‘The Alto Knights’ review: Two De Niros, many crime film nods
Martin Scorsese’s rueful, poignant 2019 drama “The Irishman,” starring longtime collaborator Robert De Niro, was a reflection on — or perhaps even a eulogy for…
An American wins the L.A. Marathon for the first time in 31 years
Matt Richtman won the 2025 L.A. Marathon on Sunday, marking the first time an American has won the race in 31 years.The former Montana State…
March Madness women’s tournament analysis: Teams, players to watch
Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo controls the ball against Duke in the semifinals of the ACC tournament on March 8. (Ben McKeown / Associated Press) No.…
Mirra Andreeva youngest Indian Wells champion since Serena Williams
INDIAN WELLS — Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva came back to beat No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the BNP Paribas Open on Sunday to make…
Alien Enemies Act: What is the 1798 law Trump invoked for deportations
President Trump on Saturday invoked the Alien Enemies Act for the first time since World War II, granting himself sweeping powers under a centuries-old law…
Two-minute TV shows have taken over China. Can they take over the world?
TAIPEI, Taiwan — A small-town hockey player who’s become a national superstar, a high-school sweetheart who’s scrubbing toilets, and a secret that will change everything:“He can never…
Galaxy beat Herediano to reach quarterfinals of Champions Cup
The Galaxy made history last season, winning a record sixth MLS Cup, going unbeaten in 21 matches at Dignity Health Sports Park and becoming the…
Why the Dodgers don’t need Shohei Ohtani to pitch to start the season
If there was one big surprise this spring, it was the Dodgers’ decision to have Shohei Ohtani “slow-play” his pitching program over the second half…
Dave Roberts is Dodgers’ real MVP? New contract removes all doubt
Nearly a decade ago, I was tipped off that an outlier had interviewed for the vacant Dodger managerial job.It was the first time anybody had…
Khalil Mack agrees to one-year, $18-million deal with Chargers
It’s the return of the Mack.Edge rusher Khalil Mack has agreed to a contract extension with the Chargers, the team announced Monday. ESPN first reported…
A homeless woman who occupied her old, vacant home is saying goodbye
She knew she had to go even though she couldn’t imagine moving somewhere else.Maria Merritt has lived in El Sereno the better part of 30…
Dodgers’ Michael Grove out for season after undergoing surgery
PHOENIX — Right-hander Michael Grove won’t pitch for the Dodgers this year after undergoing season-ending surgery last week to repair his right labrum.Grove walked into the Dodgers…
With three films, Kate Mara is this year’s unofficial queen of SXSW
Kate Mara will be everywhere at this year’s South by Southwest. After the world premiere of “The Astronaut” on Friday, the world premiere of “The…
‘Gracias Gustavo’: Details of the L.A. Phil’s plans for Dudamel’s final season
The end of a golden era approaches as the Los Angeles Philharmonic on Thursday announced details of the final season at Walt Disney Concert Hall…
Review: Conan O’Brien navigates Oscars through song, dance and awards
Another year, another Oscars, 97th in a series, presented live from the Dolby Theatre, on the former site of the Hollywood Hotel, structurally indistinguishable from…
Photos: The 97th Academy Awards
At the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, The Times’ photo team was out in force on the red carpet, capturing all the best looks as…
Roberta Flack: 10 essential songs
Roberta Flack used her upbringing as a classically trained pianist to redefine the textural and emotional terms of modern soul music. The singer, who died…
Oscars flashback: An Oscar for playing an Oscar winner
Never question the way Hollywood loves a good old biopic. After all, the 77th Academy Awards ceremony, held on Feb. 27, 2005, at the Kodak…
After nearly dying, Dustin May thrilled to be pitching for Dodgers
PHOENIX — Dustin May screamed into his cap after blowing a 95-mph fastball by Oscar Gonzalez for an inning-ending strikeout on Sunday, and when the Dodgers right-hander…
Dodgers rookie Roki Sasaki pleased with first live session of spring
PHOENIX — Everywhere Roki Sasaki looked Wednesday afternoon, curious eyes stared back at him.Facing hitters for the first time in Dodgers camp this spring, and still just…