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Politicians quietly bankroll influencers as paid political endorsements surge online
Social media influencers have become a major target for political campaigns and groups looking to push their agendas without revealing the source of their funding.
YouTube, TikTok, Snap settle social media addiction case
YouTube, TikTok, and Snap have settled a case related to social media addiction.
New $1 coin honors Steve Jobs and Apple's innovation era
The United States Mint is set to release a special $1 coin in 2026, honoring the legacy of former Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
Why Meta has been sued by a California county
California's Santa Clara County has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram.
California ex-mayor admits to acting as agent of China
Eileen Wang, the former mayor of Arcadia, California, has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the People's Republic of China (PRC).
GM to pay $12.75M for selling driving data of Californians
General Motors (GM) has agreed to a $12.75 million settlement over allegations of illegally selling the location and driving behavior data of hundreds of thousands of Californians.
Man arrested for shooting outside Chris Brown's LA home
A shooting incident outside the Los Angeles home of singer Chris Brown has resulted in the arrest of a 35-year-old man, reported USA Today.
Britney Spears charged with DUI following erratic driving arrest
Pop icon Britney Spears has been charged with a misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs in California.
Disneyland in California now scans your face for entry
Disneyland in California has started using facial recognition technology at select entrance lanes.
White House dinner shooting aftermath: 'Wine Gate' controversy explained
The recent White House Correspondents' Association dinner was marred by a shooting incident, leaving attendees in shock.
You can buy this home in exchange of Anthropic shares
A unique property in Mill Valley, California, is on the market with an unusual condition.
Air India flight makes precautionary landing in Bhopal, passengers safe
An Air India flight from Mumbai to Bhopal made a precautionary landing on Sunday due to a suspected technical issue.
'Want to throw up': Correspondents' Dinner shooter hints at regret
The alleged shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where United States President Donald Trump was present along with key administration officials, has been identified as Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old tutor and amateur video game developer from California. He was taken into custody after the incident.
Shooter at White House dinner 'very sick,' had multiple weapons
United States President Donald Trump on Sunday said the shooter who opened fire at the White House press dinner was "very sick" and carried multiple weapons.
Murder case: D4vd's team pushes for public release of evidence
The legal team of singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, is demanding that prosecutors publicly present their evidence against him in the murder case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Trump reposts letter calling India, China 'hellholes' over birthright citizenship
United States President Donald Trump has shared a letter by radio host Michael Savage, which referred to countries like India and China as "hellholes" to criticize birthright citizenship.
Is Amazon making shopping unaffordable on other websites?
California's Attorney General Rob Bonta has accused Amazon of engaging in a widespread price-fixing scheme.
Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to 14-year-old girl's murder
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and continuous sexual abuse charges. The charges are related to the dismembered killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez last year.
Mindy Cohn reveals she has again been diagnosed with cancer
Mindy Cohn, the renowned actor from The Facts of Life, has revealed that she has been battling cancer for the second time.
Trump orders FBI probe into deaths, disappearances of space scientists
United States President Donald Trump has ordered an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) into a series of deaths and disappearances of scientists, researchers, a contractor, a retired Air Force general, and lab staff/former staff linked to sensitive nuclear and space programs.
Tech, media layoffs surge as companies chase AI-driven restructuring
The past two weeks have witnessed a fresh wave of layoffs in the tech and media industry.
SpaceX launches 2 batches of Starlink satellites within 20 hours
SpaceX has successfully launched two batches of its Starlink satellites within a span of 20 hours.
Britney Spears voluntarily enters rehab amid DUI case
Pop icon Britney Spears (44) has voluntarily entered a treatment facility in the United States, her representatives confirmed to Page Six on Sunday (local time).
Samsung is giving last chance to buy its tri-fold phone
Samsung is bringing back the Galaxy Z TriFold, but this could be your last chance to get your hands on the innovative triple-folding phone.
Your pet's medical care gets easy, thanks to AI
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing animal healthcare by enabling early disease detection, personalized treatment plans, and predictive monitoring.
Sean Preston adopts Britney Spears's surname on social media
In a significant move, Sean Preston, the eldest son of pop icon Britney Spears, has changed his Instagram handle to include his mother's last name.
Perplexity AI sued over alleged data sharing with Meta, Google
Perplexity, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) search platform, has been slapped with a proposed class-action lawsuit in the US.
'Twilight' star Taylor Lautner announces pregnancy with wife, Tay Lautner
Hollywood actor Taylor Lautner (34) and his wife Tay (29) are expecting their first child together.
