Axios interview: California AG Rob Bonta on rising anti-Asian hate crimes

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Elon Musk and Tesla: Is the CEO’s controversial behavior responsible for company’s struggles?

Quick Glance: Elon Musk and Tesla: Influence of CEO's divisive behavior on company's challenges

The wealthiest individual globally freely voices his opinions, often sparking debate.

Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, has attacked U.S. election integrity, embraced White-supremacist propaganda, and accused President Joe Biden of treason.

Experts suggest that Musk's conduct may deter potential customers, but larger issues impact his company. With growing competition in the electric vehicle market, his polarizing personality could lead to more significant long-term damage.

While Musk may be damaging Tesla’s image with some consumers, the primary focus remains on the product and its dependability. Many consumers do not base their purchasing decisions on the political views of the company's leader.

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63 Albertsons in California to be sold to C&S Wholesale if Kroger merger OK’d: The company did not specify which stores in California would be sold.

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Can US cities fine homeless people for sleeping outside?: The most significant case in decades on homelessness has reached the Supreme Court as record numbers of ...

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A Kings team of Fox, Sabonis and a bunch of maybes will never challenge NBA elite | Opinion

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Disneyland performers file petition to form labor union: Workers who help bring Disneyland’s beloved characters to life have filed a petition to form a labor ...

apnews.com/article/disney-labor-performers-characters-union-california-051600690cdfaad7779e130a6e89b547

Quick Glance: Disneyland performers seek unionization

Performers who assist in bringing Disney's popular characters to life in the Southern California theme parks filed a petition on Wednesday to form a labor union.

The workers, including parade performers, character actors, and support staff at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, requested The Walt Disney Co. to recognize the union they are calling "Magic United."

A significant portion of the over 35,000 workers at the Disneyland Resort, which includes the theme parks, are already unionized. Parade and character workers announced their plans to unionize in February under the Actors' Equity Association.

Union membership in the U.S. has been declining for decades, but organizations have seen growing public support in recent years. The NLRB, which protects workers' rights, reported over 2,500 filings for union representation in the 2023 fiscal year, the highest number in eight years.

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California proposes law to allow Arizona doctors to perform abortions as ban proceeds

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Vegas-to-California $12 Billion Rail Line Kicks Off Construction: Brightline West, a $12 billion high-speed rail project connecting Las Vegas to Southern ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/vegas-to-california-12-billion-rail-line-kicks-off-construction

Quick Glance: Building Commences on High-Speed Rail Line Between Sin City and City of Angels

Work is set to begin on a $12 billion high-speed passenger rail line between Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area.

Brightline West aims to lay 218 miles of new track between a terminal south of the Las Vegas Strip and a new facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California.

The project is touted as the nation's first true high-speed passenger rail line, designed to reach speeds of 186 mph comparable to Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains.

The trains will offer restrooms, Wi-Fi, food and beverage sales, and luggage check options, with an expected 11 million passengers per year and fares well below airline travel costs.

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Tesla cuts price of Full Self-Driving software by a third to $8,000: Tesla slashed the price of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver assistant software to $8 ...

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Tiny 384-square-foot home lists in California — for $1.7 million. What’s the deal?

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California to wrap up Exxon plastics probe 'in weeks', AG says: California will conclude a two-year investigation into Exxon and the fossil fuel industry's role ...

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Fallout TV Series Just Got a Promising Sign for Season 2 - IGN: Prime Video's Fallout TV series hasn't officially been renewed for a second season just yet ...

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Two Powerball players just miss $103 million jackpot — but still win big in US

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass safe after suspect breaks into official residence, police say

apnews.com/article/los-angeles-mayor-karen-bass-intruder-breakin-d4ef7e9452615729a797f6e883235177

Quick Glance: Barnard College Protest: Student Sanctioned and Homeless

Isra Hirsi, daughter of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, details campus protest violence and sanctions.

Hirsi and fellow students suspended after pro-Palestinian protest, left without housing and food.

Suspended students, like Hirsi, struggle with homelessness and lack of support after sanctions.

Barnard College's response to the protest sparks free speech debate and criticism.

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Sacramento celebrates Earth Day with live bats, salmon life cycle and composting

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SALT Tax Write-Off: Trump Advisers Want to Cut Limit to Below $10,000: Economists advising Donald Trump are pushing to keep a cap on the state and local tax ...

