Charissa Thompson, a sideline reporter, has confessed to fabricating NFL sideline reports during live broadcasts. Thompson revealed her strategy during an interview on Pardon My Take, a Barstool podcast. She explained that when coaches failed to provide useful information, she would just invent one. Thompson has previously discussed this practice...
Colorado’s Three-Day Gun Waiting Period Upheld by Federal Judge
A federal judge in Colorado has upheld a state law mandating a three-day waiting period for gun purchases, despite a lawsuit claiming the law infringes on Second Amendment rights. The law, HB23-1219, was challenged by gun rights group Rocky Mountain Gun Owners and another plaintiff. However, Senior U.S. District Judge...
UC Merced Receives Approval for $300 Million Medical Education Building Construction
The University of California Regents have given the green light for the construction of a new medical education building at UC Merced. The approval, which came during their November 15 meeting, encompasses the final design, environmental impact findings, and the complete budget and financing plan. The $300 million project, designed...
NRA’s Membership and Revenue Plunge Amid Legal Troubles
The National Rifle Association, once a dominant force in American politics, is witnessing a significant decline in membership and revenue, according to recent reports. The organization, which has been a staunch advocate for Second Amendment rights since 1871, has seen its membership drop to less than half of the 10...
South Africa’s President Wants Israel Investigated for War Crimes in Gaza
South Africa's governing party, the African National Congress (ANC), has announced its support for a parliamentary motion to shut down the Israeli embassy in the country. The ANC's endorsement comes in response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, with the party also backing President Cyril Ramaphosa's call for the International...
Fresno State Alumni Celebrated as Health and Human Services Heroes
The College of Health and Human Services at Fresno State will celebrate eight individuals — all Fresno State alumni — for their contributions to the community during the 13th annual Health and Human Services Hero Awards, which will be held virtually at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, via Zoom. The...
Poll: Dems Increasingly Critical of Israel’s Response to Hamas, Biden’s Approval Rating Drops
The latest NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll reveals a divided American public over Israel's response to the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas. The survey shows a significant increase in the number of Democrats who believe Israel's response has been excessive. The poll also highlights a clear divide on whether the U.S. should...
Tens of Thousands March in DC, Rejecting Calls for Ceasefire in Israel-Hamas Conflict
A massive crowd of Israel supporters, estimated to be in the tens of thousands, convened in Washington D.C. on Tuesday to express their support for Israel's war against Hamas, voice their opposition to a ceasefire, and condemn the global increase in antisemitism. The rally, held at the National Mall, was...
Spamouflage: China’s Massive Online Disinformation Campaign Targets Americans
The Chinese government is reportedly running the world's largest online disinformation operation, using it to harass and intimidate US citizens, politicians, and businesses, according to a CNN review of court documents and public disclosures by social media companies. The operation, known as "Spamouflage" or "Dragonbridge," uses hundreds of thousands of...
Kevin McCarthy Accused of Physical Altercation with GOP Colleague
Ex-House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was reportedly involved in a physical altercation with fellow Republican in the Capitol building Tuesday. The incident, which was reported by NPR's Claudia Grisales on X (formerly Twitter), involved McCarthy and Rep. Tim Burchett, leading to a chase and verbal exchange in the hallway. Burchett, who was...