Jimmy Rogers introduced as Washington State head football coach (Jan. 9, 2025)  The Spokesman Review

St. Anne’s, longtime nursing home in S.F.’s Richmond district, set to close  San Francisco Chronicle

Security screeners at San Francisco International Airport protest for better pay  The Mercury News

3 Takeaways From Jimmy Rogers' Introduction Press Conference At Washington State  Sports Illustrated

San Francisco Giants Need To Keep Making Additions To Continue Power Ranking Climb  Sports Illustrated

Strong winds destroy deer shelter at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center  Alaska's News Source

Trump is ‘sympathetic’ to executive order on Alaskan drilling, senator says  The Washington Post

Alaska Airlines jet with no passengers on board ends up in ditch at Anchorage airport  Anchorage Daily News

Trump call to Alito sparks demands for justice to recuse from sentencing case  The Washington Post

Jimmy Carter funeral today: Suburban Chicago family coordinated former president's Washington D.C. services after death  ABC7 Chicago

Returning to Alaska with a gold record under his belt, Ralph Castelli stakes his future on home  Anchorage Daily News

Travelers come from across the United States to pay respects to former president Jimmy Carter  13WMAZ.com

As fires spread across Southern California, Trump urged Newsom to send in water from Northern California despite some experts saying water supply is not the problem.

"Though McDaniels is a two-time failed head coach, no one disputes his coordinator chops.” The post NFL insider: There’s ‘buzz’ Josh McDaniels could return as Patriots’ offensive coordinator  appeared first on Boston.com.

Tesla and Space X CEO Elon Musk has been laying into liberal megadonor George Soros on social media in recent days after Soros was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Biden.

Wild Card 🃏 Matchup Preview! Taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Washington Commanders | NFL  Washington Commanders

Top House Judiciary Committee Democrat urges Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito to recuse himself from Trump hush money sentencing after a call between Trump and Alito.

Former US President Jimmy Carter remembered for a life that rose above politics  Reuters.com

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Jessica Yung and Emily Kwong of Short Wave about the physics of hula hooping, why some vaccines last longer than others, and a few moon launches to watch for in 2025.

New York Mets great David Wright gave advice to free agent first basemen Pete Alonso during a press conference about Wright having his jersey number retired Wednesday.

Lily Allen isn’t ready to talk about what’s happening to her marriage… but she’ll give fans an update on the fallout. Especially as it affects her mental health… If you haven’t heard, word is Lily and hubby David Harbour are completely done after just five years together. And it’s NOT a drama-free “conscious uncoupling” either. A [...] Read More... The post Lily Allen Says She's 'Spiraling' & 'Not In A Good Place' After Allegedly Catching David Harbour Cheating appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Jimmy Carter lauded for humility and service in Washington before being laid to rest in Georgia  The Associated Press

Live updates: Jimmy Carter returns to Plains, Georgia, for final burial  The Washington PostLive Updates: Jimmy Carter’s state funeral in Washington  PBS NewsHourEvening Report — Washington pauses to honor Carter, but tough battles lie ahead  The Hill

NAVFAC Washington strengthens small business partnerships at SAME Federal Conference  MilitaryNews.com

President Joe Biden on Thursday announced the federal government would cover 100% of costs of the initial federal disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires.

Live updates: Trump readying close to 100 executive orders, Republican senator says  The Washington Post

Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks performed "Imagine" at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral, which was not taken well by some Christian conservatives on social media.

As he prepares to leave his post, CIA Director Bill Burns speaks with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly about the transition to a new Trump administration as well as priorities for the U.S. intel apparatus.

Jimmy Carter funeral: Biden eulogized Carter's character at service attended by five living presidents  Reuters

No matter how famous he gets, the focus of Bad Bunny's music always comes back to his home of Puerto Rico. And his new record is being called his most Puerto Rican and most political album yet.

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s advisers have spent months trying to identify a disease that will help them build their case for closing the border.

Former New York Giants punter Sean Landeta was furious after being asked a personal question about his grooming habits during a live radio interview Thursday.

In a mass extinction event some 40,000 years ago, Australia lost 90% of its large species. New research suggests climate change played a much smaller role than once thought, though not all agree.

Seattle Seahawks Request Interview With New Orleans Saints OC Klint Kubiak  Sports Illustrated

Angelina Jolie was at a low point before finding her “light” again. The accomplished actress and activist is riding a career high off the acclaim she’s receiving for her role as legendary opera singer Maria Callas in Maria. But beyond that, she’s been dealing with her very public and very contentious divorce from Brad Pitt. [...] Read More... The post Angelina Jolie Says Her 'Light' Was ‘Dimmed' During Brad Pitt Divorce Years appeared first on Perez Hilton.

