Los Angeles Times
California-Venezuela ties stretch back more than a century with Chevron
Saturday, after U.S. special operations forces snatched Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in Caracas and extradited them to face drug-trafficking charges in New York, President Trump said the U.S. would “run” Venezuela and open more of its massive oil reserves to American corporations.
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January 06, 2026
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Trump’s threats of military attacks rattle allies and foes
Trump aides warn the president’s approach risks miscalculation, alienating vital allies and emboldening U.S. competitors.
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January 06, 2026
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Versant launch marks Comcast's cable spin-off
Shares in new firm, which includes CNBC and MS NOW, fall 13% in Wall Street debut.
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January 06, 2026
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130-inch TVs? It’s the year of supersized screens
Samsung joins shift to jumbo electronics as it debuts its new models and technology.
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January 06, 2026
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Auto sales set to slip in face of rising prices
High prices threaten to send auto sales into decline this year as middle-class consumers shy away from new-vehicle purchases, with stickers near record levels.
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January 06, 2026
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Deductibles mean even the insured can't afford care
Policies discourage patients from seeking treatment, turning minor issues into expensive emergencies
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January 06, 2026
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Student loan borrowers to face wage garnishment
The Trump administration will soon begin garnishing the wages of student loan borrowers who are in default.
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January 06, 2026
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Security Council blasts U.S. for seizing Maduro
During an emergency meeting, members of UN. body condemn action in Venezuela.
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January 06, 2026
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Literary remix makes a splash with major twist
Xiaolu Guo takes 'Moby-Dick' on a new adventure that’s a triumph of creativity.
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January 06, 2026
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Raiders fire Carroll after one dismal season
The Las Vegas Raiders fired Pete Carroll on Monday after just one year, meaning they will enter their third consecutive season with a new coach in charge.
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January 06, 2026
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Can Galaxy excel again without injured Puig?
He’s the closest thing MLS has to an irreplaceable player. And now the team is running out of time.
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January 06, 2026
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Return of Lake could have a ripple effect
Rams hope their safety and well-liked leader can help against explosive Panthers
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January 06, 2026
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Director achieves a rare feat on Broadway
Tony winner Alex Timbers sees four of his productions run simultaneously.
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January 06, 2026
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Not many movies about the Bard himself
'Hamnet' is one of a few to look at the life of Shakespeare. Here are their Oscar fates.
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January 06, 2026
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Trump's unpredictability is dangerous
Re \"U.S. forces seize Venezuelan leader,\" Jan. 4
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January 06, 2026
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Trump's threats to launch attacks on 5 nations rattle allies and rivals
Venezuela risks “a second strike” if its interim government doesn’t acquiesce to U.S. demands.
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January 06, 2026
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Auto shop class is a dual engine, producing mechanics, free labor
The workers’ uniforms are smudged with stains earned underneath a car, wrench in hand.
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January 06, 2026
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Officers injured at Capitol on Jan. 6 are still struggling
As President Trump was inaugurated for the second time on Jan. 20, 2025, former Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell put his phone on “do not disturb” and left it on his nightstand to take a break from the news.
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January 06, 2026
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Maduro tries to make his case in brief court appearance
'I was captured,' protests the deposed Venezuelan president.
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January 06, 2026
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Hegseth censures Democrat over his remarks to troops
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Monday that he censured Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona over the former Navy pilot’s participation in a video that called on troops to resist unlawful orders.
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January 06, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Holocaust survivor was the stepsister of Anne Frank
EVA SCHLOSS, 1929 - 2026
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January 06, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Anaheim officials met to rehearse for stadium sale, records suggest
Five years ago, Anaheim city officials received a calendar invitation to rehearse a council meeting that could have led to a deal to sell Angel Stadium.
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January 06, 2026
Los Angeles Times
A new flu variant is rising rapidly. Here's what you should know
LINDSEY WASSON Associated Press ONLY about 42% of adults and children got a flu shot in 2025, the CDC said. Above, at a clinic in Seattle.
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January 06, 2026
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U.S. begins its battle in court with Maduro
Deposed president of Venezuela pleads not guilty to charges of cocaine trafficking.
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January 06, 2026
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Chevron's enduring Venezuelan legacy
California-founded heavyweight is only foreign petroleum firm in the oil-rich country.
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January 06, 2026
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Some spring playoffs in their step
Lakers' two-game sweep of the Grizzlies behind Doncic, James has a postseason feel.
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January 06, 2026
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10 found guilty of cyberbullying wife of French President Macron
A Paris court on Monday found 10 people guilty of cyberbullying France's first lady, Brigitte Macron, by spreading false online claims about her gender and sexuality, including allegations that she was born a male.
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January 06, 2026
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Walz drops bid for third term as Minn. governor
Democrats' pick for VP in 2024 cites GOP attacks tied to inquiry into day care fraud.
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January 06, 2026
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5-year-old, uncle killed in Gaza strike
An Israeli strike in Gaza on Monday hit a tent housing displaced people, killing a 5-year-old girl and her uncle and wounding two children, hospital officials said.
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January 06, 2026
Los Angeles Times
After Eaton fire, a deportation fight
Altadena resident was displaced by flames. Then ICE arrested her.
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