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Sober Companion – How to Pick The Right One for You?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

There’s no linear path toward successful substance abuse recovery. Just like your decision to detox and get sober is a step forward, you will also face setbacks, stumble, and endure struggles while striving to stay sober. You don’t have to fight this alone — the right support can make your battle for sobriety more manageable. A sober companion plays a vital role in this support system, offering unwavering companionship and guidance to help you maintain your commitment to staying sober. But how do you pick the right sober companion for you?One name stands out for its remarkable sober companion service – Taylor Wilson. His stellar reputation in the sober community is the result of years of experience and countless awards for helping individuals maintain sobriety. Reach out to Taylor Wilson at Active Recovery Companions and if you or a loved one is seeking a sober companion or other recovery services.Phone: (800) 798-7713Email: [email protected]:...

The Best Nuru Massage in Las Vegas, Nevada

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

America’s Sin City is full of surprises, and if you’re here for a wild weekend with your friends or even just by yourself, all that gambling, partying, and indulgence will take a toll on your body. That’s why it’s important to unwind and take a break with some well-deserved sensual massage.What if we told you there’s a better way to reap the benefits of sensual massage than what you get from any sleazy massage parlor? A Nuru massage is probably one of the best fully sensual massages you’ll ever experience in Las Vegas! Curious to find out what that is? Continue reading and learn more about this special erotic massage that’s been mastered and perfected under Nuru Body Slide by Ayelisa!Nuru Body Slide by AyelisaNuru Body Slide by Ayelisa is a specialized Japanese nuru massage experience that’s been perfected for years by master masseuse Ayelisa. Learning the erotic massage technique from Japan, she has incorporated her unique take on the...

Apple is so big, it’s almost eclipsing the value of Europe’s largest stock market

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

By Subrat Patnaik and Michael Msika | BloombergThe rally in Apple Inc., the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, is showing no signs of easing. After closing at a record high on Wednesday, the iPhone maker’s market value is approaching that of Europe’s largest stock market: France.The combined market value of companies listed in Paris was about $3.2 trillion as of Wednesday’s close, versus the technology giant’s $3.1 trillion, according to an index compiled by Bloomberg. Apple is bigger than all but the six largest stock markets in the world.It’s not the first time the Cupertino, California-based company eclipsed Paris in value. The duo swapped positions a number of times during last year’s second-half selloff as central banks raised interest rates to tackle inflation.The French stock market itself is at a record high this week, propelled by luxury-goods companies including Louis Vuitton owner LVMH and Birkin bag manufacturer Hermes International SCA. The stocks pulled bac...

Earliest version of Mickey Mouse set to become public domain in 2024, along with Minnie Mouse and Tigger too

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

By ANDREW DALTON | AP Entertainment WriterLOS ANGELES — M-I-C-K-E-Y will soon belong to you and me.Walt Disney, creator of Mickey Mouse, poses for a photo at the Pancoast Hotel, Aug. 13, 1941, in Miami, Fla. The earliest version of Disney’s most famous character, Mickey Mouse, and arguably the most iconic character in American pop culture, will become public domain on Jan. 1, 2024. (AP Photo, File) With several asterisks, qualification and caveats, Mickey Mouse in his earliest form will be the leader of the band of characters, films and books that will become public domain as the year turns to 2024.In a moment many close observers thought might never come, at least one version of the quintessential piece of intellectual property and perhaps the most iconic character in American pop culture will be free from Disney’s copyright as his first screen release, the 1928 short “Steamboat Willie,” featuring both Mickey and Minnie Mouse, becomes available for public use.“This is it. This...

Oakland: Irish pub Slainte rises to pour again; Friday is reopening day

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

The Irish whiskey will flow again, starting Friday.After making the “heartbreaking decision” to shut down her Slainte Pub & Grub at the end of October, chef-owner Jackie Gallanagh announced Wednesday that she’s able to reopen the Oakland business.“A few of our oldest friends (and former employees) have joined together to bring the pub back to life after we closed our doors,” she wrote on her website and social media. “We will reopen on Friday, Dec. 15, at 5 p.m. and the live Irish music we’re famous for starts at 6 p.m. to help us celebrate.”Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | Christmas 2023: These restaurants are selling take-home feasts Restaurants, Food and Drink | 7 awesome Bay Area things to do this weekend Restaurants, Food and Drink | Share the Spirit: How to succeed in small business — meet the organization that helps make it happen Restaurants, Food and Drink | ...

