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Surrogate Mother McKenna West Sues Biological Parents for Breach of Contract Over Compensation

McKenna West is reportedly suing the baby's biological parents over stopped surrogacy payments as courts address the infant's urgent treatment, parentage and disputed care decisions.

International Business Times UK · Sep 21

The historic Cullen Nugget fetched $71,875, 58 years after its discovery

In 1968, California miner Joe Cullen discovered a substantial gold nugget at the Ruby Mine in Sierra County. Nearly six decades later, the 14.51-troy-ounce “Cullen Nugget” sold for $71,875 at Heritage Auctions. The 451.41-gram specimen retains a documented provenance linking it to Cullen, later collectors and the historic Alleghany Mining…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Paramount Skydance settles with 12 states, clearing hurdle to $110 billion Warner Bros deal

Paramount Skydance has settled with California and 11 other states that sued to block its proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, removing a major US antitrust hurdle to the deal. Under the settlement, CNN and CBS would get independent editorial boards, while Paramount would face a $30 million…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

In 1993, Russia reflected sunlight from space. Now, a California startup wants to turn the night sky into a marketplace for on-demand sunlight from orbit

A California startup is developing satellites that could redirect sunlight to Earth after sunset, creating what it calls “sunlight on demand.” Reflect Orbital plans to test the concept with an orbital mirror, but scientists warn that large-scale deployment could increase artificial light, disrupt astronomy and affect wildlife. With satellite numbers…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

Tiny shrimp-like creatures are moving 110 pounds of sand per meter of California beach every day, scientists say they may be reshaping the coast

Tiny sand hoppers on California beaches are doing far more than feeding on washed-up kelp. New research found the shrimp-like creatures can move up to 50 kg (110 lbs) of sand per meter of shoreline each day, potentially influencing erosion, dunes and the movement of sediment along the coast. Though…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

In 2013, Pink bought a 200-acre California ranch for $9M; it is now a working vineyard

Pink bought a 200-acre California ranch with her husband Carey Hart for nearly $9 million in 2013. What began as an interest in wine grew into Two Wolves, an organic wine business. After years of studying winemaking and making small batches privately, Pink released her first vintage in 2014 and…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Reportedly Already Turning Tail, Set To Return To US Within Weeks

The Sussexes could reportedly be considering a return to California just weeks after moving back to Britain, as their children’s school change and a reported WhatsApp leak incident add to the security concerns surrounding their new life.

Bored Panda · Sep 21

Glenn County Confirms Second West Nile Death as All 10 State-Reported California Fatalities Sit in Central Valley Counties

Glenn County confirmed a second West Nile death as California reports 147 cases and 10 deaths. Who faces the highest risk during peak season?

Medical Daily · Sep 21

A tooth from the Ice Age: Mastodon fossil found in San Francisco Bay Area

A 23cm long fossilised tooth discovered in a California creek is offering scientists a glimpse into the Bay Area's prehistoric past.

Euronews · Sep 21

Apple's Tim Cook sees Australia's social media curbs as 'world-leading', PM Anthony Albanese says

"Tim Cook gave us a lot of time this morning. He regards the work that we've done on social media to be world-leading," Albanese said in remarks from Apple Park, California, televised in Australia on Sunday.

The Economic Times · Sep 21