A CNN insider says the defamation suit embroiling the network is a major concern of upper management as staffers grapple with low ratings and morale.

Several other candidates in the New Jersey governor's race slammed Reps. Gottheimer and Sherrill for their non-votes on the Laken Riley Act in Congress this week.

Witnesses opened up on the "terror" that college women's volleyball players experienced this season amid a national scandal involving a transgender player.

Crowd gathers outside of the Washington National Cathedral to pay respects to President Jimmy Carter  WUSA9.com

Former Amherst basketball star Jamila Wideman named Washington Mystics GM  GazetteNET

U.S. District Judge Danny C. Reeves scrapped the entire 1,500-page regulation after deciding it was “fatally” tainted by legal shortcomings. The post Judge scraps Biden’s Title IX rules, reversing expansion of protections for LGBTQ+ students appeared first on Boston.com.

As the feud between It Ends With Us stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni rages on, a video has resurfaced of another one of her former co-stars implying that she was a nightmare to work with! This time it was Armie Hammer, during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen alongside Chelsea [...] Read More... The post Armie Hammer Implies Blake Lively Was A Nightmare On <i>Gossip Girl</i> In Resurfaced Interview! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

CES Trump's tariff threat spurs auto suppliers to rethink production plans  Reuters

Evening Report — Washington pauses to honor Carter, but tough battles lie ahead  The Hill

First son Hunter Biden was found guilty, but was pardoned by his father, President Joe Biden, in the felony firearm offense

Facing massive deficit, S.F. Mayor Daniel Lurie orders citywide hiring freeze on his first full day in office  San Francisco Chronicle

The wind is bending thick swirls of flame over Sunset Boulevard and the firefighters are helpless to stop it.

The World Health Organization leader worked with Carter for 20 years to fight the world's "neglected" diseases. After attending Carter's funeral, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus shared memories.

US Senate Democrats help advance Republican bill on migrants accused of crimes  Reuters

As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, Trump doesn’t offer much sympathy. He’s casting blame.  The Associated Press

‘The worst I've seen': Some Prince George's residents still waiting for snow plows  NBC Washington

A hack of location data company Gravy Analytics has revealed which apps are—knowingly or not—being used to collect your information behind the scenes.

Christina Haack says her problems with Josh Hall all stemmed from his insecurities around her ex-husband Tarek El Moussa. In a new interview with Us Weekly on Wednesday, the HGTV star opened up about the demise of her relationship, which coincided with the summertime filming of her TV show The Flip Off, co-starring her ex-husband [...] Read More... The post Christina Haack Says Josh Hall Would Throw A Fit On Set Over How She Interacted With Ex Tarek El Moussa! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

President Jimmy Carter funeral: Live updates on memorials for 39th president  USA TODAY

Venezuelan opposition supporters protested around the country in a last-minute effort to put pressure on President Maduro the day before he is to be sworn in for his third term.

Joe Biden announced some "good news" to reporters during an awkward press briefing on the Los Angeles wildfires: "I'm a great-grandfather!" The post Joe Biden at Press Briefing on LA Fires: ‘The Good News Is, I’m a Great-Grandfather!’ appeared first on Breitbart.

The decision threw out the administration’s proposed regulations, which prohibited discrimination based on gender identity.

Members of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are reportedly battling a flu outbreak in their locker room ahead of Thursday's College Football Playoff semifinal.

The GOP-led Laken Riley Act defeated the legislative filibuster on Thursday, effectively ensuring it will pass and become law.

Jimmy Carter's final journey through Georgia underway after funeral service in Washington  CBS News

Opinion | Trump can’t deport everyone. Here’s what he should do instead.  The Washington Post

Washington vs. Michigan State Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Thursday, Jan. 9  Sports Illustrated

Comedian and podcast host Adam Carolla has predicted that the catastrophic Los Angeles wildfires will lead wealthy California elites to abandon the Democrat party, or at least persuade them to vote somewhat less blue, because of the onerous amounts of state regulation they will face when they attempt to rebuild. The post Adam Carolla Predicts Los Angeles Fires Will Push Californians to Abandon Democrats: ‘They’re Going to Convert’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Pro wrestling great Jeff Hardy said in an interview on Tuesday he thinks he could have been bigger than John Cena if he was doing the things he is doing now earlier in his career.

‘We were scrappy’: Sprinkle notes Washington Huskies’ effort against Illinois  The Husky Haul

Seahawks assistant leaves Seattle to rejoin Boise State coaching staff  Seattle Sports

New SF mayor announces citywide hiring freeze on first full day in office  KRON4

Increasing module efficiency and expanding manufacturing capacity play complementary roles in reducing costs of metal halide perovskite/silicon tandem solar modules, according to researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Each cost lever can play a similar role depending on a manufacturer's ability to scale up and improve module performance.

