Unsurprisingly, many American voters including Republicans are alarmed, stunned, and fearful of the draconian, unconstitutional steps the new…
I believe the Universe speaks to us in quiet, subtle ways. Sometimes it’s a nudge to take action, other times it’s intuition gently advising us to…
While I’m curled up in my warm, cushy bed, my distant Czech cousins are out there, racing through the freezing Eagle Mountain range with their…
Image caption: That's the purpose of the Signature Dance, Nov. 14, in Oakmont Country Club, sponsored by La Cadena Women's Club of Burbank…
Censorship is here. This is how it's going to go. Be forewarned. Be safe.…
Did you know that National Black History Month has been around since 1926? With the exception of its first two years, each year has focused on a…
So I ended up painting. Still a work in progress, but it served its purpose…
It’s possible considering Trump’s pick to head up his White House Faith Office. I wonder what’s happened to separation between church and state?…
Last month, one of Elon Musk’s rockets blew up minutes after launching, casting its debris across the Caribbean and creating mass chaos as air…
Remember ... your value does not decrease based on someone's inability to see your worth. You might not feel worthy, you might not think you are…
Imagine that you’re curious to learn more about your family tree, and as millions have done, send a saliva sample to an ancestry company. However…
Florida’s orange growers and the orange juice industry have a problem, and it’s called Huanglongbing, or HLB. An incurable bacterial disease…
No one is completely wrong all of the time. Nor is anyone entirely correct all of the time. Can anyone actually discern the whole truth and…
Tonight the Quotidians, a group of like minded quote-lovers, took up the words of one of the world’s most prolific speakers—Winston Churchill, the…
We often aim to accumulate more and more stuff thinking that it will make us happier, our lives more richer. But does it really? Or does it just…
Polysorbate 80, guar gum, carboxymethylcellulose, and carrageenan aren’t words heard in everyday life, but depending on your diet, you may be…
Image caption: Bruce Fossler, right, a 12-year-old champion bubble blower, shows Bobby Papenguth, 10, left, how an expert blows prize-…
In his post on X about USAID, Elon Musk bragged about feeding the Agency into “the wood chipper” instead of using that time to go to “some great…
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Recently, I’ve been stuck on these three simple words which are, according to our president, enemies of the state…
Wise words from the old-timer.
Acknowledge that the thoughts in your mind (about 60,000 per day) aren't facts. Just because you have a thought, doesn't make it true. Observe…
As Americans come to grips with the stunning change in ideals and values imposed on our nation, many despair what the future will bring.
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Many people in our country are already suffering—before the budget slashing kicks them in the gut. The immigrants among them are now pushed onto…
It is naturally hard to let go of or give up something that feels good, that helps us tap into our inner joy. We want to hold on to it as long as…
Question: Should I call this a "democracy" when Republican leaders are coerced into complying with Trump 100%?
Image caption: Exuberant Beatle enthusiasts proudly display souvenirs and art work.
Fans of The Beatles wait outside El Portal Theater in…
Have you ever been certain of something only to find out that you were wrong? Well, what if you were to ask yourself, "Am I sure?" Maybe if you…
This mama knew where to go to get help for her sick puppy.…
Kathy Faith is the founder of Happy Harvesters, an organization that harvests backyard fruit trees and donates their bounty to food pantries…
These cute babies weren't discouraged by their lack of success on their first try. They just kept at it. See what happens…
Three months after Hurricane Helene tore through North Carolina, the destruction still weighs heavily on the small community of Bat Cave. The once…
Don't be afraid to be yourself. Be afraid not to. You don't deserve to be someone else's double!…
I'm not the only one that's a scaredy-dog. See how fiercely frightened my pup pals are…
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Image caption: North Hollywood football players roar in practice. Linemen are Martin Goldhaber, left, Bill Cumpanas, John Gonska.
Yesterday, President Trump rescinded 76 of the Biden administration’s executive orders. According to the new order, “The previous administration…
I don't know about you all, but this has been an extremely sad and disappointing day for me.
