Arts & Entertainment
World Cup stadium in the Amazon is nice, but is it needed?
The $300 million Arena de Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil, has been one of the focal points for critics who say Brazil should be spending money on things other than a World Cup extravaganza.
Electric Daisy Carnival attendee in Vegas dies
A California man attending a huge electronic music party in Las Vegas died Saturday morning after he was taken to a hospital.
US Vs. Portugal: 'Now is the moment' to show American mettle
The U.S. soccer team has a tough matchup Sunday against Portugal. Win, and the Americans are in. Lose or tie, and the road gets a lot tougher with next Thursday's game against Germany.
World Cup: Germany vs. Ghana ends in 2-2 tie
Miroslav Klose rescued a point for Germany, and equaled the World Cup scoring record in the process. Germany was held to an entertaining 2-2 draw by Ghana.
Watch these commercials explain World Cup passion
How do you convey the enthusiasm and the all-consuming madness that comes with being a soccer fan during the World Cup? The best way to answer that: The ads.
The Good Listener: What makes a summer song?
When do we know what the song of summer will be? Have we already heard this year's song? If not, when do we typically start to hear it?
World Cup: Argentina's Messi delivers 1-0 win over Iran
Lionel Messi scored a superb goal in stoppage time to give Argentina a 1-0 victory over Iran on Saturday and secure his team's place in the second round of the World Cup.
These images will soon appear on billboards around the US
Dozens of works of art will begin appearing soon in as many as 50,000 outdoor displays in all 50 states as part of the "Art Everywhere" initiative.
Taylor Kitsch, hungry for creative control, directs a new short film
After starring in two expensive box office bombs, Kitsch produced, funded and starred in "Pieces," which premieres in Palm Springs this weekend.
Spokesman: Tracy Morgan transferred to rehab
Actor-comedian Tracy Morgan has been moved from a hospital to a rehabilitation facility as he recovers from a serious auto accident in New Jersey.
'Dr. Zhivago' backstory: Soviet repression and an author's torment
Marc Haefele reviews "The Zhivago Affair," which tells how Boris Pasternak chose his fate and then suffered for his art.
Illegal professional music studios thrive in Los Angeles
Tucked away among the quiet neighborhood streets of L.A., there are untold numbers of them. From these discrete refigured spaces come the scores, soundtracks and songs that feed the insatiable appetite of the entertainment industry.
FAQ: How to avoid sharing fraudulent news stories on social media
In a recent article for Vice.com, freelance writer Luke O'Neil lays out some simple tips for news consumers.
'Metastasis': The Spanish-language 'Breaking Bad' gets cooking
A Spanish language version of the hit AMC TV series, "Breaking Bad" has begun airing on Univision station Unimas. But as the Royale with Cheese is to the Quarter Pounder, there are some little differences.
8 fun and almost-free things to do this weekend
Let's rage on sun. With the summer solstice comes a World Cup BBQ, endless Asian cuisine and a 100th birthday party for Huntington Beach.
FAQ: How to NOT be a jerk at an outdoor movie
L.A. is host to a few great outdoor film series in the summer. Whether you’re a fan of the classics at Cinespia’s Hollywood Forever Cemetery screenings or prefer the food truck scene in Grand Park, there are unspoken rules that govern outdoor movie showings.
