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hackersera: A Game-Changer in the Automotive Industry’s Battle Against Cyber Threats

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

In today’s world, technology has made its way into almost every aspect of our lives. The automotive industry is no exception, with vehicles now being more connected and digitally advanced than ever before. While this has brought a range of benefits, such as improved safety and efficiency, it has also raised serious concerns over cybersecurity. With the number of cyber-attacks on vehicles increasing, it is imperative for the industry to take action and secure their vehicles from these potential threats.This is where HackersEra comes in. Founded in India, HackersEra is the India’s first automotive cybersecurity company that provides end-to-end cybersecurity services for vehicles. The company’s mission is to secure connected vehicles from potential cyber threats and ensure that they operate smoothly and securely.With the rise of connected vehicles, cybersecurity has become a significant concern for the automotive industry. HackersEra’s team of experienced cybersecurit...

How Profitable Tradie is Helping Service-Based Business Owners Unlock Time, Freedom, and Profit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

The service-based industry has been experiencing significant changes in recent years due to advancements in technology and a shift in consumer behavior. As a result, service-based business owners are facing new challenges that require innovative solutions to stay ahead of the competition. According to a recent survey by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), small business owners reported that finding qualified workers is their most significant challenge. This is where Profitable Tradie comes in, offering consulting services to service-based business owners to help them overcome these challenges.Tony Fraser-Jones, founder of Profitable Tradie, notes, “Service-based businesses are facing an increasing demand for skilled labor and the need to keep up with the rapid pace of technology. It’s a constant struggle to find qualified workers and keep up with the competition, which is why we help service-based business owners unlock their time, freedom, and profit...

5 Essential Tips for Choosing an Assisted Living Facility in Los Angeles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

As an adult, affording the care your aging parents need can be a challenge. With dozens of options for assisted living facilities in Los Angeles to choose from, it can be overwhelming to make the right selection. When selecting an assisted living facility for seniors, health, quality of life and safety are all of major importance. While the range of services between different locations may vary greatly, there are some essential tips you should keep in mind when making this important decision — read on to find out five key elements you shouldn’t overlook during the search process!Research different assisted living facilities in the LA area and create a short list of ones that meet your needsFinding the perfect assisted living facility in Los Angeles can feel overwhelming, but with a little research it’s easier than you think! Taking the time to narrow down your needs and preferences before diving in will help streamline the process. First, consider your budget and location pref...

It’s the Gothiest Time of the Year: Our Cruel World Pre-Game Picks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

Somebody decided that Monday, May 22 is “World Goth Day,” and by design or destiny, it seems like all of L.A. is preparing with a host of events.  From witchy burlesque to post-punk themed photo shows to dark dance-o-ramas, it all culminates with the long-awaited return of the Cruel World Festival at Brookside Golf Course this Saturday, and is followed up by The Cure’s slew of Hollywood Bowl dates next week.We know a lot of dark-minded souls hate the G word, so take our use of it here with a grain of (black) salt. Even Siouxsie Sioux herself, whom we interviewed back in ’98, told us she thought the word and the fashion-minded scene that it’s come to represent felt “pantomime. ” Sisters of Mercy’s Andrew Eldritch echoed the sentiments to our Music Brett Callwood  (read it in his cover story, out this Thursday).Read our 2019 cover story, “City of (Dark) Angels: How L.A. Helped Birth Goth and Is Keeping the Culture Alive,” here. But L.A.’s long...

Oakland woman sentenced to probation for killing husband in DUI crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

OAKLAND — A 63-year-old woman was sentenced to two years probation after pleading no contest to crashing her car in 2016 and killing her husband, who was riding in the passenger seat, court records show.Twyla Johnson, of Oakland, was sentenced to 98 days in jail — with full credit for time served — along with the two-year probation term. In February she pleaded no contest to vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, a felony, and was formally sentenced in April.Police say that on Nov. 25, 2016, Johnson was driving in Oakland with her husband, 61-year-old Donald Brooks, when their vehicle struck a PG&E pole on the 9600 block of Empire Road. She was identified as the driver, and a toxicology report showed her blood alcohol level was roughly twice the legal limit, according to court records.Brooks died at a nearby hospital the following day. Johnson was arrested and charged in 2017, and spent 49 days in custody before her release, according to court records.

