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Social Media's 'Big Tobacco Moment': Meta Faces $1.4 Trillion Fine for Allegedly Fueling Teen Suicide and Addiction

Meta warns a US court it could face $1.4trn in penalties in a landmark teen mental health case as 29 states accuse the Facebook owner of addicting and harming young users.

International Business Times UK

Desi doctor who drove his family off a cliff in California walks free after therapy

TOI correspondent from Washington: For years, Dharmesh Patel seemed to embody the American dream. The 45-year-old radiologist lived with his wife and two young children in a quiet cul-de-sac in Pasadena, California. Colleagues described him as a respected physician, while neighbours remembered him as a thoughtful man who brought poinsettias…

The Times of India

California man allegedly drove off cliff with his wife and 2 children – now it has been ‘wiped out of his record’

Despite the ruling, the prosecution is "not giving up."

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How California’s solar farms are helping save the endangered San Joaquin kit fox: Inside the surprising conservation success giving one of America’s rarest foxes a fighting chance

Massive solar farms in Central California are now protecting endangered San Joaquin kit foxes. These projects offer safe havens, reducing predation risks for the small mammals. Carefully designed fences and elevated solar panels provide crucial protection from predators. Fox survival rates inside these facilities have proven to be higher. These…

The Economic Times

43 days alone at sea, 2,400 miles across the Pacific: America’s first female rower, Kelsey Pfendler, talks about the fear in the open ocean

Kelsey Pfendler has etched her name in history as the first American woman to row solo across the mid-Pacific. This remarkable feat, spanning over 43 days from California to Hawaii, not only set a new speed record but also showcased her resilience against the challenges of isolation and the vastness…

The Times of India

California delays first emissions reporting deadline to November

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) delayed the state’s first corporate emissions reporting deadline from Aug.10, 2026, to Nov. 10, 2026. CARB gave companies with more than $1 billion in annual revenue that do business in California an additional three months to report their direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope…

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US court dismisses charges against Indian-origin doctor who drove Tesla off 250-foot cliff with family

An Indian-origin doctor accused of attempting to kill his family by driving his Tesla off a 250-foot cliff in California in 2023 has had all criminal charges dismissed after successfully completing a two-year court-approved mental health diversion programme.

The Times of India

California DMV could revoke 11,000 driving licenses over mysterious ‘anomalies’ in tests, report says

The state motor vehicle department said it had identified ‘anomalies’ in their test results

The Independent UK

Canada province preparing lawsuit against OpenAI over school shooting

British Columbia said Tuesday it was preparing a lawsuit against OpenAI over the company's failure to report violent ChatGPT activity by the person who committed a mass school shooting in the western Canadian province. British Columbia said Tuesday it was preparing a separate case, in coordination with the families, and…

The Economic Times

More than 400 people arrested at Fourth of July ‘TikTok takeover’ in California

Thousands descend on Newport Beach, blocking traffic and setting fires in flash-mob-style meetup organized online

The Guardian - US

Judge drops attempted murder charges against California radiologist who drove family off cliff

All four occupants – Patel, his wife, and their two young children – miraculously survived the crash

The Independent UK

2018 murder of newborn in California: Bakshinderpal Sing Mann, father who buried baby and then fled to Canada, finally sentenced

A disturbing case that started with an unlawful sexual relationship, which resulted in the woman becoming pregnant and giving birth to a baby who was immediately killed and buried, came to an end last month in California after 31-year-old Bakshinderpal Singh Mann was sentenced to six years in prison with…

The Times of India

A top amusement park in California announces it’s shutting down after 50 years

Before announcing the closure, staff created a time capsule filled with photos, memorabilia and personal messages

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‘We can’t have nice things’: Clip shows a cookout left untended on a Napa hiking trail. Then, nearby leaves catch fire in a California wildfire scare

California is known for its wildfire risk.

The Independent UK

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs the country’s strongest AI regulation bill

Under the new law, AI model developers are required to publish a framework detailing how they identify and assess ‘catastrophic risk’

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Common iPhone Issues That a Professional Repair Service Can Fix

iPhone problems in San Diego, California, can disrupt calls, photos, payments, navigation, work notes, and family communication without much warning. A cracked screen, weak battery, faulty charging port, water exposure, camera failure, speaker issue, or damaged back glass may seem isolated at first, but related parts can also be affected.…

The Times of India

In 2010, the United States trapped and removed every feral cat from California's San Nicolas Island after decades of predation on native wildlife; rare seabirds and endemic species began recovering.

Feral cats, an invasive predator, were removed from San Nicolas Island after decades of harm. Conservationists carefully planned and executed a live-trapping and relocation program to protect native species. Endangered birds began nesting in larger numbers after the cats were gone from the island. Native reptiles and small mammals also…

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These 10 US cities could become deserts by 2080: New climate study showcases chilling data

Climate change will transform US cities into deserts by 2080. Vegetation zones will shift, with grasslands becoming more desert-like. Deserts are projected to expand significantly across the United States. Several major cities face a biome classification flip to desert. Bakersfield, California, is among the cities expected to experience this change.

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Female US rower reflects on ‘surreal’ record-breaking journey from California to Hawaii

Kelsey Pfendler, 32, says she hopes her solo 2,400-mile trek across the mid-Pacific inspires other women to take risks

The Economic Times

Cricket takes root in football-crazy US with Major League Cricket

Currently, the Major League Cricket is in full swing, highlighting the skills of international and diaspora athletes. As cricket prepares to make its Olympic debut in Los Angeles in 2028, the sport's visibility will significantly increase. Plans for new cricket stadiums and league expansions are underway, but issues around infrastructure…

The Economic Times

Super El Niño 2026 could be even stronger than expected: California could face flooding while the US braces for a harsh winter

A powerful Super El Niño is developing in the Pacific Ocean. Forecasters predict this climate phenomenon will intensify rapidly in coming months. This event may bring significant weather pattern changes across the United States. California could experience increased storm activity and flooding risks. Global weather extremes like droughts and heatwaves…

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Gavin Newsom Warns 'Anyone' Considering Helping Trump Interfere in Elections or Counting: 'You Will Be Prosecuted'

Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) warned that anyone who attempts to interfere with the state’s elections could face prosecution as he announced plans for legislation to protect ballots before election results are officially certified.

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State legislative session updates: sessions ending

According to Multistate, as of July 2, nine states are still in legislative session, with two in special session. Massachusetts’s session is expected to end on July 31. California and North Carolina’s sessions will end on Aug. 31. Pennsylvania’s session will end on Nov. 30. Three states, Michigan, New Jersey,…

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California’s New $208,850 Small‑Estate Limit Means Many Families Can Bypass Probate—Do You Qualify?

Probate has a reputation for being slow, expensive, and stressful, but many California families may now be able to avoid it altogether. Formal probate in...

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