Technology
'Ah! Rejected, yet again': How this 45-year-old turned his 'demoralizing' job search into a one-man show
After months of fruitlessly searching for a job, Tim Millard decided to turn his calamity into comedy.
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2026-09-07
257 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Bay Area
10 of the best San Francisco public playgrounds, according to local experts
We asked parents who work with kids where they take their own. Here are the play areas they swear by.
Science
28 Travel Jackets for Every Climate, Itinerary, and Jet-Setting Style
Before you hit the road this fall, be sure to pack the right travel jacket for your itinerary—from lightweight cotton styles to designer raincoats, here are some of our favorites.
Culture
36 Bridal Clutches, Purses, and Handbags to Carry on Your Big Day
Make sure every detail of your look feels special, including the bag you carry. Shop 36 of the best bridal clutches, purses, and handbags.
Culture
4 Key Takeaways From Tokyo Fashion Week SS27
With many emerging local designers showing outside of TFW, the SS27 schedule felt sparse. But this season, JFWO seized the opportunity to showcase international talent.
Bay Area
4th member of California family dies after Fresno-area small plane crash
A fourth person has died following a small plane crash Saturday in the Fresno area.
Technology
A $2,000 iPhone is coming soon as Apple aims for high-end buyers
Apple’s launch event on Wednesday is likely to feature the iPhone 18 and 18 Pro — as well as a foldable iPhone Ultra with a starting price near $2,000.
Markets
A Century and a Half of Putting People First
By Mike Scott Bell & Hudson Insurance Agency has built its business around a simple idea that insurance is ultimately about people, relationships, and keeping promises. In fact, it has been doing that since the late 1800s. That philosophy has …
News
A whiplash election year enters its final stretch as Trump holds wild cards
As the final midterm of Donald Trump's presidency rapidly approaches, the landscape is proving especially volatile, with Trump often stirring the tumult.
Technology
AI Filmmaking’s Future Debated by Alibaba, Sonilo, PROMPTR Executives at TapNow and Dogme23’s Venice Production Bridge Panel
Executives from Alibaba Token Hub, Sonilo and PROMPTR joined film educator Barry Dignam at a TapNow-hosted panel during the Venice Film Festival’s Venice Production Bridge to debate AI filmmaking’s creative and economic impact, capped by a technical breakdown of the AI-generated series “Primodia.” The panel, titled “AI x Cinema: The 10,000 Parallel Universes Initiative,” was […]
Culture
ARIA Award for Best Music Festival Returns for Second Year
Laneway Festival won the inaugural award in 2025.
Bay Area
Amazon plane crash: Investigators hunt for what went wrong after cargo plane crashed in Miami, killing at least 5
Investigators are detailing plans for determining what caused an Amazon cargo jet to barrel off a runway at Miami International Airport, killing at least five people.
California
Amber Alert is issued for girl, 14, and fugitive father after baby found dead
An Amber Alert was issued for a 14-year-old girl. Monterey County authorities who had issued a murder warrant are saying she is also a victim as they investigate her baby's death.
Bay Area
Amber Alert issued for teen linked to deceased infant found in Monterey County
The teen was last seen with her father on August 4.
Technology
Armed man charged toward Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, law enforcement says
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says an armed assailant charged toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before he was stopped by troopers.
Bay Area
Aryna Sabalenka complains about the smell of marijuana during her US Open match
Aryna Sabalenka finally found something that could stop her at the U.S. Open: the smell of marijuana.
Technology
Assad-era Syrian reactor was configured for nuclear weapons, IAEA chief says
The Assad-era government in Syria was constructing a nuclear reactor that was configured to produce fissile material for possible use in nuclear weapons, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency
Technology
Audi’s new A2 E-tron is its most affordable and efficient EV yet
When shopping for an electric vehicle, affordability is becoming a more common trait. But affordable and energy efficient is truly a rare breed. Often you have to sacrifice one for the other. Want something affordable? Great, here's a range loser. Want something that goes the distance? Be ready to pay the price. Surprisingly, here comes […] When shopping for an electric vehicle, affordability is becoming a more common trait. But affordable and energy efficient is truly a rare breed. Often you have to sacrifice one for the other. Want something affordable? Great, here's a range loser. Want something that goes the distance? Be ready to pay the price. Surprisingly, here comes Audi to split the difference. The German automaker's new A2 E-tron compact crossover is inexpensive, starting at just £32,200 (about $45,000). And it absolutely impresses with an ultra low drag coefficient
Culture
Bad Bunny Wins First Primetime Emmy for 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show: Updated
The program won seven Emmys, more than any other Super Bowl Halftime Show in history.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 6 at 8:46PM PDT until September 7 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. . * IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 7 at 2:12PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...Through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially pulling swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks. Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will occur around 6.5 feet at 730pm today and 6.5 feet at 830pm on Tuesday.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 7 at 3:10AM PDT until September 7 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. . * IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
Technology
Belgian Royalty Series ‘King of Hearts’ Secures Key VRT Backing (EXCLUSIVE)
Enterprising Flemish broadcaster VRT has boarded the historical coming-of-age drama series ‘King of Hearts’ from Giles Coulier, whose company, De Wereldvrede, is behind such hits as 2019 series “War of the Worlds” and Prix Europa winner, “Albatros.” As continental royalty series hit ratins and sales – think “Maxima” – “King of Hearts,” currently in development, […]
Technology
Bentley’s Torcal EV tries to balance authenticity with fake V8 sounds
Thanks to their ability to provide a smooth ride and quiet powertrain with ease, electric vehicles are a true shoo-in for the high-end luxury automotive segment. Rolls-Royce has the Spectre, Cadillac's Celestiq is taking bespoke to a whole new level, and Mercedes has given the EQS the full Maybach treatment. From Volkswagen Auto Group, Bentley […] Thanks to their ability to provide a smooth ride and quiet powertrain with ease, electric vehicles are a true shoo-in for the high-end luxury automotive segment. Rolls-Royce has the Spectre , Cadillac's Celestiq is taking bespoke to a whole new level, and Mercedes has given the EQS the full Maybach treatment . From Volkswagen Auto Group, Bentley is just about to debut its 2027 Torcal, a spacious SUV that shares a platform with the electrified Porsche Cayenne. I recently got a quick ride in a heavily camouflaged preproduction Torcal as a w
Technology
Billy Joel Announces Death of Early Bandmate Jon Small
Small and Joel played together in the Hassles and Attila before the future Piano Man had affair with Small's wife, temporarily ending their friendship
Technology
Bruce Campbell Says He Has 5 Years to Live After Cancer Diagnosis
“With the type of cancer that I have, which I don’t want to get into, the current thing is a five-year deal,” Campbell said. “I’ve decided pretty specifically though to live with it, not die from it.”
Technology
Burning Man's trash fence captures strange garbage and stranger people
My unusual journey around Black Rock City's far-flung perimeter.
Markets
Buy a Ticket — Vogue Business Global Summit: New York
Join us on 4 November for our annual Global Summit.
Technology
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: China's weak consumer becomes the world's problem
A Group of 20 finance meeting in the U.S. this month has now elevated the debate over whether China's exports have cost people in other countries their jobs.
California
California community colleges wanted more bachelor’s degrees. Now they are opposed
CALIFORNIA’S COMMUNITY COLLEGES have been trying for several years to offer more bachelor’s degrees. This year, they put their hopes in two sweeping bills designed to help them do that. But lawmakers made massive, last-minute changes that prompted the state’s community colleges to now oppose the legislation. The abrupt change of heart, spurred by new […] The post California community colleges wanted more bachelor’s degrees. Now they are opposed appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
California flight instructor Danna Eady and her two sons killed in Fresno plane crash
Danna Eady, 41, died after the aircraft she was piloting crashed Saturday afternoon just off the runway at Sierra Sky Park Airport in Fresno.
California
California politicians promised white gold in ‘Lithium Valley.’ But are those dreams fading?
This California desert region was touted as the ‘Saudi Arabia of lithium.’ Years later, projects are behind schedule and workers are waiting for jobs.
Culture
Carrie Underwood Surprises Fans With Limp Bizkit Cover at Velocity Festival
Underwood performed Limp Bizkit's 1999 hit "Break Stuff," for which she donned a backward red baseball cap in a nod to frontman Fred Durst.
Technology
Catherine Zeta-Jones’ Real Swansea Accent Is Loud and Proud in Trailer for AMC+’s ‘Kill Jackie’
The Welsh Oscar-winner plays Jackie Price in the series adaptation of Aidan Truhen's novel 'The Price You Pay.'
