The State Department confirmed Sunday that it was looking into reports that an Iranian-American citizen had been arrested in Iran. The news comes amid renewed tensions between Iran, which has long used Western detainees for leverage, and the United States, Israel’s biggest ally, following Israeli airstrikes on Iran last month....
A Vivid Trump-Harris Contrast in Campaign’s Grueling Final Days
It was the final Sunday of the campaign for president, and Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump were continuing to race across battleground states in their search for support. But in message and demeanor, Harris, the Democrat, and Trump, the Republican, could not have been more different. Harris began...
Harris and Trump Battle to the Wire in Swing States, Times/Siena Polls Find
The presidential race appears to be hurtling toward a photo finish, with the final set of polls by The New York Times and Siena College finding Vice President Kamala Harris showing new strength in North Carolina and Georgia as former President Donald Trump erases her lead in Pennsylvania and maintains...
Israel Says It Carried out Ground Raid Into Syria, Seizing a Syrian Citizen
JERUSALEM — The Israeli military said Sunday it carried out a ground raid into Syria, seizing a Syrian citizen involved in Iranian networks. It was the first time in the current war that Israel has announced sending troops into Syria. Syria did not immediately confirm the announcement. The army did...
At 91, Willie Nelson Has a New Album Out and a Cannabis Cookbook Coming
NEW YORK — Young musicians looking for longevity would be wise to follow the sensible word of Willie Nelson: Do what feels right, and if you're lucky enough to have a statue built in your honor in your city, remember that it is just something you've "got to go down...
Fresno State Bulldogs Stumble in Fourth Quarter, Suffer Narrow Loss to Hawai’i
Fresno State fell short in their bid for a repeat Mountain West Conference victory, as Hawai'i edged them out 21-20 on Saturday at Valley Children's Stadium. The Bulldogs now stand at 5-4 overall and 3-2 in conference play. Low-Scoring Start Sets the Tone The game began low scoring, as Hawai'i...
From Blue Cheese to Bacon: Peanut Butter Pairings That Will Shock You
Peanut butter is a childhood staple for many in the United States. Whether it's a classic PB&J sandwich, a fluffernutter, cookies or just a big spoonful, peanut butter is a nutritious, filling and versatile food that can be dressed up or down for any occasion. With National Peanut Butter Month...
Challengers Seek Seats on Tulare County Irrigation District Boards
Board seats on four Tulare County irrigation districts will be on the ballot this election. At least one of the districts has been in the news recently for its connection to a groundwater agency being sued for allegedly not doing enough to stem sinking beneath the Friant-Kern Canal. The Porterville...
Shy Pup Finds Hope with Foster Family, Evasion from Euthanasia
A McNab mix named Dani, once close to facing euthanasia due to extreme shyness, has found a second chance with a foster family. The pup’s journey began after a social media post highlighted her precarious position at the shelter. Days passed, and as the week ended with no adoption in...
Does Dill Have Magical Powers? What People Once Believed Food Could Do
How often have you seen someone in a movie make a necklace of garlic to protect themselves from a vampire? Of course, vampires aren't real but people once thought garlic and other foods did have magical powers. In time for Halloween, read on to learn more about this culinary sorcery....