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October 17, 2024October 17, 2024

Nobel Prize celebrates significant achievements in physiology or medicine, physics, chemistry, literature, peace, and economics

From October 7 to 14, the world was introduced to the 2024 Nobel Prize laureates, recognized for their groundbreaking contributions to humanity—outstanding research and revolutionary discoveries. Each year, the Nobel…

How three women are advocating for economic equity

October 16, 2024January 6, 2025

When first looking at the phrase “equity and inclusion in business,” one may draw the conclusion that they are synonymous, but the terms have clear-cut differences in the world of…

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California Museum’s 11th annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta honors important figures with art

October 16, 2024January 6, 2025

The California Museum hosted its 11th annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 12 to unveil its new exhibit “Arte de Inspiración: Día de los Muertos 2024.” The…

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WEUSI builds campus unity and community at Sacramento State

October 15, 2024January 6, 2025

Darting around Sacramento State’s Union Serna Plaza, Ajamu Lamumba moved swiftly to help the next band set up on stage. He spent the afternoon of the third annual WEUSI music…

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A Real Breakthrough in Space Exploration: What You Need to Know About SpaceX’s Latest Launch

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024

What is Starship

Elon Musk’s company has, for the first time in history, managed to return a rocket booster to its launch pad. In all previous tests, Starship either crashed or returned differently…

The rich cultural history of Sacramento’s Chicano murals

October 12, 2024January 18, 2025

From the lasting legacy of the Royal Chicano Air Force murals to more recent works honoring powerful women, Chicano murals in Sacramento serve as powerful expressions of cultural identity that celebrate the…

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Columbus Day: 10 Amazing Facts About the Explorer

October 12, 2024October 12, 2024

Columbus continued to cross the Atlantic

Columbus Day in the United States is an annual celebration dedicated to the historic arrival of Christopher Columbus in America. Since 1971, when Columbus Day became an official federal holiday,…

‘What the Constitution Means to Me’ at B Street Theatre inspires, provokes and engages

October 11, 2024January 18, 2025

“What the Constitution Means to Me” at Sacramento’s B Street Theatre is an electrifying exploration of personal history and political discourse, brought to vivid life by the actress Elisabeth Nunziato. …

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Deadly TikTok Trend: The Dangers of the Chroming Challenge and What Parents Need to Know

October 10, 2024November 2, 2024

Chroming involves inhaling dangerous chemicals (inhalants) like nail polish remover

In recent years, social media has given rise to many trends that captivate teenagers around the world. While many of these trends are harmless and fun, some raise serious concerns…

Adults forge friendships while playing D&D at There and Back Cafe

October 10, 2024January 6, 2025

People filter into There and Back Cafe after a long day of work and are greeted with noise as soon as they open the door. There’s the typical clink of…

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Sacramento Public Library’s music program brings the community together

October 10, 2024January 6, 2025

On a stormy Tuesday winter night, the Tsakopoulos Library Galleria filled with people who braved rain and wind to attend the inaugural performance of the Sacramento Public Library’s music series….

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Vocalist Majel Connery performs in Sacramento as a call to action for environmental activism on October 11

October 9, 2024January 18, 2025

Vocalist and composer Majel Connery will perform her latest environmental composition, “Elderflora,” on Friday, Oct. 11 in Sacramento. Blending classical music with modern technology, she tells the story of a…

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10 Most Nutritious Foods for Your Health

October 8, 2024October 8, 2024

We will tell you about the 10 most nutritious foods that are worth adding to your menu

Despite California’s mild climate, autumn still brings changes: days get shorter, the air cooler, and the risk of seasonal illnesses rises. Proper nutrition at this time of year is not…

Spooky season: 10 Chilling Activities in California in October 2024

October 5, 2024October 5, 2024

As October arrives, California transforms into a paradise for Halloween enthusiasts and thrill-seekers

As October arrives, California transforms into a paradise for Halloween enthusiasts and thrill-seekers. From night tours to eerie ghost adventures, the state offers numerous spine-chilling experiences to satisfy your craving…

New mural honors Sacramento’s railroad legacy

October 4, 2024January 5, 2025

Kevin Hecteman, Sacramento Southern Railroad conductor and California State Railroad Museum marketing and communications manager, traded in his conductor cap for a paintbrush on Sunday, Sept. 15 as one of…

