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Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star was marred by vandalism days after her death, with a video showing shards from a broken candle near the star. The Hollywood Historic Trust is repairing it and it will be polished on Friday; officials say this may be the first vandalism of Parton’s star since its 1984 installation, and LAPD reported no official incident on file.
LA Times owner Soon-Shiong announced plans to take the newspaper public, sparking concerns among staff and analysts about the move's effectiveness in addressing the paper's financial struggles, with some questioning the viability of such a transition for a local newspaper.
Billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong plans to take the Los Angeles Times public within the next year, aiming to democratize ownership and restore trust in journalism amid ongoing financial struggles and staff conflicts.
The owner of the Los Angeles Times is planning to introduce a 'bias meter' alongside its news coverage. This initiative aims to provide readers with a tool to assess potential biases in the newspaper's reporting, reflecting a broader trend in media towards transparency and accountability.
LA Times reporter Ben Bolch apologized for a column that referred to LSU women's basketball players as "dirty debutantes" and portrayed the UCLA-LSU matchup as "good versus evil." LSU coach Kim Mulkey condemned the column as sexist and hurtful, prompting Bolch to publicly express remorse for his choice of words and metaphors. The column was later revised and republished with an acknowledgment that it did not meet editorial standards. Mulkey emphasized the importance of standing up against sexism and defended her team against unfair attacks.
LA Times reporter Ben Bolch apologized for a column that described LSU women's basketball players in a derogatory manner, prompting LSU coach Kim Mulkey to condemn the column as sexist. Bolch acknowledged his mistake in using offensive language and inappropriate metaphors, expressing regret for his choice of words. The column was later revised and republished with a note acknowledging that it did not meet editorial standards. Mulkey, addressing the issue, emphasized the need to combat sexism and protect young athletes from unfair attacks.
A controversial LA Times column criticizing LSU women’s basketball team was updated after coach Kim Mulkey called it "sexist," with phrases like "dirty debutantes" and "villains" removed. Mulkey condemned the column for its sexist tone and lack of respect for young athletes, and expressed disappointment that the paper did not reach out to her. This incident follows a public feud with the Washington Post, which recently published a profile on Mulkey detailing her relationships with family and players.
LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey criticized the Los Angeles Times for a column that described her players as "villains" and "dirty debutantes," calling it "sexist" and "awful." Mulkey defended her players, stating that she wouldn't allow attacks on young people and emphasized the importance of supporting her team. The LA Times has since edited the story, removing the controversial language, and admitted that it didn't meet its "editorial standards."
LSU head coach Kim Mulkey criticized the Los Angeles Times for a "sexist" article, prompting the paper to edit the controversial line. UCLA head coach Cori Close apologized for reposting the article without reading it. Mulkey, known for her outspoken nature, expressed her disinterest in social media and her plans to have lawyers review a Washington Post article about her. Despite controversy, Mulkey's boldness is seen as beneficial for women's basketball.
LSU coach Kim Mulkey criticized a Los Angeles Times column that portrayed her team's matchup against UCLA as a "reckoning" between good versus evil, calling it "sexist," "awful" and "wrong." She expressed her disapproval during a postgame news conference, stating that she won't allow attacks on young people and calling out the sexism in the article. LSU players also spoke out, feeling that people are rooting for them to lose because they unapologetically speak their minds.
Unionized Los Angeles Times staffers are planning a one-day strike, the first in the paper's 142-year history, in response to impending significant layoffs that could affect up to 20% of the newsroom. The staff is protesting management's request to weaken seniority protections in the union contract and the lack of transparency regarding the layoffs. The walkout comes amid financial struggles for the newspaper, with the owner reportedly losing $50 million annually. The union is demanding clarity on the layoffs, buyout options, and a clear plan for revenue growth from management.
The Los Angeles Times newsroom guild has called for a one-day walkout to protest planned staff cuts following substantial financial losses incurred by the paper's owner, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong. The proposed layoffs, which could affect about 20% of the newsroom, have sparked widespread anxiety and tensions within the organization. Management has asked the union to relax seniority provisions in its contract to save jobs, but union members are furious and view it as an "impossible choice." The one-day strike is aimed at demonstrating unity and extracting concessions from management, as the news industry continues to face challenges amid declining revenues and job cuts.
The New York Times has disbanded its sports department, reassigning journalists to a new unit within the business section that focuses on money and power in sports. The paper will now rely on sports coverage from The Athletic, which it acquired last year. The move comes after internal dissension and pressure to make something of The Athletic, which has posted significant operating losses. In a similar move, the Los Angeles Times is eliminating traditional sports coverage elements such as game stories and box scores.