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Pet hotel safety alert: Wag Hotels pays $150K for neglect

A pet hotel chain with facilities in the Bay Area and Southern California will pay $150,000 to settle allegations that it mistreated animals and failed to report dog bites as required by law. Wag Hotels, which operates day care and boarding facilities, faced a consumer protection lawsuit filed in August by district attorneys from San Francisco, San Mateo County, and Santa Clara County. The complaint alleged the business neglected pets in its care, according to officials. The lawsuit followed a San Francisco Chronicle investigation that uncovered allegations of inadequate animal care and

America’s grid is under strain — can rooftop solar panels be the solution?

Migrant student success programs halted, leaving futures in limbo

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Itchy skin? Try this instead of scratching

Scientists have found that rubbing or gently stroking itchy skin provides better relief than scratching, according to recent research that could change how people respond to this common irritation. A 2020 study led by Tasuku Akiyama, an associate professor of dermatology and cutaneous surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, demonstrated that stroking the skin of mice prevented itch signals from reaching the brain. The research showed that stroking sent a counter-signal that inhibited the uncomfortable sensation. "Once you start scratching, sometimes you can’t sto

Lights, camera, Newport! Film festival returns for its 26th year

Anxiety grows among residents still unsure of post fire contamination risks

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Why everyone is talking about retinol — and you should too

Retinol, a vitamin A-based compound, has emerged as one of the most versatile ingredients in skincare, offering benefits that range from reducing acne to minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. New York-based dermatologist Rachel Nazarian describes retinol as a "multitasking superhero" supported by decades of scientific research. The ingredient works by accelerating cell turnover to reveal smoother skin beneath the surface, which can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles while enhancing collagen and elastin production. While many associate retinol with anti-aging, Nazarian recommends it to

Tourist arrivals plunge in Los Angeles after wildfires, raids, and tariffs

Newsom navigates political pressure with major climate and energy reforms

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The historic firsts of Tuesday’s elections

Several candidates made history during Tuesday’s elections in races in Virginia, New Jersey, New York and Michigan. Here’s a list of the newly elected state and local candidates who ran historic campaigns:Abigail SpanbergerFormer US Rep. Abigail Spanberger will be Virginia’s first female governor. The former CIA officer was first elected to Congress in 2018, when she flipped control of a longtime Republican-held seat. She defeated Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, who would have been the first Black female governor in US history.Mikie SherrillUS Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy helicopter

Mamdani to Trump: 'Turn the volume up'

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani wasted no time calling out President Donald Trump, formally kicking off the battle that will likely define relations between the 34-year-old mayor and the president whose celebrity is tied to the city."Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching, I have four words for you: turn the volume up!" Mamdani, a Democrat, said during a Tuesday night speech to a raucous crowd of supporters shortly after being declared the victor.Democrats swept a trio of races on Tuesday in the first major elections since Trump returned to power nine months ago, elevating a new

2 New Jersey men arrested in terror plot probe on heels of Michigan arrests, sources say

What to know about the Supreme Court arguments over Trump's tariffs

US Supreme Court casts doubt on legality of Trump's global tariffs

U.S. Supreme Court justices raised doubts on Wednesday over the legality of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs in a case with implications for the global economy that marks a major test of Trump's powers.Conservative and liberal justices alike sharply questioned the lawyer representing Trump's administration about whether a 1977 law meant for use during national emergencies gave Trump the power he claimed to impose tariffs or whether the Republican president had intruded on the powers of Congress.But some of the conservative justices also stressed the inherent authority of presidents in

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Democrat Mikie Sherrill wins New Jersey governor’s race

Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill won the race for governor in New Jersey, maintaining Democratic control of the seat one year after the state showed signs of shifting toward President Donald Trump.Sherrill, who will be the first female Democratic governor in the state’s history, defeated Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli, a former state assemblyman and Trump ally making his third run for governor. She is set to follow the term-limited Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy, marking the first time a party has held the governor’s office in New Jersey for more than two full consecutive terms in the last