Technology
Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s Parents Lobby for Death Penalty if D4vd Found Guilty of Daughter’s Murder
"If the death penalty were activated, it would be perfect for this kind of human being, devoid of feelings and emptiness inside," says family of victim who would have turned 16 on Monday
Technology
China says it will pump $54 billion into banks and insurers — but their stocks still fell
With a bigger capital cushion, financial institutions may also be asked to do more to mobilize resources in capital markets, analysts say.
Markets
Chip stock investors beware — these charts could warn of further weakness ahead
U.S. stock investors have reason to pay attention to the currency market for signs of how money may be flowing in and out of chip stocks.
Culture
Ciara Is Pregnant! The Singer Is Expecting Her Fifth Child With Russell Wilson
“One more person to love,” so said Ciara and Russell Wilson as they joyfully revealed the news of their fifth child.
Culture
Ciara Is Pregnant, Expecting Baby No. 5 With Russell Wilson
"One more person to love," she captioned her pregnancy announcement.
Technology
Ciara Miller Gets a Reality Check
The former ICU nurse has conquered Bravo, survived a shocking public betrayal and landed on her feet with 'Dancing With the Stars.'
Technology
Ciara and Russell Wilson Are Expecting Another Baby
“One more person to Love," she captioned an Instagram post.
Technology
Ciara’s Best Pregnancy Shoe Style Moments Over the Years, From Saint Laurent Pumps to Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandals
The singer just revealed she is expecting her fifth child.
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 6 at 9:25PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet for south and southwestern-facing beaches and 4 to 7 feet for west-facing beaches. Strong and dangerous rip and longshore currents. Minor coastal flooding from a combination of high surf and high astronomical tides. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...Through 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted tides for La Jolla, CA: Mon, Sep 7 2026: 6.5 feet at 7:00 PM PDT Tue, Sep 8 2026: 6.8 feet at 8:00 PM PDT.
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 7 at 1:29PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet with sets up to 9 feet, highest at south and southwest-facing beaches. Strong and dangerous rip and longshore currents. Minor coastal flooding from a combination of high surf and high astronomical tides during the evenings. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted higher high tides: Newport Beach: Today: 6.8 feet at 7:08 PM. Tuesday: 7.0 feet at 7:59 PM. La Jolla: Today: 6.7 feet at 7:03 PM. Tuesday: High 6.9 feet at 7:54 PM PDT.
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 7 at 1:40AM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet with sets up to 10 feet, highest at south and southwest-facing beaches. Strong and dangerous rip and longshore currents. Minor coastal flooding from a combination of high surf and high astronomical tides during the evenings. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted higher high tides: Newport Beach: Today: 6.2 feet at 7:08 PM. Tuesday: 6.4 feet at 7:59 PM. La Jolla: Today: 6.1 feet at 7:03 PM. Tuesday: High 6.3 feet at 7:54 PM PDT. Recently, actual tide levels have been measured at roughly six inches higher than predicted levels.
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 7 at 2:12PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, moderate coastal flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with local sets to 12 feet and dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents, largest on south- facing shores. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially pulling swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. Significant beach erosion will occur. Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, walkways, and low-lying roads. Of particular c
Culture
Connor Storrie Officially Debuts His Buzzcut at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmys
The “Heated Rivalry” star walked the red carpet with his mom and a dramatic new haircut, swapping his signature curls for a shorn look.
Technology
Crashed Amazon cargo jet struck two vehicles, ended up 1,300 feet past runway, NTSB says
The chair of the National Transportation Safety Board didn't provide details on the cause of the crash in Miami, which killed at least five people.
Technology
Creative Arts Emmys, Night 2: Winners List
Sunday's ceremony includes the high-profile guest acting categories and the limited series supporting actor and actress awards.
Technology
Data centers in space: Four big obstacles and Elon Musk's ambitious timeline
Data centers in space: Four big obstacles and Elon Musk's ambitious timeline
California
Data from 911 calls at ICE detention centers must be released under bill going to Newsom
The California Legislature passed a bill that would force disclosure of information about emergency calls at immigrant detention centers.
Technology
David Harbour Thanks HBO for “Tons of Notes” as He Lands First Emmy Win
Harbour won best supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie for his portrayal of Floyd Smernitch in 'DTF St. Louis.'
Technology
David Harbour Wins Emmy for Supporting Actor in Limited Series for ‘DTF: St. Louis’
David Harbour has won the Emmy for Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for his portrayal of Floyd Smernitch in HBO Max’s “DTF St. Louis.” This marks the actor’s first Emmy win. As an executive producer on the series, he is also up for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series for “DTF […]
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Culture
EU seeks to reassure a Trump-rattled Greenland with promise of a new partnership and investment
The European Union is promising Greenland a stronger partnership and hundreds of millions of euros in investment, wanting to reassure Greenland after U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to take control of the island.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Access to Lacoste’s Latest Capsule Requires Getting a Room
The Hoxton and Lacoste created a limited-edition collection created in collaboration with artist Michael McGregor.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Formula 1 Taps Spanish Sportswear Brand Pompeii for Capsule Collection
The unisex apparel line will launch Tuesday to mark the return of the Spanish Grand Prix.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Furniture Firm Poltrona Frau Poaches New CEO From Dolce & Gabbana
Giovanni Baldi most recently served as president EMEA at Dolce & Gabbana and spent more than two decades at Gucci.
Bay Area
EXCLUSIVE: Oakland woman relearns to walk and speak after near-fatal crash involving kid drivers
Kiara Bowling's family is calling her a "walking miracle" as she takes some of her first steps and continues to recover from a traumatic brain injury after nearly dying when she was struck by a vehicle driven by 7- and 4-year-old brothers in Oakland.
Technology
EcoFlow makes the miniature power station even smaller
If you're in the market for a tiny power station that punches well above its size and weight then have a look at EcoFlow's new fourth-generation River series. The River 260 Gen4 features a 256Wh capacity battery while the 520 Gen4 packs in 512Wh - storing about 2.5x and 5x the energy of the largest […] The River 260 Gen4 (on the table) powering a portable fridge, Starlink Mini, and charging a phone. | Image: EcoFlow If you're in the market for a tiny power station that punches well above its size and weight then have a look at EcoFlow's new fourth-generation River series. The River 260 Gen4 features a 256Wh capacity battery while the 520 Gen4 packs in 512Wh - storing about 2.5x and 5x the energy of the largest airline-approved power banks, respectively. Better yet, the batteries are built using longer-lasting LFP chemistry that's far less volatile. The River 260 Gen4 features four
Technology
Elizabeth Holmes doc trailer shocks viewers after secret screening
Posters described the film as “insane,” “fascinating,” “clever,” and even “a work of genius.”
Technology
Ellen Burstyn Cries as She Gets Venice Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement: ‘It’s One Thing to Win an Oscar, Tony or Emmy — All of Which I’ve Won. But This Is a Lot’
Maggie Gyllenhaal delivered a message on behalf of Ellen Burstyn before the 93-year-old acting legend took the stage at the Venice Film Festival to receive the prestigious Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement. “Ellen asked me to let you know that she recently took a fall,” Gyllenhaal said from the podium. “She’s OK, but she is […]
Technology
Ellen Burstyn on Being “Recognized” by Marilyn Monroe, Changing Roles for Women With ‘Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore’
The 93-year-old Oscar-winning star is in Venice with two films, and to receive a honorary Golden Lion for lifetime achievement.
Technology
Elon Musk Documentary Teaser Asks If Billionaire Is the ‘Greatest Living Inventor’ or a ‘Fascist’ Who ‘Has Lost His Mind’
The first teaser trailer for Alex Gibney’s highly anticipated Elon Musk documentary “Musk” has been released. The film will world premiere out of competition at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on Sept. 8 before continuing to the Toronto International Film Festival. In the 48-second teaser, montages of spacecrafts and astronautical devices fill the screen […]
Bay Area
Explosion of fireworks in central Mexico kills at least 10, injures 64
Mexican authorities say at least 10 people died and another 64 were injured when pyrotechnic material exploded during a patron saint festival in a town in the State of Mexico.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 7 at 11:09AM PDT until September 11 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 110 degrees expected and overnight low temperatures in the mid-80s to low 90s. * WHERE...Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of major HeatRisk. Elevated lows will limit overnight relief from the heat.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 7 at 12:33AM MST until September 11 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to 112 expected. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Imperial County West and Imperial Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 7 at 12:33AM MST until September 11 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 102 to 111 expected. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...In Arizona, Central La Paz and Parker Valley. In California, Chuckwalla Valley and Palo Verde Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ Wednesday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
Technology
Fair Warning to Auction Rare Yves Saint Laurent Mondrian Dress and Several Pieces by John Galliano Despite Controversy over Met Museum Exhibition’s Cancellation
“The Impossible Couture Collection” is organized by Fair Warning and Kerry Taylor Auctions and will take place on September 17.
