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What Does Trump Want With Greenland?

President Trump insisted for months that the Danish territory should be part of the United States. Now, a security deal — not a takeover — seems to be on the table.

Heating costs expected to soar as households weather inflation

Heating costs are set to rise at twice the pace of inflation, a report showed.

California airport warns SFO travelers to ask 'friend with a truck' for rides

Travelers were reminded of BIH's limited services after an SFO flight expansion.

Portola, San Francisco's loudest music festival, returns for its 5th year

SFGATE's staff has recommendations for must-see acts during the festival.

Shaikin: Frank McCourt fired him as Dodgers GM. For Dan Evans, and for Montreal, a second chance?

If the man trying to revive the Montreal Expos as an expansion team succeeds, Dan Evans is his choice for president of baseball operations.

Letters to Sports: Rams and Chargers disappoint in openers

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the Rams and Chargers, Bill Plaschke's mea culpa, Mark Walter and UCLA athletics.

Swanson: Dodgers have no choice. They must hope Tyler Glasnow can trust himself in the playoffs

Tyler Glasnow hasn't had the greatest of seasons, but the Dodgers will need him to deliver in the playoffs if they want to win another World Series title.

Can Kevin Warsh Change the Federal Reserve?

On Sept. 15 and 16, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh presided over his third Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the body responsible for setting the interest rates that shape the American economy. With August jobs numbers coming in stronger than analysts expected, the Fed unanimously decided to raise interest rates by a quarter percenta…

Can Kevin Warsh Change the Federal Reserve?

On Sept. 15 and 16, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh presided over his third Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the body responsible for setting the interest rates that shape the American economy. With August jobs numbers coming in stronger than analysts expected, the Fed unanimously decided to raise interest rates by a quarter percenta…

Michael Marra announced as new Scottish Labour leader

Michael Marra has been named as Anas Sarwar's replacement.

Michael Marra announced as new Scottish Labour leader

Michael Marra has been named as Anas Sarwar's replacement.

Michael Marra announced as new Scottish Labour leader

Anas Sarwar's replacement will be named later and has big challenges set out already.

From 'fusty' to fashionable - is it cool to wear M&S clothes now?

The retailer hosted its first-ever London Fashion Week show this week, celebrating 100 years of producing clothing.

From 'fusty' to fashionable - is it cool to wear M&S clothes now?

The retailer hosted its first-ever London Fashion Week show this week, celebrating 100 years of producing clothing.

Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout

Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.

Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout

Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.

Greenland, Denmark say US deal will not cede sovereignty - reuters.com

Greenland, Denmark say US deal will not cede sovereignty  reuters.com

State Department approves $2.7 billion air defense sale to Ukraine

The proposed sale is subject to congressional review.

State Department approves $2.7 billion air defense sale to Ukraine

The proposed sale is subject to congressional review.

State Department approves $2.7 billion air defense sale to Ukraine

The proposed sale is subject to congressional review.

As attacks choke off Saudi oil, kingdom confronts limits of Trump’s friendship

Riyadh is paying a steep price for the Iran war. Help from Washington remains circumscribed.

As attacks choke off Saudi oil, kingdom confronts limits of Trump’s friendship

Riyadh is paying a steep price for the Iran war. Help from Washington remains circumscribed.

Contributor: Some of Bob Mackie's tiniest dresses, for 11.5-inch Barbie, made the biggest splash

Mackie, the designer who died Monday at 87, said Barbie was his favorite client because she didn't complain if he accidentally stuck a pin in her.

California is losing its oaks. One man is planting 10,000, including in tree-scarce Altadena

For years, he'd been a classroom science teacher in suburban San Diego County. Now he hopes to meaningfully contribute to the regrowth of oaks in burned Altadena.

California is losing its oaks. One man is planting 10,000, including in tree-scarce Altadena

For years, he'd been a classroom science teacher in suburban San Diego County. Now he hopes to meaningfully contribute to the regrowth of oaks in burned Altadena.

The fall of once-mighty McClatchy newspapers underscores California's news crisis

The union that represents McClatchy journalists said that more than 90 unionized journalists and media workers across 17 publications had been laid off.

A conservative win: UC temporarily blocked from enforcing transgender name and pronoun rules

A judge barred UC from enforcing part of its anti-harassment policy against members of a conservative education group whose member may use names and pronouns for transgender people that do not match their gender identities.

Commentary: Efforts to silence 'NAZA' filmmakers and Macklemore only amplifies their work

"NAZA" may not need a robust marketing plan if the Israeli government continue to condemn the film. Censorship, and worse, are the surest way to elevate an artist and their work. Just ask Macklemore.

How California tech turned thrifted clothes into a booming fashion trend

Thrifted clothes have become a Hollywood fashion flex, as California-born platforms like the RealReal, Poshmark, ThredUp and eBay turn secondhand shopping into a $240-billion, fast-growing global industry.

What 1,000 Women Workers Can Teach Us About Surviving Extreme Heat

Video: ONE HOT DAY, produced by Julie Winokur & Ed Kashi / Talking Eyes Media. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center.On Sept. 2, 2026, the United Nations Environment Program report, Limiting Overshoot, declared that the world has fallen short of keeping global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, and that urgent action is needed…

What 1,000 Women Workers Can Teach Us About Surviving Extreme Heat

Video: ONE HOT DAY, produced by Julie Winokur & Ed Kashi / Talking Eyes Media. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center.On Sept. 2, 2026, the United Nations Environment Program report, Limiting Overshoot, declared that the world has fallen short of keeping global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, and that urgent action is needed…

What 1,000 Women Workers Can Teach Us About Surviving Extreme Heat

Video: ONE HOT DAY, produced by Julie Winokur & Ed Kashi / Talking Eyes Media. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center.On Sept. 2, 2026, the United Nations Environment Program report, Limiting Overshoot, declared that the world has fallen short of keeping global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, and that urgent action is needed…

What 1,000 Women Workers Can Teach Us About Surviving Extreme Heat

Video: ONE HOT DAY, produced by Julie Winokur & Ed Kashi / Talking Eyes Media. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center.On Sept. 2, 2026, the United Nations Environment Program report, Limiting Overshoot, declared that the world has fallen short of keeping global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, and that urgent action is needed…

California is losing its oaks. One man is planting 10,000, including in tree-scarce Altadena

For years, he'd been a classroom science teacher in suburban San Diego County. Now he hopes to meaningfully contribute to the regrowth of oaks in burned Altadena.