Lobster tacos, loaded mac & cheese and other Black Restaurant Week specials

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

Lobster tacos, vegan curry chicken and rice and peas, loaded mac and cheese with smoked Gouda, crab and crawfish – you know you’re going to be eating well at Black Restaurant Week in the Bay Area.This year, the national event is being celebrated around the Bay by dozens of restaurants, bakeries, pop-ups, food trucks and virtual kitchens. It runs from May 19 through May 28, and if you’re wondering what it’s all about, here’s some info from the Atlanta-based founders:“The odds are continuously stacked against Black-owned culinary businesses and their survival is still in jeopardy as they face constant economic downturns due to recovering from the pandemic while currently coping with inflation. Less than 20 percent of U.S. employer businesses are minority-owned, according to the U.S. Census Bureau….“The mission: feed and fuel the cultural famine – especially with an emphasis on reviving and saving the Black restaurant industry during the COVID-...

Single-family house in Piedmont sells for $3.5 million

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

245 Hillside Avenue – Google Street ViewThe spacious historic property located in the 200 block of Hillside Avenue in Piedmont was sold on April 4, 2023. The $3,450,000 purchase price works out to $1,078 per square foot. The house, built in 1909, has an interior space of 3,199 square feet. The property features five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a garage sits on a 7,600-square-foot lot.Additional houses that have recently changed hands close by include:A 3,057-square-foot home on the 200 block of Hillside Avenue in Piedmont sold in July 2022, for $3,925,000, a price per square foot of $1,284. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In November 2022, a 1,642-square-foot home on El Cerrito Avenue in Piedmont sold for $1,725,000, a price per square foot of $1,051. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Magnolia Avenue, Oakland, in July 2022, a 2,062-square-foot home was sold for $1,740,000, a price per square foot of $844. 

15-month-old child struck by gunfire during attempted robbery in Oakland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

(KRON) -- A 15-month-old child was struck by gunfire during an attempted robbery in Oakland Tuesday afternoon, according to the Oakland Police Department. The incident occurred on the 800 block Trestle Glen Road near Lakeshore just before 11 a.m. Man who fell off pier near SF Presidio transported to hospital in critical condition When officers arrived on the scene, they learned that two individuals approached the victim and the child, demanding the victim's belongings. One of the individuals had a firearm.The firearm was discharged during the incident and the child suffered shrapnel injuries, police said. First responders and paramedics with the Oakland Fire Department responded and treated the child. The child was taken to a local hospital for additional treatment and is reportedly in stable condition. An investigation into the incident is active, police said.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Two Bay Area students declared co-champions at state spelling bee

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

(KRON) -- After three hours of spelling, two Santa Clara County junior high school students were named as co-champions of the 2023 California State Spelling Bee, and earned spots to compete in the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee.Eighth-grader Vikrant Chintanaboina from Discovery Charter School - Falcon Campus, and seventh-grader Shradha Rachamreddy from BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Upper School, became co-champions last weekend. Judges declared Rachamreddy, 13, and Chintanaboina, 14, as winners after exhausting an extensive list of words at the state's spelling bee championship held in Stockton. The two super spellers out-spelled 41 stellar students from counties across the state.Shradha Rachamreddy is seen competing at the 2022 Scripps National Spelling Bee, in Oxon Hill, Md., on May 31, 2022. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)“A big congratulations to them both for their determination and dedication to challenging their competitors and themselves," said County Superintendent of ...

MATCHDAY: Man City hosts Real Madrid in Champions League semifinals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:19:32 GMT

A look at what’s happening in European soccer on Wednesday:CHAMPIONS LEAGUEArguably the two best teams in Europe face each other in the second leg of the Champions League semifinals when Manchester City hosts Real Madrid at Etihad Stadium on Wednesday. The repeat of last year’s semifinal is tied at 1-1 after the first leg in Madrid. Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti will once again go head-to-head, with City having a score to settle after losing in dramatic circumstances last season. City led 5-3 on aggregate going into the 90th minute of the second leg at Bernabeu Stadium, but went on to lose 6-5 after extra time. Guardiola is trying to win the Champions League for the first time as City manager, while Madrid can win it for a record-extending 15th time.ENGLANDMiddlesbrough hosts Coventry at Riverside Stadium in the second leg of the Championship playoffs semifinals. The first leg on Sunday ended in a 0-0 draw. ___More AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitt...