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Aug. 7, 2026 9:32 p.m.
The cover of “Liquid” by Mariam Rahmani is pictured. Published in 2025, Rahmani’s debut novel follows a young Muslim scholar as she endeavors to go on 100 dates in one summer in the pursuit of marrying rich. (Courtesy of Algonquin Books)
Warning: Minor spoilers ahead.
Mariam Rahmani’s “Liquid” searches for the meaning of identity while struggling to establish its own.
Published in March 2025, Rahmani’s novel begins as a satirical contemporary romance before evolving into an exploration of identity.
By Ava Johnson
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Aug. 6, 2026 11:35 a.m.This post was updated Aug. 9 at 1:22 p.m.
Kitanoya Souffle is bringing Japan’s famous fluffy pancakes to Westwood.
The newest addition to the sweet treat scene, Kitanoya Souffle is a Japanese specialty dessert shop located on 954 Gayley Ave.
By Emily Berkowitz
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July 26, 2026 10:28 p.m.Video game preview: Colorful worlds and cozy adventures await in these new summer releases
Summer vacations are always a blast, but this year’s video game lineup proves that there are also plenty of adventures awaiting at home.
From exploring Paris and tending to a magical bakery to restoring idyllic farming villages and fighting predatory salmon, this summer’s releases offer charm, nostalgia and action.
By Julia Kinion, Davis Hoffman, and Gwendolyn Lopez
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July 22, 2026 11:38 a.m.Winner Takes All: Dishing on the best summer eats to beat the heat
This post was updated July 26 at 5:33 p.m.
When summer means beach days, road trips or escaping another California heat wave, the best dishes know how to keep their cool.
By Emily Berkowitz, Presley Liu, and Sara Green
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July 19, 2026 10:45 p.m.Worth the Fare: Fresh loaves, delicious pastries at Jyan Isaac Bread
This post was updated July 26 at 5:25 p.m.
It is often said that the secret to the famous New York City bagel is in the water, but at Jyan Isaac Bread in Santa Monica, it’s the expertise baked into every loaf.
By Gianluca Centola
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July 16, 2026 6:24 p.m.Restaurant review: Worth the wait? Raising Cane’s Westwood location packs flavor into every dollar
This post was updated July 19 at 7:51 p.m.
For three years, Bruins walked past construction barriers.
Now, they’re walking out with Box Combos.
As of Monday, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, located on the corner of Broxton Avenue and Weyburn Avenue, is open for business.
By Emily Berkowitz
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July 5, 2026 3:53 p.m.Second Take: The World Cup needs Shakira more than Lionel Messi
This post was updated July 12 at 10:37 p.m.
The FIFA World Cup has always been as much a spectacle of sound as of sport.
That spectacle echoed through Los Angeles when nearly 50,000 fans flooded into Union Station for the Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone from June 25-28.
By Presley Liu
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July 2, 2026 2:12 p.m.From hobby to handmade business: Donna Wu builds Critter Trinkets
Donna Wu molds her passions into a budding art business.
Wu launched her brand Critter Trinkets in October 2025 and sells clay art pieces, ranging from pins and magnets to hair clips, keychains and more.
By Vishnu Potharaju
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