No, the Israeli-Palestinian divide is not unbridgeable. Here's how I know
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The Hamas attack and the war in Gaza have heightened a sense of hopeless polarization and extremism. But the fates of both peoples depend on finding the center.
Was the 1964 Venice Biennale rigged? The documentary 'Taking Venice' looks at conspiratorial claims
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When Robert Rauschenberg was named grand prize winner at the esteemed Venice Biennale, a furor erupted — and the conspiracy theories took flight.
News business needs help in California. Is government the answer?
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Newspapers are dying. That’s old news. What’s new is that in California, they may get some state government life support.
Is print dead? Not at this indie bookstore publishing L.A.'s untold stories
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A local electrical engineer with a passion for literature is on a mission to share the stories of local authors who have struggled to break into the mainstream publishing industry.
Ricky Martin and 'Livin' La Vida Loca' ushered in pop's 'Latin explosion' in 1999. Too bad it wasn't real.
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In summer 1999, Ricky Martin's 'Livin' La Vida Loca' took over Top 40 radio, ushering the so-called Latin explosion in pop music.
Daniel Stern almost lost role of Marv in 'Home Alone': 'One of the stupidest decisions in my showbusiness life'
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Daniel Stern almost wasn't cast in the role of Marv in 'Home Alone' -- a recurring theme throughout his career and memoir, 'Home and Alone.'
What happened to Silicon Beach? Why L.A.'s tech sector hasn't lived up to the hype
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Investment in tech startups in the Los Angeles region were down 63% last year from 2021, as the city has struggled to promote itself as an alternative to Silicon Valley and New York.
A felony conviction should not come with a life sentence on voting rights
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Once you do your time for a criminal conviction, you deserve to have your voting rights restored. A bill by California Sen. Laphonza Butler is a small step in that direction.
UC Santa Cruz academic workers to strike over handling of pro-Palestinian protests
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Academic workers walk out to support participants in pro-Palestinian protests. UC officials call strike illegal. It could spread to other campuses.
The magical California state park that doesn't allow visitors
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For the last two decades, the Sutter Buttes have been home to a California state park that almost no one is allowed to visit.
Michael Cohen set to wrap up Trump trial testimony as case shifts
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Michael Cohen is returning to the stand for a fourth day of testimony on Monday, the last appearance he is expected to make.
AI and privacy rules meant for Big Tech could hurt small businesses most
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Knee-jerk regulations of AI and privacy issues could end up serving the biggest companies and hurting consumers by stifling future competition.
How Kevin McCarthy is influencing this congressional race — without being on the ballot
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Rep. Kevin McCarthy resigned from Congress last year after being voted out as House speaker. But McCarthy's political influence is still a major factor in this race.
Jasmine Crockett Mocked Over Apparent Mistake on 'Clapback' Merchandise
newsweek.com
The congresswoman wants to turn her implied insult of Marjorie Taylor Greene into a slogan T-shirt but seems to have misspelled her surname in the design.
Trump's resilience gives California GOP dreams of payback in a state that has long been blue
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Members of the California Republican and Democratic parties met this weekend to hone their stratgies for the 2024 election.
The scandal that brought down Donald Sterling finally gets the Hollywood treatment
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The cast and crew of the series, premiering June 4 on Hulu, explain how their telling of the Clippers owner’s ban from the NBA took on 'Shakespearean' proportions.
L.A. is one of the best places on the planet to grow weed outdoors. Here's how
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Southern California is one of the best places on the planet to grow cannabis. Here's what you need to know before planting it in your backyard.
Trump and Biden both think they can land a knockout in the debates. They can't both be right
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President Biden and Donald Trump both think they can win debates, and the 2024 election, by spotlighting each other's flaws. They can't both be right.
Donald Trump Has No Plausible Response to Michael Cohen Evidence: Attorney
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As Michael Cohen enters a third day of cross-examination, both he and Trump look sleazy, a law professor told Newsweek.
A UCLA doctor is on a quest to free modern medicine from a Nazi-tainted anatomy book
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Dr. Kalyanam Shivkumar wants to surpass the anatomical atlas created by a fervent supporter of the Nazi regime whose work was fueled by the dead bodies of its victims.
Ukraine Aid Packages Leave Many Unanswered Questions | Opinion
newsweek.com
Leaders in Washington should have answered all these questions, and more, before sending billions to Ukraine. The truth is, though, few have even considered them.
Trump’s immigration plans could deal a major blow to the job market
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Immigration is a major reason the job market rebounded so strongly from the pandemic. That could be in jeopardy, economists say.
Boy Scouts love this scenic Va. river. Locals say they’re ruining it.
