Opinion: Who’s the vice-president elect? Elon Musk or JD Vance
The speaker of the House, the man second in line to the presidency — Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana — had to photobomb the much-shared…
How the Lakers landed hot-shooting rookie Dalton Knecht
Almost 11 months ago to the date, Dalton Knecht was in his worst slump of the season. The jump from the Big Sky Conference to…
‘History will not be kind’ to Joe Biden as ex-Obama official says president is to blame for Kamala Harris ‘debacle’
A WHITE House official under Barack Obama has warned that "history will not be kind to Joe Biden," and says the blame for Kamala Harris'…
People who like sweet food tend to be kind and helpful, study claims
PEOPLE who like sweet food tend to be kind and helpful, a study claims.Researchers believe many learn to be friendly in childhood to get sugary…
Dailyn Rodriguez tells Latino stories on ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ series
“The Lincoln Lawyer,” one of Netflix’s most popular series, returned Oct. 17 for a nail-biting Season 3. Behind the thrilling storylines is showrunner Dailyn Rodriguez.Based…
Why the Trump-Harris race looks so impossibly close
The political analyst Samuel Lubell introduced the concept of the sun and moon parties in 1951. The sun party is the majority party, and “it…
Vance and Walz debate showdown could matter — on the margins
Many voters know little about Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the men selected to be one heartbeat away from the presidency.…
Katy Perry’s ‘143’ is slick with flop sweat
When in doubt, call in the kid.That’s the unfortunate stratagem Katy Perry resorts to at the end of her new album, “143,” in a groaner…
In 'My Old Ass,' an uncertain teen speaks to her future self, with wry two-way wisdom
Former "Nashville" child star Maisy Stella returns to acting with a witty big-screen debut as a teen who chats with her older self, played by…
‘Look Into My Eyes’ review: Complex profile of NYC psychics
As Lana Wilson’s documentary about psychics “Look Into My Eyes” opens, a gray New York sky hovers above a nondescript building. A modest yellow glow…
‘How to Die Alone’ review: Natasha Rothwell on seeking self-acceptance
In “How to Die Alone,” creator-star Natasha Rothwell (“Insecure,” “Saturday Night Live”) plays Melissa, or Mel, described by Hulu, where it premieres Friday, as “a…
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor believes you can handle ‘Nickel Boys’
TELLURIDE, Colo. — Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor is listening to Louis Armstrong singing “Makin’ Whoopee” on her phone as I slide into a booth at a Telluride hotel…
At Telluride, 'Conclave' pleases, even if other Oscar hopefuls aren't ready for prime time
World premieres of "Nickel Boys," "Conclave" and "Saturday Night" see freshness colliding with nostalgia, while Angelina Jolie's turn in "Maria" doesn't hit the rafters. Source…
Intocable’s Grammy wins, 30 years in music and ‘Modus Operandi’
How does a legendary band in the highly competitive field of norteño music celebrate three decades of non-stop hitmaking?Most would be perfectly content with a…
What kind of prosecutor was Kamala Harris? The answer may be pivotal
The presidential campaign is shaping up to be a tale of two prosecutors, both named Kamala Harris.Harris’ record as a tough-on-crime prosecutor was a constant…
A different kind of Trump goes on display
The pork sausage was a sign that this was going to be different. Or at least, that it was meant to be.Like a grocery store…
Scarface actor Ángel Salazar dead at 68 as fans pay tribute to ‘tremendous’ and kind’ star with long career
SCARFACE actor Ángel Salazar has died at the age of 68. Though best known as Al Pacino's trusted sidekick Chi Chi in the Brian DePalma-directed…
Jack Flaherty delivers strong start, Dodgers rout Athletics
OAKLAND — There was no primal scream, no exaggerated fist pump, and very little outward emotion from the Dodgers’ newest pitcher. Instead, in the defining…
San Diego Comic-Con at center of human-trafficking sting
A team of federal, state and county investigators rescued 10 people and arrested 14 during an undercover human-trafficking sting at San Diego’s Comic-Con International, which…
Oprah, Gayle King squash lesbian talk: ‘We would tell you!”
For more than 30 years, Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King have shared a special and intimate bond — and it’s all platonic. The pair of…