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ARTober: Spirited traditions, seasonal fun and otherworldly exhibits

October 4, 2024January 18, 2025

Welcome to October in Sacramento! Along with crisp mornings, sunny afternoons and streets filled with amber leaves, Sacramento brings a host of chilling and thrilling arts and cultural events to…

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Oak Park’s Black Film Festival to highlight Black culture and uplift community

October 3, 2024January 5, 2025

Embracing vulnerability. Grief. Community healing. Musical icons. These are just some of the themes viewers can engage with at the upcoming third annual Oak Park Black Film Festival. The festival…

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8 Sacramento events to experience in October

October 3, 2024January 18, 2025

October is crawling with killer events throughout Sacramento. Vampires return for Shannon McCabe’s 16th Annual Vampire Ball, where elegance meets dark fantasy in “A Night in Versailles,” complete with burlesque…

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Cuenta-cuentos de Sacramento ilumina la experiencia de los inmigrantes a través de la poesía y el cine

October 3, 2024January 18, 2025

La poesía y las películas de Jorge Quintana, oriundo de Sacramento de 28 años, centran su experiencia como inmigrante indocumentado, fusionada con la filosofía personal del artista sobre la muerte,…

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Sacramento storyteller highlights the immigrant experience through poetry, film

October 3, 2024January 18, 2025

Jorge Quintana’s poetry and films are centered on the 28-year-old Sacramento native’s experience as an undocumented immigrant, fused with the artist’s personal philosophy about death, love and the human experience….

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How to Avoid Joining the List of Overdose Victims

October 3, 2024October 3, 2024

The mission of NEW LIFE is to fight drug addiction

The emergence of new synthetic opioids and the record-scale market for other substances have exacerbated the drug problem worldwide. These are the findings of the 2024 World Drug Report published…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

Narcissism: A Trendy Diagnosis or a Real Problem?

October 2, 2024October 2, 2024

In recent years, the term “narcissism” has become so popular that it can be heard literally everywhere

In recent years, the term “narcissism” has become so popular that it can be heard literally everywhere, from casual conversations to serious psychological discussions. People have started labeling anyone perceived…

Sacramento theaters bring spooky, political and heartfelt productions to the stage this October

October 2, 2024January 18, 2025

Let’s do the “Time Warp” again! In the spirit of the spooky season, Green Valley Theatre Company is staging their annual rendition of “The Rocky Horror Show” — this time…

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Jorge Quintana: The Sacramento storyteller who illuminates the immigrant experience with poetry and film

October 1, 2024January 7, 2025

The Sacramento-based poet and filmmaker explores themes of identity, love, and death in his poetry-and-film art work, revealing the struggles and dreams of the immigrant diaspora. The poetry and films…

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CrockerCon turns 10 with comic artists, fans, cosplay and creative celebrations

September 30, 2024January 5, 2025

CrockerCon

The Crocker Art Museum celebrated all things comics, cartoons and pop culture at its 10th iteration of CrockerCon on Sept. 12. The event featured panel talks with cartoonist Keith Knight…

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Radium Girls is the devastating, true tale of working women left to suffer from radium exposure

September 30, 2024January 18, 2025

Imagine, as a young woman, having your decomposing jaw slowly ooze out of your gums in the form of black pus. Suffering in physical and mental anguish as, one by…

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Pride of the State: 8 Best Wineries in California

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024

The sunny state of California produces an enormous amount of wine. So much so that if California were a country

The sunny state of California produces an enormous amount of wine. So much so that if California were a country, it would rank fourth among the largest wine-producing nations in…

How Scary is Gluten: Myths and Truths About the Main Dietary Enemy of Modern Times

September 28, 2024September 28, 2024

Chronic stomach issues, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and even schizophrenia—bread

Chronic stomach issues, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and even schizophrenia-bread is being blamed for it all. Wheat and gluten, in particular, have become our primary foes. However, researchers believe the situation…

Sacramento Songwriter Circle builds community for local musicians

September 26, 2024January 19, 2025

Good things happen when musicians gather together in a supportive community. That’s the premise behind the Sacramento Songwriter Circle, a loosely organized group of songsmiths who span generations and genres…

