Singapore’s Lee Hsien Loong says he will step down as early as next year | Politics News
Singaporean leader says he will hand the reins to deputy Lawrence Wong as soon as November 2024. Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has announced…
Jessica Simpson celebrates six years sober on social media
On her sixth anniversary of sobriety, Jessica Simpson paid homage to an “unrecognizable” past self. In an Instagram story posted Thursday, Simpson linked to a…
International reserves remained resilient in a historically volatile year -World Bank report
The fourth edition of the World Bank Reserve Management Survey Report showed that central bank reserve management remained resilient during a historically volatile year. Central…
Star chefs and République’s 10 years in Charlie Chaplin spot
From République’s 10-year bash to the rush on Thanksgiving turkey and pie orders. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of L.A. Times Food, with this week’s…
LAFC confident late-season slump won’t derail its MLS title hopes
LAFC coach Steve Cherundolo was asked Friday for one word to sum up the year that has passed since his team’s triumph in the MLS…
Healthcare minimum wage expected to cost $4 billion in first year as California budget deficit looms
SACRAMENTO — When Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law that set a first-in-the-nation minimum wage for healthcare workers, three words in a bill analysis foretold potential…
Marlie Packer: England captain wins World Rugby Women’s Player of Year award for 2023
Marlie Packer led England to victory in the inaugural WXV1 competition on SaturdayEngland's WXV-winning captain Marlie Packer has been named World Rugby Women's Player of…
Arnold Schwarzenegger sued by cyclist he hit with SUV
Arnold Schwarzenegger is being sued by a cyclist he accidentally hit with his SUV earlier this year. Joanne Flickinger is alleging that Schwarzenegger’s “negligent” driving…
Supreme Court agrees to rule on ban rapid-fire ‘bump stocks’
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court agreed Friday to rule on whether the government may ban the sale or use of “bump stocks” that can transform a…
States rethink religious exemptions for vaccinations in child care
More than half the children who attend Munchkin Land Daycare near Billings, Mont., have special needs or compromised immune systems. The kids, who range in…
Can Trump be on the ballot in 2024? It can hinge on the meaning of ‘insurrection’
DENVER — Can former President Donald Trump run for his old job again after his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol?…
From the label that turned down the Beatles to year X Factor started – only true music fans will know these quiz answers
DO you know which legendary group was turned down by Decca Records on January 1, 1962, or which group announced they were splitting up on…
Why Dodgers need to offer Clayton Kershaw multiyear contract
If Clayton Kershaw wants to pitch for the Dodgers again, he will. “Absolutely,” president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said last month. By the time…
Ex-State Department official getx 6 years in prison for Capitol attacks
WASHINGTON — A Marine Corps veteran who served as a politically appointed State Department official in former President Trump’s administration was sentenced on Friday to nearly…
How to watch 2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony
Let’s rock, roll, give out some awards and actually watch them live! The 38th Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony takes place Friday…
California prisoners have a new chance to earn a master’s
IONE, Calif. — Decades ago as a little boy growing up in Santa Rosa, Luke Scott made a pledge to his mom that he would graduate…
Hiltzik: Here’s how a budget cut turns into a budget deficit
Scarcely a week into the tenure of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), and his view of American voters and the press as dimwits to be…
Why the World Series champion Rangers have the smart kids
The Texas Rangers will ride in a championship parade Friday, holding the World Series trophy aloft in celebration of a group of players that had…
Australian of the Year launches new program to help prevent body image issues in preschoolers
Australian of the Year Taryn Brumfitt has launched a new program today for early childhood educators to help prevent body image issues developing in young people.The…
Shohei Ohtani selected as AL’s outstanding player by his peers
Shohei Ohtani has been selected the American League Outstanding Player in this year’s Player’s Choice Awards announced Thursday. It’s the second season Ohtani has earned…