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World Cup-bound Norway player backs calls for improved heat protocols from FIFA
A Norway international likely headed to the World Cup is among a group of current or former soccer players who have written to FIFA backing calls for stronger heat protocols…
Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war
The U.K. government delayed some new sanctions on Russian oil. It says it is protecting consumers from rising costs due to the Iran war.
Fewer Southern California beaches make Heal the Bay’s annual ‘Honor Roll’ list
Heal the Bay's annual Beach Report Card shows trends on water quality ahead of busy Memorial weekend; last winter’s wet, rainy season has affected many beaches.
Students and community organizations sue to desegregate Massachusetts schools
A lawsuit filed on behalf of students and community organizations in Massachusetts argues the state is illegally maintaining schools that are racially segregated, concentrating Black and Latino students in high-poverty…
US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade
The U.S. military says it boarded an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was suspected of trying to violate the American blockade.
2026 California treasurer candidates share ideas for financing affordable housing
Six people are running to replace termed-out Treasurer Fiona Ma in the June 2 primary election.
Netanyahu’s coalition alliances with religious parties put his reelection at risk
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's alliance with ultra-Orthodox religious parties is proving to be a liability ahead of elections.
Rare 111-acre Bradbury Estates ranch seeks $10.5M ahead of auction
Held by the same family for three generations, this guard-gated foothills compound will sell to the highest bidder live from London next month.
Fewer Southern California beaches make Heal the Bay’s annual “Honor Roll” list
Heal the Bay's annual Beach Report Card shows trends on water quality ahead of busy Memorial weekend; last winter’s wet, rainy season has affected many beaches.
US sanctions hit alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl network, including a Chihuahua restaurant
The sanctions, announced Wednesday, cut them off from the U.S. banking system.