‘Andor’: not quite must-see TV
Some have said that since Disney bought the Star Wars franchise from George Lucas in 2012, the entertainment giant has produced way too much content based on the beloved universe. If there’s evidence to back that assessment up, “Andor” would be it. This is not to say that the show is entirely unwatchable, because it […]
Fast food: big business that’s only getting bigger
By Kelly Martinez Would it surprise you to learn that in the United States alone there are 197,653 fast food restaurants that collectively generated $296.6 billion in revenue in 2021? That revenue jumps to $797.7 billion on a global level. In 2019, U.S. fast food revenue reached a then all-time high of $295.9 billion only […]
The Benefits of Gratitude
It’s that time of year again. You know, the time when the leaves are falling, the temperatures are dropping, and “Turkey Day” is looming large. Oh! Let’s not forget what Turkey Day represents: Gratitude. There are lots of social media posts that remind us to foster an attitude of gratitude, and to give thanks for […]
‘The One Good Thing’ mixes good and bad
The One Good Thing by Kevin Alan Milne offers a little something for a variety of reader types, which isn’t always a good thing. In this case, however, it is a good thing, which is fitting, given the book’s title. Main character, Nathan Steen, is a good guy. He tries to do the right thing […]
‘Star Trek: Picard’ fails to engage
In mid-2018, rumors started floating around that Patrick Stewart would reprise his role as fan-favorite Jean-Luc Picard in a Star Trek series that would focus on the “Star Trek: The Next Generation” captain. Rumor became reality in August of that year when CBS announced “Star Trek: Picard,” which would air on CBS All Access (now […]
‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ revives Star Trek excitement
If you read my review of The Orville in last month’s issue, you’ll remember that I pointed to Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Discovery as evidence that the Star Trek universe has lost its way. Well, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (SNW)—now streaming on Paramount+ only—is proving that the Star Trek universe is in […]
The power of tradition
Traditions. Everyone has at least one, many have several, but no matter how many you have, chances are they’re important to you. And why is that? Saul Levine, professor emeritus of psychiatry at the University of California at San Diego, says that by nature, humans yearn for a sense of stability and control in their […]
Book review: ‘Your Brain Is Always Listening’ offers food for thought
Written by Dr. Daniel G. Amen, MD, “Your Brain Is Always Listening: Tame the Hidden Dragons That Control Your Happiness, Habits, and Hang-Ups” is a book that aims to help readers identify and control the issues that cause anxiety and fear, among other states of mind. The book opens with an account of when the […]
Nebo Cycling Provides Exercise Outlet for Riders of all Abilities
There’s a lot of benefit to exercising in a group and Nebo Cycling can help fill that need. Nebo Cycling is a bicycle club based in southern Utah County and northern Juab County that offers regular rides as well as participates in competitive events. Club member Randy Chipman, a Spanish Fork resident, said there isn’t […]
Book review: ‘You’re Not Listening’ shares valuable insight
Kate Murphy’s “You’re Not Listening: What You’re Missing and Why It Matters” is an eye-opening book, especially if you think you’re a good listener. In a day in which social media, pithy headlines, and streaming video are ubiquitous, listening—really listening—is becoming harder to do, and that’s not a good thing, writes Murphy, a Texas-based journalist […]