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What’s so American about pie, anyway? We asked an IRL pie historian
For Rossi Anastopoulo, pie is more than just a crust and a filling. It’s a flaky, buttery, and sometimes even sticky lens through which to view the entirety of the American experiment. It’s pie history.
Recipe: Chocolate Haupia Pie, inspired by Ted’s Bakery in Hawaii
This pie blends coconut and chocolate flavors to add some Hawaiian flair to the Thanksgiving table.
On his own holiday, George Kittle again powers 49ers to victory
George Kittle became the fifth player in 49ers history with 500 catches, adding to his potential Hall of Fame case down the road. In the present, his energy lifted the 49ers past Dallas.
Apple launches the iPhone into the AI era with free software update
The upgrade to the iOS 18 operating system on Monday arrives more than a month after four iPhone 16 models equipped with the special computer chip needed to power the AI features went on sale.
Monday Morning Lights: South Bay public school powerhouses to renew rivalry
Los Gatos, Wilcox set for another clash. SI’s second-half magic returns. Mt. Diablo’s shoe game is strong, TCAL coaches have history, WCAL race going down to wire.
Jill On Money: Yes, everybody needs a will
It’s National Estate Planning Awareness Week, an opportunity for me to goad/guilt you into addressing this tough to embrace, but necessary task. Before you say, “that’s just for rich people,” remember that we all have possessions — they may not have huge monetary value, but they are still meaningful. We also have opinions about managing our
College Football Playoff projections: Notre Dame looms large over the selection process
Expansion of the College Football Playoff is arguably the greatest competitive change in the sport’s history — more significant than the move from the Bowl Championship Series to the four-team CFP a decade ago. Each week, the Hotline will dive into the 12-team CFP race with a look at the frontrunners, bubble teams and key
Why is a stray Clayton cat snubbing a nice shelter with a comfy bed?
And a reader wonders, was that a mountain lion in Lafayette?
TasteFood: Forget fruit crumble, make baked spiced pears with streusel
These easy baked pears can be served topped with Greek yogurt and honey or — if you’re feeling more decadent — whipped cream.
Congressional District 16: PACs spend big on Sam Liccardo and Evan Low
Outside groups have spent more than $4 million on Liccardo and Low.