Jessica Roy

3 weeks ago | sacbee.com | Jessica Roy |NYT Lifestyle

If people on your social media feed are suddenly referring to themselves in the third person -- and as lions, no less -- you’re not alone. The Sigma Lion meme, in which people refer to “the lion,” often as a veiled reference to themselves, has become somewhat ubiquitous online. If that makes no sense to you, here’s some helpful background. OK, where did this come from?

4 weeks ago | sfchronicle.com | Jessica Roy

Some people believe heat from the grill burns off germs and residue. Heat does a lot of work, but not all of it. Johannes Simon/Getty ImagesBreak out your metal spatula: Summer is finally here. It’s Memorial Day, the traditional start of grilling season. As you plan your summer cookouts and picnics, food safety experts have a few tips to keep in mind. Tips for grillingKeep it clean. Some people believe heat from the grill burns off germs and residue.

1 month ago | sfchronicle.com | Jessica Roy

In Klarna’s most recent earnings report, the financial technology company reported $136 million just in consumer credit losses. NurPhoto via Getty ImagesBuy Now, Pay Later lenders tout predictable payments and zero interest on purchases for those who don’t want to — or can’t — use a credit card. But data on both the companies that fund them and the people who use them show a troubling trend.

1 month ago | sfchronicle.com | Jessica Roy |Shira Stein

With Speaker of the House Mike Johnson by his side, President Trump speaks to the press following a House Republican meeting at the U.S. Capitol on May 20, 2025. Kevin Dietsch/TNSRepublican lawmakers in the House appeared to have reached a new agreement late Tuesday on the state and local tax deduction, commonly referred to as SALT, which had been one of the key sticking points in the passage of President Trump’s giant tax-and-spending bill.

1 month ago | sfchronicle.com | Jessica Roy

An aerial view of homes along Altamont Road in Los Altos, which has the highest average starter home price in the Bay Area, according to a Zillow analysis. Carlos Avila Gonzalez/The ChronicleOn the hunt for a starter home? If you’re looking in the Bay Area, come armed with a hefty down payment: In 59 cities, the average starter home will set you back at least $1 million, according to a recent analysis from Zillow.