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SF's COVID response led to one of the lowest death rates among US cities, study finds

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

(BCN) -- San Francisco's response to the COVID-19 crisis resulted in one of the lowest coronavirus-related death tolls among U.S. metropolitan cities, a study has found. According to the study conducted by University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) researchers and the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH), the city implemented "one of the most intensive, inclusive and multi-pronged" COVID responses in the U.S., leading to one of the lowest fatality rates among U.S. cities across all ages and ethnicities. "Swift action informed by experience and data in San Francisco was critical to success," according to the study, which was published in the academic journal Public Health Reports. Police interrupt as Twitter logo taken down from SF headquarters The department noted the city implemented vigorous mitigation measures, such as asymptomatic testing of vulnerable populations, and enforcing of masking in public areas and stay-at-home orders.  The study also cited t...

As Actors Strike for AI Protections, Netflix Lists $900,000 AI Job

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

As Hollywood executives insist it is “just not realistic” to pay actors — 87 percent of whom earn less than $26,000 — more, they are spending lavishly on AI programs.While entertainment firms like Disney have declined to go into specifics about the nature of their investments in artificial intelligence, job postings and financial disclosures reviewed by The Intercept reveal new details about the extent of these companies’ embrace of the technology.In one case, Netflix is offering as much as $900,000 for a single AI product manager. Hollywood actors and writers unions are jointly striking this summer for the first time since 1960, calling for better wages and regulations on studios’ use of artificial intelligence.  Join Our Newsletter Original reporting. Fearless journalism. Delivered to you. I'm in Just after the actors’ strike was authorized, the Alliance...

Seattle looking to end franchise-worst nine-game losing streak

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Jewell Loyd has never been part of a losing streak like the one that Seattle is on right now. The Storm have dropped a franchise-record nine straight games heading into Tuesday night’s game at New York. Her rookie year Seattle lost five in a row — the longest one she’s been a part of prior to the current one.“It’s something that’s different,” Loyd said Monday after practice. “But as long as you’re trying to get better, long term that’s what I look at. … No one likes to lose and it’s not something that we love to do. No one on this team is OK with losing. ”This was always going to be a transition year for the Storm with the retirement of Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart leaving for the Liberty in free agency. The Storm have many new faces and Loyd and Coach Noelle Quinn both said that this team is well bonded off the court.“Our group is very tight with one and another,” Quinn said. “There hasn’t been funky attitudes. F...

Former Georgia OLB Anderson given 1-year sentence for sexual assaults of 2 women

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Former Georgia outside linebacker Adam Anderson is still hoping to have an opportunity for an NFL career after he was sentenced to one year in jail for the sexual assaults of two women in 2020 and 2021.An Athens-Clarke County Superior Court judge sentenced Anderson on Monday to two one-year terms to be served concurrently. Anderson was ordered to surrender to authorities by Saturday.Anderson, 23, originally faced felony charges, but they were reduced to misdemeanor sexual battery in a plea negotiation. He will serve the sentence at the Athens-Clarke County jail.Superior Court Judge Eric Norris accepted an Alford plea, in which a defendant does not admit guilt but acknowledges there is enough evidence for a conviction.“This plea allowed Adam to maintain his innocence in the eyes of the law,” his lawyer, Steve Sadow of Atlanta, said Tuesday in an email to The Associated Press. “Adam intends to pursue a career in pro football upon completion of his misdemeanor ...

The new-look NFL Pro Bowl is returning to Orlando, Florida in February

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The 2024 Pro Bowl Games are coming back to Orlando.The NFL announced Tuesday the reimagined Pro Bowl, which was held in central Florida four straight seasons between 2017-2020, will be played at Camping World Stadium on Feb. 4.The weeklong event features AFC vs. NFC stars competing in various skills challenges and culminates with a flag-football game. Peyton Manning and his brother, Eli, again will coach the two teams.Last year’s inaugural Pro Bowl Games in Las Vegas drew 6.4 million viewers and more than 58,000 in-person fans at Allegiant Stadium, up 16% from the previous year.“Building off the success from last year’s reinvented format that elevated flag football and introduced fun forms of competition and entertainment, we are thrilled to bring The 2024 Pro Bowl Games to Orlando,” said Peter O’Reilly, NFL executive vice president, club business and league events. “Hosting multiple Pro Bowls in years past, Orlando is a world-class destination and a favorite ge...

General Electric, 3M rise; Raytheon, iRobot fall: Tuesday, 7/25/2023

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Tuesday:Raytheon Technologies Corp. (RTX), down $12.83 to $84.18Accelerated inspections are needed for some of Raytheon’s Pratt & Whitney aircraft engines to look for a rare condition in powder metal. General Electric Co. (GE), up $6.36 to $116.61GE reported stronger profit for the spring than expected and raised its forecasts for full-year revenue and profits.3M Co. (MMM), up $5.17 to $109.44The maker of Scotch-Brite and Post-It notes raised its forecast for profits for the full year thanks in part to cost-cutting efforts. iRobot Corp. (IRBT), down $6.13 to $40.77The company accepted a lower buyout offer from Amazon. PulteGroup Inc. (PHM), up $4.79 to $83.32The homebuilder reported stronger profit for the spring than was expected. Packaging Corp. of America (PKG), up $14.27 to $152.94The company’s latest profit report blew past the forecasts of Wall Street analysts. Sherwin-Williams...

Eastbound I-70, Loveland Pass closed after crash

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Eastbound Interstate 70 was closed in the high country Tuesday because of a crash, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.The affected stretch was from Exit 203 (Silverthorne) to Exit 218 (8 miles west of Silver Plume), or Mile Points 205-217.5.U.S. 6 (Loveland Pass) was also closed. Drivers were experiencing major delays. No estimated time for reopening was given.Drivers were advised to use U.S. 40 or U.S. 285 as alternate routes.No further details about the crash were immediately released.

UPS reaches tentative contract with unionized workers, may dodge strike

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — UPS has reached a contract agreement with its 340,000-person strong union Tuesday, averting a strike that had the potential to disrupt logistics nationwide for businesses and households alike. The agreement was announced after UPS and the Teamsters came back to the negotiating table Tuesday to talk over remaining sticking points in the largest private-sector contract in North America. Both sides had already reached tentative agreement on a host of issues but remained at odds on things like pay for part-time workers who make up more than half of the UPS employees represented by the union. Colorado ranks 4th in nation for attracting high earners The Teamsters called the tentative agreement “historic” and “overwhelmingly lucrative” in a prepared statement. It includes, among other benefits, higher wages and air conditioning in delivery trucks. “Together we reached a win-win-win agreement on the issues that are important to Teamsters leadership, our employees and to U...

Rocky Mountain goat kid unexpectedly dies at Denver Zoo

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The Denver Zoo is mourning the unexpected loss of Salix, a Rocky Mountain goat kid.Salix died on Saturday, July 22, just a few days shy of turning 2 months old. He was born on May 30 to first-time parents Elbert and Magnolia.The Denver Zoo said animal care specialists noticed the kid behaving abnormally on Friday. Salix was chewing repetitively and was lethargic. After assessing Salix, he immediately started a supportive treatment while the team at the zoo waited for test results to determine what was wrong. Salix passed the next morning. Take a look inside the new Wild Animal Refuge in southern Colorado The zoo said it conducted a postmortem exam to determine Salix's cause of death, but the initial findings were nonspecific. A variety of other disease screening tests will be done to further understand what happened to the kid. Salix, a Rocky Mountain goat kid at the Denver Zoo, passed away unexpectedly on July 22. (Denver Zoo)Salix, a Rocky Mountain goat kid at th...

Denver-area rents down this summer from last year

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 10:13:03 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Rents are climbing month-over-month in the Denver metro, but they're still below the levels from last year.The Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metro area is still one of the more expensive rental markets in the U.S. Median rent is $1,984 for apartments, including studios, one-bedrooms and two-bedrooms, according to the June report from Realtor.com. It ranks between Seattle and Sacramento in terms of rental expense. 2023 is set to be the deadliest year on water "June 2023 marks the second year-over-year rent decline in a row for 0-2 bedroom properties (-1.0% Y/Y) observed since trend data began in 2020," the report reads. "The median asking rent in the 50 largest metros increased to $1,745, up by $7 from last month and down $31 from its July 2022 peak. Rent for one-bedrooms saw its first year-over-year decline in our data history, while smaller units saw rents increase."Denver's rent is among those that have declined most in the last year, dropping 2.9% since last summe...