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From Joker to Venom: The Most Anticipated Films of October

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024

The third Venom film promises to be the culmination of the trilogy, with Tom Hardy returning to his role as Eddie Brock

Last month was filled with thrilling and eerie films, and October promises to deliver a few handpicked horror gems just in time for Halloween. Additionally, blockbuster hits that fans have…

Lifetime in the arts: Deborah Pittman’s journey from clarinet to clay

September 24, 2024January 5, 2025

Brooklyn-born Deborah Pittman devoted decades of her life to the clarinet, playing on Broadway and for the symphony orchestra in Sacramento. But that turned out to be merely an overture…

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Good Night: 7 Best Tips for Healthy Sleep

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024

If you suffer from a sleep disorder, such as chronic insomnia or sleep apnea, consult a doctor first.

Everyone experiences a bad night’s sleep from time to time. This is completely normal and usually harmless. However, in the long run, poor sleep reduces the quality of life, while…

Bigfoot Daze and Horned Toad Derby: 7 Unique and Unusual California Festivals

September 21, 2024September 21, 2024

California is known for its spectacular festivals like Coachella or Burning Man

California is known for its spectacular festivals like Coachella or Burning Man, but this state also hosts unusual and unique events that can surprise even the most seasoned travelers. Tomorrow…

New film premiered at Sacramento’s Guild Theater affirms Black girlhood

September 19, 2024January 5, 2025

A cinema project from Justice2Jobs aims to spur community conversation about the “adultification bias” of Black girls; the harmful expectations and stereotypes that distort and shorten their childhoods. To this…

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Beware of Fakes: What Truly Helps and What Harms Your Immune System

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

The idea of boosting immunity sounds appealing but is impractical for several reasons

Is it possible to boost your immune system? Overall, it does a great job of protecting our bodies from microorganisms. However, sometimes it fails — a microbe manages to breach…

VOTE FOR THE BEST BUSINESS OF THE YEAR!

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

The Best by Russian-Speaking Community Business Awards ceremony and gala concert is a highlight in the business life of the Russian-speaking community in California On Friday, November 8, one of…

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California Surfing Day: 10 Best Surf Spots in the State

September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

Rincon Point, Santa Barbara & Ventura

California celebrates Surfing Day on September 20th. Surfing officially became the state’s sport when Governor Jerry Brown signed a law in 2018, but its roots go back almost 140 years….

Capital Stage’s “Fairview” is light fare until darkness descends

September 16, 2024January 5, 2025

In “Fairview,” now showing at Capital Stage, audiences are invited into the home of the Frasiers, a middle-class African American family with sass and shenanigans reminiscent of the sitcoms ”Fresh Prince…

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What’s it like to be an actor in Sacramento? Just ask these local thespians.

September 14, 2024January 5, 2025

Seven years ago, Hunter Hoffman was living a New York actor’s dream: He was cast as an understudy in “Sweat,” the critically acclaimed play nominated for three Tony Awards. On…

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“I Want to Share the Beauty of the Accordion with the World”

September 13, 2024December 17, 2024

Alexey Chebeliuk will perform with a symphony orchestra in Los Angeles.

Internationally recognized accordion virtuoso Aleksei Chebeliuk is ready to dazzle audiences with his unique concert in Los Angeles, showcasing the accordion in a completely new light. Aleksei Chebeliuk will perform…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

What to Read This Fall: 10 New Books You Can’t Miss

September 13, 2024September 16, 2024

We've selected 10 new titles that will make this autumn truly special for you.

As every year, autumn brings us a wealth of new literary releases—publishers save their best authors for this season. We’ve selected 10 new titles that will make this autumn truly…

Sacramento’s surrealist painter Diana Ormanzhi reimagines nature in enchanting scenes

September 12, 2024January 18, 2025

“I like the terms ‘imaginative realism’ or ‘magical realism,’ though for simplicity’s sake I usually refer to myself as a ‘surrealist.’” That’s how Sacramento artist Diana Ormanzhi describes her painting…

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ADHD — The Disorder of Our Time or a Myth? What Everyone Should Know

