In the latest saga of Mountain View’s four-year long battle with rent control, city officials have decided that landlords should be allowed to raise rents higher than the cap previously set. The Mountain View City Council on Tuesday night voted 5-2 to approve a March 2020 ballot measure with a range of amendments to the […]
How to retire early so you can work, travel, and relax on your own schedule
Retiring early takes time and incredible discipline. If you’re planning to retire early, you should aim to have at least 25 to 30 times your estimated annual expenses saved or invested, though that number may be lower or higher depending on the lifestyle you envision. Depending on how much you plan to spend annually, you’ll […]
‘Why won’t my PS4 connect to the internet?’: 5 ways to fix your system when it won’t get online
If your PS4 won’t connect to the internet, there are a number of possible causes, from network connectivity to cable or Wi-Fi issues. You should first ensure that your Wi-Fi network is working properly by testing other devices, and then troubleshoot the PS4’s connection. Try these five solutions to fix your problem and connect your […]
The Latest: Trump denies asking about investigations on call
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the House impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump (all times local): 5 p.m. President Donald Trump is denying he asked a U.S. ambassador about “investigations” in Ukraine a day after his call with that country’s president. The existence of the call was revealed Wednesday by William Taylor, the top […]
An unprecedented study suggests the Apple Watch can help detect heart problems. But very few people actually used it to do that. (AAPL)
At the beginning of the year, Apple CEO Tim Cook said his company’s “greatest contribution to mankind” would be in health. So, can the Apple Watch help spot heart problems? A study published Wednesday says yes. There are caveats. The study did not use the most recent Apple Watch, which has a special sensor designed […]
Prince William Goes Fashionably Daring in Green Velvet Blazer for Fall
Prince William is upping his fashion game (once again!) for a special cause. After visiting Centrepoint’s new location earlier in the day, the royal dad stepped out again on Wednesday evening for the organization’s 50th anniversary gala. He changed from his casual ensemble — a red quarter-zip hoodie and slacks — into a fashionable green […]
Lisa Vanderpump: I Quit Real Housewives Because I Hate Nasty Bishes!
While Lisa Vanderpump has talked s–t about her former castmates in her own special way, she’s been lerry of delving too deeply into why she quit. Until now, that is. In a new interview, Lisa discusses her departure from the franchise, saying: “I don’t have room in my life for nastiness.” In a new interview […]
Baker Mayfield asked Browns fans to be quieter after the noise caused brutal false start penalty
The Cleveland Browns scored their first home win of the season on Sunday, defeating the Buffalo Bills 19-16. Still, the win wasn’t perfect, and a brutal false start penalty in the waning seconds of the first half prompted Baker Mayfield to ask Browns fans to be quieter while the team is on offense. “We need […]
49ers Marquise Goodwin weighs in on Colin Kaepernick’s NFL workout
SANTA CLARA — Marquise Goodwin is “praying for the best” now that former 49ers teammate Colin Kaepernick can work out in front of an NFL-arranged audience Saturday in Atlanta. “That’s dope, man. That’s cool,” Goodwin said Wednesday at his 49ers locker. “I know for sure he wants to play ball.” Kaepernick’s last play in the […]
Elizabeth Warren puts more billionaires on blast, reportedly purchasing CNBC ad time to further push her wealth tax
Senator Elizabeth Warren is taking her squabble with opposing billionaires to TV by buying ad time for CNBC this week, a campaign aide told CNBC. The video is titled “Elizabeth Warren Stands Up to Billionaires,” and includes clips of investor Leon Cooperman, former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein, and others criticizing Warren’s proposed wealth tax. […]
A National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation-Inspired Ceramic Village Is Available Now on Amazon
A new National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation-inspired ceramic village is on the market this holiday season, and all we have to say is: “Hallelujah! Holy s—t! Where’s the Tylenol?” Fans of the Christmas comedy starring Chevy Chase can now bring the Griswold family off of their screens and into their homes with this hilarious set of […]
Newark considering controversial 469-home development at edge of Baylands
NEWARK — A long-brewing environmental battle over plans to build nearly 500 single-family homes on a large swath of property right next to Newark’s wetlands is coming to a head Thursday, when the City Council is to consider approving the massive development. Environmentalists and residents who believe the site is better suited for wetlands restoration […]