WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden, in a letter to congressional Democrats, stood firm against calls for him to drop his candidacy and called for an end to the intraparty drama that has torn apart Democrats since his dismal public debate performance. Biden's Efforts to Unify the Party Biden's efforts to...
Russia Destroys Children’s Hospital in Deadly Barrage Across Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine — A Russian strike ripped into a crowded children’s hospital in the center of Kyiv, Ukraine, on Monday, part of a large-scale aerial bombardment that killed at least 20 people in cities across the country. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine said at least 40 long-range missiles had been...
Macron Rejects Prime Minister’s Resignation for Stability After Chaotic Election
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron refused the resignation of the country’s prime minister, asking him on Monday to remain temporarily as the head of the government after chaotic election results left the government in limbo. No Faction Close to Majority French voters split the legislature on the left, center...
European Leaders React to French Election with Relief and Concern
BERLIN — Leaders across Europe reacted with relief but also some concern to the result of the French legislative election, which leaves a key European Union country facing the prospect of a hung parliament and political paralysis. Relief and Concern From Election Relief, because the far-right National Rally didn't come...
Mindy Casto Now Heads Fresno PD. She Wants to Focus on ‘Wild Drivers,’ Lower Traffic Deaths
Update 10 a.m. on Feb. 13, 2025 Fresno Interim Police Chief Mindy Casto was appointed on Thursday morning as the new permanent leader of the city's police force. Casto's appointment was made by Fresno City Manager Georganne White and Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer. Casto succeeds Paco Balderrama, who resigned last...
Court Says Social Media Influencer Andrew Tate Can Leave Romania but Remain in EU as He Awaits Trial
BUCHAREST, Romania — A court in Romania's capital ruled Friday that social media influencer Andrew Tate can leave Romania but must remain within the European Union as he awaits trial on charges of human trafficking, rape and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women. The Bucharest Tribunal's decision to...
Reformist Candidate Wins Iran’s Presidential Election
In an election upset in Iran, the reformist candidate who advocated moderate policies at home and improved relations with the West won the presidential runoff against a hard-line rival, according to results released by the Interior Ministry on Saturday. Pezeshkian Won By Near 3 Million Votes The winner, Masoud Pezeshkian,...
Trump Denies Knowledge of Allies’ “Project 2025” Government Overhaul Plan
MIAMI — Donald Trump distanced himself Friday from Project 2025, a massive proposed overhaul of the federal government drafted by longtime allies and former officials in his administration, days after the head of the think tank responsible for the program suggested there would be a second American Revolution. Trump Posted About Project 2025...
Mia Goth Returns in ‘MaXXXine’ the Last Entry of the ‘X’ Film Series
Mia Goth reprises her role as Maxine Minx in the horror film "MaXXXine," marking the conclusion of the "X" film series. This ongoing collaboration between Goth and director Ti West began in 2020 with the release of "X" and "Pearl" in 2022. Both West and Goth have been integral to...
The Best Plant-Based BBQ Ideas to Transform Your Summer Cookouts
Cookouts and backyard parties are a highlight of summer. Whether you are vegetarian, looking to explore healthier options or want to have foods for all your guests, these plant-based dishes are a great addition to your next summer cookout. A plant-based diet focuses on vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains...