Queen Elizabeth faced assassination threat during 1983 San Francisco visit, FBI reveals

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Once the West Coast's crown jewel, San Francisco's real estate market is crashing

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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil

The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.

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US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI's botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations

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Quick Glance: US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Mishandling of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations

The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with over 100 individuals who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016.

A total of $1 billion has now been allocated by various organizations to compensate numerous women who were victims of Nassar's assaults disguised as sports injury treatments.

FBI Director Christopher Wray expressed regret for the agency's inaction despite being aware of allegations against Nassar for over a year, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for the survivors.

The settlements aim to provide critical support for the victims of Nassar's crimes to aid in their healing process, with the Justice Department agreeing to settle 139 claims in response to the agreement.

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Chinese hackers are constantly targeting critical infrastructure in the U.S., FBI Director says

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Quick Glance: Cyber Threats from China Targeting US Critical Infrastructure

According to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Chinese hackers are continuously seeking to infiltrate the computer systems of U.S. water treatment facilities and energy grids to induce panic.

Wray claimed that the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has allocated significant resources to an offensive cyber program that surpasses those of all other major nations combined.

Wray primarily focused on the China threat concerning critical infrastructure but was also questioned about TikTok, the social media platform facing potential banning in the U.S. if ByteDance does not comply.

The FBI director emphasizes that the threat is not merely a long-term concern anymore but could materialize by 2027, as indicated by a recent assessment from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence suggesting a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan before the decade ends.

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The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...

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Chinese government-linked hackers have burrowed into US-critical infrastructure and are waiting 'for just the right moment to deal a devastating blow ...

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Quick Glance: Impending Chinese Hacker Attack on US Infrastructure

FBI Director Christopher Wray warns of an upcoming devastating attack on critical US infrastructure by Chinese hackers.

The Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon has penetrated companies in the US in energy-rich and water-related sectors.

The intent behind the preparation is unclear, but appears linked to China's goal of thwarting US defense of Taiwan.

Active since mid-2021, Volt Typhoon aims to spy on organizations and gain unnoticed access to their networks, as reported by Microsoft.

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FBI opens criminal investigation into Baltimore bridge collapse, AP source says: The FBI is conducting a criminal investigation into the deadly collapse of ...

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Quick Glance: Investigation of Key Bridge Incident

The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation focusing on the colossal container vessel that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore last month.

Authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the Dali, a 985-foot Singaporean ship, losing power as it departed from the Port of Baltimore and colliding with one of the bridge's support pillars.

Federal agents appeared to have boarded the ship on Monday morning to conduct a search.

President Biden and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) have expressed their commitment to hold accountable any entities potentially responsible for the bridge's destruction.

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Waymo: Robotaxi drove on wrong side of SF street to ensure safety: A driverless Waymo robotaxi drove on the wrong side of a San Francisco street ...

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FBI director rejects Trump's vow to investigate political rivals: In an interview with NBC News, Christopher Wray said that, as long as he is FBI director ...

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Empty SF office tower at 995 Market St sells at near 90% discount: An empty San Francisco office tower in the Mid-Market neighborhood at 995 Market Street ...

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Trump urged to return docs nearly a year before Mar-a-Lago search, FBI filing says

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Trump co-defendant in classified documents case was told he’d be pardoned in a second term, notes in FBI interview say

cnn.com/2024/04/22/politics/nauta-classified-documents-trump-pardon-second-term/

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Harry and Meghan's 'wake up call' before quitting roles: A photograph was released in 2020 of the Queen with her heirs.

Quick Glance: Meghan Markle's Podcast Delayed until 2025 - Issues with Schedule

Meghan Markle's podcast with Lemonada Media has been delayed until next year, as reported by sources.

The company is struggling to launch the podcast to avoid overshadowing by the Duchess's new Netflix project.

The couple signed a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal and have two new series in early production stages.

Markle is currently focusing on her new brand and Netflix series centered around cooking and polo.

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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 ...

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FBI says Chinese hackers preparing to attack US infrastructure

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Tesla to lay off more than 3,000 employees in California, notices show: Tesla is set to cut 3,332 jobs in California, the electric-vehicle maker said in multiple ...

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Queen Elizabeth II honored with corgi-adorned statue on 98th birthday: See the photos

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Newsom set to propose legislation to help Arizonans get abortions in California: California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said Sunday that state lawmakers will introduce ...

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San Francisco sues Oakland over new 'San Francisco Bay' airport name: San Francisco sued its neighboring city Oakland in California federal court on Thursday ...

