RANCH OF HOLLYWOOD

Mar 28 2026POLITICS

U. S. Plans Limited Iran Action Without Ground Forces

Officials in Washington believe they can handle Iran’s military threats without sending soldiers into combat. Speaking after meetings with global allies, a top diplomat said the U. S. expects to wrap up its campaign in weeks, not months. The focus is on weakening Iran’s ability to launch missiles an

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Mar 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity families swap Hollywood for France

Hollywood actors are packing up and moving to France, chasing privacy and a calmer life for their children. The trend began with big names like George and Amal Clooney, Angelina Jolie and Natalie Portman. They say the U. S. film scene feels like a pressure cooker, with every comment watched fo

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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Feb 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Hollywood's New AI Classroom

Hollywood is changing fast. AI is taking over, and people are feeling the heat. Michael Eng, a visual effects pro, found himself out of a job. He saw a problem: he didn't know AI. So, he turned to Curious Refuge, an online school teaching filmmaking with AI. Curious Refuge is like a lifeline for Ho

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Jan 19 2026OPINION

Hollywood's Shift: When Stories Become Less About Fun and More About Lessons

Hollywood has been making some odd choices lately. Instead of focusing on exciting stories, they are adding lessons about social issues. This is not always working well. For example, in the show "Stranger Things, " a character comes out as gay. This is a big moment, but it feels out of place. The sh

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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Jan 13 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Stand Up Against ICE at Golden Globes

Hollywood made a bold statement at the Golden Globes. Many celebrities chose to wear small pins to support a cause. These pins were black and white. They had two messages: \"ICE OUT\" and \"BE GOOD. \" The pins honored Renee Good. She was a woman who died this week. An ICE agent was involved in her

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

Rancho Cordova's Big Bet on a New Arena

Rancho Cordova is making a big move. They just approved a $940, 000 subsidy to help build a new sports and entertainment arena. This isn't just about sports. It's about bringing in hotels, shops, and maybe even new homes. The city thinks this project, called "Dova, " will bring lots of jobs and mon

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Dec 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Faith on the Big Screen: Hollywood's New Trend

Hollywood is buzzing with a new wave of films and shows that dive into faith and spirituality. This isn't just about big-name actors playing religious figures. It's about stories that resonate with people of faith, often focusing on Christianity. Shows like "The Chosen" and movies like "The Saints"

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