Oil settles up 1% as cold weather in US, Europe drives winter fuel demand  Reuters

As it looks to accelerate the pace of its AI development, Google is further streamlining the teams building its AI services, platforms, and tools. On Thursday, Logan Kilpatrick, who leads product for Google’s AI Studio developer platform, said in a post on X that Google’s AI Studio team and the team developing the API for […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

The Biden administration’s Title IX rules expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students have been struck down nationwide after a federal judge in Kentucky found that they overstepped the president’s authority

As Ms. Wiles heads to Washington, the view in Trump World is that the president-elect’s closest aide and veteran strategist has a better chance than anyone. The post The ‘Ice Maiden’ cometh: Can Susie Wiles, Trump’s chief of staff, survive? appeared first on Boston.com.

Interesting note regarding Michigan State basketball vs. Washington betting odds  Spartan Avenue

Senator Marshall Meets with United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer  Roger Marshall

Former President Carter leaves Washington for final time after state funeral  Scripps News

Can your dog keep up with Tyler Lockett? Seattle Seahawks great teams with Rover in new contest  GeekWire

Is the South ready for snow? A look at forecasts in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, more  USA TODAY

Next Woman Up: Gayatri Nambiar, Football Solutions Developer for the Washington Commanders  NFL.com

President Jimmy Carter funeral: Live updates on state funeral for 39th president  USA TODAY

Vice President Kamala Harris and President-elect Donald Trump apparently did not acknowledge each other at the Washington National Cathedral during Jimmy Carter's state funeral.

Leonard Williams does something no Seahawks defensive player has accomplished since 2016  Field Gulls

Smart windows are becoming a key focus in the push for energy-efficient buildings and sustainable architecture. These windows can dynamically adjust their properties to control light and heat, improving comfort while reducing energy costs.

The broader consequences of the New York case against Trump are about more than any one individual: it’s a litmus test for the health of our criminal justice system.

‘Hollywood Squares’ Premiere Delayed a Week by CBS Due to Los Angeles Fires  Variety

President-elect Trump shook hands with his former vice president, Mike Pence, at Jimmy Carter's funeral but did not shake hands with former second lady Karen Pence.

Filling gaps in data sets or identifying outliers—that's the domain of the machine learning algorithm TabPFN, developed by a team led by Prof. Dr. Frank Hutter from the University of Freiburg. This artificial intelligence (AI) uses learning methods inspired by large language models. TabPFN learns causal relationships from synthetic data and is therefore more likely to make correct predictions than the standard algorithms that have been used up to now.

Researchers at Åbo Akademi University in Finland have identified and eliminated a previously unknown loss mechanism in organic solar cells that makes them more efficient and gives them a longer lifetime. The results provide new insight into how efficiency and stability can be increased in the future.

German defence minister: Allies' group on Ukraine will decide next steps if US retreats  Reuters

Seattle Seahawks DL Leonard Williams Named NFC Defensive Player of the Month  Sports Illustrated

Rep. Chip Roy is reintroducing legislation wielded by Republicans in the 2024 election cycle to highlight the Biden-Harris administration's border security failures. The post Exclusive: Chip Roy Reintroduces Border Bill that Became Election Year Rallying Cry appeared first on Breitbart.

The action put the measure on track for likely enactment given strong support for it among Republicans, who now control the Senate, and President-elect Donald J. Trump.

Jimmy Carter Funeral Live Updates: Nation Honors 39th President for His Integrity and Humanitarianism  The New York Times

Seattle Sutton shares healthy college meals, including mug omelet, overnight oats  ABC7 Chicago

Photos: Past presidents, other officials mourn Jimmy Carter at Washington funeral  NOLA.com

US Senate planning Jan. 16 hearing for Trump Treasury pick Bessent, Politico reports  Reuters

This cruise line will add Glacier Bay overnights as it doubles capacity in Alaska  The Points Guy

Dominick Puni exceeded the 49ers’ expectations as a rookie; so why not invest more top picks into the OL?  Niners Nation

Construction materials such as concrete and plastic have the potential to lock away billions of tons of carbon dioxide, according to a new study by civil engineers and Earth systems scientists at the University of California, Davis and Stanford University.

Mary Washington Biology Majors Capture Research Grants at Statewide Conference  University of Mary Washington

[Warning: Potentially Triggering Content] Brooke Shields is opening up about a shocking transgression at the hands of a medical professional. In her new memoir Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman, out next week, the Mother of the Bride star revealed an intimate surgery she received — without [...] Read More... The post Brooke Shields Accuses Plastic Surgeon Of Doing NSFW Procedure Without Her Consent: ‘Rape Of Some Kind’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Here are four ways the S.F. school district can get back on track to ensure student success  San Francisco Chronicle

Texas has become a leading enforcer of internet rules. Its latest probe includes some platforms that privacy experts describe as unusual suspects.

