Delta Air Lines will launch its first-ever nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Manila (MNL) on March 28, 2027. This new route makes Delta the only U.S. carrier to provide direct flights on this corridor, utilizing Airbus A350-900 aircraft to connect Southern California to the Philippines. Service will begin with three flights … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood is currently addressing noise complaints from Toluca Lake residents regarding early test runs of its upcoming “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” roller coaster. The 4,100-foot outdoor attraction, which features high-speed 360-degree drifting technology, has generated significant acoustic disruption during recent employee preview tests, prompting the park to implement structural sound mitigation strategies … Read more
Firearms and ammunition seized by police in Cape Town during April remain stored in station evidence rooms instead of undergoing mandatory forensic analysis, according to Ian Cameron, DA MP and chairperson of the National Portfolio Committee on Police. The failure to transfer these items—which include zip guns and weapons with serial numbers removed—to the Forensic … Read more
China’s foreign ministry has formally demanded that European nations cease their criticism regarding the South China Sea, warning that continued involvement could jeopardize bilateral trade and diplomatic cooperation. The warning follows a joint statement by several European countries—supported by the European Union—which declared that China’s extensive maritime claims in the region lack a legal basis. … Read more
Two concertgoers were filmed in a physical altercation during a Hilary Duff performance at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, on Thursday, July 9. The incident, which occurred during the singer’s “Lucky Me” tour, involved two individuals pulling each other’s hair before a bystander in a black t-shirt intervened to separate them. No injuries or … Read more
SoftBank Corp and mobile payments operator PayPay are in preliminary talks to invest several hundred billion yen into retail giant Seven & i Holdings, according to a report by Bloomberg News. The potential deal may also include a stake from Sumitomo Mitsui Card, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, though none of the involved … Read more
Los Angeles County health officials have issued bacteria warnings for several popular beaches as rising temperatures draw crowds to the Southern California coast. The advisories, triggered by elevated levels of bacteria associated with fecal contamination, caution that swimming near specific storm drains and runoff areas may increase the risk of gastrointestinal issues, skin irritation, and … Read more
Public health officials in Los Angeles County have issued water quality warnings for seven popular beaches while simultaneously bracing for an intensifying heatwave that is expected to push temperatures as high as 112 degrees next week. According to the National Weather Service and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, residents face a dual-threat … Read more
Major U.S. technology companies are increasing their presence at the Calgary Stampede as the province of Alberta actively courts hyperscale data center investments. Alphabet’s Google, Meta, and Amazon have engaged in meetings and events at the annual energy gathering, signaling a shift in the province’s industrial focus toward digital infrastructure, according to industry sources. Why … Read more
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg recorded a perfect shooting performance in his California Classic debut on July 3, 2026, scoring 19 points on 6-for-6 shooting from the field. According to the team, the No. 11 draft pick converted all four of his 3-point attempts during the 22-minute appearance at Chase Center in San Francisco. … Read more