MALMO, Sweden — Swiss singer Nemo won the 68th Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday night with “The Code,” an operatic ode to the singer’s journey toward embracing their nongender identity. Nemo beat Croatia’s Baby Lasagna to the title by winning the most points from a combination of national juries and viewers...
‘They Tortured Us’: Rohingya Survivors Tell Their Stories
MEULABOH — The boat glided across waters that were dark and still, under a night sky that was cloudless and calm. But on board, the 12-year-old girl quaked with fear. The captain and crew who she says had tortured her and three other women and girls were not finished. And...
Former Ultra-MAGA Supporter Shares Journey of Rejecting Trumpism and GOP
Rich Logis, a former staunch Republican and Ultra-MAGA supporter, recently shared his personal journey in an opinion piece for Newsweek. Logis, who voted for Donald Trump four times and actively participated in volunteer calls for both Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, says he was once a strong proponent of...
City of Fresno Partnering with Home Repair Co. That Was Once Fined Millions
A home repair company is marketing protection for Fresno homeowner sewer and water lines, with data purchased directly from the city. Despite the warnings of scams in the name of government agencies, the city says this offer is legitimate. Use of the city's logo is with permission. "Homeowners are responsible...
Navigating the Comfort Food Culture Trends and Insights
According to a survey by the International Food Information Council (IFIC), 60% of Americans say they have been somewhat or very stressed over the past six months. As a result, 51% admit they’ve been more likely to consume more food and beverages that are less healthy than they usually eat....
Pet-Owners: Watch Out for Foxtail Seed Pods That Can Harm Your Dog or Cat This Summer
Across much of the United States, spring is in full force. With warmer weather, people are taking their furry family members out on longer walks and spending more time outside. Alongside blooming flowers and trees, your pet might run into a small, unassuming grass seed pod known as a foxtail....
When You Can’t Read a Medicine Bottle: California Immigrants Struggle with Low English Literacy
Nine years ago, Analilia Gutierrez gave birth to her son, a micro preemie who needed intensive care. At the time, Gutierrez, an immigrant from Mexico, spoke and read little English. Filling out health forms and trying to keep up with her son’s care was an overwhelming experience. Interpreters, if available,...
Beloved LA Entertainment Anchor Sam Rubin Dies at 64
LOS ANGELES — Sam Rubin, a beloved entertainment anchor and reporter for KTLA in Los Angeles who was on a first-name basis with Hollywood's top stars, has died. He was 64. The station announced that he died unexpectedly on Friday. No cause was released. Rubin joined the station's morning news...
Fresno Student Pilot Makes History with First-in-Nation Flight Training in Electric Plane
A new era in aviation quietly took flight Thursday at Fresno's Chandler Airport as 18-year-old student pilot Josiah Bohanon of Fresno became the first person in the nation to log official flight training hours in an all-electric aircraft. The milestone flight took place in a Pipistrel Alpha Electro owned by...
Giants Trade Daulton Jefferies to Pirates, Mitch White to Brewers
SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Giants acquired minor league outfielder Rodolfo Nolasco from the Pirates on Friday in a trade that sent right-hander Daulton Jefferies to Pittsburgh. San Francisco also dealt right-hander Mitch White to the Milwaukee Brewers for cash. Jefferies' Journey Back to the Field The 28-year-old Jefferies...