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Bad Dads Gone Wild: Our Critic’s Favorite Films of 2025

Dark comedies and disappointing dads dominated the cinematic landscape this year.

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Baltimore’s Best Places to Party on New Year’s Eve

Don't drop the ball on making plans this year. From casual cocktails to glitzy galas, here's your guide to ringing in 2026.

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Our Food & Dining Editor’s Best Baltimore Bites of 2025

“This was the year that comfort food soothed my soul (and stomach), and made everything feel just a little bit lighter,” writes deputy/food and dining editor Jane Marion.

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History & Politics

The Story of the Baltimore Cat That Joined the Coast Guard During World War II

Before the Navy started restricting animals on ships, it issued an official port of Baltimore photo I.D. to Herman the Cat: Expert Mouser—a favored feline in service on its docks.