California diver documents close encounter with lacy, undulating sea creature far from home
Ted Judah went diving off McAbee Beach in Monterey Bay when he caught sight of a ‘silvery knife blade undulating thing,’ later identified as a king-of-the-salmon.
State Department halts visa processing for 75 countries starting next week

The U.S. State Department announced Wednesday that it will temporarily stop processing immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten standards for who may permanently enter
Denmark says ‘fundamental disagreement’ over Greenland remains after meeting with Vance, Rubio

Denmark and Greenland remain firmly opposed to President Trump’s push to bring Greenland under U.S. control, despite what Danish officials described as direct but respectful talks with senior members of the Trump administration at the White House.
The Valley, the South Bay and beyond: These are L.A.’s newest million-dollar neighborhoods

The $1-million home is now the standard in neighborhoods across the San Fernando Valley, South Bay and beyond. Here are some of the newest million-dollar areas around L.A.
Arellano: Even Grok thinks Elon Musk’s claim that white men are persecuted is bull
Who the hell appointed Elon Musk to be the loudest defender of white men?
How did LAUSD students measure up to district goals? The wins, shortfalls and 2026 plan
LAUSD test scores improved more than statewide results, but academic achievement is falling short of internal goals. Should the targets be easier?
Actor Timothy Busfield appears in court, faces new sexual assault claims

Emmy Award-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield appeared in court Wednesday after turning himself in to New Mexico authorities to face multiple felony charges involving alleged sexual abuse of minors. Prosecutors are seeking to keep the 68-year-old
Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting ride-share driver

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on Monday, January 12th after allegedly assaulting a ride-share driver, according to the LAPD. NBC Los Angeles first reported the news of Sutherland’s arrest. PEOPLE say that Sutherland, 59, was arrested shortly