In the second part of a monthlong series, Pete Wells and experts say the easiest way to a better diet is to surround yourself with the right foods. By Pete Wells A reporter for the Food section, Pete Wells was The Times’s chief restaurant critic for 12 years. Published Jan. 12, 2026Updated Jan. 12, 2026…
Welcome to Day 2 of the Brain Health Challenge. Today, we’re talking about food. Your brain is an energy hog. Despite comprising about 2 percent of the average person’s body mass, it consumes roughly 20 percent of the body’s energy. In other words, what you use to fuel yourself matters for brain health. So what…
Jul 12, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Miami Marlins outfielder Derek Hill (3) hits an RBI single during the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images Two teams that have long climbs if they’re going to reach the postseason needed a sweep this weekend, but…
Jun 1, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown (58) pitches against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images Even when Houston right-hander Hunter Brown hasn’t been that sharp, he finds a way to display his dominance. However, Brown hopes to be better…
Jul 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) on deck during the fifth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The Houston Astros turned the trade deadline into a reunion Thursday as they reacquired shortstop Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins. Houston sent the Twins left-handed pitching…
Jul 18, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies right fielder Tyler Freeman (2) reacts from second on a ground rule double in the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images The Colorado Rockies took a big step toward winning their first home series of the season on…
Dec 21, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (8) catches a pass against Houston Texans linebacker Christian Harris (48) and safety Jimmie Ward (20) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio said the team is…
In the last part of a monthlong series, Pete Wells and experts suggest how to sidestep the perils of alcoholic or sugary beverages. By Pete Wells A reporter for the Food section, Pete Wells was The Times’s chief restaurant critic for 12 years. Published Jan. 26, 2026Updated Jan. 26, 2026 Reset Your Appetite This is…
Mar 27, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Jasmine Paolini (ITA) hits a forehand against Aryna Sabalenka (not pictured) in a women’s singles semifinal on day ten of the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images) Italian sixth seed Jasmine Paolini is one step closer to winning her national open after rallying past…
Feb 15, 2025; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Nick Sanchez (48) during qualifying for the United Rentals 300 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images HAMPTON, Ga. — Nick Sanchez charged to the front after a restart with seven laps left in the Focused Health 250 and held off…
