AI leaders speak on safety at UN General Assembly
UC Berkeley Law's Vincent Joralemon spoke on The Four as world leaders gathered at the United Nations to address top global security concerns, with artificial intelligence taking center stage during an address by Bay Area tech executives. Addressing the U.N. Security Council in New York, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman urged global caution, cooperation, and stronger oversight as AI risks grow. Altman stressed that for AI to remain democratic, critical choices cannot be left solely to San Francisco tech labs and must instead be shaped by public accountability.
UC Berkeley Law's Vincent Joralemon spoke on The Four as world leaders gathered at the United Nations to address top global security concerns, with artificial intelligence taking center stage during an address by Bay Area tech executives. Addressing the U.N. Security Council in New York, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman urged global caution, cooperation, and stronger oversight as AI risks grow. Altman stressed that for AI to remain democratic, critical choices cannot be left solely to San Francisco tech labs and must instead be shaped by public accountability.
10th annual Kunal Patel tennis tournament
The 10th annual Kunal Patel San Francisco Tennis Tournament is underway at Golden Gate Park’s Goldman Tennis Center, running through Sunday. Created by family and friends to honor Kunal, an avid athlete who died in a 2014 bike crash at age 27, this year features more than150 players competing for a $50,000 prize. Known for launching top talent like Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe, the tournament offers free admission to the public, featuring competitive matches, student programs, and community events.
The 10th annual Kunal Patel San Francisco Tennis Tournament is underway at Golden Gate Park’s Goldman Tennis Center, running through Sunday. Created by family and friends to honor Kunal, an avid athlete who died in a 2014 bike crash at age 27, this year features more than150 players competing for a $50,000 prize. Known for launching top talent like Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe, the tournament offers free admission to the public, featuring competitive matches, student programs, and community events.
What Trump and Xi are demanding behind closed doors
China has resisted the Trump administration’s urgings, and economic threats, to use its leverage to prod Iran to agree to U.S. terms to end the nearly 7-month war. Xi Jinping wants to see Trump permanently halt arms sales to Taiwan and loosen export restrictions on cutting-edge advanced chips. The two sides Wednesday agreed to extend by two months a one-year trade truce set to expire Nov. 10 as they work to find a more durable agreement.
China has resisted the Trump administration’s urgings, and economic threats, to use its leverage to prod Iran to agree to U.S. terms to end the nearly 7-month war. Xi Jinping wants to see Trump permanently halt arms sales to Taiwan and loosen export restrictions on cutting-edge advanced chips. The two sides Wednesday agreed to extend by two months a one-year trade truce set to expire Nov. 10 as they work to find a more durable agreement.
Oakland estuary boat cleanup
Several boats are scheduled to be removed from the Oakland Estuary on Thursday as part of a ongoing shoreline cleanup initiative funded by a $3.2 million grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Several boats are scheduled to be removed from the Oakland Estuary on Thursday as part of a ongoing shoreline cleanup initiative funded by a $3.2 million grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Laser light show returns to SF's Grace Cathedral
A large laser light show is back at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. The laser beams will be illuminated from the roof of the Fairmont Hotel through the cathedral's historic rose windows.
A large laser light show is back at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. The laser beams will be illuminated from the roof of the Fairmont Hotel through the cathedral's historic rose windows.
East Bay nurse detained during appointment at SF ICE office
The family of an East Bay nurse who was detained during a mandated appointment at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in San Francisco is desperate for her to return home.
The family of an East Bay nurse who was detained during a mandated appointment at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in San Francisco is desperate for her to return home.
Get spooked at San Francisco's 'Terror Vault'
Reporter James Torrez gets spooked at the 'Terror Vault' in San Francisco.
Reporter James Torrez gets spooked at the 'Terror Vault' in San Francisco.
Unemployment claims drop to lowest since mid-July, though public anxiety remains
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations. The drop highlights ongoing cross-currents in the economy during a period dominated by concerns over inflation and high prices.
Applications for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 196,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July and coming in far below expert expectations. The drop highlights ongoing cross-currents in the economy during a period dominated by concerns over inflation and high prices.
What to know about Trump-Xi summit
President Trump on Thursday hailed the "a great friendship” he has forged with China’s Xi Jinping as the two leaders held a highly anticipated state visit. Peidong Sun, associate professor of history, at Cornell University, gives insight.
President Trump on Thursday hailed the "a great friendship” he has forged with China’s Xi Jinping as the two leaders held a highly anticipated state visit. Peidong Sun, associate professor of history, at Cornell University, gives insight.
Airline controversy: Reading lesson mid-flight?
A mid-air confrontation on a fully packed evening flight is sparking a debate on Reddit over airplane etiquette.
A mid-air confrontation on a fully packed evening flight is sparking a debate on Reddit over airplane etiquette.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
Sneak peak into 'Terror Vault' in San Francisco
Take a sneak peak inside the Terror Vault at the San Francisco Mint.
Take a sneak peak inside the Terror Vault at the San Francisco Mint.
‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Judge orders White House access to be restored for media outlets
A federal judge has ordered for CNN, MS Now and Politico to have access to the white house after President Trump banned them. Hamline University Professor David Schultz explains what could happen next.
A federal judge has ordered for CNN, MS Now and Politico to have access to the white house after President Trump banned them. Hamline University Professor David Schultz explains what could happen next.
Watch: Suspect in suspicious ATM activity tosses $6,000 out truck window during police pursuit
A police pursuit of a man wanted for suspicious ATM activity in Texas came to an end when officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop after the suspect tossed $6,000 out of the pickup truck he was driving.
A police pursuit of a man wanted for suspicious ATM activity in Texas came to an end when officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop after the suspect tossed $6,000 out of the pickup truck he was driving.
Chrysler recalls nearly 240K Ram 1500 trucks for rearview camera problem
Chrysler is recalling nearly a quarter-million Ram 1500 pickup trucks because of a potential problem with their rearview camera system.
Chrysler is recalling nearly a quarter-million Ram 1500 pickup trucks because of a potential problem with their rearview camera system.
San Francisco Bay Ferry considers fare hikes, service cuts as diesel costs surge
The San Francisco Bay Ferry system is weighing fare increases and schedule changes as officials grapple with surging diesel fuel costs.
The San Francisco Bay Ferry system is weighing fare increases and schedule changes as officials grapple with surging diesel fuel costs.
Magic Flute in Marin County celebrating 50 years
Magic Flute in Marin County is celebrating 50 years. Michael Mitchell looks back at that half century.
Magic Flute in Marin County is celebrating 50 years. Michael Mitchell looks back at that half century.
Judge blocks Trump’s White House ban on CNN, MS NOW, Politico
A federal judge blocked President Donald Trump’s move to bar three news organizations from the White House complex, ordering officials to immediately restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
A federal judge blocked President Donald Trump’s move to bar three news organizations from the White House complex, ordering officials to immediately restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
Florida woman died after eating E coli-tainted frozen blueberries from Publix, lawsuit alleges
A Florida family is suing Publix and food distributor Quirch Foods, alleging contaminated frozen blueberries sold by the grocery chain caused the death of a woman and hospitalized her son.
A Florida family is suing Publix and food distributor Quirch Foods, alleging contaminated frozen blueberries sold by the grocery chain caused the death of a woman and hospitalized her son.