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How the Gulf War combat debut of 'stealth and GPS' transformed war When GPS-enabled sensors pinpointed enemy targets, surveillance aircraft monitored enemy troop movements and stealth bombers eluded radar tracking from air defenses in the opening days of Operation Desert Storm decades ago -- in January of 1991 – very few of those involved were likely considering how these attacks signified a new era in modern warfare. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2W1QCSx

Facebook says it removed 3 billion fake accounts The social media giant says most of the fake accounts were caught before they became active, but estimates out of its 2.4 billion monthly active users, roughly 5 percent are fake accounts. via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2YRJ7up

Mark Zuckerberg claims Facebook security efforts will suffer if company is broken up (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images) Mark Zuckerberg is countering calls to break up Facebook, saying that doing so would only diminish his company's billion-dollar attempts to fix the social network. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2WlvkyC

GOP megadonors accompany DeSantis on Israel trip    POLITICO DeSantis forges partnerships, weighs in on international politics and the ‘denialism’ of an Israeli state    Miami Herald Florida governor signs ban on childlike sex dolls    Fox News A look at the economics and politics of the Florida delegation’s trip to Israel    Miami Herald View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://politi.co/30Lt5DX

Woman recovering after alligator attack in Florida pond    Tampa Bay Times The woman was airlifted following the attack. The alligator has since been removed. View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2WqxcG3

Elderly woman dies from injuries after police vehicles collide, crash into car    WGN TV Chicago CHICAGO — An elderly woman died from her injuries after two police vehicles collided with each other, and then crashed into several other cars Saturday night, ... View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2QpCOei

Merkel’s alliance first in EU election, Greens make big gains    POLITICO.eu European elections 2019: Germany results - BBC News    Editors Choice EU election: Surge for Greens and euroskeptics, losses for centrist blocs    Deutsche Welle Germany's SPD head proposes vote on floor leadership after election rout    Reuters How were the EU elections for Italy, France and Germany? Our panel responds    The Guardian View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://politi.co/2MbgIOb

Steph, Kawhi to dictate NBA Finals, and who holds edge    NBCSports.com Raptors superfan Nav Bhatia shares his excitement ahead of NBA finals    Global News The real reason Golden State thrives without Kevin Durant    ESPN NBA Finals 2019: Previewing the Warriors and Raptors showdown    ClutchPoints NBA Finals MVP betting odds, picks and predictions: Curry and Kawhi in the lead    Covers.com View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2X4M3TP

A man started stabbing schoolchildren waiting for a bus in a city just south of Tokyo. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W93Lcy

Opposition parties backed the vote after the collapse of Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's coalition. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HF7CVK

Klatch Coffee in San Francisco is offering a $75 cup of coffee used from award winning beans grown in Panama. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W5WLNr

The deaths in northern Amazonas state come a day after 15 prisoners were killed in gang violence. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2K7eXyU

A suspected parcel bomb packed with shrapnel exploded on Friday, injuring 13 people. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HYfwZn

Steve Biro snapped the picture of 'Bruce' the bald eagle at a raptor conservation centre in Canada. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wm7FPF

The flight from Mexico City made an emergency landing after the Japanese passenger began having seizures. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wm8V5D

The man who stabbed Brazil's president during his campaign last year cannot be jailed, a judge rules. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EBRRNc

President Mutharika secures a second term, after a court-ordered delay to the result's announcement. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QsTn9t

Japan's PM wants "frank talks" with North Korea on issues such as the abduction of its citizens. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X7TZ6X

The head of the ruling PSD party, Liviu Dragnea, loses his appeal against a corruption conviction. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X8idhp

A group of Muslim-Americans have begun patrolling New York mosques in a controversial safety measure. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X8X1rl

Communities in Mozambique learn about health, banking and elections via giant interactive screens. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2XaHebu

Overcrowding is blamed for an increase in deaths on the world's highest peak, but other factors are at play. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2I49CFT

Skin branding ceremonies, blackmail and punishment for weight gain were all part of the "sex cult". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W8OTL5

Seven young performers are in prison after taking part in a traditional festival, known as Thangyat. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wmveYV

From the predicted rise of anti-EU forces to a 'Green wave', BBC Brussels reporter Adam Fleming looks at what went on across Europe. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VO8E5L

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Stabbing in Japan today: Man with knives stabs kids at bus stop near Noborito Park in Kawasaki City outside Tokyo — live updates    CBS News Two killed, 15 schoolgirls injured in Japan stabbing: NHK    Yahoo News At Least 19 Wounded, 1 Dead After Mass Stabbing at Japan Bus Stop    TicToc by Bloomberg 3 Dead, 16 Wounded After Man With Knives Attacks Schoolgirls at Bus Stop in Japan    KTLA Los Angeles Stabbing attack in Japan leaves 13 children injured    Guardian News View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://cbsn.ws/2HZweaE

Large, destructive tornado strikes Dayton as severe storms ravage Ohio    AccuWeather.com Tornado leaves injuries reported in Mercer County    WDTN.com NWS tweets ‘confirmed large and dangerous tornado’ on ground north of Dayton    WXIX Celina Police to public: Do not come into city until further notice    WHIO Celina Police: Tornado damage prompts warning for public to avoid city    Dayton Daily News View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/30ONLuQ

Trump ends Japan trip with Memorial Day speech to troops    AOL Amid royal honors, Trump steps on his own good press    CNN Trump finds himself increasingly alone on North Korea    POLITICO Melania Trump wears a $4,500 J. Mendel dress to Japan dinner    Daily Mail Is There a Method to Trump’s North Korean Madness?    Bloomberg View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://aol.it/2Map1dd

Franklin Haney's $1 million donation to Trump faces scrutiny in Alabama nuclear plant deal    AL.com Haney's hefty donation to Trump's inaugural committee is being scrutinized by federal prosecutors in New York who are investigating the committee's finances. View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2HFKpmr

Boulder lawyer dies on Mount Everest    KRDO Colorado climber dies after reaching top of Mount Everest    ABC News Mount Everest climbers stranded in 'death zone'    Editors Choice Colorado hiker dies after achieving life goal on Mt. Everest    CBS Evening News BEN FOGLE on why Mount Everest's overcrowding will claim more lives    Daily Mail View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2VVYlN0

Trump: 'Sleepy Joe Biden' hasn't 'apologized' for involvement in 1994 crime law    Fox News Trump hits Biden for 1994 crime bill support | TheHill    The Hill Where's Joe? Biden's campaign pace called into question    Fox News Presidential hopeful Joe Biden heads to Texas    KHOU 11 Morning Bits: Unchecked, Trump shows why he’s a menace    The Washington Post View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://fxn.ws/2WqaE8p

Group vowing to build border wall puts up New Mexico segment    ABC News A private group says it's started building its own border wall using millions donated in GoFundMe campaign    CNN Privately funded organization 'We Build the Wall' starts construction of border barrier in El Paso area    Fox News First-ever private border wall built in New Mexico    Washington Times Steve Bannon's group built its own wall spanning one mile along the US-Mexico border    Daily Mail View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://abcn.ws/2WwHp3M

Oklahoma, Arkansas cities brace for 'the worst flood in our history'    USA TODAY Arkansas River could cause catastrophic flooding    CBS This Morning Tornado risk covers Chicago while 'catastrophic flooding' could hit Arkansas    CNN Fort Smith Public Schools Closed Through Thursday Due To Historic Flooding    KFSM 5Newsonline BREAKING: Ft. Smith schools cancels class through Thursday    40/29tv Fort Smith/Fayetteville View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2JK1OfY

Anaconda "virgin birth": Anaconda living in exhibit with only adult females has babies through "virgin birth"    CBS News Anaconda Living in All-Female Snake Exhibit Welcomes Two Babies Through Virgin Birth    PEOPLE.com View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://cbsn.ws/2MrcfY7

China rages against Bolton meeting with Taiwan as anti-invasion drills begin on the island    CNN Taipei, Taiwan (CNN) The Chinese government has slammed Washington for engaging with Taipei and ordered the Trump administration to cease diplomatic ... View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://cnn.it/2EEPaKZ

Prison Fighting Leaves at Least 55 Dead in Northern Brazil    The New York Times At least 40 inmates strangled to death in Amazon prison gang clashes    Reuters 57 inmates killed in spate of prison riots in Brazil    CNN 42 inmates killed in Brazil jails, prison officials say    NBC News At least 42 prisoners found strangled in Brazil jail clashes    The Guardian View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://nyti.ms/2JNJin5

Sebastian Kurz: No-confidence vote removes Austria's chancellor    Aljazeera.com Austrian parliament sacks Kurz as video sting crisis rolls on    Reuters Austrian chancellor Sebastian Kurz ousted in no-confidence vote    The Guardian Austrian chancellor removed by parliament in no-confidence vote    Al Jazeera English Far-right to vote against Austrian leader in parliament    Fox News View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2ECA60n

