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Life & Entertainment

3 St. Louis stage actors talk about their most challenging roles

3 St. Louis stage actors talk about their most challenging roles

  • Rosalind Early | Post-Dispatch

Julie Layton, Nancy Bell and Gregory Fenner talk challenging roles and what they've got planned next.

Neman: The rise and fall (and rise) of baking bread

Neman: The rise and fall (and rise) of baking bread

  • Daniel Neman | Post-Dispatch

Columnist Daniel Neman writes: In my world, artisan bread flour is a special treat. It occurs to me that I might be a little unusual.

St. Louis indie jazz act Kudda and Friends fosters collaborative spirit on debut album

St. Louis indie jazz act Kudda and Friends fosters collaborative spirit on debut album

  • Jasmine Osby | Post-Dispatch

St. Louis jazz ensemble, Kudda and Friends, foster the collaborative spirit of the local music scene on debut album. 

Rick Steves’ Europe: Strasbourg: City of bicultural streets

Rick Steves’ Europe: Strasbourg: City of bicultural streets

  • Rick Steves

Nestled on the Rhine across the border from Germany, Strasbourg offers your best chance to experience the urban side of France's Alsace region. Each time I walk its people-friendly streets, I'm struck by how progressive and livable the city feels, with generous space devoted to pedestrians a…

Go away with ... Henry J. Star

Go away with ... Henry J. Star

  • Jae-Ha Kim, Tribune Content Agency

"I was raised amongst an odd amalgamation of folks," said singer-songwriter Henry J. Star (née Devin Badgett), 26. “As a result of this bizarre hodgepodge, I was introduced to many perspectives on art and culture that I likely wouldn’t have discovered on my own otherwise. I read my first man…

SZA is only St. Louis native to win at the Grammys

SZA is only St. Louis native to win at the Grammys

  • Jasmine Osby | Post-Dispatch

SZA used her acceptance speech to encourage viewers not to “fall into despair” during what she described as “a scary time.” 

St. Louis restaurant openings and closings: January 2026

St. Louis restaurant openings and closings: January 2026

  • Emily Standlee Ladue News

Openings included Good Neighbor in Tower Grove South and Pâtisserie Svoi in the CWE, with Salve Osteria, The Fountain on Delmar, Steve’s Hot Dogs on Delmar, and others closing this month.

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Grandchildren

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Grandchildren

  • Feb 2, 2026

My ex’s daughter just had a baby girl, and the joy that is in this new grandma’s eyes and heart can only help heal the cancer she has been battling for the past decade. It has been a difficult journey for her, but now things have brightened because a baby came into her life, and she has more…

What to stream: 'Nuremberg' and more stories of justice

What to stream: 'Nuremberg' and more stories of justice

  • Feb 1, 2026

In case you missed it when it was released in early November, it’s a great week to catch up with “Nuremberg,” the Russell Crowe-Rami Malek two-hander written and directed by James Vanderbilt, about the international tribunal that put the Nazi high command on trial for war crimes. Based on th…

Things to do in the garden this week

Things to do in the garden this week

  • Feb 1, 2026

Inspect fruit trees for tent caterpillar egg masses. Eggs appear as dark brown or gray masses that encircle small twigs (see tinyurl.com/dy9d62b). Prune these twigs or destroy the egg clusters by scratching them off with your fingers.

Some lucky gardeners may get paperwhite to bloom again

Some lucky gardeners may get paperwhite to bloom again

  • Feb 1, 2026

Q: What should I do with my paperwhite bulbs after they’re done blooming?

Bring it on home: Scotland

Bring it on home: Scotland

  • Feb 1, 2026

Our readers love to travel. If you've been on a vacation lately, we'd love to see a photo. Send one in and you may be featured, too. 

St. Louis author pens poignant look at Teddy Roosevelt's travels

St. Louis author pens poignant look at Teddy Roosevelt's travels

  • Jan 31, 2026

St. Louis author James Blase notes, the result of “Theodore Roosevelt’s Brotherhood of America” tour can be highlighted by his brief visit to St. Louis in 1903.

At home with Steve Bell & Maryann Reese LoPiccolo in Kirkwood

At home with Steve Bell & Maryann Reese LoPiccolo in Kirkwood

  • Jan 31, 2026

Steve Bell & Maryann Reese LoPiccolo built their new home photographed on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in the heart of historic Kirkwood to accommodate their love of entertaining friends and to attract their grandchildren.

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Neman: The rise and fall (and rise) of baking bread

Neman: The rise and fall (and rise) of baking bread

Columnist Daniel Neman writes: In my world, artisan bread flour is a special treat. It occurs to me that I might be a little unusual.

St. Louis restaurant openings and closings: January 2026

St. Louis restaurant openings and closings: January 2026

Openings included Good Neighbor in Tower Grove South and Pâtisserie Svoi in the CWE, with Salve Osteria, The Fountain on Delmar, Steve’s Hot Dogs on Delmar, and others closing this month.

Nicky Slices Pizza Club is a Detroit-style gem on the Hill

Nicky Slices Pizza Club is a Detroit-style gem on the Hill

The Hill's hottest pizza club has everything. Thick crust. Caramelized cheese edges. Chicken nuggets. Inside-out dumplings.

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Versatile, fiber-filled pears offer plenty of pluses

Versatile, fiber-filled pears offer plenty of pluses

Content by Siteman Cancer Center. Although ancient people probably couldn’t explain exactly why pears were such a boon to health, modern science proves they were onto something.