Bay Area
Family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez calls for D4vd to face death penalty in teen's killing
The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez is now publicly calling for her accused killer, the singer known as D4vd, to face the death penalty.
Culture
Fans Choose JISOO’s ‘Click’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
Her new solo song brought in more than 50% of the vote.
Technology
Far-right AfD landslide in German state piles pressure on federal government
The "extraordinary" result may be the "most consequential German state-election result of the postwar era," according to analysts.
Technology
Far-right AfD win signals shift in Germany, raises alarm in Europe
Germany's far-right AfD party won a major parliamentary election victory in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt. The win marks a growing divide in German politics. The AfD party is anti-immigration and has been labelled as xenophobic and extremist by German intelligence. Liz Landers discussed the outcome with Liana Fix, author of "Germany Rearmed: The Return of War and the End of Illusions."
Technology
Festival Leaders Confront Growing Political Pressure at Lumiere Summit: ‘We Don’t Judge Artists by Their Passport’
Political pressure on film and television festivals emerged as a defining theme of a panel discussion Monday at the Lumière Summit in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France, with Séries Mania general director Laurence Herszberg issuing the session’s most direct call for protection of programming autonomy. “We don’t judge artists by their passport, we judge them by their works,” […]
California
For Central Valley farmworkers, a court order brought calm. Now it's on hold — and LA is watching
The order, issued after disruptive immigration raids in January 2025, placed new restrictions on immigration agents arresting people without warrants.
Technology
For New York's Haitian community, annual West Indian Day Parade means more in trying times
Brooklyn’s Eastern Parkway will buzz with steel drums and flag-draped floats on Monday during the West Indian Day Parade
Technology
French Drama Series ‘The Red and the Black’: Passion, Power, Political Intrigue and Victor Belmondo’s Anti-Romantic Hero
“The Red and the Black,” an adaptation of Stendhal’s 1830 novel, follows the young Julien Sorel (Victor Belmondo) as he pursues greatness, rising socially beyond his modest upbringing while entangled in a web of passion, power and political intrigue. Following screenings at Canneseries and the Italian Global Series Festival, “The Red and the Black,” produced […]
Technology
French President Emmanuel Macron Calls on YouTube to Finance Content and Warns of Growing Threat to Cultural Model (EXCLUSIVE)
French President Emmanuel Macron said the Lumière Summit in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, which he co-chaired with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Monday, was deliberately held at a moment of dramatic upheaval for the entertainment business, from the growing dominance of YouTube and TikTok to AI and media consolidation. Speaking to Variety at the event, he […]
Bay Area
Friends remember flight instructor killed in deadly Northwest Fresno plane crash
The aviation community is mourning the loss of certified flight instructor, 41-year-old Danna Eady, who died after the aircraft she was piloting crashed Saturday afternoon just off the runway at Sierra Sky Park Airport in Northwest Fresno.
Bay Area
Fuel prices at record Labor Day high in US thanks to Iran War and refinery issues
It's never been more expensive in the U.S. to fill up the tank and take one last summer trip over the Labor Day weekend.
News
Fuel prices at record Labor Day high in US thanks to Iran War and refinery issues
Gas prices in the U.S. have hit a record high for Labor Day weekend, averaging $4.14 per gallon
Bay Area
Fueled by ‘unbelievable’ coffee and new fans, the 49ers are raving about Australia
Kyle Shanahan, Christian McCaffrey, and Fred Warner are enjoying Melbourne while the Rams have yet to depart from California.
Technology
Gary Oldman Says a James Bond Has Been Picked — and He’s Hoping It’s Jack Lowden
"They have made their choice, but they have not announced it yet," Oldman says of the upcoming casting for Amazon MGM Studios' new Bond film.
News
Gas prices in U.S. hit record Labor Day high, thanks to Iran war and refinery issues
It's never been more expensive in the U.S. to fill up the tank and take one last summer trip over the Labor Day weekend.
News
Gavin Newsom on how to beat the GOP: 'Democrats need to grow a backbone'
As California's governor, Gavin Newsom has become one of the Democratic Party's most vocal critics of President Trump. As speculation swirls around Newsom's own potential presidential bid, he's on the road and raising money to get more Democrats elected at the state level, where he says his party took its eye off the ball. Amna Nawaz caught up with Newsom in North and South Carolina.
Technology
Gaza Cinema Academy Launches at Venice Film Festival
A group of prominent Palestinian, Arab and international filmmakers and industry professionals on Monday launched the Gaza Cinema Academy at the Venice Film Festival. The new entity aims to establish a sustainable space for film education, training and production in Gaza, “while connecting emerging Palestinian filmmakers with the wider international film community,” as a statement […]
Culture
Geese, Pulp & CMAT Smash End of The Road’s 20th Birthday Celebrations: 7 Best Moments
Held in the southwest of England, the indie festival brought the party for its anniversary celebrations.
Technology
Geles Cabrera, Trailblazing Mexican Sculptor, Dies at 100
She was Mexico's first professional female sculptor.
Bay Area
George Pataki, Rudy Giuliani, some 9/11 families oppose Mamdani's attendance at Friday's WTC ceremony
Mayor Mamdani says he will attend New York City's annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony Friday despite mounting criticism from some family members of victims.
California
Get ready for a hot and humid week after that weekend of rain
High surf advisory continues until Tuesday night, according to the National Weather Service
California
Governor Newsom proclaims Labor Day
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Technology
Greenland welcomes major funding boost from EU amid Trump’s annexation threats
It comes shortly after Icelanders voted to reject restarting EU membership talks and as Trump renews his push to acquire Greenland on national security grounds.
California
Happy Labor Day! California is the #1 state for workers, #1 economy in the nation
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Technology
Harrods Backs Brand63Africa With Pop-up Spotlighting African and Diasporic Fashion
The pop-up on the fifth floor of the Knightsbridge flagship is designed to move these labels from niche discovery to the luxury main floor.
California
Heat Advisory issued September 7 at 11:09AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures 85 to 95 degrees expected and overnight lows in the mid 70s. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas and San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to major HeatRisk. Elevated overnight lows will limit relief from the heat.
California
Heat Advisory issued September 7 at 11:09AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid to upper 90s expected and overnight lows in the mid-70s. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to major HeatRisk. Elevated low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
California
Heat Advisory issued September 7 at 11:09AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the upper 90s to 100 degrees expected and overnight lows in the low to mid 70s. * WHERE...San Diego County Valleys. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to major HeatRisk. Elevated lows will limit overnight relief from the heat.
California
Heat Advisory issued September 7 at 11:09AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the upper 90s to 103 degrees expected overnight low temperatures in the mid-70s. * WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to locally major HeatRisk. Elevated low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
California
Heat Advisory issued September 7 at 11:55AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures of 85 to 105 expected. 10 to 20 degrees above normal. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Humid conditions will add to heat discomfort. Heat peaking on Wednesday for most areas, except likely peaking Thursday for the Santa Barbara South Coast. Chance for Heat Advisories to be extended into Friday.
California
Heat Advisory issued September 7 at 11:55AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures between 85 and 105 expected. 10 to 15 degrees above normal. * WHERE...Calabasas and Agoura Hills, Eastern San Fernando Valley, Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area, Los Angeles County Beaches, Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley, Malibu Coast, Palos Verdes Hills, Western San Fernando Valley, and Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Humid conditions will add to heat discomfort. Heat peaking on Wednesday for most areas. Chance for Heat Advisories to be extended into Friday.
Culture
Here Are All the Winners in the 7 Music Categories at the 2026 Primetime Emmys: Full List
Gavin Brivik and Andrew Bird were giant-slayers, beating both Lady Gaga and South Park 's Trey Parker.
California
High Surf Advisory issued September 6 at 9:25PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet for south and southwestern-facing beaches and 4 to 7 feet for west-facing beaches. Strong and dangerous rip and longshore currents. Minor coastal flooding from a combination of high surf and high astronomical tides. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...Through 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted tides for La Jolla, CA: Mon, Sep 7 2026: 6.5 feet at 7:00 PM PDT Tue, Sep 8 2026: 6.8 feet at 8:00 PM PDT.
California
High Surf Advisory issued September 7 at 1:29PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet with sets up to 9 feet, highest at south and southwest-facing beaches. Strong and dangerous rip and longshore currents. Minor coastal flooding from a combination of high surf and high astronomical tides during the evenings. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted higher high tides: Newport Beach: Today: 6.8 feet at 7:08 PM. Tuesday: 7.0 feet at 7:59 PM. La Jolla: Today: 6.7 feet at 7:03 PM. Tuesday: High 6.9 feet at 7:54 PM PDT.
