LOS ANGELES — The Sparks made two major transactions Saturday, waiving fan favorite Kate Martin and releasing Alissa Pili as they are aiming to win consecutive games for the first time since mid-July. Martin, who was on a standard contract, …
Sparks waive Kate Martin, release Alissa Pili before Seattle game Read MoreGrandmaster Levon Aronian, one of the best players in the world, took on multiple registered players simultaneously during a special chess exhibition on Friday, Aug. 28, ahead of the 2026 Southern California Open Chess Tournament’s return to Glendale. Aronian is …
Chess champ takes on multiple foes to promote tournament’s return to Glendale Read More“New Girl” isn’t coming back anytime soon. Despite recent claims by Max Greenfield, who played Schmidt on the hit Fox sitcom, that he has read “amazing” scripts for a reunion, show creator Liz Meriwether insists, “There are no scripts.” I …
‘New Girl’ Reunion Is Not Happening: ‘There Are No Scripts,’ Says Creator Liz Meriwether Read MoreRay Winstone recently recalled to The Times of London that he once told off an unnamed director after he saw them “groping” his female co-star. “I had this director once,” Winstone said. “I was in a scene where I had …
Ray Winstone Told Off a Director Who Was ‘Groping’ His Female Co-Star During Filming: ‘Don’t You Dare Do That’ Read MoreReading Time: 2 minutes Lil Nas X is dealing with a devastating loss as he continues working on himself. The “Old Town Road” rapper announced Saturday that his mother, Tameka Hill, has died. Lil Nas X, whose real name is …
Lil Nas X’s Mother Dies Following His Arrest, Sobriety Journey Read MoreNEW YORK — Sydney Taylor was talking to herself during a dead ball. The Sky rookie practiced the motion of her jumper, then replayed the dribble move she had just made. The open pull-up had rattled around the rim. Another …
Sky rookie Sydney Taylor’s first slump is just part of becoming a star Read MoreThe Venice Film Festival is weighing scrapping its traditional opening jury press conference on the Lido. The festival, which kicks off Sept. 2 with the world premiere of Danny Boyle’s “Ink,” told Variety that the presser will “probably not” take …
Venice Film Festival Jury Press Conference ‘Probably Not’ Happening Due to Scheduling, Will Replace Event With Welcome Cocktails for Journalists Read MoreMINNEAPOLIS — It’s a “day-to-day operation” down the home stretch for White Sox manager Will Venable and his beleaguered pitching staff. Down a pair of starters and dealing with inconsistency from the rest of the rotation, Venable said he couldn’t …
Grant Taylor flexing his muscle for a flexible White Sox bullpen Read MoreThe Cubs‘ Pete Crow-Armstrong already had a pretty good case for National League Most Valuable Player. He made it even stronger Saturday, hitting three home runs for the first time in his career. Crow-Armstrong went deep twice against Reds starter …
Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong hits three home runs to bolster MVP case Read MoreChris Hansen recently gave his reaction to Robert Pattinson’s impression of him in the upcoming A24 drama-thriller “Primetime,” which chronicles Hansen’s stint as host of Dateline NBC’s “To Catch a Predator.” “I mean, obviously he has practiced imitating me, and …
Chris Hansen Says Robert Pattinson’s ‘Primetime’ Performance Is ‘Overly Dramatic,’ But His Wife and Kids Think It’s a ‘Pretty Good Imitation’ Read MoreMINNEAPOLIS — Designated hitter Andrew Benintendi hasn’t skipped a beat since returning to the White Sox’ batting order this weekend, going 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI in the series opener. His RBI single and solo home run made …
Andrew Benintendi’s bat, experience coming in clutch for first-place White Sox Read MoreGK Barry has bravely opened up about being raped as a teen (Picture: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock) TV star and influencer GK Barry has opened up about being raped aged 17 by an older boss. The TikTok sensation, who rose to online …
I’m A Celebrity’s GK Barry reveals harrowing rape ordeal for first time Read MoreThe Cook County Department of Public Health has reported the first four cases of West Nile virus in suburban Cook County this year and is urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites. All four cases were identified in adults, …
Suburban Cook County reports first 4 West Nile virus cases of 2026 Read MoreMINNEAPOLIS — White Sox starter Davis Martin was relegated to watching his teammates from afar while nursing a blister on the middle finger that has sidelined him for two weeks. Suffice to say he’s happy to be watching from the …
Davis Martin eyes return to rotation, and first-half form, for home stretch of White Sox’ playoff push Read MoreChicagoans gathered at Grant Park on Friday for a dance party at the Chicago House Music Festival and Conference. The park was filled with music, dancing, and performances that celebrated the city’s deep-rooted house music culture. Several DJs kept the …
Chicago House Music Festival filled Grant Park with sound and energy Read MoreOlivia Rodrigo’s inaugural Daisy Chain Fields has officially kicked off at Irvine’s Great Park. While attendees were ready to brace for the heat, as the high for the day was 95° with 48% humidity, that didn’t stop them from dressing …
PHOTOS: Daisy Chain Fields Festival fashion channels Coachella, Boho vibes Read MoreDETROIT — The Dodgers hit the road on Monday. They haven’t hit much else since then. Another sluggish offensive performance left the Dodgers’ bullpen living on the edge with no margin for error. Jack Dreyer made one in the ninth …
Dodgers on the wrong side of another 1-run game Read MoreI don’t usually write about restaurants when they’re going through a “soft opening” phase. Soft openings exist so a new restaurant can iron out the kinks, educate the staff, try out dishes, test the kitchen. Since the menu at Dalah …
Thai food is a tasty new experience at this Pasadena restaurant Read MoreReading Time: 2 minutes Lil Nas X is dealing with a devastating loss as he continues working on himself. The “Old Town Road” rapper announced Saturday that his mother, Tameka Hill, has died. Lil Nas X, whose real name is …
Lil Nas X’s Mother Dies Following His Arrest, Sobriety Journey Read MoreA blow for Spurs in their bid to make a final addition to their attack (Picture: CameraSport via Getty Images) Cody Gakpo has agreed to join Manchester City from Liverpool, rejecting the chance to join Tottenham. The Netherlands international emerged …
Liverpool star agrees to join Man City after rejecting £85m Tottenham transfer Read More