Pratt is a registered Republican whose rhetoric about homeless “zombies” rankled progressives. Powerful music executives gave him large donations. Read full story Author: August Brown
Value of Huntington Beach defense tech startup balloons to $1.8 billion
The Huntington Beach company said it raised $300 million in its latest funding round, bringing up its valuation. Read full story Author: Queenie Wong
UCLA students hopeful for revival of iconic Westwood Village theater
It’s been two years since a coalition of Hollywood directors purchased the Westwood Village Theater. This summer, the theater will open its doors again to raise money for its $25-million …
How Shannon Rouillard is transforming Riviera into a tougher U.S. Women’s Open test
Shannon Rouillard, USGA’s championship director for the U.S. Women’s Open, wants Riviera Country Club to be an challenging test and a showcase for women’s golf. Read full story Author: Sam …
Iranian attack leaves 1 dead, dozens injured in Kuwait
With peace talks stalled, the U.S. and Iran traded strikes in one of the most intense bouts since the increasingly tenuous ceasefire between the two countries began in April. Go …
Ukraine hits oil refinery as Russia opens St. Petersburg economic forum
Plumes of thick black smoke rose over St. Petersburg, President Vladimir Putin’s hometown, as the Kremlin welcomed international guests for an event often described as Russia’s Davos. Go to Source …
America’s Technologists Face a Defining National Security Moment
My career has been built at the edge of what is physically possible – predicting exotic quantum states, developing sensors that exploit the laws of nature, and teaching machines to …
PM accuses Farage of exploiting Nowak case and denies ‘two-tier policing’ claim
It comes after the Reform UK leader said the public should respond with “pure, cold rage” to the actions of police. Read full story Author:
Three die in Royal Navy helicopter crash during training exercise
The Ministry of Defence says an investigation into the crash is under way. Read full story Author:
Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as Putin’s flagship economic forum opens
Several long-range drones struck oil storage facilities near the city, days before Vladimir Putin is due to address the event. Read full story Author:
How a content creator tried to use a YouTube alibi to get away with murder
Stephen McCullagh, 36, of Woodland Gardens in Lisburn, will serve at least 31 years in prison for the murder of his pregnant partner Natalie McNally. Read full story Author:
One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport
Iran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island. Read full story Author:
The end of Trump’s ‘weaponisation’ fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back
The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted. Read full story Author:
Norwegian teen was in UK to ‘undertake a hit’, court hears
Johannes Natland was due to carry out a shooting on behalf of a Swedish criminal group, trial hears. Read full story Author:
BBC presenter apologises for misquoting Nigel Farage
Matt Chorley says he “misremembered” a quote by the Reform leader, which was “a mistake on my part”. Read full story Author:
Universal park officially named as government pledges £1.3bn
The government’s contribution is going towards upgrading local infrastructure and transport links. Read full story Author:
Three-quarters of workers not on track for ‘moderate’ pension income, report suggests
A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two. Read full story Author:
US plans new tariffs on dozens of countries including UK, citing forced labour concerns
It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump’s previous duties in February. Read full story Author:
Can two hours of strength training a week reduce the risk of dying early?
Regular weight training can help you keep fit and strengthen muscles to live longer, research suggests. Read full story Author:
Community shocked by violence at Henry Nowak police protest
Southampton residents say they were “scared to open their doors” after violence at a Henry Nowak police protest. Read full story Author: