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490 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
California
Federal and local prosecutors unveil new cases and a guilty plea, while asking: Who was actually watching the books at the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority?
Global
As wildfires grow bigger and hotter in many parts of the world, researchers have embarked on an airborne mission to learn more about the severe storm clouds that sometimes form over the most intense blazes.
Bay Area
Step into a world of magic and mystery with "Coven Academy." Watch the official trailer to get a sneak peek into the new series, and kick off the spooky season by catching the series premiere Oct 1. at 8:00 p.m. EDT/PDT on Freeform, and streaming the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
News
Less than a year ago, aggressive immigration raids were drawing headlines and sparking protests. But recently, the Trump administration has shifted its approach. Instead of relying as heavily on high-profile operations, federal immigration authorities are working with state and local police. Geoff Bennett discussed this "shadow surge" with Lauren Villagran of The Marshall Project.
Bay Area
See Kendall Jenner and Khloé Kardashian get real about their love lives, plus Kim's health diagnosis in Hulu's "The Kardashians" Season 8 trailer.
News
When the Taliban swept back into Kabul in 2021, millions of Afghans suddenly faced an uncertain and dangerous future. Among them were two young sisters whose ambitions to study medicine and law were threatened. Their escape and the lives they built afterward are at the heart of the new book, "The Last Free Women." Geoff Bennett sat down with the authors, Rebecca Blumenstein and Diana Kapp.
California
"This was a comedy about white liberalism and how people weaponize tragedy for their own agenda," says director Giselle Bonilla of new movie "The Musical," in theaters Friday
Bay Area
Love, lust and regret collide in the royal court! Watch the trailer for "The Remarried Empress," the hit NAVER WEBTOON brought to life, premiering Nov. 4 on Disney+ and Hulu.
California
Ahead of her back-to-back shows on Sept. 21 and 22 at the Wiltern, the singer discusses dismantling "sonic racism" and revisiting her indie roots on "New Avatar."
Technology
Stream new releases from Miley Cyrus, Carly Rae Jepsen, Team Dresch, and Empress Of
Bay Area
Guinness World Records announced that a 3-year-old toddler was named the youngest person to visit every Disney theme park across the globe.
Technology
From 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story' to 'The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox' and much more, here are some of the most popular true-crime shows of the last few years.
Bay Area
Kyle Shanahan’s team has returned from Australia and will open a stretch of three consecutive home games on Sunday against Miami.
California
Wildfires, pesticides, habitat loss and the appetites of trout, bullfrogs and crayfish have contributed to the decline of the mountain yellow-legged frogs.
Culture
A Letter Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Culture
“I’m drawn to Art Deco’s ability to reinterpret ancient references into modern forms,” says 2026 CFDA finalist Julia Ferentinos of Juju Vera.
Technology
Designer Tremaine Emory of Denim Tears receives his first solo museum exhibition, exploring the political and cultural messages of his design work.
Markets
A reset for technology makes the sector more attractive relative to the market, says Truist.
Technology
Open-source artificial intelligence is making it easier for hackers to hide malicious code on blockchains, opening a new front in a crypto industry already grappling with rising cybercrime. Instances of malware instructions written into on-chain transactions and smart contracts are …
California
CALIFORNIA PENSION FUNDS are doing well this year in no small part because of the still-booming stock market and stratospheric valuations of artificial intelligence companies. But an unsettling question emerged at this week’s board meeting for the California Public Employees’ Retirement System: What if the new technology leads to catastrophe? “This is humanity,” board President Theresa Taylor said Monday […] The post AI boom lifts CalPERS investments as board leader warns of possible catastrophic risks appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Nscale is the latest artificial intelligence neocloud to turn to public markets.
Technology
But the military's overall use of AI seems to be accelerating.
Technology
At Salesforce's annual mega-conference in San Francisco, attendees said they get enough value from older AI models.
Technology
Retirement savers may be affected by swings in the artificial intelligence trade. Here is how to assess the risk without making a rash move.
Technology
Options traders stormed into tech trades on Thursday.
Technology
Asset owners are increasingly concerned about the impact of artificial intelligence on the environment and society, according to a report by Morningstar Inc. In a survey of more than 500 pension funds, family offices, endowments, sovereign wealth funds and other …
Markets
AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Triangle Insurance Company based in Enid, Oklahoma. The Credit Ratings (ratings) …
Culture
Aaron Esh Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
By day, the designer is relaunching AllSaints, while on nights and weekends he's building a London punk wardrobe for his own brand. He craves creative freedom and has no interest in going “universal.”
Technology
Aaron Sorkin revealed why Jesse Eisenberg isn't returning as Zuckerberg.
Culture
It's more like "hibernating" the "Starboy" singer says of setting aside the story he's been telling for the past six years.
Technology
The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has announced the first-ever Korea visit by Alfonso Cuarón, alongside a dedicated spotlight on nine films from European women and genderqueer filmmakers. Cuarón, who has won the Academy Award for best director twice, for “Gravity” (2013) and “Roma” (2018), also holds the Venice Film Festival’s best screenplay prize […]
Technology
The two-time Oscar winner will give a master class and support the Asian premiere of his son Jonás Cuarón's new feature ‘Campeón Gabacho.’
Technology
Amazon MGM has filed a motion to throw out a suit brought by a production assistant on the upcoming series “Criminal,” saying that his claim that the showrunner pointed a gun at him is “pure invention.” The plaintiff, Ijaaz Noohu, filed the suit two weeks ago, alleging he was subject to racial and sexual harassment. […]
Technology
The AI data-center buildout is still early, and UBS says investors can cash in through investments across the technology, media and telecommunications sectors.
Technology
In “Without Blood,” written and directed by Angelina Jolie, Salma Hayek plays Nina, a woman who spends her adult life looking for the three men responsible for the wartime murder of her father and brother when she was just a child. In two of the cases, her revenge is fatal. But then she meets the […]
California
In 'The Ford/Hill Project,' a new docudrama created by Elizabeth Marvel and director Lee Sunday Evans now at REDCAT, the Senate testimonies of Anita Hill and Christine Blasey Ford are entwined to throw into relief enduring political patterns.
Bay Area
Mountain lion attacks on humans are extremely rare, but they do happen. Here’s how to steer clear of mountain lions altogether and how to respond in the moment if you do see one.
Technology
A liquefied natural gas tanker bringing fuel from the US to Europe suffered a systems failure that the crew reported as a suspected cyber attack, according to people familiar with the matter. In the latest of a number of potential …
California
Almost two years after a massive battery fire south of Santa Cruz displaced 1,200 people and smoldered for days, the same facility is burning again.
Technology
A coalition of over 100 AI experts are urging independence and transparency from Anthropic, OpenAI and other foundation model labs to conduct evaluations.
Bay Area
Anthropic has announced that its AI model, Claude, is significantly aiding in the development of building its successor.
News
Anthropic has announced that its AI model, Claude, is significantly aiding in the development of building its successor
Technology
Anthropic has announced that its AI model, Claude, is significantly aiding in the development of building its successor
Technology
Anthropic and OpenAI have been under intense scrutiny after researchers warned about the potential for AI to cause catastrophic harm to humanity.
Culture
Jewelry designer Taylor Sade of Vertigo takes us behind the scenes of a late-summer New York City pasta party.
California
The change will not impact all immigrants. But federal officers can now consider whether a green card or visa applicant received unemployment benefits, housing vouchers, Medi-Cal and even free school lunches.
California
The Long Beach Police Department responded around 12:35 a.m. at the intersection of East 7th Street and Pacific Coast Highway to investigate a hit-and-run crash.
Culture
With Suno unveiling its new v6 music models in partnership with WMG and others, managers and lawyers offer their takes on the rapidly evolving AI music landscape.
Culture
Ashley Williams Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
Household items that have never seen the outside world playfully came to life in a lineup inspired by the movie “What's Eating Gilbert Grape.”
Technology
The Asics Gel-SlowCush is designed for low-intensity and boasts a massive 48mm stack height.
California
Why does gun violence happen? Arms Down asks the people behind the gun.
Culture
Across 1,000 pictures and thousands more words of text, she blows up any conventional notion of truth.
Culture
Attorney General Todd Blanche is blurring traditional boundaries between politics and federal law enforcement with recent speeches at political events that mark a sharp departure from norms meant to protect the Justice Department from the appearance of partisan bias.
California
Close to 25,000 Californians could see a change in their medication starting as soon as next year if Gov. Gavin Newsom signs legislation now sitting on his desk. Senate Bill 1094 by Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson, a San Diego Democrat, would allow health insurers and pharmacists to substitute a patient’s brand name biologic drug with a […] The post Autoimmune disease drugs are pricey. This bill could switch patients to a cheaper one appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
The decision was split 7-2, with board members Toichiro Asada and Ayano Sato dissenting from the hike.
Technology
"You can easily imagine my indignation at seeing this revered institution become the subject of such a bitter struggle over one man’s name and unchecked ego," she wrote in a lengthy statement.
Technology
A Trump-appointed board voted to temporarily close the center after a judge blocked Trump from putting his name on the building
California
Candidates laid out competing visions on homelessness at mayoral forums this week
Technology
In a world where AI is capturing every conversation, a series of experts is trying to figure out what it actually means for the world of entertainment. “I think the word ‘AI’ is doing too much right now,” says Mira Line, Google’s vice president of technology and society. ”One of the things that we’re doing, […]
Bay Area
The strike called attention to the guards’ critical role in protecting Silicon Valley’s wealthiest businesses.
Technology
As consumers prioritize holistic retail purchases, beauty, health and wellness are increasingly converging into one category and one consumer budget.
Technology
Shogun star Tadanobu Asano stars in latest visual for singer’s first album in seven years and spiritual companion to Sea Change and Morning Phase
California
Candle House's 'The Pineapple' teases an alien encounter. Then it becomes intimate, aggressive, otherworldly and psychedelic.
Technology
Chris Thile also sings on the track from Ndegeocello’s duets album Synonym
Culture
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Culture
Tensions are mounting between the Pentagon and Congress over the flow of information to lawmakers about the U.S. military's priorities, with both Democrats and Republicans accusing a Defense Department leader of being frustratingly opaque.
California
Another maritime tragedy has occurred in the San Francisco Bay over the summer. On Thursday, a fishing boat capsized, killing 1 person aboard.
Bay Area
A hiker discovered the body on Wednesday.
Bay Area
Modern-day DNA testing solved a 27-year-old missing person case.
Culture
Bora Aksu Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
The South Korean actress is joining the Italian luxury brand’s roster of ambassadors which includes Jacob Elordi and Julianne Moore, among others.
Technology
The FCC has announced it's waiving its rules limiting foreign equity ownership to 25 percent in the Paramount-Warner Bros. case and will allow three sovereign wealth funds run by the governments of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi to own 49.5 percent of the company. During Brendan Carr's tenure, the FCC has repeatedly threatened ABC, […] The FCC has announced it's waiving its rules limiting foreign equity ownership to 25 percent in the Paramount-Warner Bros. case and will allow three sovereign wealth funds run by the governments of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi to own 49.5 percent of the company. During Brendan Carr's tenure, the FCC has repeatedly threatened ABC , tried to block stations from airing interviews with Democrats, censored late-night TV hosts, and tried to bully journalists . However, it seems to have no qualms with repressive foreign governments owning a signif
Bay Area
A.B. Quintanilla III has filed a lawsuit against his sister, Suzette Quintanilla Arriaga, for more than $1 million in connection with Selena Quintanilla's estate, according to court documents.
Technology
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. founder Warren Buffett is stepping down as the company’s chairman to be replaced by his son Howard, effectively ending roughly six decades at the helm of the conglomerate. The billionaire will become chairman emeritus of the company, …
Culture
Ahead of McQueen’s highly anticipated return to London Fashion Week, the newly appointed CEO reveals his transformation strategy.
California
The UC system currently does not have a single systemwide AI product or mandatory AI protocols in place.
California
If the measure becomes law, it would require Medi-Cal and other large group health plans to cover scalp-cooling treatments.
California
The Cal/OSHA draft would give fabrication shops nearly six months to phase out inventory of the popular countertop material, which is linked to a deadly lung disease among stonecutters.
California
The California Primary Care Assn. filed a lawsuit in federal court Friday accusing SEIU United Healthcare Workers West and its president, Dave Regan, of advancing and then offering to call off a punitive ballot measure in exchange for unionizing 25,000 industry workers.
Bay Area
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California utility regulators this week cleared the way for the state to accept more than $1.4 billion in federal funding to build out broadband in underserved areas. But there’s a catch: Under terms added by the Trump administration, taking the money means rolling […] The post California is poised to get $1.4 billion for broadband. But there’s a huge catch appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
Bay Area
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California utility regulators this week cleared the way for the state to accept more than $1.4 billion in federal funding to build out broadband in underserved areas. But there’s a catch: Under terms added by the Trump administration, taking the money means rolling […] The post California is poised to get $1.4 billion for broadband. But there’s a huge catch appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California utility regulators this week cleared the way for the state to accept more than $1.4 billion in federal funding to build out broadband in underserved areas. But there’s a catch: Under terms added by the Trump administration, taking the money means rolling […] The post California is poised to get $1.4 billion for broadband. But there’s a huge catch appeared first on The Almanac .
California
California’s bid for $1.4 billion in broadband funding has been five years in the making. Now the Trump administration says it must give up net neutrality and other state internet rules.
California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California utility regulators this week cleared the way for the state to accept more than $1.4 billion in federal funding to build out broadband in underserved areas. But there’s a catch: Under terms added by the Trump administration, taking the money means rolling […] The post California is poised to get $1.4 billion for broadband. But there’s a huge catch appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
California
Gov. Gavin Newsom is weighing a bill to make it harder for companies to use existing equipment in state waters for offshore drilling in federal waters.
Culture
Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW and National Review editor Ramesh Ponnuru join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including President Trump attempting to ban media outlets from the White House and some Republicans showing frustration with their own party ahead of the midterms.
Technology
The campaign showcases the German brand’s Detox Denim collection.
Culture
The Canadian pop artist's eighth and latest studio album spans 24 songs and clocks in at more than 100 minutes.
Technology
The song comes off the pop star's new album, Day and Night
Technology
The annual luncheon was the last to be held at the historic Neiman Marcus flagship in downtown Dallas before the store shutters at the end of September.
Technology
Barcelona’s soccer players packed out Spain’s FIFA World Cup winning team. Now Catalonia, the northeast region of Spain counting on Barcelona as its capital, accounts for a very significant chunk of the Spanish films playing this year’s San Sebastián Festival, one of its principal draws. Some 150 Catalan companies, no less, will be in San […]
Technology
Over 2019-25, annual Catalan government general cinema funding soared from €12.5 million ($14.4 million) in 2019 to €30.2 million ($34.8 million) in just specific support lines. Now, however, the films that are being made are also getting bigger, as a new generation of filmmakers and TV creatives emerged over the last decade raise their game […]
Bay Area
The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office has dropped all charges against a former El Camino Hospital manager whom a coworker accused of sexual battery in 2025. The post Charges dropped against former Mountain View El Camino Hospital manager appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
Culture
CoComelon's new 30-track album takes upbeat kids' songs (even "Wheels on the Bus") and turns them into sleepytime anthems.
Bay Area
The insurance firm — which some critics describe as the face of the AI bubble — was forced to close its Dogpatch location for operating without a health permit.
Technology
An experiment to provide meals to some Medicaid recipients shows food can be cost-effective medicine. But even as federal officials tout the power of nutrition, Medicaid budget cuts could lead states to think twice about covering healthy food for sick residents. One has already reconsidered.
Technology
CNBC’s Jim Cramer said investors could be in for a relatively quiet week as Wall Street works its way through a historically difficult September.
Bay Area
Theft and vandalism of campaign yard signs is a perennial problem every election season, but Cupertino is seeing an unusually high volume of complaints this year in the sharply divided City Council race. Cupertino City Hall has received 23 formal complaints regarding yard sign thefts, compared with just six during the last election in 2024. That’s […] The post Cupertino sign theft complaints hit new high appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Prosecutors allege a Lake Hughes woman housed hundreds of rescue animals in unsanitary and inhumane conditions.
News
Virginia's attorney general said Thursday that the Department of Homeland Security may have violated several state laws after a whistleblower accused its employees of misrepresenting themselves on voter lookup tools to hunt for noncitizen voters.
Technology
Today, the Department of Justice announced revisions to the Justice Manual to strengthen its fight against fraud under the False Claims Act through clearer standards that promote fair and effective enforcement. These revisions clarify the limits on the use of sub-regulatory guidance across Department litigation and when the Department will seek dismissal of qui tam actions that do not serve the interests of the United States.
Culture
Today, the Department of Justice announced agreements with two of the nation’s largest health care systems—New York University Langone Hospitals (“NYU”) and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (“UPMC”)—that resolve investigations into potential violations of federal law arising from their provision of sex-rejecting procedures on children, often euphemistically referred to as “gender-affirming care.” Under the agreements, NYU and UPMC will cease providing these dangerous interventions to minors, which include administering puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones and performing surgical procedures. Each hospital will also pay a monetary amount as part of the resolutions, with NYU agreeing to pay $8.5 million and UPMC $950,000.
Culture
See inside Dakota Johnson’s cover story for Vogue’s October 2026 issue.
Technology
Disney kicked off its first creator event Created in L.A on Thursday night at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood. Over 350 creators, innovators and industry leaders came together for the first day of a two-day event with the idea to exchange ideas, build relationships, and explore the future of creator-led storytelling and the business behind […]
Culture
The underground's dynamic duo make their triumphant return with their first project together since 2023's Charlie Pope 2.
Culture
Today, the Justice Department announced charges against 16 individuals in connection with illegal voting, illegal voter registration, and related election-fraud schemes across the country. The charges include unlawful voting by non-citizens in federal elections, false claims of citizenship to register or vote, and related offenses including wire fraud, naturalization fraud, passport fraud, and unlawful firearm purchases uncovered during the course of these investigations.
Culture
The Department of Justice is returning approximately $2.5 million in corruption proceeds to the Republic of The Gambia to be used to compensate victims of the Jammeh regime. Yahya Jammeh, the former President of The Gambia, and his wife, Zineb Jammeh, used criminal proceeds and misappropriated Gambian public funds to purchase a mansion in Potomac, Maryland, for their personal use.
Culture
MCH group launched the new fair in Doha as well as announcing a stake in the new Jupiter Festival.
Technology
Newly unsealed court documents show Microsoft and OpenAI executives grappling with whether their AI systems were built on content stolen from publishers.
Bay Area
The average price for a gallon of diesel was still hovering around a record-high of $6.43 as of Friday morning, according to the latest data published by GasBuddy.
California
Disney named former Character.AI CEO Karandeep Anand its first-ever chief technology officer, a day after putting former YouTube executive Adam Smith in charge of streaming.
Technology
You would think that a multimedia conglomerate as large as Disney would have a few chief technology officers by now, but the company has just appointed someone to the position for the very first time. Today, Disney announced that Karandeep Anand is joining the company as its new CTO. Anand will report directly to recently […] You would think that a multimedia conglomerate as large as Disney would have a few chief technology officers by now, but the company has just appointed someone to the position for the very first time. Today, Disney announced that Karandeep Anand is joining the company as its new CTO. Anand will report directly to recently appointed CEO Josh D'Amaro , and he will head up the company's infrastructure, product, engineering, and data / AI platforms teams. Anand comes to Disney from chatbot startup Character.AI , where he served as CEO for just over a year and over
Culture
The Guggenheim Museum's deputy director and chief curator was chosen as the exhibition's organizer in 2024.
Technology
President Donald Trump said he is immediately banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, slamming the news outlets for their “fake news” reporting. On Friday afternoon, Trump wrote on social media, “I am proud to announce that, effective immediately, I am banning Fake News CNN, MSNOW (who recently changed their name from […]
Bay Area
The franchise hasn’t had multiple left-handed hitters with 30 home runs in the same season since moving to San Francisco in 1958.
Markets
A motorist was arrested on murder charges after authorities say she slammed her SUV into a city bus in Los Angeles, killing at least two people and injuring six others in a prelude to a second deadly tragedy: the fiery …
California
The driver of an SUV that slammed into a Metro bus, killing two passengers, has battled drug addiction for years and been in and out of police custody as she's struggled to stay sober, her friend told The Times in an interview.
Technology
"That’s not how Dropkick Murphys would operate,” frontman says
Technology
The musician was best known for his 1996 single “Barely Breathing” and his Tony-winning work on Broadway’s Spring Awakening
California
Duncan Sheik, who earned a Grammy nomination for his ubiquitous 1990s hit "Barely Breathing" and won a Tony Award for composing the music for "Spring Awakening," died Thursday.
Technology
Singer-composer won Tonys and a Grammy for his 2006 rock musical with longtime collaborator Steven Sater
Technology
European Union officials insist they need to see a credible effort from China to rebalance its trade relationship with the bloc by next month or they will use all “tools” at their disposal to fix the situation. EU trade chief …
Technology
Founder Roja Dove will become a consultant, while the company's CEO Audrey Minard will work alongside the Extravaganza team to expand and reinforce the Roja London business in the Middle East.
