The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on a Venezuelan actress for allegedly using her entertainment career to launder money and support the Tren de Aragua gang. Jimena Araya, also known as "Rosita" for the name of her character in comedy shows "Cheverísimo" and "¡A que te ríes!," is romantically...
Trump Met With Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Export Controls, Source Says
President Donald Trump met with chip giant Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang on Wednesday to discuss export controls, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters. Nvidia did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. Huang was in the U.S. capital meeting with lawmakers, where he told them that state-by-state...
What Could Make Russia Want Peace?
After nearly five hours of talks Tuesday between U.S. and Russian negotiators about ending the war in Ukraine, no breakthroughs emerged. According to a Russian negotiator, President Vladimir Putin was critical of the proposals. Before the talks, the Russian leader even said he was willing to wage war with Ukraine’s...
Oil Settles Slightly Higher as Moscow Peace Talks Fail To Reach Breakthrough
HOUSTON, Dec 3 — Oil prices settled higher on Wednesday after the U.S. and Russia failed to reach a deal to end the war in Ukraine that could have eased sanctions on Moscow's oil sector, though gains were held back by fears of oversupply. Brent crude closed 22 cents, or...
Comedy Legend Tim Allen Announces Fresno Show
Comedy star and actor Tim Allen will bring his stand-up tour to Fresno at Warnors Center For The Performing Arts on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. PT at ticketmaster.com, with presales available throughout the week. The show is open to guests 18 and...
Wired Wednesday: California Botches 911 Upgrade Under Newsom
GV Wire News Director Bill McEwen talks with KMPH Fox 26 “Great Day” anchor Liz Gonzalez about California's failed attempts to improve state government and better assist residents through technology programs. California has spent $450 million on a new 911 system touted by Gov. Gavin Newsom that doesn't work. The...
Trump’s NASA Pick To Stress Moon Race Urgency in Second Senate Hearing
WASHINGTON, Dec 3 — Billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead NASA and an ally of Elon Musk, will face his second confirmation hearing on Wednesday before a Senate panel that will examine whether his private-sector experience can steer the U.S. back to the moon before...
Which City in America Has the Best Food?
Residents of cities throughout the United States take great pride in the delicious dishes put together by their local restaurants. It's all about savory meals, full tummies, and bragging rights. So, which city claimed the crown for 2025 in Conde Nast Traveler's Readers Choice Awards? None other than Oakland, which...
Trump Promised a San Francisco Crime Crackdown. His Administration Did the Opposite
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 2 — President Donald Trump vowed this year to flood San Francisco with federal agents – and even soldiers – to crack down on crime. Instead, his administration has quietly taken law enforcement away, leaving the city with less help to fight its deadly drug crisis. The number of people charged with federal crimes in San Francisco and surrounding cities through November...
‘The President Has the Final Word’ on Pardons, US Attorney Says
NEW YORK — A packed room of lawyers gathered Tuesday at the city’s bar association in midtown Manhattan to hear Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, be interviewed about the job he has held since President Donald Trump appointed him in April. Clayton’s appearance...