About 300 Mendota families received boxes Saturday containing cereals, pasta, chicken, corned beef, and other food items, filling their pantries before the Thanksgiving holiday. The THANKS for GIVING with AMOR food distribution was coordinated by the Alliance for Medical Outreach and Relief (AMOR), with the assistance of contributors and volunteers,...
Israeli Military Under Pressure to Prove Gaza Hospital Hid Hamas Operations
The northern region of Gaza has been transformed into a desolate war zone, following the violent conflict between Israel and Hamas. The once bustling neighborhoods are now reduced to rubble, with the stench of decaying bodies permeating the air. The war has claimed more than 11,000 lives, according to the...
World Health Organization Labels Gaza Hospital a ‘Death Zone’
The World Health Organization has labeled the Alifa Hospital in Gaza a "death zone" following a brief visit by a United Nations team, according to a report by BBC News. The team reported evidence of shelling, gunfire, and a mass grave at the hospital, which has been surrounded and occupied...
United Nations: Gaza Is a ‘Graveyard for Thousands of Children’
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in the death of thousands of children, according to officials in the region. Meanwhile, the Israeli military maintains that it takes all possible precautions to prevent civilian casualties. But the reality on the ground paints a grim picture, with children like 9-year-old Khaled...
US Housing Market in Chaos: High Demand, Low Supply, and No Easy Solutions
The U.S. housing market is in a state of chaos, with affordability at an all-time low and mortgage rates at their highest since 2000. Despite these conditions, home prices continue to surge, and houses are selling faster than before the pandemic, indicating a strong demand. The root of the problem...
HBO’s John Oliver Discusses the Israel/Hamas War, Criticizes Congressman’s Comments
In a recent episode of HBO's "Last Week Tonight With John Oliver," the host took a humorous yet poignant approach to discussing the serious and ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Oliver, known for his satirical commentary on current events, addressed the recent attacks in Israel and the subsequent siege...
Covert Government Program Grants Law Enforcement Access to Trillions of US Phone Records
A covert government initiative, known as Data Analytical Services, has been granting federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies access to the phone records of U.S. citizens, even those not suspected of any criminal activity, according to a letter from Senator Ron Wyden to the Department of Justice. The DAS...
US Brokers Tentative Deal for Temporary Ceasefire, Hostage Release in Gaza
The United States is reportedly on the brink of brokering a deal between Israel and Hamas that would see a temporary cessation of conflict and the release of several hostages in Gaza. The agreement, which could be finalized in the coming days, would require a five-day halt in combat operations...
Over 600 OpenAI Employees Threaten to Quit, Join Microsoft
In a dramatic turn of events, over 600 employees of artificial intelligence firm OpenAI have threatened to resign and join former CEO Sam Altman at Microsoft unless the company's board steps down and reinstates Altman. The employees' ultimatum follows the controversial dismissal of Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman by the...
Fresno Police Lieutenant Accuses Department of Discrimination, Corruption
A veteran Fresno police officer has filed a claim for damages, accusing the police department and Mayor Jerry Dyer of “systemic racial discrimination” and corruption, veteran courts reporter Pablo Lopez reveals in a story for Fresno Spotlight. In his 18-page claim, Lt. Ignacio Ruiz Jr. names high-ranking police officials and...