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Among the 46,000 people in Los Angeles experiencing homelessness, there are dozens living along the Arroyo Seco next to the 110 Freeway near Highland Park. Those living there have constructed a number of different makeshift structures, some with tents, tarps and other scrap materials, but at least one of the structures, complete with a [...]
Police are investigating after a woman's body was discovered inside a trash can in Sunland Tuesday morning. The gruesome discovery was made around 10:30 a.m. on the 8500 block of Wentworth Street when Los Angeles police received calls from neighbors reporting an odd odor. Arriving officers discovered a decomposing body inside a bag that was [...]
Prosecutors in Arizona have filed felony charges against a woman who accused former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer of sexual assault, alleging she defrauded the former Cy Young winner. The charges come after a Grand Jury in Maricopa County handed down an indictment against Darcy Adanna Esemonu on one count of fraud and one [...]
Charges have been filed against the 41-year-old gunman who opened fire from the roof of a Marina del Rey apartment complex over the weekend, endangering the lives of terrified residents and law enforcement officers who responded to the scene, authorities announced Tuesday. The incident unfolded on April 13 around 10:15 p.m. at the Pearl [...]
The Anaheim Police Department will be introducing Tesla vehicles into their patrol fleet through a pilot program. The department said they’ve purchased six Model Y SUVs directly from Tesla. The vehicles, which are specially outfitted with the necessary equipment to become patrol vehicles, were completed by a third-party vendor called Unplugged Performance. Anaheim police said [...]
Police have released a grainy image taken from surveillance footage of a man believed to be responsible for a violent sexual assault on a woman who was sitting in her car outside of a restaurant in Pasadena on Saturday. The terrifying ordeal unfolded at around 8:40 p.m. on Sierra Madre Villa Avenue, north of Foothill [...]
Authorities are searching for suspects wanted for a series of flash mob robberies targeting stores across Los Angeles County. The group of suspects began targeting retail shops on March 3, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The robbery crew involves around 10 to 20 male suspects who are all between 15 to 25 years [...]
The Anaheim City Council has voted to approve a measure for a massive $1.9 billion expansion proposal by Disney, also known as Disneyland Forward. City council members voted 7-0 for the proposal early Wednesday morning, following an 8-hour meeting. Even though the city council voted to approve the proposal Wednesday morning, it will face another [...]
The California Department of Public Health has issued a warning to consumers advising them not to purchase or use a hemorrhoid ointment from Vietnam that was found to contain dangerous levels of lead and was linked to a death in Northern California. A public health advisory declared that California consumers should not use Cao Bôi [...]
A four-person robbery crew that targeted 7-Eleven stores across Los Angeles County collected more than $90,000 from stolen lottery scratchers, authorities announced Tuesday. Detectives with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Major Crimes Bureau say the crew was responsible for some 44 strong-arm robberies, which resulted in retail losses of $250,000 over a two-month [...]
SoCal News NOW
SoCal News NOW
- Disney clears major hurdle in $1.9B expansion plans April 17, 2024The Anaheim City Council has voted to approve a measure for a massive $1.9 billion expansion proposal by Disney, also known as Disneyland Forward. City council members voted 7-0 for the proposal early Wednesday morning, following an 8-hour meeting. Even though the city council voted to approve the proposal Wednesday morning, it will face another […]
- Unhoused residents built home on side of Southern California freeway April 17, 2024Among the 46,000 people in Los Angeles experiencing homelessness, there are dozens living along the Arroyo Seco next to the 110 Freeway near Highland Park. Those living there have constructed a number of different makeshift structures, some with tents, tarps and other scrap materials, but at least one of the structures, complete with a […]
Media
Smartmatic, an elections technology company, had accused the conservative broadcaster of amplifying baseless claims about election fraud. [...]
The company had critical and commercial hits over two decades but never made money consistently and faced a challenging entertainment landscape. [...]
Uri Berliner, a senior business editor at NPR, said the public radio network’s liberal bias had tainted its coverage of important stories. [...]
Katherine Maher, who took over the public network last month, posted years ago on Twitter that “Donald Trump is a racist.” [...]
