Ben Youngs: Former England scrum-half underwent heart surgery this year
Former England scrum-half Ben Youngs says he underwent heart surgery this year after collapsing during an open training session with Leicester Tigers.The 34-year-old, who is…
TIFF 2024: Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson lead world premieres
The Toronto International Film Festival announced two of the most high-profile sections of the upcoming event on Monday, with 63 films in the Gala and…
Can Nathan Hochman win L.A. D.A. election by not being Gascón?
While she waited for the man she hopes will defeat Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. George Gascón in November, Mary Klein slathered her face with…
California Democrats urge delegates to back Harris. Will they listen?
With President Biden dropping out of the presidential race, California is poised to play a critical role in selecting a new Democratic nominee. The state…
Tadej Pogacar wins the Tour de France for a third time
Tadej Pogacar had no need to attack on the final stage of the Tour de France. Defending a lead of more than five minutes in…
Ana María Orozco is at ease returning to Betty, la fea
Ana María Orozco, who starred in “Yo Soy Betty, la Fea,” in Miami this month. The actor is reprising her role for Prime Video’s “Betty,…
Ron Washington is given ball from last out of Angels’ final Oakland visit
OAKLAND — The ball from the final out safely in Kevin Pillar’s glove, teammate Jo Adell reminded the veteran center fielder he might just want to…
Dodgers hit six home runs in sweeping win over Boston Red Sox
Dave Roberts didn’t mention Gavin Lux by name when discussing the Dodgers’ infield plans a few weeks ago.Given the makeup of their roster, he didn’t…
Newsom endorses Kamala Harris for president after Biden drops out
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, hours after President Biden announced he would not seek reelection.Newsom and Harris rose…
Angels surge late to end their losing streak against A’s
OAKLAND — Kevin Pillar hit a two-run double in the eighth as the Angels rallied against Oakland’s bullpen Sunday, beating the Athletics 8-5 in what likely…
Dropping out of the race is one of Biden’s most patriotic moments
I’m sure it doesn’t feel this way to President Biden now, given the fighter he is, but stepping down was the right thing for him…
The Democratic convention will replace Biden. It’s a proven system
Now that President Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the nominee, it will ultimately…
Xander Schauffele wins British Open for second major title of year
TROON, Scotland — Xander Schauffele won the British Open on Sunday for his second major of the year, delivering a masterpiece at Royal Troon with a…
Tom Sandoval reversing Ariana Madix invasion-of-privacy suit
“Vanderpump Rules” star Tom Sandoval is standing down in his legal scuffle against ex-girlfriend Ariana Madix. Sandoval, whose cheating scandal last year rocked the “Vanderpump…
How Cypress coach Scott Pickler became a Cape Cod League staple
SOUTH YARMOUTH, Mass. — A breeze strong enough to rustle the lush green canopy of oak trees towering over the outfield fence at Red Wilson Field,…
More than 20 killed in Bolivia’s worst road accident this year | News
Initial investigation shows that the truck had crossed into the opposite lane while trying to overtake another vehicle.A head-on collision between a truck and a…
Larry Vallon, L.A. exec behind Universal Amphitheatre, dies
Larry Vallon, the longtime concert executive for AEG and others who turned the Universal Amphitheatre into a regional powerhouse, has died. He was 77.A representative…
Latin Grammy music stars react to their 2024 lifetime award honors
Latin music acts Albita, Los Ángeles Azules, Draco Rosa and others will be honored in Miami this November at the 2024 Latin Grammys with special…
Who are Americans jailed in Russia, prospects for their release?
TALLINN, Estonia — Arrests of Americans in Russia have become increasingly common with relations sinking to Cold War lows. U.S. citizens jailed on various charges in…
How Secret Service protection changed for presidents over the years
WASHINGTON — During Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, anyone could come to the White House and see him. Come they did: mothers looking to have their sons released…