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SPOTIFY EXPANDS MUSIC VIDEO TEST TO USERS IN THE U.S. AND CANADA
Spotify is widening its trial of in-app music videos to users in the United States and Canada, adding two major streaming markets to an experiment that began earlier this year in a handful of countries.
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December 13, 2025
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APPLE'S ORIGINALS EARN MULTIPLE GOLDEN GLOBE NOMINATIONS AS THE STUDIO CONTINUES EXPANDING ITS PREMIUM SLATE
Apple's expanding film and television division secured a wide set of Golden Globe nominations this week, spotlighting the reach of Apple TV's drama and documentary catalog as the service enters its fifth year of original programming.
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December 13, 2025
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NEARLY ONE-THIRD OF TEENS USE AI CHATBOTS DAILY AS CLASSROOM AND SOCIAL HABITS SHIFT
A growing share of teenagers is turning to Al chatbots as part of their everyday routines, according to new survey from Pew Research findings showing that nearly one-third of U.S. teens now use conversational Al on a daily basis. The data offers a snapshot of how quickly Al tools have moved from emerging technologies to embedded parts of how teenagers study, communicate, and explore creative interests.
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December 13, 2025
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IFIXIT LAUNCHES FIXBOT, A CAMERA-ASSISTED CHATBOT BUILT TO GUIDE EVERYDAY TECH REPAIRS
iFixit has introduced a new mobile app designed to bring its extensive library of repair guides into a more accessible, conversational format.
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December 13, 2025
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SPACEX SAID TO BE PREPARING A 2026 IPO AS VALUATION EXPECTATIONS RISE
SpaceX is reportedly preparing to pursue an initial public offering in 2026, according to new indications circulating among investors and advisors familiar with the company’s long-term planning.
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December 13, 2025
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DISNEY AGREES TO $1 BILLION EQUITY INVESTMENT IN OPENAI AND LICENSING DEAL FOR SORA AI TO USE ICONIC CHARACTERS
The Walt Disney Company said Thursday that it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI and has reached a licensing agreement that will allow the use of characters from its major entertainment franchises in OpenAI’s generative artificial intelligence tools, including the Sora video generator and ChatGPT image features.
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December 13, 2025
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GOOGLE DATA CENTER IN FORT WAYNE NOW OPERATIONAL AS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CONTINUES
Google’s $2 billion data center campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has begun operating, marking a new phase in a project that local officials and company representatives have described as part of broader infrastructure growth for digital services and artificial intelligence workloads.
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December 13, 2025
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GOOGLE MAPS ON IOS NOW SAVES PARKING LOCATIONS AUTOMATICALLY AND ADDS SUPPORT FOR CUSTOM ICONS
Google Maps has introduced a quiet but meaningful update for iPhone users, enabling the app to automatically save a vehicle’s parking location without requiring any manual action.
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December 13, 2025
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NVIDIA DEVELOPS LOCATION-VERIFICATION TECH AS GOVERNMENTS TIGHTEN CONTROLS ON CHIP MOVEMENT
Nvidia has developed a new location-verification system designed to help authorities confirm where sensitive chips are operated, adding a technical layer that could support global efforts to curb unauthorized transfers and smuggling of advanced processors.
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December 13, 2025
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BMW EVS GAIN ACCESS TO TESLA SUPERCHARGER NETWORK IN THE UNITED STATES
BMW electric vehicles in the United States can now use Tesla’s Supercharger network following a recent rollout of compatibility updates and connector adoption that enable cross-brand charging access.
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December 13, 2025
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APPLE PHONE CASE PROFITS COMPARED WITH AIRLINE MARGINS, IATA CHIEF SAYS
Apple's revenue from selling a single iPhone case could surpass the profit an airline earns from transporting one passenger, according to remarks from International Air Transport Association (IATA) Director General Willie Walsh.
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December 13, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Every second, you think about what you lost'
[Church, from A1]
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
After 5-year retirement, Rivers welcomes challenges of a return
The Hall of Fame semifinalist steps up for the Colts while allaying family’s fears.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Noem links seizure of oil tanker off Venezuela to U.S. antidrug efforts
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday linked the seizure of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela to the Trump administration's counter-drug efforts in Latin America as tensions escalate with the government of President Nicolas Maduro.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Threatened species status recommended for cougars
State wildlife agency director says the determination is 'long overdue' for the big cats in parts of California
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Buffer zones helped homes in January fires
As the Eaton and Palisades fires rapidly jumped between tightly packed houses, the proactive steps some residents took to retrofit their homes with fire-resistant building materials and to clear flammable brush became a significant indicator of a home's fate.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Antisemitism filings against colleges settled
Israeli professor sued UC Berkeley. Protests at Pomona College led to federal complaint.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Swifties happy to relive Eras, again
Taylor Swift takes fans back to a priceless tour with docuseries and extra concert film.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
DEATH VALLEY LAKE IS BACK
Ancient body of water reemerges after record November rainfall. It won't last long.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
USC COULD PLAY AT SOFI TOO
It seeks new home for 2028 football season as Coliseum may not be ready after Games.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Dungeons, dragons meet theatergoers with imagination
‘The Twenty-Sided Tavern’ brings popular tabletop role-playing game to life onstage.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
From his laptop, everything falls right into place
L.A. composer from Tokyo uses sound to create scenes, readies for ‘Daimatsu.’
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Ukraine peace talks focus on territorial control
Zelensky meets with European and other allies. Putin's demands pose a sticking point.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Trader Joe's opens 2nd store in Costa Mesa. Next up: S.C., N.Y.
Trader Joe's has opened a new store in Costa Mesa as it continues to grow its footprint across the U.S.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Dairy goods' prices slide as global production floods markets
Butter, milk and cheese prices are falling as a surge in global milk production floods the market, prompting warnings of a looming period of weak prices.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Torrance mail carrier who stole bank cards is sentenced
A former U.S. Postal Service carrier in Torrance was sentenced this week to more than five years for stealing mail, using stolen bank cards, checks and unemployment benefits to fund luxury shopping sprees and international vacations —all while bragging about it online.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Group sues over fire zone limits on rebuilding
A pro-housing group sued Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday over his decision to restrict Senate Bill 9, a housing law that allows owners to parcel up their properties, in the wake of the January fires.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Inside Meta’s gamble on monetizable AI tech
The shift would be a big departure from the open-source strategy it has touted for years.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Companies just starting to understand effects of government shutdown
Though the longest government shutdown in U.S. history is over, the consequences of the 43-day impasse are only just starting to clarify for companies across the U.S. and beyond.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Kings let a late lead slip away
Beniers’ goal in final minute ties it, then Dunn's power-play, OT goal lifts Kraken.
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