I've spent years visiting the BNP Paribas Open. It's still 'Tennis Paradise,' but it's no longer a hidden gem.

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The author at the BNP Paribas Open 2026.
The author at the BNP Paribas Open 2026.

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4 of the best and 4 of the worst outfits at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival

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Kate Hudson at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival.
Kate Hudson at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival.

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26-foot Marilyn Monroe statue in Palm Springs set to be moved following controversy

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Protesters gathered in front of the "Forever Marilyn" statue on its return to Palm Springs in 2021.

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It's hard to make friends in Palm Springs because, in my 50s, I'm one of the younger residents. Many retirees move here.

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Shelly Karpaty says she recently moved to Palm Springs, California, where most people are retired.

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