Water is critical to life, yet billions of people worldwide lack access to it. Gilbert Houngbo, Chair of UN-Water, sheds light on this critical issue on GZERO World. Houngbo attributes the water crisis to both "lack of resources and bad governance," and stresses the need for investment in water-related infrastructure...
Who Is Fresno State’s 2023 Top Dog? Hint: She Made Her Mark in Emergency Medicine
Fresno State News Dr. Danielle Campagne, who has been saving lives and educating leaders in medicine for more than 18 years in the Fresno area, is among this year’s Top Dog Alumni Award honorees. The Top Dog awards recognize a select group of Fresno State alumni who have made significant...
The Allure of the AR-15, America’s Best-Selling Rifle
The AR-15 is the best-selling rifle in the United States, with almost every major gunmaker producing their own version. Critics argue that the military-style gun has no legitimate civilian use, yet about 1 in 20 Americans own one. The Washington Post and Ipsos conducted a detailed survey to understand the...
Palestinian and Arab Israelis React to Proposal to Weaken Israel’s Courts
Thousands of Israelis have protested a proposal to weaken Israel's judiciary, which some argue would politicize the court system. However, many Palestinians and Arab Israelis see the courts as already politicized and do not regard Israel as a democracy for them. As a result, few Palestinians have participated in the...
Rent Control Less Effective Than Believed, Apartment Association Study Says
The National Apartment Association (NAA) has released new research regarding the effects of rent control policies. Their findings cast doubt on whether rent regulations, which vary state by state, actually help consumers. Rent Control May Not Be the Answer The NAA conducted interviews with housing developers and providers in three...
Brazil and China Drop US Dollar in Trade Agreement
Brazil and China announced a deal to carry out trade and financial transactions directly, exchanging yuan for reais, rather than first converting their currencies to the US dollar. This move is expected to reduce costs, promote greater bilateral trade, and facilitate investment. Strengthening Ties China is Brazil's largest trading partner,...
Hmong Advocate Is Fresno State’s Student Volunteer of the Year
Fresno State News Lor Shoua Lee, a graduate student majoring in clinical rehabilitation and mental health, was named the University Student Volunteer of the Year after providing about 300 hours of service. The annual award, which includes a $1,500 scholarship, honors a Fresno State student who has made a difference...
Iran-Saudi Truce Fails to Revive Crippled Economy Amid Soaring Inflation
Iran's recent truce with Saudi Arabia, a stark departure from years of animosity, is failing to resuscitate its faltering economy. The rial, which is the basic monetary unit of Iran, gained some ground following the China-brokered deal. But inflation continues to soar, and getting relief from sanctions by reviving the...
Report: Largest Source of Stolen Guns Are From Parked Cars
Guns stolen from parked cars have become the largest source of stolen firearms in the U.S., with an estimated 40,000 guns stolen from cars in 271 cities in 2020 according to a report by Everytown for Gun Safety. The new study reveals that gun thefts from cars are increasing in...
The Wall Street Journal Says Inflation Reduction Act a Big Con
The Wall Street Journal's editorial board has written a scathing opinion piece against the Biden administration, based on a newly released research report by Goldman Sachs regarding the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The IRA, which was expected to reduce the budget deficit, has been projected to cost taxpayers $1.2 trillion...