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Los Angeles TimesMonday, 24 August 2026
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EL NIÑO IS HERE. FEARS ARE RISING
Early signs point to higher sea levels, and king tides may compound the problem this winter
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Lights, camera, inaction: L.A.’s movie exodus
Hubris, high costs, political failings and competition driving industry’s flight.
Stacy Perman
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Trump’s pressure plan for Iran may backfire
New U.S. strategy for economic isolation could have no effect or prompt retaliation.
Eric Martin
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Federal cuts aim to stem crisis on Colorado River
California ordered to curb water use by 12%. Arizona, Nevada face steeper reductions.
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