In an FAQ obtained by TechCrunch, PowerSchool confirms it negotiated with the threat actors responsible for the breach. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Research shows including students with and without disabilities in the same classroom can benefit everyone. Two students with Down syndrome show what can be gained when that happens.

Airboat Boat Ramp Currently Closed for Repairs at Lake Washington Park in Melbourne  SpaceCoastDaily.com

Despite state law, Washington takes 3+ years to reveal its climate pollution  KUOW News and Information

ICON Technologies Inc., which builds homes using 3D printing, is laying off 114 people, according to a WARN letter filed with the Texas Workforce Commission. A spokesperson for the company confirmed the news to TechCrunch, providing a statement that ICON had “recently made a difficult decision to re-align” its team and team size “to focus […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Pilot Project Encouraging Building Electrification Proves Popular in Washington State, Saving Customers Money While Helping Meet Climate Goals  Earthjustice

Fox Corporation is encouraging viewers to support the American Red Cross in its efforts to help victims of the California Wildfires that have ravaged communities and destroyed homes.

Jamie Lee Curtis has announced that she and her family are making a large donation to relief efforts as fires continue to ravage Los Angeles.

LNG project development company says it has an agreement to develop $44 billion Alaska project  Anchorage Daily News

Donald Rumsfeld’s Former Washington, D.C., Home Hits the Market for $5.8 Million  Robb Report

US Tax Law: Understanding the Transatlantic Implications of the Upcoming US Tax Bill  German Marshall Fund

A swanky S.F. building sold beyond its value. Now the sellers are suing the city for a tax refund  San Francisco Chronicle

A common government strategy to increase prosperity in economically lagging regions is to provide financial assistance to technology-based businesses. This intervention is designed to address market failures that cause financial scarcity in such places.

Since its founding in 1994, Amazon has undergone exponential growth. Initially an online bookstore, the company has evolved into a global e-commerce powerhouse. Yet its reach extends far beyond retail. Amazon is also a dominant force in technology infrastructure (Amazon Web Services, or AWS), digital entertainment (Prime Video, Twitch, Kindle), logistics, and online advertising.

An Airbnb customer claims the company refused to rebook her Los Angeles stay amid raging wildfires that spread due to extreme winds, causing historic destruction of homes and displacing tens of thousands of people. According to the Silicon Valley giant, the wildfires raging throughout Los Angeles are not a "major disruptive event." The post prompted many to share their own Airbnb horror stories. The post Silicon Valley Sickos: Airbnb Tells Customer Los Angeles Wildfires Don’t Count as ‘Major Disruptive Event’ appeared first on Breitbart.

In an appearance on The Tonight Show on Wednesday night, actress Jamie Lee Curtis teared up over the devastation caused by the wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas this week. The post Jamie Lee Curtis Breaks Down on ‘Tonight Show,’ Pledges $1 Million to L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts: ‘It’s F**king Gnarly’ appeared first on Breitbart.

“This decision was not made lightly, but after careful consideration, we believe it is the right time to close this chapter.” The post Karl’s Sausage Kitchen & European Market will close after six decades in business appeared first on Boston.com.

United States Oral Solid Dosage Contract Manufacturing Market Set to Reach $11.70 Billion by 2029  GlobeNewswire

Post offices are closed and mail delivery is suspended Thursday on the national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. The stock market and some national parks are also closed.

Bank of San Francisco taps First Republic founder’s scion for private banking push  The Business Journals

ANWR oil lease sale 'yields no bids,' a day after Alaska sues to stop process  Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

A Delaware judge has approved a settlement that will see Tesla directors – including Chair Robyn Denholm, Oracle founder Larry Ellison, Kimbal Musk, and James Murdoch – return up to $919 million to the automaker, officially resolving allegations that they overpaid themselves, per Reuters.  The settlement concludes a 2020 lawsuit by the Police and Fire […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Amazon’s winter sale runs through January 12 and offers discounts on apparel, mattresses, kitchen gadgets, bedding and much more.

Three Dallas-based firms are partnering to develop a $1 billion data center campus south of Dallas.

Oil prices little changed as markets weigh demand against US inventories  Reuters

WA State L&I refuses to pay Kitsap County woman’s medical bills after suffering on-the-job injuries  KIRO Seattle

On Wednesday’s broadcast of Newsmax TV’s “Rob Schmitt Tonight,” Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) stated that he won’t vote for a large reconciliation bill on the border, taxes, and energy if it includes an increase in the debt ceiling. Paul began The post Rand Paul: I Won’t Vote for Reconciliation Bill That Raises Debt Limit appeared first on Breitbart.