Hispanics flock to this university. It let campus police double as ICE agents.

Leaders of Florida International University signed an agreement to deputize its school police as immigration agents. Some wish they had put up more of a fight.

Hailed as Muhammad Ali’s toughest opponent, his biggest fight was outside the ring

Canadian boxer George Chuvalo, who has died at 89, lost his wife and three sons to suicide and heroin. He channeled his grief into an anti-drug campaign.

Cancer Vaccines, Anti-Aging Treatments, and 5 Other Exciting Biomedical Advances

We are at the dawn of a golden age of biosciences, characterized by massive leaps in molecular biology. Breakthroughs in precise gene editing, mRNA vaccines, targeted cancer treatments, and more are transforming biomedicine. Move Over, Wegovy and Zepbound Retatrutide, a new diabetes and weight loss medication that targets three different receptors…

California is losing its oaks. One man is planting 10,000, including in tree-scarce Altadena

For years, he'd been a classroom science teacher in suburban San Diego County. Now he hopes to meaningfully contribute to the regrowth of oaks in burned Altadena.

California is losing its oaks. One man is planting 10,000, including in tree-scarce Altadena

For years, he'd been a classroom science teacher in suburban San Diego County. Now he hopes to meaningfully contribute to the regrowth of oaks in burned Altadena.

Commentary: Efforts to silence 'NAZA' filmmakers and Macklemore only amplifies their work

"NAZA" may not need a robust marketing plan if the Israeli government continue to condemn the film. Censorship, and worse, are the surest way to elevate an artist and their work. Just ask Macklemore.

Hispanics flock to this university. It let campus police double as ICE agents.

Leaders of Florida International University signed an agreement to deputize its school police as immigration agents. Some wish they had put up more of a fight.

Hailed as Muhammad Ali’s toughest opponent, his biggest fight was outside the ring

Canadian boxer George Chuvalo, who has died at 89, lost his wife and three sons to suicide and heroin. He channeled his grief into an anti-drug campaign.

The nation’s premier business group is hitting the road to stamp out socialism

In a six-week trip, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce hopes to convince midterm voters that free markets still offer the best hope for solving the nation’s economic woes.

Diverse Texas campus bonds in anger after candidate’s racist post

University of Texas students rebuked the racist attack on South Asians by Republican Bo French.

For 11 days, a lost hiker shouted for help. Then two kayakers appeared.

Craig Berg’s phone vanished in a swamp. As he sought help, he survived on freeze-dried food and “the most disgusting water that you could imagine.”

Farmers want relief from Congress. Here’s the holdup.

The current farm bill expires at the end of September, but most of the funding for programs in the law will not run out until the end of the year.

How a fun night out got to be so expensive

With the cost of concerts, sports games and restaurants far outpacing inflation, more people are staying home.

A Half-Century On, Cycling’s World Championship Returns to Montreal

Many streets in downtown Montreal and along the south shore of the St. Lawrence River will become a giant sports arena for 1,000 cyclists.

Does My Boyfriend’s Anonymous Sexting Count as Cheating?

This is a weird middle ground.

California is losing its oaks. One man is planting 10,000, including in tree-scarce Altadena

For years, he'd been a classroom science teacher in suburban San Diego County. Now he hopes to meaningfully contribute to the regrowth of oaks in burned Altadena.

Hispanics flock to this university. It let campus police double as ICE agents.

Leaders of Florida International University signed an agreement to deputize its school police as immigration agents. Some wish they had put up more of a fight.

Secret contracts reveal undisclosed terms in Trump’s drug-pricing deals

Agreements with Pfizer and Eli Lilly include tariff protections, overseas pricing inducements and broad confidentiality clauses.

Trump says US has ‘permanent control’ of Greenland security: Does it?

New agreement with Denmark falls short of Trump’s previously stated goal of US 'ownership' of the island.

Bitter row over Diana book brings back unhappy times for royals

Many of the Royal Family's current troubles can be traced back to the aftermath of the then Princess of Wales' death.

Bitter row over Diana book brings back unhappy times for royals

Many of the Royal Family's current troubles can be traced back to the aftermath of the then Princess of Wales' death.

Africa’s Green Revolution threatens traditional foods

The promotion of monocultures is hurting the production of much more nutritious and climate-resistant traditional crops.

Russia Warns New U.S. Sanctions Law Would Harm Trump’s Peace Efforts

President Trump signed the legislation, named for Senator Lindsey Graham, at the White House but has broad leeway to waive its requirements.

Russia Warns New U.S. Sanctions Law Would Harm Trump’s Peace Efforts

President Trump signed the legislation, named for Senator Lindsey Graham, at the White House but has broad leeway to waive its requirements.

Deadly shark attack prompts rare kill order in Western Australia

Police boats and helicopters are patrolling Perth's beaches as authorities continue their search for the swimmer's body, and the shark that attacked him.

