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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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Los Angeles Times

China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan

On the second day of Beijing’s drills, the military carries out a live-fire show of force.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Large crowds in Somalia protest move by Israel

The recognition of Somaliland, the first of its kind, has drawn widespread reproach.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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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.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Allies discuss push for peace in Ukraine

Europe-Canada talks come amid disputed claim of drone assault on Putin's residence.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Arctic blast hits Great Lakes, Northeast

Strong winds, heavy snow and widespread plunging temperatures sweep the regions.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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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.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
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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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Los Angeles Times

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.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
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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.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

He leads granddaddy of all transformations

Cignetti took Indiana program with most losses and built it into a Rose Bowl favorite.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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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.

8 min  |

December 31, 2025
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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.

7 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Some aid groups barred from Gaza

Israel is suspending about three dozen for not meeting new staff, funding data rules.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Industrial heritage rejuvenation drives new consumption trends in Chengdu

Chengdu City, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, has transformed many of its industrial heritage sites into tourist attractions, providing refreshing consumption scenes for a growing number of visitors.

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December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Adorable giant pandas seen enjoying winter weather across China

A series of amusing video clips have shown giant pandas enjoying all manners of winter time fun, from rolling down snow-coated slopes to chomping away on carrots amid a bout of snowfall.

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December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Scenic spots in Gansu offer half-price entry in off-peak season

Dunhuang City in northwest China's Gansu Province officially launched 2025-2026 winter-spring off-peak season tourism discount program on Monday, offering half-price admission for renowned local attractions.

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December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Jim Jarmusch returns with melancholy family affair

A fine cast including Cate Blanchett brings thoughtfulness to the indie legend’s latest.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Will the growing divide between GOP factions tear the party apart?

Republican coalition is fractured like a cracked windshield.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Copper wire thieves sidelined parking enforcement in L.A.

Damage at a key tower led to radio outages. Similar crimes have caused chaos elsewhere.

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December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Despite storms, snowpack is below average

California Department of Water Resources conducts first survey of the season. The state’s water supply will depend heavily on coming months, official says.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Rams hit a cold spell amid hot NFC teams

The Rams wanted to make the playoffs in the worst way.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

ZARA LARSSON FINDS HER LIGHT

After changing the way she records on 'Midnight Sun,' the Swedish pop singer is nominated for her first Grammy

5 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Your book stack knows you best

Forget Spotify Wrapped. Reading helps us navigate our reality in this city.

5 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Cities cannot punish outreach workers for helping homeless people under new state law

State Senate Bill 634 would have made a big splash if it survived in the form Pasadena Democrat Sasha Renée Pérez originally intended.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

L.A. accused of ignoring state fire safety rules

The city permitted development in high-risk areas, lawsuit says, citing 75 examples.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

250 years on, Jane Austen devotion just makes sense

National celebrations showcase how the beloved author’s works still resonate.

5 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Chalamet brought a lot to the table for this role

Actor practiced table tennis relentlessly, and it seems to show in film ‘Marty Supreme.’

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Silver swings amid concerns about overheating

Silver recovered some losses after its biggest one-day drop in more than five years, with a lingering supply shortage keeping the metal on track for a monthly gain of about a third.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Times

Slumping Kings can't slow Avalanche

Nathan MacKinnon scored the 399th goal of his career and Brock Nelson had a goal and an assist as the surging Colorado Avalanche won their eighth in a row 5-2 over the visiting Kings on Monday night.

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December 31, 2025