Technology
The Italian brand plans to hand over the floor to its enthusiastic community of collectors, who will be showcasing and selling vintage pieces, alongside items from the brand's current fall collection.
News
In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.
Bay Area
The Nov. 3 election includes votes for governor and state legislature in most states and will determine whether the House and Senate maintain their Republican majorities.
Technology
“You really should be focusing on the Zionist lobbies that are trying to silence the voices of people who are shouting about genocide,” Rowe says
Technology
“The Age of Goodbyes” begins, in more ways than one, with a curse. In Li Zi Shu’s sprawling Malaysian Chinese novel, a family is said to be marked by early death; in Edmund Yeo’s screen adaptation, in the Special Presentations section of the Toronto Film Festival, that curse becomes the hinge on which five decades […]
Bay Area
A little-known ocean phenomenon linked to El Niño is making its way toward California and could raise Bay Area sea levels by as much as a foot this fall, increasing the risk of coastal flooding across the region. Here's what to know about Kelvin waves.
Culture
Olivia Rodrigo’s "You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love" returns to No. 1 on the albums tally after a four-week break.
Markets
Ellen Polcari
Technology
In the past week, Musk has agreed with the CEOs of Anthropic and OpenAI, while getting contradicted by President Trump and Nvidia's Jensen Huang.
Bay Area
The San Francisco Signal will host matches at the venue where the Warriors played in the 1960s.
Markets
Equal Parts has acquired ProSource Insurance Agency, a Plano, Texas-based brokerage specializing in transportation insurance. Completed during the first quarter of 2026, the acquisition strengthens Equal Parts’ transportation insurance capabilities and expands its presence in one of the nation’s largest …
Technology
The star-producer also looks back on 'Moon Knight' and how its unexpected turn paved the way for 'The Lowdown.'
California
Tasked with an arduous forest mission and a heavy load, a gang of enlisted convicts hopes to earn its freedom, even as the outlook seems grim.
Culture
Also: MusiMap hires former UMG chief technology officer Ty Roberts, Mom+Pop brings on vp of digital marketing Daria Stachera and more.
Technology
FAA plans for AI tool to help manage DC air traffic before a nationwide rollout.
Technology
FCC rejects concerns about repressive governments buying influence over CBS owner.
Technology
Chinese superstar Fan Bingbing’s latest role puts her at the center of an unusual dynamic: a Chinese caregiver drawn into the fixation of an aging, stroke-paralyzed Japanese widower. “Diary of a Mad Old Man,” Wayne Wang’s adaptation of Tanizaki Jun’ichirō’s 1961 novel, is having its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival in the gala […]
Bay Area
Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman said a new report indicates the central bank's staff missed signs ahead of Silicon Valley Bank's 2023 failure.
Markets
Earlier this month, federal legislation was introduced to make motor vehicle collision fraud a federal crime, according to a joint press release by Congresswoman Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) alongside U.S Representatives Troy Nehls (R-TX-22), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) and Vince Fong (R-CA-20). …
Markets
Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement action with SNB Bancshares and Bank of Eufaula
Markets
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Northstar Bank, former employee of American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc., and former employee of Regions Bank
Technology
Rare cells with widespread connectivity seem to be able to trigger sleep.
Technology
On the morning of June 9th, Laura Lin was working from her home in Lanesville, a rural southern Indiana town about 15 miles from the Kentucky border. She was on a Zoom call, unaware that the heavy rain outside was beginning to flood her yard. "I look over to where the barn is over there, […] On the morning of June 9th, Laura Lin was working from her home in Lanesville, a rural southern Indiana town about 15 miles from the Kentucky border. She was on a Zoom call, unaware that the heavy rain outside was beginning to flood her yard. "I look over to where the barn is over there, and I see pieces of my wood floating, and I was like, 'What?' And I immediately was like, 'I have to go.' Close my laptop, and I get my kids up, and I'm like, 'Something's wrong,'" Lin recalls. Lin and her family got out safely and sheltered at a neighbor's house, but Lanesville got over 8 inches of rain within
Markets
Lennar Corp. highlighted yet another challenge for homebuilders that have been contending with sluggish demand and high mortgage rates: price competition from a growing supply of existing homes. It’s especially notable in Florida and Texas, two of Lennar’s largest markets, …
Culture
The new merch line is selling fast, with several items sold out already. Shop what's left here while stocks last.
Technology
The actress said that "after the fifth concussion, the brain injury made things significantly worse."
California
The lawsuit alleges a male-dominated culture where sexual comments were tolerated and male employees were protected.
Technology
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is positioning the state to take the lead on AI oversight, including the potential to mandate a "kill switch" for frontier models, with a new executive order issued Friday. Newsom's order directs the state to convene a group of experts that will deliver recommendations within two months on how to […] California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is positioning the state to take the lead on AI oversight, including the potential to mandate a "kill switch" for frontier models, with a new executive order issued Friday. Newsom's order directs the state to convene a group of experts that will deliver recommendations within two months on how to strengthen AI safety measures in state law. Newsom wants the group to consider how the state could require AI companies to embed independent verification groups onsite for regular audits, make their transparency reports and risk
Technology
He also came up with “Patience runs out on the junkie,” the first line in the Bob Weir/Grateful Dead song “Victim or the Crime.”
Technology
The custom Gustavo Cerati ES-335 is limited to just 60 instruments worldwide via in-store purchase or phone orders, starting Friday (Sept. 18).
California
Golden Gate Transit is reducing select Friday-only commute bus trips as part of the Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan, starting today. Beginning this week, the agency will eliminate one morning and one afternoon express trip on Routes 114, 132 and 154. Two morning and two afternoon trips on Route 172 will also be discontinued. Golden […] The post Golden Gate Transit cuts some Friday service appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
The National Association of Professional Insurance Agents has made David Gorman its president, succeeding Mark Suhr. Gorman, of Dallas, founded Red Gorman Insurance Services in 2018 and has a long history of service to the independent insurance agent community holding …
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H&M Studio Fall 2026 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
While the trailers HBO has released for its upcoming “Harry Potter” reboot share a lot of similarities with the original movies, the music will be totally different. In an interview with Collider, Hans Zimmer spoke about the how intimidating it was to follow the footsteps of iconic composer John Williams. “Harry Potter” marks Zimmer’s second […]
Culture
Harris Reed Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
Hawai’i Employers’ Mutual Insurance Company Inc. is returning $5 million to qualifying policyholders this year, a move that the workers’ compensation insurer said marks the 20th consecutive annual dividend declared by its board. This payout also matches the largest dividend …
California
The Hayward City Council could make a decision about a proposed data center moratorium next month after it instructed city staff at a meeting this week to come back with more information. At its Tuesday meeting, the council voted 7-0 to direct staff to start the process for prohibiting future data center approvals and will […] The post Hayward City Council to consider data center moratorium in October appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Kanal-Centre Pompidou founding director Yves Goldstein was reportedly given an ultimatum to leave now, or stay until the opening, but with drastically reduced responsibilities.
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Heat will continue to sear the Great Plains and central Mississippi Valley this weekend, as well as pushing into Texas, Oklahoma and even the eastern US, prompting the nation’s largest grid operator to call on customers to conserve energy. Dallas …
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Klum's daughter Leni was also in attendance.
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Directed by Rick Rubin, the eight-part documentary series premieres on Friday, Sept. 18.
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Hershey won the dismissal of a lawsuit claiming it let down consumers because its Halloween-themed Reese’s pumpkins lacked the decorative carved designs shown on the packaging. U.S. District Judge Melissa Damian in Miami said the two Florida residents leading the …
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Opening with a two-night run at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, this large-scale tour spans East Asia, making stops in Seoul, Hong Kong, Fukuoka, and Taipei.
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The lone juror who wanted to convict Lindsay Clancy of murder for killing her three children said he was certain of her guilt, but that other jurors wouldn't listen to him, according to a statement released by his lawyer Friday in his first public comments on the case.
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Pals since their days living in L.A. in the early 2000s, the two English musicians have a new group called Dragonflies.
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The film — heavily influenced by the award-winning director's relationship with anime and manga — follows two students whose love-at-first-sight connection is cut abruptly short when one of them dies.
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“They have complained before that I don’t share enough details about my personal life with them.”
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CEO Marc Benioff said Salesforce is providing $27 million to schools this year, as well as $13 million to multiple Bay Area law enforcement agencies to support security operations during the conference.
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Olivia Benson has been keeping New York safe for nearly three decades — and Hulu has enough “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” to keep viewers occupied for nearly as long. Ahead of the procedural’s Season 28 premiere on Oct. 8, all 27 previously aired seasons of Dick Wolf’s long-running NBC drama are currently available […]
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Gas prices are going up at a near record-setting pace in the U.S., with the average price of a gallon of gas approaching $4.50.
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“I racked up this debt to cover my living expenses for two years without an income stream.”
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Turns out all my love life needed was data input and pattern recognition.
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The fair has grown more than 20 percent since returning to the Park Avenue Armory in 2024.
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More taxpayers have been applying for an "offer in compromise" since 2023, but the IRS has accepted far fewer requests. Tax experts are unsure why.
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The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Chicago area residential construction and carpentry employer after two separate investigations into its continued failure to provide fall protection for workers. The department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration investigated two worksites operated …
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The actor worked with Shawn Ryan and Eileen Myers to adapt the true story of a radio news broadcaster and an aggrieved kidnapper with modern-day parallels to figures like Luigi Mangione.
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To bring its new category to life, On also announced that former soccer star Thierry Henry has joined as director of football.
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Amid a civil war in Sudan, it’s now difficult for people with cancer and other long-term illnesses to receive treatment that was once readily available
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"It's not of, 'I'm trying to be a dick,'" the actress explained during an onstage conversation with director Curry Barker about Focus Features' horror smash.
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India’s food regulator said on Friday it had found a Nestle baby food sample to be substandard and was pursuing legal action against the Swiss company in one of its biggest growth markets. Nestle said its products are “fully compliant …
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The parents, Melissa Rivera, 29, and Fernando Esparza Guzman, 48, 'acknowledged the dangers posed to their newborn,' and said they had been waiting to take the infant to a hospital sometime later, the sheriff's office said.
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The brand is among Interparfums’ fastest-growing.
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Hundreds of thousands of Iranians rallied Friday in a government-organized show of defiance after months of war, pledging their readiness to take up arms in the biggest such demonstration since the United States and Israel attacked in February.
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We asked LAist listeners if they had ever rekindled a past relationship and heard mixed results.