Instagram is testing a program that offers its top influencers the ability to interact with their followers over direct messages using a chatbot. [...]
The former Disney executive Ben Sherwood and Joanna Coles, the former Hearst content chief, are being given a minority stake in the digital tabloid. [...]
In an unusual statement, the news organizations said “there is simply no substitute” for a face-to-face debate, a campaign staple since 1976. [...]
Dan Lin, the streaming service’s new film chief, wants to produce a more varied slate of movies to better appeal to the array of interests among subscribers. [...]
He won two Pulitzers for Florida newspapers, commenting wryly on war, segregation, church scandals and more while reaching readers nationwide through syndication. [...]
His negotiations led to Dan Rather’s elevation from “60 Minutes” to anchor of the “CBS Evening News” and sent Diane Sawyer from “60 Minutes” to ABC. [...]
Media
Media
- Smartmatic and OAN Settle Defamation Suit April 16, 2024Smartmatic, an elections technology company, had accused the conservative broadcaster of amplifying baseless claims about election fraud.
- Netflix’s New Film Strategy: More About the Audience, Less About Auteurs April 16, 2024Dan Lin, the streaming service’s new film chief, wants to produce a more varied slate of movies to better appeal to the array of interests among subscribers.
- Participant, Maker of Films With Social Conscience, Calls It Quits April 16, 2024The company had critical and commercial hits over two decades but never made money consistently and faced a challenging entertainment landscape.
- NPR Suspends Uri Berliner Over Critical Substack Essay April 16, 2024Uri Berliner, a senior business editor at NPR, said the public radio network’s liberal bias had tainted its coverage of important stories.
- Richard Leibner, Savvy Agent for Top Broadcast Journalists, Dies at 85 April 15, 2024His negotiations led to Dan Rather’s elevation from “60 Minutes” to anchor of the “CBS Evening News” and sent Diane Sawyer from “60 Minutes” to ABC.
Health
The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy. [...]
Lawmakers raising national security concerns and seeking to disconnect a major Chinese firm from U.S. pharmaceutical interests have rattled the biotech industry. The firm is deeply involved in development and [...]
Millions in Sackler donations sat dormant, rising in value as the opioid epidemic raged and as other institutions distanced themselves from the makers of a notorious painkiller. [...]
At a time of heightened confusion and legal battles over access to abortion, women are looking to social media for answers. [...]
In the year after a pandemic-era policy preserving Medicaid coverage lapsed, more than 20 million people were dropped from the program at some point. [...]
Federal regulation capping toxic airborne silica has been decades in the making. The delay has cost miners dearly. [...]
One company is going to great lengths to build it up, but it will be years before it returns to the minimum level. [...]
A public research institute in Brazil has proved a new shot protects against the disease, but can’t make it fast enough to stop the huge outbreak sweeping Latin America. [...]
We want to hear from pet owners about their experiences taking their animals to the vet, and how they paid for their animals’ care. [...]
His testimony as an expert witness in some 600 trials helped plaintiffs win billions of dollars in cases involving malfeasance by pharmaceutical makers. [...]
Health
Health
- Sleep Apnea Reduced in People Who Took Zepbound, Eli Lilly Reports April 17, 2024The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
- Women Talk Through Their Abortions on TikTok April 17, 2024At a time of heightened confusion and legal battles over access to abortion, women are looking to social media for answers.
- 5 Takeaways From a Year of Medicaid Upheaval April 16, 2024In the year after a pandemic-era policy preserving Medicaid coverage lapsed, more than 20 million people were dropped from the program at some point.
- U.S. Limits Deadly Mining Dust as Black Lung Resurges April 16, 2024Federal regulation capping toxic airborne silica has been decades in the making. The delay has cost miners dearly.
- David Egilman, Doctor Who Took On Drug Companies, Dies at 71 April 16, 2024His testimony as an expert witness in some 600 trials helped plaintiffs win billions of dollars in cases involving malfeasance by pharmaceutical makers.
Science
Feral cats take a heavy toll on the world’s wildlife, especially Down Under. The solution? Smarter traps, sharpshooters, survival camp for prey species, and the “Felixer.” [...]
