How will a US aid freeze impact countries around the word? | NGO News
The US stops nearly all foreign aid as Trump pushes America-First policy.For decades, the United States has been the largest single donor of aid globally.…
Packers were stringing NFL titles before the Chiefs became super
We need the Super Bowl for more than multimillion-dollar TV ads and sexy extravaganza halftime shows. We also need it to happily prod us into…
Invincible? After historic offseason, the Dodgers sure seem like it
Invincible.The word first came to mind Wednesday afternoon when the Dodgers held a news conference to introduce a nervous kid who has never played a…
You have the brain of a genius if you can find the 8 hidden words in this tricky word search puzzle in just 180 seconds
YOU officially have the brain of a genius if you can find the eight hidden words in this tricky word search in just 180 seconds.The…
The week’s bestselling books, Jan. 19
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction. Source link
Kawhi Leonard starts and Clippers rally to defeat Miami Heat
Clippers players wore T-shirts with the words “L.A. STRONG” on them, and Clippers public address announcer Eric Smith delivered a pregame speech, offering encouragement to…
Female WW2 spy betrayed by double agent shouted single word of defiance before death
A new Sky History docu-drama, The Lost Women Spies, uncovers the incredible stories of the brave women who were recruited as secret agents during World…
The week’s bestselling books, Jan. 12
Hardcover fiction1. All Fours by Miranda July (Riverhead Books: $29) A woman upends her domestic life in this irreverent and tender novel. 2. James by…
Learn what kawaii means, and explore the 12 cutest places in L.A.
If you like your kawaii served with dinner, a live show and a hearty dose of immersive world-building, Asayoru Maid Cafe is the ideal destination.…
You’re the only guest at ‘Undersigned,’ a thrilling show in L.A.
Last summer I had a chance to strike a deal with the devil. I sat, contemplating my choice — what I could live without to…
The week’s bestselling books, Jan. 5
Hardcover fiction1. James by Percival Everett (Doubleday: $28) An action-packed reimagining of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” 412. All Fours by Miranda July (Riverhead Books:…
Imperial County’s Trump support tells a damning truth
Since the conclusion of the election, much of the media have painted Imperial Valley as having dramatically shifted its politics. With President-elect Donald Trump jumping…
The secret behind Jimmy Carter’s prolific writing career
After Jimmy Carter was defeated in the 1980 presidential election a reporter asked if he’d write a memoir. The reply was certain, “Yes ... I…
The election year was bruising for America. What does 2025 hold?
SACRAMENTO — How do you summarize — or make sense of — 2024? It’s been a year of upheaval, division, winners and losers. And perhaps most…
The week’s bestselling books, Dec. 29
Hardcover fiction1. James by Percival Everett (Doubleday: $28) An action-packed reimagining of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” 2. Intermezzo by Sally Rooney (Farrar, Straus &…
The week’s bestselling books, Dec. 22
Hardcover fiction1. James by Percival Everett (Doubleday: $28) An action-packed reimagining of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” 2. Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan…
Opinion: What will the military do if Trump gives illegal orders?
Every American in the armed forces, and any veteran who has served, hopes and prays for peace and stability under the recently reelected, incoming commander…
The week’s bestselling books, Dec. 15
Hardcover fiction1. James by Percival Everett (Doubleday: $28) An action-packed reimagining of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” 2. Wind and Truth by Brandon Sanderson (Tor…
Merriam-Webster announces ‘polarisation’ as 2024 word of the year | Arts and Culture News
Polarisation, a word that describes the division of two sharply distinct opposites, is the Merriam-Webster dictionary’s word of the year. “Polarisation means division, but it’s…
Merriam-Webster names ‘polarization’ its 2024 word of the year
Merriam-Webster said the political climate surrounding the 2024 presidential election led to its decision to name "polarization" its 2024 Word of the Year. File Photo…