Schiff says Feinstein told him to ‘go forward’ with Senate run

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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First data on South Bay’s 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 ...

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

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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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Jill Duggar Dillard announces her daughter was stillborn at four months

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

jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797700

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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Prince Harry renounces British residency, declares US is his 'new country': Prince Harry renounced his British residency and declared the United States as his ...

pagesix.com/2024/04/17/royal-family/prince-harry-renounces-british-residency-declares-us-is-his-new-country/

Quick Glance: Discover When Meghan Markle's Jam Will Be Available for Purchase

Shortly after debuting her highly anticipated lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard, Meghan Markle unveiled the first product.

Markle made a return to Instagram to reveal the brand's identity and a website featuring a logo representing her neighborhood 'Montecito' with a sign-up link for the waitlist.

The initial product will be strawberry jam, with a focus on home, garden, food, and lifestyle content based on information from the trademark application documents.

While the specific release date remains undisclosed, interested individuals can already join the waitlist and anticipate further updates on Markle's product line.

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

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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 ...

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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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California woman falls 42 metres to her death hiking with husband and toddler: Zaynab Joseph fell 42 metres down Arizona's Bear Mountain on a trip with her ...

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Apr 13

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 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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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 ...

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ocregister.com/2024/04/16/have-disneyland-magic-key-prices-finally-outpaced-demand/

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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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Planned Disneyland expansion in California clears major hurdle

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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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TV's 'Golden Bachelor' and his bride divorce after 3 months: The announcement from Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist marks a stunning epilogue to the wildly ...

latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-04-12/the-golden-bachelor-gma-divorce-announcement-gerry-turner-teresa-nist

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Coachella 2024: For No Doubt fans, Coachella this year is an overdue dream come true

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Studio City freeway crash that killed LA Fire Department recruit not classified as a hit-and-run

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Sacramento is one of the best places to live in the nation, Money says. This is why

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

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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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ocregister.com/2024/04/14/why-placentia-yorba-linda-unified-is-embracing-a-new-athletics-based-school-program/

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Why Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified is embracing a new athletics-based school program

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Dave Ramsey has blunt words on mortgages and buying a house now

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Apr 12

Major Burger King California franchisee adding order kiosks over $20 wage: The franchisee, who owns about 180 fast-food restaurants in California ...

Quick Glance: Major Burger King California Franchisee Introduces Order Kiosks Due to $20 Wage Impact

Harsh Ghai stated in an early April interview that 25% of his restaurants already have kiosks, with the remaining 75% set to be equipped within the next 30 to 60 days.

The new minimum wage for limited-service restaurant chains with at least 60 nationwide locations took effect on April 1, standing 25% higher than California's general minimum wage of $16 per hour.

Ghai plans to offset the higher labor costs by implementing measures such as reducing work hours, introducing kiosks, and halting the development of new restaurants.

Fast-food chains are accelerating the deployment of order kiosks in US locations to cut labor costs, with the introduction becoming more pressing due to California's new $20 minimum wage.

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Jenni Asher is set to become first ordained Black woman cantor in the US: The accomplished violinist and cantorial soloist will be one of America's two Black ...

timesofisrael.com/jenni-asher-is-set-to-become-first-ordained-black-woman-cantor-in-the-us/

Quick Glance: Jenni Asher - Pioneering Black Woman Cantor in the US

Jenni Asher, a talented violinist, will be the first Black American woman ordained as a cantor after her graduation.

Asher met with David Fair, the first ordained Black cantor in the United States, who advised her on navigating the Jewish world as a person of color in a leadership role.

Growing up in a religiously devout and music-loving family, Asher developed a passion for music, leading her to establish a music therapy practice.

After her ordination, Asher hopes to continue serving the community, renewing the musical landscape of the synagogue by exploring traditional melodies and offering musically experimental services.

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The Wall Street Journal

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Opinion | Biden Has to Win Back His 2020 Voters: He has lost support in key voting blocs that helped him secure the White House last time.

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How California fast food restaurants raised menu prices in response to $20 minimum wage

nypost.com/2024/04/16/business/california-fast-food-restaurants-raised-prices-due-to-minimum-wage/

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Shasta Lake, California’s largest reservoir, is near capacity

sacbee.com/news/california/water-and-drought/article287764355.html

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ocregister.com/2024/04/12/angels-reid-detmers-picks-up-3rd-straight-win-with-scoreless-outing-against-red-sox/

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Angels’ Reid Detmers picks up 3rd straight win with scoreless outing against Red Sox

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

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California restaurant will up wages to compete with $20 fast-food pay: "Why wash dishes for $15 or $17 if I can go get $20 flipping burgers at McDonald's ...

Quick Glance: California eateries adjust wages to meet competition with $20 fast-food pay

A restaurant owner in California plans to raise wages to compete with the $20 per hour pay for fast-food workers.

Legislation is expected to drive up wages in various sectors as they strive to attract and retain employees.

The increased minimum wages worsen the existing challenges faced by independent restaurants in California.

Implementing price changes, cost-cutting strategies, and reduced operating hours could be potential measures to streamline operations.

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Tesla cuts Full Self-Driving subscription prices in US, Canada: Elon Musk's Tesla said on Friday it has cut prices of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscriptions ...

reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-cuts-full-self-driving-subscription-prices-us-canada-2024-04-12/

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‘Unique, adult-only’ happy hour in Sacramento lets you hang with zoo animals

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

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Anaheim approves DisneylandForward, paving way for decades of new experiences: The city is set to get more than $100 million in community benefits from Disney in ...

