When the holiday season rolls around, hospitals often bring in Santa Claus to spread cheer. But have you ever wondered who gets to play Santa? It turns out, there's a bit of a mystery around how this decision is made. Some say surgical specialists are the go-to Santas. Why? Well, people assume they
Diridon Station in San Jose is about to lose a beloved spot. The McCarthy’s Newsstand, a tiny stand in the corner of the historic train station, is closing its doors. Anne Zingale, who took over the business in 2022, got the news last month. The stand has been on a short-term lease for years. It wil
Santa Clarita United Methodist Church will host a vibrant Holiday Boutique this Saturday. The event, running from 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. , is a major fundraiser for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life in the Santa Clarita Valley. This isn't just any shopping event. It's a chance to support a
Larry Summers, a well-known figure in U. S. politics and academia, has recently stepped down from two significant positions. He left Santander's international advisory board, where he played a key role since 2016. This board focuses on advising the bank on topics like innovation and cybersecurity.
In 2025, the Santa Clarita Valley saw a mix of good and bad news when it comes to crime. Property crimes took a big dip, dropping by over 19%. This is great news for residents. But, violent crimes went up by 8. 78%. That's a concern. The biggest drop was in larceny thefts. These are crimes where so
Meghan Markle is stepping back into the acting world with a small role in the upcoming comedy "Close Personal Friends. " This film, currently being shot in Los Angeles, stars Lily Collins, Jack Quaid, Brie Larson, and Henry Golding. Other actors like Melissa Villaseñor and Natasia Demetriou are also
Santander UK has decided to keep its third-quarter results under wraps. This comes as they are looking closely at their car loan business. They don't think this will hurt their money reserves or how much cash they have on hand. Earlier, they set aside 293 million pounds to pay back customers if need
The University of Florida had a plan to appoint Santa Ono as their new president. Ono is well-known in academic circles. However, the state college board had other ideas. They voted against his appointment. The main issue? Ono's past support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and
Dr. Santa Ono has made quite the name for himself in the world of academic leadership. His journey is a mix of impressive achievements and surprising decisions. He is known for his ability to inspire and guide large academic institutions. But what does his success story look like in terms of money a
The Latino community in Santa Clara County faces serious health challenges. These issues are not new, but a recent health assessment has brought them into sharp focus. The report highlights that Latinos in the county experience higher rates of gun violence, obesity, and deaths from diabetes and hear
