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California's autos regulator said on Friday it is investigating «recent concerning incidents» involving autonomous vehicles operated by General Motors unit Cruise in San Francisco and asked the company to take half its robotaxis off the roads. The statement from California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) came after a Cruise robotaxi was involved in a crash with an emergency vehicle in San Francisco late on Thursday, the latest accident involving the self-driving cars. The regulator also said it has asked Cruise to immediately reduce its active fleet of vehicles by 50% until the investigation is complete and Cruise takes actions to improve road safety.

San Francisco has launched an autonomous shuttle service — less than a week after California regulators approved the expansion of robotaxis despite traffic and safety concerns. The free shuttle will run daily in a fixed route called the Loop around Treasure Island, the site of a former U.S. Navy base in the middle of San Francisco Bay.

Personal finance expert and 'The Ramsey Show' host Dave Ramsey joins 'Fox & Friends' to discuss Americans making 'hardship' withdrawals from their 401(K)s, student loan debt and shares tips on how to improve finances.

Indian Embassy beefed up. A large number of police personnel were deployed outside the premises of the Indian embassy, a video posted by news agency ANI showed. This came after Pro-Khalistan groups had planned to stage protests outside the Indian Embassy in Washington DC amid a scheduled Independence Day celebration.

Chance the Rapper will take Apple store customers in Chicago on his hip-hop journey as part of an audio series celebrating the genre’s 50th anniversary

California’s only native sunfish, Sacramento perch, was once so abundant it was a regular staple in San Francisco’s markets, but its numbers declined with the introduction of non-native fish in the early 20th century and today it exists in little more ...

Foo Fighters concert in San Francisco. During the show, Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl initiated a playful act by questioning the audience's familiarity with Bublé's 2009 hit, «Haven't Met You Yet,» while introducing drummer Josh Freese. Freese, who has played alongside both Bublé and Foo Fighters, joined the band after their drummer Taylor Hawkins' passing. Grohl addressed the audience's claims of knowing the Bublé song, stating that many had volunteered but didn't actually know it. He asked, «Who knows the song?» In an unexpected twist, Bublé himself emerged in the crowd, holding a sign that read, «I [heart] Bublé.» Amidst cheers, Grohl acknowledged Bublé's presence, humorously remarking, «We've got a superfan. He better know the song.» Bublé confidently took the microphone and, with Freese on drums, began singing the song. Grohl playfully complimented Bublé, saying, «OK, this guy's pretty good. This guy's pretty good.» Together, they completed the song before Grohl formally introduced Bublé and recounted his journey to the stage. Grohl praised Bublé's dedication, revealing that the Canadian singer had flown all the way from Argentina that day to perform the song. Grohl's comment on taking a joke to an extreme highlighted Bublé's commitment to the light-hearted prank. In this unexpected cameo, Michael Bublé blended his talent with Foo Fighters' performance, showcasing a seamless collaboration between two well-known artists. The surprise appearance delighted the audience, adding a memorable moment to the concert experience.

San Francisco, giving the green light for operators Waymo and Cruise to compete with ride-share services and cabs. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) heard six hours of public comment before voting three-to-one to let Waymo, a unit of Google-parent Alphabet, and General Motors-owned Cruise essentially run 24-hour robotaxi services in San Francisco. «Today is the first of many steps in bringing AV (autonomous vehicle) transportation services to Californians and setting a successful and transparent model for other states to follow,» said CPUC commissioner John Reynolds, who voted in favor of approval.

Jeff Rosenberger is about as close to a “lifer” as one can get in the relatively new financial technology industry.

California regulators approve expansion of robotaxi services in San Francisco despite safety concerns

San Francisco 49ers chief executive Jed York is being sued over accusations of insider trading related to his role on the board of an online educational company

robotaxi services to operate throughout San Francisco at all hours, despite safety worries spurred by recurring problems with unexpected stops and other erratic behavior that resulted in unmanned vehicles blocking traffic, including emergency vehicles. The state's Public Utilities Commission voted to approve rival services from Cruise and Waymo to operate around-the-clock service.

Elon Musk is auctioning signs and other items from the company, according to a report by BBC.com. “Among the 584 lots on offer are coffee tables, outsized bird cages, and oil paintings of images that went viral," said the report. Tens of desks and chairs, a DJ booth, and musical instruments, are also listed for auction, said the report.

Dianne Feinstein, was hospitalized on Tuesday evening after experiencing a fall at her residence, according to a spokesperson. In a statement, the spokesperson said, “Senator Feinstein briefly went to the hospital yesterday afternoon as a precaution after a minor fall in her home. All of her scans were clear and she returned home.” The initial report came from TMZ, with Feinstein's spokesperson, Adam Russell, later informing the San Francisco Chronicle that her hospital stay was «an hour or two.» Feinstein, the oldest currently serving US senator, plans to retire at the end of her upcoming term. The race for her successor is intensifying, with former House intelligence chair Adam Schiff competing against representatives Katie Porter and Barbara Lee. Growing concerns over Feinstein's health have prompted suggestions for her to step down earlier. She was previously absent from Congress for nearly three months this year due to shingles. Since her return, she has occasionally exhibited signs of frailty and confusion. Feinstein was slated to attend a city cable car celebration on August 2 but missed it due to a developing cough, as reported by the Chronicle. The first female mayor of San Francisco, Feinstein was elected to the US Senate in 1992 and led Democrats on the judiciary committee from 2017 to 2021. Similar issues concerning age and health have arisen for other prominent US politicians. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, aged 81, has experienced several falls, and concerns have been raised about his fitness for office.

An Associated Press reporter recalls the first time he took a ride in a car without sitting in the driver’s seat

After just four days, the giant ‘X’ sign that graced the roof of Twitter’s headquarters in San Francisco has been taken down.The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection said Monday it received 24 complaints about the illuminated sign, which was put up without a permit.“This morning, building inspectors observed the structure being dismantled,” a spokesperson from the city’s Department of Building Inspection said by email on Monday. “The property owner will be assessed fees for the unpermitted installation of the illuminated structure.” ‘X’ marks the spot of billionaire Elon Musk’s latest antic since buying Twitter.A giant, light-up sign of an X appeared on the rooftop of Twitter’s headquarters in San Francisco on Friday, less than a week after Musk announced that the social media platform was rebranding to X.Viral videos showed the sign blasting white light and occasionally strobing over the weekend.

Tech consultant Nima Momeni will stand trial for murder in the stabbing death of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a San Francisco judge ordered Tuesday. Lee's violent death shocked the tech community as fellow executives and engineers praised his generosity, curiosity and leadership skills. He was 43 and chief product officer of cryptocurrency platform MobileCoin when he died.

A brightly flashing “X” sign has been removed from the San Francisco headquarters of the company formerly known as Twitter just days after it was installed

Elon Musk is currently facing scrutiny from San Francisco city officials as they have initiated a complaint and launched an investigation regarding a colossal "X" sign recently installed atop the downtown building, previously recognized as the Twitter headquarters. The sign is part of Musk's ongoing efforts to rebrand the social media platform. According to city authorities, any alterations to letters or symbols on buildings, including the erection of signs on top of them, must be accompanied by a permit to ensure compliance with design and safety regulations, reported AP.

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Silicon Valley's technology hub San Francisco, Elon Musk said in a post. The Tesla and Space X founder & CEO said that X received ‘rich incentives’ to move its headquarters out of San Francisco but he has refused the offers. “Many have offered rich incentives for X (fka Twitter) to move its HQ out of San Francisco.