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Nearly Half of Califonia’s Riverside Residents Struggle to Pay Bills in Poll: Almost half of households in Riverside, California, can’t afford usual expenses and ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/nearly-half-of-califonia-s-riverside-residents-struggle-to-pay-bills-in-poll

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DiscussingFilm Apr 16

‘Inside Out 2’ – Story, Heart, Humor (Go Behind-the-Scenes of the Film): Get a sneak peek into Pixar's Inside Out 2. Learn about the new emotions and their ...

Quick Glance: Pixar's 'Inside Out 2' Missing Emotion Revealed

Pixar's 'Inside Out 2' introduces a new collection of emotions to Riley's mind, now a teenager experiencing a formative experience at hockey camp.

The missing emotion in 'Inside Out 2' - Shame.

Origins of Shame and its transformation into the new emotions of the sequel.

Villainous tendencies and the depiction of the generational conflict between the emotions of the two films.

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Kurtenbach: The Warriors’ dynasty is over. It ended in embarrassment: Yes, everything is on the table for the Warriors this offseason. And that's because ...

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California to wrap up Exxon plastics probe 'in weeks', AG says: California will conclude a two-year investigation into Exxon and the fossil fuel industry's role ...

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PepsiCo's results beat as international demand, higher prices drive growth: PepsiCo beat Wall Street expectations for first-quarter revenue and profit on Tuesday ...

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ocregister.com/2024/04/09/disneyland-pride-nite-tickets-go-on-sale-this-week/

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Disneyland Pride Nite tickets go on sale this week: The Gay Pride events will be held on June 18 and 20 at Disneyland.

Quick Glance: Colorful Disneyland Celebrates LGBTQ

Disneyland will be the center of Gay Pride with rainbow-colored streets, buildings, attractions, parades, fireworks, dance parties and photo opportunities.

The ticket sales for the Pride Nite events will commence on April 9 for Magic Key annual passholders and on April 11 for the general public. Sales will start at 9 a.m. on both days.

Mark your calendar for the Pride Nite events scheduled to take place on June 18 and 20 at Disneyland.

Exciting entertainment awaits, featuring a Welcome Pride cavalcade with beloved Disney characters dressed in rainbow outfits, dazzling Pride Nite fireworks, the lively Pride Nite Dance Club by the Rivers of America, the fun-filled Ohana Dance Party in Tomorrowland, and classic Country Line Dancing in the Golden Horseshoe.

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‘She’s holding it!’ Bear cubs yanked from tree so group can take photos, NC video shows

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pressenterprise.com/2024/04/21/coachella-2024-no-doubt-rocks-the-main-stage-again/

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Coachella 2024: See No Doubt rock the main stage, again: The performed a mix of the hits and deep cuts that made the crowd beg for more.

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California, New Jersey, Connecticut Labor Markets Loosen From Year Earlier: There’s now at least one unemployed job seeker for every vacancy in five US states ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/there-s-at-least-one-job-seeker-per-opening-in-five-us-states

Quick Glance: Outlook on Labor Markets in California, New Jersey, and Connecticut

There’s now at least one unemployed job seeker for every vacancy in five US states, indicating a loosening of the labor market in parts of the country.

Connecticut joined California, Nevada, New Jersey, and Washington in the list of states where the ratio of jobless people per opening is one or more. Meanwhile, Arizona and New York are nearing parity with a rate of 0.9, according to February data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The ratio of one or more in some states suggests a dynamic in the labor market being monitored by Federal Reserve officials for potential interest rate adjustments. This trend aligns with a gradual cooling and lower inflation.

Nationally, the job market remains challenging, with job openings outnumbering unemployed individuals. The ongoing rate of 0.7 over 10 months implies the potential for every unemployed worker to find at least one available position.

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mercurynews.com/2024/04/21/how-south-bay-native-pat-tillmans-legacy-lives-on-20-years-after-death/

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20 years after death, Pat Tillman still inspires those who knew him well — and many he never met

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First data on South Bay’s new turbo roundabout are in — with surprising results. Is it really safer?

mercurynews.com/2024/04/15/first-data-on-south-bays-new-turbo-roundabout-are-in-with-surprising-results-is-it-really-safer/

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Klay Thompson went ice cold vs. Kings, but Warriors say they ‘need’ him back: Only six players have ever taken at least 10 shots and gone scoreless in a playoff ...

mercurynews.com/2024/04/17/we-need-klay-back-dubs-dont-want-klay-thompsons-dreadful-play-in-game-to-be-his-last-as-a-warrior/

Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In

Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.

