Angel City appoints Alexander Straus as head coach
So, Angel City's got a new head coach, Alexander Straus from Bayern Munich. Taking over after Becki Tweed got the boot in December. Sounds like Straus has been kicking butt over in Germany, with...
Sarah Ashlee Barker: Overcoming Adversity to Become a Pro
So, this girl, Sarah Ashlee Barker, had a rough start to her basketball dreams. Like, she was on the brink of losing it all at 13. Imagine that, being so young and facing a...
Austin Reaves’ Rise to Lakers’ Big 3
Man, Austin Reaves has really been making a name for himself with the Lakers. JJ Redick has been hyping him up like crazy, and it's clear the team sees something special in him. It...
Can Dodgers Provide Shohei Ohtani More RBI Opportunities?
Shohei Ohtani isn’t exactly known for coming out of the gate swinging. He’s not all about that hot start life, ya know? Like, he's chill at the plate, taking his time to warm up....
Phoenix Ikner: Alleged FSU Gunman and Son of Deputy Sheriff
So, like, the suspect in the FSU shooting? Yeah, turns out he's the son of a deputy sheriff. Crazy, right? His mom has been working for the Leon County Sheriff's Office for, like, 18...
Luka Doncic’s Potential for Another Epic Playoff Moment
Man, Luka Doncic's playoff moments are just epic, you know? Like that Game 2 in the Western Conference finals in 2024 when he just owned Rudy Gobert in the final seconds. The guy is...
Writers Guild bans Martin Scorsese, Randall Emmett project participation
So, the Writers Guild of America West has put the brakes on Martin Scorsese and Randall Emmett's new project. Apparently, Emmett has a bit of a track record when it comes to not paying...
CBS secures temporary victory over Sony in game show battle
So, CBS just got a little breather in this whole legal tussle with Sony over "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy." Some judges in California hit the pause button on a ruling that basically said...
Impact of Tariffs on Disney’s Theme Park Economy
So, Disney's theme parks might be in trouble because of all this tariff talk. I mean, who knew that trade wars could affect whether or not people decide to go on a roller coaster?...
U.S. Judge Finds Google’s Online Ad Tech Monopoly
So, like, this whole Google ad tech monopoly thing is a big deal, right? A federal judge just said that Google is too powerful when it comes to online advertising stuff. They've got a...
Southern California Edison Planners and Technicians Union Election
So, there's this whole thing going down at Southern California Edison. A bunch of planners, designers, and field technicians are like, 'Hey, let's unionize!' and they're all about it. They filed a petition for...
Congressmen Raise Concerns Over Data Privacy Amid 23andMe Bankruptcy
So, like, three congressmen are all up in arms about data privacy, you know? It's been a few weeks since 23andMe went bankrupt and now everyone is freaking out about what's gonna happen to...
Revisiting ‘The Wedding Banquet’: A Review
So, back in 1993, when Ang Lee dropped "The Wedding Banquet," gay marriage was still illegal. Crazy, right? But Lee wasn't about to sugarcoat stuff for us. Nope, he laid it out real, showing...
Netflix reports strong earnings amidst economic challenges
So, Netflix is out here killing it in the first quarter, making bank despite all the economic chaos happening globally. Revenue up 13% to $10.5 billion — that's a lot of zeros, you know?...
Handsome Men, Horses, and Drama in Netflix’s Ransom Canyon
So, Netflix has this new show called "Ransom Canyon," and it's like "Virgin River" but set in Texas. You know, pretty people, love, drama, all that good stuff. The main couple, Staten and Quinn,...
Warning: Mexico cautions against U.S. drone strikes on cartels
So, Mexico is like, 'hold up, U.S., don't be thinking about drone strikes on cartels.' President Claudia Sheinbaum is all, 'We ain't about that intervention life.' She's making it crystal clear that Mexico ain't...
Tijuana River: Nation’s 2nd Most Endangered Waterway
So, the Tijuana River is basically a hot mess. I mean, it's been dealing with sewage and industrial waste from Tijuana for, like, forever. And that's not cool, you know? 'Cause it's polluting beaches...
Narrowing Endangered Species Act: Redefining ‘Harm’ Under Trump Administration
So, the Trump administration is at it again, trying to shake up the Endangered Species Act by redefining the whole idea of 'harm.' Like, seriously? They want to change the definition so that only...
Fatal High-Speed Pursuit Crash: Anaheim Police Kill Driver in Orange County
So, like, there was this whole crazy high-speed chase in Anaheim, right? It all started with a shooting at a motel, and then the suspect just took off in his truck. The cops were...
Seafood Sustainability: Increase Consumption of Four Key Contributors
Sustainability, man, it's a big ol' can of worms. But seafood sustainability? Surprisingly, it's not as complicated as you'd think. And guess what? It's all on us, the consumers. So, here's the deal: mix...
NJ Congressman Norcross hospitalized with sepsis, in intensive care.
Yo, so apparently New Jersey Congressman Norcross is in the hospital, like, intensive care and all that jazz. His office spilled the beans on Tuesday about this medical event he's dealing with. Apparently, he...
Man claiming captivity releases statement: Call me ‘S.’
So, there's this whole crazy story about a guy who claims he was held captive in his own home for 20 years. Can you even imagine that? I mean, 20 years is a lifetime....