Muni cutting service on multiple bus lines, as it confronts financial crisis  San Francisco Chronicle

Oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge draws no bids  Alaska Beacon

Why this $9 million Washington brewpub is still not finished three years later  25 News Now

South Bend Adams boys basketball to be without coach Chad Johnston for Washington game  South Bend Tribune

Stiga Talks Scoring Golden Goal for United States at World Junior Championship, Development as Preds Prospect  NHL.com

LA fires updates: Lakers game postponed, area sports affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

LA fires updates: Sports teams, athletes and games affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

There’s been a LOT of chatter surrounding Wicked — even more for its wild press tour than the film itself. And the conversations are far from over! Fans are certain there’s some romantic trouble boiling behind the scenes, but this time it has nothing to do with Ariana Grande‘s controversial relationship with Ethan Slater! This [...] Read More... The post <i>Wicked</i> Feud?! Fans Think Cynthia Erivo's Girlfriend Lena Waithe 'Can't Stand' Ariana Grande! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Washington Commanders | National Football League, News, Scores, Highlights, Injuries, Stats, Standings, and Rumors  Bleacher Report

How to watch Michigan State vs. Washington basketball, live stream, betting line  Lansing State Journal

Gaming startups — specifically those building casual mobile games — are very hot in Turkey right now, and today another one is announcing a sizeable round just nine months into its existence. Grand Games, the publisher behind Magic Sort and Car Match, has picked up $30 million in funding — money that it will use […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Recent buzz has Seattle fans wondering if Mariners are dark horse Roki Sasaki team  SoDo Mojo

While Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel experienced some success in his first couple of seasons in Miami, year three came to a considerably disappointing end.

The extent of the devastation caused by the Southern California wildfires remains unclear, but Victor Shaw has been identified as a victim of the Eaton Fire.

What to know about thousands of evacuations and homes burned in Los Angeles-area fires  The Associated Press

Los Angeles wildfires live updates: Fire near West Hills neighborhood forces more evacuations  The Associated Press

Southern California Wildfires Live Updates: Officials Warn the Worst Is Still to Come  The New York Times

California Wildfire Live Updates: New Fire Ignites In San Fernando Valley—As Death Toll Reaches 6  Forbes

California Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles, Killing at Least 5: Live Updates  The New York TimesLive updates: LA County wildfires death toll rises with discovery of human remains in Malibu  NBC Los Angeles

The round could give the company a valuation of about $1 billion, a decrease from the company’s previous $1.35 billion valuation.  © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

More than 4,000 structures have been destroyed in the fire just outside Los Angeles, fire chief says  The Associated Press

Chrissy Teigen is “very scared.” The Lip Sync Battle alum took to Instagram on Wednesday to give followers a Teigen/Legend family update amid the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. She started off a series of Story posts with a photo from the @LosAngelesBucketList showing the Hollywood Hills on fire. Related: Stars Whose Homes Were Destroyed In [...] Read More... The post Chrissy Teigen Shares Harrowing Photos Of Family's Evacuation Amid LA Wildfires: ‘Very Scared Now’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Los Angeles Already Had a Housing Shortage. Wildfires Will Make It Worse.  The New York Times

Wildfires are currently devastating the greater Los Angeles area, burning over 45 square miles, torching over 1,300 structures, and putting nearly 180,000 people under evacuation orders as of Thursday. And yet, TikTok’s LA-based employees are being told to either continue their work from home or use their personal/sick days if that’s not possible, while the […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

One of the most important AI copyright legal battles just took a major turn.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Dr. Lori- Moore-Merrell, the Fire Administrator for FEMA, about fighting -- and plans to rebuild after -- the fires in Los Angeles.

Live updates: LA County wildfires death toll rises with discovery of human remains in Malibu  NBC Los Angeles

US House votes to advance bill to sanction ICC over Israel arrest warrants  Al Jazeera English

Los Angeles wildfires live updates: Death toll expected to rise as fires rage  The Associated Press

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Kelly Stafford is praying weather conditions calm down as the deadly wildfires in Los Angeles continue to rip through Southern California.

Washington firefighters head south to aid in the fight against Southern California wildfires  mybellinghamnow.com

Former college football star and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow issued an emotional prayer for those battling wildfires in California on Thursday.

Sad to see things playing out this way! [...] Read More... The post Silent No More! Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Mother Speaks Out After His Widow, Allison Holker, Exposes His Dark Secrets! And: appeared first on Perez Hilton.

As high winds persist, Los Angeles struggles with water and firefighting staffing challenges. Authorities say "thousands" of homes and businesses are destroyed. At least five people have died.

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Victoria Knapp, chair of Altadena Town Council, about the destruction in her town from the Eaton fire.