The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.

The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.

Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.

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Anaheim receives $3 million state grant to address homelessness near 91 Freeway: The $3,182,054 grant will help house 75 people living near the 91 Freeway and ...

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These 37 House Democrats and 21 Republicans voted against Israel aid: Despite bipartisan opposition, the Israel aid bill garnered a majority and will be taken up ...

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Have Disneyland Magic Key prices finally outpaced demand?: All four tiers of Magic Key annual passes went on sale in early March and six weeks later the three ...

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ocregister.com/2024/04/11/salt-creek-grille-in-dana-point-to-return-with-new-owners-menu-and-look/

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Salt Creek Grille in Dana Point to return with new owners, menu and look: Three months after shutting its doors, the 27-year-old Dana Point institution known for ...

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Civil War Feels Like a Nightmare. You Should Still See It.: The new movie is A24’s most expensive to date. It might also be its most important.

slate.com/culture/2024/04/civil-war-movie-2024-kirsten-dunst-review.html

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Archer Aviation aims to start electric air taxi trials in India next year: Archer Aviation , backed by Stellantis and Boeing , aims to begin trials of its ...

reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/archer-aviation-aims-start-electric-air-taxi-trials-india-next-year-2024-04-19/

Quick Glance: Archer Aviation Plans to Start Electric Air Taxi Trials in India Next Year

Archer Aviation, backed by Stellantis and Boeing, aims to begin trials of its electric air taxi in India next year, ahead of a planned commercial launch in 2026.

The company is working with India's aviation watchdog to get the necessary regulatory approvals for trials in the country.

Archer and InterGlobe will, in a joint venture, own and operate 200 of the 'Midnight' aircraft, providing services in India's capital New Delhi, and Mumbai and Bengaluru cities.

The electric aircraft can carry four passengers and a pilot for up to 100 miles, covering the same distance in 7 minutes that would take 60-90 minutes by car in New Delhi.

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US migrant crisis shifts from Texas to California border: A record surge of illegal border crossings in recent years has made immigration a top voter concern.

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California’s Huge Raises for Fast-Food Workers Will Ripple Across Industries: Michaela Mendelsohn, who owns six El Pollo Loco locations serving grilled chicken ...

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Veterans Need More Mental Health Care Providers in Rural Areas, Sen. Tester Says: Citing ProPublica’s reporting on the barriers faced by veterans in crisis, Sen ...

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Oakland officer dies of injuries from 2018 crash while on duty: Officer Jordan Wingate, a 29-year-old who medically retired in 2020, died Saturday morning ...

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California’s fast food prices rose 7% before new $20 wage, No. 1 jump in US: California full-service restaurants raised prices by 3.3% in six months ...

ocregister.com/2024/04/18/californias-fast-food-prices-rose-7-before-new-20-wage-no-1-jump-in-us/

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Khanna says Speaker Johnson ‘deserves to keep his job’: Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) defended Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday, saying he “deserves to keep ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4610355-khanna-says-speaker-johnson-deserves-to-keep-his-job/

Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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PG&E’s CEO gets paid $17 million. Compare to other utility leaders: PG&E CEO Patricia Poppe made $17 million in 2023. See how she compares to other top utility ...

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The US was getting too expensive. So this California artist relocated to France for a slower-paced life

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Angel Reese, Tiger fans react to LSU gymnastics winning the program's first national title

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Jill Duggar Dillard announces her daughter was stillborn at four months

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Google fires 28 anti-Israel employees who occupied offices in protest: The protesters were arrested and put on administrative after refusing to leave Google ...

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Quick Glance: Google terminates 28 employees after office occupation due to anti-Israel protests

Google terminated 28 employees on Thursday who had occupied its offices to protest against contracts with the Israeli government, as confirmed by a Google spokesperson.

The protesters were arrested and after refusing to leave the office of Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian in Sunnyvale or the workspace in New York City for nearly 10 hours, they were transferred to administrative positions to urge Google to terminate the Project Nimbus contract and cease business with the Israeli government.

No Tech For Apartheid, a project by Jewish Voice for Peace and Linda Sarsour’s MPower Change, described the terminations as an "indiscriminate act of mass retaliation."

The office occupations at Google were accompanied by demonstrations on-site and in Seattle, aiming to compel Google to withdraw from the project to establish cloud-based data centers and transition a significant portion of the Israeli government's IT infrastructure to cloud-based servers.