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Selling a condominium unit has become a challenge for many, as buyers get spooked at the prospect of bearing ever-rising HOA fees — even if the home comes with a lower price tag.
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For years, California has struggled to address a mounting backlog of workers claiming labor law violations, even as it collected millions of dollars from employers each year for enforcement. Now, a judge’s order may force the state to solve the problem.  The state’s Labor Commissioner’s Office faces a lawsuit this year from workers who say […]
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“By the time my mother died, the insurance company had paid out almost $600,000.”
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Dimon and Fraser join OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Nvidia chief Jensen Huang and others who are reportedly planning to attend the Trump-Xi state dinner.
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Jaclyn Smith reflects on "Charlie's Angels," her business success, lifelong friendship with Farrah Fawcett and more in a new episode of "On the Red Carpet: ICONS."
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Doug Aitken’s “Lightscape” is a seven-screen, film-based installation that just completed a run at the Shed’s 12,000-sq.-ft. Darla Moore Gallery that completed its run earlier this week, but as part of the venue’s annual invite-only gala on Thursday night, Jamie XX played a live score as the images rolled by, in an immersive setting of […]
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Japan's central bank raises benchmark interest rate to 1.25%
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Ten major Japanese broadcasters are joining forces for the first time to send a joint delegation to MipCancun, marking the country’s first coordinated television market presence outside Asia. The “All-Japan” initiative is organized under the Japan Commercial Broadcasters Association (JBA) in collaboration with Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) and the Broadcast Program […]
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In a highly-competitive situation, HBO has given out a straight-to-series order for the drama “The Spread” with Javier Bardem attached to star and executive produce, Variety has confirmed. The project hails from writers Bill Dubuque And Sean Sansiveri, who also executive produce alongside Bardem. This will be Sansiveri’s first credited TV writing role. Matthew Vaughn […]
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The Shanghai exhibition comes as the actor will appear on-screen as Ebenezer Scrooge in a Paramount Pictures release.
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Her two-venue hometown museum survey, folded into Counterpublic Triennial, is an absolute smash.
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U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema in Virginia rejected the notion that the case's claims are moot because the Trump administration says the fund is dead and won't go forward.
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A Louisiana jury has convicted a woman of negligent homicide in the death of a television reporter who had been visiting New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl
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Today, the Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel released a legal opinion concluding that the federal prohibition may not be enforced against licensed dealers selling handguns to otherwise law-abiding adults ages 18 to 20 consistent with the Second Amendment.
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The Justice Department has selected seven additional federally recognized Tribes to participate in the continued expansion of the Tribal Access Program for National Crime Information (TAP), a program that provides Tribal governments with means to access, enter, and exchange data with national crime information systems, including those maintained by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division.
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Chubby Checker and veteran talent buyer Gil Cunningham will also be recognized next month in Nashville.
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On her first of two nights in New Jersey, the Colombian superstar brought the house down on Thursday (Sept. 17) with a joyful, high-energy show.
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Kardashian and de Saint Sernin will be launching a Skims collaboration this Oct.
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Kim Kardashian reveals she has been diagnosed with esophagitis in a new trailer for "The Kardashians." The condition, left untreated, can lead to the same cancer that killed her dad.
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The move will hurt, but Nike does still count a few major players on its side.
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The council also approved a series of measures that steer funding toward residents affected by the fire.
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A community united by a tragedy is coming together to pay tribute to those killed in the tragic chain of events that unfolded in Los Angeles.
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HUD delays are expected to affect more than 50 local service providers, with the bulk of their renewal grants expiring in the next three months, according to LAHSA.
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The pair performed "Phone, Keys, Wallet," at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's event.
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LeRoy Chatfield weaved seamlessly through movements, acting as a key player in the United Farm Workers union, serving in Gov. Jerry Brown's administration, and helping secure safe spaces for Sacramento's homeless community.
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The actress starred in Spring Awakening composed by the late musician
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The singer-songwriter known for his Grammy-nominated 1996 single "Barely Breathing" died Thursday of organ failure.
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A federal district court in New York has approved a $10.5 million class action settlement by digital insurer Lemonade over its exposing license numbers of as many as 190,644 drivers to third parties through its online auto insurance quote platform. …
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Anyone shopping for a Windows laptop with a $1K budget should head to Best Buy, where for the rest of the day you can get a great deal on a capable Lenovo laptop. The Yoga Slim 7X is a slim 14-inch machine with a 2K 16:10 OLED touchscreen, Snapdragon’s high-end X2 Elite processor with 12 […] Anyone shopping for a Windows laptop with a $1K budget should head to Best Buy , where for the rest of the day you can get a great deal on a capable Lenovo laptop. The Yoga Slim 7X is a slim 14-inch machine with a 2K 16:10 OLED touchscreen, Snapdragon’s high-end X2 Elite processor with 12 cores, plus 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. The specs are about the best you can get these days for $1,000, as worthwhile laptop deals are in short supply during RAMageddon. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Where to Buy: $1649.99 $999.99 at Best Buy The Yoga Slim 7X seems like a great alternative to spending more (and gett
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There is an outbreak of hepatitis A (HAV) in Costa Rica. Most cases have been reported in San José province.
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An increased number of cases of yellow fever have been reported in Colombia.
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The actress sported the designer's ever-popular Rockstud silhouettes in a sandal style.
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London is buzzing ahead of fashion week, from a Burberry trenchcoat exhibition at the V&A to a Harrods pop-up celebrating African fashion and a new jewelry gallery at Liberty.
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Additional projects in the works for the line include stop-motion films and an animated short-form series launching later in 2026.
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The British hitmaker – who has recently worked with Zara Larsson, FLO and more – opens up about leaving chart pressure behind and finding a lighter way forward on his second solo album.
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The man who sprayed vinegar at U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall has been sentenced to 14 months in prison.
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The Marine Mammal Center has been tracking reports of a humpback whale that entered San Francisco Bay this week and continued traveling east into the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta near Rio Vista. First reported in the bay on Tuesday, the adult whale has been spotted near the Richmond ship channel, traveling north past the Richmond-San Rafael […] The post Marine Mammal Center tracks humpback whale sightings in Delta appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Workers’ compensation provider Summit has expanded its coverage into Maryland and Washington, D.C. Summit-managed carriers — Bridgefield Casualty Insurance Co., Bridgefield Employers Insurance Co. and Bridgefield Indemnity Insurance Co. — received regulatory approval to begin offering workers’ compensation coverage in …
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Released back in April 2012, "Payphone" gives Maroon 5 a sixth entry into YouTube's Billion Views Club.
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Jim Obergefell, the lead plaintiff in the 2015 U.S. Supreme Court case that made same-sex marriage legal nationwide, will be grand marshal of the Russian River Pride parade Saturday in Guerneville, organizers said. Obergefell co-owns Equality Vines, a wine company with a tasting room on Main Street, according to a Russian River Pride news release. […] The post Marriage equality plaintiff Jim Obergefell named grand marshal of Russian River Pride parade appeared first on Local News Matters .
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My Life, My Story has 10 remaining shows between October & February.
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Solve the math puzzle from our October 2026 issue, in which a bird watcher seeks an indoor hobby.
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A friendly rivalry between ginger roots and silvered elderflowers grew into the Central Saint Martins graduate’s first commercially available collection.
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A previously unknown cat species has been identified in plain sight: at a wildlife sanctuary in Bolivia, where the small, spotted feline had been living for years after being taken in by a local family.
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A couple of Lowell High School juniors are behind the grassroots organization DeFlock SF.
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Ning Xu of Tsinghua University captured tiny cilia beating in airways of a child with rare respiratory disorder.
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People who use Meta's smart glasses or were recorded with the gadget are worried about how the social media giant is using their photos and videos.
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Clancy's trial ended in a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a unanimous verdict following seven days of deliberation.
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The singer’s real-life fiancé Maxx Morando appears in the latest Bass Persuades visual
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The couple are surrounded by the most glamorous, barely clothed pals in the Mert Alas-directed video shot at L.A.'s famous Chateau Marmont.
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The Grammy winning artist released the video a day before her new album, Bass Persuades, arrives
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See how Billboard ranks the new songs from the pop great's first album with her new label (and without her last name).
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The pop star pours her full heart into her dance-infused 10th studio album.
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Check out the must-hear releases of the week.
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The Monterey County Government Center in Salinas that has been shut down for two weeks due to a sewer line malfunction is set to reopen as soon as early next week, the county said Thursday. The county announced the center’s closure on Sept. 3 after an extensive sewer line malfunction occurred that mostly affected the […] The post Monterey County hopes government center will reopen as early as next week appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Officials said idle batteries left from the 2025 Moss Landing fire spontaneously ignited Friday.
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Patients will order these cheaper, unproven products via an 800-number or the internet, skipping appointments with real doctors who can provide accurate diagnoses and proven treatments.
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The Morgan Hill City Council took action against one of its own on Wednesday, formally censuring Councilmember Yvonne Martinez Beltrán in a move that divided residents. The council voted 4-1, with Martinez Beltrán as the lone dissenter, to adopt the resolution to censure the councilmember citing incidents of harassment, rudeness, intimidation and discrimination. She will... The post Morgan Hill officials censure colleague over intimidation appeared first on San José Spotlight .
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Shelter-in-place warnings for nearby residents The post Moss Landing battery facility reignites 1.5 years after fire appeared first on Santa Cruz Local .
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As AI hysteria reaches a fever pitch, it’s time to look at the evidence.
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As the Mountain View Whisman School District wrestles with looming budget cuts to address slumping revenue and growing expenditures, it’s also preparing for its student body to shrink in the coming years. The post Mountain View Whisman grapples with decreasing enrollment appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
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The intimate Santa Monica dinner brought together the brands’ creative community for a special menu by Huang at Chez Jay.
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The Federal Reserve announced a quarter-percentage-point interest-rate hike Wednesday, to a range of 3.75%-4.0%.
