Kings probe ‘racial bias’ claims after rapper E-40 ejected

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Sacramento Kings are investigating allegations from a Bay Area hip-hop star that “racial bias” led to him being kicked out of his seat during a playoff game against the Golden State Warriors. The rapper E-40 said in a statement that he was heckled throughout the game Saturday night and addressed one … Read more

‘Mario’ tops charts again; ‘Beau is Afraid’ wins in limited

“The Super Mario Bros. Movie” scored the best second weekend ever for an animated movie in North American theaters with $87 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. The family-friendly Universal release dropped a slim 41% from its record-making opening weekend. With $94 million from international showings, “Mario’s” global total now stands at … Read more

Topgolf investors bring new high-tech mini golf experience to Houston

Puttshack brings a new tech-infused mini golf experience to the Houston area along with a world-class menu and top tier cocktails. HOUSTON — It’s time to hit the links! A new miniature golf venue is finally coming to Houston bringing an all-new high-tech experience along with great food, drinks, and fun for the whole family. … Read more

Fox News and 2020 election lies set to face jury come Monday

NEW YORK – Starting Monday in a courtroom in Delaware, Fox News executives and stars will have to answer for their role in spreading doubt about the 2020 presidential election and creating the gaping wound that remains in America’s democracy. Jurors hearing the $1.6 billion lawsuit filed against Fox by Dominion Voting Systems must answer … Read more

Name-that-tune game Heardle dropped by Spotify after a year

NEW YORK – Heardle, the name-that-tune game inspired by the Wordle craze, is being dropped by Spotify less than a year after the music-streaming giant acquired it. “After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to say goodbye to Heardle,” Spotify said Saturday in a statement. A similar announcement was posted on the Heardle … Read more