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Pennsylvania county seeks study of combined pollution from clustered data centers
An unusual study aims to estimate the pollution and health costs from a cluster of proposed data centers collectively, rather than assessing each project separately. The county wants answers on the cumulative environmental burden.
Times journalists discuss reporting behind a "Madam President" front page that never ran
Reporters and editors reflect on items that shaped the paper's coverage. Dean Baquet recalls the "Madam President" front page that was prepared but never published.
Opinion: Trump's tariffs can only go so far in returning manufacturing to the U.S.
This opinion piece argues that the president's effort to use tariffs to steer manufacturing back to the United States has inherent limits. It uses Mexico and AI as part of its framing.
The Times examines the saga of President Trump's Kennedy Center
The newsletter briefing looks at the ongoing story of the Washington arts center under the president.
Late-night hosts mock Trump's call for A.I. leaders to regulate themselves
After Trump asked technology executives to police themselves, Jordan Klepper joked on "The Daily Show" that "I'm sure we could trust these guys." Late-night comedy has been broadly skeptical of self-regulation by A.I. leaders.
California controller race pits incumbent Malia Cohen against Republican Herb Morgan
Incumbent Controller Malia Cohen faces San Diego Republican challenger Herb Morgan, who promises more aggressive oversight of state finances.
California attorney general race: Incumbent Bonta faces Republican Michael Gates
Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta is challenged by former Huntington Beach City Atty. Michael Gates, a Republican who finished second in the primary.
Prop 2 would let California deposit more into rainy day fund instead of issuing rebates
Democrats want to amend the state constitution to allow larger deposits into budget reserves. This would create another option for avoiding the return of excess revenue to taxpayers.
Prop 3 would make California's expiring top-2% income tax permanent
The measure would extend indefinitely an income tax on the top 2% of California taxpayers. The tax funds education, healthcare and other services.
Prop 5 would overhaul California recall election rules, especially for governor
The measure would make major changes to how recall elections are conducted in California, with the biggest effects on the office of governor.
Prop 40 would tax California billionaires' assets, dividing Democrats and unions
The proposal would tax the assets of California billionaires, mostly to fund healthcare. It has split Democratic politicians, labor unions and other groups.
Props 41 and 42 would restrict new taxes and could block billionaire tax
Prop 41 would require audits for new state special taxes and bar certain new state taxes, while Prop 42 would ban new taxes on forms of personal savings and certain retroactive taxes. Both could nullify the proposed billionaire tax.
Hilton and Becerra spar over gas prices, AI data centers and Trump in CNN debate
The two candidates for California governor offered vastly different visions of the state in a televised debate Wednesday night. Both acknowledged the state faces tremendous challenges.
Newsom signs bill sending $7.5 billion state research agency to voters in 2028
California voters will decide in March 2028 whether to create a state scientific research arm modeled on the National Institutes of Health. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the bill placing the measure on the ballot.
Governments shift toward holding U.S. equities over U.S. debt, with global consequences
As countries move toward riskier assets, The Economist argues the global economy feels the effects.
Trump's push to rename AI "super intelligence" spikes demand for Slovenian web domains
The president wants AI called super intelligence, or SI, the same initials used by Slovenian domain names. The rebrand has caused "unprecedented" demand for Slovenian website names.
Disney+ and Indonesia's Vidio Launch First Subscription Bundle and Content Partnership
Disney+ has teamed with Indonesian market leader Vidio on the "Vidio Ultimate Disney+ All Screen Bundle," Disney's first such collaboration in Indonesia. The deal pairs Disney's Hollywood and Korean programming with Vidio's local originals and live sports, extending Disney's strategy of building regional streaming alliances across Asia.
Warner Bros. Discovery Strikes 2,000-Hour Content Deal With UK's ITV
WBD UK & Ireland has announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with ITV, under which 2,000 hours of content from WBD-owned TLC and Quest will air on special ITV channels. The slate includes shows such as "Mock the Week," "Dr. Pimple Popper" and "Salvage Hunters." The deal arrives just after the $110B Paramount-WBD mega-merger closed, with attention turning to the future of the combined company's international operations.
Kids TV Veteran David Michel Buys Cottonwood Media Back From Federation Studios
David Michel, former Zodiak Kids boss, is buying back control of "Find Me in Paris" maker Cottonwood Media from Federation Studios. The company returns to full independence after 11 years under Federation, with Michel and partners Cécile Laurenson and Zoé Carrera Allaix leading the operation.
Netflix's Sarandos Has No Regrets Over Pursuing Warner Bros. After Paramount Deal Clears
Speaking at Bloomberg's Screentime, hours after a federal judge approved the settlement with state attorneys general that cleared Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said he doesn't regret Netflix's pursuit of the studio, despite Wall Street scrutiny since. He also addressed challenges around Netflix's engagement growth, overall deals and HBO's Casey Bloys.
Mark Ruffalo Calls Approved Paramount-WBD Merger a "Bad Deal for This Country"
Mark Ruffalo, a vocal critic of the $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, spoke out after the deal became reality on Wednesday. He argued that the merger "will stifle creativity, weaken free speech and cost people their jobs."
Chef Eric Greenspan Tackles Jewish Diaspora Classics at Mish Delicatessen
The LA Times reviews Mish Delicatessen, where chef Eric Greenspan takes on some of the most contentious dishes in Jewish cuisine. The review praises his ambitious, confident approach to reimagining deli staples, including matzo brei, and calls the result a bold take on the Jewish deli.