California
High Surf Advisory issued September 7 at 1:40AM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet with sets up to 10 feet, highest at south and southwest-facing beaches. Strong and dangerous rip and longshore currents. Minor coastal flooding from a combination of high surf and high astronomical tides during the evenings. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted higher high tides: Newport Beach: Today: 6.2 feet at 7:08 PM. Tuesday: 6.4 feet at 7:59 PM. La Jolla: Today: 6.1 feet at 7:03 PM. Tuesday: High 6.3 feet at 7:54 PM PDT. Recently, actual tide levels have been measured at roughly six inches higher than predicted levels.
California
High Surf Advisory issued September 7 at 2:12PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, moderate coastal flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with local sets to 12 feet and dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents, largest on south- facing shores. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially pulling swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. Significant beach erosion will occur. Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, walkways, and low-lying roads. Of particular c
California
Hiltzik: Today's tycoons learn a lesson from history — public esteem for rich entrepreneurs inevitably sours
Familiarity ultimately breeds public contempt for technology pioneers
Technology
Hirokazu Koreeda Opens Up About His Tender Coming-of-Age Drama ‘Look Back’: “I Was Tearful the Entire Time I Made This Film”
The live-action adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s wildly popular manga features remarkable performances from its young leads and is premiering in competition at the Venice Film Festival.
Bay Area
Housing planned for former San Jose school campus
A former South San Jose elementary school is poised to become housing. True Life Companies purchased Glider Elementary School, a 9.5-acre site, from Oak Grove School District to redevelop it with 80 homes — a combination of townhomes and single-family houses. The San Jose Planning Commission on Aug. 26 voted unanimously to recommend the project,... The post Housing planned for former San Jose school campus appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Culture
How Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham Stepped Back Into the Spotlight in Venice
Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham made a rare red-carpet appearance at the 2026 Venice Film Festival.
Technology
How a Sweet, Horny Hockey Show Rewrote the Rules of Independent TV
Accent Aigu Entertainment turned a $200,000 lowball offer and a rabid BookTok fandom into the game-changing global hit ‘Heated Rivalry.'
Markets
How to Find Your Why
A book called “Start with Why” by Simon Sinek covered this topic and gave inspiration for this article. “When an organization is filled with ‘good fits,’ those who believe what you believe, success just happens,” said Sinek. Sir Ernest Shackleton, …
Culture
How to Style a Suede Jacket—6 Fall-Ready Outfits to Try
Textural, cool, and endlessly versatile, suede jackets are a fall—and Fashion Month!—favorite for a reason. Here are six ways how to style a suede jacket now.
Technology
Huawei copies Samsung’s privacy display in its latest trifold
Huawei has released its third trifold phone in China, and the company has clearly had half an eye on Samsung during development. Not only does the Mate XT 2 adopt the inward-folding form factor used on Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold, it's also the first foldable to include a privacy-enhancing display, much like the one Samsung […] Huawei has released its third trifold phone in China, and the company has clearly had half an eye on Samsung during development. Not only does the Mate XT 2 adopt the inward-folding form factor used on Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold , it's also the first foldable to include a privacy-enhancing display, much like the one Samsung added to the Galaxy S26 Ultra this year. The first Mate XT, which launched in China in late 2024 and internationally a few months later , used an accordion-esque folding design. It removed the need to include an additional cover screen on
Bay Area
Hurricane Lowell’s forecast path shifts closer to Hawaii, increasing danger; warning issued for Kauai, Niihau
Hurricane Lowell’s forecasted path has shifted closer to Hawaii, increasing the danger; a warning was issued for Kauai and Niihau.
Technology
ID’s ‘O.J. Unseen: Exploitation of Evil’ Excavates O.J. Simpson’s Thwarted Reality TV Comeback
The documentary looks back at the making and undoing of 'Juiced,' a hidden-camera prank show.
Technology
Icicle Names Sabato De Sarno as Creative Director
The Italian designer will present his first collection for the fall 2027 season, marking the next stage in the Chinese brand's plan to grow a global business alongside minority investor Kering.
Technology
Indonesia keeps several airports closed though volcanic eruption is easing
Indonesia is maintaining closures at several airports and shifting schools to remote learning though the eruption of Anak Krakatau is easing
Culture
Inside Parker Posey’s Venice Film Festival—From Sightseeing to Fabulous Fashions
The star touched down in Venice for her film “Wild Horse Nine” this week. “I like looking like I’m showing up,” says Parker Posey.
Technology
Inside southern Lebanon's villages where Israeli occupation has upended daily life
As part of its occupation of southern Lebanon, the Israel Defense Forces have systematically destroyed dozens of villages, many of them home to Shia Muslims. Special correspondent Simona Foltyn and videographer Adrian Hartrick traveled to two Christian villages and one Sunni village near Israel's occupation zone, demarcated by a so-called yellow line.
Culture
Inside the Most Glittering Parties of Venice Film Festival 2026 (So Far)
From fashion dinners to charity galas, here, find Vogue’s roundup of the best and most star-studded parties at the 2026 Venice Film Festival.
California
Intense heat, oppressive humidity approach as Tropical Storm Marie's dangerous surf lingers
Intense heat and high humidity will hit Southern California this week as dangerous high surf and coastal flooding from Tropical Storm Marie continue to linger.
Technology
Ira Sachs, Jordan Firstman and Diego Luna Among San Sebastian’s Film Talks Lineup
'Josephine' filmmaker Beth de Araújo and Argentine director Benjamín Naishtat will also sit down for discussions on their creative processes at the Spanish film festival.
Technology
Is the stock market open today for Labor Day? What about bond trading and mail delivery?
Here’s how trading hours and other services are affected by the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 7.
Technology
Israel-Hezbollah clashes kill 11 as Mideast conflict escalation gathers pace after U.S.-Iran strikes
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the U.S. to help stop Israeli attacks after Sunday strikes killed at least seven people.
Technology
Israeli airstrikes on a village in southern Lebanon kill 12 people, including 2 children
Monday's strikes came amid a new round of escalation between Israel and the militant Hezbollah group despite a truce reached more than two months ago.
Technology
Issy Wood Picked as National Portrait Gallery’s Inaugural Artist for Contemporary Program
The gallery’s Weston Wing will host three exhibitions annually with free admission.
Technology
Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs over two years in major cost-saving drive
The luxury carmaker is targeting £1.7 billion ($2.3 billion) in savings as it faces Chinese competition, a cyberattack and U.S. tariffs.
News
Jaguar Land Rover will cut 4,000 jobs to reduce costs and compete with China
The company aims to achieve $2.3 billion in savings over the next two years.
Technology
Japan's foreign reserves drop by a record $80 billion in August following yen intervention
Finance ministry data showed that Japan's official foreign reserves stand at $1.207 trillion, down from July's figure of $1.287 trillion.
Technology
Judge Nixes Uber’s RICO Suit Alleging NY Lawyers, Doctors Conspired on Auto Claims
A federal judge in New York has dismissed a racketeering lawsuit by ride-sharing firm Uber against several injury law firms, doctors, and pain clinics alleging they conspired to extract inflated auto insurance claims payments through staged accidents, unnecessary surgeries, and …
California
Judge favors blocking planned South County ICE facility
A federal judge has indicated she is leaning toward granting a preliminary injunction that would block a controversial plan to create an ICE facility in South County as the lawsuit against it proceeds. Eumi Lee, a judge with the Northern District of California, issued a tentative ruling Friday in which she said that plaintiffs have […] The post Judge favors blocking planned South County ICE facility appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Judge slams county counsel's 'obvious conflict of interest' in opposing a suit seeking use-of-force records
The Civilian Oversight Commission for the Sheriff's Department is fighting with county officials to obtain records related to three use-of-force incidents.
California
Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti talk about the funniest scene you'll see in a movie this year
Midway through Jesse Eisenberg's "The Debut," there's a scene that makes the audience go wild. Its actors sat down with us to discuss how they did it.
Technology
Just like for SpaceX, investors may look to ‘make room’ for AI lab IPOs. These stocks could pay the price.
OpenAI and Anthropic’s listings may dovetail with a seasonal tax plan, further hurting some poor performers
Technology
Kansas Town Settles Lawsuit Over Controversial Raid of Newspaper
A small Kansas town has agreed to pay $850,000 to a former reporter at its weekly newspaper to end her federal lawsuit over a police raid of the paper’s offices in 2023 that ignited a national furor over press freedom. …
Technology
Katie Lee Biegel on Telling the Story of the People Behind Windows on the World Restaurant in CNN Doc Short
The Food Network star talks executive producing 'Top of the World,' about the history of the restaurant atop the World Trade Center, ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and embarking on her post-'Kitchen' chapter in food media.