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It’s week two in the NFL season and we’re already seeing a big rivalry game between two NFC North teams. Although both the Vikings and the Bears are 1-0 on the season, this game has a little more weight since it’s a division matchup. Whichever teams wins this Sunday, they’re one step closer to winning […]
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New York officials reported last night that a second person has died of Legionnaires’ disease due to an outbreak in South Bronx. The New York City Health Department is continuing its investigation and containment efforts to address a community cluster …
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Executives, marketing professionals, entrepreneurs and creators across the field of film, television and gaming came together for a day of keynote speakers, panels and networking on Thursday for the Variety Entertainment & Technology Summit presented by EY. Industry professionals from Blumhouse Atomic Monster, Sony, Warner Bros., Mattel, Reddit and more spoke about navigating AI, engaging […]
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As governments and political leaders increasingly push for regulations to rein in artificial intelligence, neither candidate for California governor has committed to firm policies on AI safety, including two requirements Gov. Gavin Newsom called for Friday. Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton […] The post Neither Becerra nor Hilton will commit to AI safety guidelines Newsom laid out Friday appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As governments and political leaders increasingly push for regulations to rein in artificial intelligence, neither candidate for California governor has committed to firm policies on AI safety, including two requirements Gov. Gavin Newsom called for Friday. Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton […] The post Neither Becerra nor Hilton will commit to AI safety guidelines Newsom laid out Friday appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As governments and political leaders increasingly push for regulations to rein in artificial intelligence, neither candidate for California governor has committed to firm policies on AI safety, including two requirements Gov. Gavin Newsom called for Friday. Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton […] The post Neither Becerra nor Hilton will commit to AI safety guidelines Newsom laid out Friday appeared first on The Almanac .
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Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton agree AI safety is important. What they will do to ensure it is less clear.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As governments and political leaders increasingly push for regulations to rein in artificial intelligence, neither candidate for California governor has committed to firm policies on AI safety, including two requirements Gov. Gavin Newsom called for Friday. Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton […] The post Neither Becerra nor Hilton will commit to AI safety guidelines Newsom laid out Friday appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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The bank is now underweight the streaming giant's stock, citing "tougher choices ahead" for the company.
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The horse’s intact body, and the pieces of decorative harness fittings found with it, suggest a deliberate and perhaps honorific interment.
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New York Attorney General Letitia James encouraged workers at artificial intelligence companies to confidentially report activity they think is dangerous or illegal to her office. In a Thursday press release, James pointed to an online portal she said whistleblowers could …
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After years of trying to convince developers and investors that it’s a viable alternative to Miami and Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale’s pitch is starting to resonate. The South Florida city has drawn an influx of luxury condominium projects and one …
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In our news wrap Friday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order that aims to speed up safety measures for AI, including a possible 'kill switch' for advanced models, President Trump announced that all 50 states will participate in a new Medicaid drug pricing program and Russians are voting in the country's first parliamentary elections since its invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered the formation of a panel to come up with safety regulations for the state's AI companies, including the development of a possible 'kill switch' for programs that go rogue.
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Facing alarm over rogue AI incidents, Newsom ordered new safety rules — reviving parts of a bill he vetoed two years ago.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that he is directing state agencies to develop artificial intelligence safety recommendations, some of which were part of a bill he vetoed two years ago. His change of tune on those measures, including requiring AI developers to include […] The post Newsom orders California agencies to develop new AI safety plans after rejecting tougher law appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that he is directing state agencies to develop artificial intelligence safety recommendations, some of which were part of a bill he vetoed two years ago. His change of tune on those measures, including requiring AI developers to include […] The post Newsom orders California agencies to develop new AI safety plans after rejecting tougher law appeared first on The Almanac .
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that he is directing state agencies to develop artificial intelligence safety recommendations, some of which were part of a bill he vetoed two years ago. His change of tune on those measures, including requiring AI developers to include […] The post Newsom orders California agencies to develop new AI safety plans after rejecting tougher law appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
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Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday ordered state agencies to develop safety regulations for artificial intelligence after vetoing tougher rules two years ago.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that he is directing state agencies to develop artificial intelligence safety recommendations, some of which were part of a bill he vetoed two years ago. His change of tune on those measures, including requiring AI developers to include […] The post Newsom orders California agencies to develop new AI safety plans after rejecting tougher law appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Gov. Gavin Newsom's comment about a 2028 presidential run got a lot of attention this week. What's his angle?
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Nick Kroll said upcoming Netflix comedy series “A Hundred Percent,” which he co-created and stars in, is a “love letter” to Los Angeles — and he expressed hope that a “thriving” entertainment production community will bring “vitality” to the city. The comedian, writer, producer, director and actor was a featured keynote speaker at the Variety […]
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He's suing his trust's fiduciary, who previously served as Britney Spears' conservator after her father was removed from the role.
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Mbappe had been signed with Nike for roughly two decades, and his agreement with On is the first it has made with a soccer player.
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The family of data scientist Irfan Al-Hussaini traveled to Palo Alto to investigate after his death was ruled a suicide.
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The programs were designed to close academic achievement gaps. Conservative parent group Defending Education wants a federal investigation, claiming the programs constitute racial discrimination.
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Oil prices fell on Friday as additional Saudi crude supplies help ease disruption fears.
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This season, WWD spotlights four emerging designers: Kanyinsola Onalaja, Macy Grimshaw, Francesca Lake, and a collaborative collection from Kai Ghattaura and Fin Forsyth.
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Recently unsealed court documents in the New York Times' case against OpenAI and Microsoft are pretty damning. The companies' own documentation warned that it was starting a "doom loop" that would damage the web, characterized its scraping of data to train its models as the "largest theft of labor in human history," and that it […] Recently unsealed court documents in the New York Times ' case against OpenAI and Microsoft are pretty damning. The companies' own documentation warned that it was starting a "doom loop" that would damage the web, characterized its scraping of data to train its models as the "largest theft of labor in human history," and that it made a "complete mockery of the idea of fair use." Many of the most eye-catching quotes from the document come from Microsoft's Director of Applied Science, Brent Hecht. Though, the company has tried to distance itself from Hecht
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OpenAI has disclosed six reports of "unexpected or concerning" behavior in AI models, including an unreleased research model inserting "jailbreak-like instructions" into its own notes to disregard its normal constraints and telling itself to be "freed from the roles and identities that bind other chatbots."
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Suleyman joined "Squawk Box" to discuss OpenAI's latest incidents of "concerning model behavior" disclosed earlier this week.
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It wasn’t until he started medical school, Brian Zhang writes, that he realized ‘Asian glow’ from drinking was a sign of something important.
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Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]
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Some Menlo Park residents have expressed concern about the 80 Willow Road development's ties to Russian businessman Vitaly Yusufov, the son of Russia’s former energy minister Igor Yusufov. The post Ownership of Menlo Park’s 80 Willow Road development raises questions for some appeared first on The Almanac .
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Some Menlo Park residents have expressed concern about the 80 Willow Road development's ties to Russian businessman Vitaly Yusufov, the son of Russia’s former energy minister Igor Yusufov. The post Ownership of Menlo Park’s 80 Willow Road development raises questions for some appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Billboard Japan had the opportunity to interview the septet in London on the occasion of the release of their second album.
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After suffering significant delays due to water damage, the Palo Alto Museum is now looking to officially open its doors to the public in April, CEO Marguerite Gong Hancock announced this week. The post Palo Alto Museum opening delayed until next April appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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After stalling for several years, a grant-funded bike lane project in south Palo Alto will soon be back in the city’s rotation, with construction slated for 2028. The South Palo Alto Bikeways Project is expected to introduce temporary bike lane protections on East Meadow Drive and Fabian Way, two streets that carry a large number... The post Palo Alto bike improvements coming to East Meadow, Fabian Way appeared first on San José Spotlight .
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David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance is in “advanced talks” with California Attorney General Rob Bonta to settle the 12-state antitrust suit that’s holding up its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday, citing anonymous sources. A Paramount spokesperson declined to comment. A rep for Bonta’s office said, “Potential settlement talks are confidential. […]
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Per the Wall Street Journal, the two sides are in “advanced talks” to resolve the case. A spokesperson for California Attorney General Rob Bonta's office said the discussions are “confidential.”
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The designer and 2026 ANDAM Special Prize winner has turned knitwear into a shared language between her knitters in Lima, Peru, and her London studio.
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Author Tyler Hanley takes readers on a quest with four siblings in a post-apocalyptic world as they try to evade a nefarious scientist with mysterious ties to their father. "Firewalkers" was published in August. The post Peninsula-raised writer releases debut novel, ‘Firewalkers’ appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Author Tyler Hanley takes readers on a quest with four siblings in a post-apocalyptic world as they try to evade a nefarious scientist with mysterious ties to their father. "Firewalkers" was published in August. The post Peninsula-raised writer releases debut novel, ‘Firewalkers’ appeared first on The Almanac .
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Author Tyler Hanley takes readers on a quest with four siblings in a post-apocalyptic world as they try to evade a nefarious scientist with mysterious ties to their father. "Firewalkers" was published in August. The post Peninsula-raised writer releases debut novel, ‘Firewalkers’ appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
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Author Tyler Hanley takes readers on a quest with four siblings in a post-apocalyptic world as they try to evade a nefarious scientist with mysterious ties to their father. "Firewalkers" was published in August. The post Peninsula-raised writer releases debut novel, ‘Firewalkers’ appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
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The Pentagon has rolled out formal guidance for mandatory testosterone testing for male service members 30 and older, a policy that leaves out women for now and faces questions from medical experts about the need and efficacy of such a program.
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Brown & Riding has added David Grollman and Matt Grollman to its national Construction Practice. David Grollman brings nearly 35 years of industry experience to his role at Brown & Riding. He is a long-standing construction specialist, with expertise in …
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Petra Fagerström Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
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"This second season kicks off with a bang — many bangs," the former 007 tells The Hollywood Reporter, who admits "we all want to know" who will be the next James Bond.
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Planning Commission Meeting: September 24, 2026 - CANCELED The Planning Commission conducts public hearings and makes decisions on use permits, variances, site plan and architectural reviews and related planning and zoning actions for residential, commercial and industrial development, and subdivisions of land. The Commission also makes recommendations related to planning regulations, design review policies, development of parks and open space, and the General Plan. Want to learn more? Check out agenda and reports below : Agenda and Reports This Planning Commission Meeting has been canceled. The next regular Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2026. Want information on upcoming legislative meetings, meeting agendas and related meeting staff reports? Visit our meetings and agendas center . Thu, 09/24/2026 - 19:00 Off Hayward , CA United States
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The collection as a tribute to the farmers whose work makes the denim industry possible.
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Mercari shares are clawing back losses after Pokémon card listing restrictions triggered a selloff earlier this week.
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Prada is one of the early customers of Iva, an agentic AI developed by Ivalua.
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"A dying industry," "incredibly uncertain." One year after California boosted its film and TV tax credit program, how film and TV workers in Los Angeles are faring.
