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crime4 days ago•2 min saved

Keegan Allen Details Armed Robbery in West Hollywood via Bloodied Instagram Video

Actor Keegan Allen, known for 'Pretty Little Liars,' reported being the victim of an armed robbery in West Hollywood on Thursday night. He shared a video on Instagram showing himself covered in blood in a parking lot, stating that two masked men struck him with a gun and stole his watch. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department confirmed a robbery report at the location but did not publicly name Allen. The suspects fled in a vehicle, and Allen was treated at the scene and released.

via Los Angeles Times|

#armed-robbery #crime #keegan-allen

entertainment4 months ago•33 min saved

Barry Manilow, 82, Says He’s Had Just One Facelift—and He’s Proud of It

Barry Manilow, 82, told the Los Angeles Times he had one facelift in LA (with hints of minor procedures since) and says he does not get Botox, while a Guardian interview recalls the brutal early criticism of his looks and music, though he brushes it off and remains confident about his appearance.

via Yahoo News Singapore|

#barry-manilow #cosmetic-procedures #entertainment

entertainment9 months ago•3 min saved

Vince Zampella, Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Dies in Car Crash

Vince Zampella, a key figure in the development of the 'Call of Duty' franchise and Respawn Entertainment, died at 55 in a high-speed Ferrari crash on Angeles Crest Highway. The accident involved a 2026 Ferrari 296 GTS and is under investigation, with no confirmed details on alcohol or drugs. Zampella was also known for his passion for sports cars and his influential role in modern gaming, leaving behind a legacy that continues to impact the industry.

via Los Angeles Times|

#call-of-duty #car-crash #entertainment

music1 year ago•2 min saved

Coachella 2026 Lineup Announced with Bieber, Carpenter, and G Headlining

The 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival lineup features headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, with a diverse range of acts including Radiohead, Iggy Pop, The Strokes, and K-pop stars like Bigbang. The festival will take place in Indio from April 10-12 and 17-19, with new features like group camping and ticket options. Tickets go on sale September 19.

via Los Angeles Times|

#coachella-2026 #festival #headliners

business1 year ago•5 min saved

Rupert Murdoch's New Tabloid Set to Launch in California in 2026

Rupert Murdoch's News Corp plans to launch The California Post in Los Angeles, aiming to challenge The Los Angeles Times with a tabloid-style newspaper and capitalize on the digital success of the New York Post, potentially sparking a new media rivalry in the region.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#business #los-angeles-times #media-competition

business1 year ago•2 min saved

Los Angeles Times to Go Public, Says Owner Patrick Soon-Shiong

The Los Angeles Times will become a publicly traded company, announced by owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, aiming to democratize ownership and rebuild trust in media, with the transition expected over the next year.

via Variety|

#business #los-angeles-times #media-ownership

crime1 year ago•4 min saved

Manson Follower Patricia Krenwinkel Recommended for Parole

Patricia Krenwinkel, a former Manson family member convicted of notorious murders, has been approved for parole after 54 years in prison, but her release awaits final approval from Governor Gavin Newsom, who previously reversed her parole. Krenwinkel has participated in therapy and been deemed no longer a safety risk, but her case remains controversial due to the heinous nature of her crimes and opposition from victims' families.

via Los Angeles Times|

#crime #gavin-newsom #los-angeles-times

media1 year ago•2 min saved

LA Times to Introduce AI-Driven Bias Meter on Articles

Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the Los Angeles Times, plans to introduce an AI-powered 'bias meter' to assess the bias of article sources, aiming to provide balanced perspectives. This move follows controversies under his ownership, including blocking the endorsement of Kamala Harris, which led to staff resignations and subscriber cancellations. Soon-Shiong's initiative has faced criticism from the LA Times staff union, which defends their adherence to ethical journalism standards. The bias meter is part of his broader effort to include more conservative voices in the paper's opinion section.