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'Elevating Earth Day into a national holiday is not radical — it's practical': Opinion, comment and editorials of the day

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China creates 'Information Support Force' to improve networked defence capabilities

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Duke of Kent to step down as Colonel of Scots Guards after 50 years: The Scots Guards are one of the five prestigious Regiments of Foot Guards within the British ...

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Trump Ally Warned Ex-President About Keeping Classified Docs—Over A Year Before Indictment, FBI Filing Says

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Golden Gate Ferry indefinitely suspends S.F.-Sausalito rides: Officials with Golden Gate Ferry said an issue was discovered at the Sausalito pier during a ...

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Crypto Trader’s Mango Markets Manipulation Trial Heads to Jury: Federal jurors in New York heard sharply contrasting arguments on whether a trader manipulated ...

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Accused shoplifters nabbed when getaway car runs out of gas, California police say

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Why haven’t blue states rushed to join Newsom’s call for constitutional amendment on guns?

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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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Dead gray whale washes up on Alameda beach: A dead gray whale washed up on a beach in Alameda on Saturday night, becoming the first reported whale death in the ...

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Senate Passes Reauthorization of Key U.S. Surveillance Program Just After Deadline

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Finding an apartment may be easier for California pet owners under new legislation

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Lawyers for Larry Nassar assault survivors reach $100M deal with DOJ, source says

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Outside Lands announces massive lineup for 2024 music festival: Sturgill Simpson, Post Malone, Tyler, the Creator, Killers, Postal Service, Grace Jones ...

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Fewer people are riding S.F.’s iconic cable cars: Fewer people are riding S.F.’s iconic cable cars. Here’s how far ridership has fallen

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Liz Truss’s book blames everyone – except Liz Truss: Ten Years to Save the West has no apologies, no awareness, and no ideas

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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: From Premiership to Resignation in 49 Days

Liz Truss became Prime Minister and resigned after just 49 days, despite her husband's prediction that 'it would all end in tears'.

Truss assumed office on September 6, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson, but faced early challenges and personal struggles.

Despite implementing economic measures and facing political turbulence, Truss resigned after a mini-budget led to a pensions crisis.

She reflects on her failed tenure, attributing blame to structural issues and drawing parallels to the controversial football manager Brian Clough.

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Prince Harry Marks Significant Date When Officially Changing Primary Residence to U.S.

time.com/6968443/prince-harry-residency-united-states-official-documents/

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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Highest cannabis use found among lower-income, less-educated in new survey: The highest regular cannabis use was found among lower-income, less-educated U.S ...

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SF’s Parkmerced apartment complex at risk of $1.8 billion default: One of San Francisco’s biggest apartment complexes, Parkmerced, is at risk of defaulting on ...

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Noon Mass ends in stabbing at Saints Peter and Paul Church in SF: Noon Mass ends in stabbing at Saints Peter and Paul Church in San Francisco's North Beach ...

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When smart motorways go wrong...: Footage from smart motorway accidents and a woman describes her lucky escape.

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Murders down about 20 percent in 200+ cities: Murders are down about 20 percent in more than 200 cities across the country, according to a recent analysis from ...

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Pandas coming to CA zoo for first time in decades — and city calls it a ‘major boost’

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Quick Glance: San Francisco to Receive Pandas from China

San Francisco is set to be the next U.S. city to welcome a pair of pandas from China as part of the 'panda diplomacy' program between Washington and Beijing.

Mayor London Breed announced that the San Francisco Zoo has been chosen to house the giant pandas.

The city has been working closely with Chinese and Asian and Pacific Islander communities to strengthen the existing cultural connection.

China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) will collaborate with city officials to prepare for the pandas' arrival in 2025 and establish technical standards for their conservation.

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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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House Votes to Extend—and Expand—a Major US Spy Program: The US House of Representatives voted on Friday to extend the Section 702 spy program ...

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Quick Glance: House Decision on Extending and Expanding US Spy Program

The US House of Representatives made a decision on Friday regarding the continuation of the Section 702 spy program. This decision was made without a modification that would have required the FBI to obtain a warrant to access information of Americans.

An ongoing controversial US wiretap program has reached a significant milestone towards its reauthorization.

Following numerous delays, setbacks, and involvement by legislators striving to maintain and enhance the spying powers of the US intelligence agencies, the House of Representatives voted on Friday to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for an additional two years.

Furthermore, the House bill includes a substantial broadening of the statutory definition for communication service providers, a move that FISA experts, such as Marc Zwillinger - among the few advisors to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) - have vocally cautioned against.

