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Hollywood’s collapse continues as another production house is forced to close

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Hollywood’s collapse continues as another production house is forced to close

Another longtime Hollywood production company has shut its doors, becoming the latest casualty of California’s prolonged slowdown in film and television production. Shadowcast Pictures, a Los Angeles-based production equipment rental company that supplied cameras, lighting and other filmmaking gear to movies, television shows and commercials for nearly two decades, has ceased operations after struggling through … Read more

Dear Abby: I’m exhausted from parenting my close friends’ kids

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Dear Abby: I’m exhausted from parenting my close friends’ kids

DEAR ABBY: My husband’s best friend died when we were in our early 30s. His son, “Marty,” recently moved back to the area with his wife and three boys. We think of them as family.  My husband often needs help with heavy handyman jobs. (I was diagnosed with cancer and am unable to help him.) … Read more

Kyle Busch’s widow says he’s sending her signs from heaven: ‘He’s close’

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Kyle Busch’s widow says he’s sending her signs from heaven: ‘He’s close’

Samanthan Busch is feeling love from above. The wife of late Kyle Busch, who died at 41 in May after a short hospitalization from pneumonia that progressed into sepsis, said she feels he is “somehow still walking beside” her and their two children. Samantha shared Tuesday on Instagram two moments that brought her “comfort.” A rainbow … Read more

Dear Abby: My husband’s death has distanced the close relationship our family once had

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Dear Abby: My husband’s death has distanced the close relationship our family once had

DEAR ABBY: My husband of 31 years died suddenly five years ago. Our family — four kids, six grandkids — was devastated. We still haven’t recovered. We used to be a happy bunch, spending time at the lake, backyard barbecues by the pool and football games. My husband was an integral part of this. With … Read more

Doomed West Marine will close 59 stores in 23 states — including 5 in California

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Doomed West Marine will close 59 stores in 23 states — including 5 in California

West Marine, one of the nation’s largest boating and marine supplies retailers, is shutting down 59 stores across 23 states as they battle through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings — including five locations in California. The company filed for bankruptcy protection in May, citing “supply chain disruptions, extreme weather events, and shifts in consumer behavior” that … Read more

Security stops fan from getting too close to Taylor Swift before Knicks’ epic rally in NBA Finals

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Security stops fan from getting too close to Taylor Swift before Knicks’ epic rally in NBA Finals

Taylor Swift got an early peek at the venue security for her upcoming wedding. Four individuals — including three that seemed to be some sort of Madison Square Garden security or staff — stopped an overzealous male fan Wednesday night who ventured a little too close to the pop star while trying to either take … Read more

Beloved theme park to close for good, ending nearly 50 years of family memories

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Beloved theme park to close for good, ending nearly 50 years of family memories

Washingtonians are already mourning the impending loss of a beloved theme and water park, with many residents still in disbelief months after the closure was announced. Wild Waves Theme Park, located in Federal Way, Washington, announced last year it would close at the end of the 2026 season. The park’s final day is scheduled for … Read more

Gulliver’s Restaurant in Orange County to close after 56 years

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Gulliver’s Restaurant in Orange County to close after 56 years

A beloved Orange County steakhouse known for prime rib, old-school charm and generations of family celebrations is closing its doors after more than five decades. Gulliver’s Restaurant in Irvine will permanently close on June 30 after 56 years in business, according to The Orange County Register. The longtime MacArthur Boulevard steakhouse, sitting just across from … Read more

Mystery as iconic ‘Ballerina Clown’ CVS abruptly announces it will close down

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Mystery as iconic ‘Ballerina Clown’ CVS abruptly announces it will close down

A CVS pharmacy sitting directly beneath Venice Beach’s towering, gender-bending “Ballerina Clown” statue, is officially closing its doors this summer. The retail giant confirmed that the store, located at the intersection of Rose Avenue and Main Street, will shutter on July 1, Mirror Media Group confirmed. A store manager reportedly insists that the closure “has … Read more

Desperate plea from Primm family as gambling resorts on California-Nevada scheduled to close

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Desperate plea from Primm family as gambling resorts on California-Nevada scheduled to close

There may be some glimmer of hope for Primm Valley Resorts, the last full-time casino still operating in Primm, Nevada, the tiny gambling outpost formerly known as State Line along Interstate 15. Members of the Primm family said in a statement shared with The California Post that they’ll be working to keep the neon glow that … Read more

Exclusive | All rise: Rare Aaron Judge baseball card sells for close to $1 million at auction

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Exclusive | All rise: Rare Aaron Judge baseball card sells for close to million at auction

