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June 8, 2026, 6:31 a.m. Pacific time

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Kars4Kids Can Continue Broadcasting Ads in California, Appeals Court Says

A lower court last month found that the ads from the charity, known for its ear-worm jingle, had violated false-advertising laws.

Map: 3.6-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes the San Francisco Bay Area

A minor, 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck in the San Francisco Bay Area on Sunday, according to the United States Geological Survey.

Why Your Next Diagnosis May Be Guided by an A.I. Helper

OpenEvidence, a fast-growing start-up, is using artificial intelligence to help doctors find answers to clinical questions for diagnosis and treatment.

The $100 Million Horror Hits: Two Critics on the Gen Z Breakouts

Two Times critics unpack the twin phenomenon of “Backrooms” and “Obsession” and what lessons should — and shouldn’t — be learned from their massive success.

Can the N.F.L. Win Fans in South Korea With Flag Football?

The inclusion of flag football in the next Olympic Games has spurred optimism about the prospects of American football in South Korea, where it has languished for decades.

‘Scary Movie’ Returns Politically Incorrect Humor to Top of the Box Office

The film took in $55 million over the weekend in the United States and Canada. It was the biggest opening for an R-rated comedy in 12 years.

Zegna Reimagines the Malibu Beach Bum

The Italian men’s wear label relocates its range of soft tailoring and nubby knits to coastal California.

WNBA Power Rankings: Can the L.A. Sparks Find Cohesion to Reach the 2026 Playoffs?

Entering Sunday’s game against the Portland Fire, the Sparks had the worst defensive rating (115.6 points allowed per 100 possessions) in WNBA history. The eye test matches what the stats say about the Los Angeles defense. The Sparks are an offense-first team.

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