CIRCLE WITH A DOT

Russell T Davies has left 'Doctor Who' again, but change is the essence of the showOn Wednesday, the showrunner of the long-running BBC sci-fi series announced he was departing the series again, and while the show may be in limbo, evolution is part of its nature. https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2026-06-11/russell-t-davies-doctor-who#News #USNews #LATimes #US

This creepy insect has been found on grapevines. What it could mean for California's wine industryA pest that is considered a major threat to California's vineyards and its $73-billion wine industry has been found on grapevines sold at Northern and Central California Costco stores between April 21 and May 21, according to authorities. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-06-10/authorities-warn-of-invasive-insect-on-california-grapevines#News #USNews #LATimes #California

Emotional, creative protests rise up in Mexico City ahead of historic World Cup openerMexicans whose relatives have disappeared, teachers, stadium lifetime ticket owners and more air their grievances ahead of 2026 World Cup opening match. https://www.latimes.com/sports/soccer/story/2026-06-10/amid-protests-mexico-city-is-set-for-historic-world-cup-opener#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Yohei Kono, who apologized for Japan's wartime sexual abuses of 'comfort women,' dies at 89Veteran Japanese politician Yohei Kono has died at 89. https://www.latimes.com/obituaries/story/2026-06-10/yohei-kono-who-apologized-for-japans-wartime-sexual-abuses-of-comfort-women-dies-at-89#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Ahead of World Cup opener in L.A., Iran lands in Tijuana wearing pins to honor schoolgirls killed in strikeThe Iran World Cup team arrived in Tijuana wearing lapel pins on their jackets acknowledging victims of a Feb. 28 missile strike on an elementary school. https://www.latimes.com/sports/story/2026-06-08/iranian-world-cup-team-wears-168-pins-for-airstrike-victims-fifa-ruling#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Hiker who died in Runyon Canyon ID'd as Hollywood screenwriter, pal of Caitlyn JennerAuthorities have identified the hiker who suffered a fatal medical emergency in Runyon Canyon as 78-year-old screenwriter William Hasley, who helped Caitlyn Jenner write a motivational book. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-06-09/hollywood-writer-friend-of-kaitlyn-jenner-william-hasley-dies-hiking#News #USNews #LATimes #US

From cold brew to bone broth, anxious Americans rethink their caffeine fixMany are experimenting with beverage options beyond the traditional cup of hot java, paying heed to caffeine’s effect on their sleep, mood and energy level. https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-06-08/from-cold-brew-to-bone-broth-anxious-americans-rethink-their-caffeine-fix#News #USNews #LATimes #US

World Cup poses an unprecedented security challenge at a fraught momentThe upcoming World Cup will feature 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, including in Los Angeles, posing a range of security issues. https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-06-07/world-cup-poses-unprecedented-security-challenge-at-fraught-moment#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Shooting ends with woman dead, car crashing into beauty salon near InglewoodA person was shot and killed and another hospitalized Monday night near Inglewood, according to authorities. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-06-09/inglewood-shooting-fatal-car-crash#News #USNews #LATimes #US

She broke baseball's glass ceiling. Now Kim Ng is taking softball to the next levelKim Ng, former Dodgers executive and MLB's first female general manager, is now commissioner of Athletes Unlimited Softball League. https://www.latimes.com/sports/story/2026-06-08/former-dodgers-exec-kim-ng-is-taking-softball-to-next-level#News #USNews #LATimes #US

'DTF St. Louis' begins with sex, death and 'deWriter-director Steven Conrad and star-executive producer David Harbour break down their HBO limited series, which exhilarates by refusing to 'satisfy lurid expectations.' https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2026-06-08/hbo-dtf-st-louis-david-harbour-steve-conrad#News #USNews #LATimes #US

A massive car fest is coming to SoCal with drift rides that feel like 'throttle therapy'A love letter to late actor Paul Walker, FuelFest is a global car show coming to Orange County on Saturday. Organizers plan to celebrate the first 'Fast and Furious' movie. https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2026-06-08/la-things-to-know-about-fuelfest-socal-fast-and-furious-drift-cars-orange-county#News #USNews #LATimes #US

15 brilliant British crime dramas old and new to keep you cool for the summerHere are 15 British crime dramas, new and old, to watch. The genre is varied, the casts inevitably fine and justice almost always prevails. https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2026-06-08/best-british-crime-tv-what-to-watch#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Used Toyota hybrids are selling for more than new — here’s whyMost cars lose value the moment they leave a dealer’s lot. The RAV4 hybrid gains it. https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-06-08/used-toyota-hybrids-are-selling-for-more-than-new-heres-why#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Matthew Rhys promises he's not 'disturbing.' But his TV characters definitely areRhys showcases his range with two Emmy-contending roles this season, in Netflix's mystery-thriller 'The Beast in Me' and Apple TV's horror-comedy 'Widow's Bay.' https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2026-06-08/matthew-rhys-apple-tv-widows-bay-netflix-the-beast-in-me#News #USNews #LATimes #US

Trump, after baselessly alleging fraud in California vote again, storms out of NBC interview'Meet the Press' host pushed back on Trump's unproven claim that the still-undecided California elections were rigged. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-06-07/president-trump-storms-off-meet-the-press#News #USNews #LATimes #Election2024 #Trump

Ukraine targets St. Petersburg again in sweeping attackResidents of St. Petersburg have been told to stay indoors after a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack targeted Russia's second-largest city. https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-06-06/ukraine-targets-st-petersburg-again-in-sweeping-attack#News #USNews #LATimes #Ukraine #Russia

Nithya Raman surges past Spencer Pratt in L.A. mayor’s race, closing in on runoff with Karen BassNithya Raman pulled ahead of Spencer Pratt in the race to get into the Nov. 3 mayoral runoff on Sunday, five days after the vote counting began. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-06-07/la-me-raman-mayors-race#News #USNews #LATimes #US