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Critics review the latest film releases: “Challengers,” “Uncropped,” “Egoist,” and “Alien” (re-release). The Supreme Court justices grant that presidents have some immunity when it comes to prosecution, but differ in how much and when it appli
Fava beans are one of the most ancient plants and among the easiest to grow. They’re key in Mediterranean and Middle East food cultures. Biden’s new legislation is forcing TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell the social giant to
LACMA has signed on as a partner in the development of Las Vegas’ only standalone art museum. Pieces from LACMA will be on rotating loan in Vegas once the museum is complete. Protests over the war in Gaza have engulfed college campuses across
Erick Elliott’s (a.k.a. Erick the Architect) first solo album, “I’ve Never Been Here Before,” features big-name collaborators like James Blake and George Clinton. The Supreme Court appeared divided after oral arguments over a Grants Pass, an O
Charoset is a melange of dried and/or fresh fruits plus nuts — all chopped or ground to a paste. It’s typically prepared for seders or Passover ritual dinners.Two Boeing whistleblowers testified about their safety concerns in a Congressional h
The Monterey Bay Aquarium has been fostering abandoned sea otter pups for release into the wild. Now the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is joining the effort, rehabbing its first orphaned baby. After months of pressure, House Speaker
Hilton Carter, a.k.a. The Plant Doctor, is out with “The Propagation Handbook.” He shares his tips on how to propagate plants such as pothos, ficus, succulents, and more.USC has barred valedictorian Asna Tabassum from speaking at commencement
The southbound 101 freeway in Agoura Hills will be closed nightly for the next few weeks — as Caltrans continues building a massive wildlife bridge.Donald Trump is now the first U.S. president to stand trial in a criminal case over charges he
OJ Simpson, 76, died on Wednesday. Thirty years ago, his murder trial and acquittal became a flashpoint of celebrity, race, and jurisprudence.Mexico City, home to 22 million people, is facing drought, drying reservoirs, and leaky infrastructur
All 371 locations of 99 Cents Only stores will close permanently, which means a big loss for those who rely on a low-income brick-and-mortar retailer in their neighborhood.The Arizona Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that a 160-year-old abortion
The group Open Books is giving what it calls “LGBTQ+ affirming literature” to public schools, including every elementary campus in the LAUSD.Rory Kennedy talks about “Synanon Fix,” a four-part documentary series on HBO about the drug rehab cen
Rudy Mancuso’s synesthesia means daily sounds transform into layered rhythms and melodies. He explores that beautiful and frustrating experience in “Música.”House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing pressure from Democrats and foreign leaders to pa
Sonoran white wheat is core to making flour tortillas. It has resurged in the past decade thanks to its versatility in baked goods, sweet flavor, and white color. If re-elected, Trump has vowed not to defend NATO countries that haven’t paid th
The LA Festival of Movies debuts this week, featuring brand new films, world premieres, older independent flicks that may deserve a second look, and titles that haven’t played within the circuit yet. The damage is still unfolding from Taiwan’s
Atlantic writer Franklin Foer examines rising antisemitism from the political left, and why what he describes as a “Golden Age for American Jews” is over.An Israeli airstrike killed seven World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza on Monday, and th
Technology has devastated kids’ abilities to connect and learn. Pew data from 2022 says nearly half of teens were online almost constantly. The state’s mandatory $20/hour minimum wage for fast food workers goes into effect on April 1, but some
The Santa Monica City Council recently voted to explore compensating the descendants of a Black man named Silas White for his plot of land on Ocean Ave.New analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows that Medicare spending on weight loss
Judy Baca’s collaborative effort to create “The Great Wall of LA” is the subject of a new LA Times short documentary. The mural is being extended to another half mile. Four men accused in Friday's terrorist attack at a Russian concert hall app
A new AI company called Suno wants everyone to be able to produce their own pro-level songs. What does that mean for artists?The U.N. Security Council called for a ceasefire in Gaza, with the U.S. abstaining from the vote. Will it make a diffe
Regarding Her, a nonprofit accelerating the growth of women entrepreneurs and leaders in food and beverage, is sponsoring a spattering of events this March. California voters narrowly passed Prop 1, Newsom’s signature mental health initiative.
In “Problemista,” a Salvadoran immigrant longs to become a toy designer when he arrives in New York. The challenges of getting a U.S. work visa threaten his dreams.In Texas, Senate Bill 4 would allow local police to arrest people suspected of
Aging pop stars Jennifer Lopez and Justin Timberlake are promoting new albums. Are audiences interested in new material, or just hoping they'll bring sexy back?Despite bans in 14 states, over 1 million abortions occurred in the U.S. last year,
The world of 1970s Laurel Canyon is on full display in Ginny Winn’s book, “Grievous Angels, Trout Masks, and American Beauties: 1970s Rock & Roll Photography of Ginny Winn.”Gov. Newsom has made Prop 1, the mental health and housing bill, his s
A classic fruit pie is vegan except for that buttery crust, which is the easiest part of the pastry to tweak. Several great plant butters are available.Some members of Congress view TikTok as a national security threat since it collects data o
“High & Low” chronicles John Galliano’s rise with Givenchy and Christian Dior, then his downfall due to alcoholism and anti-Jewish remarks. Now his work for Maison Margiela is winning audiences. An Atlanta judge has dismissed six charges again
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