Live Nation reveals data breach at its Ticketmaster subsidiary
Live Nation is currently investigating a data breach at its Ticketmaster subsidiary, which is a major player in ticketing for live events in the United States. Based in Beverly Hills, California, Live Nation disclosed in a regulatory filing on Friday that on May 27, a criminal threat actor offered to sell Ticketmaster data on the dark web. Reports suggest that a hacking group called ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach in an online forum and was looking to sell the data for $500,000. The compromised data reportedly includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and some credit card details of Ticketmaster customers.
Boeing counts down again to its first astronaut launch on a long-delayed test flight for NASA
In an effort to launch astronauts for the first time aboard its new space capsule, Boeing is gearing up for another attempt after experiencing delays due to leak checks and rocket repairs. The Starliner capsule is set to take off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Saturday with a pair of test pilots heading to the International Space Station for a weeklong stay. This test flight, which should have taken place years ago, aims to provide a backup to SpaceX, which has been successfully flying astronauts for NASA for the past four years.
Downtown Atlanta water service disrupted, forcing business closings, water boil notice
Water main breaks in downtown Atlanta led to water outages and low pressure, prompting the closure of businesses and attractions in the area. The Atlanta Department of Watershed Management is working to resolve the issue after three main water lines broke, causing water problems at various locations such as hospitals, jails, and shelters. Attractions like the Georgia Aquarium remained closed as the department continues to address the situation.
Daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt files court petition to remove father’s last name
Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, daughter of actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has filed a petition to legally remove “Pitt” from her name. On her 18th birthday, Shiloh submitted the paperwork to change her name to Shiloh Nouvel Jolie. Among their six children, Shiloh is the first to seek a legal name change, with some of the other children also moving away from using their father’s last name in recent years. Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt in 2016, but the details of the divorce are still pending.
Jennifer Lopez cancels summer tour: ‘I am completely heartsick and devastated’
Jennifer Lopez has canceled her 2024 North American tour, citing the need to spend time with her children, family, and close friends. The tour was in support of her latest solo album “This Is Me… Now” and its accompanying film, marking her first tour in five years. Ticket holders who purchased through Ticketmaster will receive automatic refunds, and Lopez expressed deep remorse for letting her fans down.
Bisons catcher Henry hit by backswing, hospitalized; Triple-A game is called after ‘scary incident’
During a Triple-A game, Buffalo Bisons catcher Payton Henry was hospitalized after being struck by a batter’s backswing, leading to a frightening scene that halted the game. Henry was hit in the head by the swing and was immediately attended to by athletic trainers. The game was called off, with the team later confirming that Henry was alert and responsive at the hospital.
Upside-down American flag reappears as a right-wing protest symbol after Trump’s guilty verdict
Following former President Donald Trump’s guilty verdict, right-wing commentators and supporters have been using images of upside-down American flags as a form of protest. The symbol gained attention outside Trump Tower in New York City, with Trump’s family members and conservative groups sharing similar images online.
Federal officials are investigating another close call between planes at Reagan National Airport
At Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C., federal officials are looking into a near-miss incident involving two planes, where one had to abort takeoff to avoid colliding with another landing aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration is probing the incident, which marks the second close call at the airport in six weeks.
Elon Musk sees another big advisory firm come out against his multibillion dollar pay package
ISS, a shareholder advisory firm, has joined Glass Lewis in advising against reinstating Elon Musk’s voided pay package for Tesla. The package, valued at $44.9 billion, is up for shareholder vote, with ISS criticizing its outsized nature and failure to meet board objectives. Glass Lewis had also recently recommended against the package.
Nicole Brown Simpson’s sisters want you to remember how she lived, not how she died
On the 30th anniversary of Nicole Brown Simpson’s death, her sisters aim to highlight her life rather than the tragic circumstances surrounding her murder. They hope a new documentary will showcase Nicole as a vibrant, loving individual who aspired to be a devoted wife and mother, rather than focusing solely on her infamous murder trial.
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