SoCal News NOW
Pop icon Miley Cyrus is opening up about an unexpected health scare that began while filming a music video on Hollywood's Walk of Fame – and ended with a trip to the ICU. In a recent appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," the Grammy-winning singer-actress revealed she developed a serious knee infection after shooting scenes for [...]
A shooting involving “four to five subjects” left a man dead in L.A.’s Gramercy Park neighborhood overnight, according to authorities. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that gunfire erupted around 11:55 p.m. Friday in the 9800 block of South Van Ness Avenue just north of West Century Boulevard. “A man went outside to his [...]
Millions are set to travel for Memorial Day weekend this year in what’s expected to be a record-breaking travel season (sound familiar?) and among those taking extra time as a precaution is the Loma Alta High School marching band. KTLA 5’s Carlos Herrera was live at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Saturday morning, [...]
Who is this Duffy character and where did he come from? [...]
WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — President Donald Trump used the first military commencement address of his second term Saturday to congratulate West Point cadets on their academic and physical accomplishments while veering sharply into politics, taking credit for America's military might while boasting about the “mandate” he says he earned in the 2024 presidential election. [...]
Naqi Rizvi loves the “absolute freedom” he feels on the tennis court. Winning titles is fun, too. The 34-year-old blind tennis champion is on a mission to not only raise awareness but also elevate the sport into the Paralympics. "That would be the dream, and I’d love to be the first Paralympic champion if I [...]
Two people were arrested after a U.S. Postal Service worker was robbed at gunpoint in Palos Verdes Estates, officials announced Friday. It was around 5 p.m. on Thursday when the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department received a call reporting the armed robbery on Via Tejon, outside of the U.S. Post Office in Malaga Cove. Officers [...]
A suspect was arrested in connection with the death of a 4-month-old baby in Riverside County. The death occurred on Aug. 23, 2024, when Riverside County deputies responded to reports of a baby who was not breathing at a home on the 2000 block of Whispering Bells Road in San Jacinto. Authorities performed life-saving measures [...]
A California woman was sentenced to prison for stealing over $2.2 million from elderly victims. Julie Anne Darrah, 52, was an investment adviser who used her position to target elderly clients at her firm, including some who were receiving end-of-life care, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Darrah stole the funds by gaining control of [...]
Deputies and loved ones are asking for the community’s help to find and bring home a missing teenager who was last seen Friday morning in the city of Commerce. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said the boy, Nataniel Stanislaw Pomagalski, was last seen around 8:30 a.m. on May 9 on the 6100 block of [...]
SoCal News NOW
- Trump hails West Point cadets for their accomplishments and takes credit for US military might May 24, 2025WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — President Donald Trump used the first military commencement address of his second term Saturday to congratulate West Point cadets on their academic and physical accomplishments while veering sharply into politics, taking credit for America's military might while boasting about the “mandate” he says he earned in the 2024 presidential election. […]
- Local high school marching band among millions traveling for Memorial Day weekend May 24, 2025Millions are set to travel for Memorial Day weekend this year in what’s expected to be a record-breaking travel season (sound familiar?) and among those taking extra time as a precaution is the Loma Alta High School marching band. KTLA 5’s Carlos Herrera was live at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Saturday morning, […]
Media
It takes place at a small newspaper in Toledo, Ohio, and at least one original cast member will return from the hit NBC sitcom. [...]
A book the CNN host co-wrote has received positive reviews and appears to be a sales hit. But it has also generated intense scrutiny of him and his work. [...]
Movie studios are putting more emphasis on the IMAX brand as it stands out as a bright spot in the theater business. [...]
Dozens of A.I.-related regulations enacted in the past two years now lead to fines, incarceration and legal challenges from the likes of Elon Musk. [...]
At IBM, he hired a young Jim Henson to make humorous corporate films using his puppet creations. Mr. Henson later hired Mr. Lazer to help run his company. [...]
A summer reading insert recommended made-up titles by real authors such as Isabel Allende and Delia Owens. The Sun-Times and The Philadelphia Inquirer have apologized. [...]
