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Is the ACA driving up healthcare costs? The evidence is mixed
What to know in the debate surrounding the role of the Affordable Care Act in driving up medical costs.
Contributor: Federal power grabs on elections are not about fraud
Trump has called the SAVE Act his top priority. But why? His commission found no widespread problem that needed solving.
Evidence mounts suggesting health costs from WV lawmaker moves on data centers, water
In a span of less than half an hour March 12, 2026, the West Virginia House of Delegates made three moves undermining the state’s already poor drinking water quality. Moves the House of Delegates and Senate have made in the 2026 legislative session's final days are likely to inflict significant health costs, recent studies suggest.
Why I want to move back to California after living in Texas
A woman's career took her to San Francisco, Seattle, and Austin, where she bought a house. For her, nothing beats the entrepreneurial spark of the Bay Area.
High school soccer: State championship scores and schedule
CIF State championship boys and girls soccer scores and schedule.
High school baseball and softball: Friday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores from Friday.
High school basketball: State championship results and schedule
CIF state championship boys and girls basketball scores and schedule.
UCLA stuns Michigan State to reach Big Ten tournament semifinals
Behind another stellar performance from Donovan Dent, UCLA avenged a loss to Michigan State earlier this season in an 88-84 win the Big Ten tournament.
Aryna Sabalenka reaches Indian Wells final for 3rd time in 4 years
Aryna Sabalenka, a two-time runner-up at Indian Wells, will get another shot at winning after beating Linda Noskova 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals.
Huntington Beach business leaders talk shop at mayor's breakfast
The annual event, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, was held Thursday morning at the Pasea Hotel & Spa.
ACC basketball tournament live updates, scores, bracket, how to watch: Virginia vs. Miami, Duke vs. Clemson
Trump says US ‘obliterated’ targets in strike on key Iranian oil hub
Trump said the U.S. bombed Iran’s Kharg Island, a key Iranian oil export hub, and warned against interference in the Strait of Hormuz.
Virginia Dems send sweeping gun ban to Spanberger as West Virginia weighs expanding machine-gun access
Virginia Democrats advance sweeping assault weapons ban while West Virginia Republicans propose allowing machine gun ownership, highlighting sharp divide.
NBC's 'Access Hollywood' is canceled as daytime TV audiences shrink
Talk programs "The Steve Wilko Show" and "Karamo" will also end, reflecting the shift to streaming and the decline in daytime TV viewing.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick presses state health officials to deny Camp Mystic license
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick met with state health commissioners Friday to push for denial of Camp Mystic's 2026 camping license, citing testimony that the camp had no
Congressman Scott Perry tours Camp Hill business with Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler
Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler is back in Pennsylvania to tout the Trump Administration’s economic agenda. On Friday, Loeffler joined Rep. Scott Perry (PA-10) in Lower Allen Township, Cu...
DEP study finds 'no risk to human health' from radiation in wastewater from Pa. landfills
A two-year study of radium in wastewater from Pennsylvania landfills by the Department of Environmental Protection did not find levels that would pose...
Centennial Students Earn 3rd Place at Iowa Regional Science Bowl
Michael Stevens, Ian Anderson, Anna Bruns, Jared Bond, Alice Baghdasaryan and teacher Madison Greif. (Not pictured: Team Manager Vivian Zhang.) Congratulations to our outstanding team for earning 3rd place at the 2026 Iowa Regional High School Science Bowl, held on the campus of Iowa State University on March 7! We’re proud of these students for representing our school with excellence in this challenging academic competition that tests knowledge in science, mathematics, and teamwork.
Bill repealing 2023 high school sports transfer law passes West Virginia Legislature
A bill that would end immediate athletic eligibility for high school transfers and revert rules back to as they were prior to 2023 has passed the West Virginia
6 U.S. airmen die in crash; Hegseth says Iran's leader is 'likely disfigured'
Six American airmen deployed to operations against Iran were killed after their KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq, US Central Command said Friday.
Hegseth’s Claim About Killing a Would-Be Assassin Creates a Mystery
The defense secretary said the leader of an Iranian unit that had planned to assassinate President Trump had been killed. But U.S. officials privately acknowledge the story is not that simple.
US troops used ATACMS missile to sink Iranian ships, submarine: Caine
US troops in the Middle East have used a ground-based ballistic missile system to sink multiple Iranian ships, Gen. Dan Caine said.
