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Baltimore Scene by Sloane: The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore’s ‘Sex at the Zoo’
The shindig raised about $18,000 for The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.

‘Adopt a Statue’ program for Milan’s iconic Duomo restores centuries-old marbles
The restored 15th-century Duomo statue is now on public display in Milan.

‘Infinite Jest’ at 30: Why its editor says it’s ‘more valuable than ever’
Michael Pietsch talks about working on David Foster Wallace's huge book.

Elkridge cheesesteak restaurant to open Owings Mills location
A popular Elkridge cheesesteak spot is planning to expand to Baltimore County.

This sticky rice recipe riffs on a dim sum classic for Lunar New Year or any time
The recipe includes ingredients like bacon, shiitake mushrooms, scallions and fennel seeds.

Warner Bros reopens takeover talks with Paramount after receiving a waiver from Netflix
Warner Bros. Discovery has until Monday to negotiate a possible transaction with Paramount Skydance.

Gisèle Pelicot’s memoir launches in 22 languages, turning horror into hope for survivors
Pelicot recounted her story of survival in the book and in her first interviews since...

Today in History: February 17, 2026
On this day in history: a daily look at the events, milestones and people that...

Your Daily Astrology: Feb. 17, 2026
Daily horoscope insights for all zodiac signs, offering guidance on love, work, mood and what...

Daily Horoscope for February 17, 2026
Fresh possibilities could appear before us at this time. With the radiant Sun joining the...

Al Pacino, Jamie Lee Curtis and others pay tribute to Robert Duvall, who died at age 95
The Oscar-winning actor died Sunday at age 95.

FOX45: J. Cole announces ‘The Fall-Off Tour’ with stop in Baltimore this summer
J. Cole is launching a 50-plus date global arena tour for his new album, “The...

Soaring coffee prices rewrite some Americans’ daily routines
Government data shows coffee prices were up nearly 20% in December from a year earlier.

Starvin Marvin pizzeria to remain open in Frederick after sale ‘fell through’
After announcing its plan to close in late November, a nearly 40-year-old pizzeria and sandwich...

Vatican expands visitor experience at St. Peter’s Basilica to mark 400th anniversary
Among the initiatives is a new online reservation system.

With shuttering of Kennedy Center, large-scale opera returns to Maryland
Thanks to the yearlong turmoil roiling the John K. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts,...

Anthony’s Italian Restaurant announces upcoming Pasadena reopening
After two years of closure, a Pasadena Italian restaurant will soon reopen its doors.

British cocktail bar and taproom to open in Fells Point
An all-day tavern serving British bar fare and signature cocktails is coming to a Fells...

Your Daily Astrology: Feb. 16, 2026
Daily horoscope insights for all zodiac signs, offering guidance on love, work, mood and what...

Today in History: February 16, 2026
On this day in history: a daily look at the events, milestones and people that...

Today in History: February 15, 2026
On this day in history: a daily look at the events, milestones and people that...

Daily Horoscope for February 16, 2026
Keeping an open mind could be crucial today. When the energetic Sun clashes with unpredictable...

Powered by women, ‘Wuthering Heights’ digs up $34.8 million at the box office for a No. 1 debut
By LINDSEY BAHR Emerald Fennell’s bold reimagining of “Wuthering Heights” brought crowds of women to...

Recipes: Make these dishes for a delicious and healthy Ramadan
Many of the foods used to break the fast are seasoned with tahini.

Your Daily Astrology: Feb. 15, 2026
Daily horoscope insights for all zodiac signs, offering guidance on love, work, mood and what...

Daily Horoscope for February 15, 2026
A fresh, wide view could be hard to handle today. With the emotional Moon entering...

News shows
ABC’s “This Week” — Guests include Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky. Sunday, 10 a.m., WMAR (Channel...

Get into national parks free on Feb. 16 — but there’s a catch
Parks will be free to enter for U.S. legal residents only.

Recipe: Make these delicious S’Mores Brownies for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate brownies are baked on a graham cracker crust and then topped with miniature marshmallows.

Your Daily Astrology: Feb. 14, 2026
Daily horoscope insights for all zodiac signs, offering guidance on love, work, mood and what...

Today in History: February 14, 2026
On Feb. 14, 2018, a former student opened fire with a semiautomatic rifle at Marjory...

Daily Horoscope for February 14, 2026
Patience plus curiosity could turn bumps into learning today. Early on, the anxious Capricorn Moon...

New Alex. Brown & Sons tenant, vegan eatery shutters: 5 Baltimore-area restaurant openings, closures
Several Baltimore City and County restaurants have announced their upcoming openings or closures. Here the...

After 800 episodes, ‘The Simpsons’ creators look back — and ahead
The people behind it say the show lasts because it always resets.

Why Valentine’s roses wilt — and how scientists are trying to stop it
Ethylene is a natural plant hormone that speeds up aging in cut flowers.

‘Money bouquets’ rival traditional flowers as coveted tokens of love for Valentine’s Day in Zimbabwe
Practicality and symbolism are now outweighing tradition for many.