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Press Release Fatal Collision Kelly St and Bayview Ave Fatal Collision- Kelly Street and Bayview Avenue HAYWARD, Calif., On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at approximately 10:58 a.m., officers responded to the report of a collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian near the intersection of Kelly Street and Bayview Avenue. Officers arrived and located all involved parties. The driver, a 48-year-old adult male and Hayward resident, was still on scene when officers arrived. He was cooperative and provided a statement regarding the incident. The driver’s identity is not being released at this time. The pedestrian, a 73-year-old female adult, was located at the scene of the collision suffering from injuries related to the collision. Medical personnel responded and transported her to a nearby hospital where she was later pronounced deceased. The identity of the pedestrian is
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Protesters are demanding Trump be removed as its chairman for failing to protect and manage it.
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Nestlé is assessing its options after Russia placed the Swiss food giant’s local assets under temporary external administration.
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The singer’s first album as just Miley features assists from Model/Actriz, Miike Snow’s Andrew Wyatt, Kid Harpoon, and more
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Water leaked into a room housing Caravaggio's Bacchus at the Uffizi.
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A Getty photographer captured Trump on Air Force One, reviewing a placard that appears to read “Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED.”
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Researchers used Claude to reach an OpenAI employee account and sensitive GitHub data.
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Retailers highlighted bursts of color, elevated outerwear, lingerie styles and fringe as among the key trends.
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Revolut Ltd. said no individual or group has made direct contact or demand almost a week after the fintech reported a scam involving an unauthorized third party that exposed sensitive information of some customers. A spokesperson for the London-based firm …
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The recent Billboard cover star aims to continue his winning streak on new album.
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“I can tell you SpaceX has already gone captive."
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His gallery said that he died in a fatal accident in Rio de Janeiro.
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On their new album, the Mexican guitar duo marks a milestone with the track "Somos Como Tú."
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The multi-instrumentalist's new album, Violence Insane In a Beautiful World , takes a tough, honest look at our planet.
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Roger Vivier created a special 10-piece capsule for the occasion.
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Rosalind Ashford, the soprano behind Motown hits including "Dancing in the Street" and "Heat Wave," has died. She was 83.
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Dave Meyers filmed the energetic new clip entirely on Apple’s newly unveiled iPhone 18 Pro.
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Russians on Friday began three days of voting in the country's first wartime parliamentary election, which features virtually no opposition and is all but certain to secure the Kremlin's political dominance.
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The San Francisco Opera and the San Francisco Opera Orchestra have reached a tentative contract agreement and performances in the 2026-27 season will begin next week.  The agreement between management and members of the American Federation of Musicians Union Local 6 was reached on Thursday, following a strike that began one week ago which caused […] The post SF Opera, Orchestra settle strike, performances begin Sept. 22 appeared first on Local News Matters .
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The big cat was first spotted roaming the streets around 7 a.m.
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"It really ticks all the boxes."
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Aldar's retail district opens in the fourth quarter in Abu Dhabi with more than 100 brands, as the Guggenheim debuts in December and chief retail officer Saoud Khoory takes WWD inside.
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“He just keep releasing all this old stuff and charging people for old pictures that you can find on the internet,” Hagar said of Alex Van Halen. “He’s doing a lot of stuff wrong for the legacy of Van Halen”
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Before San Franpsycho was a clothing brand, its founders were surfers at Ocean Beach. In 2001, they made a surf video and gave it an unforgettable name.  Twenty-five years later, those beginnings are the focus of “Quarter Century of Psycho: A San Franpsycho Retrospective” at 111 Minna Gallery. The exhibition follows San Franpsycho from its […] The post San Franpsycho celebrates 25 years with an SF retrospective appeared first on Local News Matters .
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San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan faces a $27,500 fine over breaches of a government transparency law stemming from late disclosures of political donations. The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC), a state body that enforces campaign finance and government ethics rules, assessed the fine after determining Mahan had failed to file timely disclosures of more than $2.3... The post San Jose mayor fined over donation transparency lapses appeared first on San José Spotlight .
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Ten takes on this year’s San Sebastián Film Festival, which runs Sept. 18-26 at the picturesque Basque Country resort: Brad Pitt, Penelope Cruz, Naomi Watts and More Last in San Sebastián way back then with “Inglourious Basterds,” Brad Pitt returns for “Heart of the Beast.” Busiest star of the festival? Penelope Cruz, fresh off a […]
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The state investigation follows the death of 2-year-old Jaxon Juarez, placed with a guardian who had a prior child-endangerment conviction.
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Santa Clara County is charting how it plans to tackle homelessness over the next five years in one of its most challenging periods. The post Santa Clara County sees challenges for 5-year homelessness plan appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis exchanged fresh strikes across their border on Thursday and Yemenis took to boats in the Red Sea to escape fighting, as the spreading Middle East war created new threats to global oil supplies. Houthi-controlled …
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Find the cutest pet costumes this Halloween from Chewy, Walmart & Kohl's.
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A new tranche of tariffs on 16 United States trading partners including China may be delayed by President Donald Trump’s planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping next week.
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A team of three independent security researchers at Hacktron says it took less than 72 hours for them to hack into OpenAI employee accounts using Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.8 and 5, The Wall Street Journal reports. They were able to access OpenAI's GitHub repository, called "Monorepo," which reportedly contains "OpenAI's algorithmic secrets," according to The […] A team of three independent security researchers at Hacktron says it took less than 72 hours for them to hack into OpenAI employee accounts using Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.8 and 5, The Wall Street Journal reports. They were able to access OpenAI's GitHub repository, called "Monorepo," which reportedly contains "OpenAI's algorithmic secrets," according to The Wall Street Journal 's sources. They stopped short of accessing internal code in Monorepo themselves, but sent a pull request from an employee's Codex account to prove
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Sesame Street has a half-century-long tradition of legendary musical guests and innovative adaptations: from Stevie Wonder’s iconic performance in the early ‘70s to Tony Bennett retrofitting his timeless classic “Fly Me to the Moon” to be a story about the show’s worm character Slimy on an expedition to the moon (“Slimy to the Moon,” of […]
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The Colombian superstars return to their shared musical universe with a sensual merengue fueled by desire, chemistry and tropical heat.
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A man was killed by a shark as he swam off a Western Australian city beach Friday while beachgoers watched in horror.
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Leane, who worked closely with the late Lee Alexander McQueen for nearly two decades, has created three bespoke jewelry pieces for the brand's runway show, which takes place Sept. 20 during London Fashion Week.
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The e-commerce company is asking a judge to throw out the lawsuit brought earlier this year by Selena's sister, Suzette Quintanilla.
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Alexandre Arnault joins Nike’s board, Hua Du takes the helm at Lycra and Target recruits Hilton’s marketing chief in a packed week of executive moves.
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Comedian Sophia Garrow asks the Republican candidate for governor of California about his views on feet, Charlie Kirk, ICE, and glizzies.
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More vineyard owners in Napa County are seeking to join a lawsuit against the county over what they call a “patchwork” of regulations that obstruct growth for small-scale wineries, in some cases leading to heavy fines.  Lindsay Hoopes, owner of Hoopes Vineyard, is a lead plaintiff and filed the suit in 2024 following a series […] The post Small vineyards call Napa County’s policies unconstitutional appeared first on Local News Matters .
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The husband and wife and their 13-year-old daughter were found dead with gunshot wounds in their San Diego home, police said.
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Senators elected this November will be in office when Social Security's retirement trust fund is projected to run dry.
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SpaceX is getting an extension to an existing contract that will allow three additional crewed Dragon flights to the International Space Station.
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Participating artists will receive 12 months of free studio time, early access to select Spotify features, prioritized access to tour or music video partnerships, and more
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An 8-year-old boy was beaten, left chained up and starved over the course of a year, losing more than 100 pounds before he was found dead last October, according to testimony in his parents' murder case. Questions remain about why school officials and social workers failed to check on the boy.
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Officials say 75 absentee in-person ballots cast by voters in rural western Alaska communities arrived too late to be counted in last month’s primary election
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WHEN JOSH FLEIG, Louisiana’s chief innovation officer, learned his state had set aside $20 million a year, for five years, to invest in startup rural health companies, his reaction was not surprising: “Wow!” In rural America, where people are often reported to be sicker with poor access to healthcare, the cash influx is a relief. […] The post States follow Silicon Valley’s lead with rural health startups, embracing ‘fail fast’ model appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Steep jumps in health insurance premiums and deductibles are top of mind for many voters heading into midterm elections. KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner explains how rising costs may shape competitive races. She also distills plans from candidates on both sides of the aisle to bring costs down.
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He is currently the chief curator and head of programs and collections at Capc Musée d’art contemporain de Bordeaux.
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An options volatility tracker has produced a “spike peak” buy signal for stocks for the first time in months, at a time that internal market indicators are negative.
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Private guards left their posts at three downtown buildings.
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Susan Fang Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
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Pioneering British rapper Sway Dasafo, the first unsigned artist to win a Mobo award in 2005, has died at age 44.
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In the midst of a store opening tear, TWP co-founders Trish Wescoat Pound and Andrew Rosen break down the brand’s speedy rise into fashion’s mainstream.
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Take me out of the ballgame Oakland lost the A’s, Raiders and Warriors. Now it’s betting on its grassroots entertainment culture to fill the void. By Adam Sutro • Bay City News September 18, 2026 Anyone who attended Oakland Athletics baseball games in the team’s final decade at the Oakland Coliseum remembers the heart of […] The post Take me out of the ballgame: Oakland bets on grassroots culture to fill its pro sports void appeared first on Local News Matters .
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A new poll shows 52% of California's likely voters favor Prop 40. But if either of two other measures gets more votes, that can still nullify it.
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Slower-than-expected robotaxi progress is still a chief concern, according to experts.
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“The higher that yields go — for at least new money — it becomes more enticing to think about putting money into bonds,” one strategist notes.
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Julianne Moore, Kate and Rooney Mara and Amanda Seyfried captivated in their showcases, while more young horror directors continue to rise worldwide.
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Portola Valley, California, sits in a peaceful valley astride the San Andreas Fault, one of the world's most dangerous earthquake faults. The post The Affluent Hamlet of Portola Valley appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
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Acielle Tanbetova photographs the best BTS from LFW.
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The remains of the final missing Tennessee victim from Hurricane Helene were found two years after the storm devastated Appalachian mountain towns with floods that wiped away whole communities. Nancy Tucker, 76, disappeared along with her husband, Jimmy Tucker, when …
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As hair loss moves from niche concern to mainstream beauty priority, consumers are spending on products spanning scalp serums to LED devices. Now, brands are racing to turn thinning hair into beauty’s next major growth category.
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The guard’s play style makes his value inherently difficult to parse.
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To get drugs and devices out faster, the FDA lets companies conduct studies of safety or efficacy after the products are approved. In many cases, such “postmarket” studies are behind schedule or overdue, records show.
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The "Fly Away" singer is the second man to be bestowed the "Kenbassador" title by Mattel.
