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This year’s event has a record number of participants, and is set to break even after operating at a loss for the last two years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The buzz: Qatar made its World Cup debut four years ago and became the first host to exit the tournament without a point, losing all three group-play games by two goals each.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

In Fernández’s neighborhood just north of Porterville, residents stopped drinking water from their wells a few years ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Julia Lee had no need for a new garden when she and her husband purchased their Cheviot Hills home eight years ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Carville resident Stanley Stein, who has spent years raising awareness and advocating on behalf of those with leprosy, is thrilled with the publicity, and Joey is a powerful spokeswoman.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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