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Three hours southwest of the District, the Maury River suffers as sediment flows from a dam at a reservation owned by a Scouting organization based in Bethesda.
In D.C.’s Ward 8, election centers on experience versus new leadership
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The three-way battle for the future of the ward has centered on many of its intractable issues, such as poverty and fears about gentrification.
Fat Leonard bribery cases fall apart because of prosecution blunders
washingtonpost.com
One Navy officer confessed to leaking military secrets for $105,000 in bribes and prostitutes. But instead of going to prison, he may get away with his crimes.
Which Activity Is Frequently Performed by Someone Described as Peripatetic?
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Test your wits on the Slate Quiz for May 20, 2024.
Dali to be refloated weeks after collapse of Key Bridge, a milestone in reopening access to the Port of Baltimore. Here's what happens next
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The Dali, the 948-foot-long cargo ship stuck in the Patapsco River for weeks since it felled the Francis Scott Key Bridge, was refloated Monday.
Slate Crossword: Basketball Legend–Turned–Icy Hot Spokesperson (Five Letters)
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Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for May 20, 2024.
Woman Slammed for Risking It All for the Perfect Instagram Shot: 'Memories'
newsweek.com
"The woman was more concerned with a picture than she was making the transition easy for both," an expert told Newsweek.
Trump Trial Enters Its Endgame With Michael Cohen’s Final Grilling
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Carlos Barria/ReutersDonald Trump’s hush-money trial will resume Monday with more cross-examination of Michael Cohen, the former president’s one-time lawyer and fixer who is at the epicenter of the historic case.It will probably be Cohen’s final day on the stand after already delivering explosive testimony about his old boss’ alleged involvement in
In Europe, politicians eye Gen Z — to fight
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For decades conscription has been shrinking in Europe. That might now be changing as the threat from Moscow mounts.
What Queen Camilla Said About Harry and Meghan's Wedding
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"I think it was very touching," Camilla said of Prince Harry's comment to his father on his wedding day in 2018.
You Thought You Quit Your Job. Your Old Employer Has Other Ideas.
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Sometimes an old job isn’t done with you—even when you’re done with it.
5 Apps That Could Make You Richer
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Apps for iPhone and Android offer the chance for you to make some extra cash on the side.
What to Know About Mohammad Mokhber, Iran’s Acting President
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Mr. Mokhber has long been involved in business conglomerates tied to Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He must hold elections for a new president within 50 days.
Many Young Voters Have Turned on Biden. But a Different Group Just Might Rescue Him.
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There’s one cohort he should be very smart about courting.
Iran President Raisi's Critics Celebrate His Death
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The hardline leader had the nickname "Butcher of Tehran."
US Ally Detains Chinese Ship Crew
newsweek.com
The crew had switched off their vessel's transponder system and failed to furnish the necessary identification, according to the Philippines Coast Guard.
The One Way Trump Could Surprise Us Now
slate.com
I’m worried the media is still possibly afflicted by a core problem when it comes to Donald Trump.
J. Cole won the Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef
washingtonpost.com
The hip-hop industry can learn a lot from J. Cole’s apology.
Prince William's Key Honor at Wedding Harry Is Missing
newsweek.com
Hugh Grosvenor is Prince Archie's godfather, but Harry will skip the wedding, reportedly over tensions with his brother.
Travis Kelce reveals his favorite song from Taylor Swift’s ‘TTPD’ album: ‘I might be a little biased’
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The 3-time Super Bowl champ, 34, was asked to pick his favorite track from "TTPD" -- and it seems as though the Kansas City Chiefs tight end plays favorites.
The Dangerous Political Headwind Facing Biden
nytimes.com
Many voters who respect the president don’t necessarily want him to return to office.
We’re in a ‘My Wife Did It’ Moment
nytimes.com
Justice Alito and Senator Menendez have one thing in common.
A Trump Conviction Doesn’t Hang on Michael Cohen
nytimes.com
As provocative as the testimony has been, this case may turn on something a great deal more mundane.
D.C.-area forecast: Sunnier and warmer than last week, but weekend is a question mark
washingtonpost.com
The weather Monday through Wednesday looks great. After that, the outlook is more uncertain.
What happened when TikTok said users can’t promote weight-loss drugs
washingtonpost.com
TikTok announced new rules in April that will crack down on videos about weight-loss drugs, upending a hub of information and commerce on popular GLP-1 drugs.
Ashley Madison reveals top 20 American cities for adulterous behavior: ‘Something is going on in the Midwest’
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Ashley Madison chief strategy officer Paul Keable provided Fox News Digital with an exclusive look at the 20 cities across America that are "hot spots for non-monogamy."