I’ve been waiting for a game to really show off the PS3’s graphical powers. There’ve been some really nice ones so far, but “MotorStorm” is the first to truly impress me.

The very first song on Amy Winehouse’s new album, the irresistible “Rehab,” may be the one that stereotypes her the most.

LOS ANGELES — An ancient battle. A little-known director. An R rating. No major movie stars.

“I Think I Love My Wife” — Chris Rock says his latest film is a more accurate reflection of who he is. It’s more realistic, more introspective, more subdued.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley and Friday Night Live will host monthly concert series for local high school students beginning Friday night at Club 1515, the Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club

TEHRAN, Iran — The hit American movie “300” has angered Iranians who say the Greeks-vs-Persians action flick insults their ancient culture and provokes animosity against Iran.

LOS ANGELES — Universal Pictures has come up with an unusual plan to try to fill theaters when its film “Peaceful Warrior” opens later this month: the company is giving away $15 million worth of free tickets.

LOS ANGELES — George Miller thought an adorable talking pig might be his ticket to an Academy Award a decade ago. He had to wait for some adorable singing and dancing penguins to bring his Oscar home.

HONOLULU — Chris Gardner is still pursuing happiness.

With no shortage of material to draw from, the Capitol Steps return to town last week, fresh jokes and all.

It is common enough to hear adults say they don’t understand teenagers.

Does your pet deserve a moment in the limelight? Send brief answers to these questions along with your name, town, phone number and a picture of your pet to jjones@napanews.com or Pic of the Litter, Napa Valley Register, P.O. Box 150, Napa CA 94559.

As residents of the Napa Valley, we quite often hear from far off friends and family hinting they'd love to come visit our bucolic wine country with its great wine, great food, spa pampering, sweeping vineyard views with great weather.

Napa FFA members attend leadership conference

Education

Copia is bringing the wines and foods of Spain and Portugal to Napa this month.

There’s a lot more to St. Patrick’s Day than Guinness and pinching those who don’t wear green.

For years, horseradish has enjoyed a place of privilege at the seder, the carb- and symbolism-heavy meal that celebrates Passover.

Because 1.5 billion Peeps a year simply aren’t enough.

NEW YORK — Elaine Bloom’s Passover seder was interrupted one year when several guests had to leave unexpectedly to care for their child.

Pat Kuleto’s having fun.

Nonprofit organizations around the state are holding their breath. When legislation passes and is signed by the governor allowing vintners to pour wine at charitable events regardless of the type of licenses they hold, those same organizations will breathe a sigh of relief.

Copia’s singing wine guy Burke Owens has announced he’s taken a new job with Bonny Doone Vineyard in the Santa Cruz mountains. Owens, who has shared his vocal talent as well as his wine expertise at many a Copia event, will be leaving the Copia staff at the end of March but will be back for special events at Copia.

Although pruning can't help but wound a plant, that wound needn't compromise the plant's health.

Doing battle against the clutter and germs that have sprouted in your home this winter is largely a matter of common sense: Dust, sweep, wash, throw out -- and move on.

LAWRENCEVILLE, Va. -- Welcome to the developing world of designer dirt and dirtless gardens.

Benjamin Franklin, while a minister to France, first suggested the idea of daylight saving time in an essay titled "An Economical Project for Diminishing the Cost of Light."

In this occasional series, we go behind the scenes and see how chefs work in their own, home kitchens, what's essential and what inspires them.

De-stressing tips

Janice (Jensen) Benson celebrates her 90th birthday in Napa today, March 11, with family members from Montana, Arizona, Florida, Southern California, Colorado and locally from Stockton, Sacramento and Napa.

Maggie Evans and Christopher Shawn Parks announce their engagement to be married on March 24 in Yountville.

ROTH -- Karen Roth vs. Byron Roth, Feb. 21, 2007

Queen of the Valley

ACEVES LLAMAS-MARIN GARCIA -- Jose Luis Aceves Llamas, 34, Sierra Avenue, Napa, to Guadalupe Marin Garcia, 30, Sierra Avenue, Napa.