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Southern California Rent Prices Among Nation’s Highest

Southern California has emerged as the most expensive region for renters in the United States, according to a new analysis by Apartment List. The...

Southern California holiday spending to drop 14%

Amid rising recession concerns, Southern California holiday spending is expected to decline by double digits this year. Households in the region plan to spend...

Korean Auto Sales Slip 1% in October, Ending 13-Month Growth Streak

U.S. Korean car sales declined in October, breaking a 13-month growth streak as the federal EV tax credit ended and battery-electric demand cooled. Hyundai,...

Carl’s Jr. Launches $1 Meal Program to Support Families Hit by Federal Shutdown

As the federal government shutdown continues to strain households across Southern California, Carl’s Jr. has launched a special initiative offering $1 meals to help...

Boogie Bites candy debuts, inspired by boogers

A new jelly treat has grabbed attention: Frida’s Boogie Bites candy, a gummy inspired by the look of boogers. The Boogie Bites candy launch...

42% of Workers Can’t Save as Housing and Healthcare Costs Climb

Many workers say money runs out before the month does. A new survey finds 42% of younger employees—from Gen Z to Gen X—have nothing...

Convenience Store Breakfast Growth Outpaces Fast Food 9% to 1%

Breakfast habits in the United States are shifting as consumers increasingly choose convenience stores over traditional fast food chains for their morning meals. According to...

Koreatown home sales up 10% as mortgage rates ease

Koreatown home sales picked up in Los Angeles Koreatown in September as mortgage rates eased and the market turned more favorable to buyers. A...

Nvidia bets big on Korea’s AI future with 260,000 Blackwell processors

Nvidia will deploy 260,000 Blackwell GPUs across Korean industry and government, advancing AI infrastructure and “physical AI” with Samsung, SK, Hyundai, and Naver Cloud. The plan positions Korea for large-scale AI deployment across factories, vehicles, and research.

Trader Joe’s mini tote craze turns bag into a ‘cult item’

The Trader Joe’s mini tote continues to attract intense demand, with the newly launched Halloween limited edition selling out quickly at several Los Angeles–area...