The start-up Every centered its business model on artificial intelligence, and has raised $2 million from backers including Reid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn. [...]
A.I. has yet to upend Hollywood. But it is starting to make big inroads in animation. [...]
With film and TV production in Los Angeles down by roughly one-third in recent years, Mayor Karen Bass took steps to make it easier to shoot at top locations. [...]
The deal is a much-needed shot in the arm for Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit that produces “Sesame Street” and has been struggling financially. [...]
Media
- What We Know About ‘The Paper,’ the Upcoming ‘Office’ Spinoff May 24, 2025It takes place at a small newspaper in Toledo, Ohio, and at least one original cast member will return from the hit NBC sitcom.
- Why Is IMAX Suddenly Everywhere? May 23, 2025Movie studios are putting more emphasis on the IMAX brand as it stands out as a bright spot in the theater business.
- Jake Tapper of CNN Is Everywhere Promoting, and Taking Hits on, His Book May 23, 2025A book the CNN host co-wrote has received positive reviews and appears to be a sales hit. But it has also generated intense scrutiny of him and his work.
- Deepfake Laws Bring Prosecution and Penalties, but Also Pushback May 22, 2025Dozens of A.I.-related regulations enacted in the past two years now lead to fines, incarceration and legal challenges from the likes of Elon Musk.
- A.I.-Generated Reading List in Chicago Sun-Times Recommends Nonexistent Books May 22, 2025A summer reading insert recommended made-up titles by real authors such as Isabel Allende and Delia Owens. The Sun-Times and The Philadelphia Inquirer have apologized.
Health
Contrast-enhanced mammography identified three times as many tumors as ultrasound scans. But it is not widely used for screening in the United States. [...]
Though much remains uncertain, experts predicted many people will face new barriers to vaccination. [...]
A White House report blames a crisis of chronic illness on ultraprocessed foods, chemical exposures, lifestyle factors and excessive use of prescription drugs, including antidepressants. [...]
The report echoes many of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s talking points on ultraprocessed foods and vaccines, but with some notable omissions. [...]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants to return the nation to a time when he believes Americans were healthier. Not so fast, many researchers say. [...]
They contain increasing amounts of sugar, fat and sodium and decreasing amounts of protein and fiber. [...]
The test may make it easier to identify whether people with memory and thinking problems have Alzheimer’s or not. [...]
Agency leaders said there was evidence to justify approval only for older people and those with medical conditions. Many others may not be able to get the shots. [...]
Nearly 100 neurology experts collaborated on the creation of a new method of evaluating patients with traumatic brain injuries. [...]
Joel said he had normal pressure hydrocephalus, which has led to “problems with hearing, vision and balance.” [...]
Health
- Billy Joel Announces Brain Disorder and Cancels All Concerts May 23, 2025Joel said he had normal pressure hydrocephalus, which has led to “problems with hearing, vision and balance.”
- One Type of Mammogram Proves Better for Women With Dense Breasts May 23, 2025Contrast-enhanced mammography identified three times as many tumors as ultrasound scans. But it is not widely used for screening in the United States.
- Takeaways From the White House’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Report May 23, 2025The report echoes many of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s talking points on ultraprocessed foods and vaccines, but with some notable omissions.
- French Government and Nestlé Accused of Cover-Up in Perrier Water Scandal May 23, 2025An inquiry found that Nestlé and French officials had concealed the company’s practice of filtering Perrier water it labels “natural.” The head of Nestlé has suggested that human activity is making pure water scarcer.
- The FDA May Restrict Covid Vaccines. Who Will Be Able to Get Them? May 23, 2025Though much remains uncertain, experts predicted many people will face new barriers to vaccination.
Science
With an underwater drone named Rhody, archaeologists are mapping some of the dozens of sunken vessels in Lake Ontario. [...]
In April, astronomers said they had detected a possible signature of life on the exoplanet K2-18b. Now, three independent analyses discount the evidence. [...]
More than half of the National Science Foundation grants terminated since April fund programs that would help students train in science, engineering and math. [...]