Calmer winds aid firefighters in Los Angeles as scope of devastation from wildfires comes into focus  The Associated Press

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks to outgoing CIA Director Bill Burns about the handling of Russia, the Mideast, and security threats during his tenure, plus what lies ahead for the intel community.

Most Democrats joined Republicans in voting to take up the measure, which would require the detention and deportation of undocumented immigrants charged with minor crimes.

Video shows bulldozer removing cars abandoned by people fleeing Los Angeles fires  USA TODAY

LISTEN LIVE: Supreme Court hears arguments on whether TikTok can be banned in free speech case  PBS NewsHour

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is among thousands who lost their homes in the Los Angeles area's wildfires after evacuating his family Tuesday.

Wildfires force Lakers, NCAA postponements as deadly blazes drive evacuations in Los Angeles - The Athletic  The Athletic

John Mixson, a retired U.S. Coast Guard helicopter search and rescue aircraft commander, explains the obstacles air crews fighting the Los Angeles wildfires are facing.

Red flag warnings are in effect for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, as the National Weather Service warns that powerful winds and low humidity will increase the risk of fire.

Column | Falsehoods around the L.A. fires are proliferating on the right  The Washington Post

Carter's Humble Legacy Honored With Full Military Splendor in Washington  Department of Defense

Alaska State Troopers investigate man's body found under truck in Palmer  youralaskalink

Los Angeles area wildfires live updates: Death toll expected to rise as fires rage  The Associated Press

Rep. Escobar Hold Launch Event for “A Better Way Forward,” A New Policy Framework on Border Security and Regional Migration  FWD.us

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Despite losing everything in Los Angeles wildfires, residents say they're thankful to be alive  ABC News

Man accused of shooting homeless shelter client 4 times charged with attempted murder  The San Francisco Standard

Cameron Mathison, James Woods, Paris Hilton, more celebrities lose homes in LA fires  USA TODAY

As Los Angeles Burns, Conspiracy Peddlers Lie About—and Celebrate—the Danger We’re Living Through  Mother Jones

Human remains found in home destroyed by Palisades Fire on LA County coast  NBC Los Angeles

It has been a heartbreaking week for many residents of Southern California this week. Wildfires have been running rampant throughout the Pacific Palisades and other areas around Los Angeles, doing countless millions in damage. Many of the homes known to have been destroyed belonged to some of the most beloved stars, too. Paris Hilton, Anna [...] Read More... The post Adam Brody, Anna Faris, Eugene Levy, & More Stars Whose Homes Were Destroyed In The Devastating California Wildfires appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Dismisses Criticism of City’s Wildfire Response  The New York Times

HBO's "Hacks" star Jean Smart, an Emmy and Golden Globes winner, is getting a lot of agreement regarding her idea of how to aid victims of the Los Angeles area wildfires and firefighters battling the blazes. The post Actress Jean Smart Urges Hollywood Networks to Nix Awards Shows and Donate Money to L.A. Fire Victims appeared first on Breitbart.

Los Angeles wildfires devastated Malibu, Altadena and more. See the before-and-after photos.  CBS News

Live updates: Los Angeles wildfire death toll unknown as Palisades, Sunset, Eaton fires remain uncontained  CNN

As whole neighborhoods in Los Angeles burn to the ground, city council members in nearby Long Beach, California, voted to double down on their sanctuary city policies, vowing to resist President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportations.

Poland passed a resolution to ensure the safe participation of Israeli representatives who attend 80th anniversary commemorations of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

She’s clapping back! Allison Holker… [...] Read More... The post Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Widow Makes A Confession! Responding To Criticism, Allison Holker Now Says: appeared first on Perez Hilton.

The wind is bending thick swirls of flame over Sunset Boulevard and the firefighters are helpless to stop it.

The wildfires sweeping across Southern California have already caused an estimated $52 billion to $57 billion in damages and economic losses, according to preliminary assessments from AccuWeather. The blazes, which have forced mass evacuations and disrupted daily life, are being The post Fires Ravaging Los Angeles Cause Over $50 Billion in Damage, Preliminary Estimates Say appeared first on Breitbart.

Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ mom is taking on the Allison Holker controversy. Earlier this week, tWitch’s widow sat down with People to discuss her forthcoming memoir This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light. For the first time she revealed shocking secrets about the late dancer. Family, friends, and fans alike have been [...] Read More... The post Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Mom Is Bashing Widow Allison Holker Now: 'He Doesn't Deserve This' appeared first on Perez Hilton.

'Unprecedented' fires still torching LA area; 180,000 told to flee: Live updates  USA TODAY

California Wildfire Live Updates: Sunset Fire Fully Contained In Hollywood Hills—As Palisades, Eaton Fires Still Burn  Forbes

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fires burning in and around Los Angeles have claimed the homes of numerous celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore and Paris Hilton and led to sweeping disruptions of entertainment events. The post Photos: Anthony Hopkins, Paris Hilton, John Goodman Among Hollywood Celebrity Homes Lost in Los Angeles Fires appeared first on Breitbart.