Legislators reject Flock’s first political donations in California
Campaign representatives for two Democratic lawmakers said they'd return the money amid concerns that Flock’s data could be accessed by ICE investigators.
Prep talk: Greatest individual performances in state basketball history
A look at some of the top individual performances at the CIF state basketball championships through the years.
Irish comic David Nihill used storytelling to overcome stage fright
Irish comedian and storyteller David Nihill brings his conversational 'Taking Tangents' show to Irvine, Pasadena and Los Angeles from March 13 to 17.
Oscars walks political tightrope as poll shows Californians wary of Hollywood’s influence
Even in California, just 29 percent of voters say Hollywood has a positive impact on American culture, according to a new poll by POLITICO and its partners.
‘Every Brilliant Thing’ review: The interactive Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe stars in the Broadway premiere of 'Every Brilliant Thing,' an interactive performance piece written by Duncan MacMillan and Jonny Donahoe that meditates on what makes life worth living.
First UCSF Health patient to move from total artificial heart to transplant
Milestone procedure gives young father with advanced heart failure a new heart and new future with his family.
Trump administration denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leaders
The Trump administration is denouncing CNN for airing a portion of the new Iranian supreme leader's first public statement since he got the job.
Rapid evolution helped a wildflower survive California’s megadrought
Wild scarlet monkeyflowers in California survived a historic drought by relying on a rapid evolution, marking the first time the process has been observed in the wild.
U.S. is in the dark on Mojtaba Khamenei's views on the bomb
Khamenei's deep alliance with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has raised concern that Iran's new leader will depart from his father's long-standing position against building a bomb.
Hampton & Peninsula Health Dirstricts Urge You to Plan Ahead For Spring Severe Weather
From 1980 to 2024, Virginia experienced more than 100 severe weather events, each with losses exceeding $1 billion. (Adobe Stock)
10 projects from Newsom’s mental health bond were supposed to open in 2025. That didn’t happen
CalMatters reports that California’s $6.4 billion mental health bond has not opened any of its first projects, even as Gov. Gavin Newsom says it is beating its goals. The state has missed its target...
Fox News Digital's News Quiz: March 13, 2026
Sports analyst Stephen A. Smith ruled out a White House bid and discussed GOP support while Iranian women's soccer players gained asylum in this weekly news quiz.
Tech billionaires reportedly plotting $500M fund to reshape California politics
(KRON) — Apparently stung by efforts to bring a proposed “billionaire tax” to the ballot next fall, tech billionaires are reportedly plotting an effort to reshape California polit…
'Blackwater' lakes and rivers in the Congo Basin are now emitting ancient carbon into the atmosphere
Carbon that has been buried in the Congo Basin's peatlands for millennia is seeping into lakes and rivers. Why this is happening remains unclear, but researchers warn that tropical peatlands could be nearing a tipping point.
New Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'never ending' revenge in first public statement
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei provided a statement for the first time since U.S.-Israeli strikes killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
OCVIBE UNVEILS DESIGN FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S NEWEST LIVE ENTERTAINMENT VENUE
OCVIBE, the 100-acre mixed-use development transforming the area surrounding Honda Center in Orange County, today revealed the design of a new stand-alone, 5,000-person-capacity live entertainment venue opening in early 2027. The OCVIBE Concert Hall marks a major addition to the region's live music infrastructure and a significant step in Orange County's continued emergence as a year-round destination for touring artists and entertainment.
Ultrawealthy Consider $500 Million Fund to Influence California Politics
Silicon Valley billionaires have been seething over the threat of more taxes and regulations at home. Now, a proposed nine-figure fund aims to give wealthy Californians an unprecedented tool to reshape the state’s politics in their favor.
Hollywood's top films were less diverse in 2025, study finds
The percentage of women and people of color holding lead roles in Hollywood's top movies dropped in 2025, according to a new UCLA study.
Several California DAs Call On Legislature to Fix the Mental Health Diversion Law With AB 46 | Riverside County District Attorney
RIVERSIDE – The Riverside District Attorney’s Office is joining the California District Attorneys Association in their statewide call for the California Legislature to pass common sense mental health diversion (MHD) legislation, Assembly Bill 46.