Emma’s Tea Spot to relocate to Beverly Hills after building sale
After nine years in Hamilton Hills, a British tea parlor Emma's Tea Spot will soon...

Environmental Nutrition: Try plantains!
By Lori Zanteson, Environmental Nutrition Plantains look like bananas but are bigger, with a neutral...

9 romance novel recommendations to spice up your Valentine’s Day
Booksellers from In Bloom Bookery and Meet Cute romance bookshops recommend some romantic reads.

Gretchen’s table: Make cheesy broccoli chicken bake like you remember
Most of us who grew up in the 1970s and '80s can recall certain staple...

3 soups that will take the chill off — and be ready in 30 minutes or less
When the temperature dips and dinner needs to happen fast — or a bowl of...

7 ‘Wuthering Heights’ movie changes that will surprise fans of the book
LOS ANGELES — In its opening credits, Oscar-winning director Emerald Fennell's "Wuthering Heights" self-identifies as...

Garden Q&A: Why do suckers grow on my trees?
The growths you describe are suckers, which are new stems produced from the root system...

Sarah Hepola: Ali Larter on her feisty ‘Landman’ role: ‘She was shocking to people’
DALLAS — “I don’t wear this in real life,” says Ali Larter, draping a glamorous...

Valentine’s Day: Restaurant industry couples reflect on personal and professional partnerships
In Maryland's expansive restaurant industry, some business partners also happen to be life partners. The...

15 years of ‘Friday’: Looking back at Rebecca Black’s 2011 viral music video
Released on Feb. 10, 2011, the music video picked up a few thousand views over...

Maryland oyster industry reflects on low demand, challenging season
Maryland’s oyster industry is facing one of its toughest seasons in decades, with declining harvests...

Explore ‘Titanic’: New immersive experience puts you in a lifeboat for firsthand view of history
Learn about the ship with 3D views, video animations, life-sized reconstructions and narrative storytelling.

Record cold has fireplaces working overtime. Should those ashes be put to use in the garden?
Wood ashes from burned untreated wood can benefit your plants — but with caveats.

What to Stream: Emma Thompson, Jennifer Garner, ‘The Night Agent,’ Dove Cameron and Hilary Duff
By The Associated Press The Emma Thompson-led thriller “Dead of Winter” and Hilary Duff’s first...

FOX45: Baltimore spent $500K on Artscape talent without approvals, IG says
Baltimore’s Office of the Inspector General found the city exceeded the approved budget for Artscape...

Today in History: February 13, 2026
On this day in history: a daily look at the events, milestones and people that...

Underground fire aftermath still hurting business downtown: ‘We’ve had to leave Charles Street to make money’
More than a year after an underground fire shut down part of Charles Street near...

Your Daily Astrology: Feb. 13, 2026
Daily horoscope insights for all zodiac signs, offering guidance on love, work, mood and what...

One Tech Tip: All you need to know about the iPhone’s Lockdown Mode
Apple's Lockdown Mode is gaining attention after it blocked U.S. federal authorities from accessing a...

Get the love part right: It’s about knowing each other, sacrifice and sticking around on bad days
Sometimes, as the songs go, love stinks, love bites and love hurts.

Daily Horoscope for February 13, 2026
Making a fresh start might require some thought now. With structured Saturn entering impulsive Aries...

2 Chainz, Mýa to headline 2026 CIAA tournament lineup
The CIAA men’s and women’s basketball tournament, a major economic driver for Baltimore, will return...

Katie Holmes, Busy Philipps, Sarah Michelle Gellar pay tribute to James Van Der Beek
Stars across Hollywood flooded social media with tributes and memories of beloved “Dawson Creek” star...

‘Love Story’ revisits JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette. It’s stirred some backlash
By ALICIA RANCILIO With just a single photo released from their wedding day, much of...

Jennifer Hudson to produce Broadway’s first ‘Dreamgirls’ revival in 39 years
Jennifer Hudson will return to “Dreamgirls,” this time as a producer, for Broadway’s fall revival...

Glenn Whipp: Delroy Lindo’s ‘Sinners’ monologue was almost cut. Then he pulled Ryan Coogler aside
LOS ANGELES — Six months and 16 Oscar nominations ago, Delroy Lindo hopped on a...

New Harford liquor license rules might impact Brookside Market, John Brown Butchery
Harford County is weighing liquor license changes that could impact new eateries coming to downtown...

Review: With distinctly British humor, ‘Can You Keep a Secret?’ makes light of insurance fraud
In 2002, a former math and science teacher and prison guard named John Darwin paddled...

Jill Zarin, fired from ‘RHONY’ reunion show over Bad Bunny rant, defends herself: ‘I’m human’
LOS ANGELES — Former "Real Housewives of New York" star Jill Zarin has been fired...

A Philly studio has a documentary about comedian Bob Saget’s life in the works
PHILADELPHIA — Old City-based 9.14 Pictures is working on an untitled documentary about comedian Bob...

Television Q&A: Is ‘Best Medicine’ just a misdiagnosed ‘Doc Martin’?
You have questions. I have some answers. Q: I have a question about the “Doc...

HGTV star Nicole Curtis apologizes after video shows her using n-word
DETROIT — Michigan native and HGTV star Nicole Curtis has apologized after video of her...