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McDonalds brings back bagels to offset CA wage hike: McDonald's franchisees in California have said price increases alone won't cover the cost of the state's new ...

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Prince Harry Now Officially Resident in U.S., Documents Show: For years, Harry and his wife, Meghan, have considered California home. This week ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/europe/prince-harry-us-residence.html

Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.

The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.

There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.

It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.

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High-speed rail from Nevada to California breaks ground for planned 2028 opening - UPI.com

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California Man Gets 9 Years in Firebombing of Planned Parenthood Clinic: The clinic, which provided abortion, birth control and other health services in Costa ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/planned-parenthood-firebomber-sentenced.html

Quick Glance: Former Marine sentenced to 9 years in prison for firebombing California Planned Parenthood clinic

A former marine was sentenced to nine years in prison by the Justice Department on Monday after using a Molotov cocktail to attack a Planned Parenthood clinic in Costa Mesa, California. Chance Brannon, along with his co-defendant Tibet Ergul, plotted attacks on the clinic and a potential target on the power grid in 'furtherance of a race war.'

Brannon, 24, pleaded guilty in November 2023 to being involved in a conspiracy, malicious destruction of property by fire and explosives, possession of an unregistered destructive device, and intentionally damaging a reproductive health services facility in violation of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act.

Planned Parenthood clinic attacks were abandoned due to law enforcement actions. Brannon was motivated by neo-Nazi ideology and planned further violent attacks. The National Abortion Federation reported a sharp increase in violence at abortion clinics in 2022.

Brannon and Ergul also had plans to conduct an attack using a remote-detonated device during an LGBTQ+ pride event at Dodger Stadium, but were arrested two days prior. Before the arrest, Brannon even planned to rob Jewish individuals living in the Hollywood Hills.

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Britain’s renegade royal, Prince Harry, now calls himself a U.S. resident: In documents filed for Prince Harry’s eco-tourism organization, Travalyst ...

washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/18/prince-harry-america-residence/

Quick Glance: Harry and Meghan Face Conundrum Over Balmoral Invitation

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could find themselves in a complicated situation, according to an expert, if King Charles invites them to join the Royal Family at Balmoral.

It is expected that King Charles will extend an invitation to Harry and Meghan to visit the Scottish retreat this year, as it is customary for the monarch to invite family members during the holiday season.

Royal expert and author Tom Quinn suggests that an invitation to the retreat could present a 'difficult' situation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

King Charles has reportedly extended an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan by 'hinting' at a visit to Balmoral this summer to improve relationships within the Royal family.

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Controversial ‘Civil War’ movie includes reference to ‘Portland Maoists’: Writer-director Alex Garland's movie, a grim depiction of a United States at war ...

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Dave McCarty, World Series winner with Red Sox, dies at 54: Dave McCarty, a first baseman and outfielder on the Boston Red Sox 2004 team that won the World ...

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Quick Glance: Dave McCarty, Red Sox legend, passes away at 54

Dave McCarty, a player for the Boston Red Sox who won the 2004 World Series, passed away at the age of 54 in Oakland, California due to a "cardiac event".

Following his playing career, McCarty worked as an analyst for NESN from July 2005 through the 2008 season.

He leaves behind a legacy as a great father, husband, teammate, and friend, as acknowledged by Kevin Youkilis on social media.

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San Francisco dive bar known for kitsch closes after 25 years: The Beauty Bar, a kitsch Mission District destination where customers could enjoy martinis while ...

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2 Sacramento-area cities are among safest in California, site says. Where did they rank?

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Paris Hilton backs California bill to bring more transparency to youth treatment facilities

apnews.com/article/paris-hilton-youth-facilities-regulation-california-b3fa67c952c686f7dafe3dddf83c114f

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‘Prayers have been answered’: Missing Sacramento State student, 23, contacts her parents

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Stranded sea otter pups paired with surrogate moms at California aquarium: Every year, around 10 to 15 sea otter pups are found stranded off the California coast ...

reuters.com/world/us/stranded-sea-otter-pups-paired-with-surrogate-moms-california-aquarium-2024-04-12/

Quick Glance: Rescuing Stranded Sea Otter Pups with Surrogate Moms in California Aquarium

Annually, approximately 10 to 15 stranded sea otter pups are discovered along the California coastline, often a result of storms causing separation between mother and offspring.

