Pop singer Rihanna being paid $8 million to turn on the Christmas lights at a London shopping mall. While for this much dough one would expect her to turn them on telepathically, at the very least, it will be the most expensive nanosecond in human history.

In this week's issue...

December 18, 2025
Let it snow

Although ski areas across the West have taken a hit, there’s still hope 

December 18, 2025
Look, but don't take

Lessons in pottery theft – and remorse – from SW Colorado

December 11, 2025
Big plans

Whole Foods, 270 apartments could be coming to Durango Mall parcel