Politics | From CNN

Roosevelt Hotel in New York to close after nearly 100 years due to the coronavirus pandemic

The Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan cites the coronavirus pandemic and slowdown in the hospitality industry as reasons for the closure.

Politics | From CNN

KFC suspends its 'finger lickin' good' slogan because of coronavirus - CNN

Kentucky Fried Chicken has decided to pause using its "finger lickin' good" slogan because ... well, that's probably not the best idea right now.

Politics | From CNN

Opinion: Michelle Obama goes where no former first lady ever has - CNN

What Michelle Obama did at the Democratic National Convention Monday night has forever changed the way that former first ladies will use their tremendous influence during campaigns, writes Kate Andersen Brower

Politics | From CNN

California coronavirus: Crowds packed beaches despite shelter in place order

People descended on California beaches, hiking trails and parks over the weekend in open defiance of a state order to shelter in place and avoid close contact with others.

Politics | From CNN

Biden Leads in Tight Texas Race

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Politics | From the HuffPost

'Mass Murder': Trump's Coronavirus Confession Is Already Being Used In Attack Ads | HuffPost

New videos hit the president for saying he asked his advisers to slow testing for coronavirus.

Politics | From the HuffPost

The Heartbreak Of Elizabeth Warren | HuffPost

As the senator exits the 2020 presidential race, her supporters wonder if they’ll ever see a woman president.

Politics | From the HuffPost

Ocasio-Cortez's Clapback At Ted Cruz's Croissant Tweet Exposes GOP's Hypocrisy | HuffPost

The New York congresswoman told the Texas senator the GOP's policies treat people as disposable.

Politics | From the HuffPost

Elizabeth Warren Suggests Trump May Be In Prison By 2020 | HuffPost

“By the time we get to 2020, Donald Trump may not even be president. In fact, he may not even be a free person,” she said to applause.

Politics | From the HuffPost

Donald Trump Says You Need A Picture ID To Buy Groceries In America | HuffPost

The president made the comment while pushing for voter ID laws at a Florida rally.

Politics | Other Politics

Arizona judge suspends Republican vote 'audit' being conducted by Cyber Ninjas, a Florida company led by a pro-Trump conspiracy theorist

Democrats sued to stop the audit, noting it is being conducted by a firm, Cyber Ninjas, whose founder promoted pro-Trump conspiracy theories.

Politics | Other Politics

NYC axes all contracts with Trump as business backlash snowballs

The inescapable images and arrests of Capitol breachers and hardcore Trump rioters have scarred some of the president's most lucrative relationships — and deals.

Politics | Other Politics

Uber and Lyft lose appeal, ordered again to classify drivers as employees

But the ruling won’t go into effect until after voters decide on Prop 22.

Politics | Other Politics

Next presidential debate will be remote due to COVID-19 safety concerns

The moderator and town hall participants will be in Miami, but President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden will participate remotely.

Politics | Other Politics

Biden campaign faces questions about whether he should skip next debates - POLITICO

The campaign insisted he would participate in the final two, but some Democrats said he should demand rule changes.

Miscellaneous | Other Interesting Stories

McDonald’s French Fries May Cure Baldness

The oil used to cook the fast food fries may hold the cure for baldness.

Miscellaneous | Other Interesting Stories

7 awkward situations people didn't have to worry about 30 years ago

Awkward moments are a given if you're a human being who works, dates, and has friends. But some of the most awkward situations possible have to do with digital technology and would have been unimaginable to previous generations.

Miscellaneous | Other Interesting Stories

The Secret to Winning HQ Trivia, According to Host Scott Rogowsky

Listen up, HQties.

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Roy Moore Retires From Politics To Spend More Quality Time With Someone's Kid

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The 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America, According to OpenTable

OpenTable released their list of the 100 most scenic restaurants in America.

Food & Drink | LA Spots

Inside El Cholo: How the old-school Mexican restaurant thrived in LA for almost a century

Eighty-seven-year-old Ron Salisbury is the keeper of tortilla culture in Southern California by both pedigree and life experience.

