10 h. ago Before the Fire, L.A. Tried to Restore Second Reservoir in Palisades

Water supplies ran dry in the Pacific Palisades fire, in part because a reservoir was shut down for repairs. Records show the city had tried and failed to prepare an alternative reservoir.

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11 h. ago Anthony Weiner says voters don't want what 'Democrats are selling,' talks about comeback as fiery centrist

Disgraced former congressman Anthony Weiner spoke about his return to politics after sex scandals and prison time, overhauling his image as a firebrand for moderate policies.

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11 h. ago Australians vote in election, with high prices and housing shortage major issues

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's center-left Labor Party is seeking a second term. His opponent, conservative opposition leader Peter Dutton, wants to become the first political leader to oust a first-term government since 1931.

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13 h. ago Radio Free Asia announces mass layoffs amid funding fight with Trump administration

Radio Free Asia is laying off about 90 percent of its staff meaning it is effectively shutting down. It says it can no longer pay people after its funding was cut off by the Trump administration.

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13 h. ago Craig Breslow shuts down Roman Anthony to first base speculation: ‘Try to keep him where he’s comfortable’

“I think just given [Anthony’s] age, there’s still an opportunity for him to develop in the outfield.” The post Craig Breslow shuts down Roman Anthony to first base speculation: ‘Try to keep him where he’s comfortable’ appeared first on Boston.com.

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14 h. ago Murders of two Israelis in Los Angeles appear unrelated as speculation mounts

Murders of two Israelis in Los Angeles appear unrelated as speculation mounts  Jewish Telegraphic Agency

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19 h. ago Daily Digest: University to shutter its S.F. campus, Press Democrat acquired by deep pockets

Daily Digest: University to shutter its S.F. campus, Press Democrat acquired by deep pockets  The Business Journals

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20 h. ago AOC draws spotlight with Queens town hall as 2028 White House talk swirls

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., is hosting an in-person town hall in Jackson Heights, Queens, on Friday night amid speculation she is considering a 2028 presidential run.

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23 h. ago Free Seattle Waterfront Shuttle returns, offering rides across downtown

Free Seattle Waterfront Shuttle returns, offering rides across downtown  FOX 13 Seattle

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23 h. ago Washington Commanders rookie sparks speculation with a mysterious teaser

Washington Commanders rookie sparks speculation with a mysterious teaser  Sports Illustrated

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24 h. ago After more than 25 years, Six Flags America in Maryland will shut down

After more than 25 years, Six Flags America in Maryland will shut down  The Washington Post

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33 h. ago Former WNBA star Chiney Ogwumike touts Stephen A Smith's debate skills ahead of possible presidential run

Speculation continues to swirls around Stephen A. Smith's potential 2028 presidential bid. The sports commentator has made it clear he remains open to the idea.

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34 h. ago WATCH: Multiple fire departments battle large brush fire on Cape Cod, Massachusetts

What started as a controlled burn at Joint Base Cape Cod has exploded into a major brush fire in Sandwich, Massachusetts.

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37 h. ago This week in science: Minecraft, perfecting a pasta dish and new cancer research

Scientists are using the video game Minecraft to study how humans learn, perfecting a classic Roman pasta dish with science, and a possible reason why more young people are getting colorectal cancer.

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38 h. ago Angels' Mike Trout leaves game with knee soreness after hustling for base hit

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout left the the team's game against the Seattle Mariners Wednesday after he tried legging out a base hit.

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41 h. ago Denzel Washington’s ‘Othello’ Shut Out Of 2025 Tony Nominations

Denzel Washington’s ‘Othello’ Shut Out Of 2025 Tony Nominations  VIBE.com

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42 h. ago May Mobility to launch robotaxis on Uber platform this year in Texas

Startup May Mobility plans to deploy its autonomous vehicles on the Uber platform by the end of 2025, starting in Arlington, Texas, as part of a multi-year partnership. The tie-up with Uber offers May a chance to grow beyond offering shuttles within campuses and planned communities, while Uber adds May Mobility to its growing roster […]

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42 h. ago Northwestern to shutter San Francisco campus after Trump admin freezes funds

Northwestern to shutter San Francisco campus after Trump admin freezes funds  San Francisco Chronicle

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45 h. ago Tony Awards Nominations: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal’s ‘Othello’ Shut Out Despite Strong Ticket Sales

Tony Awards Nominations: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal’s ‘Othello’ Shut Out Despite Strong Ticket Sales  The Hollywood Reporter

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48 h. ago S.F. boozy brunch hotspot shuts down, and more Bay Area restaurant closures

S.F. boozy brunch hotspot shuts down, and more Bay Area restaurant closures  San Francisco Chronicle

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