Tory leadership contest: Jeremy Hunt warns against no-deal Brexit 'suicide'    BBC News Jeremy Hunt warns No Deal would be 'political suicide'    Daily Mail Jeremy Hunt warns pursuing no-deal Brexit would be 'suicide' for Tories    Telegraph.co.uk News Daily: Hunt's no-deal Brexit warning, and EU election fallout    BBC News Countdown to Brexit: 158 days until Britain leaves the EU    Daily Mail View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://bbc.in/2McOa6U

Alibaba May Pursue $20B Hong Kong Listing amid Trade Tension: Report    CCN Alibaba is reportedly eyeing a Hong Kong listing to raise $20 billion    CNBC Alibaba mulls second listing to raise $20 billion - Bloomberg    Yahoo Finance Alibaba is said to consider second listing in Hong Kong    South China Morning Post Alibaba looks to raise billions in Hong Kong listing    Financial Times View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2JJoiNW

Fiat's Talks With Renault Propelled by Changes in Leadership    The Wall Street Journal Fiat Chairman John Elkann has long wanted to trim his family's holdings in the auto sector, and the death of former Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne and the arrest of ... View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://on.wsj.com/2YPmGWv

Facebook defends decision to leave up fake Pelosi video, citing no policy that posts must be 'true'    AOL After edited Pelosi video, how should social media companies respond?    PBS NewsHour GOP rep criticizes Trump for tweeting Pelosi video | TheHill    The Hill Trump says Democrats are now the party of 'radical socialism'    Fox News The Fake Nancy Pelosi Video Hijacked Our Attention. Just as Intended.    The New York Times View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://aol.it/2X8DyXK

How Intel wants to change the future of Ultrabooks with Project Athena    Notebookcheck.net Intel Ice Lake Processors Explained - 10nm Arrives!    HardwareCanucks Intel’s 10th Gen, 10nm Ice Lake CPUs: everything you need to know    The Verge Intel's Computex Keynote 2019 Live Coverage    Tom's Hardware Intel Launches 10th Generation Ice Lake 10nm CPUs At Computex 2019, Now Shipping    Wccftech View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2YYUy3x

Computer with six of the most dangerous viruses on sale for over $1 million    Critical Hit Auction for a laptop full of malware closes at $1.2 million    Engadget Old laptop infected with the world's most dangerous malware sells for $1.34 million    New Atlas Laptop with some of world’s most dangerous malware sells for $1.35 million    Digital Trends A laptop filled with the most dangerous malware in the world is up for auction    BGR View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2YVTMUT

The YouTube Gaming app is shutting down this week    The Verge YouTube Gaming will merge with main site after Thursday    Engadget Google Officially Pulling Plug on YouTube Gaming App After 4 Years    Complex YouTube Gaming announces its last day, will merge with main site    Mashable Google pulls the plug on ‘YouTube Gaming’ app on May 30th    9to5Google View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2W7hQqB

'The Bachelorette' recap: Hannah goes to the emergency room; Luke P. and Cam unravel    USA TODAY What Happened to 'Bachelorette' Contestant Tyler G? Dating History Revealed of Hannah B's Contender (Spoilers)    Newsweek The Bachelorette's Hannah Brown Confronts Luke P. After She Notices Some 'Red Flags'    PEOPLE.com Why Tyler G. 'Had To Leave' The Bachelorette 2019    Cinema Blend ‘The Bachelorette’ Recap: The First-Grade Soccer Game    The Ringer View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2Wv5hVB

Jason Momoa shares Game of Thrones photo from when he was 'too broke to fly home'    Entertainment Weekly News Jason Momoa shares 'Game of Thrones' throwback photo from season 1 — when he was "too broke to fly home." View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2MdWXFN

Raptors' versatile defence has excelled in playoffs, but can you ever really be ready for Warriors?    The Athletic The Raptors 'might get swept' if Steph Curry gets hot in the NBA Finals - Stephen A. | First Take    ESPN Steve Kerr inspired by Raptors superfan ahead of NBA Finals in Toronto    Yahoo Sports Key statistics from the series that sent the Toronto Raptors to the Finals    FanSided Raptors fans celebrate Game 6 victory    CityNews Toronto View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/30MzzCC

Gabrielle Union Roasts Dwyane Wade, Capes for Klay Thompson    The Root Actress and bestselling author Gabrielle Union's newly jobless husband was pretty good at basketball in his day. The former Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls and ... View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2K4sIhM

Bill Buckner Got Over It    The New York Times Bill Buckner dies at 69 after battling dementia    ESPN Opinion: One play should not define Bill Buckner. The former MLB All-Star epitomized class    USA TODAY Former Red Sox Player Bill Buckner Dies at Age 69    NBC10 Boston Former Major League Baseball player Bill Buckner dies    ABC News View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://nyti.ms/2Qs0Aqd

