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Russia, US extend Diwali wishes to people in India
"Warm Diwali greetings to all our dear friends in India. light never diminishes by sharing; rather, it only increases. I believe that this very spirit of mutual respect, goodwill, and trust will continue to strengthen the friendship between India and Russia. May this auspicious festival of Diwali bring new hope, happiness, peace, and prosperity into your lives. Happy Diwali to you all," he said.
US Navy Blue Angels fires pilot, team flies five instead of six jets during homecoming show: Who is Scott Laux and why was he removed?
Marine Corps Major Scott Laux has been taken off the Navy's Blue Angels squadron. He had been serving as the number 6 opposing solo since September 2024. His removal means he will miss the rest of the season's performances, although the Blue Angels plan to proceed with their shows, wrapping up on November 7.
Man found a note in his kitchen. Now he’s suing OpenAI over what ChatGPT allegedly told his wife
A North Carolina man says he found a note that made him fear his wife was planning to poison him. He is suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT helped develop and conceal the plan.
AI backlash could threaten Anthropic IPO timing, potential investors say
Investors are pushing for a more attractive valuation to commit to the offering, with some viewing the recently discussed $1.5 trillion valuation as being at the high end of expectations, the people told Reuters.
Google, Meta, TikTok sue to block California youth social media law
The law, known as Assembly Bill 1709, prohibits such platforms from offering underage children "psychologically exploitative features" that could lead to compulsive use, such as providing personal recommendations and sending videos through autoplay features. It also requires the deletion of children's accounts with those features.
OpenAI, ready to IPO in 2027, now counts majority of sales from enterprises, Greg Brockman says
OpenAI President Greg Brockman said on Wednesday the company now generates the majority of its revenue from enterprise sales and he believes it will be ready to go public in 2027.
'Raiders realizing they are facing a pissed-off Nick Bosa': Fans believe Raiders could face a fired-up 49ers defensive lineman as Democrats sweep US midterm elections 2026
After the Democrats swept the US midterm elections, taking control of Congress, fans pointed out that the result might have angered Nick Bosa, who is a staunch conservative. They believe he could return to the field this week against the Raiders, determined to deliver a dominant performance. A few 49ers fans are of the opinion that Bosa could be dejected with Donald Trump's Republicans losing and could even miss the game because of it.
US judge blocks Trump administration plan to flag suspected noncitizen voters
A US District Judge has ruled against the Trump administration's plans to tackle noncitizen voting. This ruling aims to protect eligible voters potentially affected by the administration's actions. The administration had been pressured to provide states with lists containing suspected noncitizen voters. Various legal setbacks have challenged these efforts before the upcoming midterm elections. The Justice Department's aggressive tactics have faced considerable opposition in the courts recently.
Instinct's WhatsApp scare: Glitch that cried wolf
The incident has also brought attention to Meta’s restrictions on competing AI assistants and the challenges facing companies building personal AI agents. Tanya Pandey explains what happened and why it matters.
El Nino could add to US inflation pressures in 2027, San Francisco Fed paper warns
A San Francisco Fed study warns the current strong El Niño could drive US inflation up by 1 percentage point in 2027, despite temporarily boosting jobs. With inflation already above the 2% target, the climate shock adds further pressure on the Fed to raise interest rates.
UC innovations make TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026: How a pancreatic cancer drug and smarter wheelchair are changing lives?
From a pancreatic cancer drug that targets KRAS mutations to a smarter power wheelchair, University of California research is reaching beyond laboratories. Daraxonrasib, developed from discoveries at UCSF, received FDA approval in August. Meanwhile, UC Berkeley alumnus Tony Hong’s Strutt ev¹ uses sensors and voice controls to make everyday mobility easier.
Fairfield mall shooting leaves multiple people with gunshot wounds — here's what we know about the incident so far
A shooting occurred at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, leading to multiple injuries. Fairfield Mayor Rick Vaccaro confirmed that authorities were responding to the active incident, reported around 8:54 pm. Three injured individuals were taken to local hospitals for treatment after the shooting. The California Highway Patrol assisted local police in managing traffic around the Solano Town Center.
Trump administration again loses bid to block California from counting alleged noncitizen votes
A US appeals court dismissed the Trump administration's effort to prevent California from counting mail ballots. This decision involved over 20,000 voters alleged to be noncitizens. The court's ruling came after a federal judge stated that blocking these ballots could harm lawfully registered voters. The Justice Department's lawsuit aimed to segregate ballots until voter citizenship was verified. Evidence shows that noncitizen voting is extremely rare despite the administration's claims.
Get $20 an hour to walk robot dogs, no work experience needed: San Francisco startup has an unusual job offer, but there is a catch
A San Francisco startup is offering $20 an hour to people willing to walk robot dogs through city streets. The job requires no previous experience and includes paid training, but workers must be prepared to carry the 33-pound machines back if they overheat or stop working. The unusual hiring exercise is part of Dimensional's effort to train AI systems to control robots and navigate real-world environments independently.
Doordash-Instacart deal: Instacart stock price slips, Doordash share price jumps at Wall Street. Key takeaways
Doordash-Instacart deal will reportedly reshape the grocery delivery market. DoorDash, founded in San Francisco in 2013, began delivering groceries in 2020 and Instacart, founded in 2012, specializes in grocery and convenience store delivery in the U.S. and Canada.
DoorDash strikes $17 billion deal for US rival Instacart in bets on grocery delivery
DoorDash is set to make waves in the grocery delivery market with its planned acquisition of Instacart, valued at approximately $17 billion. This move underscores the intense competitive landscape driving businesses toward expansion through strategic mergers. The increasing scrutiny over gig worker treatment and rising operational costs further fuel this trend. While Instacart's shares have recently seen a boost, DoorDash has faced share price challenges this year.
Eric Swalwell controversy: Who is Stephen Cloobeck? Why has FBI raided billionaire donor's Beverly Hills mansion?
Stephen Cloobeck, who founded the Diamond Resorts International timeshare company and ran last year for California governor, contributed more than $23,000 to Swalwell’s congressional campaigns since 2017, federal campaign finance records show.
From mercury to gold? This San Francisco startup claims it can produce yellow metal at will
San Francisco-based startup Marathon Fusion claims to have converted mercury into stable gold using fusion-generated neutrons, at a rate 10 times the record set by CERN in 2025. However, it has not disclosed the quantity of gold produced, leaving the commercial potential of the breakthrough unclear.
This California city’s mayor declared rental emergency as rents soared 25% in 2026. Is AI to blame?
San Francisco rents have jumped 25% in a year, with two-bedroom apartments topping $6,000 a month. As the mayor declares a rental emergency, scientists, nurses and teachers are struggling to find affordable homes amid intense competition and concerns over the AI boom.
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