Yosemite National Park’s longest-running Christmas tradition, the Bracebridge Dinner, is back after a five-year break, SFGATE reports. Held at the Ahwahnee Hotel, the multi-course, Tudor-style holiday feast has been a blend of pageantry, theater, and musical performance since its inception in 1927. The dinner features actors in elaborate costumes, including...
$197M Winning Lottery Ticket Bought in L.A. Must Be Postmarked Today or Forfeited
A $197 million Mega Millions jackpot remains unclaimed in California, with the deadline for redemption rapidly approaching. The winning ticket, purchased at a Chevron gas station in Encino, Los Angeles, on December 8, 2023, is set to expire this Saturday. "We have no way of knowing who has the second...
Raising Resilient Kids: 10 Powerful Phrases for Mental Strength
Psychotherapist Amy Morin emphasizes that raising mentally strong children goes beyond telling them to "toughen up." Instead, it's about equipping them with skills to tackle challenges, manage emotions, and believe in themselves. In her book "13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do," Morin outlines 10 simple yet powerful phrases parents...
Amnesty International Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza War
Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing genocide during its war in Gaza, marking the first time a major human rights organization has made such an allegation in an ongoing conflict, reported The Guardian. In a 296-page report, Amnesty detailed violations under the Genocide Convention, including killing, causing harm, and...
MSNBC Hits Two-Decade Ratings Low Amid Trump Victory and Network Turmoil
MSNBC suffered one of its worst days in two decades last week, grappling with declining viewership following President-elect Donald Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, reported Fox News. On Nov. 26, the network recorded its lowest-rated non-holiday weekday in the advertiser-coveted 25-54 age demographic since July 19, 2004, with...
Gov. Newsom Buys $9.1M Marin Mansion, Keeps $3.7M Home in Sacramento
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has expanded his real estate portfolio by purchasing a $9.1 million mansion in Marin County, as reported by Moneywise.com. The six-bedroom property, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a swimming pool, and a spa, is located near San Francisco. The purchase was made through MHBD Farms, LLC, an entity...
‘Misinformation Is an Attack on You’: Research Shows Alarming Increase in Social Media Manipulation
Social media manipulation and misinformation have reached unprecedented levels, with bots and troll farms playing a significant role in shaping online discourse. A recent analysis reveals the extent of this problem on platforms like X (formerly Twitter). A study by the Queensland University of Technology found that during the 2023...
Lebanon Ceasefire Offers Fragile Relief Amid Deepening Regional Tensions
A fragile ceasefire in Lebanon has brought relief to many after weeks of intense conflict, reported Jeremy Bowen of the BBC. Over 3,500 Lebanese citizens have been killed in Israeli strikes, with more than a million displaced. As families cautiously return to devastated homes, the ceasefire is seen as a...
Fresno Farmers Concerned About Trump’s Immigration Policies. Will There Be Labor Shortages?
California farmers, including many in Fresno County, face uncertainty over President-elect Donald Trump's immigration policies, particularly his pledge to deport undocumented immigrants, the Los Angeles Times reported. With over half of the state's 162,000 farmworkers estimated to be undocumented, mass deportations could devastate the agricultural workforce, leading to crops rotting...
Trump Plans to Test Controversial ‘Impoundment’ Theory to Defund Programs He Opposes
President-elect Donald Trump is planning to test a controversial legal theory, asserting that presidents have the power to withhold funding from programs they oppose. This strategy, known as "impoundment," could potentially shift significant budgetary control from Congress to the executive branch. Trump's plan challenges the long-standing constitutional principle that gives...