The country is now in the hands of someone…
It was a typical Friday evening on Interstate 10 in Los Angeles. Traffic was bumper-to-bumper, moving intermittently at 5 miles per hour. I needed…
In the streets of Gaza, there’s a jubilant expectation of a return to normalcy. In Israel, as in the U.S., families of those kidnapped are on pins…
Seeing these babies frolic in their safe playground gave me a big smile. So darn cute! Here's the short article and video; enjoy!…
Image summary: Northridge youth reportedly menaced child with screwdriver, then kidnapped two women. The man held a screwdriver in the girl'…
This is an interesting article I read with regards to how our brain perceived information. Maybe it's not our fault, after all, but our brain's!…
As a lifelong Californian, I’ve seen my fair share of wildfire seasons, but in recent years, the scale has been cataclysmic. Over the past few…
Today’s Notable Quotable is from Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She writes about the threats to…
Findings from a global analysis in Nature Medicine have found that sugary drink consumption is responsible for millions of new diabetes and heart…
There’s something magical about wildlife photography—the way it brings the untamed beauty of nature right to our fingertips. Ayush Singh has…
We are in the midst of a climate war, though no one will call it that. Its battlefield is your backyard, the local church, a neighborhood school,…
This new California law builds on the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent rule targeting “junk fees,” taking a step further to protect…
I’ve written previously about the Body Mass Index, or BMI, a measurement system healthcare providers use to assess risk for health conditions…
Image caption: Christie, 6, John, 3, and Paul Wilson, 8, from top, perform for photographer George Brich during playtime at Van Nuys-Sherman…
In a democracy, we all have the privilege of choosing our path forward. Wealthy or not, each of us can choose between two opposite pathways. I…
In 1919, it was discovered that Vitamin D cured rickets, a childhood bone disease that stunted growth and caused various orthopedic issues. In…
As someone who appreciates the power of photography to reveal the unseen, I find trail cameras fascinating. These devices are like nature’s hidden…
Image caption: Unusual photo by Valley Times TODAY photographer George Brich shows Polytechnic High School's brilliant gymnast Chuck Casey doing…
As this year came to a close, so did the long life of former President Jimmy Carter. As news media outlets challenge the merits of his presidency…
This week, I had an experience that reminded me that life can alter in the blink of an eye, and each day brings things to feel grateful for…
Cheers to the architect who designed this. Amazing and fun too!
I don't know who she/he is or even where this masterpiece is located. I've…
Question: Should I install a motion sensor sprinkler to deter intruders from coming into my backyard?
People won’t always remember the details of your life—the job title you held, the car you drove, or how much money you made. Those things might…
A few years may have passed since Corey Patrick’s story captured hearts nationwide, but its impact remains just as powerful. The Alabama teenager…
This pooch might be taking his importance too far—could this be considered blackmail?
For years, the negative impacts of bullying weren’t given much thought and were perceived by some as a normal part of childhood. Fortunately, some…
Image article summary: A child's face speaks the universal wonderment of Christmas. It tells a story of unquestioned love and peace. The…
The World Happiness Report, a publication ranking countries’ happiness levels, has released its annual findings, and the US is heading in the…
We all get ourselves into messes sometimes. It’s just part of life, plain and simple. But the difference between a man and a boy is how you handle…
No DNA test required on these two.
I know what it’s like to feel completely overwhelmed. You’re juggling work deadlines, trying to keep up with the house repairs that never end,…
At a news conference announcing the indictment of Luigi Mangione, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch displayed outrage at those cheering the CEO’s…
Emma Patterson’s story is deeply moving, not only for her immense kindness but also for her selflessness and love throughout her life. Over the…
The smell of meat cooking in my pellet grill.
Keep your hands warm with these brown, black, and beige patterned knit gloves; will fit a woman with small to medium sized hands.
Image caption: Twin sisters Nina and Tina and other children surround Santa Claus as he gets ready to hand out gifts. The event is an annual…
A Bizarro replay that's spot on.
Will this duo master the challenge of self control?…
The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Pierre Portolano’s beautiful nature photos feel like a breath of fresh air. His…
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Scott Dixon didn’t hesitate. When he saw the pickup truck veer across the lane and plunge into the flood channel, his instincts and years of…
