Nationwide protests in Iran, sparked by a severe economic crisis, have led to at least 29 deaths and over 1,200 arrests. We explain the causes, scale, and international response to the most significant unrest in decades.
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies authorising a viral GoFundMe to pay $60k in back rent, calling the campaign 'humiliating'. Read his explosive reaction and the details of the LA eviction case.
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles rental property over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a dramatic physical transformation. Read the full story.
In the heart of LA's Koreatown, a new generation is reviving cowboy poetry. Discover how millennials are preserving this 150-year-old tradition, blending authenticity with modern appeal.
The son of a British woman jailed in Iran accuses the government of a 'criminal' passive response. Lindsay and Craig Foreman have been held for a year on espionage charges.
The son of a British woman jailed in Iran has slammed the UK's 'passive' response as 'criminal'. Lindsay and Craig Foreman have been held for a year on espionage charges.
Four sisters from Watts, Los Angeles, have spent ten years running a vital non-profit, tackling food poverty and social exclusion. Discover their inspiring community work.
Elon Musk's futuristic Tesla Diner in Los Angeles has lost its novelty, with crowds disappearing and the head chef departing. Discover the rise and fall of this branded venture.
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles home over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a controversial stint on Celebrity Big Brother. Read the full story.
Protests over Iran's economic crisis turn deadly, with multiple fatalities reported. The unrest, sparked by soaring inflation, has spread nationwide. Read the latest developments.
Donald Trump has backed down from deploying federal troops in Democratic-run cities after legal setbacks. Read the full analysis of this political climbdown.
Iranians took to the streets on 31 December 2025 as economic hardship and social restrictions intensified. Read our full report on the growing unrest.
Protests over Iran's plummeting currency and soaring inflation enter a fourth day, with demonstrators attempting to storm a government building. Authorities offer dialogue as economic pressure mounts.
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi calls for a diplomatic reset with the US, arguing that uncritical support for Israel is a liability. He urges President Trump to seize a 'brief window' for peace.
A federal judge has thrown out an indictment against a Los Angeles TikTok creator shot by an immigration agent, citing constitutional violations. Read the full story.
The Houston Texans secured a third straight playoff appearance for the first time ever, defeating the LA Chargers 20-16. Rookie CJ Stroud's two long TDs proved decisive. Read the full match report.
Southern California faces a massive clean-up after its wettest Christmas in history, causing hundreds of crashes and mudslides. Read the latest on the emergency response and ongoing flood risks.
California's brutal Christmas storms, the wettest in 54 years for LA, caused mudslides, flooding, and avalanche threats. See the latest on the damage and response.
Los Angeles's film industry faces a crisis after strikes, tech shifts, and runaway production. Can new incentives and adaptation secure its future? Explore the data and insider views.
A deadly atmospheric river storm has claimed a third life in Southern California, causing severe flooding, mudslides, and widespread disruption. Governor Newsom declares a state of emergency.
Southern California faces its wettest Christmas in years with up to 8 inches of rain, prompting evacuation warnings and a state of emergency. Stay informed on the latest storm impacts.
Official death certificates for Rob and Michele Reiner reveal new, harrowing details about the December 2025 attack. Discover the confirmed causes of death and the ongoing investigation.
Newly released death certificates for filmmaker Rob Reiner and wife Michele detail the 'sharp force injuries' from a knife that killed them within minutes. Their son Nick faces murder charges.
Vince Zampella, co-founder of Infinity Ward and Respawn Entertainment, has died in a car accident in Los Angeles. The industry pays tribute to the visionary behind Call of Duty and Battlefield.
Video game mogul Vince Zampella, creator of Call of Duty, has died in a Ferrari crash on a Los Angeles mountain road. The 55-year-old was a pivotal figure in gaming.
Victoria Police have been granted new powers to ban protests for up to a month, following the Bondi terror attack. The laws will be in effect for the Boxing Day Test. Read the full details.
James Ransone, known for roles in The Wire and It Chapter Two, has died in Los Angeles aged 46. The medical examiner confirmed his death as suicide.
The son of a British woman detained in Iran reveals the 'dire' prison conditions she and her husband face, including rats and malnutrition. He urges the UK government to act. Read the full story.
A powerful public art installation in downtown Los Angeles projects billboard-sized portraits asking 'Am I Next?' in response to aggressive immigration enforcement. Discover how the city is fighting back.
The Seattle Seahawks mounted a stunning 16-point fourth-quarter comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, 36-30, clinching a playoff spot and taking the NFC West lead. Read the full dramatic recap.