Soon, this devil-horned comet won’t be visible for another seven decades. [...]
The agency will seek new ideas for its Mars Sample Return program, expected to be billions of dollars over budget and years behind schedule. [...]
An ascending jet’s contrail over Montreal added to the wonder of last Monday’s eclipse. [...]
To protect Australia’s iconic animals, scientists are experimenting with vaccine implants, probiotics, tree-planting drones and solar-powered tracking tags. [...]
When traditional conservation fails, science is using “assisted evolution” to give vulnerable wildlife a chance. [...]
New research finds that the microscopic “water bears" are remarkably good at repairing their DNA after a huge blast of radiation. [...]
Despite their peaceful reputation, bonobos act aggressively more often than their chimpanzee cousins, a new study found. [...]
Lisa Kaltenegger, director of the Carl Sagan Institute at Cornell University, hunts for aliens in space by studying Earth across time. [...]
The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy. [...]
Science
Science
- Sleep Apnea Reduced in People Who Took Zepbound, Eli Lilly Reports April 17, 2024The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
- Interior Department Rejects Ambler Road Project in Alaska April 16, 2024A mining company wants to build a 211-mile industrial road through Alaskan wilderness to reach a large copper deposit. The Interior Department says it would harm wildlife and communities.
- No ‘Hippie Ape’: Bonobos Are Often Aggressive, Study Finds April 16, 2024Despite their peaceful reputation, bonobos act aggressively more often than their chimpanzee cousins, a new study found.
- Comet Pons-Brooks: How and When to See It April 16, 2024Soon, this devil-horned comet won’t be visible for another seven decades.
- Should We Change Species to Save Them? April 16, 2024When traditional conservation fails, science is using “assisted evolution” to give vulnerable wildlife a chance.
World of Tech
It doesn’t take a lot of work to keep copies of your phone’s photos, videos and other files stashed securely in case of an emergency. [...]
The $700 Ai Pin, funded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman and Microsoft, can be helpful — until it struggles with tasks like doing math and crafting sandwich recipes. [...]
Even if you manage to ditch your iPhone, Apple’s hooks are still there. [...]
What happens when a columnist and a reporter use A.I. glasses to scan groceries, monuments and zoo animals? Hilarity, wonder and lots of mistakes ensued. [...]
Roku recently changed its policy to make it even harder for customers to take legal action. It’s a reminder of how we need to protect ourselves. [...]
The latest smartphone software includes tools to help you more easily connect with the people you want to contact — and avoid those you don’t. [...]
A wallet-free lifestyle relying on your phone is attainable, but it requires preparation and some compromise. [...]
Canceling is simple. The tough part is remembering to do it. [...]
Retro-photography apps that mimic the appearance of analog film formats make your digital files seem like they’re from another era. [...]
Billed as the future of computing, the $3,500 goggles can’t replace a laptop for work. At times, wearing them also made our columnist feel nauseated. [...]
World of Tech
World of Tech
- Everything You Need to Know About Smartphone Backups April 17, 2024It doesn’t take a lot of work to keep copies of your phone’s photos, videos and other files stashed securely in case of an emergency.
- Humane’s AI Pin Wants to Free You From Your Phone April 11, 2024The $700 Ai Pin, funded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman and Microsoft, can be helpful — until it struggles with tasks like doing math and crafting sandwich recipes.
- Switching From iPhone to Android Is Easy. It’s the Aftermath That Stings. April 3, 2024Even if you manage to ditch your iPhone, Apple’s hooks are still there.
- Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Use AI to See, Hear and Speak. What Are They Like? March 28, 2024What happens when a columnist and a reporter use A.I. glasses to scan groceries, monuments and zoo animals? Hilarity, wonder and lots of mistakes ensued.
- Walking and Using a Phone Is Bad for Your Health March 21, 2024Hunching over a device can mess with your gait, slow you down and poison your mood. And that’s before you trip and fall.
Innovation
Generative AI is finding its niches within business in 2024, with multimodal models providing new capabilities. At the same time, artists glaze their work against AI scraping. [...]
Technology with financial applications is evolving rapidly as the world moves deeper into the fintech space. The following list, created by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, contains books that cover [...]