Bill Cosby ordered to pay $19 million to rape accuser
Bill Cosby, the disgraced comedian and actor, has been ordered by a California jury to pay over $19 million in damages to his rape accuser, Donna Motsinger.
Watch: Humanoid robot goes rogue at California restaurant, smashes plates
A humanoid robot appeared to go rogue and created chaos at a Haidilao hot pot restaurant in California.
Google's Sergey Brin spends $45M to fight California's billionaire tax
Google co-founder Sergey Brin has further bolstered his financial support against a proposed wealth tax in California.
Uber co-founder joins growing billionaire exodus from California
Travis Kalanick, the billionaire co-founder of Uber, has announced his move from California to Texas.
Meghan Markle joins Sydney women's retreat; entry begins at ₹1.8L
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, will be the star attraction at a three-day women's retreat in Sydney, Australia.
Britney Spears's DUI arrest mugshot won't be made public
Pop icon Britney Spears's mugshot will not be made public following her recent DUI arrest, reported TMZ.
Britney Spears 'devastated' over DUI arrest, fears jail time
Pop icon Britney Spears is "devastated" and fearing jail time following her recent DUI arrest, according to Page Six.
Britney Spears arrested for DUI, representative calls it 'inexcusable'
Pop icon Britney Spears (44) was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) on Wednesday night (local time) in Ventura County, California.
US tests 'doomsday' missile as war in Iran rages
The United States conducted a test launch of its nuclear-capable Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Tuesday night.
Who is Frank Yeary, Intel board chair departing after 17-years
Frank Yeary, the long-serving board Chair of Intel, has announced his retirement.
US singer D4vd 'target' in teen's murder investigation
American singer D4vd, born David Anthony Burke, has reportedly been named a "target" in a grand jury probe concerning the alleged killing of a 14-year-old girl.
Former child actor Zachery Ty Bryan sentenced to prison
Zachery Ty Bryan, the former child star of Home Improvement, has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for driving under the influence (DUI).
Who is El Mencho's daughter Jessica Johanna Oseguera Gonzalez
The death of Mexican drug lord El Mencho has raised questions about who will take over the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
To know more about human nature, read these books
Oprah Winfrey's book club has been a beacon for readers, introducing them to some of the most insightful classics.
Hugh Hefner's widow demands investigation into late husband's foundation
Crystal Hefner, the widow of Playboy magazine founder Hugh Hefner, has called for an investigation into her late husband's foundation
US: Missing Indian student found dead after 6 days
Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old Indian postgraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley, has been found dead.
If outdoor art installations intrigue you, consider skipping these
The United States is home to a number of outdoor art installations that draw millions of visitors every year.
'March for Billionaires' in San Francisco was a bust
A "March for Billionaires" in San Francisco on Saturday drew a small crowd of around three dozen, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
US lawmaker claims Dallas malls feel like Pakistan, sparks outrage
Republican Congressman Brandon Gill has sparked a controversy with his remarks on the alleged "Islamisation" of parts of Texas.
'March for billionaires' to be held in San Francisco today
Derik Kaufmann, the founder of AI start-up RunRL, is organizing a "March for Billionaires" in San Francisco.
Badshah to become 1st Indian rapper in NBA All-Star game
Indian hip-hop star Badshah has been confirmed for the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game 2026, becoming the first Indian rapper to participate in the event.
California's Coachella Valley experiences 150 seismic disturbances in 24 hours
Southern California has been rocked by a series of earthquakes, with the Coachella Valley alone recording over 150 tremors in less than 24 hours.
These national parks in the US are totally skippable
The United States is home to some of the most iconic national parks, drawing millions of visitors every year.
'Nobody willing to use public transport': Shivakumar's remarks trigger debate
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sparked a fresh debate on the city's traffic woes.
Why Silicon Valley billionaires are thinking about fleeing California
Silicon Valley billionaires are considering leaving California, but it's not just the 5% wealth tax rate that's driving them away.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs sells private jet after federal conviction
Sean "Diddy" Combs, the 56-year-old media mogul, has reportedly sold his Gulfstream G550 private jet just three months after being convicted on two prostitution-related charges.
Zoho's Sridhar Vembu to deposit $1.7B bond in divorce case
Sridhar Vembu, the tech billionaire and co-founder of software products company Zoho Corporation, has been ordered by a California court to post a bond of $1.7 billion in his ongoing divorce proceedings.