Trump promised a ‘golden age’ for U.S. manufacturing, but his own policies have hampered investment and job growth. Read full story Author: Michael Hiltzik
Sam Neill, ‘Jurassic Park’ actor, dies at 78
Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor known for his roles in ‘Jurassic Park,’ ‘The Piano’ and ‘Hunt for the Wilderpeople’ has died. He was 78. Read full story Author: Brittany …
As L.A. River morphs into impromptu stage for nature-loving musicians, gentrification fears remain
Yo-Yo Ma recently performed an intimate show on the L.A. River, highlighting a growing movement of musicians seeking to spotlight the beauty of the complex waterway. Read full story Author: …
A vacant lot near City Hall will become an art park. Why are some people objecting?
Residents, unions, politicians and nonprofits have tussled over the future of a two-acre plot of prime real estate in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Read full story Author: Noah …
Renovated Buckingham Palace will be a very royal office building
Since Queen Victoria made it her official residence in 1837, every British sovereign has lived there. King Charles III, born at the palace, is the first to opt out. Go …
We Can’t Control This: The Populist Tide Is Coming for Both Parties
Who was David Brat? Many Americans have forgotten the name. We haven’t. In 2014, David Brat, then a little-known economics professor, stunned the political world by defeating House Majority Leader …
Birthright Citizenship: The Court Pointed the Way
Immediately after the Supreme Court of the United States threw out his executive order outlawing birthright citizenship, President Donald Trump urged Congress to intervene. In a post on Truth Social, …
Was the War Over When the Germans Bombed Pearl Harbor?
We are in the middle of the year celebrating America’s 250th birthday, a date pegged to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence, but which also encompasses the …
Counter terrorism police now leading investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death
The man in custody has since been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism, police say. Read full story Author:
More than 2,700 people may have died in exceptional May and June heatwaves in England and Wales
Most deaths will have occurred in the June heatwave, experts say, when a rare red heat alert was issued. Read full story Author:
Heatwave to intensify in second week as wildfires burn across UK
After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week Read full story Author:
UK seeking extradition of man suspected of killing wife and two daughters
The UK is trying to extradite a man after his wife and two daughters are found dead in Bedfordshire. Read full story Author:
UK proscribes Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Shabana Mahmood will use new powers to ban support for the group, which has been linked to death threats and intimidation on British soil. Read full story Author:
Witness says he crawled for exit as flames swept through Bangkok bar
A musician who was performing when the fire broke out says he crawled for the exit – and was thrown from the bar when something exploded. Read full story Author:
New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost. Read full story Author:
Home secretary to set out plan to deport Rochdale grooming gang leader
Calls have grown to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed after his release from prison. Read full story Author:
UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks
The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults. Read full story Author:
These are unprecedented times – England should enjoy them
A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong. Read full story Author:
Wildfire raging south of Paris could have been set deliberately, says minister
It was the first time firefighting planes had been sent up from the normally drier and hotter south of the country to tackle fires in the Paris region. Read full …
BBC experts pick their England World Cup semi-final XI – do you agree?
England are through to the World Cup semi-finals, but who would you pick in your starting XI? Read full story Author: