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COMIC: When the bad news is endless, here's how to cope with your anxiety : Life Kit
Between the endless stream of headlines and the ongoing pandemic, the news can be overwhelming. Here's neuroscientist Judson Brewer's advice on coping and a breathing exercise that can help you stay grounded.
Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness
Growing signs Omicron is leveling off in California
While California continues to see disturbing rises in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths, there are some early signs the Omicron wave is slowing.
Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness
Could humanity catch a break with Omicron?
With the fast-spreading but less virulent Omicron variant, the coronavirus may finally be cutting humanity a little slack.
Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness
Michigan COVID situation 'critical' as state seeks more ventilators: health officials
“The situation in our state is critical right now," Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian said. "Cases are surging. Hospitals are full. And we have a new variant."
Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness
Nearly 70 Spanish medics Covid positive after Christmas party
The outbreak among ICU staff in Málaga is believed to have started at a Christmas party last week.
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Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
U.S. government allows Mexican avocado imports to resume after brief suspension
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday that imports of Mexican avocados could resume after a brief pause.
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Hugo's Tacos Takes a Break Due to Anti-Mask Harassment
Customers called employees racial slurs, threw water at them, and declared “we’re all gonna die anyway.” We talked to Hugo’s Tacos CFO Bill Kohne about why they shut down both L.A.-area locations due to anti-mask harassment.
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Strawberry Cream Cake | America's Test Kitchen
What could possibly ruin the heavenly trio of cake, cream, and ripe strawberries? How about soggy cake, bland berries, and squishy cream?
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
Strawberry Shortcake Icebox Cake
This Strawberry Shortcake Icebox Cake is easy to make with fresh strawberries, a cream filling and soft ladyfingers! The perfect summer potluck dessert!
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Humor | Humor
Humor | Humor
'Meth-gators': Police warn flushing drugs could create hyper-aggressive alligators
"Folks … please don’t flush your drugs m’kay," the Loretto Police Department wrote in a Facebook post.
Humor | Humor
Woman Speaks For Record-Breaking 8 Hours Without Being Interrupted By Man
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Politics | Politics
Politics | Politics
LA spending up to $837,000 to house a single homeless person
A Los Angeles audit finds that a $1.2 billion program intended to quickly build housing for the city's homeless residents is moving too slowly, and costs are climbing
Politics | Politics
Schwarzenegger: Gerrymandering 'one of the biggest scams' pulled on the American people
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) on Tuesday warned against the threat gerrymandering poses to democracy, calling it “one of the biggest scams politicians have ever pulled on the American people.”
From CNN | News
News | From CNN
Passengers panic in Nigeria as aircraft's emergency door falls off - CNN
Alarmed passengers say they were terrified when one of the emergency exit doors fell off a plane as it landed in Nigeria's capital, Abuja.
National News | News
News | National News
West Virginia Teachers To End Strike After Reaching Deal With Governor
The strike has shut down public schools since last Thursday. Union leaders met with Gov. Jim Justice, and they have reached a deal for pay raises. State lawmakers would need to pass the proposals.
Charity | Style & Fashion
Style & Fashion | Charity
'Tammi's Closet' turns dream prom into reality
AMESBURY — When Tammi’s Closet founder Betty Vitale started her free prom gown boutique at the Rock Church’s Best Foot Forward earlier this spring, she didn’t expect to be dressing
Local News | News
News | Local News
Why is L.A.’s iconic skyline far from the beach — unlike Miami, Seattle and other cities?
A reader asked why L.A.’s recognizable skyline — with skyscrapers such as the Wilshire Grand Center and U.S. Bank tower — developed roughly 15 miles from the Pacific. We have answers.
News | Local News
Californians to ring in new year with new composting law
Californians will ring in the new year with the unfurling of a groundbreaking law that will change how they dispose of their organic waste, particularly leftover food and kitchen scraps. Senate Bil…
News | Local News
Yes, You’re Hearing Way More Fireworks Than Usual
Thanks to the pandemic, we’re spending every day like it’s Independence Day this summer.
News | Local News
Women Of LA's Skid Row Tell Their Stories Through The Anger, Despair On Their Faces
One 51-year-old woman has been living on the streets for two years. "I've been raped, I've been stabbed, it's been hard out here for me," she says.
NBA | Sports
Sports | NBA
NBA unveils elaborate COVID-19 battle plan for season's return
Resuming the NBA season has relied on having the ability to combat the coronavirus while continuing games. Teams got a look at the battle plan Tuesday night.
SPORTS | Sports
Sports | SPORTS
Ex-Packer QB Brett Favre compares Colin Kaepernick to Pat Tillman: ‘He’s deserving of much praise and respect’
The former Packers’ quarterback’s comparison has to do with “leaving” an NFL career behind for a greater good.
Outdoor Activities | Entertainment
Entertainment | Outdoor Activities
Santa Monica Pier Reopens, But No Rides
The Santa Monica Pier reopened today, but it’s a little different than you may recall. It's now got a strict, limited capacity and you won’t be able to go on any rides.
Science | Science & Technology
Science & Technology | Science
Why Covid vaccine booster shots are so important: Omicron will 'rip right through the population,' says expert
Omicron is now the country's dominant Covid strain — and vaccine booster shots can help fight it, according to one top expert. Here's what you need to know.
Science & Technology | Science
Unprecedented die-offs, melting ice: Climate change is wreaking havoc in the Arctic and beyond
Scientists are seeing changes off Alaska that have never been documented before, as warming upsets a vast ecosystem and one of the world's vital fisheries.
Opinion | Politics
Politics | Opinion
After 'Real Housewives' scandal, scathing audit says California fails to stop corrupt lawyers
A state audit after the collapse of lawyer Tom Girardi's firm finds that the State Bar of California has failed to properly investigate or discipline corrupt attorneys.
Politics | Opinion
After 'Real Housewives' scandal, scathing audit says California fails to stop corrupt lawyers
A state audit after the collapse of lawyer Tom Girardi's firm finds that the State Bar of California has failed to properly investigate or discipline corrupt attorneys.
Politics | Opinion
Why Republicans Take Jan. 6 Less Seriously Than Other Americans
Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly polling roundup. Historically, Americans haven’t disagreed on the seriousness of national tragedies — think Sept. 11, 2001. …
Crime Stories | History
History | Crime Stories
"Worst ever" air rage passenger jailed for drunken rampage | Boing Boing
They’re calling Jasbir Singh Bharaj the “Worst ever” air rage passenger. He was given 11 months in prison for his drunken tantrum on a flight from Dubai to Birmingham, UK. The jud…
Chess | Gaming
Gaming | Chess
A 16-year-old from India has beaten world chess champion Magnus Carlsen
"I'm just really happy," Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa said. He is the youngest person to defeat Carlsen since the Norwegian became world champion.