September 12, 2024November 2, 2024

The idea that ADHD patients become lethargic due to medication is false

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: “ADHD is the result of excessive news consumption,” “ADHD doesn’t exist,” or “ADHD is merely a pharmaceutical industry invention”—such statements are becoming more and more common. But which…

We want you to be part of our arts journalism

September 11, 2024October 21, 2024

Launched in early 2022, Solving Sacramento is a collaborative of seven local newsrooms

🎨 Get involved with our arts coverage Are you an artist? Do you run a small theater group, or lead a commercial gallery? Maybe you’re a youth arts educator. Or just…

Sena Christian - Project Manager I Solving Sacramento

Murals at Sacramento City College add splash of color to campus

September 10, 2024January 7, 2025

Murals at Sacramento City

Sacramento City College received a painted array of vibrant colors on the Fischbacher Fine Arts Building during the month of May thanks to art students in a mural class, and…

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From comic books to maker’s markets, Sacramento offers unique art experiences this September

September 10, 2024January 19, 2025

Sacramento’s art scene is a melting pot of diverse perspectives, unique experiences, thought-provoking exhibitions and fun interactive events. This guide features a selection of new visual art events and exhibitions…

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ChatGPT in Everyday Life: 10 Ways to Use AI for Everyone

September 10, 2024September 16, 2024

ChatGPT can do much more than just write texts

ChatGPT can do much more than just write texts. From generating creative ideas to assisting in preparing for important interviews, ChatGPT, one of the most advanced AI assistants, offers numerous…

Math? It’s easy!

September 10, 2024November 11, 2024

fibo

Are you looking for a math program that will truly develop your child’s mind, teach them to think logically, and not fear challenging tasks? Let us introduce you to Fibo…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

A Heartfelt Thank You to Everyone Who Made the 15th Annual Multicultural Business & Career Expo a Success!

September 9, 2024September 16, 2024

expo 2024

We are filled with joy and pride to have welcomed so many incredible people to our 15th Annual Multicultural Business & Career Expo! Whether this was your first time joining…

Sergey Ivannikov

8 Sacramento events to experience in September

September 7, 2024January 18, 2025

September is studded with events of empowerment, artistry and a touch of anarchy: There’s psych rock during Second Saturdays at the Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen; a smorgasbord to be had during this…

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Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccinations: What You Need to Know in 2024

September 7, 2024September 7, 2024

Older adults and infants are most vulnerable to RSV, and last year vaccines

This summer, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended new vaccines for the fall and winter to protect against respiratory diseases. Here’s what has changed: People aged…

Creativity in the Capital: Terra Lopez and Josh Fernandez on how the personal informs creative expression

September 5, 2024January 5, 2025

Josh Fernandez has a long history in the Sacramento region as an author, educator, journalist, anti-fascist, martial arts enthusiast and poet. Earlier this year, Fernandez’s memoir “The Hands That Crafted the…

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The Perfect Balance: 9 Signs That You’re an Ambivert

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Extraversion is one of the personality traits in the “Big Five” model

Most of us have an immediate answer to whether we are extroverts or introverts. But many people fall somewhere in between. Are you an ambivert? We tend to categorize people…

B Street Theatre reveals winner of New Comedies Festival 2024

September 4, 2024January 18, 2025

B Street Theatre announced its new season of theatrical productions, during a special event Aug. 27 held at The Sofia in Sacramento. The winner of B Street’s New Comedies Festival,…

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Say hello to a new season of Sacramento theater

September 4, 2024January 18, 2025

It’s “goodbye summer, hello fall” in the world of Sacramento theater, signaling the start of a new season for many local production companies. From the grand-scale productions of the Broadway…

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“My Insurance Services helps people. And that’s the main thing”.

September 4, 2024September 3, 2024

My Insurance Services Inc. and ask to sort out their problems

How important it is to timely extend a helping hand to the disenfranchised and give hope that everything can change for the better. CEO and co-founder of My Insurance Services…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

Transform Anxiety into Strength: 7 Tips for Overcoming Fears

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Many people today are concerned about crises that affect all of us

If life feels like a concrete slab weighing down on your shoulders, you can either accept it or take action. Here are seven tips to help you find the strength…

“Love for Children and Mathematics as a Way of Life”

September 3, 2024November 11, 2024

Fibo platform is an educational tool that helps create a strong academic foundation in mathematic

The founder of the online mathematics school Fibo, Samvel Oganesyan, told us about the principles by which they select teachers, whether it is possible to learn mathematics online, and how…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

California Introduces a Ban on Food Additives in School Cafeterias: What Does It Mean?

