Nithya Raman reveals strategy to tackle LA’s B bike lane and street repair plan on day 1 as mayor

Costly bike lane mandates have stalled street repairs across Los Angeles, leaving Mayor-elect Nithya Raman grappling with how to fix the city’s crumbling roads on her very first day in office while complying with a voter-approved law she championed. At her first City Hall press conference since winning the election Tuesday, Raman acknowledged to the California Post that soaring costs tied to Measure HLA have forced the city to scale back road repairs. The law requires Los Angeles to add planned bike lanes, bus lanes and pedestrian safety upgrades during major roadwork, driving up the cost of once-routine repaving projects.…

Tiger Woods gives first health update since DUI arrest

Tiger Woods will be at the Hero World Challenge next month, but whether he takes part in the PGA Tour event is still to be determined.  Speaking with SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio on Tuesday, Woods confirmed that he would be at the Bahamas event and is “feeling better.”  It shouldn’t…

Kalshi warned of possible charges as feds turn up heat on prediction markets: report

Prediction market giant Kalshi could face federal charges over its handling of regulatory notifications for new betting contracts, according to a report. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is probing whether Kalshi properly notified the agency about dozens of products still in development, Politico reported Tuesday, citing a person with direct…

Viral ‘heightmaxxing’ trend has teen boys taking cancer drugs to grow taller despite doctors’ warnings

Medical experts are warning of a dangerous new social media trend known as “heightmaxxing,” amid reports that teenagers are taking black-market cancer medications in an effort to grow taller. Adolescents, primarily teenage boys, are reportedly turning to erdafitinib — often referred to online as “ERDA” or “Erta” — a targeted prescription…

NFL star Amani Hooker’s wife celebrates trade to Bills: ‘Hello NY’

Safety Amani Hooker’s wife, Stelle Hooker, was elated that he was traded from the Titans to the Bills before Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline. The Bills acquired Hooker and a 2027 fifth-round pick from Tennessee in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick. Stelle shared the NFL’s post on the trade news…

Only four NBA players have scored more points than Austin Reaves this season

The Lakers’ Austin Reaves is having a breakout season, even though that story has been overshadowed by Luka Doncic’s brilliance. Only four players have scored more points than Reaves (278) this season, including Doncic (393), Victor Wembanyama (331), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (299) and Tyrese Maxey (296). Reaves is averaging career highs…

Exclusive | IRGC terrorist charged in plot to sabotage US planes— and feds say he orchestrated scheme from his American prison cell

WASHINGTON — An Iran-backed operative orchestrated a foiled terror plot targeting US military aircraft in England from an American prison cell — using “coded messages” in phone calls to relatives in Iraq, according to a federal indictment secured Tuesday. Mohammad al-Saadi, a dual Iranian-Iraqi citizen, was arrested in Turkey in…

Manosphere obsession is linked to 18% higher risk of dying from cancer

A major manosphere fixation holds important clues to men’s health — but not just in the ways they think. Hyper-masculinity influencers and podcasters are obsessed with the idea of being more “manly,” and are willing to do quite a lot in its pursuit — including bone smashing, plastic surgery and…

Rep. Jim Jordan elected next House Republican leader after midterms blowout

WASHINGTON — House Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan won the right to lead Republicans in the lower chamber beginning next year as they brace for a massive incoming Democratic majority. Jordan (R-Ohio) beat out House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) for the role after Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced he…

US accuses Lyft of discrimination against disabled riders: suit

The US Justice Department sued Lyft, alleging the ride-hailing services provider discriminated against passengers with disabilities, including those who use service animals and mobility devices such ​as stowable wheelchairs. The lawsuit, seeks $53 million for individuals with disabilities whom Lyft allegedly discriminated ​against, and who have submitted complaints to Lyft…

Robot builds structure in space for the first time in technological breakthrough

A robot has built a structure in space for the first time, a milestone that could lead to constructing large-scale space systems. The robotic truss builder worked to construct a 1.4-meters-diameter reflector antenna without the help of astronauts. It could enable large-scale structures, such as huge reflector surfaces, to be…

An unexpected bedroom tool could help stabilize blood sugar: study

There’s no sugar-coating it: More than two and five American adults have prediabetes. This condition causes higher-than-normal blood sugar levels that spike with certain foods. Without lifestyle changes, up to 70% of them will develop type 2 diabetes. But prediabetes is a warning sign, not a life sentence. Doctors will…

Fan violence at Levi’s Stadium sparks strong reaction from 49ers

The staggering amount of fan fights at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday caught the eye of the 49ers. In a statement about the horrifying scenes at their home venue during their matchup with the Raiders, the Niners reiterated they want to prevent similar situations from occurring moving forward. “We have a…

Eagles trade Arnold Ebiketie to Bengals as deadline selloff picks up

Howie Roseman knows this Eagles season is lost. With Jalen Hurts done for the year due to blood clots and the team on a seven-game losing streak following Sunday’s loss to the Giants, Roseman followed up Monday’s Jordan Davis blockbuster with another trade on of their defensive front Tuesday morning…

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