A-Town Magazine
A guide to choosing mums for the fall garden — beyond the classic cushion
September marks the beginning of the great summer-to-fall garden transition and, although most summer plants still have life left in them, many gardeners are turning their attention to the iconic chrysanthemum. The majority of mums sold in pre-planted containers at the garden center are typical “cushion” mums. I wouldn’t garden without them, but there are […]
Aaron Sorkin hits refresh on Facebook in ‘The Social Reckoning’ — Fall Movie Preview
NEW YORK | When Aaron Sorkin made 2010’s “The Social Network,” he had heard of Facebook, he said at the time, “the way I’ve heard of a carburetor.” Sixteen years later, he has a much deeper idea of what Mark Zuckerberg’s social media empire has become. “Back then, Facebook was a way to keep in […]
Judge says Smucker’s lawsuit against Trader Joe’s over frozen PB&J can proceed
A federal judge has ruled that J.M. Smucker can proceed with a lawsuit against Trader Joe’s over frozen sandwiches that Smucker claims are too similar to its Uncrustables. Smucker sued Trader Joe’s in federal court in Ohio last fall, claiming Trader Joe’s committed a trademark violation when it introduced frozen peanut butter and jelly sandwiches […]
Metropolitan Museum of Art cancels planned Met Gala exhibit on fashion designer John Galliano
NEW YORK | The Metropolitan Museum of Art is canceling its planned exhibit honoring British designer John Galliano, which had led to severe backlash in the Jewish community and beyond because of the designer’s past antisemitic and racist statements. The museum said Monday that the exhibit, which had been planned as the May 2027 spring […]
How international supermarkets can break up a dinner rut without costing a fortune
BOISE, Idaho | When kitchen burnout hits, figuring out what to make for dinner every day can feel like an impossible task. Eating out or relying on convenience foods are increasingly difficult solutions for many American families, who are facing the biggest jump in grocery prices in a half century. It can also be healthier […]
Scientists investigate if a herpes virus is behind the mass deaths of sardines off South Africa
JOHANNESBURG | Scientists in South Africa are investigating why masses of sardines have washed up dead or dying along parts of the country’s west and south coast — and if a herpes virus detected in the fish is responsible. The mass mortality of sardines this month has so far stumped the country’s Department of Forestry, […]
Celine Dion is back in Paris, but her first song remains ‘a big secret’
PARIS | Celine Dion blew kisses and made a love-heart shape with her hands as she swept into Paris on Friday for her first series of concerts since revealing her diagnosis with stiff-person syndrome. Fans yelling “We’re so happy to see you” and “We love you” crowded with journalists outside a Paris hotel as the […]
Tom Cruise announces a follow-up film to ‘Days of Thunder’ to hit theaters in 2028
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. | Tom Cruise stood up from his chair in front of 40 race-car drivers, jumped over a row of potted plants and directly onto a stage. It was his first of many stunts to come at Daytona International Speedway. The 64-year-old Cruise announced Saturday he will reprise his role as NASCAR driver […]
Olivia Rodrigo’s festival is uniting women and girls behind nonprofits promoting their well-being
Evoking the same do-it-yourself pop-rock feminism of her ’90s musical influences, Olivia Rodrigo raised $20 million for women’s well-being with a benefit show that activated her young audience. Daisy Chain Fields united a women-led lineup boasting queer pop star Chappell Roan, breakout rapper Doechii and riot grrrl pioneers Bikini Kill behind issues of women’s health, […]
What to Stream: ‘Mandalorian & Grogu,’ Alix Earle reality series, Ellie Goulding’s ‘I Know Too Much’
The “Mandalorian & Grogu” and a new album from Ellie Goulding are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time this week, as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists: “Scary Movie,” the new season of “Chad Powers” and a […]