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Bat infected with rabies found in Orange County

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

A bat found near the Irvine Regional Park in Orange County has tested positive for rabies, officials with the Orange County Health Care Agency announced Wednesday.The bat was found east of parking lot W at the community park on 1 Irvine Park Road in Orange on Oct. 21 at about 2 p.m.Rabies can be found in an animal’s saliva and transmitted to people if the infected animal bites them. Humans can also get the virus if silva from an infected animal contacts one’s eyes, mouth, or an open wound., a news release said. The pallid bat is California’s newest state symbol: Here’s what makes it special The first symptoms of rabies are similar to the flu and can include weakness, discomfort, fever, or headaches, according to the Centers for Disease Control.Discomfort, itching, or prickling may also occur near the bite site. Symptoms can also progress to cerebral dysfunction, anxiety, confusion, and agitation.Anyone who may have had physical contact with the bat or knows someone who has is enco...

EDNA: Unlocking the Power of Your Genetic Code

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

In recent years, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding genetic testing and whole genome sequencing as scientists continue to use these tools to collect the necessary data for medical breakthroughs and individualized healthcare. With so much information to be gathered, EDNA, Inc. offers groundbreaking solutions that empower individuals with their own genetic information. At the heart of their product suite is “DNA Advantage,” a game-changing platform that provides consumers with comprehensive genome sequencing and enables them to leverage the true value of their genetic data.EDNA’s DNA Advantage is a comprehensive solution comprised of sub-products, among which “Avalon” takes center stage. This cutting-edge technology is not just another genetic testing kit—it’s a state-of-the-art whole genome sequencing platform that offers unprecedented insights into your DNA. Avalon’s ability to fill in over 150 million previously unknown base pairs in ...

Crawford Collins: The Social Media Influencer Who Keeps Reinventing Himself

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

In the Wild West of social media, Crawford Collins has carved out a name for himself as an influencer who knows how to engage his audience and adapt. Having spent over a decade online, Collins boasts an impressive resume spanning viral videos, reality TV victories, massive streaming numbers, and star-studded collaborations.Collins‘ journey began in the early days of Facebook, where the savvy 9-year-old started posting content. He quickly realized the potential of online platforms and decided to dive headfirst into this new frontier. When Vine launched in 2013, Collins immediately recognized its potential for bite-sized viral videos. He became one of the app’s top creators, amassing millions of followers and views.While continuing to explore each new emerging platform, Collins joined Instagram and Musical.ly during their nascent stages. His instincts proved correct again as he accumulated millions of engaged followers across these new apps. Collins had a knack for identif...

Cyclist Injured in Hit-and-Run Bicycle Crash on Zuni Road [Albuquerque, NM]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

One Hospitalized after Bicycle Accident near Kentucky StreetALBUQUERQUE, NM (October 25, 2023) – A cyclist was hospitalized following a hit-and-run bicycle collision that took place on Zuni Road on Sunday evening. The incident unfolded at approximately 8:00 p.m. near Kentucky Street on October 15th.According to the Albuquerque Police Department, a bicyclist was struck by an eastbound Ford pickup truck while attempting to cross Zuni Road. The cyclist sustained severe injuries and was promptly transported to UNM Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition.Meanwhile, the driver of the Ford fled the scene before authorities arrived. Preliminary investigations indicated that the vehicle in question was a gray or charcoal Ford F-250, possibly a 2020 model, with front-end damage. The driver was last seen heading east on Zuni Road and then north on Louisiana Boulevard.An active investigation is currently underway to gather further information, and additional details will be pr...

Taryn Southern: Bringing Humanity to AI

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

Navigating the Digital AgeThe dawn of the 21st century has witnessed a whirlwind of technological advances, reshaping many industries, including music. Within these evolving landscapes, some artists have seamlessly integrated new technologies into their craft, transcending traditional boundaries. At the intersection of innovation and possibility, we find Taryn Southern – not just a musician but a visionary artist and storyteller. As we peel back the layers of her multifaceted career, we uncover a story that begins on YouTube….traverses through the world of AI-generated music and neurotech….and lands more recently, in a world of personalized health and wellbeing.The AI Music RevolutionOnce relegated to the realms of science fiction, AI now sits at the heart of a contentious debate within the music industry. Tracks such as  “Heart on My Sleeve,” originally said to be by mega artists like Drake and The Weeknd, captured the world’s attention in 2023, but only later did we di...

