SUMMARY WASHINGTON — Joe Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center, said Tuesday he resigned over the US war in Iran, stating he could not support the conflict and disputing intelligence claims that Iran posed an imminent threat. The Joe Kent resignation marks a rare public break between a senior intelligence official and the administration … Read more
SUMMARY HOUSTON — The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 100-92 Monday night at Toyota Center, claiming third place in the Western Conference standings. The Lakers trailed 57-51 at halftime but outscored Houston 49-35 in the second half. NBA analyst Brian Windhorst said the win strengthens Los Angeles’ playoff positioning, while Rockets coach Stephen … Read more
SUMMARY HAVANA — The Trump administration is pressing for the removal of Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel as part of ongoing negotiations over the island’s economic future, according to multiple sources familiar with the talks. The push seeks a leadership change while leaving the Communist government intact, signaling a strategic approach focused on economic leverage rather … Read more
SUMMARY Carnival Cruise Line has canceled eleven voyages aboard Carnival Firenze scheduled to depart from Long Beach between October 12 and November 16, 2026, citing itinerary changes, according to company statements and travel industry reports. The Carnival Firenze cruise cancellations mark a significant adjustment in fall 2026 schedules, impacting travelers who booked short West Coast … Read more
SUMMARY President Donald Trump said Monday that White House doctors helped treat Republican Rep. Neal Dunn after he received what the president described as a “terminal” medical diagnosis earlier this year and later underwent emergency surgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The account offered by Trump and Johnson during remarks at the White … Read more
SUMMARY Susie Wiles, chief of staff at the White House, has been diagnosed with early stage breast cancer but plans to continue working while undergoing treatment, President Donald Trump said Monday. The announcement places a senior figure in the Trump administration at the center of a public health challenge while the White House continues its … Read more
SUMMARY Iran’s newly elevated Supreme Leader Mojtaba Ali Khamenei was reportedly flown to Russia for emergency surgery after alleged injuries from joint US/Israeli strikes, according to regional media reports published Sunday. The reports surfaced amid heightened regional tensions following recent US and Israeli military operations targeting Iranian facilities events that have already triggered diplomatic reactions … Read more
SUMMARY LOS ANGELES — Autumn Durald Arkapaw, director of photography for Sinners, became the first woman to win the Academy Award for Best Cinematography during the 98th Oscars ceremony at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 15. Arkapaw’s achievement marks a nearly 100 year milestone in the category’s history and highlights ongoing efforts to increase … Read more
SUMMARY LOS ANGELES — Michael B. Jordan won his first Academy Award for Best Actor Sunday night, receiving widespread acclaim for his dual portrayal of Smoke and Stack in the action thriller “Sinners.” The film, a box office and Academy favorite, has already taken home four awards, positioning it as a strong contender for Best … Read more
SUMMARY LOS ANGELES — Actor Sean Penn won Best Supporting Actor at the 98th Academy Awards for portraying villain Col. Steven J. Lockjaw in One Battle After Another, becoming one of only four men to win three competitive acting Oscars. The ceremony was held Sunday night in Los Angeles and broadcast on ABC. Penn’s victory … Read more
