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December 25, 2025, 6:31 a.m. Pacific time

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The Class Where ‘Screenagers’ Train to Navigate Social Media and A.I.

New technologies are complicating efforts to teach the scrolling generation to think critically and defensively online.

After a Deadly Wildfire, Christmas Tree Lane Endures in Altadena

One of the oldest holiday light displays in the country is glittering once again. For the community, it’s a sign of hope.

Prominent Farmer in California Arrested in Killing of His Wife

Michael Abatti was charged with fatally shooting Kerri Ann Abatti, who had filed for divorce and was living apart from him in Arizona.

A Father, a Son and Their $108 Billion Push for Media Moguldom

Larry and David Ellison didn’t always have a close relationship. Now they’re one of the most intriguing partnerships in business.

19 States Sue to Block White House Plan to End Gender-Related Care for Minors

The coalition of states seeks to stop a Trump administration effort to cut off federal funding to hospitals that provide such care.

Audio | Andrew Garfield Wants to Crack Open Your Heart (Encore)

The actor knows life is fleeting, but he wants to hold on to every moment.

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Christmas Should Be for Families, Not NBA Overload. Even LeBron James Agrees

The NBA and NFL are dreaming of a green Christmas, and that's not cool. Never mind the TV overload. Think of all the people working them.

Spouses Wearing Complementary Patterns

For a couple from Los Angeles, choosing clothes is often a joint activity.

Today’s Extreme Weather

CITYRISK TYPES
Los Angeles
Moderate risk
Excessive rain, 
tornadoes, 
high winds
San Diego
Some risk
Excessive rain
San Jose
Some risk
Excessive rain, 
tornadoes, 
high winds
San Francisco
Some risk
Excessive rain, 
tornadoes, 
high winds
Fresno
Some risk
Excessive rain
Sacramento
Some risk
Excessive rain, 
tornadoes, 
high winds
Bakersfield
Some risk
Excessive rain
Stockton
Some risk
Excessive rain, 
tornadoes, 
high winds
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Today's Recipe

Light brown cookies, coated in sugar and each topped with a chocolate kiss, sit on a metal cooling rack.

Craig Lee for The New York Times

Peanut Butter Blossoms

Recipe from the Gerrero family

Adapted by The New York Times

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35 minutes

Makes 5 dozen cookies

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