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May 13, 2026, 6:31 a.m. Pacific time

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As Becerra Rises in Polls, He Draws Fire for Trying to Direct Interview

“This is not a ‘gotcha’ piece, right?” the leading Democratic candidate for California governor asked a television reporter before an interview.

Storming Scientology Buildings: TikTok Trend or Hate Crime?

The police in Los Angeles, New York, Sydney and elsewhere are responding to incidents related to a TikTok trend involving running through Scientology churches.

‘They Shooting at Us’: Rihanna and ASAP Rocky Outlined Attack to Police

The singers discussed their stalkers and their experience inside a trailer struck by gunfire, according to a police report. A woman has been charged with attempted murder.

Conan O’Brien Will Return as Oscars Host

It will be the first time anyone has done the job for three straight years since Billy Crystal in the early 1990s.

Spotlighting the Woman Who Brought European Modernism to California

Although Galka Scheyer might an unfamiliar name, the artists she championed have become famous. An exhibition in Pasadena brings her to the foreground.

Two Charged With Trafficking 260 Pounds of Meth to New Jersey

They face at least 10 years in prison, and the authorities accused one of the men of being associated with the Sinaloa Cartel.

Bang Bang! Eric Haase Hits Two Home Runs as Giants Embrace the Grind in LA

Giants backup catcher and No.9 hitter Eric Haase was the surprise star when the Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers met Tuesday night.

$1.8 Million Homes in Maine, California and Georgia

A cottage in Belfast, Maine, a midcentury modern home in Los Angeles and an Arts & Crafts house in Athens, Ga.

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Ryan Liebe for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini.

Scallion Chicken and Rice for Two

By Nargisse Benkabbou

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45 minutes

Makes 1 to 2 servings

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