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Unique deal struck to acquire The Portrait of Omai

The future of Sir Joshua Reynolds’ The Portrait of Omai has been secured thanks to a unique deal between London’s National Portrait Gallery and the Getty Museum in Los Angeles. Depicting a Polynesian who sailed to Britain with Captain Cook, the c.1776 work is one of the earliest great portraits…

The Week · Apr 6, 2023

NBA: Los Angeles Clippers beat Lakers, up to fifth in Western Conference

Los Angeles Clippers inched closer to securing a spot in the Western Conference top-six as they defeated visitors LA Lakers 125-118 on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Apr 6, 2023

Taiwan president, US House speaker meet, defying China's threats

LOS ANGELES: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday met with US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy despite threats of unspecified retaliation from China, with the leader of the self-ruled island strident in her defense of democracy.

Bangkok Post · Apr 6, 2023

Helene Elliott: Kings still might fail vs. Connor McDavid and Oilers in a playoff rematch

LOS ANGELES — If this was a playoff preview, the Kings' postseason journey won't last long. And it might not be through any fault of their own.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 5, 2023

Dylan Hernandez: Will Smith too 'vanilla'? Dodgers don't care because he's on a superstar path.

LOS ANGELES — On the surface, his personality is about as colorful as his name.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 5, 2023

Olivia Wilde calls for her ex Jason Sudeikis to pay childcare costs and £400k legal bills

The couple’s split has turned nasty, with Olivia filing court papers containing what a source close to actor Jason claims are “unfair and unfounded” accusations

Daily Mirror · Apr 5, 2023

Choreographers' work in film and TV often goes uncredited. A new guild aims to change that

Some of our favorite film and TV moments involve a dance sequence. "La La Land" opens with dancers hopping on top of cars, jumping in unison and weaving through the lanes of the 110. Season one of "Euphoria" closes with a large ensemble of people throwing their hands up before…

Los Angeles Times · Apr 5, 2023

Young Edinburgh entrepreneur creates successful business after 'inspiring trip to LA'

Unfortunately, the manufacturer that Boundless was using went bust. This left the young, promising, entrepreneur at a loss. Until a visit to see his sister in the United States inspired him to restart his business.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 5, 2023

'A lot's at stake right now': What the Lakers-Clippers showdown means Wednesday

LOS ANGELES — In 2006, the Lakers were one win from forging a second-round matchup against the Clippers, the first time the franchises would have met in the postseason. They lost to Phoenix.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 5, 2023

Report: Los Angeles police killed 14 people in 2022

In 2022 Los Angeles police shot and killed 14 people — 60% of everyone struck by officers’ bullets

The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2023