The San Jose Sharks traded defenseman Erik Karlsson to the Pittsburgh Penguins in a three-team deal on Sunday, which also included the Montreal Canadiens. In exchange, the Sharks acquired veteran forward Mikael Granlund and a 2024 first-round pick, as well as winger Mike Hoffman and defenseman Jan Rutta. The Penguins received forwards Rem Pitlick and …
Monthly Archives: August 2023
USWNT eliminated by Sweden from 2023 Women’s World Cup
The U.S. women’s national team’s were eliminated from the 2023 Women’s World Cup in a 5-4 loss to Sweden in the round of 16. The loss by USWNT marks the earliest exit ever for the U.S women’s team at a World Cup. USWNT’s quest for an unprecedented three-peat ended on Sunday at AAMI Park in …
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‘The Notebook’ musical coming to Broadway in Spring 2024
A musical adaptation of the hit 2004 film ‘The Notebook’ is headed to Broadway. The musical was originally announced in 2019, and premiered at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater in fall 2022. Producers announced that the new the production, which features original music and lyrics by Ingrid Michaelson, will begin previews Feb. 6 at Gerald Schoenfeld …
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Lady Gaga returning to Park MGM for Jazz & Piano residency
Lady Gaga announced her return to Dolby Live at Park MGM with her papule “Lady Gaga: Jazz and Piano” show, beginning on August 31st. Gaga also announced the news on her Instagram with a trailer including footage from previous shows and teasing “stripped-down versions of her hits” and music from “the Great American song book.” …
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Two US Navy sailors arrested on charges of sharing sensitive information with China
U.S. officials said Thursday that two U.S. Navy sailors have been arrested on charges accusing them of handing over sensitive national security material to China; — including details on wartime exercises, naval operations and critical technical material. Petty Officer Wenheng Zhao, 26, was charged with conspiracy and bribe-taking in connection with taking nearly $15,000 in …
Donald Trump pleads not guilty to federal charges in special counsel probe
Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to four charges alleging his attempts to overturn the result of the 2020 presidential election led to the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The new 45-page federal indictment accuses Trump of four felony counts: conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, …
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NBPA says Orlando Magic’s donation to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ super PAC is ‘alarming’
In a statement released Thursday, the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) called the Orlando Magic’s donation to a super PAC backing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis “alarming given recent comments and policies of its beneficiary.” Federal Election Commission records show that the Magic’s $50,000 donation to ‘Never Back Down Inc.’ was received on June 26, after …
Yankees’ Domingo Germán entering alcohol abuse treatment center after clubhouse incident
New York Yankees starter Domingo Germán was placed on the restricted list, and has voluntarily chosen to enter inpatient care for alcohol abuse. Germán’s status comes as a result of an incident within the Yankees clubhouse that occurred Tuesday evening, when Germán reportedly grew belligerent. It doesn’t appear that Germán had an altercation with any …
Taylor Swift adds new North American dates to her Eras Tour
Taylor Swift has announced a new run of North American dates on her ‘Eras Tour’ for late 2024. The 33-year-old singer-songwriter announced 15 more shows, sharing on social media: “Turns out it’s NOT the end of an era Miami, New Orleans, Indy and Toronto: The Eras Tour is coming to you in 2024 with @gracieabrams! Verified …
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Lizzo responds to allegations made against her by former backup dancers
Lizzo is speaking out after news broker earlier this week that a lawsuit was filed against her by three of her former backup dancers. Lizzo — whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson — addressed the claims made by Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams and Noelle Rodriguez in the lawsuit, which accused her of sexual harassment …
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