Conservative Supreme Court justices appear skeptical of Trump’s sweeping unilateral tariffs

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Israel receives body said to be deceased hostage while gathering intel on longest-held remains

Israel has received a body said to be of another deceased hostage from Gaza as it gathers intelligence on the location of the longest-held remains, according to two Israeli sources.Hamas transferred what it said were the remains of a deceased hostage to Israel via the Red Cross on Wednesday night, marking the third such transfer this week. The remains will be taken to the national forensics lab for identification. If confirmed, that would leave the bodies of six deceased hostages remainingin Gaza.On Tuesday evening, the body of Itay Chen, the last Israeli-American citizen held in Gaza, were re

11 dead after engine fell off UPS plane that crashed and exploded in Kentucky

A UPS cargo plane’s left wing caught fire and an engine fell off just before it crashed and exploded after takeoff in Kentucky, a federal official said Wednesday, offering the first investigative details about a disaster that killed at least 11 people, including a child. First responders, meanwhile, searched for more victims, a day after the crash at UPS Worldport, the company’s global aviation hub in Louisville, though Gov. Andy Beshear said finding survivors seemed unlikely. The inferno consumed the enormous aircraft and spread to nearby businesses. After bei

Oldest and biggest Maya temple was built to depict the cosmos

New film 'Nuremberg' highlights psychiatrist who analyzed Hermann Göring

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Tennis great Venus Williams plans to start 33rd straight pro season in Auckland in January

Tennis great Venus Williams plans to play for a 33rd straight season on the WTA Tour, starting in Auckland in January. Organizers of the ASB Classic in New Zealand said Wednesday that the 45-year-old Williams would feature at their Jan. 5-11 event. It suggests the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion is preparing for the Australian Open later that month, a tournament she has twice lost in the final. Williams made her pro tournament debut in 1994 in Oakland, California and has played at least two WTA events in each season since, the tour said.

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Mamdani's historic win as New York City's mayor sparks excitement and hope among many US Muslims

Zohran Mamdani’s historic election as New York City’s first Muslim mayor has sparked excitement and hope among American Muslims. Many are relieved and proud that anti-Muslim vitriol directed at Mamdani during the campaign didn't discourage New Yorkers from voting for him. “For the first time in a very long time I feel hope — as a Muslim, as a Democrat, as an American, as an immigrant,” said Bukhtawar Waqas, who literally jumped for joy and called her father to celebrate. She said she attended Mamdani’s victory speech and w

Inter Miami's Luis Suárez suspended for decisive MLS playoff match against Nashville

Venezuela’s Maduro, fearing US attack, promotes app to report suspect behavior

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Hear key question from Chief Justice John Roberts about Trump's tariffs

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Takeaways from Trump’s rocky Supreme Court arguments over global tariffs

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Starbucks' union workers plan strike next week unless company agrees to a contract

Starbucks’ union members have voted to strike at U.S. stores next week unless the company finalizes a contract agreement

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The vote that could make Elon Musk the first trillionaire – or prompt him to leave Tesla

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Zohran Mamdani announces an all-female leadership team for his transition including former FTC Chair Lina Khan

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Groping of Mexico's president puts violence against women in spotlight

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday she filed a complaint against a man who groped her and tried to kiss her as she walked between

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Conservative Supreme Court justices appear skeptical of Trump’s sweeping unilateral tariffs

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FIFA announces new peace prize to be awarded at World Cup draw in Washington

FIFA has announced the creation of a peace prize, which it plans to award for the first time at the World Cup draw on Dec. 5 in Washington

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Why UPS was still flying the 34-year-old MD-11 plane that crashed

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Mamdani announces veteran transition team as he makes plans to carry out an ambitious agenda for NYC

Fresh off his historic victory in New York City’s mayoral election, Zohran Mamdani named a slate of seasoned officials to help lead his transition to City Hall