Birmingham playing for Division III state hoops title after losing early in City playoffs
The Patriots regrouped after losing in the City Section playoffs to advance to play Antioch Cornerstone Christian for the title on Friday.
Pennsylvania researchers, parents help shape autism science as founders of new independent committee
Founders of the new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee say they will act as an alternative body to a federal advisory group under RFK Jr.
The Goddard century: Launching dreams in aerospace research
With the centennial of Robert Goddard's first liquid fuel rocket launch, his dreams, including reaching Mars, inspire today's aerospace students.
BYU vs Houston Big 12 Tournament Game Preview
It’s just three games, but BYU is playing its best post-Richie Saunders injury. Just 12 days after losing at West Virginia, BYU controlled the game wire-to-wire versus WVU in a 68-48 victory. The competition steps up significantly as BYU matches up with Houston, who is well rested while BYU will play its third game in […]
Mastering film photography: Tips for Gen-Zers and Millennials embracing the analog vibe
Film photography is making a comeback, and but analog cameras are not as easy to use as digital ones.
Gov. Gavin Newsom says no ‘imminent threat’ to California after FBI memo on possible Iran drone attacks
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday there is no “imminent threat” to the state following reports that federal authorities had alerted state officials of unverified claims by Iranian-affiliated actors desiring to conduct potential drone attacks.
LACLxS Work-in-Progress Seminar: The Politics of Everyday Conflict in Refugee Shelters
Fabricio Carrijo, a research affiliate at the Jagiellonian Centre for Migration Studies at Jagiellonian University, will give a talk titled "The Politics of Everyday Conflict in Refugee Shelters: Decolonial Perspectives from the Brazilian Amazon" for the Program in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies.
Newsom announces $1B in Prop 1 funding for health facilities
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the final round of Prop 1 funding, which will support 'significantly under-resourced' regions in the state.
Hundreds of California businesses registered with Secretary of State may be fraudulent, investigation finds
Hundreds of California business registrations may be fraudulent, investigation finds
Identity theft experts say criminals are creating fake business entities by targeting a specific population: legal immigrants.
Hundreds of California businesses registered with Secretary of State may be fraudulent, investigation finds
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Virginia Department of Health confirms three rabid animals in Bedford, Campbell counties
The Virginia Department of Health confirmed on Wednesday that three rabid animals had been located in the Central Virginia Health District.
PCC faculty and staff unions strike for higher pay and better health insurance
Some Portland Community College faculty and staff members are protesting Wednesday, asking for more pay and better health insurance.
Iran’s sports minister says country can't take part in World Cup because of U.S. attacks
Iran was expected to take part in the World Cup that will be held across North America in June, but Iranian Sports and Youth Minister Ahmad Donyamali told state television that his country’s soccer team players are not safe in the U.S., according to a video of the interview posted Tuesday.
When the Game Ends in Defection: A History of Athletes Seeking Asylum
Members of the Iranian soccer team who chose to remain in Australia this week are far from the first to travel to a competition and stay there.
New vision for old Sunrise Mall could play 'catalytic role' as city leaders mull sports center
The Citrus Heights City Council will consider a proposal to transform the old Sunrise Mall location into a "first facility of its kind in California" as a home-to-sports complex, complete with full-size ice rinks, turf fields and a concert arena, according to organizers from The Mettle Shop.
Iranian Officials Knock Down Rumors Over Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's Health
Iranian officials went on the offensive on March 11 to knock down rumors over newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's state of health, saying he was injured in the air strikes that killed his father and other family members, but is "safe and sound."
Get Care Now | Virginia & West Virginia
With locations in Virginia and West Virginia, Valley Health is proud to provide innovative health services to local communities. Learn more.
California's Charming Los Angeles Suburb Boasts Artsy Vibes And Entertainment
The California Los Angeles suburb of Moorpark, in Ventura County, boasts artsy vibes, entertainment for adults and kids, festivals, and a walkable downtown.
An Oregon Health Insurer Outsourced Its Work To Silicon Valley. The Transition Has Not Gone Well.
On Jan. 1, some 125,000 Oregonians entered a new health insurance epoch. Or so they were told.
California Democrats Have Made a Mess of the Governor’s Race
As the California Democratic Party gathered in San Francisco last month for its convention, reporters had a frequent question for the retiring political king- (and queen-) maker, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi: Was her state really on the verge of electing a Republican to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom, as a growing number of partisans had begun to fear?
