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Jasmin Jose

Jasmin Jose

Staff Writer

Jasmin Jose is a staff writer for the L.A. Post. She writes and edits news, and researches content for the company. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from St. Xavier’s College in Mumbai and her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from Asian College of Journalism in Chennai she started working as a digital journalist with CNBC-TV18. She has also worked as a sub-editor with NDTV. Her beat is science & technology but she currently covers general news for the LA Post. Jasmin spends her free time reading, traveling, and writing.

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Technology

Google Chrome gains ground as antitrust controversy looms

Google Chrome continues to maintain its dominant position in the Web browser market, despite increased competition from Microsoft’s Edge browser and ongoing antitrust scrutiny. According to recent data from Web analytics firm Statcounter, Chrome held a 66.88% market share of desktop browsers at the start of 2025, up 1.65 percentage points year-over-year. This comes even as Microsoft has aggressively promoted Edge to Windows users through pop-up notifications and ads within the operating system itself. While Edge has grown its market share to 13% of desktop browsers, up over 2% from the previous year, Chrome’s growth rate outpaced it in late

Google Chrome gains ground as antitrust controversy looms
Local|News

New laws target street racing, reckless driving in California

California is rolling out new driving laws in 2025 to make roads safer from street takeovers and reckless driving. These laws cover everything from cracking down on street racers to sprucing up highways and letting people see what their tax dollars are being spent on. Police are getting more power to address those wild street takeovers – they can now tow cars and give bigger fines. The laws will apply to reckless driving activities on highways and in parking lots. Another law, AB2111, will prohibit the alteration of license plate reflective coatings to evade electronic capture. This measure is intended

New laws target street racing, reckless driving in California
News|Crime

Protect your packages: Tips to prevent 'porch pirates'

Package theft, often referred to as “porch piracy,” remains a significant concern in the United States. The rise of e-commerce has led to a substantial increase in residential deliveries, resulting in troubling rates of stolen packages. There were over 120 million reported package theft incidents in 2023. However, the real number is likely higher due to underreporting, as victims forgo filing reports due to the slim chances of recovery or arrest.  The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) reports mail and package theft is a persistent issue. Between 2018 and 2023, Postal Inspectors arrested nearly 9,000 suspects related to mail and

Protect your packages: Tips to prevent 'porch pirates'
Entertainment|Local

Rose Parade: Ways to get involved and float viewing tips

Every New Year’s Day, millions of people gather in Pasadena, and millions more tune in worldwide to watch the Rose Parade. This annual event has become a dazzling spectacle of creativity and craftsmanship, with floral floats, marching bands, and equestrian units making their way down Colorado Boulevard in a celebration of beauty, community, and the promise of a new year. A Brief History of the Rose Parade The parade, officially known as the Tournament of Roses Parade, began in 1890. It was created by the Valley Hunt Club, a group of Pasadena residents, to showcase the city’s mild winter weather

Rose Parade: Ways to get involved and float viewing tips
Technology

How Android 15 is boosting features to match iPhone protections

Google is set to enhance Android security and privacy features with the upcoming release of Android 15, narrowing the gap with Apple’s iPhone in protecting users’ devices and data. The new version of Android will include live threat detection to quickly identify malware and permission abuse, improved cellular network defense, and tighter controls over app activities. These updates aim to address growing concerns about app permissions and potential spyware threats on the Android platform. A key improvement reported by 9to5Google is an expansion of the Privacy Dashboard. The new feature, originally introduced in Android 15 Developer Preview 1, will provide

How Android 15 is boosting features to match iPhone protections
Health

How important is preserving muscle strength and power?

As we get older, keeping our muscles strong and responsive becomes crucial, health professionals warn. Once we hit our 30s and 40s, our muscles start to shrink and weaken, which can throw a wrench in our health and daily activities. Marla Beauchamp, a PT and professor at McMaster University suggests that we can’t completely avoid age-related changes. Muscles take a hit – fewer fibers, and the ones left are smaller. This muscle wasting, called sarcopenia, chips away at about 3-8% of our muscle mass every 10 years after midlife. Muscle strength fades even faster than muscle size as we age.

How important is preserving muscle strength and power?
Health

Is ADHD on the rise? New data reveals trend in specific age group

More Americans over 30 are being diagnosed with ADHD, doctors say. Truveta, a health data firm, reports ADHD diagnoses jumped by about two-thirds for 30-somethings and middle-aged folks from 2021 to 2023. They looked at info from one million new ADHD cases across 30 different health networks. Dr. David W. Goodman, an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine says people are finally connecting the dots, realizing their struggles might be ADHD. The ADHD boom can be blamed on more info out there, less stigma around mental health, and those handy virtual

Is ADHD on the rise? New data reveals trend in specific age group
Health

Does marriage impact aging? New findings highlight gender differences

Marriage appears to slow the aging process for men but shows no similar benefit for women, according to a new study published in International Social Work that tracked adults over two decades. Researchers found married men aged more successfully than their never-married counterparts, while women showed no significant differences in aging outcomes based on marital status. The study followed participants aged 45 to 85, examining physical fitness, mental health, social connections and subjective age perception. Marital disruptions had negative impacts across gender lines. Men who separated, divorced or lost spouses to death showed poorer aging outcomes. Divorced and separated women

Does marriage impact aging? New findings highlight gender differences
Lifestyle

Desperate times lead job hunters to bold tactics in an attempt to land a position

Job seekers are turning to unconventional social media tactics to stand out in a competitive labor market, ranging from cash rewards to “desperate” profile banners. Despite low overall unemployment, some industries are experiencing churn as they reconfigure workforces, leading to longer job searches for some candidates. This has prompted job seekers to get creative on platforms like LinkedIn and TikTok in attempts to catch employers’ attention. Nadeera Waduwara Kankanamalage, 32, of Austin, Texas, recently offered a $3,000 reward on LinkedIn to anyone who connects him with his next tech job. After two frustrating years of searching, Kankanamalage said that the

Desperate times lead job hunters to bold tactics in an attempt to land a position
Local

Christmas cocktails and festive fun for adults in L.A.

Los Angeles is brimming with holiday-themed activities that bring festive cheer to not just kids but also adults. The city is preparing to make the holiday season the most magical time of the year for people of all ages. Here’s a breakdown of some festive adult experiences people can explore this season: 1. Santa’s Secret Santa’s Secret is a festive pop-up promising a magical journey through a winter wonderland. It’s an adult event where you can expect whimsical holiday decorations, photo opportunities, themed drinks, and interactive fun for all ages. Santa’s Secret often includes themed drinks, holiday music, and special

Christmas cocktails and festive fun for adults in L.A.
Health

Here's what might be wrecking your sleep pattern

Sleep experts say working out can help you snooze better, but watch when and how hard you exercise, especially if you have trouble sleeping. A regular, not-too-intense exercise habit can help you sleep by chilling you out and tweaking your brain chemistry. But pushing yourself too hard or working out right before bed might mess with your sleep. People who really struggle to sleep often have stress levels that are through the roof. “If you’ve got insomnia, your body tends to freak out over little things,” says Chris Kline, who teaches about health at the University of Pittsburgh. For most

Here's what might be wrecking your sleep pattern
Lifestyle

Experts stress the importance of intentionality in friendships

Building and maintaining close friendships requires intentional effort, not just organic connection, a recent study reveals. The study comes out as Americans spend less time socializing with friends. Studies have found that having good friends can make a huge difference in your mental and physical well-being. When life gets tough, having pals to lean on can really help you cope with stress and the blues, says Harvard doctor Robert Waldinger, who’s been studying this stuff for years. Marc Schulz, a psychology professor at Bryn Mawr, puts it bluntly: “If you want a happy, healthy life, you’ve got to make time

Experts stress the importance of intentionality in friendships
Lifestyle

New Research Explains Why Mental Fatigue Makes Us Meaner

Mental fatigue may lead to increased hostility and aggression, according to a new study from Italian researchers. Scientists at the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca found that making several difficult decisions in succession can wear down brain areas responsible for self-control, potentially resulting in more aggressive or impulsive behavior. The study, published Monday in the journal PNAS, provides support for the controversial “ego depletion” theory, which posits that people have limited mental energy for tasks like decision-making or resisting temptations. Researchers had participants complete an hour-long series of mentally taxing tasks before playing games requiring varying degrees of aggression

New Research Explains Why Mental Fatigue Makes Us Meaner
Health

Stanford study reveals new insights on how organs age differently

New research from Stanford University is challenging traditional views on aging, suggesting the process unfolds at vastly different rates across organs within the same individual. The study, published recently in Nature, analyzed blood samples from over 44,530 adults to examine how various organs age relative to a person’s chronological age. Researchers found about one-third of participants had at least one organ significantly “older” than their actual age based on molecular markers. “This research demonstrates just how complicated aging is,” said Hamilton Se-Hwee Oh, lead author and postdoctoral researcher at Stanford. “It’s not a uniform process affecting the whole body simultaneously.”

