World Cup Puts Spotlight on L.A.’s Mexican-Korean Kinship
The bond between the two communities was on show at a packed Koreatown watch party for the match between South Korea and Mexico on Thursday.
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Boston Is Full of Joy and Low on Beer. Blame the Scots.
Thousands of Scottish soccer fans have been spotted across the city. The locals are charmed.
Trump’s Military Budget Hits Snags Amid Questions on Iran War Costs
Republicans and Democrats alike are casting doubt on a push for the largest military budget in history as the administration declines to dis…
How the Nashville Zoo Became the Latest Face of Data Center Opposition
Outcry over plans to build a large data center next to the zoo has energized support for new restrictions in Nashville.
The Ageless and Undefeated Champs of Tulsa’s Wii Bowling League
The U.V. Okies have dominated a competition with other senior living facilities for six seasons, but they’re not just there to win.
Hannah Pingree and Bobby Charles Will Face Off in Maine Governor’s Race
Mr. Charles, a conservative Republican, had led the field ahead of a ranked-choice runoff. But Ms. Pingree, a former Maine House speaker, ha…
Matt Dunlap Wins Democratic House Primary in Maine’s Swing District
Mr. Dunlap, a progressive Democrat, is set to face former Gov. Paul LePage, a Republican, in a competitive general election in November.
San Francisco Film Patrons Are Found Dead on Side of Highway
Judith Sheldon, 84, daughter of an Oscar-winning director, and her husband, Wylie, 86, were traveling to Oregon on a hot day. Their deaths a…
Vance Delays Trip to Switzerland for Direct Talks on Iran Deal
Mr. Vance said earlier at a press briefing that he did not know if he would travel to Switzerland on Friday for the talks, where he was init…
Union Behind California Billionaire Tax Offers to Reduce the Rate
The health care workers’ union that made it to the ballot with its plan to impose a 5 percent tax on billionaires’ wealth told Gov. Gavi…
Firm Tied to Trump Donor Got No-Bid Contract to Clean Reflecting Pool
A White House spokeswoman said the president was not involved in selecting Greenwater Services, the business owned by a trust led by John J.…
Trump’s Intelligence Pick Renews Debate: Is the Office Needed?
The director of national intelligence’s office was created in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks. Now some lawmakers want to shrink it.