• From Pomona to Oakland, how a skater mapped California block by block from his board

    José Vadi’s “Chipped: Writing From a Skateboarder’s Lens” is, literally, a collection of essays. But it’s also a map of Vadi’s personal California. From Pomona, where he was raised, to the Bay Area, where he lived until recently, “Chipped” charts the state’s urban spaces as seen from the back of a board, a network of routes traced block by block by block. Vadi’s vision of the neighborhoods is granular. “Off I went down Broadway and towards the bike lanes connecting Rockridge with neighboring...

  • How to make your intranet a destination

    It doesn’t have to just be a place with holiday announcements and workplace policies. A company’s intranet doesn’t need to be an afterthought. Sure, it’s a place where HR can put announcements about upcoming days off and post documents that outline company policies. But your intranet doesn’t need to be a snoozefest of paperwork — […]

  • Sherborne: A Journey Through Time

    Nestled in the heart of Dorset, England, Sherborne is a town steeped in history, culture, and charm. From its ancient Saxon origins to its medieval prosperity and beyond, Sherborne’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and community. This article aims to explore the rich tapestry of Sherborne’s past, tracing its evolution from a humble Saxon […]

  • When to Study With ‘Blocked Practice’ (and When Not to)

    When you’re studying for a class, I typically recommend distributed practice for maximum retention, but there are times when blocked practice, its opposite, can be helpful.

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    Protesters block I-880 in Oakland

    (KRON) – A pro-Palestine protest is reportedly blocking all northbound Interstate 880 at Fifth Avenue in Oakland, according to the California Highway Patrol. Seven protesters are locked to si

  • In the dark about my eclipse destination on Monday

    The Man Who Pays His Way: Last-minute decisions can be worthwhile – let’s see if this one proves so, to witness the closest the universe gets to magic

  • Block Party, Ep. 12

    Photographed April 2 on the block bounded by Georgia and Illinois avenues NW and Ingraham and Jefferson streets NW.

  • Make blocking traffic a federal crime

    Across the country Monday, thousands of United States citizens were detained against their will by criminal protesters. In Seattle and Chicago, travelers were blocked from entering the airport. In New York City, the Brooklyn Bridge was shut down. In Philadelphia, all of Center City came to a standstill. In San Francisco, commuters on the Golden […]

  • ‘A Journey in Confusion’ unveils domestic abuse

    By Progress ChayaSTAFF [email protected] RISING authors Rumbi Chen and Sherlyn Chigiji Chimuto recently launched their new book-A Journey in Confusion- which contains To access this post, you must purchase a subscription. Please click the button below to visit our subscriptions page to select a package. Subscriptions

  • How to Watch Pornhub Even If It's Blocked In Your State

    For various reasons, adult sites like Pornhub aren't available in all states—though with one of the best VPNs you can still log on to the web from anywhere.

  • Dutch News destinations: Zoom on down, or up, to Zierikzee

    Zierikzee is charming provincial town on the former island of Schouwen-Duiveland in Zeeland, less than an hour’s drive south of Rotterdam. With a population of just 11,000, Zierikzee is still largely confined within the original town walls, which makes it the perfect place to explore during a weekend getaway – as long as you avoid the high season. Like much of Zeeland, it gets very busy when the sun comes out. The town dates from 1248, making it older than

  • Sophia the Traveler journeys to Switch today

    What a trip!