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State Sen. Brian Dahle, candidate for governor of California, answers questions from CalMatters reporters in Sacramento on April 5, 2022.

What would Brian Dahle do as California governor?

In a 90-minute interview, the farmer and state senator from Lassen County talks about crime, climate change and the cost of living, and vows to cooperate with Democrats.

After users began observing a trend in candle reviews, one researcher decided to find out if it held any significance.

Why did he suspect a COVID surge was coming? He followed the digital breadcrumbs

A theory about online candle reviews and COVID cases was put under the microscope, and has taken on new relevance amid concern at the lack of official data heading into another winter.

Ukrainians express worries over conscription following Russia's invasion

After Russia's invasion, Ukraine announced martial law in February and issued a travel ban, so most men couldn't leave the country. Many have since felt trapped and worry they'll be drafted to fight.

Health officials are predicting this winter could see an active flu season on top of potential COVID surges. In short, it's a good year to be a respiratory virus. Left: Image of SARS-CoV-2 omicron virus particles (pink) replicating within an infected cell (teal). Right: Image of an inactive H3N2 influenza virus.

Flu is expected to flare up in U.S. this winter, raising fears of a 'twindemic'

After virtually disappearing for the last two years, there are troubling clues that the flu could come roaring back this year, to cause trouble alongside COVID.

Before the government banned motorcycle taxis in several busy districts in Lagos, these vehicles, known as o<em>kadas, </em>were a welcome option for commuters. Now they're out of luck — and so are the drivers, who risk having their bike impounded and facing arrest if they violate the ban.

It's definitely not a good year to be a motorcycle taxi driver in Nigeria

They've been banned in many districts in bustling Lagos. Commuters who rely on the taxis are in a pickle. And the drivers can't earn a living. What's behind this prohibition?

Russian tanks take part in training drills in southern Russia this week as it rejects Western complaints about its troop buildup near Ukraine.

U.S. is 'fully prepared' if Russia invades Ukraine, secretary of state says

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. is planning "things that we have not done in the past" if Russia invades Ukraine. Where do things stand now, and what can the U.S. do at this point?

Sonia García, president of the Latina Muslim Foundation, plays with a cat at the Assabil shelter for Muslim migrants in Tijuana.

'From haram to halal': How a bar became a shelter for Muslim migrants in Mexico

A new shelter in Tijuana, Mexico, has become a beacon for Muslim migrants. For the first time, they have a dedicated space where they can practice their faith while searching for a better life beyond.

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., is calling for the repeal of the Espionage Act.

Sen. Rand Paul wants to repeal the Espionage Act amid the Mar-a-Lago investigation

This is the first time in U.S. history a former president has been investigated for possibly violating the 1917 law. But it's not the first time the Espionage Act has been under scrutiny, experts say.

Tucker Bubacz, a 17-year-old senior, climbs into the cab of a semi truck just outside Williamsport High School in Williamsport, Md. on Monday, Oct. 17, 2022.

The driver of the big rig one lane over might soon be one of these teenagers

The trucking industry projects it will need to hire over a million drivers over the next decade. One idea that's gained some traction: Bring in younger drivers, starting in high school.

A soldier in territory controlled by pro-Russian militants in eastern Ukraine.

President Biden says a Russian invasion of Ukraine 'would change the world'

Biden said should Russian President Putin move in using the more than 100,000 Russian troops surrounding Ukraine, "it would be the largest invasion since World War II. It would change the world."

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