Stanford study reveals new insights on how organs age differently
Local|News|Travel

16,000 holiday travelers expected for Thanksgiving at Long Beach airport

From Nov. 22 to Dec.1, Long Beach Airport’s (LGB) passenger count could hit 130,000, which is more than 8% from last year. LGB’s holiday season have chances of breaking records this year. “Whether you’re reuniting with loved ones or setting off on a seasonal adventure, Long Beach Airport is committed to offering comfort and convenience, making your journey as enjoyable as the destination itself,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “We’re proud to offer an easy, stress-free travel experience on some of the busiest travel days of the year.” Dec. 1 might see 16,000 travelers at LGB. From Nov. 25 to 27,

16,000 holiday travelers expected for Thanksgiving at Long Beach airport
Uncategorized

The Gross Truth Behind Why Humans Started Kissing

New research suggests that humanity’s most intimate gesture evolved from a surprising source: our ancestors’ need to groom one another. A study published this month reveals kissing likely began as a grooming behavior in early humans, not as a sign of affection. University of Warwick psychologist Adriano R. Lameira found that our ancestors used protruded lips to clean each other’s fur and skin. According to Lameira, evidence suggests kissing originated as a grooming technique used by early primates to remove parasites and debris from each other’s fur. The behavior involved using protruded lips to suck on the skin or fur

The Gross Truth Behind Why Humans Started Kissing
Uncategorized|Lifestyle|Local

Why trains are the new 'it' way to travel

Trains are making a comeback in the US as people look for pretty views and greener ways to travel, rail industry experts say. You won't zip along like Japan's bullet trains, but US rail trips let you take it slow and soak in the sights on the way to places like Yellowstone or the Grand Canyon.

Why trains are the new 'it' way to travel
Uncategorized

14 arrested in sex trafficking sting at Comic-Con in San Diego

California AG Rob Bonta revealed in July that 14 individuals were arrested in a sex trafficking bust during San Diego's Comic-Con.

14 arrested in sex trafficking sting at Comic-Con in San Diego
Uncategorized

Soulmates or roommates? Bumble BFF match leads to unconventional friendship

Two 25-year-old women who met on a friendship app have formed an unusually close bond, moving in together and sharing a bed just seven weeks after their first meeting.

Soulmates or roommates? Bumble BFF match leads to unconventional friendship
Health|Lifestyle

Misleading labels mask true content of popular baby foods

A groundbreaking study has raised serious concerns about the nutritional quality of infant and toddler foods sold in the United States. Researchers at the George Institute for Global Health have found that a staggering 60 percent of commercial baby foods fail to meet World Health Organization (WHO) nutritional guidelines. The study, which examined 651 products, reveals a worrying trend of excessive sugar content and inadequate protein levels in many popular brands, potentially contributing to long-term health issues for American children. The George Institute looked at 651 baby foods, checking if they’re as good as the WHO says they should be.

Misleading labels mask true content of popular baby foods
Uncategorized

Experts warn of STI surge as young people abandon safe sex practices

WHO warns of alarming decline in condom use among European teens. Study reveals 1 in 3 don't use protection, raising concerns about STDs and unplanned pregnancies.

Experts warn of STI surge as young people abandon safe sex practices
Uncategorized

WitchTok: social media's latest trend sparks debate on spiritual traditions

The emergence of "WitchTok," a niche community on social media platforms featuring spells and rituals, has sparked debate about the commodification of long-held spiritual traditions.

WitchTok: social media's latest trend sparks debate on spiritual traditions
Uncategorized

How pebbling uses social media gestures to build deeper connections

A new trend is making waves in the ever-changing world of modern romance. Presenting "pebbling," a fun and flirtatious manner of expressing love that's blowing over the online dating market.

How pebbling uses social media gestures to build deeper connections
Uncategorized

From TikTok to reality: Japanese snacks coming to 7-Eleven stores

7-Eleven to bring Japanese snacks and meals to US stores. LA might soon enjoy onigiri and egg sandwiches. Will this konbini trend catch on?

From TikTok to reality: Japanese snacks coming to 7-Eleven stores

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