Death. Taxes. Gonzaga cutting down WCC nets... one last time
Gonzaga in the West Coast Conference was a dream for nocturnals. The Bulldogs became catnip for night owls, must-see TV for the insomniacs among us.
Minerva Neurosciences Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results and Business Updates
Initiation of confirmatory Phase 3 trial with roluperidone for negative symptoms of schizophrenia is planned for Q2 2026, with topline data anticipated in 2H 2027BURLINGTON, Mass., March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerva Neurosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: NERV), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of therapies to treat central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today provided business updates and reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended Decembe
Tilly music video proves AI won't be putting actors out of work soon
A year ago, AI 'actress' Tilly Norwood outraged Hollywood. The music video 'she' just released proves that AI can't replace human actors.
Yamaha is leaving California after nearly 50 years
Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. is the latest company to leave California, seeking increased efficiency and profitability.
A roadside emergency leads to a happy ending — and a new friendship
A Temple Health nurse and a pair of Pennsylvania Turnpike workers saved the life of a driver who was in cardiac arrest late last year. They have since bonded.
China's Gen Z, millennials felt hopeless about the economy, jobs
China's Gen Z and millennials are losing faith in jobs, housing, and their futures. Their caution could slow China's economy — and the world's.
Rising gas prices affect San Joaquin County small businesses, gig workers
Gas prices are soaring in California. This is directly impacting small business food trucks and delivery drivers in San Joaquin County.
High school basketball: boys' and girls' regional finals results from Tuesday
CIF Southern Section boys' and girls' playoff basketball results.
Palisades comes up just short against Bakersfield Christian
Jack Levey’s three-pointer at the buzzer was off target and Palisades lost to Bakersfield Christian in the Southern California Regional Division II final.
A surprising percentage of produce from the nation’s largest supplier contains ‘forever’ pesticides
Nearly 40% of California-grown nonorganic produce has residues from pesticides made from potentially toxic PFAS chemicals that can remain in the body for years.
Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026 Recognizes America’s Top Young Scientists, Awarding More Than $1.8 Million to High School Seniors for Innovative Research in Computational Mathematics, Neural Science, and Blood Cancer Treatment
$250,000 top award goes to Connor Hill in America’s longest running and most distinguished science and math competition Top $250,000 Regeneron Science Talent Search Winner Named Regeneron and Society for Science announced that Connor Hill, 17, of State College, Pennsylvania, won the top award of $250,000 in the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS), a program of Society for Science. TARRYTOWN, N.Y. and WASHINGTON, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Societ
Prep sports roundup: Harvard-Westlake pulls out 5-4 baseball win over Sierra Canyon
Ira Rootman delivers two-run single in the seventh to rally Harvard-Westlake in Mission League opener.
How Trump and His Advisers Miscalculated Iran’s Response to War
In the lead-up to the U.S.-Israeli attack, President Trump downplayed the risks to the energy markets as a short-term concern that should not overshadow the mission to decapitate the Iranian regime.
Iranian Military Shows It Knows How to Adapt, U.S. Officials Say
Iran appears to be targeting what it views as American vulnerabilities, including air defenses meant to guard troops and assets in the region.
California Democrats hope new polling will nudge candidates to exit
The California Democratic Party chair said Tuesday that the party is spending “multiple six figures” to conduct and post six surveys of the race.
War with Iran fuels Russian oil boom — and trouble for Ukraine
War with Iran drives oil prices higher, boosting Russian energy revenues and shifting global attention from Ukraine as Moscow gains economic leverage.
Murrieta Mesa is new No. 1 team in Southland softball rankings
Murrieta Mesa is unbeaten in 11 games this season and move ahead of JSerra into the top-ranked position.
California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index
California comment on February SBET
US intelligence community ramps up warnings of possible retaliatory attacks by Iran
The US intelligence community has issued a flurry of private warnings in the past week to American companies and government agencies urging vigilance and the hardening of possible targets of cyber attack by the Iranian regime in response to the war with Tehran, according to national security sources and memos reviewed by CNN.
‘Black rain’ in Iran prompts WHO health warning
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday warned that strikes on Iranian oil depots causing “black rain” could lead to respiratory problems as toxic pollutants disperse through the…
With U.S. at war with Iran, political upheaval could hit World Cup
Conflict between the U.S. and Iran threatens to put politics at the center of the 2026 World Cup instead of soccer's most prestigious showcase.
