“Aladdin” star Mena Massoud may not have been Disney’s first choice to play the charming “street rat” in Guy Ritchie’s live-action remake — but he’s making the most of it.
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Why Mira Sorvino shared her date rape story now
Actress Mira Sorvino revealed that she’s a survivor of date rape in an attempt to lend her voice to a push for stronger sexual assault laws in New York. She explained the decision while promoting the upcoming action comedy “Stuber.” (June 14)
Mena Massoud wasn’t Disney’s first choice to star in ‘Aladdin’
“Aladdin” star Mena Massoud may not have been Disney’s first choice to play the charming “street rat” in Guy Ritchie’s live-action remake — but he’s making the most of it.
Saints Kamara wants to know game like QB Brees
Saints running back Alvin Kamara and quarterback Drew Brees discuss Kamara’s mental approach to football. (June 14)
Michigan heads to College World Series
Michigan’s baseball team discusses its first College World Series appearance since 1984. (June 13)
Huge Toronto crowd celebrates Raptors’ win
Thousands in Toronto cheered on the Raptors, who won their first NBA championship on Thursday night. The Raptors defeated the two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors 114-110 on Thursday in Oakland, in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. (June 14)
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Breakdancers say getting into the Paris 2024 Olympics is ‘huge’
Getting hip to breakdancing’s appeal with young audiences, organizers of the 2024 Paris Olympics want the dance sport that spread from New York in the 1970s to become a medal event at the games. (June 13)
Testimony resumes in murdered Chinese scholar case
The second day of testimony in the death-penalty trial of the man his own defense attorney admits is guilty of killing Chinese scholar Zingzing Zhang is underway in Peoria, Ill. Zhang’s family entered the courthouse early this morning. (June 13)
Oil spikes on attacks, but remain at 5-month low
Oil spikes on attacks, but remain at 5-month low
More research monkeys retire when studies finish
Giving monkeys a break: More research monkeys are being retired to sanctuaries when their work is done, but funding and quality of care are the biggest roadblocks. (June 13)