Hollywood Hills Fire Threatens Beloved Los Angeles Landmarks

The Sunset fire has grown rapidly and is threatening a swath of Los Angeles that contains the Hollywood Bowl and the Chinese Theater.

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Two Sailors Die in Separate Incidents in Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

The men were hit in the head by booms on their yachts in separate episodes, as participants faced challenging weather conditions, the police said.

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Five Journalists Killed in Gaza Strike, Palestinian Media Says

The Israeli military said it had struck a vehicle containing a “terrorist cell” in the Nuseirat area of Gaza.

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U.S. Fighter Jet Shot Down Over Red Sea by Apparent Friendly Fire

A U.S. Navy ship mistakenly fired at the F/A-18, whose two pilots were safely recovered, the military said.

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Zakir Hussain, Peerless Indian Tabla Player, Dies at 73

Considered a national treasure in his homeland, the percussionist transcended genres and brought classical Indian music to a global audience.

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New York City Gets Some Rain, but Not Enough to Ease Its Drought

About two inches were forecast to fall through Saturday. Officials say it won’t be enough to fully replenish the city’s reservoirs.

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What to Know About Australia’s Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Critics say big questions remain not only about how the new law will be enforced, but also about whether the ban will really protect young people.

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