Deadly shark attack prompts rare kill order in Western Australia

Police boats and helicopters are patrolling Perth's beaches as authorities continue their search for the swimmer's body, and the shark that attacked him.

Florida couple alleges fertility clinic used wrong man’s sperm in IVF after DNA test reveals dad isn’t biological parent

A Florida couple has accused a fertility clinic of using another man's sperm to create their daughter's embryo — as their dream of being biological parents was upended when they learned of their child's DNA.

EU urges US to lift travel ban on Palestinian delegation for UNGA meeting

The United Nations General Assembly will allow Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to address via a prerecorded video.

Behold the Most Handsome Melons in Mexico

In the eastern city of Xalapa, what started as a joke among friends over two decades ago has become a vibrant annual tradition that highlights creativity and absurdity with melons.

Millionaire Activist James Chambers Seeks Asylum in Spain

Jailed in Madrid on an extradition request from the United States that his lawyer says is tied to pro-Palestinian activism, James Chambers fears persecution if returned.

Sherrod Brown Tries a New Retort to Criticism on Transgender Issues

A spot from the Senate candidate in Ohio seeks to dismiss the Republican Party’s focus on transgender rights as a distraction from economic issues.

Creating a Kill Switch to Shut Down a Rogue A.I. Is Harder Than It Sounds

A bipartisan group in Congress and Gov. Gavin Newsom of California have floated ideas for building a mechanism that would instantly power down an A.I. system. Only no one really knows how.

Sherrod Brown Tries a New Retort to Criticism on Transgender Issues

A spot from the Senate candidate in Ohio seeks to dismiss the Republican Party’s focus on transgender rights as a distraction from economic issues.

A Borrower’s Timeline of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Quagmire

One county lawyer’s repayment saga stretches nearly 20 years, though she’s tried 22 times over the past 20 months to erase her debt.

A Borrower’s Timeline of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Quagmire

One county lawyer’s repayment saga stretches nearly 20 years, though she’s tried 22 times over the past 20 months to erase her debt.

The Kremlin Has Put Lots of Veterans on the Ballot. Could It Backfire?

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia has said veterans are the “new elite,” but selecting them as candidates is a risk.

Tracking Assault Weapons Bans Across the Country as Court Battles Continue

Here are the states that have sought to limit access to some of the most lethal firearms, as gun restrictions face new legal challenges.

How Trump Has Disrupted National Parks

Maintenance projects have been put off around the country and resources diverted to the president’s favored projects in Washington.

Tracking Assault Weapons Bans Across the Country as Court Battles Continue

Here are the states that have sought to limit access to some of the most lethal firearms, as gun restrictions face new legal challenges.

A Borrower’s Timeline of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Quagmire

One county lawyer’s repayment saga stretches nearly 20 years, though she’s tried 22 times over the past 20 months to erase her debt.

Aaron Sorkin: ‘I Lost a Decade of My Life to Drugs’

On “The Interview,” the writer and director Aaron Sorkin talked about his drug use and how the actor and writer Carrie Fisher encouraged him to get sober.

Zelenskyy thanks Trump for signing 'critically important' Russia sanctions bill

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday thanked President Donald Trump for signing into law a bill allowing for the expansion of sanctions on Russia.

How Guyana Is Feeding the Profits of Exxon Mobil, the Largest U.S. Oil Company

Exxon Mobil found a coveted growth engine in Guyana. Now it must navigate Guyana’s fractious politics and a territorial dispute with Venezuela.

After North Carolina’s Gerrymander, Democrat Don Davis Trumpets His Centrism in 1st District

Representative Don Davis is seeking re-election in a district redrawn by state lawmakers to lean more Republican.

Trump Won Their Votes. Now His Trade War Is Dividing Them.

The president’s standoff with Canada has drawn criticism from voters in some of the border states and industrial states that could decide control of the Senate in the midterms.

Texas Billionaire John Poindexter Plans to Revive Shafter Ghost Town

An 81-year-old billionaire has a vision for preserving a tiny West Texas mining town, even as other forces are reshaping the land around it.

After North Carolina’s Gerrymander, Democrat Don Davis Trumpets His Centrism in 1st District

Representative Don Davis is seeking re-election in a district redrawn by state lawmakers to lean more Republican.

Trump Won Their Votes. Now His Trade War Is Dividing Them.

The president’s standoff with Canada has drawn criticism from voters in some of the border states and industrial states that could decide control of the Senate in the midterms.

How anti-Muslim rhetoric is influencing the pivotal Michigan Senate race

Attacks aimed at Democrat Abdul El-Sayed have brought back painful memories for some in a contest that has raised questions about the acceptability of Islamophobia in politics.

Trump is sober about the midterm prospects for Republicans, advisers say

In private, President Trump has been hearing blunt news from advisers about the GOP's poor chances in the midterms and has accepted that some of the problem is of his making.

How did the GOP wrangle its slim House majority? Ask Rep. Tom Emmer.

The Republican whip describes how he worked to get the president's agenda through a closely divided House without burning bridges or losing his sense of humor.

At DraftKings, AI Targets the Gamblers Likeliest to Lose

Data science helps determine who receives betting incentives, but the company has resisted using similar technology to protect gamblers at risk of addiction.

At DraftKings, AI Targets the Gamblers Likeliest to Lose

Data science helps determine who receives betting incentives, but the company has resisted using similar technology to protect gamblers at risk of addiction.

A melanoma vaccine was hailed as a breakthrough. Which cancers are next?

Trials investigating mRNA vaccines for lung cancer, pancreatic cancer and other diseases are already underway.

A Small Country’s Huge Windfall from the War in Iran

Oil-rich Guyana is enjoying red-hot growth. But the boom is magnifying tensions over corruption, inequality and strained ties with Venezuela.

