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19/02/2025

Starting today, Los Angeles schools begin a new chapter as LAUSD's comprehensive cell phone ban takes effect across the district. The policy, passed by the board in June, restricts student phone use throughout the school day. More details:

Students in the Los Angeles Unified School District returned to classes with a major new rule in place -- a ban on cell phones in classrooms.

19/02/2025

A federal judge has denied a request to block Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency from accessing federal data systems.

18/02/2025

Video shows the rescue of a teenager who fell 50 feet down a historic mine shaft. Watch as crews used specialized equipment to safely extract the 16-year-old, who was exploring with friends when their household rope broke.

18/02/2025

Southwest Airlines has announced significant workforce changes, marking the first mass layoffs in the airline's history. The restructuring will affect 1,750 corporate employees, including senior leadership positions, as the company aims to maximize efficiencies. Full details-->

Southwest to lay off 15% of its corporate staff, including senior leadership

18/02/2025

Burbank police are warning about an increase in 'bank jugging' - a crime where thieves watch bank customers and follow them to steal their cash. Last week, one victim lost $3,400 in Texas to this scheme. Learn how to protect yourself:

According to the statement, “bank jugging” refers to a method of robbery in which perpetrators sit in bank parking lots and wait for patrons to emerge with cash.

17/02/2025

Did you know George Washington preferred to spend his birthdays working? Discover how his birthday transformed into today's Presidents Day sales and events. More insights:

George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life

16/02/2025

The 5-day workweek is becoming history. Global companies testing 4-day workweeks are reporting remarkable results: higher productivity, increased revenue, and dramatically reduced burnout. Find out why business leaders worldwide are making the switch and what it means for the future of work. Read more:

BuchhaltungsButler and DataPulse explore the effects of the four-day work week worldwide and as an idea growing in popularity in the U.S.

15/02/2025

This is your sign to planning a Joshua Tree getaway. Discover insider tips for avoiding crowds, finding hidden spots, and experiencing the desert's magic this winter. Get the full guide:

Plan your Joshua Tree winter visit with expert tips on managing peak season crowds. Learn about best entrance times, parking strategies, and alternatives to popular trails from park rangers.

14/02/2025

AI beauty technology is changing how we approach skincare. Revive 's analysis tools examine your skin's unique needs while YouCam Apps virtual mirrors let you try products before buying. These smart tools measure everything from hydration to pigmentation, creating truly personalized beauty routines. Read how technology is democratizing expert beauty advice:

Discover how artificial intelligence and smart mirrors reshape our beauty perceptions and self-image in the modern world.

14/02/2025

A humpback whale swallows and spits out a 24-year-old kayaker in Chile's Strait of Magellan. The footage, captured by the kayaker's father, shows the marine encounter. Both father and son say they'll return to kayaking. Note: humpbacks typically feed on krill, not kayakers.

13/02/2025

Major lawsuit alleges LAUSD redirected millions in voter-approved arts education funding to cover existing costs instead of expanding programs as promised. The challenge, led by former Superintendent Beutner and backed by six education unions, claims this could cost students thousands of new teachers and programs.

In 2022, California voters overwhelmingly passed Proposition 28, intended to expand funding for the arts in public schools. Yet according to the claims of a lawsuit, the Los Angeles Unified School District kept much of that money from ever reaching its intended recipients.

13/02/2025

Your Valentine's Day roses complete an extraordinary journey before they reach your local store. In a remarkable feat of global logistics, one billion roses travel from South American farms to U.S. shops in just 48 hours. The journey involves multiple flights daily, precise temperature control, and a complex network of distributors working around the clock to ensure these symbols of love arrive fresh for February 14. Read the fascinating story behind your bouquet:

About 1 billion roses will cross borders for Valentine’s Day. Here’s how they get to you

12/02/2025

As we report on yet another aviation incident, many are asking: Why are we seeing so many small plane incidents lately? What changes in the aviation landscape might help explain this pattern?

12/02/2025

California launches record-breaking wildfire cleanup in LA communities. The operation includes free debris removal for residents, with costs above insurance covered by state contracts. Five weeks from disaster to recovery - a new standard in emergency response.

12/02/2025

When a resident returned to his Altadena home after the Eaton Fire evacuation, he found an unexpected houseguest: a 525-pound black bear known to neighbors as "Barry" had taken shelter under his house. This gentle giant survived one of California's most destructive wildfires by finding refuge in an urban crawl space.

California man finds 525-pound animal under his home after Los Angeles fires. The bear goes by Barry

11/02/2025

Trump announces crucial Saturday deadline in hostage crisis while revealing controversial Gaza reconstruction proposal.

Trump says ‘all hell is going to break out’ if Hamas doesn’t release hostages by Saturday at noon

10/02/2025

Military officials have identified Long Beach native Sgt. Jacob Durham, 22, as one of four Americans lost in last week's Philippines aircraft crash. The Marine, recently promoted on February 1st, was conducting an intelligence mission when the incident occurred.

A U.S. Marine from California has been identified by military officials as one of four people killed when a plane contracted by the U.S. military crashed in a rice field in the southern Philippines