Los Angeles Times
Rose Parade officials ready for a rainy event day
Sierra Madre boulevards, with some camping out overnight.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Guangdong aims to be a global leader in technological innovation
At the Understanding China Conference, Huang Qifan, Executive Deputy Director of the Academic Committee of China Institute for Innovation & Development Strategy, pointed out that reform and innovation operate as a dual engine driving China's development.
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December 31, 2025
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Migratory swans arrive in east China's Fujian for winter as ecosystem improves
A wetland park in Shishi City of east China's Fujian Province has seen the arrivals of an increasing number of migratory birds as winter comes, with flocks of whooper swans, a nationally protected species in the country, becoming a striking presence.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Day care fraud claim leads to more federal agents in Minn.
Centers face scrutiny after an allegation of a $100-million scheme by Somali operators.
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December 31, 2025
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China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan
On the second day of Beijing’s drills, the military carries out a live-fire show of force.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Large crowds in Somalia protest move by Israel
The recognition of Somaliland, the first of its kind, has drawn widespread reproach.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Prosecution came only after error by feds
A newly unsealed order in the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia reveals that high-level Justice Department officials pushed for his indictment, calling it a “top priority,” only after he was mistakenly deported and then ordered returned to the U.S.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Allies discuss push for peace in Ukraine
Europe-Canada talks come amid disputed claim of drone assault on Putin's residence.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Arctic blast hits Great Lakes, Northeast
Strong winds, heavy snow and widespread plunging temperatures sweep the regions.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Weather is elephant in the room
It hasn't rained on the Rose Parade since '06, but officials say they are ready for it.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Archaeologists discover wide variety of cultural relics from Luojiahe Site in Shaanxi
A variety of cultural relics, including pottery, stone tools, jade artifacts, were unearthed from the Luojiahe cultural relic site in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, with the number of relics being restored and sorted surpassing 1,000.
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December 31, 2025
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Qingdao is a key manufacturing hub for the country's iconic Fuxing Hao fleet
Qingdao City in east China's Shandong Province is a key manufacturing hub for the country's iconic Fuxing Hao fleet.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Exhibition reveals picture of early China through ancient bamboo writing
An exhibition on \"Ancient Chinese Bamboo and Wooden Slips\" that showcases ancient Chinese writing in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, is offering visitors a glance into everyday life, governance and cultural traditions in ancient China.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
He leads granddaddy of all transformations
Cignetti took Indiana program with most losses and built it into a Rose Bowl favorite.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
El DeBarge to ring in 2026 at Blue Note L.A.
The R&B legend talks about his New Year's Eve show and why he never plans to retire.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
They're the backbone of Trojans' front line
Resilience of USC offensive line coach Hanson and his wife has kept unit strong.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Some aid groups barred from Gaza
Israel is suspending about three dozen for not meeting new staff, funding data rules.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
National Guard troops patrol New Orleans a year after attack
A National Guard deployment in New Orleans authorized by President Trump began Tuesday as part of a heavy security presence for New Year's celebrations a year after an attack on revelers on Bourbon Street killed 14 people, officials said Monday.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
As cash flows to data centers, AI investors follow
The artificial intelligence trade is moving, and investors seeking cutting-edge ways to play it are snapping up technology “pick-and-shovel” stocks as cloud service giants pour billions into new data centers.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Swimmer believed to be shark-attack victim is found dead
For days, divers scanned the waters off Lovers Point hoping to find a trace of Erica Fox, the missing open-water swimmer believed to have been killed by a shark Dec. 21.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Hulu, Disney+ platforms will be integrated in coming year
Hulu isn’t going away, but Disney is bundling the two to boost its own branded content.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Strong winds down trees, power lines in SoCal
Santa Ana gusts cause chaos on the roads. In Moorpark, CHP closes Highway 118.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
It’s a return of the Luka and LeBron show
Lakers stars Doncic, James must quickly develop chemistry with Reaves sidelined.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
We're halting our own energy progress
Re “Trump suspends major wind projects, cites national security,” Dec. 23
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Deciphering the modern alchemy of clay and fire
Michael May, a ceramic artist from Oklahoma City, found himself in the bustling ceramics market of Jingdezhen in China's Jiangxi Province.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Farming mogul shot wife dead in Arizona, police say
Corey McGarrahan and his wife were watching television in their rural Arizona home a little past 9 p.m. when they heard what sounded like a propane explosion outside.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Once the No. 1 seed in the NFC, Rams' loss to Falcons has them in a free fall
The Rams already knew they will be on the road for the playoffs, a difficult assignment for any team.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Scientists cultivate specific plant for migratory birds wintering at Poyang Lake
Scientists have successfully cultivated a specific plant as food sources for white cranes wintering at Poyang Lake, enhancing their habitat quality and reducing the need for them to forage in farmers' rice paddies.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Walking toward a sustainable future: Reconnecting rural China and the Netherlands
Harry den Hartog walked along a fragrant road bordered by osmanthus in northern Zhejiang Province. As industrial facilities faded into the background, the inherent beauty of the countryside became apparent.
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December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Rain probably led to rupture that closed the 5, expert says
Major gas line break in Castaic was likely caused by a landslide set off by the heavy storm. The freeway was shut down for nearly four hours.
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