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Space Tourists Announce Plan to Climb Out of SpaceX Spacecraft and Ghostride the Whip

SpaceX plans the first commercial spacewalk during the Polaris Dawn mission, a significant milestone in space exploration. [ more ]

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Black Man Found Hanged Near Bernal Heights Park, Case Currently Ruled a Suicide

There are more questions than answers surrounding the hanging death of 34-year-old Randy Dudley, preliminarily ruled a suicide by authorities. [ more ]

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China to launch ambitious mission to far side of the moon amid Nasa space race' concerns

China is launching the Chang'e-6 mission to the far side of the moon as part of its plan to put a human on the lunar surface by 2030. [ more ]

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China to launch moon sample return mission, maybe next week

China's upcoming mission aims to land on the Moon, collect samples, and return to Earth, with potential future plans for a Mars sample return mission. [ more ]

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Rocket Lab prepares for back-to-back launches for NASA

Rocket Lab is preparing for back-to-back missions for NASA from Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. [ more ]

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Mysterious 'Police Activity' Involves Swarm of Cops on SF's Sixth Street

A major police action occurred in a residential building on Sixth Street, causing widespread police presence and caution tape. [ more ]

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Revolutionary Internationalist May Day (Rally at 24th & Mission)

Advocating for revolution for a fundamentally different system and protesting against U.S./Israeli genocide of Palestinians and capitalism-imperialism. [ more ]

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Free Tix: "Laff Baked" Sunday Night Cannabis Comedy Show (2024)

Unique comedy show in San Francisco at Mission Cannabis Club where attendees can legally consume cannabis while enjoying the performance. [ more ]

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Free Tix: "Laff Baked" Sunday Night Cannabis Comedy Show (2024)

Enjoy comedy at Mission Cannabis Club in San Francisco with the unique opportunity to consume cannabis products during the show. [ more ]

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Free Tix: "Laff Baked" Sunday Night Cannabis Comedy Show (2024)

Enjoy a comedy show while legally consuming cannabis at San Francisco's Mission Cannabis Club. [ more ]

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SF's 2024 Youth Arts Summit

Annual Youth Arts Summit featuring 500+ youth artists in San Francisco. Free event on April 27, 2024, at Youth Arts Exchange Studios. [ more ]

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Free Tix: "Laff Baked" Sunday Night Cannabis Comedy Show (2024)

Experience comedy at Mission Cannabis Club in San Francisco, where guests can legally consume cannabis during the show. [ more ]

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May Day rally brings out hundreds to Mission in solidarity with Palestine

Workers at 24th and Mission plaza celebrated May Day, emphasizing solidarity with Palestine and denouncing Israel's military aid. [ more ]

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Bob Bakish Got Played Off to the Mission: Impossible Theme Song

Paramount Global announced the departure of CEO Bob Bakish amidst tension and played the Mission: Impossible theme song on loop during a short earnings call. [ more ]

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See how they run: A surprise brunch with Mark Farrell

Mark Farrell unveiled his housing platform at a dim sum restaurant, focusing on upzoning and streamlining building approvals with a lighthearted campaign approach. [ more ]

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The most contentious issues so far in our weekly District 9 "Meet the Candidates"

D9 supervisorial candidates have differing views on Valencia Street bike lane and Mission Street vending ban, highlighting community division and need for compromise. [ more ]

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New 'Second Saturdays' event coming to Mission Street

Soft-launch of 'Second Saturdays' campaign in Mission Street to revitalize the area with art walks and collaborations. [ more ]

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SpaceX reveals its first EVA suits for Polaris Dawn mission

SpaceX reveals first EVA suits for Polaris Dawn mission. [ more ]

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SpaceX launches yet another batch of Starlink satellites

SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Kennedy Space Center, bringing the total in space to 6,373. [ more ]

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Forbes

Council Post: Vision, Mission And Values: How They Differ And Why They Matter

Vision, mission, and values are crucial in shaping a company's brand DNA and should be aspirational and reflective of long-term goals. [ more ]

Mission Local

Celebrating a Capoeira Queen at San Francisco's Z Space

MÃ¡rcia Treidler, also known as Mestra MÃ¡rcia, has been a pioneering force in spreading capoeira globally and breaking barriers within the art form. [ more ]

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District 9 candidate Trevor Chandler says he is ready to shake things up

Candidate Chandler aims to change City Hall bureaucracy and push for basic income for street vendors. [ more ]

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Free Tix: "Laff Baked" Sunday Night Cannabis Comedy Show (2024)

Enjoy a cannabis-friendly comedy show at San Francisco's Mission Cannabis Club, featuring top local comics.

Free entry with RSVP, $25 minimum purchase required for cannabis deals.

Experience a handpicked lineup of 4-5 comics from renowned comedy venues in San Francisco. [ more ]

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San Francisco International Art Festival returns to the Mission

San Francisco International Arts Festival transitioning to the Mission area, offering over 100 performances at various venues. [ more ]

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D9 candidate Roberto Hernandez calls for collective action

Roberto Hernandez emphasizes community power in addressing safety, homelessness, and drug addiction issues. [ more ]

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826 Valencia's Storytellers' Showcase (Yerba Buena Gardens)

Students reading original writing reflect on theme 'Write Here, Write Now' at live event with music and activities. [ more ]

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Police recover 10 stolen vehicles, arrest 7 during collaborative mission

More stolen vehicles were recovered in East Multnomah County during a multi-agency mission Monday, April 22.

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'No one comes': Mission street vendors struggle at city-run shops

Vendors in San Francisco are struggling with slow sales after being displaced from Mission Street to city-operated locations like La Placita.

Efforts are being made to support vendors through extended operational hours, events, and promotions, but challenges persist. [ more ]

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Women allege series of groping incidents near Holly Park

Four women victims of similar daylight assaults in Bernal Heights. [ more ]

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For your eyes only

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Whiskers

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Snaps: A study in psychoceramics (Look it up.)

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The Mission UK in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The Mission UK has been around since 1986 and continues to tour and perform with their classic gothy sound. [ more ]

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Doing the dishes, Edvard Munch got an idea

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Missing musician found in county jail following alleged incident in Mission District

Eric Travers, a missing 30-year-old man who was last seen on April 30 and was reported missing to the Mission police station, has been found alive - in San Francisco county jail.

Los Angeles Times

More migrant families with children sleeping in tents on Skid Row test official response

Despite efforts, children and families are still living in homeless conditions on Skid Row in Los Angeles. [ more ]

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Intuitive Machines wants to help NASA return samples from Mars | TechCrunch

Intuitive Machines aims to adapt its lunar technology architecture for the Mars Sample Return mission, aligning with NASA's request for a reevaluation to reduce complexity and cost. [ more ]

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Space startups licking their lips after NASA converts $11B Mars mission into a free-for-all | TechCrunch

NASA seeks to revamp Mars Sample Return mission with cheaper cost and earlier return date by involving commercial providers. [ more ]

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Mission Local

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Gov't critics of autonomous vehicles raise alarm as Cruise purportedly disgorges massive settlement

Autonomous vehicle company settled payout with pedestrian for $8-12 million, sparking increased demand for regulations. [ more ]

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Blue Origin to resume crewed New Shepard launches on May 19 | TechCrunch

Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket to carry a crew to suborbital space for the first time in nearly two years on May 19. [ more ]

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Man charged after red paint thrown at west London mosques, businesses and Palestinian Mission

The anti-Muslim incidents involving red paint targeting mosques, businesses, and a Palestinian mission occurred 11 times over a four-week period. [ more ]

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It is 15 years since the last Hubble servicing mission

Hubble Space Telescope was successfully serviced by Space Shuttle Atlantis in 2009, extending its operational life. [ more ]

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Horsies Market & Saloon Review - Mission - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Horsies is a cozy tiny bar in the Mission with horse-themed decor, serving vermouth cocktails, beer, wine, and hot dogs. [ more ]

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Owner of Steven Bartlett-founded Social Chain eyes swoop for AIM-listed Mission

A potential all-share takeover offer is being discussed between Brave Bison and Mission, hinting at enhanced shareholder value and financial strength. [ more ]

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KQED to lay off up to 25 employees amid budget shortfall

KQED, a public broadcasting station in the Bay Area, is set to lay off 18 to 25 employees due to budget shortfalls. [ more ]

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Major Mission Group shareholder told to reject Brave Bison bid

Mission Group faces threats as a bid from Brave Bison is deemed unattractive by a major shareholder. [ more ]

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Brass knuckles, body cams and bad behavior: LAPD probe links troubled Valley gang units

Los Angeles police internal investigators uncover links between troubled anti-gang units in the San Fernando Valley. [ more ]

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See how they run: Safai goes on cycling tour, visits businesses from new Mission headquarters

Supervisor Safaí participated in the Bike to Wherever Day event, showcasing his support for cycling initiatives. [ more ]

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Bay to Breakers 2024: What to know about San Francisco road closures, route

Thousands will participate in Bay to Breakers this weekend in San Francisco, with street closures starting Saturday night. [ more ]

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2 days ago

Mission Based Media Welcomes Amanda Brown - Podcaster News

Amanda Brown appointed to Strategic Advisory Board for Mission Based Media [ more ]

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The mini-garden of Babylon

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NASA officially greenlights $3.35 billion mission to Saturn's moon Titan

NASA has formally approved the robotic Dragonfly mission for full development, committing to a revolutionary project to explore Saturn's largest moon with a quadcopter drone.

BBC

Why Danny Trejo's on a Mexican food mission in London - Why Danny Trejo's on a Mexican food mission in London - BBC Sounds

Catch up on your favourite BBC radio show from your favourite DJ right here, whenever you like.

Listen without limits with BBC Sounds.

InfoQ

JDK Mission Control 9.0.0 Requires JDK 17

JDK Mission Control 9.0.0 released with JDK 17 support, bug fixes, and new features like Eclipse 4.30 compatibility. [ more ]

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Free Museum & Gallery Crawl: Yerba Buena Third Thursdays | SoMa

Yerba Buena Third Thursdays offers art, music, and drinks in San Francisco's Yerba Buena neighborhood every third Thursday of the month. [ more ]

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Free Museum & Gallery Crawl: Yerba Buena Third Thursdays | SoMa

Yerba Buena Third Thursdays offer monthly art, music, and drinks events in San Francisco's Yerba Buena district. [ more ]

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I am a native San Franciscan.Since becoming a photographer I've found The City always ready for her close-up, blemishes and all.I love doing shots here- can't let tourists have all the fun.

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Selena fans line Mission Street to celebrate a lowrider tribute

The community gathered to honor Selena, the 'queen of Tejano music,' with a lowrider motorcade event in San Francisco. They celebrated her legacy through music and art, highlighting unity and cultural representation. [ more ]

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The reclusive butterfly

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Lowriders to cruise through Mission on Saturday in Selena tribute

Lowriders honor Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in a family-friendly cruise through the Mission district. [ more ]

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Heads up!

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Meet the District 11 Candidates: 'What potential do you see in District 11?'

District 11 candidates share visions for a more inclusive and collaborative community. [ more ]

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FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Enter to Win Free Tix to See the Mission UK, CONVERSATION, and Steel Panther!

Readers can win free tickets to upcoming concerts and events by participating in contests organized by the Mercury as a token of appreciation. [ more ]

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SF Appeals Board says let the Lion dance go on - with conditions

Temporarily allowed LionDanceME to perform on one block of Grant Avenue on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., extending through June 30th. [ more ]

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Mission Cultural Center may face cuts, budget woes ahead of relocation

High costs threaten the survival of an arts center during a planned relocation. [ more ]

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Mission Street murder suspect pleads not guilty

The accused, Alexander Martinez, pleaded not guilty to murder charges for the killing of Alberto Vargas Quero, a recent Venezuelan immigrant. [ more ]

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Meet the District 3 candidates: 'Tell us about your campaign finance'

Candidates in District 3 are asked one question per week with 100 words response, compiling responses for voter awareness. [ more ]

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Shoes on the loose!

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The 'world's most active' lion dance group facing blowback in San Francisco's Chinatown

The LionDanceME group faced opposition from San Francisco Chinatown merchants due to street closures for performances. [ more ]

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Home Bargain discount store opens at old Falla's space

Home Bargain discount store is attracting shoppers with $1.50 deals on various items. [ more ]

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Jon Jacobo - accused of rape, assault again - resigns from his job

Mission District community leader resigns amid rape allegations and Supervisor calls for investigation into police handling of sexual assault cases. [ more ]

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Beauty Bar, a Mission staple since 1998, closes its doors

Beauty Bar, the nightlife staple on the corner of 19th and Mission streets since 1998, permanently closed its doors after the owners sold the business, its manager Anthony Alvarado confirmed on Tuesday.

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Close, but no burrito: El Farolito's miracle soccer run ends

El Farolito unable to hold off comeback despite impressive start and persistence in face of challenges. [ more ]

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San Francisco sheriff says overcrowding prompted jail lockdowns

Overcrowded jails led to inmate attacks, causing lockdowns in San Francisco County jails. [ more ]

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Meet the District 5 candidates: What will be your first housing move?

Candidates in District 5 are asked weekly questions on various topics to showcase their stances, aiding voters in understanding their positions on critical issues. [ more ]

GameSpot

Ubisoft Responds To Star Wars Outlaws Backlash Over Jabba The Hutt DLC Mission

Ubisoft clarified that only one mission, 'Jabba's Gambit,' in Star Wars Outlaws is exclusive to the season pass. [ more ]

Mission Local

Party like it's 415: Many celebrate San Francisco's special day

The 415 celebration in San Francisco brings people of different backgrounds together as a close-knit family to celebrate the city's spirit. [ more ]

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Tiny Home Homeless Housing Facility Opens at 16th Street BART, Behind Big, Black Gates

The completion of Mission Cabins, a tiny-home facility for the homeless, faced neighborhood opposition despite being a temporary solution amid delayed affordable housing projects. [ more ]

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NASA Searching for New Ideas for Its Mars Rocks Return Mission

The cost of NASA's Mars Sample Return mission is projected to be between $8-$11 billion, delaying sample return to Earth until 2040. [ more ]

Mission Local

Tiny 'Mission Cabins' for homeless residents open today at 16th St. BART plaza

Mission Cabins is a new homeless shelter project offering tiny homes for adults experiencing homelessness. [ more ]

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En garde!

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Meet the District 9 candidates: Best and worst elements of Prop E

Proposition E aims to reduce crime and increase public safety but lacks clear guidelines for technological oversight and accountability. [ more ]

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Inspector General: Peskin's good-government proposal may double as good politics

San Francisco has faced creative and rampant corruption issues, prompting the proposal of an Inspector General for oversight. [ more ]

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