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Headlines From The Times - U.S. Strikes Alleged Drug Facility in South America, DHS Investigates Fraud in Minneapolis, CA DMV’s New Reckless Driving Penalties, Tortillas in CA Will Have a New Ingredient, Rams Lose to the Falcons

President Trump said Monday that the U.S. “hit” an alleged drug facility along a shoreline as he escalates pressure on Venezuela. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security launched a fraud investigation in Minneapolis, targeting suspects accused of stealing billions in government funds. In California, the DMV rolled out a new pilot program aimed at cracking down on reckless driving, with added penalties for motorists clocked at more than 100 miles per hour. The state also became the first in the nation to require folic acid in most tortilla and corn masa products, a move aimed at reducing birth defects. And in sports, the Rams fell 27–24 to the Falcons on Monday night, sliding to the No. 6 seed in the NFC heading into the playoffs. Read more at LATimes.com.

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Headlines From The Times - Trump Meets with Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago, Larry Ellison Bolsters Paramount’s Warner Bros. Bid, California Lost Immigration Judges in 2025, SoCal Wind Gusts, Hallmark’s Holiday Media Empire

President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago on Monday. The talks focused on securing a U.S.-backed ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Over the weekend, Trump also worked to advance a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, speaking by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday before welcoming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to his Palm Beach, Florida, club later that day. Meanwhile, Paramount’s hostile bid to buy Warner Bros. continues. Last week, the deal gained backing from Larry Ellison, father of Paramount CEO David Ellison, who said he would guarantee more than $40 billion in equity. In California, the state has lost more than a quarter of its immigration judges this year. Some retired, while others were terminated without advance notice, adding pressure to an already overburdened court system. And Southern California is facing another week of extreme weather. After days of storms, forecasters are warning of high winds up to 65 miles per hour through Tuesday. Read more at LATimes.com.

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WSJ Tech News Briefing - Is the AI Revolution Slowing Down? What to Expect in 2026

As we look ahead to next year, CEOs are doubling down on AI spending despite growing investor fears of a bubble. We break down the latest data and trends on AI with WSJ tech reporters Belle Lin and Chip Cutter, along with enterprise technology bureau chief at the WSJ Leadership Institute Steven Rosenbush. Plus, we discuss the next major battlegrounds for AI regulation, growing energy demands, and preview the impact on the job market. Danny Lewis hosts.


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