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Scientists discover a deep whale graveyard that is teeming with life
Scientists have unearthed marine communities thriving on a millions-year-old whale graveyard in the southeastern Indian Ocean.
Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over massive fire that killed 168
The blaze engulfed seven apartment buildings and killed 168 people.
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World Cup 2026 events all across Southern California
In addition to the FIFA Fan Festival at the Coliseum, there will be watch parties and other World Cup-themed events at locations all over the region.
World Cup: Legends intersect as torch is prepared to be passed
In an event being held on unmatched scale, Lionel Messi may hand off the role of the game's biggest star to Lamine Yamal.
12 tidbits to know before the 23rd men’s World Cup, plus what to call all 48 teams
Here's what to say to impress your friends at the World Cup watch party.
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After troubled World Cup lead-in, UN human rights chief urges ‘rethink’ of US immigration policy
The United Nations’ top human rights official called for a “massive rethink” of immigration policy in the US ahead of the World Cup.
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Can a new-look Chargers offensive line better protect Justin Herbert?
Revamping the offensive line and hiring a new offensive coordinator plus a new offensive line coach were offseason priorities after Herbert was sacked 60 times including their playoff loss to…
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Myles Garrett becoming the new normal for Rams
The two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, acquired from Cleveland last week, has been on the field for the past few days of OTA workouts, getting to know his…
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Dodgers’ rotation is thriving despite injury issues
Instead of regressing into chaos with Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow sidelined, the rotation has performed even better during a current run that has only improved the club’s chances of…
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Persistent neck injury could land Dodgers’ Will Smith on injured list
Smith missed his third consecutive game on Tuesday. He went through a light workout but is still bothered by the injury, particularly when hitting. Dave Roberts said an IL move…