Man accused of stealing $25,000 worth of Lego from northern California stores

Problems With New California Bar Exam Spark Lawsuit and Enrage Test Takers

Many aspiring lawyers could not access the test and cited delays or other issues. A lawmaker has called for an investigation.

The New York Times - 3d

‘Like a horror movie’: Ice detaining German tourist in California indefinitely

Jessica Brösche has spent more than a month in detention center after being denied entry at San Diego from Mexico. A German tourist is fighting to be released from an immigration detention center ...

The Guardian - 2d

Officers charged in 'gladiator fights' at California youth detention centre

Prosecutors accuse some officers at the youth detention centre of acting as "referees" in dozens of fights.

BBC News - 1d

California pauses home energy rebate program amid Trump funding freeze

California paused a Biden-era home rebate program tied to energy efficiency because it can't access federal funding to administer the program.

CNBC - 23h

California Rain Forecast Has Water Managers ‘Waiting with Bated Breath’

Back-to-back storms are expected over the next 10 days, potentially bringing a key measure of the state’s crucial water supply up to normal levels.

The New York Times - 20h

L.A. County Sues Southern California Edison over Eaton Fire

The county says electrical equipment owned by the electric utility is to blame for the blaze that killed 17 people and destroyed 9,400 buildings.

The New York Times - 20h

The Kremlin’s Goldman man

Plus, the UK tries to attract VC firms with new private share trading plan and Téléfonica gears up for potential deals

Financial Times - Feb. 27

Creative industries are among the UK’s crown jewels – and AI is out to steal them | John Naughton

The tech firms’ efforts to change copyright laws and gain free access to intellectual property is patently wrong. There are decades when nothing happens (as Lenin is – wrongly – supposed to have ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

This Russian Tech Bro Helped Steal $93 Million and Landed in US Prison. Then Putin Called

In the epic US-Russian prisoner swap last summer, Vladimir Putin brought home an assassin, spies, and another prized ally: the man behind one of the biggest insider trading cases of all time.

Wired - Feb. 25

Hawks' Dyson Daniels sets up game-winner with a perfect steal to lift Atlanta past Memphis at the buzzer

Dyson Daniels is leading the NBA in steals amid a breakout campaign with the Hawks.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Pair charged with stealing Taylor Swift tickets made over $600K selling them, prosecutors say

Two people were arrested and charged in a scheme to steal and resell online tickets for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, making over $600,000 in the process, the Queens, New York, prosecutor’s office said.

NBC News - 1d

Thousands of children in England accused of witchcraft in past decade

Figures emerge as Kindoki Witch Boy film tells true story of Mardoche Yembi who underwent an exorcism as a child. Thousands of children in England have been accused of witchcraft over the past ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Broncos asst. accused of allegedly striking cop

Broncos outside linebackers coach Michael Wilhoite was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer over the weekend in Denver.

ESPN - Feb. 24

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of making 'racist statements'

Galatasaray said they would "initiate criminal proceedings" against Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho after claiming he made "racist statements" following the teams' 0-0 draw on Monday.

BBC News - Feb. 25

GPs accused of leaving bills unpaid and patients in danger

GP firm says it is "committed to delivering the highest standards of care" in wake of criticism.

BBC News - Feb. 26

Gold £4.8m toilet theft accused 'searched for news'

Three men are standing trial over the theft of the gold toilet which had been part of an exhibition.

BBC News - Feb. 27

Top Democrats accuse of Republicans of raising shutdown risk

Top Democratic negotiators on Friday accused Republicans of “walking away” from bipartisan government funding talks two weeks before the shutdown deadline. Sen. Patty Murray (Wash.) and Rep. Rosa ...

The Hill - 5d

Accused Highland Park shooter pleads guilty

The accused gunman Robert Crimo III entered a guilty plea just before his trial was slated to begin today. Crimo faces 69 counts of murder from the July 2022 mass shooting in Highland Park, ...

NBC News - 2d

FA accuses Slot of expletive-filled rant at ref

Arne Slot allegedly told referee Michael Oliver "if we don't win the league, I'll f---ing blame you," in the aftermath of Liverpool's draw with Everton last month.

ESPN - 1d

The Tesla Takedown Has Begun. A National Protest Movement Seeks to Strike a Blow to Elon Musk’s Net Worth

As DOGE barrels through D.C., Americans on the ground are starting to mobilize outside Tesla dealerships.

