Los Angeles Times
THE SECRET WORLD OF ANIMAL SLEEP
Some snooze only half a brain at a time. Others take 4-second micronaps. It pays to be able to multitask.
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January 09, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Rare whale's population edges higher; extinction is still a danger
One of the world's rarest whale species is having more babies this year than in some recent seasons, but experts say many more young are needed to help stave off the possibility of extinction.
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January 09, 2026
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The year's new political fault lines are already forming
An ICE shooting, a GOP rift, a looming nightmare for the left
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January 09, 2026
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Institutional investors targeted in housing push
Trump proposal is latest to address the affordability issue ahead of midterms.
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January 09, 2026
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State must be part of shooting inquiry, Walz says
Minnesota governor demands access from feds after killing by ICE fuels protests.
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January 09, 2026
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Bulgarian diplomat to head peace board in Gaza
The appointment, announced by Israel, is a key step forward for the U.S. plan.
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January 09, 2026
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Danish, Greenlandic envoys talk with U.S.
Denmark and Greenland's envoys to Washington have begun a vigorous effort to urge U.S. lawmakers as well as key Trump administration officials to step back from President Trump's call for a takeover of the strategic Arctic island.
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January 09, 2026
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Mexico becomes crucial fuel supplier to Cuba
U.S. control of Venezuelan oil could place Sheinbaum in a difficult situation.
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January 09, 2026
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Despite state's fiscal outlook, Newsom paints a bright picture
He touts successes, contrasts California and nation's capital in State of State speech.
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January 09, 2026
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California lawmakers decry ICE shooting in Minneapolis
The fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by a federal immigration agent during an operation Wednesday in Minneapolis sparked public outrage and protests across the country, including in California, where agents have been involved in several shootings.
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January 09, 2026
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Governor casts Sacramento as a foil to Trump's policies
In a State of the State speech that largely ignored any talk of the big, fat budget black hole that threatens to swallow the California dream, Gov. Gavin Newsom instead laid out a vision of the Golden State that centers on inclusivity and kindness to combat Trump's reign of darkness and expulsion.
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January 09, 2026
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Professor Doncic wields whiteboard, but Lakers still fall
With several players sidelined — including James — triple-double fails to topple Spurs.
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January 09, 2026
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Amanda Seyfried gives us her body and soul
As a religious leader in 'The Testament of Ann Lee,' she pushes viewers to believe.
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January 09, 2026
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Mickey Rourke declines fans’ donations
The actor’s manager says he has movie offers after eviction woes were publicized.
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January 09, 2026
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Senate weighs war powers
Dissent grows within GOP as Trump and Miller escalate rhetoric on seizing Greenland by force
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January 09, 2026
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Transfer portal case getting ugly after player signed NIL contract
The decision by Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. to enter the transfer portal shocked and angered the Huskies because only days earlier the sophomore breakout star had signed a lucrative name, image and likeness deal to remain in Seattle.
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January 09, 2026
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Snowmobiler dies in an avalanche north of Lake Tahoe
A 42-year-old snowmobiler was buried in an avalanche just north of Lake Tahoe on Monday and died, despite having all of the latest safety gear and being with four other experienced riders.
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January 09, 2026
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Varying views by Lanning, Cignetti
Oregon and Indiana coaches stem from Saban coaching tree, but diverge on style.
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January 09, 2026
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'WILLING US TO VICTORY'
Harbaugh lauds Herbert, who ignored pain to guide Chargers into the playoffs
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January 09, 2026
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UCLA freshman class learning from Chiles amid growing pains
Women’s gymnastics trusts in youth at meet against Washington, Cal and Oregon State.
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January 09, 2026
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Kings again struggle late as Sharks prevail in overtime
William Eklund scored 3:08 into overtime, Macklin Celebrini had the tying goal and two assists to extend his point streak to 12 games, and the San José Sharks defeated the Kings 4-3 on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena.
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January 09, 2026
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Hawks reportedly sending ‘legend’ Young to Wizards
Trae Young’s tenure in Atlanta is over, with the Hawks agreeing to trade the high-scoring and frequently criticized guard to the Washington Wizards for a package including veteran CJ McCollum, a person with knowledge of the move said Wednesday night.
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January 09, 2026
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On Skid Row, GOP candidate faults Democrats
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, one of the top Republican candidates running for California governor, met a woman sprawled on the sidewalk as he walked around Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles.
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January 09, 2026
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Clippers cooled off by the Knicks
Karl-Anthony Towns had 20 points, Il rebounds and a season-high seven assists, Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and the New York Knicks ended their four-game losing streak with a 123-111 victory over the Clippers on Wednesday night.
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January 09, 2026
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Not just the rich are U-Hauling it out of here
It isn't just billionaires leaving California.
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January 09, 2026
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Five favorites emerge in the race
DGA delivers its nods for feature films, a key Oscar predictor. Who will reign 'Supreme'?
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January 09, 2026
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Test your inner sleuth with four new mysteries
The puzzles and twists encompass true crime, family secrets and drama, feuding exes and one eccentric British PL.
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January 09, 2026
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Humanoid robots show how far — and not so far — they’ve come
At the CES trade showin Las Vegas this week, robots poured coffee, played ping pong, dealt poker hands and folded laundry — all withina few feet of one another.
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January 09, 2026
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Paramount declares it stands by its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount is staying the course on its $30-a-share bid for Warner Bros.
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January 09, 2026
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Layoffs in California outpaced all states in 2025
Tumult in influential tech and film sectors drove the cuts. Only D.C. took a bigger hit.
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