'Remarkable': 96 year-old World War II vet plays national anthem on harmonica before US soccer match    Washington Examiner 96-year-old WWII vet wows NJ stadium by playing national anthem on harmonica    Fox News WWII veteran Pete DuPré delivers stunning performance of the national anthem    Today Show 96-year-old veteran plays National Anthem on Harmonica    WSPA 7News After dazzling thousands, 'Harmonica Pete' performs at Fairport's Memorial Day Parade    13WHAM-TV View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://washex.am/2Qs78oE

Kawhi Leonard's road to the NBA Finals    TSN View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aksQe_O3zY

The last time Clayton Kershaw had an earned-run average this high was when he was a 20-year-old rookie. He is giving up home runs more frequently than ever. Never has he started a season like this — only that’s not entirely negative. The Dodgers have won each of the eight games started by Kershaw... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-dodgers-kershaw-mets-degrom-20190527-story.html>

Feedback: In the May 26 Calendar section, a letter in the Feedback column from Nicole W. Ruskey noted that Ruskey is a Los Angeles Conservancy board member. Ruskey is a former member of that board. If you believe that we have made an error, or you have questions about The Times’ journalistic standards... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/corrections/la-a4-correx-20190527-story.html>

The 275-foot save went to Cody Bellinger who, with the bases loaded in the eighth inning, unleashed a majestic throw from deep right field to third base to nail Carlos Gomez for a rally killing double play. “I don’t know if they give out Gold Gloves in May but it’s hard to see it playing out any... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/la-sp-dodgers-mets-clayton-kershaw-cody-bellinger-mets-20190527-story.html>

The Boston Bruins’ timing was off Monday and their brains were cobwebbed. They were victims of their own success, pushed into a tedious 10-day layoff between their sweep in clinching the Eastern Conference title and the start of the Stanley Cup Final against the St. Louis Blues. Practice had made... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/hockey/la-sp-blues-bruins-stanley-cup-final-20190527-story.html>

Los Angeles County sheriff's detectives are investigating the death of a female infant in Bellflower, authorities said. The child was discovered about 10:35 a.m. Monday in the 10300 block of Alondra Boulevard, Sheriff’s Deputy Kimberly Alexander said. The infant was found in a car seat partly covered... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-infant-found-dead-20190527-story.html>

One team is four wins away from us knowing what we’ve tried to figure out since the very first game of this NBA season. The whole point of the 82-game marathon and the month-plus of playoffs is to figure out the best team in the league this season. It’s the biggest question that needs to be answered... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/nba/la-sp-warriors-raptors-20190527-story.html>

The U.S. is “not looking for regime change” in Iran, President Trump said Monday, distancing himself from the more bellicose views of some of his advisors amid a period of rising tensions. In recent weeks, the administration has dispatched an aircraft carrier to the waters near Iran, ordered 1,500... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-trump-iran-north-korea-japan-20190527-story.html>

SERIES Pure A year after Noah’s (Ryan Robbins) departure, Anna (Alex Paxton-Beesley) struggles to support her children in the season premiere of the drama set in a Mennonite community. 7 p.m. WGN America America’s Got Talent Gabrielle Union and Julianne Hough join judges Simon Cowell and Howie... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/tv/la-et-st-0528-whats-on-tv-tuesday-20190528-story.html>

Veteran pitcher Nick Tropeano will be recalled from triple-A Salt Lake to plug the gap in the Angels ’ rotation. Manager Brad Ausmus said the right-hander, who started the season on the injured list with a right shoulder issue before being optioned to the minor leagues, will pitch after an undetermined... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/angels/la-sp-angels-report-20190527-story.html>

Sometimes a change in scenery is all you need. Vino Rosso, who before Monday had never raced west of the Eastern time zone, found the deep track of Santa Anita very much to his liking as he wore down a game Gift Box in the deep stretch to win the Grade 1 $500,000 Gold Cup. Last year, Vino Rosso... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/more/la-sp-santa-anita-stakes-20190527-story.html>

U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) again is calling for racing to be halted at Santa Anita after three horses died in nine days . “I once again call for an immediate moratorium on racing at Santa Anita,” Feinstein said in a statement. “We need a thorough investigation of practices and conditions... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/more/la-sp-santa-anita-horse-deaths-feinstein-moratorium-20190527-story.html>

Once again, an Angels starting pitcher stumbled. In an 8-5 loss to the Oakland Athletics on Monday at the Oakland Coliseum, Trevor Cahill was locked in until two were out in the fourth inning. Then a walk and subsequent home run by Jurickson Profar tied the score at 3 and turned the tide. Cahill... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/angels/la-sp-angels-athletics-trevor-cahill-poor-start-jurickson-profar-20190527-story.html>

A leak from a tanker carrying 4,500 gallons of hydrogen peroxide shut down all northbound lanes of the 5 Freeway near Castaic on Monday afternoon, backing up traffic for miles on one of the busiest holiday travel days of the year. The California Highway Patrol shut down the lanes from Parker Road... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/education/la-me-tanker-leak-castaic-20190527-story.html>

In the middle of a bustling five-point intersection in Boyle Heights known as Los Cinco Puntos, dozens of veterans and families gathered before noon at a humble memorial honoring the many Mexican Americans who gave their lives fighting for their country. Hands raised to hearts as Tony Zapata, a... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-memorial-day-observances-20190527-story.html>

Commissioner Gary Bettman said the NHL will take “a hard look” at expanding the use of replay, but said a change would require determining “how to do it without destroying the fabric and essential elements of the game.” Currently, the league reviews the legality of all goals. Coaches can call for... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/hockey/la-sp-gary-bettman-nhl-video-replay-20190527-story.html>

Will Smith, the Dodgers ’ catching prospect who was called up Monday to replace the injured Austin Barnes on the roster, is 24 years old, which might surprise someone meeting him for the first time. He looks young enough to be a bat boy. “Don’t let that little clean-shaven baby face fool you,” manager... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/la-sp-dodgers-will-smith-debut-rich-hill-20190527-story.html>

The state of Oklahoma is poised to go to trial Tuesday against a drugmaker it blames for contributing to the nation's opioid crisis. The state’s lawsuit, the first of its kind to go to trial, could stand as a test case for hundreds more. The trial against consumer products giant Johnson & Johnson... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/nation/la-na-oklahoma-opioid-trial-pharmaceutical-20190527-story.html>

Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz was ousted by parliament in a no-confidence vote Monday, paving the way for a new election. The young leader, riding high in popular support, defiantly vowed that he and his center-right People's Party would return to power with increased strength. The vote capped... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/world/la-fg-austria-kurz-chancellor-no-confidence-vote-20190527-story.html>

A 6-week-old bald eagle whose birth was viewed on a live webcam by scores of fans has died after enduring snow and cold temperatures in its nest near Big Bear Lake. The eaglet, known as Cookie, was recently seen looking weak and having difficulty breathing, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley ... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-bald-eagle-dies-20190527-story.html>

Kobe Bryant laughs when fans come up to him and tell him they hope he has a son to carry on the Bryant basketball legacy. Bryant, the only son of former NBA player Joe Bryant, has three children — all girls — but says the family name is in good hands on the basketball court. “This one,” Bryant... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-kobe-bryant-daughter-wnba-lakers-20190527-story.html>

At least one person is dead after a powerful 8.0 magnitude earthquake hit the Amazon rainforest in north-central Peru. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HFYzUG

Authorities are searching for a woman who flew from Colorado and was last seen in Malibu four days ago. Jennifer Michelle Lorber, 30, was staying at a motel in the 22000 block of Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu and was driving a rented white Toyota Rav 4, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-colorado-woman-malibu-20190527-story.html>

Lawmakers in gun-loving Texas have quietly gone around the National Rifle Assn. by slipping language into a massive spending bill that would fund a $1-million public safety campaign on gun storage. The last-minute move late Sunday sets up a political test rarely seen in Texas for Republican Gov.... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/nation/la-na-texas-gun-safety-bill-nra-20190527-story.html>

With just two days left before the deadline to form a new government, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu put the onus on a last holdout of his potential coalition, his own former defense minister. In a televised address Monday, Netanyahu decried his predicament as a “semantic, cosmetic”... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/world/la-fg-israel-netanyahu-coalition-knesset-20190527-story.html>

This was one mistake too far for Serena Williams. Sure, the bad backhand put her behind only 15-30 at the outset of the second set of her opening match at Roland Garros on Monday. What made the miscue so bothersome? She'd already dropped the first set against 83rd-ranked Vitalia Diatchenko — and... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times /sports/la-sp-serena-williams-french-open-20190527-story.html>

A pair of masked gunmen known as the “Cowboy Gun Bandits,” who committed a string of armed robberies in Southern California with an Old West pistol, were sentenced last week to decades behind bars. Dominic Dorsey, 51, of Hollywood was sentenced Friday to 40 years in federal prison, and Reginald... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-cowboy-gun-bandits-sentenced-20190527-story.html>