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Los Angeles: Not just glitz and glamour

While the city remains the entertainment and movie capital of the world, it also has many world class museums.

Los Angeles: Tarot cards and temporary tatts

Venice Beach is distinctively Californian and a must see area of Los Angeles, Chris Lynch says.

Californian state of mind

While one part of California dries out, Shandelle Battersby gets soaked in another.

Writing's in the sky for Trump

Five planes flew over the annual Rose Parade in California, writing messages in the sky that included "Trump is disgusting. Anybody but Trump, US".

Why women become killers

Before the assailants opened fire at a holiday party in San Bernardino on Thursday, they left their 6-month-old baby with her grandmother.

'Why do you need to own a machine gun?'

Wellington-based New Zealand American Association chairman Larry Keim is appalled by the shootings and says the United States' gun laws must be tightened up.

How Twitter reacted - #guncontrol

At least 14 people are dead and 17 injured after the shooting at a disability center in California.

Christmas party 24 hours before tragedy

A centre for the developmentally disabled had just hosted a children's Christmas party the day before the tragedy.

California shooting: What you need to know

At least 12 people are dead and up to 20 injured after gunmen opened fire in California on Thursday. Here's what we know so far.

San Diego: The sunshine state

It's always the perfect time to catch a wave or linger on the sidewalk in this city.

Disneyland: Trip to the light fantastic

To mark 60 years, Disneyland has conjured up spectacular parades and fireworks, writes Peter Mitchell.

Los Angeles: Between Knott's and Disneyland

Winston Aldworth checks out the differences between two great theme parks.

Plenty brewing in Anaheim

Anaheim has a serious beer scene brewing. By the end of the year, the Orange County city will be home to more than a dozen breweries.

California: Take me to the County

In Orange County, Shandelle Battersby swaps fast food for fresh, sophisticated cuisine.

Paint to repel public peeing

Late night revellers may think nothing of relieving themselves in public and now some walls are fighting back against the disgusting habit.

San Diego: Into the Danger Zone

Top Gun suddenly feels real for Shandelle Battersby onboard an aircraft carrier in San Diego.

Almond prices start to look nutty

People have embraced the taste of almond products. The question now is whether they can stomach higher costs.

Disney wins tax deal in exchange for $1b pledge

Walt Disney Co has been granted an exemption from any future tax that might be levied on tickets to the Disneyland Resort.