Iconic British artist David Hockney has died at the age of 88. His work sold at auction for a record $90 million in 2018.
Donald Trump will miss the USA vs. Paraguay match at the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead the American delegation in his place.
A California court has ordered Google and Meta to face litigation over youth addiction, potentially involving $6 million in claims. The companies will be held accountable for the harmful design of their platforms.
Paramount offers concessions to the US for approval of the $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Regulators are examining the risks of media market monopolization.
81-year-old James Handy was found with stab wounds near his home in Los Angeles. Police have detained his girlfriend's son on suspicion of murder.
FBI agents shot and killed a man who held 10 hostages in a building containing a bank for 15 hours. All individuals were released unharmed; the perpetrator's motives are currently under investigation.
Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor of Star Wars, has died at the age of 80. The cause of death was cancer, according to the film editor's family attorney.
An explosion of a white liquor tank at a factory in Washington has killed one person. Nine people are missing, and a rescue operation is underway at the scene.
Orange County emergency crews have neutralized the threat of an explosion from a methyl methacrylate tank. Evacuations remain in effect due to the risk of hazardous chemical leaks.
More than 50,000 people have been evacuated in California due to the threat of a chemical tank explosion. Emergency responders are cooling the container to stabilize the pressure.
The new Star Wars installment topped the box office in the US and Canada with a result of $102 million. This is the franchise's first feature film in seven years.
At a plant in California, efforts are being made to prevent the explosion of 26,500 liters of a toxic substance. Due to the threat, tens of thousands of local residents have been evacuated.
A study of 67,000 species showed that up to 16% of plants will lose their habitats. This will cause a global restructuring of ecosystems by the end of the century.
In San Diego, two teenagers shot three people near a mosque and committed suicide. The FBI is investigating the incident as a potential hate crime.
The jury rejected Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI due to missed deadlines. The judge upheld the decision, which significantly complicates the businessman's plans for an appeal.
A Kentucky school district has reached a settlement with YouTube, TikTok, and Snap in a case regarding harm to teenagers' mental health. Meta is set to face trial in June.
The US plans to reduce water consumption from the Colorado River by 3 million acre-feet. This is necessary to protect Lake Mead and Lake Powell reservoirs from falling to critically low levels.
Men use vocal fry more frequently than women, despite the myths. The creaky voice in girls is perceived more acutely only due to social bias.
Due to the bankruptcy of Del Monte, 420,000 trees will be destroyed in California. The government has allocated $9 million for crop liquidation to stabilize the market.
The singer is accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs following an arrest on US Route 101. She faces a year of probation.
The trial of Musk vs. OpenAI has launched in the US over the departure from its non-profit mission. The businessman is demanding Altman's resignation and funds for charity.
The Trump administration may extend Jones Act waivers to stabilize oil prices. This would allow foreign vessels to transport fuel between ports.
The gaming platform is introducing facial age verification and parental controls for users up to 16 years old. The company will fund safety measures through an agreement with Nevada.
The FIFA president announced Iran's admission to the World Cup due to qualification. The team will play group stage matches in California and Seattle.
Planet Labs has imposed an indefinite delay on the release of images of Iran and neighboring countries. This prevents media from assessing the consequences of military actions.
Bloggers complain about housing cancellations before the Coachella festival and rising prices. Property rentals reach tens of thousands of dollars for a weekend.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced plans to run for head of state again. The decision will depend on the needs of the American people.
Artemis II mission astronauts are preparing for a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean after a 10-day flight. The Orion capsule performed a maneuver for atmospheric re-entry.
In Riverside County, the fire has covered more than 6 square kilometers due to strong winds. Authorities have ordered evacuations and warned of power outages.
The Trump administration is requesting funds to restore Alcatraz for the most dangerous criminals. San Francisco authorities oppose it due to lack of infrastructure.
