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Sam Altman adds ‘TBPN’ to OpenAI’s growing influence machine
2+ hour, 43+ min ago (455+ words) The podcast acquisition suggests that the next media barons might be AI labs. The tech bros" favorite tech-bro podcast has a new home." OpenAI has acquired "TBPN," the daily show where CEOs like Satya Nadella of Microsoft go to break…...
Caltrain riders will drive if service gets cut. They hate the idea
4+ hour, 35+ min ago (941+ words) One-third of stations could close, and there could be no trains after 9 p.m. and on weekends. Displaced riders would likely clog the freeways. BART and Muni have sounded the alarm for months about cutting service. Now, another voice has joined the…...
Steph Curry, Steve Kerr and the clearest signs about the Warriors’ future
14+ hour, 35+ min ago (1004+ words) The warmup act wildly upstaged the main show on Wednesday, and " if you really thought about it " actually set the mood for the rest of this escalating Warriors season. Stephen Curry was back swishing and sweating on the Chase Center…...
SF’s Dirt Alley is getting a makeover. You get to design it
9+ hour, 25+ min ago (376+ words) Take a part in reimagining this polarizing strip of property in the Outer Sunset. The new owners of Dirt Alley are asking San Francisco to help give it a long-overdue glow-up." The Standard has closely covered the story of the…...
Everyone wants to own a piece of the Bay Area’s new women’s sports franchise
14+ hour, 35+ min ago (572+ words) From Warriors head coach Steve Kerr to former athletes including Abby Wambach and Natalie Coughlin, LOVB San Francisco has more than 50 owners. San Francisco's newest women's pro sports team hasn't played a match yet, but the franchise is already assembling…...
Your guide to the best arts events in San Francisco this spring
14+ hour, 35+ min ago (807+ words) The city gets a burst of creativity from fairs, the buzziest museum parties, theatrical performances, and concerts. Many would describe the state of San Francisco's arts and culture scene as bleak. Gallery closures have mounted, and one was recently accused…...
The Empress’ new groove: Iconic Chinatown building gets sold
14+ hour, 35+ min ago (752+ words) The former home of the Empress of China restaurant was at the center of a decade-long dispute between a man and his community. One of the most recognizable buildings in San Francisco's Chinatown is set to be sold to a…...
Some call it bait fish. These chefs call it spring’s hottest catch
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (645+ words) The biggest spring awakening might be the tiny local anchovy. And there are only two guys fishing it. After decades in Northern California, I've been trained to read spring in a certain way: As soon as the tree petals confetti…...
The 15 best events in SF this week, from Bring Your Own Big Wheel to Hunky Jesus
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (396+ words) Plus, Easter egg hunts, an Asian Art Museum opening, a French food festival, and more. This month's party features a DJ set from Reggie Watts, plus pop-up bars, karaoke, and plenty of space to dance. Keep the fun going at…...
Tony Vitello, Logan Webb, and the trust that keyed a Giants win: ‘Showed his guts’
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (725+ words) The Giants" manager could have pulled his ace early on Tuesday. Instead, he let Webb settle in and the right-hander turned in a quality start in San Diego. SAN DIEGO " This is all a learning experience for Tony Vitello. The…...