Unhinged, A Dating Series: Love & Ambition
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Does being a successful career woman really hurt your dating prospects—or is men “marrying down” a myth?
The Best Cosplay from San Diego Comic-Con 2024
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From capes and spandex to homemade props and wild gadgets, these are our favorite looks
Stone Brewing Founder Makes Wild Heavy Metal Graphic Novel & Album
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The first of nine graphic novel origin stories for Metal Warrior will be available at Comic-Con along with 7-inch vinyls from the intergalactic group
Unhinged, A Dating Series: No Time to Wait
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Dating at an older age can sometimes put pressure on couples to shorten their timeline toward marriage and kids
The Belly Up Celebrates 50 Years with 50 Summer Shows
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Founded in 1974, the Solana Beach venue has welcomed major names—and some half-million visitors—during its five-decade history
Unhinged, A Dating Series: Singles Are Ditching Apps for In-Person Events
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As daters prioritize IRL hangouts, event companies and clubs are helping meet demand
Jakob Nowell Is Not Sublime’s Frontman
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Raised in San Diego, Bradley Nowell’s son returns home with his father’s band on July 20
Remembering Joan Jacobs’ Legacy
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Irwin Jacobs reflects on his life together with his wife of 70 years
Meet ICA San Diego’s 2024 NextGen Artists
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The institute’s annual program provides exhibition opportunities and professional development to seven local grads
San Diego Animal Shelters Are Severely Overcrowded
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The “why” behind the crisis—and how you can help
Unhinged: Can a Bad Relationship Make You a Bad Friend?
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The toll on our friendships is an under-discussed aspect of being in a toxic relationship
Unhinged, A Dating Series: The Cringiest Dating Stories in SD
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We asked our Instagram followers to share their worst experiences while trying to find love in the city—their answers didn’t disappoint
How San Diego is Rebuilding Its Fading Beaches
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Meet the dredge responsible for sandy summers in North County
Unhinged, A Dating Series: You’ll Find it When You Stop Looking
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Calling BS on the myth that you can only get into a relationship if you aren’t trying
I Tried It: Custom Floré Probiotics to Heal My Gut
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Could bespoke supplements from San Diego company Sun Genomics banish my chronic stomach issues?
Unhinged, A Dating Series: Q&A With Columnist Nicolle Monico
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In part two of editor Mateo Hoke’s conversation with the OB local, the two talk about what it takes to be ready for love
I Drastically Underestimated Martin Short’s Funny
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The new mayor of Harrah’s Southern California has never cooked a dinner in his life, hates red food, and would like to feed Eugene Levy a Balance Bar
Unhinged, A Dating Series: Dating After an Unhealthy Relationship
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How do we stop accepting the love we think we deserve and start letting ourselves be cared for?
Inside the Hotel del Coronado’s $550M Renovation
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The iconic 135-year-old property nears the end of its nearly eight-year project
How Dutch Indonesians Found Home in San Diego
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A social group is keeping culture alive through food, music, and stories
What Your Favorite San Diego Surf Spot Says About You
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A guide to the city’s best breaks and the locals that frequent them
10 Dating Questions with Unhinged Columnist Nicolle Monico
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The mind behind the series talks the best first date and breaking bad habits in part one of a two-part series
First Look: Eve, a New Venue From Petco Park Events
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From the people behind the East Village stadium and The Rady Shell comes an event venue with a view
Unhinged, A Dating Series: 20 Years Later, We’re Still Single
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Nothing and everything has changed in the dating scene in San Diego in the past two decades—and we still don’t know what we’re doing
What To Expect When You Are Expecting In San Diego
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How to choose the local team and setting that will support you during birth
Unhinged, A Dating Series: Finding Connection in A Disconnected World
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Just like the world outside of them, dating apps have become a new place since the pandemic—but our collective fatigue may be what brings us back together