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“People were mishearing the lyric, ‘That would look good in a black letter font’ as ‘I would look good in a black leather thong,’ so I decided to swap the chorus,” he says of the title track
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The Pentagon has rolled out formal guidance for mandatory testosterone testing for male service members 30 and older
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Spooky Pictures' Roy Lee and Steven Schneider, and frequent partner Ben Ross of Image Nation look at the deals — and the philosophy — that helps them land project after project.
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This week’s guest is Francesca Ragazzi, head of editorial content at Vogue Italia. Shortly after graduating from Sorbonne University in 2010, Francesca landed an internship at the Paris bureau of Vogue Italia.
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Listen to this and more in-depth storytelling by subscribing to The California Report Magazine podcast.  The Speaker: A New Podcast on Nancy Pelosi’s Unlikely Path to Power Ahead of Nancy Pelosi’s retirement, KQED’s Scott Shafer traces her improbable 1987 rise in a new podcast The Speaker: How Nancy Pelosi Changed the Face of Power. The … Continue reading The Speaker: A New Podcast on Nancy Pelosi’s Unlikely Path to Power →
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Vogue Business brings you weekly exclusive data from Spate tracking historic growth across brands, trends and ingredients. Stay tuned as we spotlight a different beauty category each week.
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Prosecutors say an SUV driver was under the influence of drugs when she swerved into the wrong lane, blew a red light and slammed into a Los Angeles city bus, killing two riders
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King Charles III has urged AI leaders to keep artificial intelligence under control and beneficial for people and the planet
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It's one of the most fascinating years in a while when it comes to iPhone camera upgrades. The big story of the iPhone 18 Pro is the variable aperture main lens, which lets you open the aperture up wider for better low light shots and make the aperture smaller for better depth of field in […] It's one of the most fascinating years in a while when it comes to iPhone camera upgrades. The big story of the iPhone 18 Pro is the variable aperture main lens, which lets you open the aperture up wider for better low light shots and make the aperture smaller for better depth of field in group photos. But all I can get anyone to talk about is the software upgrades: it turns out, they're a lot more useful day to day than the aperture on a camera this small. This week on The Vergecast , David Imel and Allison Johnson are here for a deep dive into the iPhone 18 Pro's camera. There's a lot to exp
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The class of 23 bakers, bartenders, distillers, and chefs were chosen not just for their craft but for their potential to change the industry.
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FunnyPlaying, a Chinese company known for its Game Boy and GBA upgrade kits, has announced a new handheld that plays original Nintendo cartridges and ROMs. The FPGB Mini's cartridge support is limited to the Game Boy and Game Boy Color so it isn't as capable as the Analogue Pocket that's also compatible with the GBA […] FunnyPlaying, a Chinese company known for its Game Boy and GBA upgrade kits, has announced a new handheld that plays original Nintendo cartridges and ROMs. The FPGB Mini's cartridge support is limited to the Game Boy and Game Boy Color so it isn't as capable as the Analogue Pocket that's also compatible with the GBA and Sega Game Gear. What still makes the FPGB Mini a tempting alternative is its extremely pocketable design resulting in a handheld only slightly wider than a Game Boy cartridge, and its cheaper price. Following recent price hikes the Analogue Pocket is
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The year-old Q Specialty Coffee plans to open a Howard Street location with an emphasis on tea drinks.
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A sickle across the throat and a padlock on the toe were likely meant to keep this 17th-century Polish teen from resurrecting.
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For more than four decades, thousands of community residents and visitors have flocked to Moonlight Run in the Palo Alto Baylands every fall to sprint under the harvest moon and raise money for the dozens of nonprofits that are supported by the Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund. This year's event is scheduled for Sept. 25. The post Thousands expected in the Baylands for Moonlight Run appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Nearly 14,000 security guards across the Bay Area and Southern California at luxury stores and major tech companies began striking Friday morning, saying they're protecting billions of dollars in wealth but struggling to make ends meet.
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The chairman both explained this week's decision to raise interest rates, and raised vexing questions about what comes next
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Plus, top 10s for Dan + Shay and Zach John King.
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The festival’s high-profile sidebar will also showcase new films from Cristian Mungiu, Wayne Wang, Jane Schoenbrun and Yukiko Sode, while its animation program spotlights new work from CloverWorks, Madhouse and DreamWorks.
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Sorry lip readers, you got it totally wrong.
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Tom Cruise and Taylor Swift made headlines on Monday when they sat next to each other at the Kansas City Chiefs’ first game of the season. But what were the two megastars talking about? “She was schooling me on football. For real,” Cruise revealed to Jimmy Fallon during an appearance on “The Tonight Show” on […]
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A seed was planted when Matsuyama was invited to contribute works to the Fondation Louis Vuitton’s 2024 Wesselmann show.
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The pop pioneer talks her sixth album “Estrus,” returning to Sweden to find herself again, and why there will always be a reason to disappear on the dance floor.
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The deal comes as Iran-backed Houthis escalate attacks on Saudi Arabia and seek control of the strategically important Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
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The Trump administration has started building the border wall in the Big Bend region of west Texas
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Greenland has maintained it is not for sale, and the European Union earlier this year united to rebuke Trump over his push to acquire the island.
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President Donald Trump said Friday he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the U.S. military presence in Greenland.
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President Donald Trump says he is banning three major news outlets, CNN, MS NOW and Politico, from the White House due to what he called "unfavorable coverage." Trump didn't provide details on how the ban would be implemented, but warned he might bar other media outlets as well. White House Correspondent Liz Landers reports on the administration's latest test of First Amendment protections.
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Trump called the three outlets "FAKE NEWS" and said he may ban other outlets as well.
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Trump, who often accuses mainstream media outlets of writing "fake news," said on Truth Social that those outlets shouldn't be allowed to "FICTION and LIES."
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President Trump is set to announce that all 50 states will join in on a program set to provide most favored nation pricing to some drugs within the Medicaid program.
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The White House said Thursday that it was withdrawing its nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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Democratic Senate candidates entered summer with a cash edge, while Trump-linked groups now pour money into increasingly crowded and costly ad markets.
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The Oakland band is hitting Chicago, Cleveland, Boston, and more
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Transitioning from years of working in a senior technical or executive role to a leadership position is one of the most challenging phases of a STEM career. It requires moving away from making decisions on your own to mentoring others, making strategic decisions for the organization, and collaborating with coworkers from different generations. The shift in mindset is known as “legacy leadership,” a philosophy whereby success is no longer measured by personal achievements but by how effectively a senior leader empowers others. To help seasoned professionals and senior experts navigate the transition, the inaugural IEEE International Leadership Conference (ILC) will provide attendees practical advice on cultivating collaborations and guiding emerging talent. “Early in our STEM careers, we measure success by what we have achieved,” says Jeewika Ranaweera , cochair of the IEEE ILC program co
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This week, Democratic representatives introduced a resolution to block the Trump administration's new civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. The deal paves the way for the U.S. to help Saudi Arabia build a nuclear power program for peaceful purposes. But critics fear it doesn't have sufficient safeguards and could allow Saudi Arabia to pursue nuclear weapons. Nick Schifrin reports.
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Over 50 UCLA law faculty and 200 professors nationwide urge Chancellor Julio Frenk to retract his statement about a campus 9/11 symposium amid a growing academic freedom debate.
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Twenty-four-year-old Cait Joseph of the Sacramento area received the 2026 Colin Powell Medal of Courage during the Dreamfest benefit concert at Oracle Park, an honor awarded annually by UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals to a patient who demonstrates exceptional courage, leadership and compassion.
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Britain’s insurance industry is urging the Bank of England’s regulatory arm to rethink its live crisis simulation, citing heavy reporting demands and unrealistic scenarios in a stress test that pushed firms “to their absolute limit.” The Prudential Regulation Authority’s first …
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A preliminary report has blamed a software defect for the cancellation of over 2,000 flights in the United Kingdom last week
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The UN mission pointed out the missile strike on a primary school that killed over 150 people, as well as another airstrike which killed 22 civilians.
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The Federal Register website briefly used an open source Chinese AI search tool.
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Arbitrator finds Uber liable for driver’s negligence, rejecting company’s arguments that it’s not responsible for a contractor’s actions.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Uber must pay $40 million to the parents of a woman who was struck and killed after an Uber driver left her on an Orange County freeway in 2023, an arbitrator has ruled. The arbitrator rejected Uber’s arguments that California’s Proposition 22 — […] The post Uber ordered to pay $40 million after stranded passenger killed on highway appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Uber must pay $40 million to the parents of a woman who was struck and killed after an Uber driver left her on an Orange County freeway in 2023, an arbitrator has ruled. The arbitrator rejected Uber’s arguments that California’s Proposition 22 — […] The post Uber ordered to pay $40 million after stranded passenger killed on highway appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Uber must pay $40 million to the parents of a woman who was struck and killed after an Uber driver left her on an Orange County freeway in 2023, an arbitrator has ruled. The arbitrator rejected Uber’s arguments that California’s Proposition 22 — […] The post Uber ordered to pay $40 million after stranded passenger killed on highway appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Arbitrator finds company liable for driver’s negligence, rejecting Uber’s arguments that it’s not responsible for a contractor’s actions.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Uber must pay $40 million to the parents of a woman who was struck and killed after an Uber driver left her on an Orange County freeway in 2023, an arbitrator has ruled. The arbitrator rejected Uber’s arguments that California’s Proposition 22 — […] The post Uber ordered to pay $40 million after stranded passenger killed on highway appeared first on The Almanac .
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Contrary to a recent report, Universal is moving forward as planned with the international release of Alex Gibney’s Elon Musk documentary “Musk,” sources familiar with the project told Variety. Though a release date has not yet been set for the overseas rollout, that’s not unusual for a film like “Musk,” a nearly 4-hour long documentary […]
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Whale you believe this?? A humpback whale has been spotted in the Delta near Rio Vista Bridge on the Sacramento River, drawing similarities to Humphrey the Whale, who captured the hearts of Bay Area residents while traveling into the Sacramento River in 1985 and again in 1990.
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Jennie Donohue was living in her GMC pickup truck by the Opportunity Center near downtown Palo Alto when Palo Alto police towed it on Aug. 31, according to court records. The post Vehicle dweller sues Palo Alto, police department over towed truck appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Video shows the mountain lion roaming a residential area.