Comedian Adam Carolla ripped far-left California leaders for their fire prevention efforts, accusing 'environmental lunatics' of running the state 'into the ground' during 'Hannity.'

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Thursday, just two days after firing Antonio Pierce, that they have fired general manager Tom Telesco, who held the job just one year.

Alex Kemp, a 19-year-old Williams College student from New Jersey, died on Tuesday after skiing at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Massachusetts.

President Joe Biden politicized former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral on Thursday to warn the nation against "hate" and "abuse of power." The post Joe Biden Uses Carter’s Funeral to Warn Against ‘Hate’ and ‘Abuse of Power’  appeared first on Breitbart.

PHOTOS: Washington firefighters head out to help with devastating California wildfires  KIRO Seattle

Olympic gold medalist Gary Hall Jr. revealed in an interview this week that he lost all of his belongings, including his medals, after his home burned down in the California wildfires.

The International Association of Firefighters endorsed Gov. Kristi Noem for DHS secretary as California fires rage, which notably follows its neutral 2024 presidential position.

Breitbart News’s Jon Kahn, the singer/songwriter behind the #1 hit Trump tribute song “Fighter,” spoke with Fox & Friends’ Ainsley Earhardt about the loss of his home in the Palisades fire and how he’s “leaning into faith” to get up and continue fighting just like the words of his hit song. The post ‘Fighter’ Singer Jon Kahn Loses Home to Palisades Fire: I’m ‘Leaning into Faith… I’m Going to Get Up Just Like the Song Says’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Stars lose homes in Los Angeles area fires and Jamie Lee Curtis pledges $1M to relief effort  The Associated Press

ICE says it issued 198 detainer requests with the Boston Police Department last year. BPD Commissioner Michael Cox said there were only 15. The post How many ICE requests did Boston police receive in 2024? It depends on who you ask appeared first on Boston.com.

Loyalty Shakeup Coming? Alaska Airlines VP Signals Plan To Reward Ticket Price Over Distance Flown  View from the Wing

Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners were dropped by their insurers before the Palisades Fire  CBS News

If you thought a bitter end-of-season battle between AFC North rivals would be void of wholesome and heartwarming moments, you were almost right, but not quite. The post WATCH: Myles Garrett Gives Heartwarming Response to Ravens Rookie After Jersey Swap Request appeared first on Breitbart.

Fires in California decimate Los Angeles area, leave apocalyptic scenes: Live Updates  CBS News

Live updates: Firefighters face third day of strong winds in fight against LA County fires  NBC Los Angeles

Live updates: L.A. fires kill 5, with death toll expected to rise as several blazes rage unabated  The Washington Post

Los Angeles wildfires latest: Nearly 180,000 people under evacuation orders, county sheriff says  CNBC

California wildfires live updates: Death toll expected to rise as fires rage through Los Angeles  The Associated Press

Lakers vs. Hornets Postponed Due to Los Angeles Wildfires; Game Will be Rescheduled  Bleacher Report

LA fires updates: Lakers game postponed, more teams affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

A scientific study of former Titans tight end Frank Wycheck's brain confirmed the late NFL star suffered from the degenerative brain disease in the last years of his life.

The state’s insurance industry was reformed in late 2024 to promote coverage in disaster-prone areas. Tens of billions in fire damage will stress-test the new regime.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Speak Out on Los Angeles Fires, Encourage Relief Efforts  PEOPLE

Jean Smart pleaded with television networks not to air upcoming award shows as wildfires burn around the Los Angeles County. Smart won an award during Sunday's Golden Globes.

Los Angeles wildfires: Lakers game postponed, NFL contingency plans as coaches, athletes are impacted by fires  Yahoo Sports

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Satellite images show the extent of devastation from multiple wildfires burning in Los Angeles County after one day. The fires have killed at least five people and destroyed thousands of structures.

Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners were dropped by their insurers before the Palisades fire  CBS News

Amid the Los Angeles fires with no known cause, chefs and restaurants are opening their doors to help with discounted meals and free food to feed the affected community.

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has come under fire from both the "Facebook Supreme Court" and its own employees following Zuckerberg's decision this week to embrace free speech on his heavily censored platforms. The post Mark Zuckerberg Faces Backlash Against Free Speech from Meta Workers and Facebook ‘Supreme Court’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Paris Hilton has shared some heartbreaking news. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, the reality star revealed her home in Malibu burned “to the ground” in the devastating wildfires raging throughout multiple areas in Southern California this week — and she watched it all go down on live television. Awful. As you can imagine, Paris is [...] Read More... The post Paris Hilton Left ‘Heartbroken’ After Watching Her Malibu Home ‘Burn To The Ground On Live TV’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.

