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A Renaissance on Main Highway in Coconut Grove

A Renaissance on Main Highway in Coconut Grove

10 Best Reactions to DeSantis Suspending Presidential Bid

10 Best Reactions to DeSantis Suspending Presidential Bid

Farewell to Niven Patel's Orno and Mamey: A Love Letter to Coral Gables

By Cindy Ferreiro
Jan 11, 2024

Chef Niven Patel's break with the Thesis Hotel is unfortunate. But there's a love story to be told before all's said and done.
Dirty Dozen 2023: Get a Load of Miami's Most Unsavory Characters of the Past Year

By New Times staff and contributors
Jan 2, 2024

Welcome to New Times' annual salute to Miami's least reputable. It's a time-honored tradition!
Travis Scott Has Become a Problem for Hip-Hop

By Douglas Markowitz
Nov 15, 2023

Travis Scott represents the triumph of pop, consumerism, and the commercial music industry over hip-hop's radicalism.
She Said What She Said: Doja Cat and the Latest Wave of Satanic Panic

By Dinniah Bartholomew
Nov 14, 2023

On her fourth album, Scarlet, Doja Cat continues to do what she does best: trolling.
Why Are We Still Bothered by the Raunchiness in Sexyy Red's Music?

By Dinniah Bartholomew
Nov 7, 2023

There's a double standard regarding the criticism being lobbed at St. Louis rapper Sexyy Red.
Should I Shell Out $19.89 to See Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour in Theaters?

By Celia Almeida
Nov 2, 2023

Here's a ton of good reasons to shell out $19.89 — plus a few drawbacks.
This Year's Burning Man Was Not the National Disaster Everyone Made It Out to Be

By Kat Bein
Sep 14, 2023

Social media wanted to hear that we were starving and turning on each other at Burning Man — but in reality it was a celebration of humanity and kinship.
Every Season Is Bichota Season Thanks to Karol G

By Caroline Val
Aug 16, 2023

Karol G coined bichota as a means of creating an empowering embodiment for all, including women.
Yes, Beyoncé Is Still Underrated

By Celia Almeida
Aug 9, 2023

Two decades after her solo debut, Beyoncé still has her stiletto heels on our necks.
Sam Smith Goes From Your Mom's Favorite Singer to the Right's Favorite Villain

By Ashley-Anna Aboreden
Jul 21, 2023

Sam Smith's talent hasn't shielded them from being labeled "vulgar" and "Satanic" by conservative pundits.
The DeSantis Plan to Euthanize "Woke" Florida 2023: An Updated Scorecard

By Miami New Times staff and Tom Finkel
May 11, 2023

Can Florida survive the governor's presidential aspirations?
Marlins Fans Call Out David Samson for Gaslighting Team's Fanbase

By Ryan Yousefi
Apr 24, 2023

Marlins fans haven't taken too kindly to David Samson's gig criticizing the team he is blamed for wrecking.
Joe Carollo's Dogs and Cats Walkway Fails to Live Up to Miami's Public Art Legacy

By Douglas Markowitz
Feb 21, 2023

It feels both pointlessly extravagant and cheap despite costing nearly $1 million of public funds.
Dirty Dozen 2022: Miami's 12 Least Wanted

By Miami New Times staff
Dec 27, 2022

A list of scoundrels, rapscallions, and alleged criminals who stood out as cornerstones of South Florida dysfunction this year.
Rude Awokening: DeSantis Team Says Loud Part Out Loud

By Tom Finkel
Dec 7, 2022

Gov. Ron DeSantis' attorney Ryan Newman defined "woke" as the belief that "there are systemic injustices in American society."
Mike McDaniel's Face Said It All in Dolphins' 33-17 Blowout Loss to 49ers

By Ryan Yousefi
Dec 5, 2022

The Dolphins laid an egg on Sunday against the 49ers.
Musings While Trapped in a Miami Courthouse Elevator

By Joshua Ceballos
Nov 14, 2022

New Times reporter recounts his rescue from a federal courthouse elevator.
Re-Enter BangBros! Porn Producer Resubmits $10 Million Miami Heat Arena Naming-Rights Offer

By Ryan Yousefi
Nov 14, 2022

There's a rebound partner waiting in the wings for the county, one that isn't especially fussy about who it pairs up with.
Tua's Performance in Win Over Detroit Pushes Him Into MVP Discussion

By Ryan Yousefi
Oct 31, 2022

Tua Tagovailoa did something Hall of Fame legend Dan Marino never accomplished in his 17-season career.
Tua's Scary Head Injury Draws Scrutiny, Rebuke for Dolphins

By Ryan Yousefi
Sep 30, 2022

The Miami Dolphins can't have nice things, 2022 edition. News at 11.