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Latest Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area news from reporters & columnists at The Mercury News. ( feed imported by https://press.coop )

Pentagon orders new interviews about Kabul airport attack

The decision, according to officials, does not reopen the administration's investigation into the deadly bombing and the withdrawal two years ago. But the additional interviews will likely be seized on by congressional critics, mostly Republican, as proof that the administration bungled the probe into the... #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/pentagon-orders-new-interviews-about-kabul-airport-attack/?utm_source=press.coop

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San Jose State Spartans look to keep rolling at Toledo before kicking off Mountain West play

“That kind of that high-level sustainability, that kind of consistency is something we're chasing here," SJSU head coach Brent Brennan said of the Toledo Rockets. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/san-jose-state-spartans-look-to-keep-rolling-at-toledo-before-kicking-off-mountain-west-play/?utm_source=press.coop

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Kurtenbach: Are Farhan Zaidi and Gabe Kapler a packaged deal for the SF Giants?

Both director of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi and manager Gabe Kapler are set to have lame-duck 2024 seasons. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/kurtenbach-are-farhan-zaidi-and-gabe-kapler-a-packaged-deal-for-the-sf-giants/?utm_source=press.coop

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Single family residence sells in Pleasanton for $1.5 million

A house located in the 2600 block of Corte Elena in Pleasanton has new owners. The 1,832-square-foot property, built in 1973, was sold on July 20, 2023, for $1,527,000, or $834 per square foot. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/single-family-residence-sells-in-pleasanton-for-1-5-million-2/?utm_source=press.coop

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Barrymore ‘deeply apologizes’ to the WGA after resuming show

Barrymore’s show drew protest from the union after announcing last weekend they would resume production without WGA writers contributing. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/barrymore-deeply-apologizes-to-the-wga-after-resuming-show/?utm_source=press.coop

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Friend being sentenced? Tips for writing better character letters than Asthon Kutcher and Mila Kunis

As the world knows, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis seriously bungled their assignment to write persuasive character letters on behalf of friend Danny Masterson, in the hopes of persuading a judge to not throw the book at him. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/friend-being-sentenced-tips-for-writing-better-character-letters-than-asthon-kutcher-and-mila-kunis/?utm_source=press.coop

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Warriors, seeking center depth, will reportedly meet with Dwight Howard

Howard, 37, played last season in Taiwan after 18 NBA seasons. #press

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Cisco, other tech companies chop Bay Area jobs in fresh layoffs

Cisco Systems has revealed plans to chop hundreds more Bay Area jobs. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/cisco-tech-san-jose-milpitas-job-cut-layoff-unemployment-edd-economy/?utm_source=press.coop

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Mailbag: Future schedules for the Four Corners schools, Pac-12 bylaws, MW dissolution, WSU ratings and more

Colorado, Utah, ASU and Arizona will want access to the L.A. market, but will the Big 12 comply? #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/mailbag-future-schedules-for-the-four-corners-schools-pac-12-bylaws-mw-dissolution-wsu-ratings-and-more/?utm_source=press.coop

Ask the Pediatrician: How can schools prepare for sudden cardiac arrest?

Sudden cardiac arrest is rare in young people. When it happens, it's often to young athletes during competition or practice. But sudden cardiac arrest can happen at any time to any young person, even if they aren't in sports. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/ask-the-pediatrician-how-can-schools-prepare-for-sudden-cardiac-arrest/?utm_source=press.coop

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49ers at Rams: 5 keys to winning once again at SoFi Stadium

For the 49ers to start 2-0 for the third time in five years, they'll have to win in the friendly confines of Los Angeles against a Rams team that still touts Aaron Donald and Matthew Stafford. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/49ers-at-rams-5-keys-to-winning-once-again-at-sofi-stadium/?utm_source=press.coop

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Apple iPhone 15 Pro deliveries slip to October in sign of demand

The iPhone 15 Pro Max in natural titanium appears to be the hottest seller so far, seeing the most limited remaining availability at stores. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/apple-iphone-15-pro-deliveries-slip-to-october-in-sign-of-demand/?utm_source=press.coop

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Stanford Crossing features new homes from top builders in Lathrop

A pirate-themed play area, ropes courses and climbing structures allow for imaginative playtime for children, while circuit training stations span an area of nearly 1 mile for teens and adults. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/stanford-crossing-features-new-homes-from-top-builders-in-lathrop/?utm_source=press.coop

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Mayo Clinic expert answers questions about the new COVID-19 vaccine

The new mRNA vaccines are formulated to better target variants that are currently circulating and will replace outdated vaccines. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/mayo-clinic-expert-answers-questions-about-the-new-covid-19-vaccine/?utm_source=press.coop

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New England, Canada prep for Hurricane Lee’s arrival

Ahead of Lee's arrival, a state of emergency was declared for Maine and President Joe Biden granted a disaster declaration requested by Maine Gov. Janet Mills to ensure access to federal resources. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/new-england-canada-prep-for-hurricane-lees-arrival/?utm_source=press.coop

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Get burgers for as little as 1 cent on National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18

Fast food chains and casual restaurants get on board for National Cheeseburger Day, including Wendy's, McDonald's and Farmer Boys. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/get-burgers-for-as-little-as-1-cent-on-national-cheeseburger-day-on-sept-18/?utm_source=press.coop

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Sale closed in Danville: $1.9 million for a four-bedroom home

The spacious property located in the 200 block of Heather Place in Danville was sold on Aug. 14, 2023. The $1,930,000 purchase price works out to $705 per square foot. The house, built in 1978, has an interior space of 2,738 square feet. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/sale-closed-in-danville-1-9-million-for-a-four-bedroom-home-2-2/?utm_source=press.coop

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Texas Senate begin deliberations at Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial

By PAUL J. WEBER, JIM VERTUNO and JAKE BLEIBERG (Associated Press) AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas Senate on Friday began deliberating whether impeached Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton should be removed from office over corruption... #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/texas-senate-begin-deliberations-at-republican-attorney-general-ken-paxtons-impeachment-trial/?utm_source=press.coop

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Pruneyard Cinemas going all in on Martin Scorsese film fest

The five-week celebration includes screenings of "Casino," "GoodFellas" and "The Last Waltz," leading up to the release of the famed director's new film, "Killers of the Flower Moon." #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/pruneyard-cinemas-going-all-in-on-martin-scorsese-film-fest/?utm_source=press.coop

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San Mateo: Man arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting woman at gunpoint

The man allegedly threatened to post nude photos of the victim online, then brandished a gun and demanded sex acts when she met with him. #press

https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/09/15/san-mateo-man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-sexually-assaulting-woman-at-gunpoint/?utm_source=press.coop

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