The news that Gustavo Dudamel is leaving the Los Angeles Philharmonic for New York was a blow to a city where he has been much more than a conductor.
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New York Philharmonic Appoints Gustavo Dudamel as Music Director
Dudamel, a charismatic 42-year-old conductor, will take up the Philharmonic’s podium in 2026, in a major coup for the orchestra.
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Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt’s Picture-Perfect Life
The author has long been surrounded by fame. Still, she keeps some things private.
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Jill Biden Shines at the Grammys
In silver Oscar de la Renta, the first lady hit the high notes.
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Beyoncé Makes History at a Star-Powered Grammy Ceremony
Beyoncé set a record for the most career Grammys won by any artist but was once again shut out of the biggest awards as the ceremony returned to a Los Angeles arena.
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How Harry Styles Fans Took Over a Los Angeles Cafe
A stray lyric by the pop star radically changed the clientele — and fortunes — of a Los Angeles cafe.
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Amateurs Flocked to Pickleball. But Will They Watch the Pros?
Pickleball had no problem attracting millions of amateur players. Now, as the sport looks to grow at the professional level, it must convince spectators that the game is as fun to watch as it is to play.
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It’s Winter. Let’s Go to the Farmers’ Market!
In cities like Detroit and Philadelphia, markets have become year-round destinations, offering classes, crafts and music, as well as a surprising array of fresh produce.
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Former High-Profile Lawyer Is Charged With Embezzling More Than $18 Million
Tom Girardi, who was part of the legal team representing the environmental activist Erin Brockovich, was indicted in two states on charges that he stole from clients, prosecutors said.
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Nikki Finke Was the Most Hated Reporter in Hollywood
Was Nikki Finke a genius or a monster? Friends and colleagues try to make sense of the entertainment industry’s brashest chronicler.
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How Asian Americans Are Redefining the Lunar New Year
Some younger Asian Americans are creating their own holiday traditions, putting their own spin on lessons they’ve learned.
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L.A. Has Become a Real Watch Town
The sprawling metropolis has wealth and cachet, just what every brand desires.