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The union representing film and television actors says no deal has been reached with studios and streaming services and its leadership will vote on whether to strike later Thursday

A small missing part forced pilots of a FedEx cargo plane to make an off-balance emergency landing

By Lisa Richwine

Nasdaq after a report showed inflation subsided further with consumer prices registering their smallest annual increase in more than two years. The data underscored expectations the Federal Reserve may let interest rates stand after one more 25 basis point hike expected at its July policy meeting. Shares of big tech-related companies, which tend to be sensitive to higher interest rates, gave the S&P 500 its biggest boost.

By Lisa Richwine and Danielle Broadway

Is non-English language music the future of the music business

Unionized Hollywood actors on the verge of a strike have agreed to allow a last-minute intervention from federal mediators

Naomi Osaka has been blessed with motherhood in Los Angeles where she has given birth to a baby girl. Naomi announced her pregnancy in January and said that she and her partner rapper Cordae were expecting a child. The last Grand Slam title she won was the Australian Open 2021.

Ryan Gosling is professing his love for actress-partner Eva Mendes on the pink carpet for the world premiere of 'Barbie' in Los Angeles, California during the weekend. To honour his other half, the actor expressed his gratitude through his attire in a subtle way. Gosling opted for a pastel pink suit by Gucci to pay homage to the candy-coated movie, but his choice of jewellery was dedicated to Mendes.

The owner of the Los Angeles Times has sold the San Diego Union-Tribune to MediaNews Group

All the move-stars flaunted their Barbie-inspired outfits on the movie premiere of this year's most anticipated movies, on Sunday. From Greta Gerwig to Ryan Gosling, all the Barbie-movie star cast emanated their Barbie-vibe at the function.  The movie is set to hit on movie screens on July 21. The lead cast of the movie is on her nationwide campaign for the past few months.

Barbie film premiered on Sunday in Los Angeles. The stars made sure to dress in Barbie's colors. Safe to say, the stars were dressed in Barbie-inspired looks. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling who appear in the upcoming movie as Barbie and Ken sparked beauty shining in Barbie’s character-inspired looks on the pink carpet. The premiere indeed felt like a close-up of fairyland. Robbie donned a Schiaparelli Haute Couture dress with black sequins and embroidery, which was a nod to the iconic «Solo in the Spotlight» Barbie doll. Meanwhile, Ryan Gosling opted for a pink Gucci suit, channelling his inner Ken. Moreover, the pink carpet was full of big names including Nicki Minaj, Dua Lipa, Issa Rae, America Ferrera, Billie Eilish, Simu Liu, Allison Hsu, Michael Cera, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Kate McKinnon, Ashley Graham Hari Nef, Alexandra Shipp, Dove Cameron, Shay Mitchell, Alana Haim, Danielle Haim, Este Haim, Gal Gadot and Skai Jackson to name a few. Fans were quick to repost their favourite celebrity looks on the social media platform Twitter. In one such instance, fans reacting to Margot Robbie’s Barbie world premiere look said, “When you barbie better than Barbie!” Barbie Movie’s official Twitter handle shared a glimpse of the upcoming movie writing, “Heard everyone was feelin’ the Ken-rgy ✨#BarbieTheMovie – only in theaters July 21. Tickets on sale now!” The one-and-a-half-minute clip gives a quick look at what to expect and also confirms July 21 as the official release date.

Officials say twelve homes were evacuated in a Los Angeles-area city Saturday night after a major ground shift put them at risk of collapse

artificial intelligence sure is swell, but it could never capture the essence of Mickey Mouse, according to the man who voices Disney's mascot. As part of Disney's upcoming 100th anniversary celebration, AFP spoke with animators, archivists and Mickey voice actor Bret Iwan about the company's past and future, including the potential for AI — a topic currently roiling Hollywood.

Airport, just south of Los Angeles, where a small corporate jet crashed and caught fire, resulting in the loss of all six individuals on board. The aircraft involved was identified as a Cessna C550 business jet, which had been traveling from Las Vegas.

Leslie Van Houten, the infamous killer and follower of cult leader Charles Manson, is likely to be freed from prison after five decades. California governor Gavin Newsom has announced that he won’t ask the state Supreme Court to block parole for Leslie Van Houten, as per reports. This paves the way for her release after serving 53 years in prison for two infamous murders. In a brief statement, the governor’s office said it was unlikely that the state's high court would consider an appeal of a lower court ruling that Van Houten should be released. Gov. Gavin Newsom is disappointed, the statement said. «More than 50 years after the Manson cult committed these brutal killings, the victims’ families still feel the impact,» the statement said.

India, the country of my birth, fervently hoped he would establish it in the country of my choice. Then Allen Stanford got convicted for fraud, and I assumed it would be another 110 years, the length of his initial jail sentence, before anybody took up that task again. But now here’s Ross Perot Jr.

(Reuters) -All six people aboard a small corporate jet died when the aircraft crashed and burned in a field near an airport outside the Los Angeles area early on Saturday, local and federal authorities said.

NBA 2K24, set to release on September 8, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC. This highly anticipated edition will offer cross-play compatibility between PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, allowing players to connect and compete across platforms. The game pays tribute to the legendary Kobe Bryant and a true basketball icon. Bryant's exceptional career, marked by 18 All-Star appearances, five NBA championships, two Finals MVP awards, two Olympic Gold Medals, and being the all-time leading scorer for the Los Angeles Lakers, will be honoured with the NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant and Black Mamba editions. These special editions will feature Bryant as the cover athlete, commemorating his legacy and profound impact on the sport. Greg Thomas, President of Visual Concepts, expressed their excitement for celebrating 25 years of NBA 2K with Kobe Bryant and acknowledged the significant influence he has had on basketball. Alongside this milestone, NBA 2K24 will introduce innovative technological advancements and incorporate community-requested features, including the highly anticipated cross-play functionality, connecting players from different platforms. Through NBA 2K24, fans will be able to experience the rich history of the franchise while embracing the advancements and future of the game, all while paying homage to the remarkable legacy of Kobe Bryant.

Major League Cricket (MLC), the recently established professional cricket league in the United States, marked its official inauguration by participating in the ceremonial ringing of the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Thursday, July 6. This event signified the growing prominence and appeal of the sport in the United States, as it introduced top-tier T20 cricket to American audiences through a domestic league for the very first time.

Would-be homebuyers are willing to take on sharply higher mortgage payments, even as home prices have begun to pull back this year