Through a collaboration between the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, the pups are connected with surrogate sea otter mothers to impart crucial skills and facilitate their return to the wilderness.

Program manager Megan Smylie details how the adult surrogate mother will impart behaviors to the pups that humans are incapable of teaching, such as foraging, prey manipulation, and shell opening.

Having already saved eight stranded pups, the two aquariums aspire for additional organizations to join the initiative in boosting the wild population and safeguarding the ecosystem of the Californian coast.

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Civil War Is the Cinematic Equivalent of the No-Labels Movement: Alex Garland’s studious “objectivity” isn’t enough.

slate.com/culture/2024/04/civil-war-movie-2024-kirsten-dunst-a24-ending.html

Quick Glance: A24's 'Civil War' movie portrays a divided America

Alex Garland’s 'Civil War' takes place in a dystopian near-future version of a divided U.S.

A group of journalists travels through empty cities and deserted roads to Washington to overthrow a dictatorial president.

Critics expressed concerns over Garland's vague approach to the film's politics, amidst online debates surrounding it.

A24 heavily focuses on a marketing campaign that encourages viewers to 'pledge' allegiance and describe their type of American to promote the film.

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Apr 20

Tiny 384-square-foot home lists in California — for $1.7 million. What’s the deal?

sacbee.com/news/california/article287739805.html

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Apr 17

California, New Jersey, Connecticut Labor Markets Loosen From Year Earlier: There’s now at least one unemployed job seeker for every vacancy in five US states ...

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Bloomberg

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/how-california-s-huge-raises-for-fast-food-workers-will-ripple-across-industries

Apr 16

California’s Huge Raises for Fast-Food Workers Will Ripple Across Industries: Michaela Mendelsohn, who owns six El Pollo Loco locations serving grilled chicken ...

Quick Glance: California's New Minimum Wage Law Impacting Various Sectors

California's recent law enforcing a $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers has set off a series of reactions.

There are already cascading effects reaching from custodians to hotel housekeepers and also impacting higher-earning employees in the fast-food industry.

Approximately 5 million low-wage workers in the state may also receive salary increases, affecting around 3% of the entire US workforce.

The potential repercussions could have a significant impact on a national labor cost index and potentially influence the Federal Reserve's decisions on interest rate cuts.

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Apr 18

Citing safety, USC makes rare cancellation of speech by valedictorian who supported Palestinians

apnews.com/article/usc-muslim-valedictorian-speech-canceled-palestinians-israel-7b481db2d4e0db040b091bf8457f0b3f

Quick Glance: USC Valedictorian Criticizes School For Cancelling Her Speech

USC announced Asna Tabassum as the Class of 2024 valedictorian, but the school canceled her speech.

The cancellation was due to security concerns related to social media and the conflict in the Middle East.

Tabassum criticized the university for the decision and felt disappointed.

The school will not select a replacement for Tabassum at the main graduation ceremony.

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Planned Disneyland expansion in California clears major hurdle

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Apr 16

After her visit to Florida, Meghan Markle launches a new product. Here’s a sneak peek

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Apr 20

Target makes (another) self-checkout change customers will hate: The system is already difficult to manage, and now it’s getting an update.

sacbee.com/news/business/article287696715.html

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SF’s tiny cabins for the homeless with ‘insane’ cost finally open: A tiny cabin village is finally open after years of planning and controversy over the ...

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BBC News

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Quick Glance: Google dismisses workers following protests on technology deal with Israeli government

Following protests regarding the technology supplied to the Israeli government, Google has terminated employees, heightening tensions around a sensitive contract.

The confirmed dismissals by Google on Wednesday occurred after nine individuals were detained during sit-in demonstrations in New York and Sunnyvale, California, a day subsequent to police intervention.

Demonstrations are predominantly coordinated by a faction known as No Tech For Apartheid. Google states that Nimbus is not utilized for weaponry or intelligence purposes.

Stated in a blog post, Google's CEO Sundar Pichai implied a close supervision of employees as the company enhances efforts in advancing its AI technology, marking a crucial phase in the industry and potentially humanity.

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A Major Burger King Franchisee in California Says He Can't Roll Out Order Kiosks Fast Enough Due to the State's New $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage

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Apr 20

Mojave desert tortoise officially joins California's endangered list: The California Fish and Game Commission on Thursday formally recognized the Mohave desert ...

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