The latest rift with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine serves as a reminder that President Trump readily lashes out at other world leaders, only to grow outraged if they fight …
Becerra’s time in Washington: Steady rise with a bumpy final ascent
In his more than 25 years in Washington, Xavier Becerra built important alliances and amassed power on Capitol Hill, but had some stumbles along the way. Read full story Author: …
Where are California’s dead trees going? A forest advocate turned detective to find out
Thousands of trees killed in a wildfire are being cut down and removed from California’s Sierra. But what is happening to them? A wildlife biologist was determined to find out. …
Lopez: Disney built the monorail in a year. LAX’s people mover, almost 8, hasn’t left the station
Years of delays for the SkyLink people mover at LAX have led to finger-pointing, litigation and a grand jury probe into how a $1.9-billion project has become a $3.3-billion boondoggle. …
Porto’s Bakery to open new location in Southern California
The longstanding Cuban-American bakery is bringing its signature cheese rolls and potato balls to a 50,000 square foot commercial development in Ontario. Read full story Author: Ella Chakarian
Only Congress Can Defend Our Right to Private Conversation
Imagine you’re walking through a quiet park with your best friend. You lower your voices and speak privately about something very personal and sensitive. You need no government permission to …
The FDA Should Grant Americans the Right to Try New Cancer Treatments
Every few months, a young 19-year-old woman from South Carolina boards a plane to London. She isn’t going sightseeing. She’s going to get her next dose of a cancer treatment …
US citizen Stephen Hubbard freed by Russia as Trump envoy meets Putin
The 74-year-old former teacher has been released without any “swap” required, Trump says. Read full story Author:
Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack, husband says
Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday. Read full story Author:
Lawyer caught by BBC offering to make illegal-worker fine go away
Because of our investigation, the home secretary has ordered a review of how fines are issued and collected. Read full story Author:
Undercover filming shows lawyer advising how to avoid £45,000 illegal-worker fine
Mohammad Alias Yousaf made his claim to an undercover reporter posing as a mini-mart owner. Read full story Author:
Teenage boy guilty of trying to murder girl, 15, in school
The school went into lockdown and parents gathered at the gates as they waited for news about their children. Read full story Author:
Hackers steal children’s data after company used ‘Password1’ to protect old account
The data watchdog reprimanded Ogi Networks Limited and Data Cymru after the 2024 ransomware attack. Read full story Author:
Woman told Russell Brand he ‘treated her like an animal’, court hears
The comedian and actor is on trial for charges including rape and sexual assault, which he denies. Read full story Author:
Huge crowds watch attempt to save shark stranded in South Korean canal
A third attempt has been made to guide the 9ft 10in (3m) shark back to the open sea. Read full story Author:
Amber warning issued as Storm Austen threatens UK with strong winds and heavy rain
The deep area of low pressure is expected to move close to the south of the UK early on Friday with south-west England set to bear the brunt. Read full …
The Aberfan disaster through the eyes of those who survived, 60 years on
It was one of Wales’ darkest days that changed a mining community forever. Read full story Author:
Chris Mason: Jackdaw approved but tricky energy trade-offs remain
Jackdaw and Rosebank are case studies in the slow motion awkwardness the UK has over energy. Read full story Author:
I left state secrets on the train – I’m proof you can recover from the biggest mistake of your life
Top civil servant Richard Jackson recounts that fateful day and how he recovered in the aftermath. Read full story Author:
Faisal Islam: Inflation and borrowing figures illustrate chancellor’s Budget challenge
The economic figures released on Wednesday show the constraints for John Healey as he puts the finishing touches to his Budget. Read full story Author: