The Trump administration, thirsty for offshore oil, has ordered a review of California’s coastal management. Read full story Author: Steve Lopez
We tried Erewhon’s viral ‘sacred’ water. Is it possibly worth $1 per ounce?
The drink was described as a “clarified tonic” with coconut water, Jasmine tea, raw honey, holy basil, anise hyssop, green cardamom, white grape juice and coconut milk. Read full story …
Man and woman found fatally shot inside Westwood home in possible murder-suicide
Police are investigating a possible murder-suicide after a man and woman were found fatally shot inside a Westwood home early Friday, sending shock waves through the well-to-do neighborhood. Read full …
Driver gets jail time after brake-checking semi-truck in road rage crash
A San Jose man was sentenced to 60 days in county jail for lying to his insurance company after he brake-checked a semi-truck on the freeway in a fit of …
Swanson: SoFi Stadium proves to be one of the biggest stars of the 2026 World Cup
It makes sense that players and coaches taking part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup can’t stop saying nice things about SoFi Stadium. Read full story Author: Mirjam Swanson
Emily Ratajkowski’s viral essay on sex life as a single mom scores her a seven-figure book deal
Emily Ratajkowski’s viral essay detailing her sex life as a single mom has landed a seven-figure book deal after a 12-way bidding war. Read full story Author: Emily St. Martin
Wes Anderson’s needle-drop genius gets its due at his Hollywood Bowl tribute
Anderson’s score work is planned to exacting detail. But this three-night stand with Bill Murray, Beck, Jackson Browne and more was played in the spirit of the way fans revisit …
Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge as Iran’s Top Diplomat Is in Oman for Talks
Hours after a meeting between the foreign ministers of Iran and Oman, Iran announced it had fired a warning shot on a vessel taking an “unapproved route.” Go to Source …
White House Directed Patel to Oversee Investigation Involving Times Reporting
The F.B.I. director spent about eight hours at the White House Friday focused on the effort, which led to the subpoenaing of several Times reporters who wrote about the security …
After leader’s funeral, an emboldened Iran tests Trump, risking renewed war
Even as President Donald Trump declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire “OVER,” life continued as normal in Tehran and the government insists on controlling the Strait of Hormuz. Go to Source Author: …
Patriot missile deal and Trump’s praise for Zelensky put pressure on Russia
The Kremlin downplayed President Donald Trump’s reversal but said it could cause the war to go on longer. Go to Source Author: Mary Ilyushina
Trump says U.S. and Iran will keep talking but declares ceasefire ‘OVER!’
The president suggested talks could continue amid military strikes, but analysts say a deeply flawed preliminary truce deal poses obstacles for negotiators. Go to Source Author: Rachel Chason
At least 11 people killed as wildfires sweep southern Spain
The deaths in Andalusia included foreign nationals, and high temperatures raised fears of more fires across Europe. Go to Source Author: Anthony Faiola
U.S. intensifies strikes on Iran’s coast along Strait of Hormuz
After President Donald Trump declared the collapse of a preliminary peace agreement on Wednesday, the U.S. and Iran traded renewed airstrikes. Go to Source Author: Rachel Chason, Suzan Haidamous
Protesting 50-Year-Old Death Penalty Decision
On July 2, 1976, the United States Supreme Court decided Gregg v. Georgia, ruling that capital punishment does not violate the Constitution’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment. For 36 …
Want Higher Turnout? Give Workers Time To Vote
The 2026 midterms are well underway, and a familiar pattern is emerging: Turnout remains doggedly low. Most recently, just 21% of eligible voters participated in North Dakota’s primary election, while …
Only One Revolution Ended in Liberty
Two hundred and fifty years ago, men in powdered hair and knee breeches did what no colony had ever done successfully. They broke away from the most powerful empire on …
Dropping Candidates Is Getting to Be a Habit — and It’s Not a Sign of Strength
It’s beginning to be a habit. It, in this case, is the messy business of center-left political jettisoning one leader suddenly deemed unelectable and, without resort to the usual rules …
TV presenter Dermot Murnaghan dies aged 68
The former BBC, ITV and Sky News journalist has died after revealing he had stage four prostate cancer. Read full story Author:
US wants Iran to pledge to stop shooting at ships in Strait of Hormuz
Vice-President JD Vance is among US officials expected to take part in negotiations resuming on Saturday in Oman. Read full story Author: