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08/21/2026

🍀IRELAND🍀 The Emerald Isle did not disappoint! Friendly and fun with Family! Beautiful scenery from Dublin to Belfast to the Cliffs and to Cork to Kiss the Blarney Stone!
Hope to return again soon! 🇮🇪

08/21/2026

Celebrate the weekend with fun all around town! From Gustavo Dudamel’s farewell show to movies under the stars and more, this weekend is jam-packed with things to do. Check out what’s happening in your neighborhood August 21 through August 23.

From Gustavo Dudamel’s farewell show to movies under the stars and more, check out what’s August 21 through August 23.

08/20/2026

Los Angeles has never been a one-drink town. Across the city, bartenders are playing with Mexican spirits, natural wines, savory martinis, tropical flavors, and cocktails that borrow from decades past. The result is a bar scene that feels increasingly specific to its neighborhoods.

Discover the best bars in Los Angeles for August 2026, from stylish cocktail lounges and wine bars to neighborhood favorites across LA.

08/20/2026

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday, Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of August 20, 2026, were as follows:

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.65%, nearly unchanged from 6.67% last week. The 15-year fixed was 5.95%, nearly unchanged from 5.96% last week.

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday, Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of August 20, 2026, were as follows: The 30-year fixed mortgag...

08/19/2026

Tucked between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Montecito has mastered the art of slowing down. Just a short drive up the coast from Los Angeles, this elegant seaside enclave offers all the ingredients of an upscale escape without the stress of airport lines or crowded itineraries. Planning the ultimate Montecito weekend getaway is less about rushing through attractions and more about lingering over fresh coastal cuisine, wandering through quiet gardens, and unwinding to the sound of crashing waves. If you are looking for a relaxing escape close to home, here are the top Montecito staycation ideas for a perfectly curated, luxurious weekend.

Discover the best Montecito staycation ideas, from luxury resorts like Rosewood Miramar to coastal dining on Coast Village Road and scenic Lotusland gardens.

08/18/2026

After weeks of hot weather across Los Angeles and Southern California, outdoor living spaces have been working overtime. Patios, pool decks, terraces, and garden lounges are often the heart of summer at home, but the same sunshine that makes these spaces so inviting can be hard on furniture. Prolonged heat, UV exposure, dry air, and the occasional humid spell can fade fabrics, dry out wood, weaken finishes, and make even well-made pieces look tired before the season is over.

Learn how to protect outdoor furniture from summer heat, sun, fading, and wear in Los Angeles. Check out this week's Home Tips blog!

08/17/2026

This week is jam-packed with major tech news from across the web. With a new influencer-focused Insta360 X6 cam, upgrades to the Copilot apps, and more. Stay connected with what’s happening in the world of tech and media with our weekly wrap-up.

This week is jam-packed with major tech news, from the Insta360 X6 to Copilot Apps and more! Check out our weekly wrap-up!

08/14/2026

It’s time for weekend vibes as the summer swings on in sunny California! From Dine L.A. Week to KCON and more, this weekend has no shortage of fun. Check out what’s happening in your neighborhood August 14 through August 16.

From Dine L.A. Week to KCON and more, check out what’s happening in your neighborhood August 14 through August 16.

08/13/2026

Los Angeles dining does not ease into late summer. It arrives with rooftop screens, charcoal smoke, new bakeries, seafood counters, and a few serious reservations worth planning around. The best new restaurants in Los Angeles for August 2026 stretch from Silver Lake and Chinatown to Venice, Santa Monica, Altadena, and Alhambra, giving diners plenty of reasons to leave the house before Labor Day.

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08/13/2026

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday, Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of August 13, 2026, were as follows:

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.67%, nearly unchanged from 6.69% last week. The 15-year fixed was 5.96%, down from 6.01% last week.

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday, Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of August 13, 2026, were as follows: The 30-year fixed mortgag...