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Residents packed the chambers and poured into the parking lot during a Thursday meeting of the Imperial County Board of Supervisors held to solicit feedback about plans to develop a massive data center without first conducting a state environmental review. Speakers were overwhelmingly opposed to the project, citing a range of health and environmental concerns, and criticized the board for allowing the proposal to move forward despite outcry from the community.“This project does not exist in isolation; it impacts real neighborhoods, families and schools and is also setting a precedent for how you treat your constituents,” said Gina Snow, who…

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg arrives for a meeting on Capitol Hill on March 26, 2026.Andrew Harnik | Getty ImagesA bad week for stocks was particularly rough for tech investors, as the Nasdaq suffered its worst weekly drop since April 2025. Meta and Micron saw double-digit drops, but the pain was felt across the board as concerns about the Iran war drove up energy prices.The Nasdaq dropped 3.23% for the week. The last time the tech-heavy index witnessed such a sell-off was in April after President Donald Trump’s threats of sweeping tariffs led to a near panic in the market. Google…

Part the First: The War in West Asia Viewed from East Asia.  The daily updates compiled here have been essential for cutting through the fog of war associated with the current War in West Asia.  Many people have marveled at the sheer stupidity of another unnecessary (to be redundant) war of choice in the Middle East, especially against a nation of 92 million that represents one of the oldest continuous civilizations going back to the Iron Age.  Christopher Harding’s article The Iran war through Asia’s Eyes is a useful addition to the discussion (emphasis added): Such has been the intensity…

The first two record-breaking iterations of the international No Kings protests were both pegged to major news events. The first, held last July on the same day as Donald Trump’s underwhelming birthday military parade on the National Mall, challenged the president’s affinity for corruption and governance by fiat. The second, which took place in October, was a national response to the deployment of National Guard troops to American cities amid an increasingly violent anti-immigration crackdown. It broke records as the largest single day protest in American history.  On Saturday, Americans will once again take to the streets in opposition to…

Tiger Woods was arrested and charged with driving under the influence following a rollover crash on Jupiter Island, Florida on Friday afternoon, according to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek. Mr. Budensiek said Mr. Woods, driving a dark Land Rover SUV, allegedly clipped a pickup truck hauling a pressure cleaner. No one was injured in the crash. The driver of that vehicle told authorities that Mr. Woods collided with the rig after attempting to overtake the truck “at high speeds.” The Land Rover reportedly flipped onto its side and came to a stop. Mr. Woods crawled out of the passenger window,…

Marvel Studios hasn’t officially said much about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but after the first trailer dropped, fans are already convinced it’s hiding some major reveals. From a possible Man-Spider transformation to the long-rumored arrival of the X-Men, the internet is breaking down every frame for clues. While nothing has been confirmed, several theories have quickly gained traction and could hint at where the MCU is heading next. A Darker Peter Parker Has Fans Thinking “Man-Spider” One of the biggest talking points from the trailer is the noticeably darker tone surrounding Peter Parker. Quick shots appear to show: A more…

Blood pressure medications and lifestyle changes often work best when they are used together, especially for people who need long‑term BP control with antihypertensives and other hypertension drugs.High blood pressure usually develops silently over years, so combining evidence‑based treatments with everyday habits helps lower numbers while also protecting the heart, brain, and kidneys. When both approaches are aligned, individuals have a better chance of reaching and maintaining healthy blood pressure targets.Why Combine Blood Pressure Medications and Lifestyle Changes?High blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and vision problems, even when a person feels fine. Antihypertensives and…

A look at the top 20 high school softball teams in the Southland; as ranked by CalHiSports.com for The Times.Rk. School; Record; Last ranking1. Murrieta Mesa; 16-0; 12. Fullerton; 11-1; 43. Norco; 9-2; 34. JSerra 14-2; 25. La Mirada 12-2; 66. Oaks Christian; 12-1; 57. Orange Lutheran 5-3; 78. Etiwanda; 14-1; 119. Riverside King; 10-2; 2010. Chino Hills; 13-4; NR11. Chaminade; 10-1; NR12. Sherman Oaks Notre Dame; 11-3; 813. El Modena; 7-4; 1914. La Habra; 12-3; 1815. Temescal Canyon; 8-4; 1216. Long Beach Poly; 5-0; 1617. Los Altos; 7-5; NR18. Garden Grove Pacifica; 10-5; 919. Westlake; 10-2; NR20. Anaheim Canyon;…

A South African comedian is being sued for $27 million over a viral joke that mistranslated the iconic «Circle of Life» chant in Disney’s «The Lion King.» Lebohang Morake — the Grammy-winning South African composer behind the film’s opening Zulu vocals — filed a federal civil complaint in California on March 16 against the comedian, Learnmore Jonasi, alleging that the translation is false and damaging to his life’s work.Jonasi, whose legal name is Learnmore Mwanyenyeka, could not immediately be reached for comment on Friday. No attorney information was listed for him. In a GoFundMe campaign he launched to cover legal…