From losing 100 pounds to publishing a book and learning to ride a bike, readers shared with us what they were most proud of this year. Read full story Author: …
A year later, Altadena fire survivors confront hard choices about housing
One year after the Altadena fire destroyed nearly 6,000 homes, survivors of the catastrophe are dealing with recovery in myriad ways. Read full story Author: N. Kirkpatrick, Reis Thebault, Alice …
A year later, Altadena fire survivors confront hard choices about housing
One year after the Altadena fire destroyed nearly 6,000 homes, survivors of the catastrophe are dealing with recovery in myriad ways. Read full story Author: N. Kirkpatrick, Reis Thebault, Alice …
For young transgender runner, racing wasn’t the hardest thing
Verónica García overcame poverty to become a high school track champion — twice. It made her famous for all the wrong reasons. Read full story Author: Casey Parks
For young transgender runner, racing wasn’t the hardest thing
Verónica García overcame poverty to become a high school track champion — twice. It made her famous for all the wrong reasons. Read full story Author: Casey Parks
Iran sends conflicting signals on its missiles as Israeli concerns rise
Meeting between Trump and Netanyahu to focus prominently on Iran’s ballistic missile program. Reports of recent tests raise questions about Iranian intentions. Go to Source Author: Yeganeh Torbati
Man kills at least 9, including his children, in Suriname stabbing, police say
Police accused a 42-year-old man of killing at least 9 people outside the capitol of Paramaribo, just days after Christmas. Go to Source Author: Kelly Kasulis Cho
With Critical Decisions Ahead, Netanyahu Faces Mounting Pressure
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel has a series of vexing choices to make in the year ahead on issues including Gaza, conscription and a judicial overhaul, with elections looming. …
Federal judge dismisses indictment against TikToker shot by ICE, citing constitutional violations
Days before Carlitos Ricardo Parias was set to to go to trial for assault on a federal officer, a federal judge dismissed the case against him. The judge cited the …
Southern California’s wild weather is not over. Wind gusts of up to 65 mph predicted
A high wind watch was issued for much of Southern California, including near the Santa Ana Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County mountains and valleys, and the San Gorgonio Pass …
Magnitude 4.7 earthquake shakes Northern California
Moderate shaking was reported near the quake’s epicenter, with light shaking reported as far east as Redding, north into Klamath Falls, Ore., and as far south as Sacramento, according to …
Trump and Zelensky Meet to Iron Out Peace Plan, but Deal Remains Elusive
The U.S. president said after a meeting at Mar-a-Lago that a deal was “maybe very close.” But a joint U.S.-Ukraine proposal appeared unfinished, as Russia rejected several ideas. Go to …
Trump and Zelensky strike hopeful tone after talks as hurdles remain
The United States will help facilitate Russia-Ukraine talks in January, and several sticking points still remain before a peace deal can be agreed to. Go to Source Author: Isaac Arnsdorf, …
The Status of the 20-Point Peace Plan for Ukraine
The blueprint covers a broad range of issues, including territory, security guarantees and postwar reconstruction. But Russia has indicated little willingness to end the war. Go to Source Author: Constant …
A return to a past Sierra wildfire to see the future of a recent one
The first two miles were pleasant enough. The grade was mild, the forest serene. Read full story Author: Doug Smith
Skier glides down Mount Etna as volcano erupts in the background
Volcanic activity has intensified at Sicily’s Mount Etna in recent days. That hasn’t stopped visitors to Europe’s largest active volcano. Go to Source Author: Jennifer Hassan
French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs. Read full story Author:
The life and career of Brigitte Bardot – in pictures
The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights. Read full story Author:
Egyptian dissident should be deported from UK, Tories say
Alaa Abdel Fattah flew to the UK on Friday after a travel ban imposed by Cairo was lifted. Read full story Author:
A few life lessons from Robert Redford, Jane Goodall and others who died in 2025
Keep your cool. Less is more. Don’t forget the duct tape. And more wisdom from lives well lived. Read full story Author: Harrison Smith