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Los Angeles TimesThursday, 16 April 2026
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Trump weighs talks with Iran amid troop surge
U.S. will have 60,000 deployed in the region, with ceasefire expiring next week.
Frames the dispute as a matter of municipal accountability and local economic benefit rather than a dramatic crisis. The focus remains on pragmatic financial stakes for the city.
With Los Angeles preparing to host the 2028 Olympics, municipal leaders are negotiating with organizers to ensure local businesses receive a significant portion of procurement contracts, balancing economic opportunity against the risk of cost overruns.
“face off over contracts”
“Civic-focused institutional pragmatism”
Under water, a hidden methane source
Decaying plants create greenhouse gas. State is urged to track reservoirs’ emissions.
Highlights an emerging environmental regulatory issue regarding greenhouse gas emissions from local reservoirs.
L.A., Olympic boss face off over contracts
City officials want a big share of Games business
Live Nation loses at trial
New York jury finds company and Ticketmaster operated monopoly. A breakup could be a remedy.
Reports on a major antitrust verdict with significant implications for the entertainment and live music industry.
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