Bay Area
Kawakami: 49ers 2026 season prediction — 12-5 and stronger for surviving all the travel
This might be the most important Week 1 in the Kyle Shanahan era and a victory against the Rams could give the team a big push into the rest of the season.
Technology
Kering Expands Generation Award to India
The first Indian edition of the event, to be held on Oct. 13, will reward start-ups that propose circular initiatives having a direct impact on resource protection.
Culture
Kid Cudi Responds to Criticism of Ye Support After Chicago Stage Reunion
The pair, whose relationship spans two decades, performed "Father Stretch My Hands, Pt. 1" and "Ghost Town," plus "Pursuit of Happiness (Nightmare)," at Soldier Field this weekend.
News
King Charles clarifies status of Prince Harry and Meghan in a letter after their return to the UK
King Charles III has reiterated that Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, remain non-working members of the royal family following their return to the United Kingdom.
Bay Area
King Charles clarifies status of Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, after their return to the UK
King Charles III authorized the release of a letter clarifying the status of Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, now that they've returned to the U.K.
Technology
Kore-eda Hirokazu on Adapting Fujimoto Tatsuki’s Manga for Venice Competition Film ‘Look Back’
“Look Back” is Kore-eda Hirokazu’s third time working from manga source material, but never before has the arthouse filmmaker drawn from such a commercially popular and internationally beloved work.A one-volume story from “Chainsaw Man” mangaka Fujimoto Tatsuki, “Look Back” follows the converging, then diverging, fates of two classmates, Fujino and Kyomoto, who achieve their professional […]
Technology
Laura Poitras Shares the Desperate Vision Behind Her ICE Documentary ‘They’re Here’: “What’s Happening in the United States Is a Nightmare”
Speaking in Venice ahead of the film's world premiere, the Oscar-winning filmmaker and co-director Rachel Lauren Mueller described how their doc uses the language of horror and dystopian cinema to challenge the normalization of ICE violence in Minneapolis.
Technology
Liam and Noel Gallagher Soak Up London Love at U.K. Premiere of ‘Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger’
"Be prepared," said writer Steven Knight alongside the Gallagher brothers ahead of the screening. "It's an emotional film."
Technology
Linda Cardellini Tearfully Calls First Emmy Win “A Real Dream Come True”
Cardellini won the best supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie award for her performance in 'DTF St. Louis,' which also took home a few other trophies at the awards show on Sunday.
Technology
Linda Cardellini Wins Emmy for Supporting Actress in a Limited Series for ‘DTF St. Louis’
Linda Cardellini won her first Emmy on Sunday night at the Creative Arts Emmys taking home the award for supporting actress in a limited or anthology series. On stage, an emotional Cardellini said, “I had to write something just in case, but first I would just like to say thank you to my mom and […]
Technology
Luca Guadagnino on Casting Hollywood A-Listers in Subversive Roles: ‘I Have Worked With Some of the Finest’
Luca Guadagnino discussed his warm rapport with Hollywood movie stars on Monday at the Venice Film Festival, one year after being on the Lido with his Julia Roberts-starrer “After the Hunt.” During a wide-ranging master class the Italian director, who was born in Palermo, Sicily, to an Algerian mother and a Sicilian father – and […]
Technology
MPA Signs Two Lumiere Summit Declarations, Joins Roundtables With Presidents Macron and Lee
The Motion Picture Association signed two declarations at the Lumière Summit on Monday, adding its name alongside those of governments and private sector organizations worldwide to the Lumière Declaration on the Future of Cinema and the Moving Image and the Declaration on Strengthened International Cooperation in the Fight Against Film and Audiovisual Piracy. The summit […]
Culture
Macklemore Faces Petition to Leave Ed Sheeran Tour After ‘Free Palestine’ Plea
The rapper opened for Sheeran at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium on Sept. 4.
Technology
Macklemore Says His Call to ‘Free Palestine’ Is Not a ‘Criticism’ of Jewish People: ‘None of Us Will Be Free Until We Are All Free’
Macklemore is speaking out about his call to “Free Palestine,” which the rapper made while opening for Ed Sheeran on Friday night at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. “To all of my Jewish brothers and sisters: criticism of Israel, criticism of apartheid, being against genocide in no way is a criticism of you,” Macklemore said on […]
Technology
Maggie Gyllenhaal Ushers in Fall Wearing Wine-Colored Pumps at 2026 Venice Film Festival
Gyllenhaal was spotted heading to the Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony.
California
Marin City residents may join work force in Golden Gate Village renovation
After months of delay, a massive renovation of Marin City’s Golden Gate Village public housing project has begun, and plans are underway to start interviewing some of the housing project’s own tenants for jobs on the site. Residents from the first three buildings moved out last week. They will live in temporary apartments for about […] The post Marin City residents may join work force in Golden Gate Village renovation appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Marin County residents may join work force in Golden Gate Village renovation
After months of delay, a massive renovation of Marin City’s Golden Gate Village public housing project has begun, and plans are underway to start interviewing some of the housing project’s own tenants for jobs on the site. Residents from the first three buildings moved out last week. They will live in temporary apartments for about […] The post Marin County residents may join work force in Golden Gate Village renovation appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Marine Mammal Center responds to sea lion in distress at SF's Crissy Field
The large California sea lion was reported about 8 a.m. Monday.
California
Menendez brothers get new date for parole hearing a year earlier than expected
The state had determined previously that he brothers would not get another parole hearing until August 2028.
News
Midterm elections head into the home stretch as candidates attend Labor Day events
This year's campaigns already have been combative, busy and expensive.
News
Midterm elections head into the home stretch as candidates hit Labor Day events
Candidates in several states with competitive House and Senate races are beginning the stretch run of election season with Labor Day events at festivals, union halls and parades
Bay Area
Movies: Bernal Heights, Oakland, Twin Peaks, Stanford musicals, sci-fi shorts festivals
Outdoor movies, Oakland stories, Hollywood musicals and Twin Peaks make for a wide range of festival fare this week. Also noteworthy: a new indie from the Philippines. Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema — three days of free screenings in public spaces in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights neighborhood — presents its 23rd edition Thursday through Saturday. Dozens of locally created short films […] The post Movies: Bernal Heights, Oakland, Twin Peaks, Stanford musicals, sci-fi shorts festivals appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
Munich Re, Lloyd’s Top List of 50 Largest Global Reinsurers: AM Best
Munich Re has reclaimed its position from Swiss Re as the largest of global reinsurers that use IFRS-17 accounting standards, while Lloyd’s has moved to the top ranking of non-IFRS-17 reinsurers, according to AM Best. Among IFRS-17 reporters, Munich Re …
Technology
NTSB chair calls Amazon cargo plane crash scene ‘devastating’ and says flight and voice recorders have been recovered
NTSB chair calls Amazon cargo plane crash scene ‘devastating’ and says flight and voice recorders have been recovered
Technology
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s Elizabeth Holmes Doc Revealed as Telluride’s Surprise Secret Screening
Watch a teaser for the film, 'You Can See Everything,' which will be released in October.
Markets
National Growth From the Heart of Texas
By Mike Scott Higginbotham has grown from a small Fort Worth insurance agency founded in 1948 into one of the nation’s largest independent insurance brokerages, with more than 4,500 team members and 150-plus offices across 19 states. But even as …
California
Native Americans in Central California Ring in Powwow Season
Late summer is the busy season here for the traditional Native ceremonial gathering full of dancing.
News
Nepal holds a day of mourning after floods kill at least 1,300 people
Monday was the 13th day since the flooding which killed more than 1,300 people in Nepal and Tibet and left some 5,000 missing, including foreigners, according to Nepal's disaster management agency.
California
News Wrap: Tropical Storm Marie brings dangerous surf to California coast
In our news wrap Monday, Tropical Storm Marie is whipping up high surf along the California coast, the Kremlin is not ruling out future talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States following a weekend visit to Moscow by U.S. negotiators and Iran is warning that new U.S. strikes could trigger further retaliation, including against American energy interests in the Gulf.
Culture
North West Headlines First Chicago Solo Show With Ye and Kim Kardashian Cheering Her On
The 13-year-old rapper took the stage at The Vic Theatre on Sept. 5.
Bay Area
Oakland, California woman Kiara Bowling relearns to walk and speak after near-fatal crash involving kid drivers
Oakland, California woman Kiara Bowling is relearning to walk and speak after a near-fatal crash involving kid drivers.
