Los Angeles Times
Netflix would acquire a host of classics
'Harry Potter,' 'Batman' and others would be part of the Warner Bros. deal.
4 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Literary events are comin' to town
Here are the best readings and book events in and around L.A. this season.
5 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Australia’s youth social media ban inspires other nations
Australia will soon ban its youths from popular services such as TikTok and Instagram, becoming the world’s first democracy to carry out such a crackdown, in response to growing concerns about social media’s harms.
6 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
School breaks leave hungry youths vulnerable to abuse
The holidays are a time when people gather with loved ones and celebrate abundance, but when California's most vulnerable young people aren't going to school because they are on break, it means even more uncertainty over where to find food.
3 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Criticism of ICE in New Orleans tracked by officials
State and federal authorities are closely tracking online criticism and demonstrations against the immigration crackdown in New Orleans, monitoring message boards around the clock for suspected threats to agents while compiling regular updates on public “sentiment” surrounding the arrests, according to law enforcement records reviewed by the Associated Press.
4 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
What 'Zootopia 2's' success in China shows Hollywood
It used to be that China was a gold mine for certain types of U.S. films.
2 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
After 2 years, Christmas returns to Bethlehem
About 80% of the residents depend on tourists and pilgrims for their livelihoods.
3 min |
December 08, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Big Ten champion Indiana in Rose Bowl
The Indiana Hoosiers edged the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Big Ten championship game and were rewarded Sunday morning with a No. 1 College Football Playoff ranking and the invitation to the Rose Bowl that goes with it.
1 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
White House Softens Language on China
The White House's new national-security strategy signals a softer approach to competition with Beijing, playing down ideological differences between the two superpowers and marking a break from years in which China was singled out as posing the U.S.'s greatest challenge.
2 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
In Retirement, a Tangled Mix Of Mourning and Celebrating
As we get older, there's a lot to grieve. But the grieving makes way for gratitude.
5 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
A Claim On Bondage
The Zorg
4 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Vaccine Vote Puts Senator in a Bind
Cassidy slams RFK Jr.'s undoing of norm he had promoted as a liver doctor
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Teens Still Face Danger on Instagram
Two moms researched and found a workaround where adults can connect with kids and even exchange nude photos
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Spotify's Gimmick Strikes a Chord
It was yacht rock that sank Amanda Rodriguez.
2 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
One Man's Mission to Get Stolen Skincare Goods Back
Max Medroso's nightmare started this summer when his natural skincare business was waiting for a big shipment ordered for Amazon's Prime Day.
4 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Place Over Pizzazz
The year's best buildings smartly embraced their own specific settings
6 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
How to Get the Most Out of Your Gift Cards
If you're left with a small balance, in some states you can ask for the change
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
LOOKING FOR WAYS TO LOWER YOUR TAXES? - CONSIDER THESE FOUR OFTEN-MISSED CREDITS
Taxpayers miss billions of dollars in credits for retirement savings contributions, lifetime learning costs, child care and more
4 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Soaring Beef Costs Get the Attention Of White House, but Easy Fix Elusive
A group of President Trump's top advisers have convened to tackle soaring beef prices, according to people familiar with the discussions, showing how the administration is escalating efforts to wrangle food inflation.
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Hegseth Defends Strike on Drug-Boat Survivors
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the U.S. military's decision to kill two survivors of a lethal strike in the Caribbean in a followup attack on the capsized boat, in his first detailed public remarks about the operation.
2 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Hypersonic Missiles Fuel Startup Boom
Castelion is among those racing to make the U.S. competitive in Mach 5 warfare
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
College Football Playoff Takes Miami Over Notre Dame
College football has its fair share of zany traditions, but none has become as reliable as spending the final weekend of the season arguing over whether Alabama deserves to make the College Football Playoff.
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
The Surprising (and Reassuring) Truth About Late Presents
Gift givers think it's the ultimate faux pas. But research suggests that those on the receiving end don't mind nearly as much as we fear.
2 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
The Top 10 Reasons New Businesses Fail
Entrepreneurs face many challenges, and common missteps can send a small company into a tailspin
6 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Court to Eye Vast Firing Power for President
Justices are poised to strip agencies' broad job protections in an ex-FTC official's case
4 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Russia Struggles In AI Race As Others Pull Ahead
President Vladimir Putin has often proclaimed that Russia must lead the world in artificial intelligence.
4 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
How a Human Created A Virtual Movie Star
Tilly Norwood, an “actress” built with artificial intelligence, comes from humble beginnings, popping into the mind of Eline Van der Velden while the producer was in the restroom at London’s private Groucho Club.
6 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
When Self-Defense Kills Bystanders
Laws protect shooters who accidentally kill while lawfully defending themselves
6 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
Netflix Disrupts Hollywood Again
A $40 late fee on a Blockbuster Video rental led to the creation of the company that has swallowed Hollywood.
3 min |
December 08, 2025
The Wall Street Journal
How Commodities Can Buoy 60/40 Portfolios
Stocks and bonds suffer when inflation spikes, but an allocation to commodities would cut risk and boost returns, research finds
3 min |