Baltimore-themed valentines: Show your love for them — and Charm City
Download shareable Baltimore-themed valentine greetings inspired by the Orioles, Ravens, Inner Harbor, salt boxes, crabs,...

Eastern Shore painter Patrick Henry hits 60-year milestone with new exhibit planned
Eastern Shore painter Patrick Henry is marking 60 years as an artist with a new...

Tame Impala to play Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena
Tame Impala will bring its psychedelic, electronic beats to Baltimore this July.

Rapper J. Cole surprises DMV fans, receives invitation from Gov. Moore
J. Cole drew large crowds at Howard University while promoting his new album and invited...

Finding adventure, friendship on a women-only trip in Vietnam
A glimpse into the lives of local women adds a special element to female-only trips.

Q&A: Roxy Music’s Phil Manzanera shares stories from the Cuban Revolution to stardom
Manzanera discusses his recent memoir, “Revolución to Roxy.”

Recipe: Make this Beef, Mushroom and Carrot Stir-Fry for Lunar New Year
Flank steak is generally the best cut for beef stir-fry, but top sirloin and round...

Your Daily Astrology: Feb. 12, 2026
Daily horoscope insights for all zodiac signs, offering guidance on love, work, mood and what...

Today in History: February 12, 2026
On this day in history: a daily look at the events, milestones and people that...

Recipes: Turkey isn’t just for holiday feasts anymore
Turkey breast halves can be the star of delicious entrees such as Butter-Roasted Turkey Breast.

Daily Horoscope for February 12, 2026
Progress might require a roundabout path at present. As the emotional Moon enters practical Capricorn,...

Ask the Builder: DIY wood preservatives
There’ s a very good chance you own something made of wood that’ s exposed...

Design Recipes: Kitchen trends
This is shaping up as a “back to basics” year for kitchen trends. While technology...

Ask Angi: How should I budget for home projects?
Budgeting is one of the most important skills a homeowner can have. Planning ahead and...

Rick Steves’ Europe: Sweden beyond Stockholm: Exploring glass country
By Rick Steves You can blame my Norwegian heritage, but I’m not so hot on...

Her adult autistic son was kicked off a cruise ship. Now this mom is on a mission to better awareness
While preparing her four sons to take a dream family vacation in the Caribbean last...

The Kid Whisperer: How to get your kid to be nice even when she’s disappointed
Dear Kid Whisperer, My daughter is 12. She has always been a whiner. More accurately,...

Ex-etiquette: Getting to the truth
Q: My child comes home from her other parent's house with stories that sound absolutely...

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections
By ADRIANA MORGA NEW YORK (AP) — It’s been a confusing time for people with...

Art Institute of Chicago acquires Norman Rockwell’s ‘The Dugout,’ his famous painting of the Cubs
Norman Rockwell’s “The Dugout,” a classic portrait of slumped Cubs, dejected Cubs, defeated Cubs, a...

Wasserman fallout, explained: Musicians speak out after talent agency’s CEO named in Epstein files
PHILADELPHIA — A growing number of musicians — including most recently Chappell Roan — are...

Bernini and the pope who promoted him celebrated as Vatican marks 400 years of St. Peter’s Basilica
A new exhibition in Rome is celebrating one of the most important patron-artist relationships in...

Elizabeth Wellington: There is no Black Philadelphia history without Patti LaBelle
PHILADELPHIA — On a bitterly cold afternoon last month, Patti LaBelle walks gingerly down Mother...

New Christian artists push genre boundaries with rap, Afrobeats and R&B
By CHARLOTTE KRAMON A new wave of artists is transcending traditional notions of Christian music,...

Movie Review: A deeply affecting day with dad, amid Nigerian unrest, in ‘My Father’s Shadow’
By LINDSEY BAHR Two young boys spend a day with their oft absent father in...

Bad Bunny streams skyrocketed after the Super Bowl, up 175% in the U.S.
By MARIA SHERMAN NEW YORK (AP) — The legacy of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime...

Movie review: LA heist film ‘Crime 101’ an unsubtle nod to ‘Heat’
It’s nearly impossible to resist Michael Mann’s 1995 epic crime saga “Heat” — especially for...

‘Wuthering Heights’ is a bold, filthy fantasy — but these moors need more erotic heat
Turn-ons of Emerald Fennell's "Wuthering Heights" include raw eggs, rainstorms, dog collars, horse bridles, paper...

Glen Powell to produce new ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ TV series, film
FORT WORTH, Texas — One of the most well-known Texas movies is being turned into...

TV Tinsel: John Michael Finley’s journey brings him back to role in ‘I Can Only Imagine 2’
When he was entering the seventh grade, actor-singer John Michael Finley was positive he was...

Movie Review: In ‘Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die,’ a man from the future fights an AI apocalypse
By JAKE COYLE In Gore Verbinski’s absurdist AI sci-fi satire “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t...

Movie Review: Stephen Curry’s animated basketball movie ‘GOAT’ is a disappointing air ball
By MARK KENNEDY You’d expect an animated basketball movie with four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry...