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The Daily Brief: Beautiful Things Are Ahead for Benson Boone, Demi Moore, and 6 Best Actress Narratives to Watch, + more

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Andrew Curry
September 30, 2024

Good Afternoon! It’s Monday, September 30.

With a high of 85°, we will have sunny skies throughout Los Angeles. We are in for a warm week ahead with an even warmer weekend. Temps will sit in the high 80s into the low 90s all week, peaking on Sunday afternoon.

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Beautiful Things Are Ahead for Benson Boone

From doing acrobatics on stage to rocking soulful vocals, 22-year-old Benson Boone's rise in the music industry is nothing short of dynamic. With his viral hit "Beautiful Things," he has captured international acclaim, fueled by his heartfelt lyrics and enthusiasm. Boone's debut album "Fireworks & Rollerblades" dominated the Billboard 200 chart, featuring hits like “In the Stars” and “Ghost Town.” Signed by Imagine Dragons' Dan Reynolds, Boone is supported by a stellar team at Warner Records. Initially discovered on TikTok, Boone now boasts millions of followers across social platforms and is a frontrunner for next year's Best New Artist Grammy.

One of Santa Monica's Last Movie Theaters Shuts Down

Sad news for Santa Monica cinephiles: the iconic Elmiro Theater has closed after 90 years of operation. Once a hub of movie magic with its Art Deco charm, the theater has witnessed the city's transformation. Now, only three theaters remain in Santa Monica. Read more about the theater's storied past and its impact on the community.

Vulture Festival To Present New Award, Host Quinta Brunson, Kristin Wiig, Bill Hader and More for Ten-Year Anniversary

Celebrate Vulture Festival's 10th anniversary! Join us on November 16-17 for exciting appearances from Abbott Elementary's cast, Sex Lives of College Girls' pajama brunch, a Roomy Award presentation, and reunions with Kristen Wiig & Bill Hader. Get your tickets now!

How to Get Your Brew on for National Coffee Day

National Coffee Day was Sunday, September 29! Celebrate with unique brews and special events from top brands like Bruvi, LAMILL, Bones Coffee Company, and Verve Coffee Roasters. Whether you're into giveaways, exclusive flavors, or simply love your daily cup, there's something for every coffee lover. Join the celebration and check out the offers for this special day!

Demi Moore and 6 Best Actress Narratives to Watch

Demi Moore is back and better than ever! Her performance in "The Substance" is catching Oscar buzz, laying bare Hollywood’s ageist beauty standards. In one of the most competitive best actress races in years, Moore stands against talents like Amy Adams and Saoirse Ronan. Will Moore finally snag her first Oscar?

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Nationwide Verizon outage affects thousands of customers in Los Angeles

Verizon customers were reporting outages Monday morning in Los Angeles and across the United States.

Suspect in deadly LA Metro bus hijacking refuses to go to court; judge issues extraction order

The suspect in the hijacking of a Los Angeles Metro bus that left a passenger dead did not appear in court Monday after refusing to attend, officials said.

Mosquito-borne virus spreads at 'unprecedented' levels in L.A. Climate change may make things worse

Climate change is exacerbating the risk of potentially dangerous mosquito-borne diseases in California — threatening to turn more of those annoying-but-harmless bites into severe illnesses, experts say.

YMCA fundraiser draws thousands who climb the stairs at 75-story US Bank Tower

An estimated 3,000-plus walkers and some gutsy runners got medals for perseverance in Downtown Los Angeles.

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Award-winning actor John Leguizamo uncovers the often-overlooked contributions of Latinx people on American history in VOCES: American Historia
From the Ancient Empires to the early 1970s, the three-part series digs through the past to uncover the Latinx heroes who should have made it into American history books. VOCES AMERICAN HISTORIA: The Untold History of Latinos is now streaming on the free PBS APP.

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