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Grimes apologizes to fans for technical issues after Coachella set: Videos on X showed Grimes visibly frustrated during her Coachella set and, at one point ...

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Should we have a green beam for the Sacramento A’s? Let’s light it up | Opinion

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Billionaire In-N-Out heiress Lynsi Snyder claims she went 'toe-to-toe' to keep prices down as Calif. fast food industry, prices slammed by minimum wage hike

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Apple denies violating US court order in Epic Games lawsuit: IPhone maker Apple on Friday denied violating a court order governing its App Store and urged a ...

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Oakland International Airport to add San Francisco Bay to name — legal war looms: Officials have voted to combine Oakland International Airport with the name San ...

mercurynews.com/2024/04/11/oakland-airport-san-francisco-bay-name-travel-economy-court-airline/

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Migrant boat evades surfers in high-speed landing on California beach

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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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 Fast-Food Workers Are Now Making at Least $20/Hour: In California, many fast-food workers are getting a big raise. Beginning today ...

democracynow.org/2024/4/1/headlines/california_fast_food_workers_are_now_making_at_least_20_hour

Quick Glance: California Fast Food Workers React to Wage Increase, Franchise Owners Express Concern

A significant number of employees in fast food chains in California began benefiting from a $20-an-hour minimum wage on Monday, raising concerns among some small business owners about their future, while workers emphasized that the wage hike assists in covering expenses.

The wage increase, starting from the state's $16 minimum, was implemented following discussions between groups representing workers and restaurants. It is applicable to chains with 60 or more locations nationwide. Governor Gavin Newsom, the signatory of the compromise law last September, highlighted the aim of fostering inclusivity in the state's economy.

The economic implications are not straightforward. Various studies suggest that a higher minimum wage could lead to reduced hours and hiring, although others indicate positive outcomes for employees.

The extent to which other businesses will feel compelled to raise their wages to align with those affected by the law remains uncertain.

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Fed should not act urgently to cut rates unless required, Daly says: There is "no urgency" to cut U.S. interest rates, Mary Daly, the president of the San ...

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Natural gas needed in California's clean energy transition, Edison International CEO says

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Coachella 2024: No Doubt reunites after 9 years to dazzle fans at Coachella: The Orange County band shakes off the rust to play its hits, including ...

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SpaceX loses latest bid to keep lawsuit against NLRB in Texas: A divided federal appeals court on Wednesday rejected rocket maker SpaceX's latest bid to keep a ...

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BMO chief says US economy improving, calls California 'a strategically important market'

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Local leaders from the San Diego area called for more US border enforcement after a motorboat loaded with migrants navigated between surfers and beached itself ...

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If O.J. Simpson's assets go to court, Goldman, Brown families could be first in line

apnews.com/article/oj-simpson-liable-estate-goldman-brown-6a6bfb5fec449adfe469d918b41ceda7

Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding

O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.

Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.

Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.

Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.

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Would-be Tesla buyers snub company as Musk's reputation dips: The ranks of would-be Tesla buyers in the United States are shrinking, according to a survey by ...

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Quick Glance: Potential Risk: Tesla Stock Price Faces Dramatic Decline

Per Lekander labels Tesla as the largest stock market bubble in modern history.

He warns that the absence of growth endangers Tesla's stock price and poses a risk of collapse.

Lekander forecasts a potential drop in the stock price to just $14 per share, reflecting a 91% decrease. He critiques Tesla's business model and highlights current demand challenges.

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S.F.'s Parkmerced apartment complex at risk of $1.8 billion default: One of San Francisco’s biggest apartment complexes at risk of defaulting on $1 ...

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Up to $8K a month in Sacramento? These California state jobs don’t require a college degree

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Popular media company files for bankruptcy, plans to liquidate: It has become a very difficult market for companies that produce television shows as media ...

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Rosie McCann’s Irish pub, a “Cheers” of San Jose, to close April 20: Despite being on the edge of a chic shopping center with luxury shops and high-end spas and ...

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Tech Leaders Once Cried for AI Regulation. Now the Message Is ‘Slow Down’: Any dreams of a sweeping AI bill out of Congress are basically a hallucination.

Quick Glance: OpenAI and Meta Prepare New AI Models Capable of 'Reasoning'

OpenAI and Meta are on the verge of releasing new artificial intelligence models that are said to be capable of reasoning and planning.

These upgrades are part of a wave of new large language models being released this year.

Reasoning and planning are key steps towards achieving 'artificial general intelligence', allowing chatbots and virtual assistants to complete sequences of related tasks.

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New $20 minimum wage for fast food workers in California is set to start Monday: Most of California's fast food workers are set to be paid at least $20 per hour ...

apnews.com/article/california-fast-food-minimum-wage-a04c2e559b09cbcd26dd5702e0755a83

Quick Glance: California: New Minimum Wage Impact on Fast Food Industry

Most fast food workers in California will earn at least $20 per hour starting Monday, providing more financial stability to the profession and potentially raising prices in the high-cost state.

The law was supported by the fast food franchise owners' trade association. However, many owners have expressed concerns about the law's impact on their businesses amid California's economic slowdown.

California has doubled its minimum wage to $16 per hour over the last decade, with data showing increased wages and sustained employment levels.

The law represents a negotiated compromise between the fast food industry and labor unions, applying to restaurants with limited table service and part of a national chain with at least 60 establishments.

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‘You can have him.’ Why John Calipari’s exit from Kentucky is best for both parties.

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Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari

John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.

The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.

Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.

This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.

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California battery plant is among world's largest as power storage booms

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