Los Angeles Times
Belarus deports political prisoners in 'dirty trick'
The only official document human rights advocate Uladzimir Labkovich had with him when he was suddenly released from a Belarus prison, blindfolded and driven to neighboring Ukraine was a piece of paper with his name and mugshot on it.
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December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Trump turns to his son-in-law for difficult diplomacy
Jared Kushner is back in the foreign policy fold, taking a greater role in delicate talks.
5 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Zelensky says progress in peace talks 'quite solid'
Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to strike significant targets deep inside Russia.
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
A hefty turnout for latest 'Avatar' in U.S., Canada
The Na'vi won the battle of the box office last weekend, as \"Avatar: Fire and Ash\" hauled in a hefty $89 million in the U.S. and Canada during its opening last weekend.
1 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Police: Beach attack planned for months
A man accused of killing 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach conducted firearms training in an area of New South Wales state outside Sydney with his father, according to Australian police documents released on Monday.
2 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
PAYING FEES NOT A PREREQUISITE
State law bars withholding of transcripts over unpaid bills. Websites saying otherwise are in error, college officials say.
4 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Why actors are staying in character with their fashion
'Method dressing' has changed the fabric of awards season as stars go viral for donning bold looks inspired by their films
4 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
'It was by the kids, for the kids': A look at the club's legacy
Chain Reaction's former booker recalls the heyday of 'the CBGB's of the West.'
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
'Roofman' tells a Christmas tale in the Capra tradition
The stars and director of the film explain how they channeled the legendary director to make a holiday film for the people
4 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Should Angels fans give up and put on Dodger blue?
Christmas is three days away, and you're running out of time to get a gift for the Angels fan in your life.
4 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
The stand-up sets are just a starting point
‘Is This Thing On?’ starts as a midlife dive into comedy, but it’s got more on its mind.
2 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Ayton ready; Doncic, Reaves day to day
As Lakers coach JJ Redick talked after practice Monday about the long list of players who would be listed as day to day for Tuesday night’s game at Phoenix, he at least knew that center Deandre Ayton will be back after missing two games because of left elbow soreness.
1 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Red Sox trade for All-Star Contreras
The Boston Red Sox acquired three-time All-Star Willson Contreras from the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday in a trade for righthander Hunter Dobbins and two pitching prospects.
2 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Bring back academic rigor
THE case for standardized tests like the SAT has never been stronger.
1 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Killing of a general in Moscow follows assassinations Russia blames on Kyiv
Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out a number of high-profile attacks against prominent Russians since Moscow invaded its neighbor nearly four years ago.
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
How investors profit from sex abuse payouts
Multiple firms behind costly L.A. lawsuits are backed by opaque out-of-state financing.
10+ min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
These costume designers rebel against conformity
From 'Wicked: For Good' to 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' this year was filled with characters who stand up to authority. These pros made sure they dressed the part.
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Slain wife of wealthy farmer had returned to her ancestral home
She left her husband and went to Pinetop, where a town that adored her is reeling after her death
6 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Inside the two visions for the future presented in the animated epic 'Arco
The film from director Ugo Bienvenu imagines the worst-case scenario for humanity under the effects of climate change but also offers reasons for hope
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
O.C. loses hardcore haven
Chain Reaction, the legendary Anaheim all-ages punk venue, closes after 30 years.
8 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Irish have more flight than fight in 'em
The world of college football may be awash in uncertainty, but the last several weeks have proven one thing beyond a shadow of a doubt.
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
7 feats of building, all imbued with a sense of the future
In a year when fire destroyed so many structures, these new area landmarks deserve recognition
9 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
An essay by Maggie O’Farrell on making ‘Hamnet’ over a series of voice notes with director Chloé Zhao
WHEN I FIRST HEARD THAT CHLOÉ ZHAO was interested in making a film of my novel, “Hamnet,” I was instantly intrigued.
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Imax films earned $1 billion in 2025. Next year is set to be even bigger
Audiences are shelling out extra cash to see movies like 'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' in the premium format. Will they start to feel the squeeze?
4 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
A blunt, powerful re-creation of a real-life tragedy in Gaza
'The Voice of Hind Rajab' uses actual recording of a child trapped out of reach.
2 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Michael B. Jordan had to double down for 'Sinners'
The actor on reuniting with director Ryan Coogler and developing distinctive traits for his twin characters
4 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
It took many paws to make 'Zootopia 2'
Directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard on how the Disney Animation herd pitched in
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Jim Beam putting its distillery in Kentucky on the wagon for a while
Bourbon maker Jim Beam is halting production at one of its distilleries in Kentucky for at least a year as the whiskey industry navigates tariffs from the Trump administration and slumping demand for a product that needs years of aging before it is ready.
1 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Urgent effort to boost Mississippi 3rd-graders’ reading
Michael Cormack felt as if he’d been punched in the stomach.
3 min |
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Violent drills push recruits to the limit — even death
Fatalities across the nation have renewed scrutiny of some law enforcement training.
3 min |