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The best movies of 2023 (so far). And where to find them

Ten-best lists may be silly, but denying their uses and pleasures always struck me as sillier. And so, with the year half over, here are my favorite new movies of 2023 so far, listed in some semblance of alphabetical order (in some cases, I’ve paired two movies that seem to…

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

‘It Ends With Us’ author details novel’s dark inspiration, casting decisions for upcoming film

Colleen Hoover is opening up about the inspiration for her bestselling 2016 romance novel “It Ends With Us,” and it’s much more personal than readers may have realized.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

'The Idol' is hot garbage. Will its stench cling to the Weeknd?

Nine months ago, the Weeknd used a professional high point to herald what may end up the low-water mark of his career.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

Commentary: California’s pension funds are wrecking the planet and losing billions. It’s quite a trick

I remember, more than a decade ago, sitting down with a financial executive from the Church of England in a plush London office. The organization I co-founded, 350.org, had just launched its fossil fuel divestment campaign, and we were encouraging the Anglicans to join in, on the grounds that Exxon…

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

California tried and failed to ban for-profit ICE detention centers. What does that mean for other states?

WASHINGTON, D.C. — California's landmark ban on private prisons and immigrant detention facilities saw its fate sealed when a federal court officially repealed the 2020 law.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

Commentary: How California’s law against red states is hurting Black academic freedom

When AB 1887 was passed into law in 2016, its purpose was to name, shame and boycott four states — Tennessee, Kansas, North Carolina and Mississippi — which had passed laws that discriminated against LGBTQ+ persons.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

'Sopranos' star Michael Imperioli forbids 'bigots and homophobes' from watching his movies and shows

Michael Imperioli is taking a stand against the Supreme Court, which ruled Friday that conservative Christians have a right to refuse some business services to same-sex couples.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

‘Not able to live’: California hotel employees talk overwork, long commutes, betrayal

Thousands of Southern California hotel workers took to picket lines Sunday, wearing red union T-shirts and chanting for others to join their fight for better wages and benefits in a region they say has become increasingly unaffordable.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 3, 2023

Angels use the long ball to beat Diamondbacks and end losing streak

The Angels ended their losing streak at four games with their starting pitching holding strong and their offense waking up Sunday.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 2, 2023

Ezra Miller says they were 'unjustly and directly targeted' as harassment order is lifted

Ezra Miller has issued a rare statement defending themself after a temporary harassment order against the "Flash" star was lifted Friday in Massachusetts.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 2, 2023