At DraftKings, AI Targets the Gamblers Likeliest to Lose

Data science helps determine who receives betting incentives, but the company has resisted using similar technology to protect gamblers at risk of addiction.

About 280 people evacuated after fire at seaside hotel

The blaze is believed to have broken out in the basement of the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone.

Can Trump ban CNN, news outlets he doesn’t like from the White House?

The ban is the latest attack by Trump on media outlets that he perceives as unfavourable to his administration.

Poland concludes air operation with no airspace violations recorded - reuters.com

Poland starts preventive military aviation operations as Russia strikes Ukraine, army says  Reuters

Poland concludes air operation with no airspace violations recorded - Reuters

Poland starts preventive military aviation operations as Russia strikes Ukraine, army says  reuters.com

Gemini Breached Three Outside Systems, and Claude-Using Researchers Breached OpenAI

"Software security researchers used Anthropic's Claude AI platform to hack OpenAI's ChatGPT tool," reports CBS News. Using Claude, "On July 25, 2026, we chained two critical vulnerabilities to compromise multiple OpenAI employees' ChatGPT accounts," write researchers at security platform Hacktron AI. "With these accounts, we could then access inter…

We've been transatlantic pen pals for 70 years and are now more like sisters

Kathleen Bonthron and Shirley Hedtke were age 10 and 11 when their friendship began to blossom in letters sent between Scotland and the US.

'Not an easy inbox' for new Scottish Labour leader

Anas Sarwar's replacement will be named later and has big challenges set out already.

Turkiye revokes operating licence of Iran’s Bank Mellat in Istanbul

The Iranian lender has faced years of Western sanctions over alleged ties to Tehran's nuclear programme.

Politician who switched from Reform to Plaid 'lied about her beliefs', says Richard Tice

Sarah Cooper-Lesadd, who left Reform this week, also revealed she had voted Remain in the 2016 EU referendum.

Politician who switched from Reform to Plaid 'lied about her beliefs', says Richard Tice

Sarah Cooper-Lesadd, who left Reform this week, also revealed she had voted Remain in the 2016 EU referendum.

Once Home to Batman, This Faded Mansion Is Now Plagued by Real Bats

Officials in England are alarmed at the state of Mentmore Towers, the 19th century estate that served as Wayne Manor in the 2005 film “Batman Begins.”

NAZA: Why are old Gaza allegations causing new fury in Israel?

Israeli soldiers' Gaza testimony causes backlash across much of the country's political establishment.

Trump ‘settled for less’ with new US-Denmark Greenland security deal

The US-Denmark Greenland security deal gives Trump an agreement without delivering his ambition to annex the territory.

University of Texas cutting three race, gender studies majors

Texas’ flagship public university is ending new enrollment in three majors focused on gender, sexuality and race in a move that is being hailed by many conservatives as a major victory.

3 killed in Navajo Nation flood include 7-year-old preparing for her birthday

Elsie Begay, her granddaughter Lucy Allison Mike, and Begay’s best friend Dora Franklin died in the flood Tuesday near Newcomb, New Mexico, a community of about 400 people, family members said Friday.

Parents could lose benefits or face prison for child's crimes, minister says

The reforms to Parenting Orders could also see parents losing benefits, Jake Richards MP told the Times.

Ugo Ugochukwu: Road to F1

Ugo Ugochukwu has become the first American driver to win the FIA Formula 3 Championship.

Dodgers’ Tyler Glasnow quiets concerns in bounce-back start, after unusual travel plan helped him reset

A week back at home might've helped Tyler Glasnow get back on track

1 killed after 2 glider planes collide in upstate New York, police say

At least one person was killed when two gliders collided in mid-air in upstate New York on Friday afternoon, New York State Police said in a statement.

'Our flat has been for sale for four years': Why is the market so weak?

James Schaife and his partner are among the many Londoners struggling to sell their flat.

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Dems abandon candidate who said MAGA is ‘more destructive’ than Nazis — but she’s stuck on ballot

A Democrat running for the state legislature in battleground North Carolina remains on the ballot despite her party publicly abandoning her after inflammatory social media posts she made resurfaced.

Jazz Chisholm Jr., Trent Grisham closing in on Yankees returns

Aaron Judge is on the injured list again, but the Yankees could get two key pieces back off of it by next week.

High school football: Friday's scores

Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Friday, Sept. 18.

South Korean Leader Says He Will Not Send Troops to Iran, Despite Trump’s Call

President Lee Jae Myung’s comments followed President Trump’s repeated demand for “a little hand” from South Korea, a decades-old American ally.

Russia’s elections are more than political theatre

For the Kremlin, parliamentary elections remain a mechanism for political participation, feedback and legitimacy.

The man who would be king - the rise and fall of 'the next Prince Naseem'

Touted as the king to Naseem Hamed's prince, Daniel Teasdale's story is instead a cautionary tale.

Could US pull one-third of troops from Europe? What that would mean

US Pentagon is reportedly considering proposals for reducing military footprint across the Atlantic.

Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad, judiciary says - Reuters

Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad, judiciary says  reuters.com

Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad, judiciary says - reuters.com

Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad, judiciary says  reuters.com

Hummingbird hawk moths and ivy bees: The insects thriving as temperatures rise

Hummingbird hawk moths - often mistaken for small birds - are being spotted in the West Midlands.

'Fast, furious and dangerous' - a city's quad bike menace

Videos show groups of riders weaving through busy city centre traffic in Birmingham.

'Fast, furious and dangerous' - a city's quad bike menace

Videos show groups of riders weaving through busy city centre traffic in Birmingham.

The man who's been walking around the world for 28 years

The BBC heads to Belgium as the adventurer from Hull nears the end of his 28-year expedition.