Food & Drink | LA Spots

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti warns of possible new stay-at-home order

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is warning of another set of stay-at-home orders if COVID-19 hospitalization and infection rates continue to rise.

Food & Drink | LA Spots

The 16 Hottest Restaurants in LA Right Now, November 2019

Where to eat right now in the City of Angels

Food & Drink | LA Spots

The 15 Hottest Brunch Spots in Los Angeles, March 2019

Bacon, eggs benedict, bagels, and fried chicken — because why not

Food & Drink | LA Spots

Moody Chinatown Speakeasy Songbird Cafe Serves Coffee by Day, Cocktails by Night - Eater LA

Songbird offers coffee, cocktails, and live music to Chinatown denizens

Sports | Sports

Twins’ Josh Donaldson says pitchers are cheating – and he's got proof

Three-time All-Star and 2015 AL MVP Josh Donaldson is in year two of a four-year deal worth $92 million with the Minnesota Twins. In just over a year with the club, Donaldson is slashing just .225/.343/.422, for an OPS of .765 with Minnesota — a far cry f

Sports | Sports

Lakers' LeBron James out indefinitely with high right ankle sprain

The loss of LeBron James to a high right ankle sprain leaves the Lakers in a tough position. They already have been without Anthony Davis for 14 games.

Sports | Sports

Tiger Woods breaks silence after crash

The golf legend tweeted a message of love after fellow golfers took to the final round of the WGC-Workday Championship wearing red polo shirts as a tribute to the star athlete.

Sports | Sports

Dodgers: The Best of Tommy Lasorda! 8 Most Memorable Moments!

The legendary Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Thomas Charles Lasorda won 1,599 regular season games, eight division titles, four league pennants, and two World Series championships as a Dodgers manager from […] More

Sports | Sports

Exploring the Meanings Behind Soccer Club Crests

Why is there a red devil in Man United's crest? How did a shamrock wind up in the center of a Greek power's badge? We take a close look and explain.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

The 15 best day trips from Los Angeles

Make the most of your day off with these easy, affordable and quick day trips from Los Angeles to SoCal beaches, wineries, ranches and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

California's reopening day has arrived. Here's everything that changes in Los Angeles.

No more social distancing, no more capacity limits and no more masks (mostly).

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

LA's Staples Center Reopening: Behind the Pandemic Safety Precautions

The Staples Center in Los Angeles will become the first California arena to reopen tonight, ending a COVID-19 closure that dragged on for 400 days.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

The Arclight Closed: Why Losing This Tiny Theater Chain Means So Much | IndieWire

The 18 Arclight and Pacific theaters represented about 100 screens — and the belief that they were too important to fail.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

As LA Eases Restrictions, the City’s Beloved Dive Bars Begin to Plan for Reopening - Eater LA

As the county plans to move into the less restrictive orange tier, some of LA’s most popular drinking dens could once again serve alcohol on-site

They can reopen, but only outdoors. What good does that do for dive bars?

News | In The News

San Francisco won't follow LA County's lead, but could update mask guidance

Hours before LA County officials reinstated its mask mandate, San Francisco Mayor London Breed stopped short of saying the city would also bring back its own. But new guidance could be issued in the coming days.

News | In The News

Bill Cosby released after assault conviction overturned by Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Pennsylvania high court vacates Bill Cosby's conviction, orders him freed from prison

News | In The News

How California's DMV is making it easier to get a REAL ID

At a DMV service window, it should take less than 10 minutes to complete the REAL ID...

News | In The News

L.A. County continues to report progress in coronavirus fight

Encouraging statistics have buoyed hopes that authorities can vaccinate enough people at a sufficient speed to head off a potential variant-driven surge.

News | In The News

CSU, University of California systems jointly announce requirements that all students, staff returning for on-campus classes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

The requirement, however, will not take effect until one or more of the COVID vaccines receives full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Entertainment | Entertainment

Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' Novel Will Explore Cliff Backstory

Quentin Tarantino says his new book, a novelization of "Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood" will include Cliff Booth's backstory.