How much better is GPT-4 compared to previous models? Learn about cost and capabilities. [...]
Two variants of Xeon 6 processors are coming later this year, Intel announced at the Intel Vision 2024 conference. [...]
Today’s options for best AI courses offer a wide variety of hands-on experience with generative AI, machine learning and AI algorithms. [...]
Generative artificial intelligence has rapidly gained traction amongst businesses, professionals and consumers. But what is generative AI, how does it work and what is all the buzz about? Read on [...]
Get up and running with ChatGPT with this comprehensive cheat sheet. Learn everything from how to sign up for free to enterprise use cases, and start using ChatGPT quickly and [...]
Of the IT and security professionals surveyed, 63% said AI will improve security within their organization. [...]
Virtual reality and augmented reality offer exciting potential in the future of gaming, entertainment, e-commerce and many other sectors. While VR provides immersive escapism into virtual worlds, AR enriches the [...]
A great way to stay current with the latest technology trends and innovations is by attending conferences. Read and bookmark our 2024 tech events guide. [...]
Innovation
Innovation
- Top 5 AI Trends to Watch in 2024 April 11, 2024Generative AI is finding its niches within business in 2024, with multimodal models providing new capabilities. At the same time, artists glaze their work against AI scraping.
- GPT-4 Cheat Sheet: What Is GPT-4, and What Is it Capable Of? April 9, 2024How much better is GPT-4 compared to previous models? Learn about cost and capabilities.
- 10 Must-Read Books on Fintech April 9, 2024Technology with financial applications is evolving rapidly as the world moves deeper into the fintech space. The following list, created by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, contains books that cover topics surrounding the modern use of fintech that offer insights into its trajectory in the financial industry and beyond. Featured text from the download: Fintech […]
- Intel Vision 2024 Offers New Look at Gaudi 3 AI Chip April 9, 2024Two variants of Xeon 6 processors are coming later this year, Intel announced at the Intel Vision 2024 conference.
- The 10 Best AI Courses in 2024 April 8, 2024Today’s options for best AI courses offer a wide variety of hands-on experience with generative AI, machine learning and AI algorithms.
Artificial Intelligence
Speeding up large language model workloads is one of the priorities for the business laptop processors. [...]
Microsoft Copilot can write basic SQL code, which could help your employees be more efficient and productive. [...]
Trying to decide which version of Microsoft Copilot is right for you? This guide will help you compare and choose the one that best suits your needs. [...]
Looking to find the best AI CRM software? Explore top options, features and benefits to streamline your customer relationship management processes effectively. [...]
Generative AI is finding its niches within business in 2024, with multimodal models providing new capabilities. At the same time, artists glaze their work against AI scraping. [...]
Make a QR code in Chrome, Adobe, ChatGPT Plus or one of the other options detailed. [...]
Microsoft just rolled out two new Copilot-enabled devices: Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6. [...]
How much better is GPT-4 compared to previous models? Learn about cost and capabilities. [...]
Some Google Cloud customers will be able to run instances on the Arm-based Axion chip later this year. [...]
Find out why IT pros in Australia need to take the initiative to self-upskill, and learn how this could lead to salary increases and promotions. [...]
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
- AMD Reveals Ryzen Pro 8000 Series for High-Performance Computing Needs, Including AI April 16, 2024Speeding up large language model workloads is one of the priorities for the business laptop processors.
- Can Microsoft Copilot Write Simple SQL Commands for You? April 12, 2024Microsoft Copilot can write basic SQL code, which could help your employees be more efficient and productive.
- Determine Which Version of Microsoft Copilot is Right for You April 12, 2024Trying to decide which version of Microsoft Copilot is right for you? This guide will help you compare and choose the one that best suits your needs.
- 5 Best AI CRM Software for 2024 April 12, 2024Looking to find the best AI CRM software? Explore top options, features and benefits to streamline your customer relationship management processes effectively.
- Top 5 AI Trends to Watch in 2024 April 11, 2024Generative AI is finding its niches within business in 2024, with multimodal models providing new capabilities. At the same time, artists glaze their work against AI scraping.