RNLI video receives 'pure hatred' after anti-migrant protests

Elizabeth Evans, who shared a video of an RNLI training exercise, says the comments were "really, really bad".

JSerra rallies with second-half shutout to defeat Bishop Amat

JSerra quarterback Hayes Cloutier throw two touchdown passes and runs for three to turn back the Lancers on Friday night.

Sorority alumnae take legal fight to federal court after being ‘given a brother’ instead of sisterhood

Sorority alumnae returned to federal court Monday, asking judges to revive their lawsuit against Kappa Kappa Gamma after they alleged the sorority's national leadership improperly allowed a chapter to admit a transgender woman.

Bluebird at centre of new legal dispute

The claim for nearly £150,000 revolves around whether items provided were donated or not.

Sierra Canyon wins battle of trenches and showdown against Orange Lutheran

The Trailblazers' physicality and speed on both sides of the ball lead to a 21-point lead in the first, giving up only one touchdown in the game.

Brentford beat Chelsea 3-0 to shatter Alonso’s London honeymoon

Chelsea left with one point from their last three Premier League games after a 3-0 defeat at neighbours Brentford.

AfD surge in eastern Germany makes some immigrants question whether they still belong - reuters.com

AfD surge in eastern Germany makes some immigrants question whether they still belong  reuters.com

AfD surge in eastern Germany makes some immigrants question whether they still belong - Reuters

AfD surge in eastern Germany makes some immigrants question whether they still belong  Reuters

'I will be a WWE champion': Meet the young wrestlers dreaming big

With a new generation of talent setting their sights on some of wrestling's biggest stages, could Northern Ireland produce its next big star?

Trump’s threats to demolish Kennedy Center sparks protest

Protestors gathered outside Washington’s Kennedy Center after President Trump’s plans to close the arts venue.

CNN, Politico and MS NOW banned from White House

The US president has had a tense and fiery relationship with the US media throughout his political career.

Winless Villa and Spurs face telling early showdown

Aston Villa and Tottenham are winless in the Premier League - and both in need of inspiration as they prepare to face each other on Saturday.

Ed Sheeran set to return to stage for 1st time since Macklemore was cut, other acts withdrew

Ed Sheeran is set to resume his tour Saturday — possibly solo — at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field.

Brazilian police capture suspected serial killer disguised as a woman

Brazilian police say they will reopen dozens of cases after they arrested a self-confessed serial killer.

A village familiar with tragedy mourns Noah Woods

"This is a community that knows tragedy and has had to contend with tragedy in recent years," says rector.

Walmart customer, 77, beaten to death by parents of teen employee after shopping cart dispute, widow says

An elderly Walmart customer was beaten to death by the parents of a teen employee who he had argued with after accusing her of nearly ramming his wife with a shopping cart, according to his grieving widow. Bert Atienza died of blunt head trauma at a hospital on June 8, a day after two people...

Indonesia ferry search: Divers retrieve three bodies, 126 people missing

Bad weather has pushed authorities to begin operations to right the capsized ferry.

Dodgers surge late to beat Giants as they work to get healthy for playoffs

Tyler Glasnow gives up just three hits and strikes out 10 and Mookie Betts hits two home runs in the Dodgers' 8-2 win over the San Francisco Giants.

How the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland fared this week

A look at how The Times' top 25 high school football teams fared in Week 4.

A new arms race is unfolding on the ocean floor

Countries and companies are investing in technologies for underwater use amid concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure on the ocean floor.

A new arms race is unfolding on the ocean floor

Countries and companies are investing in technologies for underwater use amid concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure on the ocean floor.

A new arms race is unfolding on the ocean floor

Countries and companies are investing in technologies for underwater use amid concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure on the ocean floor.

A new arms race is unfolding on the ocean floor

Countries and companies are investing in technologies for underwater use amid concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure on the ocean floor.

UK jails teen asylum seeker for steering overcrowded Channel migrant boat

The boat lacked safety gear and took on water before interception by UK Border Force, authorities say.

Dramatic new ad blasts Nithya Raman’s stance on homeless encampments: ‘Walking to school shouldn’t be scary’

Raman has opposed expanding the city’s anti-camping restrictions.

The Papers: 'Monstrous words' and 'Russia to ramp up war'

The fallout from Earl Spencer's book about Princess Diana leads most papers on Saturday.

Air Force Officer Charged After Protesting Trump Says He Spoke to Defend Constitution

Major Jason Watson could face court-martial in what could become a rare test of a service member’s right to publicly dissent.

Air Force Officer Charged After Protesting Trump Says He Spoke to Defend Constitution

Major Jason Watson could face court-martial in what could become a rare test of a service member’s right to publicly dissent.

Aaron Judge-less Yankees deliver all-around dominant win over Diamondbacks

PHOENIX — Who needs Aaron Judge?  The Yankees do, of course, but they began life without him again on Friday night in encouraging fashion.  In a tribute to Judge, who has fueled much of their first-inning damage over the years, the Yankees put up a five spot in the opening frame before Gerrit Cole took...

South Africa circus lifts poor young performers into the spotlight

Behind the spectacle of Johannesburg’s circus stages is a social program that trains people from under-resourced communities, helping turn talent into professional skills and paid work in a country struggling with high youth unemployment

As Europe warms, Italy sees West Nile virus spread farther and longer

Italian health authorities see evidence that rising temperatures and longer warm seasons are helping mosquitoes spread West Nile virus across a wider area, during more months of the year

Dodgers owner sued over alleged failure to disclose federal probe to policyholders

Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter and several insurance companies he owns are being sued for allegedly failing to disclose a federal investigation to customers

Newsom rejects effort to roll back CEQA exemptions for advanced manufacturing

Senate Bill 954 would have rolled back parts of last year's controversial overhaul of CEQA that allowed for advanced manufacturing facilities to be sited in communities without environmental review.

