Los Angeles Times
Law meant to ease way for insured fire survivors
After the January fires that destroyed thousands of residences, victims who lost their clothing, furniture and other possessions faced a daunting task: creating a list of itemized losses to submit to their insurers — typically without records to rely on.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
California insurance chief seeks to change law on ‘intervenors’
Ricardo Lara proposes stricter funding rules for consumer groups challenging rate hikes.
4 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Ukraine’s battle to keep Russia out of eastern Donetsk
Moscow sees region as a launchpad from which to threaten other areas of country.
4 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Nobel economics prize awarded to 3 researchers
Their work helps to better explain how new ideas and inventions occur.
4 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Zelensky will travel to U.S. this week
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that he will travel to the United States this week for talks on the potential U.S. provision of long-range weapons, a day after President Trump warned Russia he may send Kyiv long-range Tomahawk missiles
1 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
EARLY CLASSES FOR VISION-IMPAIRED
Center provides child care and specialized education to help kids navigate their environment, avoid development delays
4 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Myanmar town left battered
Once-bustling area saw much fighting before falling under government control.
3 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Skipper maintains his focus on winning, not taking credit
Fox College Football tweeted that “The Jerry Neuheisel Era has begun with the Bruins.”
4 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Bassist-singer of prog rock pioneers the Moody Blues
He played on the band’s best-known hits, including ‘Nights in White Satin.’
3 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
A true crime documentary morphs into a horror movie
'Perfect Neighbor' traces the deadly shooting of a beloved community mother.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
'Roofman' will make off with your heart
Derek Cianfrance mixes goofiness and tears in comedy about an ex-military thief.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Homecoming for Israelis, Palestinians
Trump hails release of hostages and prisoners and attends summit about Gaza’s future.
6 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
A MODEL FOR THE KOOKY SET
Diane Keaton's singular fashion sense — best captured in 'Annie Hall' — masked her insecurities, yet exuded confidence
6 min |
October 14, 2025
Los Angeles Times
L.A. police commissioner to resign
The ex-FBI agent has faced criticism for his past counterterrorism work in Israel.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
NJ studio brings joy of movement to young dancers
Enthralled with dance, a 14-year-old girl adopted a new first name, Dancette, and a lifetime love was cemented.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
MTA fare hikes have been declared, but activists still aim to fight them
In a recent public service announcement, hip-hop superstar Cardi B, the new voice of the MTA's subway system, discourages subway surfing. \"Ride safe, keep it cute, and keep it moving,\" she says. In another, she informs people, \"These trains don't move without you, so make sure you pay that fare and keep it real.
4 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Mamdani is guest speaker at NAN's 15th Triumph Awards, Cuomo a no-show
Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani turned up as the National Action Network (NAN) celebrated its 15th Annual Triumph Awards, which featured several high-profile honorees in a star-studded event on October 6. His rival candidate, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, while expected, was absent.
3 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Bronx students' U.S. Capitol tour was canceled by government shutdown — then AOC stepped in
Eighth graders from Zeta Charter Schools in the Bronx were scheduled to tour the U.S. Capitol building Wednesday morning when the federal government shut down, placing their tour guide on furlough and leaving the disappointed students with no way to get into the building - but the group soon got an unforgettable civics lesson when Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez offered to step in as a replacement tour guide.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Jazz Notes: Jazz Gallery, Monk Fest, Village Vanguard
The saxophonist and composer Jaleel Shaw has become a dominant force in 21st century jazz as it speaks to America's trying times.
4 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
'Mexodus' tells a history of Black and Brown people that we didn't learn in school
There is a musical that you need to experience. It's a story that will educate and uplift while unraveling a history we did not learn in school.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Amidst league turmoil, the Aces and Mercury vie for the WNBA title
The WNBA has grown exponentially since its first season. That was back in 1997, when there was rightful uncertainty among ardent supporters about whether a professional women's basketball league had long-term sustainability.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Trump admin stonewall leaves Second Avenue subway funding in peril once again
Amid a government shutdown, Rep. Adriano Espaillat and local leaders called attention to the White House's threat to halt funding for the Second Avenue Subway in Harlem — a critical infrastructure project first proposed a century ago.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
New York schools, higher ed in trouble as government shutdown lingers; Jeffries blasts GOP for 'crisis'
As Republican and Democrat legislators squabble over the federal government shutdown, educators worry that the impacts to funding for schools and colleges could be serious the longer it continues.
4 min |
October 09, 2025
The Atlantic
THE AMERICAN EXPERIMENT
\"A magazine, when properly conducted, is the nursery of genius; and by constantly accumulating new matter, becomes a kind of market for wit and utility.\"
4 min |
November 2025
The Atlantic
THE MORAL FOUNDATION OF AMERICA
The idea that everyone has intrinsic rights to life and liberty was a radical break with millennia of human history. It's worth preserving.
5 min |
November 2025
The Atlantic
WHOSE INDEPENDENCE?
The question of what Jefferson meant by \"all men\" has defined American law and politics for too long.
10+ min |
November 2025
Archaeology
Temples to Tradition
A looted cache of bronzes compels archaeologists to explore Celtic sanctuaries across Burgundy
10+ min |
November/December 2025
Archaeology
OASIS MAKERS OF ARABIA
Researchers are just beginning to understand how people thrived in the desert of Oman some 5,000 years ago
8 min |
November/December 2025
Archaeology
CANINE COUTURE
A decorated bag used to carry something particular, or for a special occasion such as a night on the town, is often used to signal wealth and status.
1 min |
November/December 2025
Archaeology
ACTS OF FAITH
Evidence emerges of the day in 1562 when an infamous Spanish cleric tried to destroy Maya religion
10+ min |