North Korea launches multiple, short-range ballistic missiles
South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said the missiles travelled up to 250km (155 miles) before landing in the sea. Read More
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Why is thyroid cancer more common in women?
One woman talks about being diagnosed with two autoimmune diseases and thyroid cancer after years of medical oversight. Read More
What is ‘waste colonialism’ and why has Thailand banned imports of plastic?
China had taken in nearly half of the world’s plastic waste since 1992 until it imposed an import ban in 2018. Read More
Fire victims can get aid from the feds. How to apply for FEMA and avoid potential scams
FEMA is operating its services in L.A. County amid multiple active wildfires. Here is what you need to know, how to apply and avoid possible scams. Read More
‘Gidget Goes Homeless.’ Despite an unexpected fire sequel, a surf legend survives
Kathy ‘Gidget’ Kohner Zuckerman lost her Pacific Palisades home after 60 years in the community. But for the surfing pioneer, the aloha spirit prevails. Read More
Who is performing at Trump’s inauguration?
Country singer Carrie Underwood will perform ‘America the Beautiful’ just before Trump is sworn in Read More
Operation under way to rescue trapped miners from South African gold mine
The Mining Affected Communities United in Action group says at least 400 men remain trapped in the abandoned mine. Read More
$2-billion Powerball jackpot winner loses home in L.A. County wildfire
Edwin Castro won the Powerball lottery in early 2023. He bought homes in Malibu, Altadena and the Hollywood hills. All three were threatened by simultaneous fires, and one burned. Read More
Kim Kardashian wants higher pay rate for inmate firefighters: ‘I see them as heroes’
Kim Kardashian is calling on California’s government to raise the pay rate for the state’s incarcerated firefighters battling the devastating L.A. fires. Read More
9 charged with looting during L.A. fires; Emmy award among items stolen
L.A. County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman announced looting charges Monday, and also said one man was charged with arson for starting a blaze in an Azusa park. Read More