A group of Republican lawmakers who opposed President Donald Trump’s approach to the Justice Department’s files on Jeffrey Epstein face challenges, notably in the South Carolina gubernatorial primary. Representative Nancy Mace, a vocal advocate for transparency regarding Epstein’s files, is trailing in the race after Trump endorsed her rival, Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette. Mace attributes […]
When my daughter Nancy’s behavior changed at around 15 months old, I initially dismissed it. Frequent ear infections seemed to explain the changes. Nancy appeared more unsettled, a far cry from the happy, easygoing child we knew. I hoped things would improve. After her ear tubes were fitted, I thought everything would return to normal. […]
Imagine receiving a call where your son’s voice, filled with panic, claims involvement in a car accident. He says he’s hurt someone and faces arrest. He urgently needs $15,000 to avoid jail, pleading not to inform anyone. Most would send the money. Unfortunately, this isn’t your son. It’s a scam using just a few seconds […]
On May 30, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at the Shangri-La Dialogue, a key national security conference in East Asia. His speech included references to defending the “First Island Chain,” yet he neglected to directly mention Taiwan, a central issue in the Indo-Pacific region. Hegseth’s comments to reporters afterward, acknowledging China’s ambitions, failed […]
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has taken the unprecedented step of suspending its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, following allegations of sexual misconduct. Khan, a British barrister, has denied these claims, which involve accusations of nonconsensual sexual contact with a female aide. The issue has persisted for over two years and remains unresolved. The Assembly of […]
Progressive city council member Nithya Raman will face Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in a November runoff. This sets up an unexpected election matchup between two Democrats and former allies in the city of nearly 4 million people. The outcome eliminates Spencer Pratt, a Republican and former reality TV star, from the race. Pratt’s candidacy […]
Indonesian authorities have detained two Russian nationals in connection with a drug smuggling case in Bali. The arrests followed a high-speed car chase involving several pedestrian casualties, as reported on Sunday by officials. The suspects, a 52-year-old woman and a 40-year-old man, were apprehended while attempting to smuggle nearly eight kilograms (18 pounds) of hashish […]
A new California state law promotes denser housing near major transit stops starting in July. The Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act, also known as Senate Bill 79, aims to generate over 1 million new housing units in the state’s urban centers. This law mandates cities approve taller apartment and condominium complexes near rail […]
The Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting, established over a century ago, has traditionally focused on lamppost management. However, in recent months, the agency has become embroiled in a contentious debate regarding L.A.’s relationship with Flock Safety. This surveillance company has faced criticism for providing data that supported the Trump administration’s immigration policies. In Los […]
A recent study, initially commissioned by President Joe Biden’s administration to explore alcohol-related health risks, was released independently after facing obstacles during President Donald Trump’s tenure. The Trump administration chose not to integrate the researchers’ findings into new dietary guidelines, and the study faced opposition from both the alcohol industry and congressional committees. Published in […]