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

California lawmakers have voted to ban food additives that are linked to behavioral issues in children

California lawmakers have voted to ban food additives that are linked to behavioral issues in children. Popular snacks like Flamin’ Hot Cheetos and Twinkies will be banned from sale in…

An Inside Look at AutoLux: A Conversation with Zorik Grigoryan, Founder and CEO

September 1, 2024September 1, 2024

We recently sat down with Zorik Grigoryan, the Founder and CEO of AutoLux Sales and Leasing, Inc., to discuss the company’s unique approach to vehicle sales and leasing. With years…

Alisa Yurchenko

Open New Horizons at the 15th Annual Multicultural Business & Career Expo 2024

August 31, 2024September 1, 2024

Multicultural Business & Career Expo

The editor of New Times Magazine interviewed Sergey Ivannikov, the organizer of the 15th Annual Multicultural Business & Career Expo 2024 Here’s what he shared about the upcoming event: What…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

These 10 new releases are the ultimate soundtrack to Sacramento’s music scene

August 30, 2024January 18, 2025

Sacramento musicians are as eclectic and diverse as the city they call home with many dropping new full-length albums, EPs and singles that span genres. From underground hip-hop tracks to…

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An Addict’s Worship of Heroin

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Worship of Heroin

Many organizations strive to help people recover from addictions: clinics of various forms of ownership, commercial and non-profit corporations, and so on. In some of them, religion becomes part of…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

Portrait of a Graduate: Our Promise to Students and the Community

August 29, 2024August 30, 2024

Gateway Community Charters

At Gateway Community Charters, our mission goes beyond academic achievement. We aim to nurture well-rounded individuals who are ready to thrive in a complex, ever-changing world. Our “Portrait of a Graduate”…

Jason Sample - Superintendent/CEO, Gateway Community Charters

Lifetime in the arts: bluesman Mick Martin

August 28, 2024January 18, 2025

Two hours before his set begins at the Powerhouse in Folsom, bluesman Mick Martin is sitting on a corner bar stool in the pub, greeting everyone coming and going. . Everyone knows…

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8 Myths About Bankruptcy Debunked

August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

The social stigma that surrounds the topic of bankruptcy tends to scare people out of pursuing it as a means to financial relief

The social stigma that surrounds the topic of bankruptcy tends to scare people out of pursuing it as a means to financial relief. Despite what you might have heard about…

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Labor Day: History, Significance, and Traditions

August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

On September 2, the United States celebrates Labor Day

On September 2, the United States celebrates Labor Day, a holiday that many Americans also consider the symbolic end of summer, marked by parties, barbecues, street parades, and sporting events….

Money Management: The Best Budgeting Apps for 2024

August 24, 2024August 24, 2024

How do financial tracking apps work?

Food and household item prices keep rising, but budgeting apps can help you keep track of your expenses and income without straying from your financial goals. Here’s a rundown of…

Capital Dance Project celebrates 10 years with its annual Behind the Barre festival

August 23, 2024January 5, 2025

In 55-minute increments, the Capital Dance Project dancers take arabesques and pirouettes from concept to blocking — scuttling across the floor on pointe to mark movements to an electronically-infused composition…

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California for the Arts CEO Julie Baker weighs in on budget challenges facing Sacramento’s creative sector

August 23, 2024October 21, 2024

California for the Arts and CA Arts Advocates — two separate nonprofit organizations

Despite Sacramento’s vibrant creative and cultural ecosystem, the creative sector faces challenges to its growth. Recent legislative budget cuts coupled with the enduring impacts of the pandemic and statewide industry…

Marie-Elena Schembri

Which Diets Are Truly Effective? Science Knows the Answer

August 22, 2024August 22, 2024

The world of dietetics can be confusing

If you want to lose weight, you can spend an eternity studying nutritional advice. Science knows exactly which diets have a chance of success The world of dietetics can be…

