The Strait of Hormuz region faces heightened security risks after U.S.-Israeli strikes triggered maritime incidents, prompting shipping companies to reroute vessels.

The NFL combine’s 40-yard dash tracker is an impressive feat of standardized technology that can accurately record the times of each participant.

Timothée Chalamet, Teyana Taylor and Emma Stone are among the stars who scored nominations at the final awards show before the Oscars.

Thousands of Iranian-Americans have descended on Los Angeles for a second day to celebrate the death of Iran’s tyrannical leader. Demonstrators started gathering near the federal building in Westwood on Sunday as they again chanted for democracy in the Middle Eastern country. Thousands of Iranian-Americans have descended on Los Angeles for a second day to...

Shorter asylum period can be renewed under hardline policy aimed at stopping rise of Reform UK

Shabana Mahmood has ripped up the government’s asylum rules so that from Monday every refugee will be told that their status is temporary and will last just 30 months.

In a move that has concerned a refugee charity, the home secretary said that claimants whose countries are deemed to be safe by the UK government will from now on be expected to return.

Continue reading...

© Photograph: Stefan Rousseau/PA

© Photograph: Stefan Rousseau/PA

© Photograph: Stefan Rousseau/PA

The deal underscores mounting frustration locally as millions of gallons of untreated wastewater continue to flow north from Mexico, contaminating beaches, triggering health warnings, and sickening residents in communities like Imperial Beach.

Lindo speaks out after man with Tourette syndrome shouted slur while actor was on stage with Michael B Jordan

British-American actor Delroy Lindo expressed gratitude for “the support and love” he and Michael B Jordan have received after a man with Tourette syndrome (TS) shouted the N-word as the two men presented a Bafta award.

“We appreciate all the support and love that we have been shown,” Lindo – who, like Jordan, is Black – said on stage at the annual NAACP Image awards in Los Angeles. He called it “a classic case of something that could be very negative becoming very positive”.

Continue reading...

© Photograph: Arafat Barbakh/Reuters

© Photograph: Arafat Barbakh/Reuters

© Photograph: Arafat Barbakh/Reuters

The gunman behind Austin’s possible terror-related mass shooting entered the US  and cemented his legal immigration status under Democrat administrations — despite a growing criminal record.

There’s a GOP civil war brewing over the Texas US Senate seat occupied by John Cornyn, who is likely headed for a primary run-off with MAGA state Attorney General Ken Paxton, according to a new poll.

Lakers star LeBron James is questionable for Sunday night’s home game against the Kings, which is the second night of a back-to-back after Saturday’s win over the Warriors.  James, who was the lone player on the team’s injury report, was listed with left foot arthritis.  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 28: LeBron James #23 of...

He’s the new face of LA’s slum that no one usually sees.

OPEC+ has a history of raising oil output to cushion disruptions but analysts said the group currently has little spare capacity to add to supply.

• Fifa president wants more intervention in battle against racism

• Mouth covering in focus after Vinícius Júnior’s allegation of abuse

The Fifa president, Gianni Infantino, has suggested players who cover their mouths while addressing opponents could be sent off as part of the governing body’s battle against racism.

The practice, which has long been deployed to prevent cameras picking up conversations between teammates and opposition, has been put in focus after Vinícius Júnior’s allegations of discriminatory abuse by Gianluca Prestianni. The Benfica player denies doing so but was suspended for his side’s Champions League playoff second leg against Vinícius’s Real Madrid pending the outcome of a formal investigation.

Continue reading...

© Photograph: Patrícia de Melo Moreira/AFP/Getty Images

© Photograph: Patrícia de Melo Moreira/AFP/Getty Images

© Photograph: Patrícia de Melo Moreira/AFP/Getty Images

The Minnesota Vikings are making big changes in 2026.

The EU warned Sunday against a prolonged war in the Middle East, saying further escalation could threaten Europe and beyond, as it urged Iran to refrain from indiscriminate retaliation after U.S.-Israeli strikes. Read More

"It is imperative the Democratic Party wake up and get past their dislike of President Trump," she said.

The surprise trio appeared in good spirits after a night out at Chateau Marmont.

The surprise trio appeared in good spirits after a night out at Chateau Marmont.

Scores of Iranian-Americans cheered the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in New York City Sunday after the despot and a cadre of his goons were were killed in a US-Israeli strike in Tehran — with similar celebrations erupting in other cities across the globe. About 500 people flocked to Midtown in the afternoon chanting “USA!...

A suspected DUI driver has crashed his $100,000 Land Rover Defender into a backyard swimming pool — and the photos look straight out of a movie.

Numerous additional benefits of GLP-1 weight loss drugs continue to be discovered, and new research has found the blockbuster drugs could be a better treatment for one common ailment.

The investigation is believed to involve LAUSD's dealings with AI company AllHere, where Kerr was a former consultant, which developed a chatbot for the district.

Gonzales got booed by attendees at an event in Texas on Friday, when President Trump gave him a shout-out.

NEW DELHI, INDIA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and India Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Monday to formally launch talks for a comprehensive trade deal and, perhaps more importantly, showcase a repaired relationship.  Read More