White House welcomes Australian leader for state dinner

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

By Darlene Superville and Fatima Hussein | Associated PressWASHINGTON — The White House took the pizazz down a notch for Wednesday’s state dinner, but more than 300 guests from politics, business, government and beyond turned out to celebrate close U.S. ties to ally Australia while striking a measured tone in a time of death and suffering in the Middle East.The celebrity quotient was lower than usual for the fourth state dinner of President Joe Biden’s term, but actor John Leguizamo was happy to represent Hollywood and guessed that he’d snagged an invite because of all his work helping to elect the president.As for what legislator he’d most like to be cast as, Leguizamo thought for a minute and declared “Schumer” — as in Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York — and joked he might get a chance to talk it over with the lawmaker during the dinner.The gowns were more muted for this fall soiree than the eye-popping colors prominent at the sta...

Single-family home in Piedmont sells for $2.2 million

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

111 Monticello Avenue – Google Street ViewA spacious historic house located in the 100 block of Monticello Avenue in Piedmont has new owners. The 2,699-square-foot property, built in 1926, was sold on Sept. 21, 2023. The $2,200,000 purchase price works out to $815 per square foot. This two-story home offers a roomy layout with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Additionally, the house comes with a garage.Additional houses have recently been sold nearby:A 2,264-square-foot home on the 100 block of Monticello Avenue in Piedmont sold in November 2022, for $2,100,000, a price per square foot of $928. The home has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.In June 2022, a 2,254-square-foot home on Arroyo Avenue in Piedmont sold for $3,828,000, a price per square foot of $1,698. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Moraga Avenue, Piedmont, in July 2022, a 1,074-square-foot home was sold for $1,400,000, a price per square foot of $1,304. The home has 4 bedrooms 1 bathroom. 

Letters: Gaza cease-fire | Super drugs | Plenty of guilt | Caring community

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Gaza cease-fireneeded to save livesI’m writing to ask that you do everything in your power to help stop a genocide in Gaza that is unfolding in front of our eyes. I can’t imagine what it must be like to be living through it, fearful every minute might be your last and seeing multiple generations of family lines being murdered and erased from their ancestral land.People in Gaza are literally pleading for their lives to the international community to do anything we can to stop this. I am urging you to stand on the right side of history and call for an immediate cease-fire.Sonja Goetsch-AvilaOaklandU.S. should supportmarket for super drugsRe: “Broken drug market hinders battle to contain superbugs” (Page A6, Oct. 19).The problem of antimicrobial resistance and the high toll infections with these superbugs take on us is incredibly important and unfortunately not reported on nearly eno...

Surfboard-stealing otter of Santa Cruz appears with tiny pup

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

Monterey Bay’s most notorious marauding marine mammal has surfaced — with a furry little copy of itself.The Santa Cruz sea otter that shot to fame after photos spread worldwide of it stealing and riding on surfers’ boards has been photographed with a tiny newborn pup at its side.Otter 841, with its distinctive blue tag from former captivity, was spotted Tuesday with a miniature version of itself at the same iconic surfing spot where it perpetrated mayhem on the waves this summer, and for months evaded capture by authorities deploying boats, nets, cages and scuba divers.San Jose State University environmental studies professor and Santa Cruz resident Dustin Mulvaney, who has made a hobby out of spotting and photographing Otter 841, stopped by Lighthouse Point and the Steamer Lane surf break Tuesday and saw the animal, then noticed it was not alone. “I was like, ‘That looks like two otters,'” Mulvaney said Wednesday during a visit to the same locati...

Dusty Baker announces retirement after 26 seasons as MLB manager

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:28 GMT

By KRISTIE RIEKEN (AP Sports Writer)HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has retired as manager of the Houston Astros, ending an illustrious 26-year career as a big league skipper highlighted by a World Series win last season.Baker broke the news in an interview with USA Today.“I’m very grateful and thankful to (owner) Jim Crane and the Houston Astros for giving me this opportunity, and to win a championship,’’ Baker told the newspaper. “I felt like they’ve been good for me, and I’ve been good for them.“What I really appreciate is that Jim has been totally honest and transparent with me on all things.’’Baker told the newspaper that he’d like to move into an advisory role in baseball, either with the Astros or a team closer to his Northern California home.“I’ve still got a lot to offer; baseball has been my life,’’ said Baker. “I have a lifetime of knowledge, much more than those who have never played the game.’’Messages were left by the AP seeking comment from the 74-year-old Baker.The Astros...