Baton Rouge is buzzing with faith-based events in the coming weeks. First up, St. James Baptist Church is throwing a big party. They're celebrating their pastor, Rev. J. L. Franklin, and his wife, Lisa, on February 1st. The service kicks off at 8 a. m. , and everyone's invited. After the service, th
The Baseball Hall of Fame vote is coming up, and two voters have different opinions on who should be inducted. Matt and Mike, both voters, have shared their thoughts on the ballot. They agree on some players but not on others. Matt has a clear rule: he won't vote for players who were suspended for
The world of pharmaceuticals is changing fast. Companies are teaming up to innovate, strengthen their supply chains, and get their products to market. This shift is big news, and it's important for anyone making decisions in this field to stay informed. The market for contract manufacturing in phar
Iran's nuclear program has been a hot topic for years. Recently, tensions have eased a bit after some promises were made. But let's dive into what's really happening with Iran's nuclear sites. First, let's talk about the places where Iran enriches uranium. There are three main sites: two at Natanz
Brian May, the iconic guitarist of Queen, has made it clear that the band won't be playing at Glastonbury anytime soon. His reason? Politics. May has been vocal about his disagreement with Michael Eavis, the festival's founder, over badger culling. Badger culling is a hot topic in the UK. It's a go
Ryan Lochte, the famous swimmer, has found love again. After his split from his wife, Kayla, in early 2025, he started seeing Molly Gillihan. They met at their kids' school in Florida. Ryan made sure to clear up any rumors, saying he didn't start dating Molly until after his divorce was final. Moll
Family gatherings can be tricky, especially when past relationships resurface. One person is struggling with their brother-in-law dating a woman their husband had a brief romantic history with decades ago. It's not just about the past; it's about how this situation makes them feel uncomfortable in t
Gisele Bündchen shared a warm message about family and gratitude as she started 2026. She posted pictures of her family enjoying time together. These photos showed her with her three kids and her husband, Joaquim Valente. The images captured moments like swimming, yoga, and beach fun. Gisele's post
People are spending more on experiences than things. This is a big change. In 2025, a quarter of US adults said they spent more on experiences than the year before. The experience economy is now worth over $2 trillion. This is a lot of money, especially when many people think the economy is not doin
A unique spot that combined a restaurant, brewery, and farm has packed up and is heading to Baton Rouge. The place, known as Istrouma at Sugar Farms, shut its doors in St. Gabriel and shared the news on Instagram. It was a cool spot that opened in 2020, serving up pizza and tacos made with fresh ing