Inc. - Feb. 19

Chargers, defensive back Elijah Molden agree to three-year extension worth $18 million, per reports

After being acquired in a trade from the Titans, Molden had a career year with the Chargers

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

DOGE Put Him in the Treasury Department. His Company Has Federal Contracts Worth Millions

Experts say the conflicts posed by Tom Krause’s dual roles are unprecedented in the modern era.

Wired - Feb. 21

We know so little about taking weight-loss drugs without prescription – is it really worth it? | Devi Sridhar

Studies show that they’re effective for overweight people, but if you’re healthy, there are less risky ways to lose weight. When I’ve been in the gym over the past few months, one of the things ...

The Guardian - Feb. 25

Bills signing Khalil Shakir to four-year extension: Buffalo WR getting reported deal worth up to $60.2M

Shakir cashes in after a career campaign

CBS Sports - Feb. 25

Trump says a minerals deal with Ukraine is worth billions. It might not be as valuable as he hopes

Analysts questions the size of Ukraine's natural resources deposits, how accessible they are and easy to extract, and the ultimate value of a potential deal.

CNBC - 6d

Homeowners can get a tax break worth thousands of dollars—see if you're eligible

For a median-sized loan, some homeowners could claim over $20,000 in tax deductions when filing this year.

CNBC - 6d

What’s worth streaming in March 2025: ‘Daredevil,’ John Mulaney, March Madness and more

‘The Righteous Gemstones’ returns to Max, Disney revives ‘Daredevil’ and Apple reloads its lineup

MarketWatch - 3d

Florida thief swallows $770K worth of Tiffany earrings before arrest, police say

A Florida jewelry thief swiped more than $700,000 in earrings last week and then swallowed the evidence hours before he was arrested for "what's in my stomach," officials said Wednesday.

NBC News - 1d

Eagles re-signing Zack Baun to three-year deal worth reported $51 million after All-Pro season

The Eagles are bringing back key contributor to their top-ranked defense

CBS Sports - 22h

It Costs the Mint Nearly 4 Cents to Make a Penny. But for Souvenir Sellers, Pennies Are Worth Dollars.

Trump thinks pennies are a bad deal and unnecessary. But to a group of businesses that rely on them, the penny is precious.

Inc. - 1h

Being a New Man in the Trump Era

The election seemed to mark a backlash to changing gender roles. But Trump-voting men say that’s not necessarily what they want, a survey and interviews suggest.

The New York Times - 4d

Man jailed for murdering son's girlfriend

A 50-year-old man is sentenced to life imprisonment and will spend at least 20 years in jail.

BBC News - 3d

Body found in search for missing man

The 26-year-old had not been seen since leaving a nightclub in the early hours of Friday morning.

BBC News - 2d

Joann to shutter all 800 fabric stores after failing to find a buyer to save its locations

Fabrics outlet Joann will shutter all of its approximately 800 locations after failing to find a buyer who would keep its stores open.

NBC News - Feb. 24

New Hampshire woman contaminated grocery store items with urine for years, police say

A New Hampshire woman was arrested on Friday for allegedly contaminating items at a grocery store with her urine over the course of several years and posting videos of it online, police said.

NBC News - Feb. 25

Bulldog puppy stolen in fake seizure heist is found and returned to Colorado pet store

A good Samaritan returned one of the two bulldog puppies stolen last week from a Denver-area pet store in a brazen heist caught on camera, authorities said Tuesday.

NBC News - Feb. 25

New York padlocks 207 illegal pot stores as licensed sellers gain traction

State gears up actions against illicit cannabis stores with the total count of legal shops in N.Y. now at 307.

MarketWatch - Feb. 26

Yum Brands reveals Taco Bell growth target as its same-store sales shine

Taco Bell’s same-store sales are expected to rise 8% in the first quarter.

MarketWatch - 1d

Ross Stores warns of ‘heightened volatility,’ but says it’s too early to gauge impact of this Trump policy

Shares of Ross Stores Inc. fell after hours on Tuesday after the discount retailer forecast the possibility of weaker same-store sales this year, following slowing trends over recent weeks as harsh ...

MarketWatch - 1d

Early current-quarter App Store data is promising for Apple's key growth business

Bank of America said its estimates of 13% full-year revenue growth for Apple's services unit could "end up as conservative if App Store strength persists."

CNBC - 7h

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