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entertainment2 days ago•7 min saved

Lopez Flaunts Fresh Luxury at Her $18M Hidden Hills Renovation During Family Weekend

Jennifer Lopez spent Memorial Day weekend with her children at her newly renovated $18 million Hidden Hills estate, which she purchased for about $17.5 million in February 2025 after finalizing her divorce from Ben Affleck. The updates include a brighter poolside cabana, grass-covered lounging areas, and an overall facelift across the property, which also comprises a main residence, guesthouse, pool house, and a five-stall barn with a private equestrian arena, all managed by smart-home systems. Lopez shared photos and videos from the weekend on Instagram, including moments with her 18-year-old twins Max and Emme.

via Realtor.com|

#entertainment #hidden-hills #jennifer-lopez

politics2 days ago•103 min saved

White House Goes Full Circus as Trump Bets on UFC Birthday Bash

Trump is turning the White House into a major event venue for a June 14 UFC Freedom 250 birthday celebration, with cranes assembling a massive arch and a $400 million ballroom makeover underway, while UFC costs reportedly exceed $60 million. The spectacle, intended to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary and the president’s 80th, has critics arguing it’s a tacky, costly distraction and an eyesore amid ongoing renovations.

via The Daily Beast|

#donald-trump #politics #renovations

openclosed28 days ago•22 min saved

UWS Trader Joe’s to Close for Months-Long Renovation, Reopening TBA

The Trader Joe’s at West 72nd Street (2073 Broadway) will shut on May 17 for major renovations expected to last several months, including upgrades to refrigeration and vertical transportation; some staff will transfer to nearby stores, and the store says it will reopen as soon as possible.

via West Side Rag|

#closure #may-17 #openclosed

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Controversy over Harbour Town record reset sparks debate in RBC Heritage

On-course commentator John Maginnes criticizes the PGA Tour’s decision to credit Matt Fitzpatrick with a new Harbour Town course record (63) after renovations, calling it disrespectful to the previous holders of 61. Dame Laura Davies backs him, and the debate centers on whether course renovations justify resetting records as Fitzpatrick leads the RBC Heritage into the weekend.

via Golfmagic|

#course-record #harbour-town #matt-fitzpatrick

politics2 months ago•306 min saved

DOJ: No criminal evidence found against Powell in Fed HQ renovations

During a March 3 hearing, a federal prosecutor told Judge Boasberg there’s no evidence of fraud or criminal misconduct by Fed Chair Jerome Powell in the $2.5 billion Federal Reserve headquarters renovations, even as subpoenas were issued and then quashed amid questions about the case. The DOJ probe began in January amid Trump’s criticisms and concerns over Fed independence; Powell’s term ends in May, with former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh nominated to take his place, though some lawmakers want the probe resolved before confirming him. The Washington Post first reported the court remarks.

via CNN|

#doj #federal-reserve #judge-boasberg

sports2 months ago•13 min saved

UConn launches Phase 1 overhaul of Gampel Pavilion to upgrade basketball home

UConn Athletics announced the Phase 1 renovation of Gampel Pavilion, starting immediately with a roof replacement, a comprehensive Basketball Gameday Suite (recruiting lounge, sports medicine space, team and coaches’ locker rooms, coaches lounge and conference room), upgrades to officials’ locker rooms, a post‑game press space, and new grab‑and‑go concessions to ease crowding; the phase is targeted for completion in November 2026 and is funded by $99.4 million in non-tax revenue from UConn 2000 bonds. Phase 2, planned for March 2027, will add premium gameday spaces and philanthropy-focused areas plus a student‑athlete training table/nutrition; construction manager is DPR Construction, with S/L/A/M Collaborative as lead designer, Legends Global as owner’s representative, and Jack Porter handling graphics.

via University of Connecticut Athletics|

#basketball #gampel-pavilion #phase-1

politics2 months ago•14 min saved

Preservationists sue to block Kennedy Center renovations

Historic preservation groups filed a lawsuit to block proposed Kennedy Center renovations, arguing the plans could threaten the landmark’s historic status and violate preservation norms, highlighting the political and cultural tensions surrounding the center under the Trump administration.

