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- World
Iranian protesters bypass internet blackout to share accounts of bloody crackdown
TEHRAN — An Iranian protester bypassed a government-imposed internet blockade to share an eyewitness account of a "bloody" crackdown, providing a rare look inside the country's ongoing civil unrest.…
- SoCal
UCLA study warns toxic chemicals at California ports pose health risks to residents
A toxic pesticide remains in widespread use across California two decades after federal officials recommended its phase-out, according to a new study by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).…
- Health
New research identifies ‘fake molecules’ as primary asthma cause, paving way for treatments
CLEVELAND – Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have identified a new class of molecules that may be a primary driver of asthma-related inflammation, challenging the long-held belief that standard leukotrienes…
- Politics
US faces partial government shutdown risk amid budget standoff
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government faces a looming partial shutdown this weekend as lawmakers remain deadlocked over a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security.…
- Culture
LSU and top universities battle for high school star Albert Simien
LAKE CHARLES, La. — Albert Simien, a premier five-star offensive prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, has emerged as the center of an intensifying national recruitment battle.…
- World
UN warns of global 'water bankruptcy' as vital systems hit point of no return
The world has entered an era of "global water bankruptcy," according to a United Nations report released last week. The report warns that many human-managed water systems have already passed a critical tipping point and …
- World
Israeli forces raid West Bank as settlers storm holy site in Nablus
Israeli forces arrested dozens of Palestinians during a series of raids across the occupied West Bank on Thursday, as military violence in the region continues to climb to its highest levels in decades.…
- World
Marine fossils in South India reveal evidence of ancient pearl port
THOOTHUKUDI, India — Farmers in southern India have uncovered ancient sea fossils and shells while preparing agricultural land, suggesting the inland region was once part of a major coastal belt.…
- Business
UK stocks hit record on commodity surge; Microsoft shares slide on Wall Street
LONDON — Britain’s benchmark FTSE 100 index climbed to a new record high of 12,259 points, fueled by a surge in oil and mining stocks as commodity prices jumped.…
- World
Gaza war enters next phase after Israel recovers bodies of final hostages
Israel recovered the body of the final hostage required to complete the first stage of a U.S.-mediated peace plan with Hamas on Monday, according to officials.…
- Houston
Galveston approves 2.5% pay raise for city employees to combat inflation
GALVESTON, Texas — The Galveston City Council unanimously approved a 2.5% pay increase for all civilian and city employees on Jan. 22.…
- Business
One in every six California homes is now owned by investors
LOS ANGELES – Investors now own approximately one out of every six single-family homes in California, according to a new data analysis.…
- Culture
Chelsea terminates Raheem Sterling’s contract, ending a costly and unsuccessful signing.
Chelsea FC has terminated the contract of forward Raheem Sterling, the club announced just hours before its Champions League match against Napoli.…
- SoCal
California suspect arrested for robbing two Poway massage parlors at knifepoint
POWAY, Calif. — Authorities arrested a 22-year-old man Monday morning on suspicion of robbing two massage parlors at knifepoint over the weekend.…
- US
Major US firms pledge $1,000 for workers’ children under ‘Trump Account’ initiative
Major U.S. corporations, including Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase, have pledged their support for the "Trump Account," a new federal savings initiative announced by the Trump administration.…
- Culture
Bruce Springsteen slams Trump’s immigration policies in new protest song
Bruce Springsteen has released a new song titled "Streets of Minneapolis," a track written in response to what he describes as "ongoing state terrorism" in the city.…
- US
DHS slams Illinois sanctuary law following murder case
WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security released a memorial video for an Illinois woman whose death has sparked federal criticism of state sanctuary policies.…
- World
Toxic pesticide ‘cocktails’ found in apples sold across Europe trigger health alert
BRUSSELS — A coalition of non-governmental organizations has issued an alert after discovering a "cocktail" of toxic pesticides in apples sold across Europe.…
- Politics
ASEAN signals pragmatic stance on Myanmar elections; Thailand urges ‘calibrated engagement’
CEBU, Philippines — Thailand’s Foreign Minister said Thursday he hopes Myanmar’s recent elections will mark the "beginning of a transition" toward lasting peace, despite widespread international condemnation of the vote …
- Business
Amazon closes all Fresh and Go stores, pivots grocery strategy to Whole Foods
SEATTLE — Amazon announced Tuesday it will close all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores across the country as the e-commerce giant shifts its focus to other business priorities.…
- Business
Wall Street ends mixed as gold hits record high amid market uncertainty
Wall Street capped a volatile week with a mixed performance on Friday, as a sharp drop in Intel shares weighed on blue-chip stocks while the Nasdaq managed a modest gain.…
- Health
Vietnam issues nationwide directive to prevent animal-to-human Nipah virus spread
HANOI – Vietnam’s Department of Livestock and Veterinary Medicine issued a nationwide directive on Jan. 29 ordering proactive measures to prevent the Nipah virus from entering the country.…
- World
Record heat fuels spreading wildfires and property damage in Victoria, Australia
MELBOURNE, Australia — Victoria may have recorded its hottest day in history as preliminary temperatures reached 48.9 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) in the state’s northwest towns of Hopetoun and Walpeup.…
- World
Historic heatwave nears 50C, throwing Australian Open into chaos
Parts of Australia are sweltering under a prolonged heatwave that pushed temperatures near 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) on Tuesday, threatening to break all-time records.…
- World
Australia scorched by record 50°C heat as wildfires rage across the country
SYDNEY — A record-breaking heatwave is scorching southeastern Australia, fueling major wildfires and leaving thousands of residents without power as temperatures climb to unprecedented levels.…