Newsom rejects effort to roll back CEQA exemptions for advanced manufacturing

Senate Bill 954 would have rolled back parts of last year's controversial overhaul of CEQA that allowed for advanced manufacturing facilities to be sited in communities without environmental review.

Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageing

Fewer births and worsening labour shortages are placing mounting pressure on Japan’s social care system.

Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from the White House

Trump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, accusing them of ‘fake news.’

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.

White Sox blow 6-run lead and fall out of 1st place in AL Central with 11-8 loss to Tigers

Hao-Yu Lee and Riley Greene each hit a two-run homer in a five-run eighth inning as the Detroit Tigers rallied from six down to beat the Chicago White Sox 11-8

Montes hits leadoff homer in the 9th to lift the Mariners over the Rockies, 5-4

Lazaro Montes led off the ninth inning with a 426-foot home run and the Seattle Mariners beat the Colorado Rockies 5-4 on Friday night

No. 13 Texas Tech holds on for 28-26 win over No. 22 Houston in Big 12 opener

J’Koby Williams and Cameron Dickey ran for second-half touchdowns and defending Big 12 champion No. 13 Texas Tech held on for a 28-26 win when Houston quarterback Conner Weigman came up just short of a 2-point conversion in the final minute

Defence firm Anduril says US delay on Taiwan arms sales affecting its business - reuters.com

Defence firm Anduril says US delay on Taiwan arms sales affecting its business  Reuters

Defence firm Anduril says US delay on Taiwan arms sales affecting its business - Reuters

Defence firm Anduril says US delay on Taiwan arms sales affecting its business  Reuters

AI fears are fueling progressive Democrat's campaign in Michigan battleground district

Will Lawrence, a progressive Democratic congressional candidate in Michigan, is trying to harness unease over the rapid pace of artificial intelligence development to defeat Republican Rep. Tom Barrett

Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that

President Donald Trump’s conflict with Iran has not led to the doomsday oil price spike many feared at the start of the war

Even as trading and markets moved faster, Warren Buffett made patience profitable and cool

Even in the age of algorithms, short attention spans and TikTok teases, Warren Buffett continued to profit with his patient bargain-hunting approach while offering folksy advice on investing and life

Kaitlyn Chen makes five 3-pointers on the way to 17 points off the bench, Valkyries beat Fire 82-66

Kaitlyn Chen scored 17 points off the bench, Laeticia Amihere also scored 17, and the Golden State Valkyries returned from the break for the World Cup and beat the Portland Fire 82-66 for their fifth straight victory

Connor Prielipp and Walker Jenkins lead Twins to 3-0 victory over Angels

Connor Prielipp allowed two hits in a season-high seven innings and fellow rookie Walker Jenkins homered to lead the Minnesota Twins to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

AP Top WorldCup News at 12:19 a.m. EDT

AP Top WorldCup News at 12:19 a.m. EDT

Russian holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war

Russia’s parliamentary election for the first time is being held in Ukraine’s regions that Moscow illegally annexed after the start of its full-scale invasion more than 4 1/2 years ago

Ed Sheeran is set to return to stage for 1st time since Macklemore was cut and other acts withdrew

Ed Sheeran is set to resume his tour Saturday, perhaps alone, after all his supporting acts withdrew

Overflowing pool causes partial hillside collapse in Hollywood Hills

An overflowing pool caused a hillside to partially collapse in Hollywood Hills on Friday, prompting evacuations, according to authorities.

The Nepal floods question: When the Himalayas collapse, who gets warned?

The floods raised concerns about cross-border warnings that experts say can no longer be ignored.

Bolivia’s Congress approves $1.9bn IMF loan amid protest threats

Unions warn that fuel subsidy cuts in the IMF deal could trigger renewed protests and rising costs.

Saudi Arabia issues first air raid alerts for Riyadh since Houthis escalated attacks

Residents later received the all-clear after explosions were reported in the capital.

Saudi Arabia issues first air raid alerts for Riyadh since Houthis escalated attacks

Residents later received the all-clear after explosions were reported in the capital.

Miami’s Darian Mensah delivers huge night — but one mind-boggling stat stands out through first three games

Darian Mensah has played three games as Miami's starting quarterback -- he still hasn't reached double-digit incompletions.

Death toll at 31 in Pakistan police compound attack, AFP reports - Reuters

Death toll at 31 in Pakistan police compound attack, AFP reports  Reuters

Death toll at 31 in Pakistan police compound attack, AFP reports - reuters.com

Death toll at 31 in Pakistan police compound attack, AFP reports  Reuters

Has the James Web Space Telescope Discovered a New 'Black Hole Star'?

The James Webb Space Telescope has been picking up little red dots in almost every image, writes Quanta magazine. And now two teams of astronomers propose they're looking at a new astronomical object: a black hole star. It shines with the light of billions of suns — and hides a black hole in its core. But Quanta adds that "not everyone agrees with…

Appeals court rejects swift deportation of immigrants to third countries

The unanimous decision by a three-judge panel strikes down a DHS policy.

Nepal’s Gen Z Is Taking on the World’s Polluters Over Climate Disasters

The young government of Nepal, a nation with a tiny carbon footprint, is seeking reparations from the world’s major economies as it bears the brunt of collapsing Himalayan glaciers.

Converse apologizes after sneaker ad is slammed for imagery likened to KKK

The popular sneaker brand Converse has apologized and pulled a controversial ad condemned by social media users who said it evoked Ku Klux Klan imagery.

