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Los Angeles Dodgers player Austin Barnes left Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins due to an incident involving Marlins hitter Nick Fortes' backswing. Initially, Barnes stayed in the game after consulting with medical and coaching staff, but later, he was substituted by Will Smith. Barnes' condition is currently under evaluation for potential structural damage and a concussion, making his return uncertain. The Dodgers view Barnes as an essential backup catcher and hope for a swift recovery. The Los Angeles Dodgers are leading the National League West with an 84-52 record, holding a 14-game advantage over the Arizona Diamondbacks. This strong position allows them to approach the playoffs with confidence. They plan to give some players extra rest and limit pitch counts to ensure they are well-prepared for the postseason. Last season, the Dodgers faced disappointment when the San Diego Padres upset them in the NLDS. This left a bitter taste in their mouths, as they believed they had the talent to reach the World Series. As the playoffs approach, the Dodgers are considered a formidable team. Their line-up boasts talented hitters, and their pitching staff, including stars like Mookie Betts and Clayton Kershaw, is equally robust. This LA Dodgers team is seen as having the potential for a successful postseason run.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) — Former Amazon executive Dave Clark on Wednesday announced that he will resign as CEO of Flexport, one of the best funded U.S. logistics startups.

Prince Harry recently made a solo appearance at a star-studded football match in Los Angeles. While other celebrities had their professional titles cited, the prince, alongside his wife Meghan Markle, had none mentioned. This has left many intrigued about the couple's current roles beyond their previous royal responsibilities.

Wells Fargo & Co.’s former head of retail banking should spend a year in prison for impeding a probe of the bank’s practice of opening millions of accounts for customers without their authorization, prosecutors said.

Cities across the U.S. have found relief from this summer’s record-setting heat with the help of technologies that shield roofs, pavement and other surfaces from the sun’s scorching rays.

NHL player for now. He has left behind Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid, who signed a $12.5 contract. Nathan MacKinnon has signed an eight-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche. Meanwhile, a Toronto Maple Leafs player signed a $53 million deal to extend his earlier contract for another four years. When this deal comes into effect in 2022, his average league-high will be $13.25 million.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence. He was booked and later released on a personal bond of $50,000. He pitched last time against the Braves on Friday. He will appear in court on September 27, in the last week of the MLB regular season.

Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas might be on the brink of divorce. While neither party has officially confirmed or denied these rumors, the story has been making headlines. Let's dive into what we know so far.

Investing.com — Here is your weekly Pro Recap of the past week's biggest headlines in the electric vehicle space: Tesla’s continued legal troubles; US commits to EV advancement; and China EVs shine in August.

Renaissance Tour performance at SoFi Stadium. The Friday night show was the first of three sold-out dates at the Inglewood stadium. In celebration of her upcoming birthday, Beyoncé asked her fans on Instagram to wear their best silver outfits for the last leg of her record-breaking world tour, and many stars followed suit. Among those donning shiny silver attire for the Los Angeles show were Issa Rae, Gabrielle Union, Kelly Rowland and Tracee Ellis Ross, among others.Pedro Pascal also made an appearance and was caught on camera by Sarah Paulson enthusiastically applauding and shouting his support for the Grammy-winning artist.

Messi continues to reshape Major League Soccer (MLS) dynamics, setting unprecedented records in ticket pricing and fan engagement. As Messi prepares for his upcoming match against Los Angeles FC (LAFC) with Inter Miami, ticket prices for this game have skyrocketed, making it the most expensive MLS fixture to date.

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Travis Barker had to make a sudden exit. The reason being given is a sudden emergency in Barker’s family. Travis Barker and his wife, reality television star Kourtney Kardashian are expecting their first child together. Kourtney had announced her pregnancy at Travis Barker and Blink-182’s concert in Los Angeles on June 18 this year. Travis had to excuse himself from the Blink-182 concerts in the near future due to a family emergency.Blink-182 announced on its official handle on X / Twitter: «Due to an urgent family matter, Travis has had to return home to the States.» The group further informed about the canceled shows. «The Glasgow, Belfast, and Dublin shows are being postponed. More information in regards to his return to Europe and rescheduled dates will be provided as soon as available.»

(Reuters) -Walt Disney and Charter Communications (NASDAQ:CHTR) traded salvos over their unresolved distribution agreement after several channels including ESPN went dark on Thursday for customers of Charter's Spectrum cable service.

Apollo Global Management Inc. hired BlackRock Inc. veteran Rick Moreno to bolster the buyout giant’s US team targeting investment firms for the ultra-rich.

Neil Pharaoh is a loyal Qantas Platinum frequent flyer who has flown with the airline since he was born. But he’s considering switching to Virgin after half his flights were cancelled or delayed in the past year.

Two spinoffs of “The Walking Dead” and the next season of “Interview With the Vampire” will be resuming production despite the Hollywood strikes after reaching a deal with the actors' union

Charlize Theron and Blackpink member Jisoo have struck an unlikely friendship, and fans can’t have enough of them! Recently, Jisso and Charlize were seen in a selfie, where the Fast X actor is seen giving a close hug to Jisoo from behind. This ‘hug selfie’ of two of the most popular females in the entertainment industry has gone viral. The candid selfie was shared by Jisoo on her Instagram stories, with a heart and an ‘I can’t believe it’ emoji.

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate declined this week after climbing five consecutive weeks to a more than 20-year high, a modest relief for would-be homebuyers challenged by rising home prices and a thin inventory of homes on the market

California judge is poised to decide if an online lender offering small loans at over 150% interest violates state law, which would deal a blow to finance companies that critics argue have skirted rate caps to profit from cash-strapped borrowers. The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is seeking a ruling that would block Chicago-based Opportunity Financial (OppFi) from offering loans with an interest rate above California's maximum of 36%. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Timothy Dillon is expected to rule any day. Legal experts say that if California wins, it could embolden other states to take action against lenders that make high-interest loans to low-income borrowers using what critics call «rent a bank» partnerships. Critics say the partnerships allow some fintech lenders, which offer quick loans online, to get around the interest-rate caps most states impose on nonbanks by partnering with banks in states like Utah, where there is no interest rate cap. The lenders themselves say the partnerships help smaller state banks compete and fill a void for borrowers with low credit scores who need emergency cash for unexpected expenses like car repairs and medical care. According to a 2022 survey by the Federal Reserve, 37% of adults in the U.S.