L.A. Chef Masters Laid-Back Seafood with Million Oysters
So, there's this chef in L.A., Ari Kolender, who's all about seafood. He's got Found Oyster and Queen St., and now there's a cookbook too. Apparently, he didn't grow up eating a lot of...
Top 21 New Cookbooks for Spring 2025
Alright, so new cookbooks for spring are here, and apparently, they're supposed to be a big deal. Los Angeles is really hyped about it this year, with writers and chefs like Nicole Rucker and...
NYC Bars, Restaurants Prepare for Beer Worker Strike Consequences
So, there's this whole situation in NYC with beer delivery folks going on strike. Apparently, the union and Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors couldn't come to an agreement, and now 600 workers are out...
Stock Market Plunges: Dow Drops 700 Points, Nasdaq Tumbles 3%
So, stocks are taking a nosedive today. The Dow lost 700 points, Nasdaq tanked 3%, and the S&P 500 dropped by 2.24%. The culprit? A dire warning from Nvidia and some tariff concerns from...
Harvard Professor Challenges Trump: Study on Dictatorships
Man, after Trump got reelected, Harvard prof Steven Levitsky was crushed, like straight up fetal position, ice cream and hockey kinda mood. He's a big deal in the political science world, wrote a book...
Starbucks Barista Dress Code Revealed: A Sneak Peek
So, Starbucks is changing up its dress code for employees, making it all about that iconic green apron. They want customers to feel that sense of familiarity no matter which store they stroll into....
Yankees and Mets Rankings in CNBC’s 2025 MLB Valuations
Alright, so who's on top of the MLB franchise game in 2025? Well, according to CNBC, it's none other than the New York Yankees. Those pinstriped legends are sitting pretty at number one with...
Homeless Man Wins $2.4M Lawsuit, Disappears: California Case
So, get this — eight years ago, Daniel Ridge started a legal battle against his old boss for firing him from his gig at a morgue. At the same time, he was battling his...
Conservative Justices May Block Tax Dollars for Religious Schools
Alright, so here’s the deal. Way back in 1805, New York had this arrangement with the Free School Society. The state gave them money, and in return, they had to educate poor kids in...
NTSB Report: Leadership Failure & Training Lack in Newark Ship Fire
Alright, so here's the deal - the National Transportation Safety Board is calling out the Newark fire department for not being prepared to handle a massive cargo ship fire that went down at the...
Luigi Mangione Indicted for Killing UnitedHealthcare CEO
Okay, so get this - Luigi Mangione got indicted for allegedly killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson. And get this, they're saying it might be a death penalty case. Crazy, right? The feds...
Parenting Tips: Finding Guidance in the Stars
So, ever since I became a parent, one of the things I oddly look forward to is taking out the trash on garbage night. It's like a mini escape from the chaos of parenting,...
Constitutional Crisis: Unveiling Real Contributors
Alright, let's talk about what's really going on here. The U.S. is definitely in a tough spot, no doubt about it. President Trump has been making some pretty bold moves that don't exactly line...
Survey Finds Recovery Signs in Half of World’s Endangered Sea Turtle Populations
So, guess what? A new survey just came out, and it's actually kinda good news for sea turtles! Like, half of the world's endangered sea turtle populations are showing signs of recovery. How cool...
Former NYC Councilman Indicted on Child Porn Charges: Miami Arrest
So, this former NYC councilman, Daniel Halloran, who's already got some shady history with prison time for bribery, got himself into a whole new mess down in Miami. Picture this: he was just about...
Consequences of President and Federal Government Ignoring Judge’s Orders
So, the Trump administration has been accused of ignoring or straight-up defying federal court orders, including one from the Supreme Court about releasing a guy from a Salvadoran prison. The federal judge in charge...
Americans Fed Up with Federal Waste; Republicans Take Note
Honestly, the federal budget is a total mess right now. Despite all the talk about cutting costs and bringing in revenue through tariffs, Americans are not fooled. We were promised smart business decisions and...
Toxic Algae Bloom Threatens Adult and Baby Pelicans
Hey guys, have you heard about the current crisis going on with the brown pelicans in Southern California? It's honestly heartbreaking. These poor birds are either sick or starving, and it's all because of...
Outrage in Bay Area Over Viral Racist Video
Hey, have you heard about the crazy video that's got everyone in Pinole fired up? It's like, all over social media, and people are seriously ticked off. This lady in a blue car just...
Tufts University Student Denied Bond by Judge
So, get this — a Tufts University student named Rümeysa Öztürk got denied bond by an immigration judge. Can you believe it? She was just out trying to meet up with friends to break...
Spotify Outage Update: Latest News and Information
Hey, so guess what? Spotify had a bit of a hiccup today, but don't worry, it's back up and running now. If you were one of the unlucky ones who couldn't get their music...
NJ Transit engineers reject labor deal, strike potential rises
Alright, so here's the deal - the New Jersey Transit train engineers said, "Nope," to the labor agreement with management. And guess what that means? Yep, you guessed it - a strike could be...
Altadena Residents Fear Long-Term Health Effects from Standing Homes
Alright, so let me break it down for you. Picture this, two Altadena residents — Francois Tissot, who's like a super smart Caltech professor, and Jane Potelle, a total environmental warrior — had to...
























































