Drug users don’t lose their gun rights, Supreme Court rules
WASHINGTON  — A unanimous Supreme Court ruled Thursday for gun rights and against drug laws. In…
Drug users don’t lose their gun rights, Supreme Court rules
WASHINGTON  — A unanimous Supreme Court ruled Thursday for gun rights and against drug laws. In a 9-0 ruling, the justices struck down part of the longstanding federal gun control law that makes it a crime for an “unlawful user” of illegal drugs to possess a gun. The Trump administration had urged the court to uphold…
There might be one advantage to climate change. More home runs at Dodger Stadium
Not much good comes to mind when you think about the effects of climate change. Wildfires, floods, melting ice caps, heat waves, the bleaching of ocean reefs. But then there’s baseball, and one possible silver lining. Has global warming turned Dodger Stadium into a home run launching pad? I was watching Monday night’s ESPN telecast…
Way beyond a social media ban, one town in Ireland is raising kids without smartphones
Overlooking the Irish Sea just south of Dublin, Greystones is one of Ireland’s most affluent and scenic towns. Its coastal views, independent shops and tight-knit community have made it one of the most desirable places to live in the country. In recent years, Greystones has also become known for something else: Raising children without smartphones. At…
At the mercy of Silicon Valley? Europe exposed by Trump AI export ban
Is it better to persuade or to confront? French leader Emmanuel Macron is opting for the royal treatment with Donald Trump at Versailles, what with a dinner to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the King of France’s support for the birth of a new nation. It’s all about keeping the US president on board: on…
Kenny Chesney didn’t think his life was a story. Then his memoir changed everything
It’s rare for an artist almost four decades into a career to have firsts. Last year, Kenny Chesney had three: first solo and first country artist to headline the Sphere in Las Vegas, induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame and his first New York Times Best Seller, “Heart Life Music.” Called “a love…
Trump’s Iran deal delivers key gains for Tehran, Washington scrutiny
U.S. President Donald Trump attends a press conference during the G7 Leaders’ Summit on June 17, 2026 in Evian-les-Bains, France. Anna Moneymaker | Getty Images News | Getty Images President Donald Trump on Thursday lashed out at criticism over the terms of the interim U.S.-Iran peace deal, saying those who think he hasn’t been tough…
A vague Iran deal leaves more questions than answers
WASHINGTON — The terms of a deal to end President Trump’s war with Iran remained a secret on Monday as both sides claimed victory and the months-long conflict reached a nebulous end. The memorandum of understanding, providing a rough framework to conclude the war, was signed digitally Sunday, with a ceremony scheduled to take place on Friday…
Justin Herbert is starting fresh with new-look Chargers offense
Justin Herbert is starting from the ground up in Mike McDaniel’s new-look Chargers offense. The 28-year-old quarterback has dedicated much of the offseason to tweaking his footwork — putting his left foot in front of his right from the shotgun, against traditional NFL form — to fit Los Angeles’ new offensive coordinator’s scheme. McDaniel prioritizes…
VIVATECH 2026: Rebuilding business models with AI
What role will artificial intelligence play in business development and daily life? It’s one of the questions dominating this year’s Vivatech, Europe’s biggest event focused on startups and innovation. Our business editor Kate Moody sat down with Julia White, Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Amazon Web Services, to find out about the tech…
Walter Parazaider, saxophonist and Chicago co-founder, dead at 81
Walter Parazaider, the saxophonist and co-founder of the rock group Chicago, has died. He was 81. Parazaider died June 17 of complications from Alzheimers disease. In a statement posted to social media on Wednesday, the band said that “Chicago is heartbroken at the sad news of Walter Parazaider’s passing this morning. We extend our deepest…