The family of four was found dead in their home after a well-being check Tuesday in West Greenwich, R.I. The post Rhode Island man killed pregnant wife, 2 children, then himself, say authorities appeared first on Boston.com.

Firefighters make progress slowing wildfires while Los Angeles grapples with scope of devastation  The Associated Press

The fires have forced mass evacuations. Firefighters are struggling to control a patchwork of deadly blazes that have killed at least five people and leveled entire communities.

Are the Los Angeles fires contained? See the latest on efforts to control Palisades, Eaton and more fires  CBS News

Jamie Lee Curtis is devastated about the Los Angeles wildfires. On Wednesday, the actress was on the opposite side of the country for an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon during the ongoing devastation in Pacific Palisades and other areas in Southern California due to the fires. As you may know, Jamie and [...] Read More... The post Jamie Lee Curtis Gets Emotional While Talking About ‘F**king Gnarly’ & ‘Awful’ Pacific Palisades Fires -- WATCH appeared first on Perez Hilton.

KENNEDY: The Los Angeles inferno destroyed my neighborhood and I didn't know if my home survived... then I got  Daily Mail

A security researcher found a bug in a Facebook ad platform, which gave him access to the company’s internal infrastructure. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

TikTok says it plans to shut down site unless Supreme Court strikes down law forcing it to sell  CBS News

FWD.us Publishes New Policy Framework To Reimagine Border Security and Address Regional Migration  FWD.us

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra warned against the impact of a preemptive presidential pardon for people like Dr. Anthony Fauci.

California wildfires live updates: 5 killed, Palisades Fire grows as Sunset Fire spreads through Hollywood Hills  Yahoo! Voices

Los Angeles officials delivered an update on the efforts to combat wildfires across the city on Thursday, saying more evacuations are expected.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with American writer Louis Ferrante about his latest book, "Borgata: Clash of Titans: a History of the American Mafia."

Update: Some users report that the new options have disappeared. It’s possible they went live prematurely. OpenAI is introducing a new way for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT, the company’s AI-powered chatbot. Some users on X on Thursday reported that ChatGPT’s existing custom instructions menu on the web has been revamped with new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Update: Some users report that the new options have disappeared. It’s possible they went live prematurely. OpenAI is introducing a new way for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT, the company’s AI-powered chatbot. Some users on X on Thursday reported that ChatGPT’s existing custom instructions menu on the web has been revamped with new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

As it looks to accelerate the pace of its AI development, Google is further streamlining the teams building its AI services, platforms, and tools. On Thursday, Logan Kilpatrick, who leads product for Google’s AI Studio developer platform, said in a post on X that Google’s AI Studio team and the team developing the API for […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Elon Musk said his SpaceX company will provide free Starlink terminals to the Los Angeles areas affected by the raging and catastrophic wildfires. The satellite internet service will help restore communication in areas devastated by the ongoing fires. The post Elon Musk’s SpaceX to Provide Free Starlink Terminals to Areas Affected by Los Angeles Wildfires appeared first on Breitbart.

Google searches for how to cancel and delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads accounts have seen explosive rises in the U.S. since Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the company will end its third-party fact-checking system, loosen content moderation policies, and roll back previous limits to the amount of political content in user feeds.  Experts see […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google is testing a new “Daily Listen” feature that automatically generates a podcast based on your Discover feed. The company confirmed to TechCrunch that Daily Listen is a personalized AI-powered audio experience that is designed to help you stay up to date on the topics you care about.  The feature is currently rolling out on […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Mandiant says a Chinese cyberespionage group has been exploiting the critical-rated vulnerability since at least mid-December. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Alaska Airlines gives Boise travelers fast pass to Disney World, Universal Studios with direct Orlando flight  Idaho Press

A professor of genetics, toxicology, and biological engineering, Thilly pushed himself and his students to develop solutions to real-world problems.

2024 Research ~ United States Laboratory Disposable Products Market Poised for Growth, Reaching USD 1.94 Billion by 2029, Diagnostic Testing Surge Influences Expansion  GlobeNewswire

Volkswagen-backed startup Scout Motors broke cover just a few months ago, and at this week’s CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, they hold the honor of being one of the only American automakers with a presence at the show.  That’s not the only thing that stands out about Scout being here, though. In a sea […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Bus caravan to circle downtown Seattle to honor slain driver Shawn Yim  The Seattle Times

Road closures, security in place ahead of Jimmy Carter's state funeral  NBC Washington

Mechanics ‘inadvertently’ drive Alaska Airlines plane into ditch at Ted Stevens airport, officials say  Alaska's News Source