via AP News|

#historic-preservation #kennedy-center #lawsuit

arts-and-entertainment2 months ago•20 min saved

Kennedy Center to Close for Two-Year Renovation, Backed by Trump Plan

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ board voted unanimously to close the venue for two years to undertake renovations estimated at about $200 million, proceeding with President Trump’s plan to overhaul the center.

via The Washington Post|

#arts-and-entertainment #donald-trump #kennedy-center

politics2 months ago•184 min saved

Trump-Backed Kennedy Center Board Approves Two-Year Renovation Shutdown

Trump-installed Kennedy Center board unanimously approved a two-year closure for renovations, saying the shutdown will speed up critical work on HVAC, electrical, and structural systems, with new seating and marble already purchased. The vote drew opposition from ex-officio lawmakers and Rep. Joyce Beatty, who is pursuing a federal lawsuit over process and voting rights. The plan could affect about 75–175 employees and comes as Trump reshapes the center’s leadership and funding.

via CNN|

#beatty #closure #kennedy-center

us-politics2 months ago•4 min saved

Kennedy Center Faces Board Vote Over Trump-Driven Renovation Shutdown

The Kennedy Center board will vote on a plan to close the center for two years for renovations, as proposed by President Trump, with the start date set for July 6. A federal judge required transparency and allowed ex officio member Rep. Joyce Beatty to participate and voice opposition, though not vote. The meeting materials released ahead of the vote provide few concrete renovation details beyond the closure and potential changes, fueling ongoing legal and political debate about the center’s future and leadership.

via The New York Times|

#board-of-trustees #donald-trump #joyce-beatty

politics2 months ago•37 min saved

Grenell's Kennedy Center Exit Triggers Renovation Tug-of-War

Richard Grenell resigns as head of the Kennedy Center amid a public clash with Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse over the center’s maintenance and a two-year, Trump‑backed renovation; Grenell pushed back on criticism on X, while Trump named Matt Floca to oversee operations during the renovation, which is tied to a roughly $200 million project.

via Yahoo|

#donald-trump #kennedy-center #politics

arts2 months ago•14 min saved

Kennedy Center Chief Grenell Leaves Amid Turmoil and Renovations

Richard Grenell is leaving as president of the Kennedy Center after a tumultuous year marked by cancellations and artist departures, as the center prepares to close for two years of renovations. Matt Floca will replace him, and the Trump administration highlighted Grenell’s coordination during the transition.

via The New York Times|

#arts #cancellations #kennedy-center

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Grenell to Step Down as Kennedy Center President Ahead of Major Renovation

Ric Grenell plans to step down as Kennedy Center president, to be replaced by Matt Floca, as the venue gears up for a two-year shutdown for renovations. Grenell will remain with the organization as an unpaid consultant. Trump has taken a hands-on role, with Floca expected to be involved in proposed changes, while the board moves toward approving the closure and funding, despite a related lawsuit and ongoing cost-cutting measures.

via Axios|

#grenell #kennedy-center #matt-floa

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Judge to rule soon on Kennedy Center closure amid Trump renovations

A federal judge pledged a rapid decision on the Kennedy Center’s future after an emergency hearing sparked by President Trump’s plan to close the center for major renovations; Rep. Joyce Beatty, a Kennedy Center trustee, sought court orders to obtain details about the closure and to permit her to speak at the board meeting, arguing information has been withheld. The DOJ said materials would be released at the meeting to ensure accuracy, and the judge also weighed a possible restraining order to pause employee terminations, performances cancellations, and any closure steps.

via WTOP|

#donald-trump #emergency-hearing #joyce-beatty

culture2 months ago•5 min saved

Kennedy Center faces lawsuits and leadership shakeup as renovations loom

On a chaotic Friday, the Kennedy Center announced a two-year renovation shutdown while contending with two lawsuits: it sued jazz drummer Chuck Redd for breach of contract over a canceled Christmas Eve gig, and Rep. Joyce Beatty moved to block President Trump’s plans to close or demolish the center. Amid the upheaval, NSO executive director Jean Davidson said she will resign at the end of March to lead California’s Wallis Annenberg Center, with the orchestra’s funding during renovations still in question.

via The Washington Post|

#culture #donald-trump #kennedy-center