Plus, Iran exploits dwindling U.S. interceptors. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday. Go to Source Author: Evan Gorelick https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
With Trump Secretly Evacuated, Imperiled Air Force One Became a Flying Decoy
In response to a threat against the jet last month, the president was clandestinely removed in a catering container. But the plane was sent into the skies anyway with government …
Before Trump’s Catering Container Ruse, Other Presidents Obscured Risky Travel Plans
President Trump was part of a particularly elaborate deception last month, boarding one jet before being spirited away to another. Go to Source Author: Claire Moses https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
How Iran Adapted Its Attacks as U.S. War Munitions Dwindled
The Iranian strikes that killed three U.S. soldiers in Jordan show how quickly Iran’s war-fighting skills have evolved, as the Pentagon runs low on interceptors. Go to Source Author: Eric …
The U.S. Missile Stockpile Is Dangerously Low
The United States’ war with Iran has caused a critical weaponry shortage. That leaves the U.S. military vulnerable and complicates Washington’s efforts to end the war. Go to Source Author: …
Four Killed in Houthi Strike on Red Sea Ship, Yemeni Government Says
The Yemeni government said the ship was carrying food supplies to a port on the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The Iran-backed Houthis have not commented on the attack. Go to Source …
Rescuers scramble to find survivors as death toll rises in Colombia’s powerful earthquake
Dogs and drones have been deployed to search for those trapped under collapsed buildings, with local authorities reporting at least 150 deaths from the nation’s strongest earthquake in a decade. …
An accounting glitch caused nearly half of L.A.’s increase in the homeless count
The homeless count recorded 638 beds at Union Rescue Mission that went uncounted last year, leading to a reported 24% rise in homelessness on Skid Row. Read full story Author: …
Race to replace Pelosi enters the AI group chat
Scott Wiener’s congressional campaign launched a chatbot parodying rival Connie Chan, sparking a rebuke from Pelosi and illustrating the minefield politicians navigate when using AI. Read full story Author: Iris …
LAUSD budget crisis remains severe, fiscal experts say, as district works to calm fears
LAUSD faces a looming budget crisis and job cuts as county officials pursue oversight ahead of the new school year. Get the latest details. Read full story Author: Howard Blume
Euthanasia rates of cats and kittens are on the rise at L.A. city animal shelters
Euthanasia rates rise for cats and kittens, with the increase especially sharp for kittens. Activists say there weren’t enough fosters for the babies, which need around-the-clock care for weeks. Read …
Chabria: Protecting the blue wall of silence is not justice in LAPD whistleblower case
In charging LAPD officer Daniel Flores with 16 felonies for his secret tapes of officers making ugly comments, the district attorney is sending the wrong message. Read full story Author: …
Toxic site near South L.A. homes finally faces state cleanup order
The California toxic substances agency cites what “appears to be a major source of contamination” that “may present a substantial hazard to human health.” Read full story Author: Kori McNair
Beloved Big Sur destinations under evacuation orders as Timber fire burns more than 1,700 acres
A wildfire in Big Sur has burned 1,700 acres and spurred evacuations that encompass iconic destinations such as Nepenthe restaurant, the Henry Miller Memorial Library and the Alila Ventana resort. …
Trump-Netanyahu rift widens as election pressures pull them in opposite directions
While the Israeli leader touts a willingness to defy the U.S. on Gaza, the president needs to show progress in the foreign entanglements weighing on his approval rating. Go to …
Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports say
The US president was reportedly part of a ruse where reporters were falsely told he was with them on Air Force One leaving a Nato summit in Turkey. Read full …
Amber Met Office extreme heat warning issued as temperatures could reach 38C
An amber weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for Thursday, when extreme temperatures are expected to peak. Read full story Author:
Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said town centres had been “hollowed out” by decades of decline. Read full story Author:
Russia using North Korean missiles to strike Ukraine, Zelensky says
Ukraine’s president says strikes in Zaporizhzhia – which killed at least six and injured 19 – involved ballistic missiles from Russia’s ally. Read full story Author:
Watch: Family narrowly escapes home during Colombia earthquake
At least 132 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years. Read full story Author: