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I'm a Twitter power user. Threads isn’t cutting it (yet)

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

For years I've been a Twitter power user. Which is to say, I've posted multiple times most days, actively engaged with followers and made a conscious effort to increase my reach on the platform.You can now find me on Threads, the Twitter alternative cobbled together by Facebook parent Meta.It's not that I harbor a burning need to buddy up to Metameister Mark Zuckerberg. I don't much care for Facebook and seldom use Instagram.Like many Twitter users, though, I've found the platform increasingly unpleasant since Elon Musk acquired it for an insane $44 billion and proceeded to turn it into a playground for liars and bullies.Twitter is no longer a town square where information and opinions can be safely shared. It's now the internet's Mordor, where a Dark Lord is marshaling orcs and goblins to dominate all of Middle Earth.Which is to say, whatever fun that was once found on the platform is largely gone. Now you're constantly looking over your shoulder to see if trolls are converging on ...

Halloween fans can now purchase tickets for Knott's Scary Farm 50th anniversary

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

Knott’s Scary Farm will celebrate its 50th anniversary this Halloween season with new mazes and the return of fan-favorite scary experiences. Tickets for the event went on sale on Monday.The famous Halloween event will run on select nights in September and October, with its final night being Halloween. Disneyland sells out of Oogie Boogie Bash tickets on the first day This year, theme park officials announced that it would sell season passes for its famous event. Current season pass holders can purchase the “Scary Farm Season Pass Add-on” starting at $149, not including taxes and fees.Single-day admission tickets for the event start at $54.99 for pass holders and $59.99 for non-pass holders. The park is also offering an admission and meal ticket bundle for $74.99.Guests should remember that Knott’s Berry Farm’s chaperone policy will also be in effect for the after-dark Halloween event. Under the new policy, park guests who are 15 years old or younger must be accompanied by a chap...

Chick-fil-A to hire more than 100 employees at new Huntington Beach location

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

Popular fast food restaurant Chick-fil-A is looking for more than 100 people to join its staff ahead of a new franchise opening in Huntington Beach.The restaurant, located in a shopping center at the intersection of Goldenwest Street and Warner Avenue, is set to open later this summer. This is America’s favorite fast food place, according to a new study Blake Wohlgemuth, the store's owner, says the popular chicken sandwich restaurant is looking to hire dozens of team members for part-time and full-time jobs, including cooks, cashiers and managers.Over the next several weeks, the restaurant will be holding hiring events on-site every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday through Aug. 8. Applications are also being accepted online. In-N-Out Burger poised for major expansion Wohlgemuth, who also owns and operates another Chick-fil-A restaurant in Westminster, said anyone hired to work at the new location will have opportunity to advance and grown in their role.The company said it offers a ...

Back to School Guide for Moms

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

As the summer comes to an end, it’s time to gear up for the new school year with the latest and greatest products that will make going back to school an exciting and stylish experience for both kids and parents. From trendy backpacks to sustainable eyewear, we’ve rounded up a few must-have products that will elevate your back-to-school shopping to a whole new level. Get ready to ace the school year with these fantastic finds!1. Baggallini Backpacks – Functional and StylishStarting off our list is Baggallini’s collection of functional and stylish backpacks. Ideal for storing all the necessary school supplies, these backpacks are perfect for daily school use and even family travel during holiday breaks and summer vacations. With their trendy designs and ample storage space, your kids will be all set for a successful school year.My kids and I love Baggallini’s functional and stylish backpacks. Perfect for storing all our supplies for school and also for any fami...

Harnessing the Power of Data: The Journey of Data Engineering Expert Mahammed Shafi Shaik

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

In the ever-evolving realm of the tech industry, a few names are setting the standard for achievement. Required for their success is the ability to embody their expertise, passion for innovation, and desire to strive for excellence. One such name is Mahammed Shafi Shaik, a seasoned Data Engineer and thought leader, highly influential in the tech space, who showcases exceptional skills and expertise in data engineering. Shaik has held influential roles in prominent organizations like Meta, Citigroup, Sprint Telecom (now T-Mobile), and several startups in India, where he has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation.With experience spanning over 15 years in the tech industry,  Shaik‘s career speaks of several significant contributions and accomplishments. A notable achievement for Shaik was that he played a pivotal role in building the Anti-Money Laundering Product for Citigroup,  a project designed to identify money laundering transactions globally.The innovative solutio...

Man Dead, 5 Hospitalized after Head-On Motorcycle Crash on Highway 20 [Williams, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

24-Year-Old Rider Killed in Motorcycle Accident near Schaad RoadWILLIAMS, CA (July 24, 2023) – Late Thursday afternoon, a man was killed and five others were hurt in a motorcycle crash on Highway 20.The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m., near Schaad Road. Dispatchers responded to the scene after receiving multiple calls in the area.Per reports, the driver of a Honda van was heading east on the highway and veered into the westbound lanes in attempt to pass another vehicle. There, the Honda struck an oncoming 2012 BMW motorcycle head-on.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the 24-year-old male rider, from Seattle Washington dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics took five others to a nearby hospital for further treatment.Crews later described the injured victims as a 54-year-old man, a 53-year-old woman, a 14-year-old boy, a 4-year-old girl and a 75-year-old woman.At this time, an active investigation to determine further details is still currently under...

One Injured in Motorcycle Crash on V Street [Lompoc, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

Motorcycle Crash on V Street near Oak Avenue Left Rider HospitalizedLOMPOC, CA (July 24, 2023) – Saturday evening, a motorcycle crash on V Street left one man with significant injuries.The incident happened at around 6:07 p.m., near the intersection of North V Street and West Oak Avenue.According to reports, a vehicle and a motorcycle collided in the area. The impact of the collision caused the rider to sustain serious injuries.Emergency crews arrived shortly after and transported the rider to a local hospital for treatment.Following the crash, authorities closed down the areas surrounding the collision to performThousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautions.If you or a family member has suffered inju...

Maria Sercas Dead Following Pedestrian Collision on Irvine Boulevard [Irvine, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

Pedestrian Crash near Marketplace Left 87-Year-Old Woman DeadIRVINE, CA (July 24, 2023) – Saturday night, Maria Sercas died in a pedestrian versus auto accident on Irvine Boulevard.Officers responded to the crash around 7:45 p.m., just north of Marketplace.According to reports, a Jeep Wrangler struck 87-year-old Sercas in the roadway for reasons unknown. First responders arrived to provide aid but unfortunately pronounced Sercas dead at the scene.Moreover, the driver of the Jeep did stop to cooperate with authorities. Police do not suspect alcohol or drugs played a factor in the collision, however, an active investigation is currently underway.Meanwhile, a large portion of the roadway was closed to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Irvine Authorities will release additional information as it becomes available to the public.Sweet James sends out their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Maria Sercas. May the memories of your loved one and the love ...

San Jose State head trainer’s touching of breasts “completely inappropriate,” expert says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

SAN JOSE – Touching the breasts and nipples of former San Jose State female athletes while treating shoulder injuries was “completely inappropriate” and had no legitimate medical purpose, an expert witness testified Monday in the trial of the school’s former head athletic trainer.Over and over, as a federal prosecutor recounted last week’s testimony of former female athletes, Dr. Cindy Chang said there wasn’t any medical justification for Scott Shaw to cup the buttocks of a soccer player for back pain, connect groin to groin with a softball player during a hamstring stretch or massage her groin area for a hematoma on her shin. Chang, the former chief medical officer for UC Berkeley’s athletic program, agreed with prosecutors that Shaw never asked the young women for permission to touch sensitive areas, never offered a chaperone to be present, failed to document the treatment and rarely explained why he was touching them that way, like he should have.“It alarms me for the student ath...

Egghead Sando Cafe opens in Santa Clara, South San Jose

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:52 GMT

Egghead Sando Cafe, an egg sandwich spot that serves breakfast for lunch and lunch for breakfast, has doubled its South Bay presence to four locations.After launching in Cupertino and drawing lines of customers there, South Bay entrepreneurs Vinh Ha and Yi Ru Chen and general manager John Tang moved that operation in 2022 to new, larger digs on San Jose’s Capitol Expressway. Later in the year they opened in downtown San Jose on South First Street.The new restaurants are in Santa Clara and South San Jose. The former is located at 3957 Rivermark Plaza. The latter, 6201 Santa Teresa Blvd., takes over the space formerly occupied by a small McDonald’s franchise.Cage-free eggs are the stars of the menu. Fluffy ones in the Scramble, poached ones in the Eggy, over-medium ones in the Hawaiian Morning, the Chic and the Breakfast Burger. Playing a valuable supporting role is the warm brioche bun, a recipe developed by Chen and baked fresh in-house every morning.Related ArticlesRestaurant...