The archive of all headlines from December 27, 2016, organized by time of publication.
The Trump administration is almost certain to push back as Yellen and her colleagues lift interest rates from historical lows. NATION
If another Western energy boom is around the corner, experts say, it will be because prices rise, not because regulations decline. BUSINESS
Hundreds wait in line for refunds after complaints of bad tamales, stomach cramps, fever, nauseated children — and ruined Christmases. 'We’re not entirely sure yet what occurred,' says an Amapola market official. NATION
Days after a United Nations Security Council vote to condemn settlements on disputed land, Jerusalem’s municipal government is on the verge of approving hundreds of new housing units. Pro-settlement leaders not only blamed the United States for not blocking the vote but also claimed to have evidence that President Obama’s team was behind it.
Days after a United Nations Security Council vote to condemn Israeli settlement policy, Jerusalem’s municipal government is on the verge of approving hundreds of new housing units. Pro-settlement leaders not only blamed the United States for not blocking the vote but also claimed to have evidence that President Obama’s team was behind it.
In Cudahy, George Perez gained a reputation for controlling public life and operating a political machine to maintain power. L.A. Now
Netanyahu allies claim ‘iron-clad information’ from Arab sources reveals Obama administration drafted document to end settlements
Prominent members of the American far right predict that waning influence on the president-elect could trigger discord and vengeance within the movement
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Netanyahu allies claim ‘iron-clad information’ from Arab sources reveals Obama administration drafted document to end settlements
Netanyahu allies claim ‘iron-clad information’ reveals White House drafted document to end settlements
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Undeterred by a defeat at the United Nations, Israel’s government said that it would move ahead with thousands of new homes in East Jerusalem.It warned nations against further action, declaring that Israel does not “turn the other cheek.”
Some skeptics argue that corporate naming rights could cause headaches for Metro — or just embarrass riders. 'I just hope it’s not too awkward,' said rider Brian Bond, adding some sponsorships that might fit that bill. 'Viagra? No, wait. Diapers.' L.A. Now
Some skeptics argue that Metro's newly approved policy allowing corporate naming rights could cause headaches — or just embarrass riders. 'I just hope it’s not too awkward,' said rider Brian Bond, adding some sponsorships that would be less than ideal: 'Viagra? No, wait. Diapers.' L.A. Now
Some ay Metro's new policy allowing corporate naming rights could cause headaches — or just embarrass riders. 'I just hope it’s not too awkward,' said rider Brian Bond, adding some sponsors that would be less than ideal: 'Viagra? No, wait. Diapers.' L.A. Now
Some say Metro's new policy allowing corporate naming rights could cause headaches — or just embarrass riders. 'I just hope it’s not too awkward,' said rider Brian Bond, adding some sponsors that would be less than ideal: 'Viagra? No, wait. Diapers.' COMPANY TOWN
Gov. Jerry Brown and legislative leaders said they would work with other nations and states to strengthen already aggressive policies to fight climate change.President-elect Donald J. Trump has packed his cabinet with nominees who dispute the science of global warming.
Some say Metro's new policy allowing corporate naming rights could cause headaches — or just embarrass riders. Some sponsors that would be less than ideal: 'Viagra? No, wait. Diapers,' suggests rider Brian Bond. COMPANY TOWN
The world of the legs contest: They have been part of the Mexican American club scene in Southern California for decades, a variation on the wet T-shirt competitions that has managed to endured as a subculture even in an era when some consider it offensive, crude and decidedly anachronistic. COMPANY TOWN
'People think it’s bad, that it’s vulgar,' said one club manager. 'But those of us who work in the environment, it’s a form of entertainment, a way to attract people.' COMPANY TOWN
Actor dies in Los Angeles four days after suffering heart attack on flight from London
Actress and writer Carrie Fisher, who rose to global fame as the trail-blazing intergalactic heroine Princess Leia in the 'Star Wars' franchise and later went on to establish herself as an author and screenwriter with an acerbic comic flair, has died.
Actor dies in Los Angeles four days after reportedly suffering heart attack on flight from London
Fisher rose to global fame as the trail-blazing intergalactic heroine Princess Leia in the 'Star Wars' franchise and later went on to establish herself as an author and screenwriter with an acerbic comic flair.
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Star Wars actor who became an acclaimed writer dies in Los Angeles four days after reportedly suffering heart attack on flight from London
The Star Wars actor, who became an acclaimed writer, dies in Los Angeles four days after reportedly suffering heart attack on flight from London
Russian officials for the first time said they no longer disputed a damning set of facts laid out by the nation’s former antidoping lab chief in a Times article last May.The case of “institutional conspiracy” is one of the largest of its kind in sports history.