Markets
Ohio City to Pay $4.7M to Family of Teenager Killed by Police
Officials in Akron, Ohio, have fired a police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old boy while also announcing that the city has agreed to pay $4.75 million to the teen’s family. The settlement, which still needs a judge’s approval, came …
Markets
Oil prices climb after reports of Saudi Aramco refinery being hit by Houthi rebels
The West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude contracts previously rose to near-seven-week highs.
Technology
Oil prices rise to 6-week high after Iran and U.S. trade blows, Saudi Aramco facilities reportedly hit
Renewed attacks between the adversaries in the Iran war pushed oil prices up on Monday.
Bay Area
Op-ed: The fight for the future of work is here
Every Labor Day, we remember the fights that built the modern workplace: the eight-hour day, the weekend, the right to organize. This year, we’re writing the next chapter: to establish workers’ rights to shape how emerging technology, including artificial intelligence, gets deployed on the job. Technology has always been part of work. At its best,... The post Op-ed: The fight for the future of work is here appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
Opinions sharply divided as Stockton weighs potential $3M renaming of Cesar Chavez High
NINA ROSE ISN’T EXACTLY SURE what to make of her daughter’s high school being named after the once-revered farmworker and civil rights leader Cesar Chavez. First, there’s a reason the school is named after him, she said. The late labor advocate was revered for organizing hunger strikes and boycotts to secure better wages and working […] The post Opinions sharply divided as Stockton weighs potential $3M renaming of Cesar Chavez High appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Pamela Anderson Dons Wild Animal-Printed Pumps at Golden Lion For Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony
The ceremony was held to honor actress Ellen Burstyn.
Technology
Pamela Anderson Opts for Fresh & Bright Hues in Vibrant Orange Gown at 2026 amfAR Gala
The gala was held during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival in Venice.
News
Police Blotter: August 16, 2026- August 22, 2026
Police Blotter: August 16, 2026- August 22, 2026 STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS August 16 - August 22, 2026 Weekly Arrests (Includes cite/released): 41 Homicide 1 Weekly Calls for Service: 2,123 Assault—Great Bodily Injury 11 Weekly Reports Taken: 193 Burglary— Non Residential 2 Weekly Complaints (against HPD) : 1 Burglary—Residential 0 Weekly Calls Received: 5,195 Theft 33 This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations.
News
Pope Leo returns to sanctuary where he prayed after election and unveils a fresco depicting the event
Pope Leo XIV returned Monday to a sanctuary where he prayed just after his election and revealed a permanent sign of his devotion to the place: a fresco depicting him praying that now adorns an upper cornice of the basilica.
Technology
Portuguese Artists Drop Out of Jerry Seinfeld-Headlined Festival
Multiple acts have announced that they are no longer participating in the festival set to take place in October: "We will celebrate justice, freedom and joy with you on another occasion."
Technology
Radiohead Announce Australia and Japan Shows
The band will play a total of 21 dates in 2027
Culture
Radiohead Announce First Australian Tour in 15 Years With 16 Arena Shows
The run marks Radiohead's first Australian tour since 2012.
Technology
Radiohead Reveal 2027 Japan and Australia Tour
The 21-date trek follows the band's fall 2025 reunion dates in Europe
Bay Area
Remains found in Delaware 15 years ago identified as woman who died in 1907
New Castle County Police in Delaware say a collaborative effort involving investigators, professors and the community led to the identification of human remains found in Wilmington.
Culture
Rihanna Has Found Her Fall Color Palette—With a Suitably Rihanna Twist
Earth tones, chocolate, oatmeal—Rihanna is usurping the fall neutrals from the quagmire of quiet luxury for something much more cool.
Technology
Rob Reiner Wins Posthumous Emmy for ‘The Bear’
The late and great Rob Reiner has won an Emmy, nine months after his death. Reiner won the outstanding guest actor in a comedy series for “The Bear” at the Emmy Awards Night 2, prevailing over Michael J. Fox and Brett Goldstein (“Shrinking”), Hamish Linklater (“Widow’s Bay”), Christopher McDonald (“Hacks”) and Connor Storrie (“Saturday Night […]
Technology
Rob Reiner and Betty Gilpin Win 2026 Emmys for Guest Actor and Actress in a Comedy Series
The awards were given out at Night 2 of the Creative Arts Emmys, held ahead of the Sept. 14 Primetime Emmy Awards.
California
Rob Reiner wins posthumous Emmy for his guest appearance in 'The Bear'
The Television Academy awarded the actor and director for his appearance in the fourth season of 'The Bear,' and several actors, including David Harbour and Linda Cardellini, won their first Emmys.
Bay Area
Rob Reiner wins posthumous Emmy for role in 'The Bear'
Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were killed in December 2025.
Bay Area
SF candidate wants rival’s $500,000 crypto donation steered to the community
Shawn Richard says money backing Theo Ellington distorts a race to represent one of the city’s most overlooked districts.
California
SPCA Monterey County rescues 36 common murres since August
The SPCA Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center last week announced the rescue of 36 common murres since August. According to the organization, recently rescued murres are emaciated, hypothermic, and have poor feather quality, but its wildlife rescue staff are providing the animals with essential fluids, medication, and specialized nutrition to stabilize them. The […] The post SPCA Monterey County rescues 36 common murres since August appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Sabato De Sarno Looks Eastward for His Next Move
The former creative director of Gucci joins Icicle as creative director.
California
Saint Mary’s rugby player, 19, dies during training run; team fund set up in his honor
A member of the men’s rugby team at Saint Mary’s College in Moraga died during a training run on Friday, the school said. College sophomore Dominic Peterson, 19, died after experiencing a medical emergency during a training run with his Gaels rugby teammates in Moraga, the school announced. “This is heartbreaking for our community and […] The post Saint Mary’s rugby player, 19, dies during training run; team fund set up in his honor appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
San Francisco institution 'heartbroken and furious' after erasure of public art
"We will keep seeking answers."
Culture
Second Festivalgoer Death Reported at Burning Man 2026
A 60-year-old man was found dead at his camp in Black Rock City, Nev., on Sept. 5.
Technology
Sensormatic Solutions President Tony D’Onofrio on His Journey From Bag Boy to Retail Visionary
D’Onofrio shares three priorities for the future of retail.
Technology
Shailene Woodley and Ernest Harden Jr. Score 2026 Emmy Guest Acting in a Drama Series Wins
The awards were given out at Sunday's Creative Arts Emmys, the second of three nights that make up the 2026 Emmy Awards.
Technology
Six years later, Sony revisits its legendary XM4 headphones
Six years ago Sony and Bose were in the middle of a noise-canceling battle, with each new model of headphones better than the last. In the fall of 2020, Sony released the WH-1000XM4 headphones to wide acclaim. They sat atop best headphones lists for years, thanks to their great sound, competitive ANC, and compact size, […] The XM4C (in white) have the exact same visual design as the XM4 (in black) from 2020. | Photo: John Higgins / The Verge Six years ago Sony and Bose were in the middle of a noise-canceling battle, with each new model of headphones better than the last. In the fall of 2020, Sony released the WH-1000XM4 headphones to wide acclaim. They sat atop best headphones lists for years, thanks to their great sound, competitive ANC, and compact size, until they went out of stock. Now Sony has brought them back, with minor improvements, as the WH-1000XM4C. The XM4C look identi
California
Skyline Boulevard paving project brings day, nighttime roadwork starting Wednesday
Roadwork on State Route 35, also known as Skyline Boulevard, is set to begin this week, bringing nighttime and daytime construction along the route from the San Mateo County line to Sloat Boulevard in San Francisco. In a statement, Caltrans said the project will repair areas of damaged pavement, improve the ride for motorists and […] The post Skyline Boulevard paving project brings day, nighttime roadwork starting Wednesday appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
Small Business Satisfaction
Technology is helping to improve satisfaction levels overall for small business owners, according to JD Powers’ recent 2026 U.S. Small Commercial Insurance Study. The survey showed that small businesses’ overall satisfaction with small commercial insurers rose 15 points (to 713 …
Technology
Some Reflections Gloria Steinem Shared At Her Last Public Event
In July, the late icon hosted a two-night live series called "Yes to the Unknown," in which she emphasized community: "What’s precious is your feeling of being understood. You can’t live without that.”
Technology
SpaceX rival launches rocket in historic first, says industry is 'desperate' for more
Isar Aerospace reached orbit on its second test flight as the German rocket startup looks to scale production amid booming satellite launch demand.