Christmas 2023: These restaurants are selling take-home feasts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | Irish pub Slainte rises to pour again in Oakland; Friday is reopening day Restaurants, Food and Drink | 7 awesome Bay Area things to do this weekend Restaurants, Food and Drink | Share the Spirit: How to succeed in small business — meet the organization that helps make it happen Restaurants, Food and Drink | Russell: Americans are torn about the new tipping culture Restaurants, Food and Drink | San Jose’s Downtown Food Hall’s first mystery restaurant tenants coming to light Most restaurants will be closed on Christmas Day, which falls on a Monday this year, but some chains are offering take-home feasts with turkey, ham or prime rib throughout the holiday season.Most of the meals are heat-and-serve and will require two to three hours for preparation as well as ordering in advance. Check with the restaurant chains on their requirements.Claim J...

New California laws bring changes to housing in 2024

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

(KRON) -- With the new year comes new changes involving housing in California. Governor Gavin Newsom signed several bills into law this year that will go into effect starting Jan. 1, 2024. Some bring changes to the workplace, others to the state's official symbols. Here are five impacting housing that you'll want to be aware of:Security depositsTenants will no longer have to fork over several month's rent as a security deposit. A new bill caps the amount a landlord can charge to one month's rent.Evictions based on alleged criminal activityTenants will not be able to be evicted based on calls to law enforcement, suspected criminal activity or other alleged nuisance activity. No-fault just cause evictionsEffective April 1, 2024, landlords will have a harder time evicting tenants under the no-fault just cause policy. The current policy allows landlords to remove a tenant if the landlord or landlord's family members wants to move in. The new law will require the family to move in w...

Retail sales rise 0.3% in November as Americans hit gas rather than brakes on spending

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans picked up their spending from October to November unexpectedly as the unofficial holiday season kicked off, underscoring the power of shoppers despite elevated prices.Retail sales rose 0.3%, in November from October, when sales were down a revised 0.2% according to the Commerce Department on Thursday. Sales were expected to decline again in November due to a myriad of issues, including uncertainty over the economy. Excluding car and gas sales, sales rose 0.6%.As they have been doing for much of the year American consumers, a huge engine for economic growth in the U.S., hit the stores, shopped online or went out to restaurants. Business at restaurants rose 1.6%, while sales at furniture stores rose 0.9%. Online sales rose 1%. Business at clothing and accessories stores were up 0.6%. Electronic and appliance sales, however, fell 1.1% Sales at department stores fell 2.5%. The figures aren’t adjusted for inflation.The urge to spend for Americans appears to have...

Key leaders depart GM’s Cruise amid ongoing investigation into San Francisco accident

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Several key leaders at General Motors’ troubled autonomous vehicle unit are no longer with the company amid an ongoing investigation into an October accident involving one of its driverless cars. Cruise said late Wednesday that nine individuals departed following an initial analysis of the incident on Oct. 2 and the company response after a Cruise robotaxi ran over a pedestrian who had been hit by another vehicle driven by a human. The Cruise vehicle then pinned the pedestrian under one of its tires after coming to a stop. California regulators have alleged that Cruise covered up the severity of the October accident — which could result in a potential penalty of roughly $1.5 million. The robotaxi service is also being investigated by U.S. regulators after separate receiving reports of potential risks to pedestrians and passengers.The latest departures include leaders in from legal, government affairs, commercial operations and safety and systems teams, Cruise s...

El papa Francisco pide un tratado que regule la IA y advierte del riesgo de una “dictadura tecnológica”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:35:56 GMT

(CNN) — El papa Francisco pidió un tratado internacional para regular el uso de la inteligencia artificial (IA), advirtiendo del riesgo de que esta nueva tecnología provoque una “dictadura tecnológica” que amenace la paz y la democracia.El pontífice, de 86 años, quiere que los líderes mundiales acuerden un “tratado internacional vinculante” sobre la IA desarrollado dentro de un marco ético. Francisco hizo el llamado en su mensaje anual para el Día Mundial de la Paz que celebra la Iglesia católica cada 1 de enero.“La capacidad humana única para el juicio moral y la toma de decisiones éticas es más que una compleja colección de algoritmos, y esa capacidad no puede reducirse a programar una máquina, que por muy ‘inteligente’ que sea sigue siendo una máquina”, escribió Francisco.“Hay que plantearse una serie de preguntas urgentes. ¿Cuáles serán las consecuencias, a mediano y largo plazo, de estas nuevas tecnologías digitales? ¿...