PALM DESERT, Calif. — Three days shy of a year after Bronny James made his preseason debut with the Los Angeles Lakers in this desert arena, the NBA’s most famous son resumed his quest to show he belongs in the big leagues. Though his 1-for-12 shooting performance wasn’t ideal, James felt his effort Friday night … Read more
Charlie Hunnam as Ed Gein in ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’ on Netflix. PHOTO COURTESY OF NETFLIX Charlie Hunnam went all in while preparing to portray serial killer Ed Gein. He underwent a drastic physical transformation, shedding nearly 30 pounds in three weeks to match Gein’s malnourished-looking frame. He also listened to Gein’s high-pitched voice … Read more
The parent company of Outside magazine has laid off 20 members of the magazine’s editorial and business staffs, leaving doubt about the ongoing viability of the publication in print and online. The news came in a companywide email last Thursday from CEO Robin Thurston announcing the purchase of Inntopia, travel booking software used by Vail, … Read more
The NHS is running ‘stress test’ exercises and providing targeted care for vulnerable patients, as it strengthens its plans to winter-proof the health service. Throughout September, local NHS leaders will test the robustness of their winter plans by participating in scenario exercises such as staff shortages, rapid increase in demand, and multiple virus outbreaks. Local … Read more
Whether you are trying fantasy basketball for the first time or are an experienced fantasy hoops veteran, the 2025-26 ESPN fantasy basketball draft guide has everything you need to crush your drafts. From rankings and projections to sleepers, breakouts and busts, we’ve got you covered from every angle, all in one convenient place. Create, reactivate … Read more
Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Tut Nyuot and Ben Wang in “The Long Walk.” Lionsgate/Murray Close The Long Walk, a dystopian thriller based on Stephen King’s first novel, is reportedly coming soon to digital streaming. Authored under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, King’s horror novel The Long Walk was released in 1979. Directed by Francis Lawrence (The … Read more
Look, there’s no way to find a silver lining in the recent developments in this land of ours. The dumpster fire burning in DC is affecting the real world, most recently in the firing of thousands of people who keep public lands accessible. As AJ contributor and wildfire expert Amanda Monthei noted on Instagram: “Trail … Read more
Parents will be able to get their two and three year olds vaccinated against flu at local pharmacies for the first time ever this autumn. Around 4,000 pharmacies have signed up to deliver the vaccine to the 1.2 million eligible toddlers from next week, making it easier than ever for busy parents to protect their … Read more
Greg WyshynskiOct 3, 2025, 07:00 AM ET Close Greg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. The 2024-25 NHL season was a smashing success. There was Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky’s goals record. There were the Florida Panthers shattering the hearts of Edmonton Oilers fans for a second straight Final series to win another Stanley Cup. … Read more
Air traffic controllers work in the Terminal Radar Approach Control facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport Wednesday, April 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) (Photo by Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images) Houston Chronicle via Getty Imag As the US government shutdown enters its fourth day, the impact on air … Read more