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Noem links seizure of oil tanker off Venezuela to U.S. antidrug efforts
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday linked the seizure of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela to the Trump administration's counter-drug efforts in Latin America as tensions escalate with the government of President Nicolas Maduro.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
After 5-year retirement, Rivers welcomes challenges of a return
The Hall of Fame semifinalist steps up for the Colts while allaying family’s fears.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Ukraine peace talks focus on territorial control
Zelensky meets with European and other allies. Putin's demands pose a sticking point.
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December 12, 2025
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Dairy goods' prices slide as global production floods markets
Butter, milk and cheese prices are falling as a surge in global milk production floods the market, prompting warnings of a looming period of weak prices.
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December 12, 2025
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Torrance mail carrier who stole bank cards is sentenced
A former U.S. Postal Service carrier in Torrance was sentenced this week to more than five years for stealing mail, using stolen bank cards, checks and unemployment benefits to fund luxury shopping sprees and international vacations —all while bragging about it online.
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December 12, 2025
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Group sues over fire zone limits on rebuilding
A pro-housing group sued Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday over his decision to restrict Senate Bill 9, a housing law that allows owners to parcel up their properties, in the wake of the January fires.
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December 12, 2025
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Inside Meta’s gamble on monetizable AI tech
The shift would be a big departure from the open-source strategy it has touted for years.
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December 12, 2025
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Threatened species status recommended for cougars
State wildlife agency director says the determination is 'long overdue' for the big cats in parts of California
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December 12, 2025
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Buffer zones helped homes in January fires
As the Eaton and Palisades fires rapidly jumped between tightly packed houses, the proactive steps some residents took to retrofit their homes with fire-resistant building materials and to clear flammable brush became a significant indicator of a home's fate.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Antisemitism filings against colleges settled
Israeli professor sued UC Berkeley. Protests at Pomona College led to federal complaint.
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December 12, 2025
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DEATH VALLEY LAKE IS BACK
Ancient body of water reemerges after record November rainfall. It won't last long.
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December 12, 2025
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USC COULD PLAY AT SOFI TOO
It seeks new home for 2028 football season as Coliseum may not be ready after Games.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Trader Joe's opens 2nd store in Costa Mesa. Next up: S.C., N.Y.
Trader Joe's has opened a new store in Costa Mesa as it continues to grow its footprint across the U.S.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Swifties happy to relive Eras, again
Taylor Swift takes fans back to a priceless tour with docuseries and extra concert film.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
From his laptop, everything falls right into place
L.A. composer from Tokyo uses sound to create scenes, readies for ‘Daimatsu.’
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Dungeons, dragons meet theatergoers with imagination
‘The Twenty-Sided Tavern’ brings popular tabletop role-playing game to life onstage.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Moore remains in custody while police continue an investigation
The former Michigan football coach is scheduled to be arraigned on Friday.
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December 12, 2025
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Congress approves an economic lifeline for rural campuses
In February 2023, Jaime Green, the superintendent of a tiny school district in the mountains of Northern California, flew to Washington, D.C., with an urgent appeal.
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December 12, 2025
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Democrats already blowing up their chance at the Senate
Rep. Jasmine Crockett is not the strongest candidate for Texas
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Ex-Compton councilman guilty of bribery
Former Compton City Councilmember Isaac Galvan pleaded guilty Tuesday to federal criminal charges for bribing a Baldwin Park city councilman, whom he paid $70,000 in exchange for city marijuana permits.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
CELEBRATING THE PLANET TOO
The environmental toll that the holidays take can be reduced. Here are some tips for more mindful giving.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Kings let a late lead slip away
Beniers’ goal in final minute ties it, then Dunn's power-play, OT goal lifts Kraken.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Senators clash during hearing over president's Guard deployments
Members of Congress clashed Thursday over President Trump's use of the National Guard in American cities, with Republicans saying the deployments were needed to fight lawlessness while Democrats called his move an extraordinary abuse of military power that violated states' rights.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Trump administration separates thousands of U.S. migrant families
President Trump's zero-tolerance immigration policy split more than 5,000 children from their families at the Mexico border during his first term, when images of babies and toddlers taken from the arms of mothers sparked global condemnation.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Climate change straining utility systems in Asia
Climate change is battering Asia's water and power systems and putting millions in harm's way, forcing countries to pour billions into shoring up basic services, according to two recent reports.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Heavy rain triggers emergency in Washington
The state is hit by downpours causing floods, road closures and evacuations.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Disney plans to invest $1 billion in OpenAI deal
The studio also will license Mickey Mouse and other characters to startup’s Sora tool.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Corum's emergence gives Rams 1-2 punch in backfield
The second-year pro, along with Williams, gives L.A. one of the best rushing attacks.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
PBS documentary fetes Dick Van Dyke at 100
The special showcases the legendary actor's career with reams of clips and interviews.
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December 12, 2025
Los Angeles Times
Rebuilding their church, along with their lives
Eaton fire tested faith of small Altadena congregation
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