‘The Three Musketeers’ a sword-swinging spectacle in an unorthodox venue

August 22, 2024August 22, 2024

Three Musketeers’ a sword-swinging spectacle

It’s always a joy to see where the peripatetic Green Valley Theatre Company is going to pop up for its next production In this summer’s “The Three Musketeers,” they’re putting…

Debunking Myths About the Harmfulness of Cholesterol

August 21, 2024August 22, 2024

Cholesterol is a fat-like substance used in building all cells in the body

In public consciousness, cholesterol is almost demonized. Large-scale studies from the last century proved that people consuming high amounts of cholesterol in their diet have a higher risk of developing…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

Who Benefits from an Online Vehicle Inspection?

August 21, 2024December 17, 2024

service online

Today in the USA, thanks to a unique online service, you can pass a vehicle inspection without leaving your home. Vitaliy Boridko, the founder of Insve.com, told us how to…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

10 Tips to Help Children Adjust to School

August 20, 2024August 22, 2024

School is just around the corner—children and teenagers return to their usual routines

These tips will be handy if your children feel anxious or irritable at the end of the summer break and before the start of the new school year School is…

WHO Declares Global Emergency: What You Need to Know About the Deadly Mpox Virus

August 16, 2024August 22, 2024

What is mpox, and what are its symptoms?

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on August 14th due to the rapid spread of an epidemic of smallpox, formerly known as…

Back Forty Texas BBQ: The taste of Wild West

August 14, 2024November 2, 2024

Texas-BBQ

“We are on the land of the Wild West,” say the owners of the Back Forty Texas BBQ in Roseville, California, about their establishment. This authentic saloon attracts hundreds of…

Do What You Love: 10 Low-Stress Jobs with Good Salaries

August 14, 2024August 22, 2024

Some professions are inherently more stressful than others

Some professions are inherently more stressful than others. However, in recent years, the world of work has undergone significant changes—new jobs have been created while technology has rendered others obsolete….

Hot Premieres: 10 TV Shows to Watch This Fall

August 13, 2024August 15, 2024

Several new and returning shows are on the way, with some even having official premiere dates

Not long ago, the fall TV season was something special, with the return of our favorite shows. Nowadays, thanks to streaming services, great series are released year-round. But that doesn’t…

Vitamins: When Consultation with a Doctor is Necessary

August 11, 2024August 11, 2024

The situation can be remedied by regular prophylactic intake of vitamin-mineral complexes

Increased fatigue, irritability, sleep disturbances, poor appetite, twilight vision impairment, cracks in the lips, acne, bleeding gums – these are just some manifestations of hypovitaminosis, and the list can go…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

From Obstacles to Success: The Story of Alina Mukhopadhyay

August 10, 2024August 10, 2024

Alina Mukhopadhyay, Vice President and co-founder of My Insurance Services

We need to help people and the ‘American Dream’ will come true 100% – shares her rules Alina Mukhopadhyay. She told us about how to overcome obstacles on the way…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

A happy mother’s child eats better

August 10, 2024August 10, 2024

One of the most important factors affecting the well-being of the child is the emotional state of the mother

A comprehensive approach to solving the problem of selective eating in children. Problems with eating in children are not just temporary difficulties that pass by themselves. They often hide deeper…

Navigating Medicare: Expert Insights from Sergey Golub on Securing Your Healthcare Future

August 10, 2024August 10, 2024

Sergey Golub has been working in the Medicare market in California since 1999, which adds up to 25 years. He is a licensed and certified specialist in this field and…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

Neon lights, speed-friending and live music at Midtown’s newest dueling piano bar

August 9, 2024January 5, 2025

Pink light splashes across 16th Street in Midtown Sacramento, reflecting off the windows of shuttered Simon’s Chinese Cuisine. A neon “The Silver Lining,” sign projects the glow from a neighboring…

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Hangout Gigs: Beti Masenqo serenades Sacramento

August 9, 2024January 5, 2025

Multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Beti Masenqo performs her unreleased song “Breathing Out the Darkness’’ for Hangout Gigs, a monthly series featuring Sacramento-based musicians. She is joined by Alex Togashii on electric…

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From Ghost Town to the Museum of Death: 10 Unusual Places in California You Must See

