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Wembanyama’s game on Monday wrestled the series lead—and home-court advantage—away from the championship favorites.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Phil to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, where he led a varied set of classical favorites and appearances with pop stars, for 150,000 people shouting “L.A. Phil! L.A Phil.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

It wouldn’t be the first time Trump has thrown his influence behind reviving the buddy-cop franchise, which he has reportedly said is one of his favorites.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Minutes earlier, the charismatic frontwoman of 4 Non Blondes had been laughing and smiling with her bandmates, performing new material and a pair of favorites including their 1993 hit “What’s Up?”

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

My cousins and I have heard this story a million times; it’s one of my favorites.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio