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- 1USC halts body sales to US Navy for Israeli military▼USC ends sale of dead bodies to US Navy for Israeli military
The University of Southern California has reportedly ended its practice of selling dead bodies to the US Navy for use by the Israeli military. The arrangement, described in reports by The New Arab, drew scrutiny over the ethical implications of supplying human remains for foreign military training purposes. The university's decision marks a reversal of a programme that had previously gone largely unreported.
- 2Southern California braces for Hurricane Polo fallout●SoCal prepares for fallout from Hurricane Polo
Southern California is preparing for the effects of Hurricane Polo, with forecasters warning of potential rain, flooding and coastal impacts across the region. Emergency officials are urging residents to stay updated on alerts as the storm moves along the Pacific coast, though the exact track and severity remain uncertain.
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Mortgage rates have reached 7%, adding pressure to the Coachella Valley housing market in Southern California. Local coverage reports that higher borrowing costs are squeezing buyers already facing elevated home prices, and the situation is drawing attention from residents and prospective homeowners weighing whether to buy now or wait for rates to fall.
- 4Hurricanes bring heavy surf to Southern California and Southwest rain●Hurricanes bring heavy surf to Southern California, rain to parts of the Southwest
Hurricanes off the Pacific coast are sending heavy surf to Southern California beaches while bringing rain to parts of the Southwest, according to the Los Angeles Times. The storm activity is expected to affect coastal conditions and desert areas, drawing attention as residents and officials monitor changing weather along the region.
- 5Van Nuys Airport Study Shows Strong Economic Growth in Southern California●Van Nuys Airport Releases Economic Impact Study Showcasing Significant Growth in Southern California Economy
Van Nuys Airport has released a new economic impact study highlighting significant growth in its contribution to the Southern California economy. The findings point to the airport's expanding role as a regional economic engine, supporting jobs and business activity across the Los Angeles area. Local outlets are reporting on the study's conclusions about the airport's rising economic footprint.