August 9, 2024August 9, 2024

One of the most visited places in America, the historic Queen Mary ship now serves as a floating hotel

California isn’t just about sun, beaches, and celebrities. The state is filled with mysterious spots that carefully guard their secrets. Here are some unusual and unique places that are truly…

How one Sacramento fiber art studio is creating environmentally friendly art

August 8, 2024January 18, 2025

A group of artists gather around a table lined with supplies: Speedball Speedy Carve Blocks, tools for carving linoleum and ink. An instructor guides the group as they carve a…

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From Chaos to Financial Stability: 15 Ways to Save with Minimalism

August 8, 2024August 8, 2024

Advertising constantly pressures us to buy, leading us to surround ourselves endlessly with things

Advertisements are now everywhere, in virtually every sphere of our lives — from reading articles to watching YouTube videos. In fact, people see around 5,000 (!) ads every day. Moreover,…

How Women’s Wisdom Art on Del Paso Boulevard empowers marginalized communities through creative expression

August 7, 2024January 5, 2025

Local artist Steff Echeverria uses charcoal, chalk pastel and oil pastel with paint on cardstock to create some of her artwork. Among her portfolio, some titles include “Spontaneous Healing,” “Living…

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Studios to sidewalks: Sacramento’s hotbed of creativity this August

August 5, 2024January 18, 2025

From its studios to its sidewalks, Sacramento is home to a dynamic lineup of visual art events this August with First Fridays, Second Saturdays and exhibitions all month long. Second…

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Deadly Smoke: How Wildfires Affect Health and How to Protect Yourself

August 5, 2024August 5, 2024

As dozens of wildfires rage across the US, once again shrouding the sky

As dozens of wildfires rage across the US, once again shrouding the sky this summer, scientists are uncovering more information about how dangerous wildfire smoke is to our health Major…

8 Sacramento events to experience in August

August 3, 2024January 19, 2025

August in Sacramento marks the return of many beloved traditions that make summertime a little sweeter. It’s when hundreds of people descend upon Fremont Park to claim their slice of…

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Writing our future: 300 books, 5,000 published authors … and an octopus

August 2, 2024January 18, 2025

The large, framed sign just inside the front door tells a story: “A writer is someone who writes.” At the 916 Ink Imaginarium, that is a fact. Thousands of young…

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How to Help a Teen Avoid Falling Victim to Drugs

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024

NEW LIFE USA – is a non-profit corporation that carries out a free of charge substance abuse recovery program

“When a child is addicted to drugs, parents should not be kinder than God,” – says the head of the NEW LIFE USA Center on saving youth. Despite widespread knowledge…

Tatyana Shaginyan I Editor-in-Chief New Times Magazine

TikTok Is Obsessed with Eliminating “Cortisol Face”: The Truth and Myths About This Phenomenon

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024

You are not overweight, you just have a “cortisol face” (“moon face”). Women on TikTok believe they have found the solution to facial puffiness

You are not overweight, you just have a “cortisol face” (“moon face”). Women on TikTok believe they have found the solution to facial puffiness. They claim the cause is cortisol…

August theater roundup: Cool productions for summer’s curtain call

August 1, 2024January 18, 2025

I’m not sure which one of you wished that we all lived in more interesting times, but the hex seems to have worked. Thank goodness we have opportunities for reprieve,…

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Creativity in the Capital: Paul Bates brings Northern California artists to tape in a digital age

August 1, 2024January 18, 2025

Paul Bates is the creator of the YouTube channel lo-fire, which offers local performers a chance to showcase their music. It’s a weekly Sacramento-centric — for the most part — artist…

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Sacramento Blues Society celebrates 45 years of bringing music to the masses

August 1, 2024January 5, 2025

Sacramento has been blessed with many blues legends gracing our stages and nightclubs, including Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Little Milton and Etta James. Add to that our local blues talent…

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A Culinary Adventure: The 10 Best Farmers Markets in California

July 31, 2024July 31, 2024

In the 1950s, California's farmers' markets were on the brink of extinction. They were nearly wiped out by regulations

In the 1950s, California’s farmers’ markets were on the brink of extinction. They were nearly wiped out by regulations that helped make the state’s agriculture a global phenomenon. Sorting, packaging,…

Does the Minimum Wage Require a Blissful Ignorance About It?

