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Los Angeles Times

As cash flows to data centers, AI investors follow

The artificial intelligence trade is moving, and investors seeking cutting-edge ways to play it are snapping up technology “pick-and-shovel” stocks as cloud service giants pour billions into new data centers.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Swimmer believed to be shark-attack victim is found dead

For days, divers scanned the waters off Lovers Point hoping to find a trace of Erica Fox, the missing open-water swimmer believed to have been killed by a shark Dec. 21.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Hulu, Disney+ platforms will be integrated in coming year

Hulu isn’t going away, but Disney is bundling the two to boost its own branded content.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Strong winds down trees, power lines in SoCal

Santa Ana gusts cause chaos on the roads. In Moorpark, CHP closes Highway 118.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

It’s a return of the Luka and LeBron show

Lakers stars Doncic, James must quickly develop chemistry with Reaves sidelined.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Deciphering the modern alchemy of clay and fire

Michael May, a ceramic artist from Oklahoma City, found himself in the bustling ceramics market of Jingdezhen in China's Jiangxi Province.

6 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

We're halting our own energy progress

Re “Trump suspends major wind projects, cites national security,” Dec. 23

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Day care fraud claim leads to more federal agents in Minn.

Centers face scrutiny after an allegation of a $100-million scheme by Somali operators.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan

On the second day of Beijing’s drills, the military carries out a live-fire show of force.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Large crowds in Somalia protest move by Israel

The recognition of Somaliland, the first of its kind, has drawn widespread reproach.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Prosecution came only after error by feds

A newly unsealed order in the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia reveals that high-level Justice Department officials pushed for his indictment, calling it a “top priority,” only after he was mistakenly deported and then ordered returned to the U.S.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Allies discuss push for peace in Ukraine

Europe-Canada talks come amid disputed claim of drone assault on Putin's residence.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Arctic blast hits Great Lakes, Northeast

Strong winds, heavy snow and widespread plunging temperatures sweep the regions.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Weather is elephant in the room

It hasn't rained on the Rose Parade since '06, but officials say they are ready for it.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Farming mogul shot wife dead in Arizona, police say

Corey McGarrahan and his wife were watching television in their rural Arizona home a little past 9 p.m. when they heard what sounded like a propane explosion outside.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Scientists cultivate specific plant for migratory birds wintering at Poyang Lake

Scientists have successfully cultivated a specific plant as food sources for white cranes wintering at Poyang Lake, enhancing their habitat quality and reducing the need for them to forage in farmers' rice paddies.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Walking toward a sustainable future: Reconnecting rural China and the Netherlands

Harry den Hartog walked along a fragrant road bordered by osmanthus in northern Zhejiang Province. As industrial facilities faded into the background, the inherent beauty of the countryside became apparent.

5 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Once the No. 1 seed in the NFC, Rams' loss to Falcons has them in a free fall

The Rams already knew they will be on the road for the playoffs, a difficult assignment for any team.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Rain probably led to rupture that closed the 5, expert says

Major gas line break in Castaic was likely caused by a landslide set off by the heavy storm. The freeway was shut down for nearly four hours.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

China's nature reserves record rise in migratory birds

Hundreds of endangered black-necked cranes and whooper swans have arrived early at key nature reserves across China, signaling both a successful migration season and the fruitful results of intensified conservation efforts.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Curious cubs learn to crawl at Chengdu panda base

Recently released footage from Chengdu in southwest China's Sichuan Province shows a group of panda newborns practicing their first crawls across a patch of grass, brimming with curiosity.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

School uses app to fight addictive apps

Students keep phones but are no longer glued to them, officials say

5 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

China’s Yongzhou city unveils tourism campaign, blending football event, culture and easy flights

Yongzhou City in central China's Hunan Province launched a sports-culture-tourism campaign on Friday, aiming to boost its city profile and enhance tourism appeal.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Will the growing divide between GOP factions tear the party apart?

Republican coalition is fractured like a cracked windshield.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Judge grants police request to block Reiner autopsy results

A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge has agreed to bar the release of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner's autopsy reports at the request of law enforcement investigating the death of the Hollywood legend and his photographer wife.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Copper wire thieves sidelined parking enforcement in L.A.

Damage at a key tower led to radio outages. Similar crimes have caused chaos elsewhere.

2 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Despite storms, snowpack is below average

California Department of Water Resources conducts first survey of the season. The state’s water supply will depend heavily on coming months, official says.

4 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Rams hit a cold spell amid hot NFC teams

The Rams wanted to make the playoffs in the worst way.

3 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

ZARA LARSSON FINDS HER LIGHT

After changing the way she records on 'Midnight Sun,' the Swedish pop singer is nominated for her first Grammy

5 min  |

December 31, 2025
Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

Cities cannot punish outreach workers for helping homeless people under new state law

State Senate Bill 634 would have made a big splash if it survived in the form Pasadena Democrat Sasha Renée Pérez originally intended.

1 min  |

December 31, 2025