The discovery of a 17th-century “foot-ball” pitch in Scotland would relocate the birthplace of the modern game. [...]
These gentle giants have poor eyesight and may not be able to see fishnets and boats with which they have fatal encounters. [...]
Male capuchin monkeys on a Panamanian island were documented carrying around infant howler monkeys for no clearly discernible reason. [...]
Richard Garwin’s role in designing the hydrogen bomb was obscured from the public, even his family, as he advised presidents and devoted his life to undoing the danger he created. [...]
The U.S. is slashing funding for scientific research, after decades of deep investment. Here’s some of what those taxpayer dollars created. [...]
The agency plans to argue that carbon emissions from power plants do not contribute “significantly” to climate change. Scientists disagree. [...]
At a wildlife center in San Diego, caretakers of a black bear cub are using extraordinary measures to keep him from becoming reliant on humans, including donning masks and vintage [...]
Science
- In ‘Cancer Alley,’ a Battle Over Who Gets to Measure Air Pollution May 24, 2025Community groups are fighting an unusual Louisiana law that restricts how they use data from air-quality monitors, saying it violates free speech.
- Documents Show E.P.A. Wants to Erase Greenhouse Gas Limits on Power Plants May 24, 2025The agency plans to argue that carbon emissions from power plants do not contribute “significantly” to climate change. Scientists disagree.
- Trump Signs Executive Orders for Faster Build-Out of Nuclear Power Plants May 24, 2025Among a flurry of executive actions, Mr. Trump directed the nation’s nuclear safety regulator to speed up approvals for new reactors.
- ‘Baby Bear’ Learns How to Be Wild From Humans in Fur May 23, 2025At a wildlife center in San Diego, caretakers of a black bear cub are using extraordinary measures to keep him from becoming reliant on humans, including donning masks and vintage fur coats.
- Historic Shipwrecks Come to Light in the Great Lakes May 23, 2025With an underwater drone named Rhody, archaeologists are mapping some of the dozens of sunken vessels in Lake Ontario.
World of Tech
The tech giant is taking its next big step in artificial intelligence by adding interactive capabilities to its flagship product. [...]
Leaving your device at home might seem daunting, but it can result in a deeper connection to a place and more authentic interactions with locals. [...]
A federal judge created a path for app makers like Spotify and Patreon to avoid paying Apple hefty commissions. Is this a win for consumers? It’s complicated. [...]
Your bags may be ready to go, but do you really have everything you need? Here are some apps that can make your travels smoother, safer and more fun. [...]
Artificial intelligence software — some already free on your device — can quickly compose and edit documents. But be sure to check its work. [...]
Here are some best practices for safeguarding sensitive personal data. [...]
How luxury cars, $500,000 bar tabs and a mysterious kidnapping attempt helped investigators unravel the heist of a lifetime. [...]
From photo timers to music identifiers, here are a few new iPhone and Android tools to make your life easier. [...]
Even if gadget prices surge, we have plenty of cheaper options, like buying last year’s phone model instead of the latest and greatest. [...]
With tariffs threatening to drive up the costs of most things, the new entry-level phones from Apple and Google present a timely opportunity to save some bucks. [...]
World of Tech
- Google Unveils ‘A.I. Mode’ Chatbot, Signaling a New Era for Search May 20, 2025The tech giant is taking its next big step in artificial intelligence by adding interactive capabilities to its flagship product.
- How to Travel Without a Phone May 19, 2025Leaving your device at home might seem daunting, but it can result in a deeper connection to a place and more authentic interactions with locals.
- What the Changes in Apple’s App Store Mean for iPhone Users May 15, 2025A federal judge created a path for app makers like Spotify and Patreon to avoid paying Apple hefty commissions. Is this a win for consumers? It’s complicated.
- How to Protect Your Phone While Traveling Abroad May 13, 2025Here are some best practices for safeguarding sensitive personal data.
- A Packing List of Apps to Download Before You Travel May 9, 2025Your bags may be ready to go, but do you really have everything you need? Here are some apps that can make your travels smoother, safer and more fun.