Music

St. Louis indie jazz act Kudda and Friends fosters collaborative spirit on debut album

St. Louis indie jazz act Kudda and Friends fosters collaborative spirit on debut album

St. Louis jazz ensemble, Kudda and Friends, foster the collaborative spirit of the local music scene on debut album. 

SZA is only St. Louis native to win at the Grammys

SZA is only St. Louis native to win at the Grammys

SZA used her acceptance speech to encourage viewers not to “fall into despair” during what she described as “a scary time.” 

Must-see shows in February in St. Louis include Patti LaBelle, Kevin Nealon, Nine Inch Nails

Must-see shows in February in St. Louis include Patti LaBelle, Kevin Nealon, Nine Inch Nails

Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Kevin Nealon and Nine Inch Nails are headed to St. Louis in February.   

Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen,’ coming to the Fox, tells a New York coming-of-age story

Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen,’ coming to the Fox, tells a New York coming-of-age story

“I look back on everything, and I say, I think I wrote these songs for this,” Alicia Keys says about her musical "Hell's Kitchen" which celebrates her catalog in a coming-of-age story.

Arts & Theater

3 St. Louis stage actors talk about their most challenging roles

3 St. Louis stage actors talk about their most challenging roles

Julie Layton, Nancy Bell and Gregory Fenner talk challenging roles and what they've got planned next.

Top 12 things to do this week in St. Louis: Orchid show, Loop Ice Carnival, Fete de Glace

Top 12 things to do this week in St. Louis: Orchid show, Loop Ice Carnival, Fete de Glace

Lots of opportunities to see ice sculptures and art this weekend, plus two plays are opening on Thursday.

Five massive Anselm Kiefer paintings remain on display at SLAM

Five massive Anselm Kiefer paintings remain on display at SLAM

The three-story-tall paintings depicting rivers can be seen in the Sculpture Hall until next year.

Top things to do in St. Louis this week: Jim Gaffigan, an opera

Top things to do in St. Louis this week: Jim Gaffigan, an opera

What are you looking forward to this weekend?

Movies & Television

Review: Will Arnett shines in so-so ‘Is This Thing On?’

Review: Will Arnett shines in so-so ‘Is This Thing On?’

What to Stream: 'Splitsville,' J. Cole, 'Puppy Bowl,' Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas and Nioh 3

What to Stream: 'Splitsville,' J. Cole, 'Puppy Bowl,' Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas and Nioh 3

How to watch this year's Oscar-nominated films

How to watch this year's Oscar-nominated films

'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' offers a smaller, warmer Westeros

'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' offers a smaller, warmer Westeros

Books

St. Louis author pens poignant look at Teddy Roosevelt's travels

St. Louis author pens poignant look at Teddy Roosevelt's travels

St. Louis author James Blase notes, the result of “Theodore Roosevelt’s Brotherhood of America” tour can be highlighted by his brief visit to St. Louis in 1903.

Bestsellers for the week ending ending Jan. 24

Bestsellers for the week ending ending Jan. 24

Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended  Jan. 24, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, reprinted from Publishers Weekly. 

Review: The rich are different — and awful — in ‘The Infamous Gilberts’

Review: The rich are different — and awful — in ‘The Infamous Gilberts’

There may be more style than substance in “The Infamous Gilberts” but it is very stylish, indeed.

Bestsellers for the week ending ending Jan. 17

Bestsellers for the week ending ending Jan. 17

Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended  Jan. 17, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, reprinted from Publishers Weekly. 

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Hours, fees, features: Find a public swimming pool or water park in the St. Louis area

Hours, fees, features: Find a public swimming pool or water park in the St. Louis area

Our guide to public St. Louis-area pools and water parks is updated for 2025 with all the info on attractions, hours and more.

Is it treasure or trash? Selling old coins, jewelry or antiques in St. Louis

Is it treasure or trash? Selling old coins, jewelry or antiques in St. Louis

The idea of finding hidden treasure in a junk drawer, attic or basement has long lured people to auction houses and appraisers.

Our 24 favorite songs of 2024 from St. Louis artists

Our 24 favorite songs of 2024 from St. Louis artists

As the year nears its end, check out Jasmine Osby's 24 favorite songs released by St. Louis natives in 2024. 

Your guide to a perfect Missouri fall winery trip

Your guide to a perfect Missouri fall winery trip

What's your favorite Missouri winery?

Spotlight

Review: Will Arnett shines in so-so ‘Is This Thing On?’

Review: Will Arnett shines in so-so ‘Is This Thing On?’

Will Arnett makes a compelling comedian in “Is This Thing On?”, but the film isn’t filled with laughs. Read Bruce Miller's latest review here:

Wowed by the agility dogs at the Westminster show? Handlers explain how it's done

Wowed by the agility dogs at the Westminster show? Handlers explain how it's done

Speed, trust and teamwork take center stage as elite dogs and handlers race through Westminster’s agility competition, highlighting the athletic side of America’s most famous dog show.

What to Stream: 'Splitsville,' J. Cole, 'Puppy Bowl,' Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas and Nioh 3

What to Stream: 'Splitsville,' J. Cole, 'Puppy Bowl,' Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas and Nioh 3

"Splitsville" landing on Hulu and fresh albums by J. Cole and Nick Jonas are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

The Grammys had lots of Mars, Carpenter soaring and a near-naked Bieber. Here are some key moments

The Grammys had lots of Mars, Carpenter soaring and a near-naked Bieber. Here are some key moments

The Grammy Awards featured memorable performances, including Bruno Mars and Rosé kicking off the night with their high-energy hit "APT."

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Staking Crypto Coins: Smart Move or Just More Risk?

Staking Crypto Coins: Smart Move or Just More Risk?

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