Thomas Rhett, Niall Horan to perform in Hershey this summer
Country star Thomas Rhett and One Direction alum Niall Horan will join forces for a tour that includes a Hershey stop this summer.
High School Students Advance from State Science and Engineering Fair to International Competition
Charleston, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is pleased to announce that Pavan Subramani from Morgantown High School (Monongalia County), Iqraa Zaman from George Washington High School (Kanawha County) and the team of Jaxon Milam and Joseph Nodurft from the Linsly School (Ohio County) have advanced from the 72nd annual West Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair (WVSSEF) to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). The state-level fair serves as the qualifier for the ISEF, and these four students will represent the Mountain State in Phoenix in May.To compete in the WVSSEF, students in Grades 3-12 had to win their local, county and regional science and engineering fairs. Today’s competition resulted in 48 first place winners, 53 second place winners and 46 third place winners. For the full detailed list, view the 2026 WVSSEF Official Results.The WVSSEF challenges students to think critically about the world around them, encouraging them to find answers to unsolved questions and address problems by introducing proactive solutions. Students are also provided the opportunity to present their projects to judges—industry professionals and university professors—to discuss the research findings, scientific methodologies and hypotheses involved in their work.“The West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair is a highlight of every school year, as it brings some of the Mountain State's most accomplished students together as a showcase of the immense talent and potential they possess," said State Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt. "These young scholars show time and time again that the future economy of West Virginia is bright. The attention to detail in every project and the passion and joy expressed by our students are truly inspiring."The WVSSEF featured 273 aspiring scientists, chemists and engineers who presented 209 projects featuring material science, animal science, plant science, physics, astronomy, engineering and more.View event photos.
Billionaire Brin Now Bets on a Republican to Govern California
Sergey Brin is spending millions of dollars to influence California politics, bankrolling two rival gubernatorial candidates and other political efforts, just months after ditching the state for Nevada.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
Poison-pill effort to cancel proposed billionaire tax hits voters' mailboxes
California voters are being urged to put a poison-pill effort on the November ballot that would nullify a controversial proposed tax on the state’s billionaires.
Prep talk: Bell's baseball team is surging with 8-1 record
After winning City title in 2024, Bell's baseball team returns to its winning ways this season and has picked up some big victories already.
Dubai, oasis for business and partying, confronts war
Iranian airstrikes have shaken Persian Gulf countries, undermining their reputations as havens of wealth and stability and forcing them to take sides in a war they opposed.
ACC Tournament — How to watch Virginia Tech and Wake Forest
The first round of the ACC Tournament begins March 10. Virginia Tech and Wake Forest play in the third game of the day. Here's how to watch or listen.
One hundred years of entertainment
Theater’s Centennial Campaign aspires to build a sustainable future.
Scott Jennings: American people will know findings of Iranian school bombing investigation
High school baseball and softball: Monday's scores
CIF City and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores for Monday's games.
Patrick Fisher: The state is turning art into business
Pennsylvania’s official arts agency, long known as the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), has been rebranded as Pennsylvania Creative Industries....
Out of prison, GOP strategist Tony Dane is back in Nevada politics
After resolving a legal case in Nevada and serving years in a Virginia prison, the operative is working for a congressional candidate.
California lawmakers, advocates decry cuts to undocumented immigrant health care
Newsom’s budget imposes work requirements on Medi-Cal for undocumented immigrants.
WATCH: Trump sidesteps responsibility for deadly strike on Iranian girls' school
President Donald Trump erroneously claimed Monday that Iran has access to the American Tomahawk cruise missile, the weapon likely used to strike a girls' school in Iran, killing 165 people. When asked why he was the only person in his administration making the claim, Trump replied: “Because I just don’t know enough about it.”
This 2-pound dinosaur is rewriting what scientists know about evolution
A nearly complete dinosaur skeleton discovered in Patagonia is helping scientists crack the mystery of alvarezsaurs, a bizarre group of bird-like dinosaurs. The fossil of Alnashetri cerropoliciensis reveals that these animals became tiny before developing their later specialized features, such as stubby arms and ant-eating adaptations. Weighing under two pounds, the dinosaur is one of the smallest known from South America.