Aaron Judge hit it out of the park again. A one-of-kind baseball card of Judge in his first professional season with the Yankees sold at auction for a staggering $838,750 on Friday. The 2013 Bowman Aaron Judge Superfractor 1/1 — depicting the eventual Yankees captain just after he was selected by the team in the first round of the 2013 MLB draft — … Read more

Netflix close to acquiring more NFL games — including a new standalone night

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Netflix close to acquiring more NFL games — including a new standalone night

Netflix is close to inserting itself into the NFL schedule again. The streaming platform is close to a deal with the league that will likely include the Week 1 game in Australia between the 49ers and Rams, a Thanksgiving Eve game and Christmas games, Puck News’ John Ourand reported Thursday. The Australia game will take … Read more

Last gambling resorts on California-Nevada border to close — and Primm employees told to vacate housing

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Last gambling resorts on California-Nevada border to close — and Primm employees told to vacate housing

The neon glow that once welcomed millions of Californians speeding toward Las Vegas is about to go dark forever. Primm Valley Resorts — the last full-time casino still operating in Primm, Nevada, the tiny gambling outpost formerly known as State Line along Interstate 15 — is permanently shutting down, marking the end of an era for the … Read more

‘World’s busiest’ Trader Joe’s in NYC will close its doors indefinitely — and fans are devastated: ‘This is a catastrophe’

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‘World’s busiest’ Trader Joe’s in NYC will close its doors indefinitely — and fans are devastated: ‘This is a catastrophe’

The busiest Trader Joe’s location is shutting its doors — for now. The Upper West Side store at West 72nd Street and Broadway is closing temporarily for “major renovation plans” starting next month. According to a physical sign sitting outside the store, their last day open will be May 17. “We promise not to be … Read more

MGM Grand buffet will close — the latest casualty as pricey Las Vegas chooses high rollers over regular Americans

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MGM Grand buffet will close — the latest casualty as pricey Las Vegas chooses high rollers over regular Americans

The legendary $20 Vegas steak dinner is long dead — and now, the “All-You-Can-Eat” dream is on life support. The buffet at the MGM Grand Las Vegas — a staple of cheap, all-you-can-eat indulgence since the early ’90s — will permanently close on May 31, marking the latest casualty in the slow death of budget-friendly Las … Read more

Britannia Pub in Santa Monica to close to make way for Taco Bell Cantina

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Britannia Pub in Santa Monica to close to make way for Taco Bell Cantina

Santa Monica locals are reeling after learning a beloved British pub will soon give way to a Taco Bell Cantina — prompting outrage online and fears the beachside city is losing yet another piece of its identity. The Britannia Pub, a fixture at 318 Santa Monica Blvd. for three decades, confirmed its lease will expire July … Read more

7-Eleven will close 600 stores this year — to prepare for massive makeover

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7-Eleven will close 600 stores this year — to prepare for massive makeover

Call it a Slurpee shake-up. 7-Eleven is slashing hundreds of stores — and supersizing what’s left — as the convenience giant pivots from quick pit stops to full-on food destinations. Amid a national trend towards better eats and bigger stores from other, growing chains like Wawa, Sheetz and Bu-cee’s, the long-running brand confirmed it will … Read more

Risky ‘airport theory’ has travelers cutting arrival time for flights ‘way too close,’ says expert

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Risky ‘airport theory’ has travelers cutting arrival time for flights ‘way too close,’ says expert

More travelers are deliberately cutting it close at the airport in a viral gamble known as the “airport theory.” The social media trend encourages passengers to arrive just minutes before clearing security, often just 15 minutes ahead of boarding, in an attempt to avoid long waits and extra time spent inside the airport terminal. Despite the obvious … Read more

Manhattan’s oldest Italian restaurant to close after 120 years: ‘Remarkable journey’

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Manhattan’s oldest Italian restaurant to close after 120 years: ‘Remarkable journey’

Manhattan’s oldest Italian restaurant is about to serve its final meal. After 120 years on West 46th Street’s Restaurant Row, Barbetta will close its doors tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 27. The decision to shutter the eatery, which is also the longest-running family-owned restaurant in the city, comes after the death of longtime owner Laura Maioglio. She … Read more

Disneyland will close two iconic attractions next month: report

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Disneyland will close two iconic attractions next month: report

The happiest place on Earth may be a little less joyful in the coming weeks. Disneyland is temporarily closing its beloved Monorail from next month for the first time in more than 65 years, a new report claims. According to Inside The Magic, Disney has announced that the attraction will be out of service from Mar. … Read more