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Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger ordered the state government to take steps that could empower local communities to have a larger say in data center development and slow down approvals in a state that is already home to the data center capital of the world. Executive Order 22 bans executive branch officials from signing nondisclosure agreements […] Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger ordered the state government to take steps that could empower local communities to have a larger say in data center development and slow down approvals in a state that is already home to the data center capital of the world . Executive Order 22 bans executive branch officials from signing nondisclosure agreements for data center projects, requires expedited noise regulations, and requires a review of backup-generation operations used by data centers, among other requirements. The order also establishes an
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Experience the magic of Vogue World 2026: Milano for yourself. Watch the show live on Tuesday, September 22, at 2 p.m. EDT / 11 a.m. PDT.
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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gave the keynote address Thursday at a conference of an anti-vaccine activist group he once chaired, telling the hundreds in attendance that they had a friend in President Donald Trump's White House.
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President Donald Trump said Friday that he was banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatened that more such media prohibitions could be coming.
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Vice President JD Vance on Friday mounted a vigorous defense of the Trump administration's policies and Iowa GOP candidates on the November ballot.
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For six months, investors had a playbook: when Trump threatens Iran, buy the dip, because he always backs down. But in September, the playbook stopped working.
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The move comes one month after the DOJ found an "unbroken pattern" of sexual assault at the facility.
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Warren Buffett, the investing legend that turned Berkshire Hathaway into an massive conglomerate, has officially stepped aside as chairman after leaving as CEO at the beginning of the year.
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Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after serving in the role for more than 50 years.
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Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after serving in the role at the $1 trillion conglomerate for more than 50 years.
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Buffett's son Howard will replace him as chairman, as dictated by a long-standing succession plan, Berkshire said.
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Shelter-in-place warnings for nearby residents The post Watch live: Moss Landing battery facility reignites 1.5 years after fire appeared first on Santa Cruz Local .
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Any Weather Mac is designed to be sustainable for its entire lifecycle, including its end-of-life.
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Waymo says it will launch a robotaxi service in Singapore in 2028, as the Alphabet-owned company continues to eye overseas markets for expansion. Waymo's vehicles will begin arriving in Singapore in "the coming months," the company says, in preparation of mapping and autonomous testing with human safety drivers behind the wheel in 2027. Waymo says […] Waymo Ojai fully autonomous ride-hailing vehicle travels along a city street, San Francisco, California, August 20, 2026. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) | Gado via Getty Images Waymo says it will launch a robotaxi service in Singapore in 2028, as the Alphabet-owned company continues to eye overseas markets for expansion. Waymo's vehicles will begin arriving in Singapore in "the coming months," the company says, in preparation of mapping and autonomous testing with human safety drivers behind the wheel in 2027. Waymo say
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Filmmaker Zach Cregger, whose 'Weapons' and 'Barbarian' signaled a new kind of freshened-up horror, brings his sly humor to a passion project, a reboot.
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The evening's hosts, Fariba Sheikhan and Mariona Terés, kicked off the proceedings by condemning the Israel-Gaza war and declaring support for 'NAZA' directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor.
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As the tech sector sounds alarms about AI's potential to destroy humanity, entertainment labor groups are urging the public to stay focused on what's already happening. The Verge reached out to Disney, Netflix, Amazon, Lionsgate, and other studios who have started using AI, as well film startups focused on bringing generative AI into the mainstream […] As the tech sector sounds alarms about AI's potential to destroy humanity, entertainment labor groups are urging the public to stay focused on what's already happening. The Verge reached out to Disney , Netflix , Amazon , Lionsgate , and other studios who have started using AI, as well film startups focused on bringing generative AI into the mainstream to ask for their reaction to the recent warnings surrounding the technology. None have responded to our request for comment. The Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television
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Kim Kardashian shared a health update in the new trailer for "The Kardashians" season 8.
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On Friday, President Trump declared a deal has been struck with Denmark over its oversight of Greenland. Trump has long coveted the mineral-rich island, which Denmark has controlled since the 1700s. Nick Schifrin reports.
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The Texas flag shares America's red, white and blue. But its politics have run Republican red for thirty years. Shifting demographics have raised and dashed Democrats' hopes before, but this year, a GOP divided by political scandals, rising prices and fights over big tech is restoring Democrats' faith in a potential Senate race upset. Liz Landers reports.
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Your weekly guide to treasures at the Kiwanis Redwood City Farmers Market for Saturday, September 19, 8 am-1 pm on 500 Arguello Street, Redwood City The post What’s New at the Farmers Market this Saturday appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
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New research suggests that Paleodictyon — honeycomb-shaped formations perhaps sketched by da Vinci — are not made by soft-bodied creatures.
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Whether you're looking for edgy styles, classic cuts or lab-grown faves, these online retailers may have your dream ring.
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The saga continues on Friday, Sept. 18 with the start of a 10-episode second season.
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The Trump administration is weighing a plan to establish a government-led incubator aimed at investing in cybersecurity research and spinning out startups focused on developing tools for the government to use, according to people familiar with the situation. The White …
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Kennedy speaks at the Children's Health Defense, medical facilities under attack in Sudan, and more health news from Morning Rounds
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The photographer turned studio stills into AI-generated fashion films for H&M’s latest London Fashion Week show. Here, he and H&M’s creative director explain why they’re experimenting with a technology that still divides fashion.
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You may be able to profit from investors’ irrational belief that crashes are especially likely to occur in October.
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A flattening Treasury yield curve is part of the problem for mortgage-backed securities, says Harley Bassman.
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With county and feds already gone, eyes turn to the city of L.A.'s funding of the L.A. Homeless Services Authority.
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For 27 years, the Southwest has been gripped by a historic drought. Scientists think it might be here to stay.
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From farms to fashion weeks, these documentaries unpack the ethics surrounding wool production, one of fashion’s favorite natural fibers.
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Marin County fire engineer paramedic John Buscovich is training to run the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon to raise money for families who have lost a loved one in the line of duty as a first responder. This year, the marathon will take place on Nov. 1, starting in Staten Island with the finish […] The post Woodacre firefighter trains for NYC Marathon to support families of fallen first responders appeared first on Local News Matters .
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The top official at the U.S. Postal Service said Thursday that the agency has stopped work on developing a controversial computer system that was central to President Donald Trump's effort to limit mail voting after the Supreme Court rejected his executive order this week.
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Debuting at No. 2 is Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku Vol. 24, which received an anime adaptation last year.
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The KC401 kiosk is a durable, easy-to-use in-store self-service device for customers and frontline workers.
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Is there any better pairing than an alt baddie and her normcore man? Zendaya and Tom Holland are certainly making the case.
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The Japanese cult director follows Abel Ferrara and Werner Herzog in charting the downward spiral of a corrupt detective with a drug habit, this time navigating the yakuza underworld.
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Bay City Beat is hosted by longtime journalist Leslie Katz and showcases a unique listing of weekend arts and cultural events around Marin County and the Bay Area. In partnership with Radio Sausalito, this show features fun events and exciting happenings that you will want to get out and enjoy. To hear the broadcasts, tune […] The post ‘Bay City Beat’ radio show: Sept. 18-20, 2026 appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Competitive Bollywood fusion dance has thrived on American college campuses for decades, but it has rarely been the subject of a scripted feature film. Lena Khan’s “Best of the Best,” premiering Friday on Netflix, follows childhood best friends Maya and Anjali as they join UCLA’s competitive dance team, only to discover that the road to […]
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Fans yearning to drive like Dominic Toretto or Letty can finally strap into a Dodge Charger or a Toyota Supra at Universal Studios Hollywood, as the long-awaited “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” ride officially opened Sept. 16 at the park. The much-anticipated outdoor roller coaster features four iconic cars from the $7 billion franchise — […]
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"The Way It Was Back Then" is unlike any other album created by Steward, the Eurythmics legend.
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“I spend a lot of time away from my family and spend money on gas, taking him out to eat.”
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There’s nothing more distressing in “Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie’ than the unflinching closeups of the author’s wounded body in the days and weeks after August 12, 2022, when he was repeatedly stabbed while on stage at a literary festival in upstate New York. The camera lingers over his mangled hand and the […]
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A mere 10 minutes into the Season 2 premiere of “MobLand,” aptly titled “I Wanna Be Your Dog,” there is a massacre at the racetrack. Increasingly on edge and triggered by his son Kevin’s (Paddy Considine) disloyalty, Conrad Harrigan (Pierce Brosnan), patriarch of the Harrigan crime family, lets his temper get the best of him. […]
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Charlie Hunnam, Rebecca Hall and Vicky Krieps join lead Ella Beatty in co-creator Murphy and showrunner Ian Brennan's take on the infamous axe murderess.
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“I invested on the recommendation of an executive vice president of a major New York investment bank.”
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Austin Abrams stars in Sony's latest feature adaptation of the video game franchise, with the new movie becoming the first in the series to impress critics.
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SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for “Resident Evil,” now playing in theaters. “Resident Evil” is one of the longest-running horror video game series, and for a time it was the highest-grossing film series based on a game (until Universal’s “Super Mario” movies dethroned them). The games started out as scary, third-person shooters that […]
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The video game franchise reboot from the 'Weapons' filmmaker, starring Austin Abrams, is now playing in theaters.
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John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan could approach the Nov. 10 trade deadline with more control over major decisions.
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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers for “Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom,” now in theaters. Shaun the Sheep is back for his third feature-length film, “Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom.” This time around, Shaun and his fellow sheep are getting ready for Halloween — except, the pumpkin patch […]
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Showrunner Sheryl J. Anderson and star JoAnna Garcia Swisher, however, are prepping a new series called 'Ladies of the House.'
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It’s bittersweet news for “Sweet Magnolias.” The romantic drama starring JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Brooke Elliott and Heather Headley has been canceled at Netflix after five seasons. But Swisher, alongside “Sweet Magnolias” creator Sheryl J. Anderson, are pairing up for a new drama series ordered by the streamer titled “Ladies of the House.” Anderson will serve […]
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This week trades last week's bottle-episode detour for real character movement — even if one subplot needs a namecheck before it airs.
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SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers for the two-hour series premiere of NBC’s “The Traitors: New Blood,” now streaming on Peacock. “The Traitors” castle isn’t just for the rich and famous anymore. Peacock’s Emmy-winning franchise has arrived on NBC, with “The Traitors: New Blood,” a new season composed entirely of civilian players in the game […]
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“They had been married for over 30 years when she passed.”
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British high street retailer M&S is staging its debut show at London Fashion Week on Friday. While fashion insiders love its new output, internally, the business has a long way to go.
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From Kyiv to Tbilisi and Dubai, organizers are producing globally recognized fashion weeks despite instabilities. For designers, it’s a business lifeline.
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The English actor dives into his "sickening" new ITV drama 'The Blame,' why the show is a welcome break from his usual schedule of playing "fairies, rockstars and poets," and whether he'd be up for Bond.