Russia has reaped a diesel deal and an increase in U.S. pressure on Ukraine as President Trump’s political needs align with his longstanding inclinations toward Russia. Go to Source Author: …
Arcadia surrogacy mansion parents left years-long trail of red flags before child abuse case
A Times review of court records found Silvia Zhang was accused of child abuse and threatening tenants at rental properties around the same time she and her husband, Guojun Xuan, …
L.A. nonprofit rented luxury Santa Monica apartment, BMW for CEO living in Hawaii
An L.A.-based nonprofit paid $6,500 a month for a beachside apartment for its CEO to use when she visited the area from Hawaii, where she resides. Read full story Author: …
Hiltzik: Of course the government should regulate AI, but not the way the AI industry prefers
The big AI firms have proposed a system of government regulation that is tantamount to self-regulation. That would be a big mistake Read full story Author: Michael Hiltzik
L.A. makes it a crime for cannabis and tobacco retailers to sell nitrous oxide
L.A. is banning the sale of nitrous oxide at stores selling cannabis and tobacco products, and setting criminal penalties for violations. Read full story Author: Melissa Gomez
Saudi Arabia faces a grim choice as Houthis intensify attacks on airports and oil sites
Missile attacks on Saudi Arabia by Houthi rebels from neighboring Yemen have upended plans by Saudi leaders to remake the kingdom into a business and entertainment powerhouse. Read full story …
MI5 tackling more state threats than during Cold War, warns intelligence chief
Sir Ken McCallum says Russia, Iran and emerging threats from AI were increasing the risks to Britain. Read full story Author:
UK growth forecast upgraded but higher energy prices to hit economy next year
The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made for the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Read full story Author:
Chris Mason: Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again
For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will “unflinchingly” debate Brexit, says the BBC’s political editor Chris Mason. Read full story …
Russia’s offensive ability is broken, Kyiv’s former top general tells BBC
In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine’s future in the war. Read full story Author:
Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34
Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, starred as Walter White Jr in the Emmy-winning drama series. Read full story Author:
Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released to US media
A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike. Read full story Author:
BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window
British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey. Read full story Author:
One dead and several hurt after rollercoaster incident at US amusement park
Aerial footage at the park after the incident shows a stuck rollercoaster with riders being helped off. Read full story Author:
Hundreds more prisoners being freed in second phase of early release scheme
The second tranche of prisoners being released includes those serving up to two and a half years. Read full story Author:
Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer
The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead. Read full story Author:
Murder investigation launched into deaths of four people in house fire
A man, a woman and two children died after a house fire and two other children are critically ill. Read full story Author:
Bulgaria summons Russian ambassador after ship sinks in Black Sea drone attack
Eleven crew members are missing after a merchant ship was sunk overnight, local officials say. Read full story Author:
RJ Mitte: ‘Disabled or not, everyone deserves an opportunity’
The Breaking Bad actor, who died aged 34, spoke to BBC Newsnight in 2015 about working in the film industry. Read full story Author:
Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?
Meeting travellers’ expectations could be challenging, experts warn. Read full story Author: