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Commentary: Newsom says California’s anti-housing environmental law is ‘broken.’ So why won’t he fix it?

In February, after yet another court decision stalling sorely needed housing development, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared that California’s landmark environmental law is “broken.”

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

PETA sends letters to 'Gladiator 2' cast and director, alleging animal mistreatment

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals has sent complaints to the cast and director of "Gladiator 2," accusing the production of using and mistreating live animals on set.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Worse air quality in LA expected during heat wave. Why do high temperatures cause more smog?

The heat wave baking Southern California not only raises the risk of wildfires and heat-related illness but could bring another hardship: bad air quality.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Travis Scott's permit to rap at Egypt's pyramids is revoked amid satanic claims

The Egyptian Syndicate of Musical Professions has canceled a permit for Travis Scott's end-of-the-month concert at the Pyramids of Giza, citing claims that the hip-hop star's show would "contradict the identity of the Egyptian people." The decision comes on the heels of unsubstantiated claims that the "Sicko Mode" rapper promotes…

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

How divided are SAG-AFTRA and the studios? Here’s what the two sides say

SAG-AFTRA, the union representing Hollywood actors and other performers, has laid out its contract proposals — and what it said were the film and television studios' responses — shedding more light on the impasse that led to its walkout last week.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Scientists studying rhesus monkeys find surprising benefits to same-sex relationships

A group of monkeys is challenging humans' views on sexuality by showing that same-sex behavior among males strengthens their social networks and may even help them father more offspring.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Trump says he’s officially target of US probe into efforts to undo 2020 election

WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday that federal prosecutors have told his legal team that he is a target of their investigation into efforts by him and his allies to overturn the 2020 election and keep him in power.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Instead of actors, 'Haunted Mansion' premiere haunted by costumed characters, influencers

LOS ANGELES — Disney's upcoming horror comedy "Haunted Mansion" premiered Saturday with influencers and ghoulish costumed characters from the Disneyland theme-park attraction walking the red carpet instead of the film's Hollywood stars.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Halle Bailey supports fellow Disney princess Rachel Zegler amid 'Snow White' backlash

The live-action Disney princesses are sticking together amid another wave of backlash to the studio's latest remake.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023

Lindsay Lohan is a cool mom. She and Bader Shammas are 'over the moon' as baby arrives

Lindsay Lohan is not like a regular mom — she's a cool mom. Like, for real.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023