Converse apologizes after sneaker ad is slammed for imagery likened to KKK

The popular sneaker brand Converse has apologized and pulled a controversial ad condemned by social media users who said it evoked Ku Klux Klan imagery.

Trump signs Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill into law

The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 targets Russian oil and gas exports that have been fueling Vladimir Putin’s long and bloody war against Ukraine and extends existing sanctions against Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. 

Trump will be at the airport to greet Xi when China's leader arrives for his US state visit

The first state visit by the leader of China in more than a decade takes place next week when President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for high-stakes talks at the White House with President Donald Trump

Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it down

Thousands of people have come to protest outside the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Atlanta Braves clinch 8th playoff berth in 9 years with victory over Astros

The Atlanta Braves are back in the playoffs after missing out last season

Mensah sets ACC consecutive-completions marks, defense rises in 4th as No. 5 Miami tops Wake Forest

Darian Mensah connected on his first 24 passes on the way to setting Atlantic Coast Conference records for consecutive completions, and fifth-ranked Miami’s defense came up with four straight fourth-quarter stops to beat Wake Forest 33-20 on Friday night

Fever's Mitchell surprised by postgame party after setting WNBA scoring record in win at Toronto

Kelsey Mitchell walked into a postgame celebration without realizing she was the guest of honor

Corey Seager's RBI double helps Rangers beat sloppy Blue Jays 7-1 and close gap in playoff race

Corey Seager had an RBI double in a four-run second inning fueled by a throwing error, and the Texas Rangers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-1 in the opener of a series matching AL playoff chasers

CJ Abrams joins 30-30 club as Nationals rout Cardinals 9-1

CJ Abrams joined the 30-30 club and Cade Cavalli threw his 200th strikeout of the season as the Washington Nationals defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1

Braves punch playoff ticket as Harris, Acuña and Olson launch 2-run homers in 6-2 win over Astros

Michael Harris II, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson each hit a two-run homer as the Atlanta Braves clinched a playoff berth with a 6-2 win over the Houston Astros

Chourio's homer and Frelick's RBI single in 10th carry Brewers past Orioles 6-5

Jackson Chourio hit a three-run homer, Sal Frelick singled in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning and the surging Milwaukee Brewers beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5

Juan Soto's homer leads Mets to 6-3 win that keeps Phillies from taking over top NL wild-card spot

Juan Soto hit a three-run homer and the New York Mets kept the Philadelphia Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory

Red Sox beat Rays 4-2 to close in on playoff spot

Roman Anthony homered and drove in three runs and the Boston Red Sox took a big step toward clinching an American League playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night

The Liberty beat the Lynx 93-81 as Breanna Stewart posts 24 points and 10 rebounds

Breanna Stewart scored 24 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 93-81

Kelsey Mitchell scores 33 points to set WNBA season mark as Fever beat Tempo 103-85

Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points to set a WNBA season scoring record, Caitlin Clark had 28 points and matched a season high with 14 assists and the Indiana Fever beat the Toronto Tempo 103-85 on Friday night for their eighth win in 10 games

Trevino's 2-run single with bases loaded in 6th propels Reds to 6-4 win over Cubs

Jose Trevino lined a two-run single to right field with the bases loaded in the seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds rallied for a 6-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs

Teenager Julian Hall scores lone goal in Red Bulls' 1-0 victory over NYCFC

Julian Hall scored early in the second half and keeper Ethan Horvath was never tested for the New York Red Bulls in a 1-0 victory over New York City FC at Yankee Stadium

José Ramírez homers, reaches 1,000 RBIs as Guardians down A's 5-3, move into first alone in Central

José Ramírez and rookie Travis Bazzana homered and Joey Cantillo pitched six scoreless innings as the Cleveland Guardians rallied to beat the Athletics 5-3 and moved one game ahead of Chicago in the AL Central

Konnor Griffin has 4 hits as the Pirates rally past the Royals to reach .500

Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin tied a season high with four hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past Kansas City 8-5

Fashion executive resigns days after restraining PETA protesters at New York runway show

The longtime chief executive of the Council of Fashion Designers of America says he is stepping down

Carrot Top hospitalized after attempted suicide: report

Carrot Top was hospitalized in Las Vegas Friday after an attempted suicide, according to a report. The comedian, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was rushed to a local hospital after the incident in the Las Vegas area, TMZ reported, citing sources familiar with the situation. His Friday night performance at the Luxor, where he has...

Ronny Mauricio will get another Mets cameo to end season

Ronny Mauricio will get another chance, if a brief one.

Truck plows into 2 teens riding bike in NYC, killing one of them: cops

Two teens riding on the same bike were struck by a truck in Manhattan Friday night — killing one and leaving the other hospitalized, cops said. The teens, aged 15 and 13, were heading along First Avenue when they were hit by the vehicle – an excavation truck – as it turned north from East...

North Korea dismisses UN nuclear watchdog resolution

The country rebukes the UN atomic agency's 'double standards' and says nuclear status is 'irreversible'.

China investigates Meituan and Alibaba units for suspected antitrust violations - Reuters

China investigates Meituan and Alibaba units for suspected antitrust violations  reuters.com

China investigates Meituan and Alibaba units for suspected antitrust violations - reuters.com

China investigates Meituan and Alibaba units for suspected antitrust violations  reuters.com

Parents could lose benefits or face prison for child's crimes, minister says

The reforms to Parenting Orders could also see parents losing benefits, Jake Richards MP told the Times.

Vought pushes for scrutiny of NIH grants in Oval Office clash

A heated debate took place in the Oval Office on Friday, with some Trump officials accusing the National Institutes of Health of funding grants that conflict with the president’s agenda.

LA animal hoarder faces 25 years in prison after seizure of 300 dogs and cats

One dog was so badly matted and in so much pain that workers had to sedate it just to cut its hair.

