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Portland’s Big‑Name Chef Parties

March 11, 2026

A few weeks ago, a chef from New York’s top restaurant Atomix announced a joint dinner in Portland. The buzz around that event is huge, but it’s just one of many star‑chef gatherings in the city. One of the local spots that keeps the culinary crowd excited is Cafe Rowan on 4437 S. E. Cesar E. Ch

celebrities

Meghan’s New Path: How She Is Taking Her Brand Home

March 7, 2026

Netflix and Meghan Markle have decided to part ways, ending their partnership with the As ever lifestyle brand. The brand began in 2025 as a line of home goods, offering items like jams, honey, tea, wine, candles and chocolate. Its first products sold out in less than an hour after launch, sho

education

University Leader Shines in New Nutrition Initiative

March 6, 2026

The latest nutrition effort at the university has been boosted by a key figure in its administration, according to a recent announcement. The project aims to weave healthy eating lessons into everyday campus life and has received strong support from the institution’s president. President Jeffrey Go

science

Machine Learning Helps Pick and Test the Best Probiotic Bacteria

March 5, 2026

The world of probiotics is growing fast, thanks to new computer tricks and big data tools. Scientists now use machine learning (ML) to sift through huge amounts of biological information, from DNA sequences to the chemicals bacteria produce. This new approach lets them choose promising probiotic str

entertainment

Big Stars, Big BBQ: What to Expect at Stagecoach 2026

March 5, 2026

The 2026 Stagecoach Country Music Festival will feature a sizzling lineup of celebrity chefs and music stars who will cook up tasty treats for fans. The event, held from April 24 to 26 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, will see Guy Fieri hosting his own stage and a tent full of barbecue stands. Fans

lifestyle

Living with a Messy Daughter‑in‑Law

March 3, 2026

The house is shared by the writer, her son and his wife. The couple works full‑time; the husband handles laundry, cleaning and cooking. Yet every day the kitchen turns into a pile of dishes that nobody washes. The writer feels trapped, as her attempts to speak up are met with defensive excuses from

sports

Blazers Add Youngblood to Two‑Way Roster

March 3, 2026

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed 24‑year‑old guard Chris Youngblood to a two‑way contract, giving him another chance after an early exit from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Youngblood went undrafted in 2025 but earned a spot with OKC as a two‑way player. He played in 32 NBA games, averaging only 5

science

Clean Water with Tiny Carbon Balls

March 3, 2026

Carbon quantum dots, or CQDs, are like tiny solar panels that can clean polluted water. They work because their surfaces can be tweaked, and they separate electric charges very well. Scientists have shown that these dots can break down nasty chemicals such as antibiotics, dyes, and phenols with high

science

Reduced‑Nitrite Ham: Safety and Taste Stay Strong

February 28, 2026

Whole cooked ham is a staple in many diets, but the nitrite used to preserve it raises health worries. A new study looked at how cutting nitrite from 150 ppm to 80 ppm affects safety, texture, and flavor over time. The researchers checked the meat every 15 days for bacteria like total viable coun

health

Cooling Carbs: A Simple Trick to Tame Sugar Spikes

February 27, 2026

When people try to shed pounds, a new idea catches attention: chill cooked starches before eating them. The concept is based on the science of two kinds of starch found in foods like rice, pasta and potatoes. One type, amylose, is hard for the body to break down quickly; the other, amylopectin, diss