via The Guardian|

#ai-bias-meter #editorial-board #los-angeles-times

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

NFL Week 10: Picks, Predictions, and Post-Trade Buzz

Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer provides predictions for Week 10 matchups, highlighting key games such as the Ravens vs. Bengals and the Rams vs. Dolphins. The article discusses team performances, player conditions, and betting lines, with Farmer predicting wins for the Ravens, Giants, Chiefs, Bears, Bills, Vikings, Falcons, 49ers, Commanders, Chargers, Eagles, Jets, Lions, and Rams. The analysis includes insights on player impacts and team strategies.

via Yahoo Sports|

#football #los-angeles-times #nfl

art-and-design2 years ago•2 min saved

"Philip Guston's Teen Drawings Unveil a Forgotten Comic Era"

Philip Guston's early teenage drawings for The Los Angeles Times's Junior Club, now in the public domain, reveal his budding talent and provide insight into his artistic development. These apprentice cartoons, created between 1925 and 1929, showcase characters like Kolly-Jit and Skinny Slats, reflecting Guston's early influences and the vibrant youth culture of the time.

via The New York Times|

#art-and-design #cartoons #junior-club

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Controversy and Triumph: The Complex World of Women's College Basketball"

Los Angeles Times writer Ben Bolch issued an apology for a column previewing the LSU women’s basketball team, which LSU head coach Kim Mulkey criticized as "sexist" and "awful." Bolch described the players as "villains" and "dirty debutantes," prompting Mulkey to call out the column for attacking her players. Bolch apologized for his choice of words, acknowledging the deeply offensive connotations and associations, and the LA Times updated the column to remove inappropriate and offensive language, issuing an apology to the LSU basketball program and readers.

via Fox News|

#basketball #kim-mulkey #los-angeles-times

sports-media2 years ago•3 min saved

"Jim Acosta Criticizes LA Times for Labeling LSU Women 'Dirty Debutantes' in Woke-Off"

CNN host Jim Acosta criticized the Los Angeles Times for referring to the LSU women's college basketball team as "dirty debutantes" in a commentary piece, prompting a discussion on race and media bias. The LA Times and author Ben Bolch have since apologized and removed the phrase from the story. The controversy reflects a shift in media narratives surrounding the LSU team, from being portrayed as a victim to facing criticism, highlighting the complexities of media coverage in sports.

via Outkick|

#apology #jim-acosta #los-angeles-times

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"Apology Issued for Inappropriate LSU Women's Basketball Column"

Los Angeles Times columnist Ben Bolch apologized for his "not appropriate" column previewing the LSU and UCLA Sweet 16 matchup, which sparked widespread criticism for its sexist and offensive language. LSU coach Kim Mulkey called the column "sexist" and "wrong," while players spoke about the toll of unfair criticism. UCLA coach Cori Close also apologized for sharing the column on social media without reading it. LSU players have faced sexism and racism in the spotlight, with guard Hailey Van Lith highlighting the bias and unfair treatment.

via The Athletic|

#basketball #los-angeles-times #lsu

sports-media2 years ago•2 min saved

"Controversy Surrounding LA Times Columnist's Apology for LSU Women's Team Remarks"

Los Angeles Times columnist Ben Bolch apologized for using "deeply offensive" descriptions of the LSU women's basketball team in a column about their NCAA tournament matchup with UCLA, acknowledging that his choice of words was wrong and not intended to be hurtful. LSU coach Kim Mulkey criticized the column as "sexist" and called out the offensive language, prompting the newspaper to update and remove the controversial phrases. This comes after Mulkey's public feud with the Washington Post over a profile that she deemed a "hit piece."

via Deadline|

#ben-bolch #kim-mulkey #los-angeles-times

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"LA Times Issues Apology to LSU Over 'Dirty Debutantes' Reference"

LSU Women’s Basketball Coach Kim Mulkey criticized a Los Angeles Times article that labeled her team as “dirty debutantes” and “villains,” calling it sexist and inappropriate. The newspaper later edited the piece, removed offensive language, and issued an apology to the LSU basketball program. UCLA coach Cori Close apologized for retweeting the column, and the column’s author, Ben Bolch, posted an apology on social media. Mulkey's players supported her and spoke out against the offensive language, with one player highlighting the racism and bigotry faced by some teammates.

via FOX 8 Local First|

#basketball #kim-mulkey #los-angeles-times