Entertainment | Entertainment

Looks like Disney has made a 'real' lighstaber and this is how it works

Disney has made many a fans dream come true by creating its very own lightsaber. The weapon of choice for Jedis has had many a toy replica, but a new patent...

Entertainment | Entertainment

The CW’s Superman & Lois finds a new way to solve The Superman Problem

Are Superman stories boring? In the Arrowverse’s latest superhero show, Superman’s kids certainly think so. Superman & Lois returns Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch to their roles as Clark Kent and Lois Lane, and finds them dealing with teenage sons j

Entertainment | Entertainment

Art House Movie Theaters Fight On Amid Pandemic | Hollywood Reporter

While some independent movie houses have closed indefinitely, others persevere with a mix of drive-ins, virtual screenings and concession sales as they apply for long-awaited federal relief.

Entertainment | Entertainment

Quentin Tarantino is Releasing a 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood' Novel

Arguably one of the most iconic directors of the last fifty years has just signed a two-book deal with HarperCollins. Quentin Tarantino’s love letter to the golden age of cinema Once Upon A Time In Hollywood will hit bookshelves next summer before another

News | Health Care

Appeals courts differ on Obamacare; Supreme Court case likely

The battle over Obamacare took a dramatic turn, with two federal appeals courts handing down opposite rulings.

This is unfortunate. I was hoping that they would throw the whole thing out. We need Obamacare!

News | Health Care

Supreme Court Exempts Religious Companies From Obamacare Contraceptive Mandate

By a 5-4 vote in the case of Sebelius v. Hobby Lobby Stores, the Supreme Court ruled this morning that the federal government cannot require

News | Health Care

Obamacare’s Enrollment Figures Just Got Even Better

At least 8 million people have signed up for health insurance through Obamacare, President Obama announced this afternoon in what amounted to his second ACA-themed victory lap at the White House this month. The total number of enrollees has been serving l

News | Health Care

Obamacare Is On a Winning Streak

Strong enrollment and falling costs are giving the White House a lot of positive headlines.

News | Health Care

Four Charts On How Health Care Has Changed Since 'Mad Men'

News | Clean Energy

Scientists Finally Uncovered a Major Efficiency Flaw Holding Back Solar Cells

Perovskite has a lot going for it in our search for a cheap, efficient way to harvest solar energy. With a dusting of organic molecules, these crystalline structures have been able to convert more than a quarter of the light falling onto them into

News | Clean Energy

Futuristic Solar Plants Plagued by Glitches, Poor Training - Scientific American

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

News | Clean Energy

After 40 Years of Hunting, Scientists Identify a Key Flaw in Solar Panel Efficiency

Solar panels are fantastic pieces of technology, but we need to work out how to make them even more efficient – and last year, scientists solved a 40-year-old mystery around one of the key obstacles to increased efficiency.

News | Clean Energy

The Hydrogen Economy Is Within Grasp And Progressive Energy Companies Know It

The hydrogen economy is within grasp — the type of progress that can rollback the effects of climate change. The goal is to produce hydrogen from a carbon-free source and in doing so, displaces fossil fuels.

News | Clean Energy

Thermal Battery Could Power Solar Systems Overnight - Geek

Solar power’s whole MO is converting sunlight into electricity—so nighttime use is usually out of the question. Or is it? Researchers from Curtin University in Australia are developing a thermal battery that would …

Food & Drink | Food

LaCroix, Bai and beyond: Are fruit-flavored waters good for you?

We break down what's really in these trendy, enhanced beverages.

Food & Drink | Food

The best and worst foods for you at Trader Joe's

It's easy to be fooled by Trader Joe's packaging into thinking you're buying something healthy. This handy shopping guide will help you choose the best items.

Food & Drink | Food

How to eat out if you're vegan | Life and style | The Guardian

Which are the best cuisines for vegans? Our chefs and writers’ tips on what to order, what to avoid and what to ask. Plus, the best vegan-friendly restaurants around the country and where to eat on the high street