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NBA Stars and Coach Caught in Massive Mafia-Linked Gambling Scandal

Federal prosecutors have charged NBA players and Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups in a sweeping Mafia-backed gambling investigation dubbed “Operation Nothing But Net.” The probe alleges that Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, and others conspired with members of New York’s Bonanno, Gambino, and Genovese crime families to rig high-stakes underground poker games using high-tech cheating devices. More than 30 arrests were made across 11 states in what the FBI is calling one of the most elaborate sports gambling schemes in U.S. history.

A Catastrophic Spark: Inside the Investigation of the Man Accused of Sparking the Deadly Palisades Fire

Just before midnight on New Year’s Eve, a former Pacific Palisades resident allegedly set in motion one of Los Angeles’ deadliest wildfires. Federal investigators say the accused arsonist’s descent into isolation, obsession, and despair culminated in a single spark that ignited the inferno that killed twelve and displaced thousands. Our exclusive investigation retraces his final hours, the digital clues that led to his arrest, and the unanswered questions still haunting the Palisades.

Dodgers Set Rotation for World Series Opener

The Los Angeles Dodgers are locking in for the 2025 World Series, with manager Dave Roberts naming Blake Snell as the Game 1 starter and Yoshinobu Yamamoto for Game 2. The rotation mirrors the formula that swept Milwaukee in the NLCS, as the team heads to Toronto’s Rogers Centre for the opening games before returning to Dodger Stadium on Monday.

Guillermo Del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ Rises in Theaters Ahead of Netflix Release

Guillermo Del Toro’s long-awaited take on Frankenstein is coming to life on the big screen before streaming on Netflix Nov. 7. The limited theatrical run marks a rare shift for the platform, which has historically prioritized home viewing. As Netflix experiments with select theater releases—from K-Pop Demon Hunters sing-alongs to the upcoming Stranger Things finale—it may signal that the streamer is warming to the magic of movie-going once again.

Warner Bros. Discovery Opens Door to a Potential Sale, Sparking Industry Buzz

Warner Bros. Discovery, the powerhouse behind HBO, CNN, and Warner Bros. Studios, has confirmed it’s exploring strategic options—including a possible full or partial sale. The move could set off Hollywood’s biggest bidding war since Disney acquired 21st Century Fox, with major players like Paramount, Apple, and Amazon reportedly eyeing the $50 billion media giant. The outcome could reshape the entertainment landscape as streaming and studio assets become the most sought-after prizes.

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