Scientists say the planet, called K2-18b, is “the best candidate for habitability” beyond our solar system.

That spells trouble for the entire planet.

Light from nearby galaxies illuminated the web’s ‘threads,’ making them directly visible to telescopes on Earth.

Astronomers discovered 20 new moons around Saturn, bringing its total to 82.

Saharan silver ants don’t have the longest limbs. But they make up for it with a sprightly combination of fast pacing, light-footedness, and synchronized stepping that effectively turns their six legs into two.

In addition to causing disease itself, the virus destroys immune cells trained to respond to other pathogens the body has encountered before.

New research quantifies the fire risks of eight species of invasive grass.

As law enforcement agencies deploy AI-powered facial recognition systems, some communities are pushing back, insisting on having a say in how they’re used.

NOVA Labs Intern Chloe Nosan reflects on her experience working on the platform's newest resource on global climate change: The Polar Lab.

Six episodes exploring the vast, mysterious, and powerful universe we live in.

2007 was the first time Champery appeared on the World Cup circuit and it was a rude awakening for the riders.
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Cross-Country Carrie "replaces all the bolts on her bike with titanium ones and refuses to wear a hydration pack" and Downhill Derek "loves techy rock gardens and jumping but HATES pedaling.”
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We sat down with the founder and owner of Nicolai Bikes to talk about the past, present, and future.
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The global pandemic is shifting timelines and expectations, as brands rush to fix disrupted supply chains and adjust their product offerings in response.
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Raw, technical trails with surprises around every corner.
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Does a flat-bar gravel bike appeal to you, or is this just a mountain bike with not enough tire clearance?
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2019 was a rollercoaster of a year for downhill racing with an extremely close title fight in both the men's and the women racing.
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What makes the perfect Mother's Day morning? How about a foolproof frittata and fruity cocktail recipe? Crafted by professionals, these are easy enough to allow the guest of honor to relax and let someone else handle the cooking!

Between 83,000 and 190,000 people could die of COVID-19 in Africa, with 29 million to 44 million infected, in the coronavirus pandemic’s first year if containment measures do not work, the African regional office of the World Health Organization (WHO) said Thursday.

The heartwarming reunion, which clearly made little Mila Sneddon's day, took the young girl completely by surprise.

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LAUSD's decision to temporarily shut down schools causes an enormous disruption. And it's not clear how helpful the move will be in slowing coronavirus spread.

More scandal in the Orange County Sheriff's Department shows the department — like all sheriff's departments — should have independent civilian oversight.

A pandemic threatens participation in the ultimate act of citizenship.

The president must drop his opposition to 'globalism' in the interests of public health

Supervisors didn't permit public comment at their March 31 meeting, then failed to act publicly before admonishing the sheriff about his public statements.

There's no place and precious little time for this kind of shameless obstructionism during a pandemic that is particularly ravaging older impoverished people already racked with medical problems — like the ones who would have been cared for at the Ayres Hotel.

Mountain lions in southern California are endangered by rat poison and development. Time to protect them.

The federal stimulus checks go to people with Social Security numbers, leaving out millions who work in the U.S. without permission, but who pay taxes.

Critics, including the state sheriff's association, don't seem to know how bail works.

George Gascón pushed L.A. County Dist. Atty. Jackie Lacey into a runoff. His challenge is to show how his progressive policies can keep us safer.

In tandem with some charities in the area, L.A. Unified is essentially running a collection of food banks.

'Exciting' vice presidential selections have sometimes been a disaster.

Here's some of what went down during NBA All-Star 2020 media day at United Center in Chicago.

The Clippers got big plays from Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris while stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George did just enough in a 102-92 victory at Phoenix.

His former teachers remember Clippers star Kawhi Leonard just as he is now: quiet, focused and successful.

With their gaze fixed fully on the playoffs for months, the Clippers have been guilty of appearing disinterested at times during the regular season.

Paul George was in his third season in the NBA when he led the Indiana Pacers to a win over LeBron James' Miami Heat in Game 2 of the conference finals.

Clippers rookie Terance Mann underwent surgery Tuesday to repair a ligament in his right hand. There is no timetable for a potential return to playing.

The Lakers decided to praise rookie sensation Ja Morant and the young, desperate Memphis Grizzlies and accept their own shortcomings after a 105-88 loss.

Lakers' Anthony Davis is partnering with First Entertainment Credit Union as their first official ambassador.

Lakers star LeBron James scored 37 points on 12-for-21 shooting and added seven assists and eight rebounds in a 113-103 victory over Milwaukee.

LeBron James and the Lakers proved on Sunday that the team is capable of beating their crosstown rivals in the playoffs this season.

Lakers have covered nine of of their last 11 games. They are also way up for the season against the spread.

The Lakers plan to ask top-level executives to voluntarily defer 20% of their pay as the team navigates its finances during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the NBA hasn't decided when it might restart the season, or if the draft and free agency will be held as scheduled.

Lakers star LeBron James was overwhelmingly voted as the favorite local athlete in a new survey, only a year after he was booed in Staples Center.

A look at what trainers and medical experts think about NBA players returning to games.

Lakers legend Magic Johnson and Clippers coach Doc Rivers are among those participating in an auction that's raising millions to help feed people during the COVID-19 pandemic.