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024

Get ready for a cascade of ignorance to wash over Californians as campaigners for passage of Proposition

No public policy issue – none! – gnashes the teeth and raises the hackles of those who know what it truly is more than the minimum wage It is, as…

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California Homeless Encampment Cleanup: What You Need to Know About the Governor’s New Order

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024

On Thursday, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order directing state

On Thursday, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order directing state authorities in the state with the highest number of homeless individuals in the country to begin dismantling their…

Romance, Thrillers, and Fantasy: 10 Must-Watch Films in August

July 27, 2024August 15, 2024

Fans have long awaited the revival of The Crow film series, and it's finally happening, directed by Rupert Sanders

Despite the release of major films like Despicable Me 4 and Fly Me to the Moonin July, the upcoming month promises to be equally exciting with the highly anticipated sequel to…

German dance group in Sacramento gears up for Oktoberfest tour, spreads cultural appreciation

July 25, 2024January 18, 2025

It’s 6 p.m. on a Thursday at the Sacramento Turn Verein and it’s hot outside — 110 degrees as Sacramento is still in the grips of an intense heat wave….

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Sergiy Korelov: A Dynamic Entrepreneur on the Move

July 25, 2024October 25, 2024

We’re thrilled to highlight the remarkable journey of businessman and coach Sergiy Korelov, a man whose passion and commitment to excellence have taken him from humble beginnings to the forefront…

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How to Reduce Stress During Election Periods: 7 Practical Tips

July 24, 2024July 24, 2024

An American Psychiatric Association (APA) survey found that nearly three-quarters (73%) of respondents feel anxious about the elections

Presidential elections can significantly impact Americans’ mental health. Recent surveys have highlighted this, even before the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and John Biden’s withdrawal from the race An American…

Exploring the Heart of the Gold Rush: 5 Must-Visit Places in California

July 23, 2024July 23, 2024

This park preserves about 30 buildings constructed during the California Gold Rush. Here, people in historical costumes offer tours, sell handmade sweets, and engage in crafts of that era

On January 24, 1848, James Wilson Marshall, a carpenter from New Jersey, discovered gold flakes in the American River near Coloma, California. This discovery sparked one of the most significant…

Lifetime in the arts: jazz singer Shelley Burns

July 22, 2024January 18, 2025

Jazz singer Shelley Burns has been performing since she was 5 years old, and she has no intention of stopping any time soon. “Are we ever going to retire?” she asks….

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Everything You Need to Know About COVID “FLiRT” and Why Cases Are Surging Again

July 19, 2024July 19, 2024

Health experts have long identified that COVID-19 has two peak outbreaks per year

One of the latest reports from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows that FLiRT is rapidly spreading across the United States. FLiRT is the name used to describe several variants of…

Gallery: The Backyard music venue opens at Cal Expo with all-day festival

July 19, 2024January 18, 2025

Sacramento’s newest outdoor music venue wasn’t deterred from making a successful debut with an all-day emo-pop music festival, despite the 110-plus degree temperatures on July 11. The 2,500 festival-goers danced,…

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The Backyard music venue opens at Cal Expo with all-day festival

July 19, 2024January 5, 2025

Sacramento’s newest outdoor music venue wasn’t deterred from making a successful debut with an all-day emo-pop music festival, despite the 110-plus degree temperatures on July 11. The 2,500 festival-goers danced,…

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EPISODE 57 with Mr John Kabateck, Director of External Affairs, Office of Governor Schwarzenegger

July 18, 2024July 20, 2024

California LIVE Podcast : Up-Close & Personal – EPISODE 57 We are delighted to meet again with Mr John Kabateck, President of Kabateck Strategies, California State Director of National Federation…

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Hangout Gigs: TIP Vicious shows Sacramento how to take it ‘slow’

July 18, 2024January 5, 2025

TIP Vicious and The 6th Gear perform “Slow” from the album “No Sleep” for the first installment of Hangout Gigs, a monthly series featuring Sacramento-based artists and musicians. The underground rapper and singer is…

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Falling in Love with the New Lands Your Second Home

July 18, 2024July 20, 2024