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The Daily Brief: Four Years Out From the L.A. Games, Ingrid Andress Apologizes for Botched National Anthem, and more.
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Good Afternoon! It’s Wednesday, July 17.
With a high of 81°, we will have mostly sunny skies throughout the day in Los Angeles.
Countdown to LA28: Four Years Out From the L.A. Games, Here’s All You Need to Know
Los Angeles is preparing for the 2028 Olympics, with events split between historic venues like the Coliseum and modern marvels such as SoFi Stadium. This blend of the past and present helps keep the costs down. Cricket, flag football, and lacrosse are among the five new sports added to the lineup. To manage transportation, the city will introduce "mobility hubs" and bolster public transit. Ensuring security, tight protocols and a massive coordination effort are planned. UCLA will serve as the Athletes' Village, while USC will function as the media center.
Jack Black Cancels Tenacious D Tour After Bandmate’s Trump Comment
Jack Black cancels Tenacious D's tour following a controversial comment by Kyle Gass at a Sydney show. Gass made a remark suggesting political violence towards former president Trump, leading both members to issue apologies and Black to halt the tour. 🗣️ More on this unexpected turn of events.
Teoscar Hernández Makes History as First Dodger to Win Home Run Derby
Teoscar Hernández has etched his name in the Dodgers' history book by winning the Home Run Derby, the first Dodger ever to do so. From a tense tie-breaking semifinal to an outstanding final round, Hernández's victory also adds him to the list of distinguished Dominican-born players who have claimed this title. Celebrate this historic win and relive the thrilling moments from Globe Life Field!
Read Amber Rose’s Republican National Convention Speech in Full
Amber Rose took the stage at the Republican National Convention to passionately endorse Donald Trump for President. She shared her personal journey from skepticism to support and called out media bias against Trump. Her speech has since sparked widespread debate. What do you think about her views?
Ingrid Andress Apologizes for Botched National Anthem: ‘I Was Drunk’
Ingrid Andress, best known for her Grammy-nominated hit "More Hearts Than Mine," candidly admitted she was drunk during her off-key national anthem performance at the MLB Home Run Derby and is now entering rehab. Despite the criticisms, she received overwhelming support from fellow stars, confirming her focus on getting better. Thoughts?
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