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L.A. Fire Devastates Historic Black Community in Altadena

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 04:38:17
For Black residents, Altadena represented something more than suburban living. It was a foothold in generational prosperity.

Wind Forecast for L.A. Fires Was Weaker Than Expected, but Could Pick Up Wednesday

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 03:37:44
On Tuesday afternoon, forecasters at the National Weather Service dropped their most severe warnings for the rest of the day. But the alerts will be back in place early Wednesday.

Takeaways From Pete Hegseth’s Confirmation Hearing

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 03:37:40
President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for defense secretary said nothing that would alienate the Republican senators on the Armed Services Committee.

Joni Ernst Says She Will Vote to Confirm Pete Hegseth

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:44:28
The Iowa Republican’s decision dramatically increases the likelihood that Mr. Hegseth will have enough votes to be confirmed as President-elect Donald J. Trump’s defense secretary.

S.E.C. Sues Elon Musk Over Twitter-Related Securities Violations

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:14:27
Regulators filed a lawsuit in federal court stemming from Mr. Musk’s $44 billion purchase of the social media company now called X.

A House at Auschwitz Opens Its Doors to a Chilling Past

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:33:44
The home of the death camp’s wartime commandant, Rudolf Höss, which was the subject of the Oscar-winning movie “The Zone of Interest,” will soon welcome visitors.

What We Know About the Proposed Gaza Cease-Fire Agreement

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 07:37:38
Diplomats expressed cautious optimism on Tuesday that an agreement between Israel and Hamas may be within reach. But they also warned that it was not signed yet.

Jack Smith’s Accountability Effort Ends With More Freedom for Trump

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:30:15
The Justice Department now enters a second Trump administration with less authority to pursue a president than it has had in half a century.

New Obesity Definition Challenges Current Use of B.M.I.

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:30:04
An international commission made the case for focusing on body fat quantity and the illnesses people experience.

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, Confirms She Is in Remission from Cancer

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:31:42
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, she wrote: “It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery.”

Kate Middleton Is in Cancer Remission. It Doesn’t Always Mean the Illness Is Cured.

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:54:56
While the announcement is good news for the Princess of Wales, cancer experts describe the challenges of a life shadowed by an earlier diagnosis.

Mozambique at a Crossroads as New President is Sworn In

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:03:55
The country has been roiled by political chaos since the October election, which led to widespread demonstrations and a deadly response by the police.

Pete Hegseth’s Preposterous Selection

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:24:16
It should be derailed after today’s hearing. I doubt it will.

Neil Gaiman Responds to Explosive Report of Sexual Assault

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:33:10
“I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone,” said the best-selling author in response to allegations in New York magazine.

SpaceX Will Launch Two New Moon Landers on One Rocket: What to Know

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:00:28
Robotic vehicles from Firefly Aerospace of Texas and Ispace of Japan parted ways early Wednesday after being launched on the same SpaceX rocket. Both are aiming for the lunar surface.

U.S. Won’t Bring Charges Against Officers in Death of Ronald Greene

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 03:03:57
Investigators found insufficient evidence to federally charge the surviving officers in the encounter, in which a Black driver was pulled over, dragged, beaten and shocked.

Online Therapy Boom Has Mainly Benefited Privileged Groups, Studies Find

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:01:04
Digital mental health platforms were supposed to expand access for the neediest patients. Researchers say that hasn’t happened.

Alexandre Kantorow Rises, With Piano Prizes and the Paris Olympics

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:01:43
The 27-year-old musician Alexandre Kantorow has rapidly received worldwide attention. That hasn’t changed his approach to making music.

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