Technology
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s WFAC, Creativeland Take ‘Krishnavataram’ Global (EXCLUSIVE)
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s World Forum For Art and Culture (WFAC) and Creativeland Studios have formalized a partnership to take “Krishnavataram,” a trilogy tracing the life of Hindu God Lord Krishna, to international audiences. The association was made official on Janmashtami, the Hindu festival marking the birth of Lord Krishna and one of the most […]
Culture
St Paul’s Cathedral Faces Backlash After Partnering with Fabric, Iconic London Nightclub
The cathedral has hosted many state events, including the wedding of King Charles III and Princess Diana.
Technology
Streaming Is Raising Prices Faster Than Cable Ever Did
Congrats, you cut the cord. Now you have six more cords. Streaming prices are rising three times as fast as inflation, making escaping cable company greed now seem quaint.
Technology
Studio TF1 Smashes Doc Records With ‘Leon Marchand: Beyond Gold,’ Rolls Out ‘Surface’
Studio TF1 is celebrating recent successes at home and abroad with Sacha Vucinic and Xavier Marchand’s sports documentary “Leon Marchand: Beyond Gold” and Slimane-Baptiste Berhoun’s mystery drama “Surface.” While the doc series on French Olympic swimming champion Leon Marchand and his life in the wake of four gold-medal wins at the Paris Olympics has scored […]
Technology
Study Shows Shoppers Feel Like They’re Not Being Heard
One third of consumers say they don’t feel heard by digital brands when asked for feedback.
Technology
Summer Box Office Breaks All-Time Record With $4.67 Billion
Need proof the movies are really, truly back? The summer box office was already the biggest since COVID upended the industry in 2020 — and now the season has become the highest-grossing of all time. Domestic ticket sales from May 1 through Labor Day on Sept. 7 stand at $4.76 billion, according to Rentrak. Revenues […]
News
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on GOP's midterm challenges
NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including Gov. Gavin Newsom's apparent efforts to get a jump on the 2028 presidential race, the Republicans holding a midterm convention and how President Trump's low approval rating is impacting GOP campaigns.
Technology
The Best Labor Day Deals on Luxury Bedding for an Even Better Night’s Rest — Tested & Reviewed by Editors
These last-minute Labor Day sales from high-end bedding brands like Cozy Earth, Parachute, and Brooklinen are too dreamy to sleep on.
News
The Iranian school struck in the war's earliest attacks is now a memorial for children
The Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Minab, Iran, is now a memorial for children and others killed in the Feb. 28 attacks that sparked the war with the United States and Israel.
Technology
The complex corporate web behind a $3.2 billion AI data center
When multiple companies are behind one project, who bears responsibility for problems?
Technology
The complex corporate web behind a $3.2 billion AI data center
When multiple companies are behind one project, who bears responsibility for problems?
News
The poorest in the US can't find housing even as low-income units sit empty
The poorest people in the U.S. face the most acute shortage of affordable homes
Technology
The real reason your phone is getting more expensive
When Apple debuts the next generation of iPhones this week, they're likely to come with an unwanted change: a higher price tag. A price hike from the supply-chain powerhouse would be the clearest sign yet that soaring memory costs have become unavoidable - with no end to the memory crunch in sight. Call it "chipflation" […] When Apple debuts the next generation of iPhones this week, they're likely to come with an unwanted change: a higher price tag. A price hike from the supply-chain powerhouse would be the clearest sign yet that soaring memory costs have become unavoidable - with no end to the memory crunch in sight. Call it " chipflation " or " RAMageddon ." The shortage is reversing a decades-long decline in memory costs that helped make consumer electronics more powerful without making them dramatically more expensive. The terms "memory prices" and "memory shortage" appeared in
Culture
These Vintage Photos of Jane Birkin Prove She’s the Ultimate Fall Style Muse
Chic, yet cozy—the British singer, actor, and French icon knew how to dress for chilly weather.
California
Timber, Plaskett fires show increased containment, minimal growth Sunday
Containment of Monterey County’s two wildfires increased Sunday as crews continue to battle the blazes plaguing the coast. The Plaskett Fire burning in the southern area of the county was 37% contained Sunday night, up from 31% Saturday. It has burned 29,862 acres. “Plaskett Fire Containment has gone up, which is great,” said county spokesperson […] The post Timber, Plaskett fires show increased containment, minimal growth Sunday appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Tom Rothman on Sony’s ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Blockbuster Success, Being Outbid for ‘Obsession’ and More
Sony’s Tom Rothman took a bit of a victory lap with the studio’s boffo success of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” which has become the highest-grossing film of 2026 to date. Rothman, chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Motion Picture Group, spoke Monday at the Lumière Summit in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, an international film and entertainment conference […]
Technology
Top Wall Street analysts like these 3 stocks for the long haul
The ratings of these experts are backed by in-depth research of a company's financials, and thorough analysis of the factors affecting business performance.
Markets
Travis Kelce bought a $5.35 million estate on Lake Erie months before marrying Taylor Swift
Travis Kelce forked over $5.35 million for a sprawling lakefront Ohio estate just months before he and Taylor Swift said “I do” at New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden.
Technology
Treasury yields face 4.8% test as fiscal risks threaten to spill into other assets
Treasury yields face a test at 4.8%, with a sustained move above that potentially creating "meaningful problems" for other asset classes, said Miller Tabak.
California
Trump administration ratchets up its fight to get more oil flowing from California
The Trump administration has been fighting with California officials over offshore oil projects and the state's coastal commission, which works to protect the state's shores.
News
Trump keeps heralding an economic boom, but even a solid jobs report is causing problems for him
President Donald Trump has spent 20 months promising that America was on the cusp of an economic boom. But Friday's surprisingly positive jobs report ultimately provoked frustration from Trump.
Technology
Tsai Ming-liang on Venice and San Sebastian Title ‘Dust,’ Slowness as Rebellion and Life With Lee Kang-sheng
A barefoot monk in a red robe walks the length of San Sebastian’s La Concha, pauses beneath the concrete rooms of Chillida Leku and stands before the crashing wall of the Peine del Viento. He is Tsai Ming-liang’s Walker, and in “Dust,” the 11th installment of the director’s “Walker” series, his slow procession moves through […]
California
Union workers at Labor Day rally sound alarm over automation, job losses, affordability
Union members in Wilmington marched in solidarity and celebration Monday, but worry about future jobs and the cost of living, all as politicians court their votes.
Technology
Venice Home Crowd Gives Italian Horror ‘The Spiral’ 9-Minute Standing Ovation
Valeria Bruni Tedeschi shines as a devilish femme fatale in Paolo Strippoli’s campy thriller.
Markets
Viewpoint: How Federal Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products Will Reshape Risk, Coverage
I have been writing about the insurance risks of intoxicating hemp products since 2021, when delta-8 THC gummies first started showing up in convenience stores and gas stations across the country. Back then, our message to the cannabis, hemp and …
Markets
Viewpoint: How the Federal Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products Will Reshape Risk and Coverage
I have been writing about the insurance risks of intoxicating hemp products since 2021, when delta-8 THC gummies first started showing up in convenience stores and gas stations across the country. Back then, our message to the cannabis, hemp and …
Technology
Volcano eruption disrupts hundreds of flights at Southeast Asia's second-busiest airport
Mount Anak Krakatau’s eruption disrupted hundreds of flights across Indonesia, with flight cancellations extending into Monday.
Technology
Watch Carrie Underwood Cover Limp Bizkit, Papa Roach, Linkin Park at Velocity Festival
The country singer performed a series of nu-metal covers at the Iowa music festival on Saturday
California
What happened inside Telluride's secret screening of Nathan Fielder's new Elizabeth Holmes documentary
"You Can See Everything," co-directed by Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, offers extraordinary access to the convicted Theranos founder before taking a reality-bending turn.
California
What to Know About the Mail-In Voting Fight at the Supreme Court
As the legal fight over President Donald Trump's mail-in voting order continues, here's what to know about the state of voting by mail for the midterms.
Technology
What to Stream: 'The Paper,' Bloc Party, 'Call My Agent!' and a 'Halloween' game
The second season of "The Paper" and a new album from Bloc Party are among the streaming release highlights for the week of Sept. 7
News
What went wrong before an Amazon cargo jet barreled off the runway in Miami
Federal officials are investigating why an Amazon cargo jet overran a runway at Miami International Airport, striking two vehicles and killing five people. Video posted to social media shows the Boeing 767 jet was still airborne far down the runway before it touched down. Geoff Bennett discussed the questions surrounding this accident with aviation correspondent Miles O'Brien.
Technology
When Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock First Made Magic
Kidman and Bullock starred as sister witches in 1998’s ‘Practical Magic’ but couldn't conjure up box office success.
