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It’s all about the pumpkins at Silicon Valley nonprofits celebration

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

The Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits’ annual Be Our Guest luncheon has earned a reputation over the years as the premier fall networking event for that sector. Sometimes, though, I suspect the real reason hundreds of people show up every year isn’t to rub elbows with State Sen. Dave Cortese or PG&E Vice President Teresa Alvarado but to see what kind of pumpkin they brought.The luncheon’s pumpkin-decorating contest is an annual bounty of creativity by elected officials, nonprofit and business leaders, and this year’s outdoor event at Excite Ballpark was no exception. There were three jack o’lanterns with a “Barbie” theme, a couple of nods to the SAG-AFTRA strike in Hollywood, a blowfish with candy corn spines, a shiny “Steampumpkin” and even a replica of the San Jose City Hall rotunda made by the newshounds at San Jose Spotlight. Cortese and Alvarado didn’t disappoint, either: He brought a fun overalls-wearing Minion...

San Jose Sharks winless start: What should Mike Grier do now?

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

Most everyone within the San Jose Sharks organization knew this was going to be a difficult season. And once the Sharks got a closer look at this month’s schedule – with one playoff-caliber opponent lined up after another – there was little doubt that they were going to be hit hard with adversity.But this 0-7-1 start by the Sharks had to have surpassed anyone’s greatest fears.The Sharks have scored eight goals in eight games, tied for the third-fewest by any team since the center red line was introduced in 1943-44.They’ve been shut out in back-to-back games for the first time since Jan. 2014.They’re currently on their longest scoring drought — seven-and-half periods — in over 16 years.There are trust issues within the group.And no one quite knows when this will end, both the losing streak and this rebuild as a whole.So, what happens now?General manager Mike Grier has been transparent about where the Sharks are as an organization. No one was kidding themselves thinking th...

Eclipse lunar de octubre 2023: cuándo, a qué hora, dónde y cómo verlo

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

(CNN Español) — Este sábado 28 de octubre habrá un eclipse lunar parcial.Según la NASA, será visible en regiones de Europa, Asia, África y Australia. Esto es lo que sabemos sobre el fascinante fenómeno astronómico.En esta oportunidad, los residentes de las Américas no divisarán el eclipse.¿A qué hora será y cuánto durará el eclipse lunar parcial?De acuerdo con Earth Sky, el fenómeno astronómico se iniciará a las 6:01 p.m. UTC, tendrá su mayor punto de exposición a las 8:14 p.m. UTC y terminará a las 10:26 p.m. UTC.Aunque el fenómeno astronómico no se apreciará las Américas, aquí tienes el horario en el que ocurrirá en algunos países del continente:EE.UU.: Entre las 1:01 p.m. ET y las 5:26 p.m. ETColombia: Entre las 12:01 p.m. ET y 4:26 p.m. ETArgentina: Entre las 2:01 p.m. ET y las 6:26 p.m. ETMéxico: 11:01 a.m. y las 3:26 p.m. ETEl eclipse lunar tendrá una duración de 285 minutos de principio a fin. Mientras que la Luna estará en la sombra oscura de la Tierra solo durante 78 ...

Denver weather: Winter storm warning for the metro area today, tomorrow

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The Fox31 Weather team issued a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day today as temperatures plummet into the 20s over the weekend and snow moves into the metro area. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Denver metro area which will last until around noon tomorrow. Snow starts out this morning and will be light to begin with but heavy bands of snow are possible in the afternoon hours. Snow totals from 6-10 inches are possible, leading to dangerous travel conditions. If you have errands to run or have to get out and about, do it in the first half of today before the roads become dangerous. Arapahoe Basin first ski area to open for 2023 seasonWeather today: Snow and coldHere comes the snow! Snow has already started in the metro area and will come in waves this morning before the steady snowfall moves into the picture this afternoon. We're thinking around 6-10 inches are possible, with locally higher amounts west of town. I would not be surprised to see a couple of places wi...

Musk says Starlink will support connectivity to aid organizations in Gaza

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

Elon Musk said Saturday that Starlink would offer connectivity to “internationally recognized” aid groups in Gaza amid a communications blackout imposed by Israeli forces.In a series of separate posts on X, formerly known as Twitter, the multi-billionaire insisted that his satellite internet service could provide connectivity to the war-ravaged territory, but that a connection request had not yet been made.“SpaceX will support communication links with internationally recognized aid organizations,” as well as the UN, Musk pledged several times Saturday morning.Musk owns X, SpaceX and Starlink.The Israeli military imposed a total internet blackout in Gaza on Friday, cutting off most of the strip’s 2.3 million citizens from communicating with the rest of the world as Israel expanded its ground invasion of northern Gaza.Humanitarian aid groups denounced the blackout, warning that it could provide cover for human rights atrocities in Gaza.On Friday evening, Rep. Alexandria Ocas...

Rutte doesn’t rule out NATO post

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said today that he doesn’t rule out taking on the position of head of the NATO defense alliance.The post of NATO secretary-general is “very interesting,” Rutte said on Dutch radio on Saturday. Rutte, who plans to leave domestic politics after the Dutch election in November, following his government’s collapse in July, has previously said he wasn’t interested in taking on such a large international role as the NATO leader.But on Saturday, Rutte said being chief of the defense alliance would mean he “could still contribute.” Rutte, one of Europe’s longest-serving leaders, has been linked with a number of top jobs, including the NATO post. Jens Stoltenberg, who has been the head of NATO since 2014, over the summer agreed to stay on in the position until October 2024.

Summer today, reality tomorrow

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

It’s beautiful out there this morning! Enjoy the summerlike temperatures today, because temperatures tumble overnight. It’ll stay cooler and cloudy with showers tomorrow.Can you spot the cold front? Boston down to Houston is in the warm air mass. The frontal boundary is locking the colder air off to our west. The cold front moves southeast later today. We stay dry, and won’t notice the drop in temperatures until overnight and tomorrow. An area of low pressure will form and ride along the front bringing us rain tomorrow and Monday.It’s a 50/50 weekend. The bright start and mild overnights lows have been a great launching pad to get us into the upper 70s/low 80s. Overnight we fall into the upper 40s/low 50s. Target the morning hours tomorrow. We’re mainly dry with a few sprinkles. Showers arrive by midday/afternoon and linger the rest of the day. It’ll rain most of Monday, but clear out for Halloween. Temperatures will be much cooler in the upper 40...

Two people shot at Worcester State University, police investigate as university cancels all events

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

Two people were shot at Worcester State University early Saturday morning, according to Massachusetts State Police who are investigating as the university canceled all events for the day.Police responded to the double shooting at around 2:44 a.m. in the area of a parking garage.Worcester Police and Massachusetts State Police patrols responded to the scene near Wasylean Hall and Sheehan Hall. Two gunshot victims were transported to UMass Medical Center.Mass State Police initially reported that a suspect was taken into custody by Worcester Police. However, police later said it was premature to state that a suspect was in custody as police continued to investigate.The victims and alleged suspects are not students of Worcester State University, according to the Worcester DA’s Office. The shooting was the result of an altercation and was not an active shooter incident, police said.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Authorities release new image of Gardner man Aa...

Alex Caruso’s 3-pointer with 2.3 seconds left in OT gives Chicago Bulls a 104-103 win. 6 takeaways from the wild victory.

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

Alex Caruso delivered salvation for the Chicago Bulls on Friday night, lifting his team on both ends of the court in a 104-103 overtime victory for the team’s first win of the season.The night was defined by Caruso’s dogged pursuit of the ball. He racked up two steals and a block, drew five offensive fouls and snagged 13 rebounds — including six offensive boards. But in the final seconds of a convoluted and crazed game, it was Caruso’s poise with the ball in his hands that sealed the win.Zach LaVine grabbed a rebound with four seconds remaining in OT and a two-point deficit on the scoreboard. He tore off to the basket, bulldozing to the rim in signature form — but instead of taking the shot, he flipped the ball to Caruso in the corner.Caruso had made only one 3-pointer all night, but his ensuing shot with 2.3 seconds left was automatic.The bench stormed Caruso after the buzzer, ripping his signature sweatband off his head and dousing him with water.R...

Indonesian troops recover bodies of 6 workers missing after attack by Papua separatists

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:40:56 GMT

JAYAPURA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian security forces said Saturday they have recovered the bodies of six traditional gold mining workers who had been missing since a separatist attack at their camp in the restive Papua region almost two weeks ago.Gunmen stormed a gold panning camp in the Yahukimo district of Highland Papua province on Oct. 16, killing seven workers and setting fire to three excavators and two trucks, said Faizal Ramadhani, a national police member who heads the joint security force. Hours later, a two-hour shootout took place between members of the joint security forces of police and military and the rebels occupying the camp, Ramadhani said.The West Papua Liberation Army, the military wing of the Free Papua Organization, has claimed responsibility for the attack.Eleven workers who had hid in the jungle were rescued safely after Indonesian security forces cleared the camp. However, they only found one body, and the six other victims had been declared missing until ...