HISTORICAL FACTS: 9 - The Untold Story

One person dead and two missing after boat sinks near San Francisco’s Alcatraz Island

Another 16 people rescued after ‘pontoon pleasure boat’ sinks about 600 yards from famous tourist attraction

The Guardian - US · Jul 15

AI founder says even a $300,000 salary in San Francisco left him stressed, moved to Argentina where rent is 10x cheaper and he's happier

Startup founder Koby Conrad moved his business to Buenos Aires, Argentina. He found a more affordable life and greater peace of mind there. Conrad believes San Francisco remains unmatched for technology and innovation. He still travels to San Francisco for business and plans to raise his family. His company's strategy…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

It Sure Looks Like Suzuki Might Help Bring American Robocars To India

The agreement with a San Francisco-based tech firm backed by Sam Altman is only at the 'memorandum of understanding' phase, but still.

RideApart · Jul 14

This AI founder walked away from a $300,000 life in San Francisco: 'No money could make me stay here'

Koby Conrad, founder of AI sobriety companion Sunflower, relocated to Buenos Aires. He found a better environment for building a family and his company. Conrad enjoys the city's culture, food, and significantly lower living costs. He feels more focused and productive away from San Francisco's tech-centric atmosphere. The move supports…

The Times of India · Jul 13

In 1906, one wrong turn sent the SS Valencia into the Pacific's “Graveyard of the Pacific”, where more than 100 people died

In January 1906, the SS Valencia was nearing the end of what should have been a routine passenger voyage along the Pacific coast. The ship was carrying travellers from San Francisco to Seattle, following a route used regularly by coastal steamers. But as the vessel approached the waters near Vancouver…

The Times of India · Jul 13

Flight of fancy: San Francisco moves to build private luxury airport terminal

City seeking bids to build and operate separate terminal, following Los Angeles, London and other cities

The Guardian - US · Jul 9

‘Absolutely bananas’: San Francisco homes sell for $1m above asking price amid AI boom

Report finds widespread overbidding as rapid AI growth generates increased wealth in city where housing is scarce

The Guardian - US · Jul 7

Elon Musk's bid to set aside Twitter fraud verdict rejected by US judge

U.S. District ​Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco also denied Musk's motion to decertify the class of investors, and granted the investors' motion for prejudgment interest. The judge did, however, find Musk not liable for one of his challenged tweets.

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Japanese mindset of the day by Shunryu Suzuki: "Without accepting the fact that everything changes, we cannot find..." - inspiring life lessons by Sōtō Zen monk on embracing changes and why accepting change can end unnecessary suffering

Japanese mindset of the day by Shunryu Suzuki: Zen teacher Shunryu Suzuki emphasized accepting life's constant flow for inner peace. He taught that resisting inevitable changes causes suffering and disappointment. Suzuki-roshi moved to San Francisco in 1959, establishing the Zen Center. His teachings continue through numerous Zen centers and published…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Gaza protests against two Democrats spark outcry and debate on tactics

Incidents involving California state senator Scott Wiener and New York congressman Dan Goldman underscore Israel-Palestine conflict’s role in US elections

The Guardian - US · Jul 5