Politics
Who is Stephen Miller, Donald Trump's powerful right hand and immigration policy architect
Stephen Miller, a former Trump advisor, has been a key architect of the former president's hardline immigration policies.
Protesters Gather at Santa Monica Business Center to Protest ICE
Demonstration held at Amazon's Santa Monica office in response to recent ICE actions
Santa Monicans Protest Against ICE, Amazon Ties
Residents join nationwide 'blackout' strike against Trump immigration policies.
Tech
Alphabet's Waymo raises $16B at $126B valuation as robotaxi expansion accelerates
The funding round more than doubles Waymo's valuation from its previous round and signals autonomous mobility is now a high-stakes commercial race.
California Union Calls for Waymo Suspension Over Safety Concerns
Teamsters California urges state regulators to indefinitely suspend Waymo's operating license after an incident involving a child.
Waymo Robotaxi Strikes Child in Santa Monica School Zone
NHTSA investigating incident as debate continues over AI driver safety versus human drivers
Automotive
Waymo Seeks $16B Funding at $110B Valuation
Alphabet's autonomous driving unit aims to raise significant capital to accelerate commercialization.
Waymo Robotaxi Strikes Child Near California School
US regulators investigating second recent incident involving Waymo vehicles and children
Waymo Car Hits Child Near Santa Monica Elementary School
Autonomous vehicle technology reduced impact speed, but child still suffered minor injuries.
Business
1752vc Highlights Strong Early-Stage Execution Across Startup Programs
Hundreds of founders building through accelerator's GTM, Launchpad, Ignite, and Ignite DTC initiatives
Rowdy Protests Erupt at Tesla Diner in Hollywood
Protesters target the popular electric vehicle charging station and restaurant
The 50 Most Expensive ZIP Codes For Renters In America (2026 Rankings)
While national rent growth has stabilized in many mid-tier markets, the ultra-luxury sector is operating in a different reality.
Entertainment
Ryan Reynolds, Kenneth Branagh Team Up for 'Mayday' Spy Comedy
Apple TV+ shares first look at new action comedy film during press event.
Jonah Hill transforms for new role in 'Outcome'
Actor debuts dramatic weight loss and bald look for upcoming dark comedy film
Apple and Formula 1 Tease Potential F1 Movie Sequel
Eddy Cue and Stefano Domenicali discuss future film plans after the success of "F1: The Movie".
