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Harnessing the Sun: The Inspiring Journey of Abe Issa

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

Abe Issa‘s story is not just a tale of entrepreneurial success; it’s a narrative that intertwines resilience, innovation, and a deep commitment to sustainable energy. Born in the early 1980s in Beirut, Issa’s early years were marked by the echoes of conflict and the challenges of growing up in a war-torn environment. These formative years, filled with uncertainty and adversity, laid the foundation for a life characterized by determination and a relentless pursuit of excellence.The streets of Beirut, resonant with the sounds of a city striving to maintain normalcy amidst chaos, were Issa’s first classroom. Here, he learned lessons of tenacity and the importance of seizing opportunity amidst hardship. These experiences, though harrowing, imbued him with a sense of purpose and a drive that would later become the hallmark of his professional life.As a young boy, Issa witnessed firsthand the impacts of limited resources and the importance of sustainable practices....

Igor Borovikov: The Proven Trailblazer in Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

In the evolving landscape of information technology, where change is the only constant, a figure emerges as a trailblazer, guiding enterprises through digital transformation. Igor Borovikov, the visionary behind Noventiq, stands at the forefront of this dynamic shift, leaving a lasting mark on the global stage of digital innovation and cybersecurity.Noventiq: A Global Force in Digital Transformation and CybersecurityAt the helm of Noventiq, a leading global solutions and services provider born out of Softline in 1993, Igor Borovikov has played a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of digital transformation. Noventiq’s presence in nearly 60 countries is a testament to Borovikov’s vision and leadership, significantly contributing to the global digital transformation trend. Noventiq’s influence extends beyond geographical boundaries, propelled by a collaborative network of partnerships with tech giants such as Microsoft, Dell Technologies, and Google Cloud. This st...

Letters: Stop glyphosate use | A’s site | Hamas in the way | Not at fault | Trans protections

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.San Jose should stopusing glyphosate poisonThe other day I went to a neighborhood park and witnessed something I find very troubling. City workers (perhaps contractors) were spraying poison around the shrubs and plants. This poison was glyphosate which is a possible carcinogen.There were warning signs posted advising people to avoid the sprayed areas. This is absurd. San Jose should not be using glyphosate-based products in any public spaces. What are they thinking? It’s bad enough that Valley Water sprays glyphosate products on county waterways, ostensibly to prevent vegetation growth that might interfere with flood control. Government agencies should not be using glyphosate-based products. Period.Quite frankly, Roundup and similar products should be banned nationwide. San Jose can stop using it on its own. It’s time to do so.Anthony StegmanSan JoseS.J. A’s site waitsfor developmentRe:...

Musk lashes out at advertisers fleeing troubled platform

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

By Nicole Goodkind | CNNElon Musk, in his first interview with mainstream media since his antisemitic post on X earlier this month, apologized Wednesday for what he called his “dumbest” ever social media post. But he lashed out at advertisers leaving his platform because of rising antisemitism on X.“I don’t want them to advertise,” he said at the New York Times DealBook Summit in New York. “If someone is going to blackmail me with advertising or money go f**k yourself. Go. F**k. Yourself,” he said. “Is that clear? Hey Bob, if you’re in the audience, that’s how I feel” he added, referring to Disney CEO Bob Iger, who spoke earlier at the summit on Wednesday.Musk made the remarks as the X CEO, Linda Yaccarino, sat in the audience. Yaccarino was brought into the company to woo back big-name advertisers.Musk also said he has no problem being hated. “Hate away,” he said. “There’s a real weakness to wanting to be liked.”Clad in a leather jacket, black jeans leather boots, and a necklace gi...

Correction: Wrong website on ‘Nutcracker’ roundup

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

In a story about “Nutcracker” performances offered in the Bay Area, the incorrect website was given for a “Nutcracker” production offered by Berkeley Ballet Theater and Post:Ballet on Dec. 1-3 at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center. The correct website address is www.berkeleyballet.org.The East Bay Times corrects all significant errors that are brought to attention of editors. If you believe we have made such an error, please send an email to [email protected].

Musk tells advertisers 'go f*** yourself', but apologizes for endorsing antisemitic tweet

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

(KRON) -- The New York Times held its annual DealBook summit on Wednesday, featuring a lineup of speakers that includes Kamala Harris, Bob Iger and Elon Musk. Musk, as is typical, made headlines with what he said. Musk has seen major companies pull their advertisements from X, formerly Twitter, after he endorsed an antisemitic tweet on Nov 15. At the Times' panel, he had some words for those advertisers. “If somebody's gonna try to blackmail me with advertising, blackmail me with money, go f*** yourself. Go f*** yourself. Is that clear? I hope it is,” the controversial Tesla CEO said. Nearly two dozen Bank of America branches closing across Bay Area Musk also directly told Disney CEO Bob Iger, who pulled advertising from X after the tweet, not to bring his advertisements back. The tweet that Musk endorsed said that Jewish communities have been pushing "hatred against whites." Musk responded to that tweet, "You have said the actual truth." At the NYT panel, Musk did apologize for ...

$7M settlement reached in case of Santa Rita Jail inmate who died in his cell

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

(KRON) -- The daughter and son of a man who lay dead or dying for several days in his cell at Santa Rita Jail without being attended to will be paid $7 million from Alameda County, according to the family's lawyer. Maurice Monk was found unresponsive in his cell on Nov. 15, 2021.He may have been dead for at least 72 hours prior to being discovered, according to Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price. Monk was arrested in October of 2021 following an altercation on an AC Transit bus over not wearing a mask.He was jailed after missing a court date because he was turned away at the door, according to the lawsuit. Oakland City Council meeting speakers accused of ‘supporting Hamas’ Bodycam footage from jail deputies cited by the Monk family's attorneys said Monk lay "face-down on his bunk, half naked, above a growing pool of urine and bodily fluids.""He lay in this position for several days as various deputies, standing at his cell door, dismissed his behavior as 'Monk being Mon...

SF residents warned about Vanilla gift card scam amid holiday shopping season

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- With the holiday shopping season in full swing, shoppers are also more vulnerable to scams. San Francisco residents are being warned about Vanilla gift card scams.SF City Attorney David Chiu announced in a press release he filed a lawsuit against the maker of Vanilla gift cards because of it is "insecure cardboard packaging" that leaves the cards susceptible to being tampered with. Chiu warns residents about "card draining," which is when a scammer takes a gift card off the shelf, tampers with the card and records the card's information. The scammer then places it back onto the shelf. A victim customer then legitimately purchases the gift card and loads money into it. The scammer then tracks when the card has been activated and uses the value of the card for themselves. Will San Francisco streets remain clean even after APEC? Vanilla gift cards can be used at any establishment that accepts Visa and/or Mastercard. United States consumers load more than half...

UMass-Lowell earns 80-74 win over Stonehill

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

SOUTH EASTON, Mass. (AP) — Ayinde Hikim scored 25 points as UMass-Lowell beat Stonehill 80-74 on Wednesday night.Hikim had seven assists and three steals for the River Hawks (5-1). Max Brooks scored 14 points and added nine rebounds and three blocks. Quinton Mincey was 3 of 8 shooting, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line to finish with 12 points.The Skyhawks (1-7) were led by Jackson Benigni, who recorded 21 points and two steals. Pano Pavlidis added 16 points, eight rebounds and two blocks for Stonehill. In addition, Tony Felder finished with 14 points. The loss is the sixth straight for the Skyhawks.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Republicanos evalúan votación sobre juicio político a Biden

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:50:41 GMT

WASHINGTON – Los republicanos en la Cámara de Representantes están considerando realizar el próximo mes una votación formal para autorizar una investigación de juicio político al presidente Joe Biden, en momentos en que el partido trata de legitimar un proceso que hasta ahora no ha producido ninguna prueba directa de ilegalidad alguna cometida por el mandatario.Líderes republicanos mencionaron la posibilidad de una votación en una reunión a puertas cerradas con legisladores del partido el miércoles en la mañana, según una fuente enterada de las deliberaciones que pidió no ser identificada.Las gestiones se dan en medio de un enfrentamiento con la Casa Blanca sobre pedidos de información relacionada con Biden y su familia.Los líderes republicanos desde hace mucho han dicho que una votación para esa investigación es innecesaria, pero están reconsiderando el tema mientras los abogados de la Casa Blanca usan la falta de autorización formal para argumentar que todo el proceso carece...