McDonald’s Big Arch burger is arriving in Southern California restaurants

McDonald’s calls it its biggest and “most McDonald’s” burger ever. Social media users call it a “Big Mac on steroids.” Its official name is the Big Arch. The burger made …

Thai antiquities home at last thanks to OC fiduciary’s persistence

Thai officials welcome the Ban Chiang antiquities home at a formal ceremony (Photo by Sarah Murphy) Before the formal ceremony began, Trevor Murphy collected himself. There he is, seated alone …

San Jose: Condominium sells for $1.4 million

The condominium located in the 1500 block of Whiterock Circle in San Jose was sold on Jan. 15, for $1,410,000, or $722 per square foot. The condo, built in 1973, …

Kelly Ripa on 25 Years of ‘Live,’ Asking Oprah When to Walk Away and Hopes for the Future: ‘The Show Is Far More Important Than Any Two Hosts’

It’s not difficult to see why Kelly Ripa has spent the last 25 years as host of “Live.” A natural blend of wit, enthusiasm and inquisitiveness was evident from her …

‘NCIS: Origins’ Showrunner David J. North Signs Overall Deal With CBS Studios

David J. North has signed an overall deal with CBS Studios, Variety has learned. North is the co-creator, executive producer, and showrunner on “NCIS: Origins,” which is currently airing its …

Skelton: Some Democratic candidates for California governor need to drop out

Every farmer knows there comes a time to thin the crop to allow the most promising plants to grow bigger and reach their potential. The same is true in politics. …

World Trade Center’s last office tower soon will get built and house American Express

By JENNIFER PELTZ, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The World Trade Center’s final office tower will start construction as soon as this spring and become American Express’ new headquarters, Gov. …

Tony Cortez making the most of his second shot at life and MMA

Tony Cortez is back on his horse, training three to four times a day and feeling good about where he is headed. For the unbeaten 24-year-old mixed martial artist, promoted …

3 scientists were charged in worm smuggling scheme. Lawyers say China helped get the case dismissed

By ED WHITE, Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — China’s government intervened and helped get charges dropped against three Chinese scientists at the University of Michigan who were accused of helping …

‘Pretty Lethal’ Trailer: Uma Thurman Goes Full Villain as Ballerinas Fight for Their Lives in Bloody Thriller

Uma Thurman is back in killer form. Prime Video released the first trailer for “Pretty Lethal,” a survival action-thriller in which a group of elite ballerinas must fight their way …

Texans Urged to Target Super Bowl Champion Amid Key Development

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio expects to add to their backfield, which currently has three players under contract for 2026, and the free agency landscape has already seen a …

Broncos Predicted to Replace NFL All-Pro With 1st Round Pick

The Denver Broncos have arguably the NFL’s best safety combo with 2-time NFL All-Pro Talanoa Hufanga and Brandon Jones. You can even make a good argument that Jones’ season-ending torn …

Timberwolves Forward Joins Exclusive Company With Kawhi Leonard

Since being drafted in the first round of the 2020 draft, Jaden McDaniels has blossomed into a core piece for the Minnesota Timberwolves. His value was on full display in …

Browns Get Bad News on Pursuit of Pro Bowl QB to Improve Offense

The Cleveland Browns can likely cross off one quarterback from the list that they could pursue. Cleveland has been linked to adding a quarterback to be the team’s starter, and …