used to review grants hinges on meetings in which a group of scientis

I recently started taking beginner dance classes. Sure, I can shake it convincingly with friends at the club or a wedding reception after a few Champagnes, but choreo? My brain breaks and I forget how to count to four, Bambi-legged on wobbling character shoes.It’s cringe, I know it, I feel it. But d

Modern house design emerged in the mid-20th century, revolutionizing architecture with its clean lines, open spaces, and functional layouts. Rooted in simplicity and practicality, it continues to shape contemporary homes, blending effortlessly with evolving trends.Modern Architecture In South Africa

Tiny house kits provide a fast and efficient way to build a compact home, with options ranging from basic frames to complete interior and exterior packages. Ideal for DIY enthusiasts, these kits vary in design, foundation requirements, and price—starting as low as $2,900 and reaching over $60,000. W

This weekend in San Diego brings compelling art exhibitions, decadent dinners, and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Though the holiday doesn’t officially arrive until Monday, partying will start Saturday with the San Diego Leprechaun Run, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival, and ShamROCK. Word to

The city of San Marcos, nestled along Highway 78 between Escondido and Vista, has an agricultural heritage dating back to the 1850s centered around wine, honey, poultry and dairy production. While San Marcos still has remnants of those roots (such as the family-run Hollandia Dairy), it has now evolv

“I don’t sleep,” admits southeast San Diego native Joann Mamuyac. It’s the only explanation for how she maintains her objectively bonkers schedule: She and her partner, Brittani Lusain, are both professional tackle football players with the San Diego Rebellion, our local franchise of the Women’s Nat

Mission Hills may be only a few miles from downtown San Diego, but it’s nearer to nature than often meets the eye. Matthew and April Segal and their children Oliver and Eleanor got up close with wildlife when they made their move north from Little Italy to their new concrete-and-glass home, designed

Every year, when winter swells bring San Diego’s best waves to their fullest potential, local surfers flood the lineups of popular spots like Black’s and Swami’s. But some of the heaviest and most dangerous surf lies further south, off the coast of Imperial Beach. The area’s crown jewel, Tijuana Slo

A reader recently reached out to tell me that a few weekends ago, she went to Joshua Tree National Park for a weekend of hiking and camping. This was after the news that the federal government was cutting funding to national parks, and that Joshua Tree would lay off six employees, leaving its job va

Star Trek was right—according to San Diego–based aerospace manufacturer Natilus, a more sustainable aircraft looks like something straight out of sci-fi.CEO Aleksey Matyushev co-founded Natilus in 2016 with his longtime friend Anatoly Star after the two noticed inefficiencies with airfreight cargos.

Moving into a new house is like buying a new car. Lots of anticipation and excitement. Occasional small or large disappointments. All the planning, oversight, and detailed decision-making can’t overcome the human factor. People make mistakes and you should be prepared for construction defects and pr

In the 2010s, pickleball started to emerge as a new way for people to enjoy racquet sports without the physical demands of other such activities like tennis or racquetball. Compared to tennis, it offered a slower pace, smaller courts, and even had simpler rules. During the pandemic, pickleball picke

If San Marcos–born company Plantible has its way, the story of food’s future will begin with two friends who met as kids in the Netherlands. Tony Martens Fekini was in agricultural commodity trading. Maurits van de Ven was an investment banker—but they wanted more. Could they start a company togethe

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, San Diego ranks among the nation’s top 15 fittest big cities. While we appreciate the qualitative proof, one only has to peek outside any given window in the city to see a swath of San Diegans jogging, biking, dog-walking, or taking to the seas w

San Diego FC’s first-ever home game, and the energy around it, mimicked Hirving “Chucky” Lozano’s left hamstring: A solid start, with a less-than-ideal finish.In the parking lots around Snapdragon Stadium, fans arrived as early as five hours before kickoff. Walking past rows of cars sounded like the

I ask Xander Schauffele if one of his goals this year is winning the Masters. In 2019, he finished second by a stroke to Tiger Woods. In 2021, Schauffele faltered late in the final round and had to settle for third. Could 2025 be the year he breaks through at golf’s most prestigious tournament? But

The 116th Anniversary Charity Ball transformed the Hotel del Coronado into a garden of generosity, uniting San Diego’s philanthropic leaders for an evening of glamour and purpose. Benefiting Rady Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), the black-tie affair featured a formal dinne