Los Angeles Times
‘Stranger Things’ series finale pulls estimated $25 million at box office
The finale of Netflix’s blockbuster series “Stranger Things” gave movie theaters a much needed jolt, generating an estimated $20 to $25 million at the box office, according to multiple reports.
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January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Zelensky names head of military intelligence as new chief of staff
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday appointed the head of Ukraine's military intelligence as his new chief of staff, a move that comes as the U.S. leads a diplomatic push to end Russia’s nearly four-year-old invasion.
4 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Federal employees seek coverage for gender-affirming care
The Trump administration is facing a new legal complaint from a group of government employees affected by a policy that went into effect Thursday that eliminates coverage for gender-affirming care in federal health insurance programs.
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January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Tesla trails Chinese automaker in EV deliveries
Musk's company loses ground to BYD in '25, with one expert citing a range of challenges.
3 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Driving 100 mph could cost license
State's pilot program tightens discipline in bid to curb reckless behavior and deaths.
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January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
As billionaires, will the Beyoncés and the Taylor Swifts stand up to tyranny?
The reluctance of the 1% to protect democracy has left many of us feeling hopeless
3 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Back from the dead, a legacy paper adopts startup mindset
It’s a rare, hopeful reversal for Santa Barbara. New editor calls it 'greatest role.'
3 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Rose Bowl needs to host CFP title game every year
Two unbeatens owned Pasadena on Thursday, two unbeatens who transformed a dreary morning into a startling afternoon, two unbeatens who overcame questions to shine like the poke of the midday sun.
5 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
This treasure shouldn't be buried
Center Coogan, offensive line get MVP as Indiana polishes a gem
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January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
School sued over student's death after crash in lot
Campbell Hall, the elite K-12 private school in Studio City, is being sued by two renowned artists after their 15-year-old son was fatally pinned between two vehicles in the school’s parking lot earlier last year.
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January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Health insurance costs skyrocket for millions
The change affects a large, diverse group of Affordable Care Act program enrollees.
3 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
UCLA’s Chesney rounds out his coaching staff
Bob Chesney's initial UCLA football staff is going to have a familiar feel to anyone who follows James Madison.
3 min |
January 03, 2026
Los Angeles Times
Daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, actor
Victoria Jones, the daughter of Academy Award-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones, was reportedly found dead at a hotel in San Francisco on New Year's Day.
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
The Carmaker Shifting Production to the U.S.
For Nissan, with factories on five continents, the answer to tariffs is to lean into the U.S.
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Americans Find Affordability in Midwest
The region offers housing costs below national median and steady wage growth
5 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Zelensky Gets New Senior Political Aide
Military intelligence chief tapped after corruption probe ousts predecessor
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
We Could Use a Return to Gallantry
I don't want to sum up the year, outline hopes for 2026, predict or warn.
5 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
My Parents' Secret for Living Well Into Their 90s: Embracing Strangers
I have spent my career studying what makes people live healthier and longer. My mom and dad are proof that the key is staying socially connected.
4 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
The Two Days That Toppled College Football's Modern Dynasties
WHEN THE QUARTERFINALS of the College Football Playoff kicked off, it seemed to be business as usual for America's most traditionladen sport.
3 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
What Your WAITER Really Thinks of YOU
This veteran of top New York restaurants has eye-opening info to share. From making the reservation to calculating the gratuity, his pro tips will make you a savvier and more satisfied diner in 2026.
5 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Enlightened Final Thoughts
The Rest Is Silence By Joanna Stalnaker Yale, 304 pages, $35
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Indiana Football Marches On
The No. 1-ranked Hoosiers stunned the Alabama Crimson Tide, 38-3, in the Rose Bowl and are now two wins from a national championship. swear I’m not making this up.
4 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Big Charm on Small Change
Can Charleston, S.C., with its historic hotels and fancy dining rooms, be enjoyed on a strict budget of 1,000? How one traveler made it work without sacrificing good eats, a comfy bed or even a rental car.
5 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Live-Music Pioneer Ran The Forum In Its 'Showtime' Era
She helped turn the Los Angeles arena—home of the Lakers—into a venue for major music acts and transformed its VIP area into a nightclub.
4 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
How One Genius Pointed Billions of People the Right Way
On a rainy day in Detroit, a Ford engineer got confused, then soaked—and inspired. It took decades before he got any credit.
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
The CEO Ready to Challenge Nvidia With a 'Renegade' Chip
June Paik spurned a takeover offer from Meta Platforms last year. Now his South Korean company, named for a 'Mad Max' protagonist, has an Al chip entering mass production.
4 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Global Stocks' Great Year Was About More Than the Dollar
Foreign shares have advantages aside from simply not being in the U.S.
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
When Hell Freezes Over
To support the Eastern Front, the Allies sent convoys to Russia through waters so frigid they could freeze men to death in five minutes.
4 min |
January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
Families Desperately Search For Survivors of Swiss Fire
Umberto Marcucci was asleep in this Swiss mountain resort town when the phone rang around 2 a.m. on New Year’s Day.
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January 03, 2026
The Wall Street Journal
The New Berkshire CEO Faces A $358 Billion Question
Warren Buffett just passed the torch to Greg Abel. For shareholders, a mountain of cash is top of mind.
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