Bay Area
Where is the Tenderloin in downtown’s comeback story?
Stakeholders in the city’s slighted neighborhood say large scale investment has yet to reach them, though they are hopeful it will soon.
Culture
Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?
Here’s where this archaic rule came from—and why it no longer necessarily holds true.
Markets
Why Organic Mentorship Is Insurance’s Best Retention Tool
There is a 6-to-1 ratio of retirement-eligible veterans to young professional entrants in the insurance industry, which means hiring new talent and developing existing talent is vital. And despite efforts by many organizations to keep emerging professionals engaged, the industry …
Culture
Why You Should Visit the Original ‘Practical Magic’ Filming Location This Fall
A travel guide to Washington state's Whidbey Island: the filming location for the original ‘Practical Magic,’ where orca sightings, historic wharves, and misty nature reserves are just another day.
Technology
Why the launch of OpenAI’s latest Astra model reignited the memory-chip trade
Since troughing on July 29, the semiconductor sector has been recovering steadily with the OpenAI ChatGPT-6 Astra release bolstering sentiment further
Technology
Workers’ Comp in an AI Era: Report
Workers’ compensation has long been one of the most operationally complex lines in the property and casualty insurance industry. “What appears to be a straightforward claims process is, in reality, a highly interconnected ecosystem involving injured workers, employers, insurers, medical …
Technology
Workshops Educate African Researchers On How to Publish With IEEE
Many researchers and students in Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda struggle to access and publish scientific and technical articles because of financial barriers including publishing fees and subscriptions to research libraries. To help, IEEE has made its Xplore Digital Library more accessible by offering discounts on subscriptions and lowering fees to publish articles. But the number of papers published by technologists in the three nations still lags behind those from other developing countries. It might be that many researchers haven’t received training in methodology, been instructed on how to write academic articles, or fully understand the process for publishing in scientific journals. Staff from the IEEE Publication and Information Products group and IEEE volunteers held educational workshops this year in the three countries. The sessions covered the publishing process, IEEE publication o
Technology
‘Alpha Gang’ Review: Cate Blanchett, Chris Pine and an All-Star Cast Play Space Aliens in David and Nathan Zellner’s Endearingly Goofy Sci-Fi Spoof
Among the greatest cinematic mysteries of our time, when it’s harder than ever to make movies, is the fact that David and NathanZellner continue to realize their uncompromisingly DIY, endearingly childlike vision through an indie filmography that only seems to grow in scale and purpose. It’s a welcome miracle that the duo who once captured […]
California
‘Better together’: Novato youth-led public mural shows pride in diversity
A new mural was unveiled last week at Pocket Park in Novato, marking the completion of a project led by the Racial Equity Subcommittee of the Marin County Youth Commission. The Marin County Youth Commission is a countywide advisory body that gives young people a voice in local government and community issues. Founded in 1969, […] The post ‘Better together’: Novato youth-led public mural shows pride in diversity appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘Carl Sagan: We Are Made of Star Stuff’ Review: Nanette Burstein’s NatGeo Doc Prioritizes the Human Over the Intellectual, for Better and Worse
The Telluride premiere focuses on the 'Cosmos' creator's marriages, kids and enjoyment of recreational drugs nearly as much the Viking and Voyager missions.
Technology
‘Elsinore’ Director Simon Stone, Basking in Telluride’s Glow, on Making a Movie About Love of the Theater, the Peak AIDS Era, and Being ‘100% in the Service of Andrew Scott’
The Telluride Film Festival casts a wide net, as almost all festivals of its ilk do, but if it has had any speciality that stands out among many, it might be the well-earned tearjerker. There is as much crying at Telluride every year as there isn’t in baseball, but with the festival’s emphasis on top-line […]
Technology
‘Hombre Al Agua’ Review: Gael García Bernal’s Chaotic Mexican Dramedy Has a Hard Time Staying Above Water
The star of 'Amores Perros' and 'Y tu mamá tambíen' directs and acts in a midlife crisis flick about a Cuban émigré in Mexico trying to hold onto his family, career and sanity.
Technology
‘Imperium’ Review: Sergei Loznitsa Brings Together Nearly Three Hours of Italian Footage From the Early 1970s Covering the Vastness of the USSR
In the early 1970s, Italian film crews spread out across the USSR, capturing a vast, multicultural empire few had ever seen in such diversity. From urban commuters to village fêtes, Baku trawlers to Siberian reindeer herders, the cameramen aimed to capture the Soviet polity at a time when Westerners had a gray, monolithic image of […]
Markets
‘I’m the executor’: My two siblings and I inherited an IRA. Can we just cash it out?
“Am I required to create three new inherited IRAs so that the firm can divide it equally?”
Technology
‘Look Back’ Review: Once Past the Over- Preciousness of a Child’s World, Hirokazu Kore-eda’s Manga Adaptation Becomes a Moving Tribute to Friendship
There’s barely an adult in sight in Hirokazu Kore-eda’s “Look Back,” where anyone out of school age is marginalized practically to the point of superfluidity. Like much in the first half of this sweet — at times too sweet — adaptation from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga of the same title, also made into an animated film […]
Technology
‘Making Marie Antoinette’ Review: The Late Eleanor Coppola’s Doc on Her Daughter’s Film is Full of Gorgeous Details and Maternal Affection
With its lush costumes, decadent food spreads and playfully anachronistic soundtrack, Sofia Coppola’s gorgeous 2006 film “Marie Antoinette” is a phenomenon of the aughts, a kaleidoscopic yet emotionally dark foray into youthful isolation and, like much of the filmmaker’s work, the bubble of privilege and celebrity. But while Coppola was making her third feature, what […]
Culture
‘Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger’ Captures the Gallagher Brothers Like Never Before: 5 Best Moments
Stephen Knight’s revealing look at Oasis’ spectacular comeback is filled with emotional revelations and stunning tour footage.
Technology
‘Plaza Catedral’ Director Abner Benaim, Chile’s Daniela Vega and Alfredo Castro Board Fiction Series ‘School of the Americas’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Panama’s Abner Benaim has boarded as a co-director of the fiction series “School of the Americas” (“Escuela de las Américas”), which will star two of Chile’s most internationally renowned thespians: Daniela Vega, who headed the Oscar-winning “A Fantastic Woman,) and Alfredo Castro, a Pablo Larrain regular who’s also starred in a slew of Latin American […]
Technology
‘Primetime,’ Chris Rock’s ‘Misty Green’ and Latest Paul Thomas Anderson Movie Join London Film Festival Lineup
'Bunker' star Javier Bardem and 'Werwulf' director Robert Eggers will sit down for in-depth career conversations as part of LFF's Screen Talks program.
Technology
‘SNL U.K.’ Adds Freddie Meredith to Cast
“Saturday Night Live U.K.” has added a new castmember for its second season with Freddie Meredith joining the gang. The comedian has previously starred in “Such Brave Girls” and “Big Boys.” Meredith, who recently won an award for best newcomer at the Edinburgh Fringe for his show “Need a Light?”, joins returning castmembers Hammed Animashaun, […]
Technology
‘SNL UK’ Adds ‘Such Brave Girls’ Star Freddie Meredith
The comedian joins the cast ahead of the season two premiere on Sep. 12 with host Jeff Goldblum.
Technology
‘Spider-Noir’ Rakes in Several 2026 Emmy Wins Days After Being Canceled
The series, which was canceled by the streamer earlier this week, has been nominated for 11 awards at the 2026 Emmys.
Technology
‘Sumo: Spirit Weighs Nothing’ Review: A Handsome Ode to an Oft-Disrespected Sport
The title of “Sumo: Spirit Weighs Nothing” is the closest that Erik Shirai’s documentary comes to a joke at the expense of its subject: sumo wrestling, the Japanese sport largely known in the western world for the ample size and minimal clothing of its practitioners, and not an awful lot beyond that. In all other […]
Technology
‘The Drop: A Snowfall Saga’ Review: FX’s ‘Snowfall’ Spinoff Offers a Promising, if Uneven, ’90s Hip-Hop Odyssey
Gail Bean and Isaiah John reprise their roles in Malcolm Spellman's new drama, which blends music and crime in South Central circa 1991.
Technology
‘The Spiral’ Review: Paolo Strippoli’s Lurid Faustian Tragedy Shores Up His Reputation as Italy’s New Horror Virtuoso
We don’t get a close enough look to see if the Devil actually wears Prada, but regardless, in Paolo Strippoli’s new horror romp “The Spiral,” she’s very chicly turned out indeed: Cool, crisp and collected in a tightly belted camel trenchcoat, hair pristinely bobbed and lips perfectly rouged, wielding a cigarette like a laser pointer. […]