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House passes reauthorization of US spy program after GOP upheaval: The U.S. House has passed a bill to reauthorize and provide sweeping reforms of a key U.S ...

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3 retail spaces at Emporium San Francisco Centre have been leased: The new openings follow an exodus from the Emporium San Francisco Centre that included the ...

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FBI concerned about possible coordinated attack in US after Russia massacre: The FBI is concerned about the possibility of an organized attack in the United ...

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arstechnica Apr 15

US woman arrested, accused of targeting young boys in $1.7M sextortion scheme: FBI has warned of significant spike in teen sextortion in 2024.

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Cecil Williams, reverend who turned a church into a safe haven, dies aged 94: Longtime, legendary pastor of San Francisco’s Glide Memorial church was advocate ...

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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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Iconic San Francisco LGBTQ bar, The Stud, reopens in a new location: After a four-year closure, an iconic San Francisco bar has a new home.

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To make sure grandmas like his don't get conned, he scams the scammers: Livestreamers who bait scammers find creative ways to waste their time ...

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FBI on alert for threats to the Jewish community ahead of Passover, director says

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Exclusive | Annie Leibovitz Lists 65-Acre California Farm for $8.995 Million: The celebrity photographer didn’t spend as much time at the Bolinas property as ...

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Latest line: A good week for London Breed, a bad week for Steve Garvey: San Francisco mayor lands a diplomatic coup, while GOP Senate candidate's tax ...

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Vera Wang says she won't stop working even as she grows older: "I think maybe a little bit like Warren Buffett or Queen Elizabeth II, I'm just going to keep ...

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Oakland votes to add 'San Francisco' to its airport name: Oakland Airport's proposed name change to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport already ...

Quick Glance: Oakland Airport Considers Adding 'San Francisco' to Name

Oakland International Airport is considering adding 'San Francisco' to its name to attract more passengers, but faces opposition from neighbors across the Bay.

The Board of Commissioners for the Port of Oakland will discuss the matter at their upcoming meeting on Thursday.

Officially known as Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, the airport lost 39 of 54 new routes added from July 2008 to March 2024, raising concerns about geographical confusion among travelers.

The potential name-change has alarmed San Francisco officials, who fear it would cause confusion among travelers and infringe on the city's trademark rights.

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Breaking from routine with a mini sabbatical or 'adult gap year' can be rejuvenating

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

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Jan. 6 defendant charged with assaulting officers IDed with help of a forehead scar

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Huw Edwards' four decades at the BBC as he hands in resignation: Edwards, who was born in Bridgend and brought up in Llangennech, Carmarthenshire ...

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Quick Glance: Huw Edwards steps down from BBC due to health reasons

Huw Edwards announced his resignation from the BBC on Monday, citing health reasons according to the corporation.

A spokesperson for the BBC stated that after 40 years of service, Huw Edwards' decision based on medical advice was accepted.

Mr. Edwards' wife, Vicky Flind, revealed that he is suffering from severe mental health issues and is currently receiving in-patient care.

Mr. Edwards, one of the most prominent BBC presenters, had been involved in significant events such as royal weddings and funerals.

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King Charles sees new banknotes with his image on: Before the King, only his mother Queen Elizabeth II had featured on UK banknotes.

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Annie Leibovitz just listed her rural California estate for $8.995M: Five years after buying a historic property in rural California, celebrity photographer ...

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First new photo from Kate to mark Prince Louis' birthday:

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When Calls the Heart's Erin Krakow: Season 11 'Is a Great Time' for Elizabeth and Nathan to Explore Romance

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Oakland Airport’s New Name Infuriates San Francisco Officials: Oakland, California, is slapping the name of “San Francisco” on its airport in hopes of borrowing ...

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FBI found it ‘alarming’ that Fauci-funded virus research at Wuhan lab would leave no trace of ‘human manipulation’

nypost.com/2024/04/19/us-news/fbi-got-tip-that-fauci-funded-virus-research-at-wuhan-lab-would-leave-no-trace-of-human-manipulation/

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No Bias Found in F.B.I. Report on Catholic Extremists: Republicans claimed the bureau’s memo was evidence of an anti-conservative strain among F.B.I. ranks ...

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Stonestown mega-project: 3,500 homes, acres of parks, 'main street': Exclusive details on Stonestown mall mega-project: 3,500 homes, acres of parks ...

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The Goring, the London hotel that Queen Elizabeth liked best: Open since 1910, the monarch awarded it a royal distinction for its services ...

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Napa Valley is California’s wine barometer, an expensive one: Big corporations — and lots of tourists — are changing the West Coast’s most famous wine-growing ...

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