Brute who chucked glass bottle at NYPD officer’s head in Queens arrested

The cop was attempting to disperse a chaotic crowd when Zuniga threw the bottle, leaving the officer with a bad cut, police said.

Mauricio Pochettino impressed with MLS as he takes in Hudson River Derby

If Major League Soccer was looking for a spokesperson to laud the development of the league, they had their man on Friday.

Report: More US troops have died in Iran war than Pentagon says

The Pentagon publicly lists 18 US military deaths since the Iran war began.

Community colleges will be able to grant more bachelor's degrees under law signed by Newsom

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a pair of bills that would let community colleges offer more bachelor's degrees. The new degree options would be tied to regional workforce needs and campus performance.

Appeals court rejects Trump's third-country deportation policy

A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.

Appeals court rejects Trump's third-country deportation policy

A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.

Lynx, Liberty reflect on Napheesa Collier’s infamous speech as WNBA leadership change looms

Looking back now, Collier considers her mission a success. 

Fantasy football injury replacements to target for Week 2

It might only be Week 2, but the fantasy football injury bug is already operating in midseason form. 

South Africans voice their anger as hundreds hold femicide vigil

Hundreds of people gathered at the University of Cape Town on Friday at a vigil for victims of femicide in South Africa.

Kyle Shanahan defends Sean McVay’s blunder on 49ers-Rams opening season in Australia

Sean McVay said he hoped the Rams wouldn’t have to play in Australia ever again. His comments immediately went viral because of the team’s decision to fly into Melbourne late and the 27-7 beatdown handed to the Super Bowl favorites by the 49ers. Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay speaks during a news conference...

Jaedyn Shaw arrives at full-circle moment after pressure-filled Gotham FC transfer

A lot can change in a year. 

Paramount Weighs Some Concessions in Bid to Finalize Warner Bros. Merger

Seeking to settle a lawsuit with 12 states, Paramount has discussed measures to protect the editorial independence of CNN and the divestiture of Comedy Central.

Paramount Weighs Some Concessions in Bid to Finalize Warner Bros. Merger

Seeking to settle a lawsuit with 12 states, Paramount has discussed measures to protect the editorial independence of CNN and the divestiture of Comedy Central.

Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Sam Altman score invites to White House state dinner for Xi: ‘Hottest ticket in town’ 

NVIDIA President Jensen Huang, Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell and Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser are also invited. 

Julian Hall delivers crucial goal in Red Bulls’ win over NYCFC to continue his huge week

It’s been quite a week for Red Bull New York star Julian Hall. 

Zac Thornton shows off more than just his stuff in Mets’ win over Phillies

The numbers are impressive. The fashion in which he mows through opposing lineups is unique in today’s game.

Cases of West Nile virus soar in NYC, surpassing total number in 2025

West Nile virus cases have soared in the Big Apple this year, surpassing the total number of cases seen in 2025.

US clears way for $2.7 billion sale to Ukraine of air-defense development upgrades - reuters.com

US clears way for $2.7 billion sale to Ukraine of air-defense development upgrades  Reuters

US clears way for $2.7 billion sale to Ukraine of air-defense development upgrades - Reuters

US clears way for $2.7 billion sale to Ukraine of air-defense development upgrades  Reuters

US court blocks Trump plan to deport migrants to third countries

US judges affirm migrants must have opportunities to voice safety concerns before deportation to unfamiliar nations.

Rejuvenated Liberty beat down Lynx in post-FIBA break playoff push

If you asked Cheryl Reeve and others in the playoff field, they’ll tell you the postseason began after the FIBA Women’s World Cup break.

'Super cute' Hello Kitty cards draw crowds to the L.A. County Library

Hundreds of people across Los Angeles County braved long lines to score the limited-edition library card, which is available through mid-October. All California residents are eligible for one.

'Super cute' Hello Kitty cards draw crowds to the L.A. County Library

Hundreds of people across Los Angeles County braved long lines to score the limited-edition library card, which is available through mid-October. All California residents are eligible for one.

'Super cute' Hello Kitty cards draw crowds to the L.A. County Library

Hundreds of people across Los Angeles County braved long lines to score the limited-edition library card, which is available through mid-October. All California residents are eligible for one.

Deadly rat urine disease linked to infested RV after hazmat crews swooped on massive California tent city

Despite the dangers posed by the camp, a full clearance was blocked multiple times due to court orders and lawsuits.

Father of four kids killed by deranged mom, grandma in NY murder-suicide to sue for $400M

Brady Harmon is suing New York agencies for $400 million, alleging they failed to protect his four children from a fatal murder-suicide.

Pierre Engvall fighting to prove he still belongs with Islanders

With four years and $12 million left on his contract, Pierre Engvall must fight to earn a spot on the Islanders' crowded 23-man roster.

Long Island woman plunged into backyard cesspool — feared she’d be ‘buried alive’ on 47th birthday

It remains unclear whether sewage was lurking inside the pit.

Iranian women defy law and run Tehran race without hijab

Hundreds of Iranian women defy hijab law in Tehran 10K race.

Igor Shesterkin embracing Rangers ‘new page’ with playoffs back in focus

“I’m pretty happy,” Shesterkin said following Friday’s practice. “Last season is done. It’s a new page for us. I’m just looking forward. Just want to get back to the playoffs.” 

Google’s Gemini AI hacks 3 companies in security test, then stops

Google discloses first breakout by Gemini following similar incidents by Meta, Anthropic and OpenAI.

Flights resume at Luxembourg Airport after temporary shutdown over drone activity - reuters.com

Flights resume at Luxembourg Airport after temporary shutdown over drone activity  reuters.com