Air India to refund fare, give travel voucher to passengers who were stranded in Russia

California Governor Says State Will Intervene in Federal Case Protecting Homeless

California Governor , Says State Will Intervene in , Federal Case Protecting Homeless . On September 12, California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the state will move ahead with clearing homeless encampments despite an ongoing federal court case. . On September 12, California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the state will move ahead with clearing homeless encampments despite an ongoing federal court case. . Fox News reports that the case has barred San Francisco from taking action until more shelter beds are made available. Newsom has accused the judge overseeing the case of going too far in preventing the state from tackling a serious problem. Newsom has accused the judge overseeing the case of going too far in preventing the state from tackling a serious problem. I hope this goes to the Supreme Court. And that’s a hell of a statement coming from a progressive Democrat, Gavin Newsom, California Governor, via Fox News. Newsom revealed his administration's plan to file an amicus brief to overturn the ruling in an interview with Politico. Newsom revealed his administration's plan to file an amicus brief to overturn the ruling in an interview with Politico. Advocates for the rights of homeless people argue that the city has been clearing encampments without offering alternative shelters. . Advocates also accuse the city of throwing out peoples' belongings, including cellphones and medications. Fox News reports that nearly one-third of all homeless people in the U.S. are in California. . People’s lives are at risk; it’s unacceptable what’s happening on the streets and sidewalks, Gavin Newsom, California Governor, via Fox News. We’re now complicit, all of us, at all levels of government and all branches of government, Gavin Newsom, California Governor, via Fox News

Nancy Pelosi Is Running for Reelection

Nancy Pelosi , Is Running for Reelection. The former House speaker made the announcement on Sept. 8, NPR reports. . Now more than ever our City needs us to advance San Francisco values and further our recovery, Nancy Pelosi, via X. Our country needs America to show the world that our flag is still there, with liberty and justice for ALL. , Nancy Pelosi, via X. That is why I am running for reelection — and respectfully ask for your vote. , Nancy Pelosi, via X. The 83-year-old's announcement comes as her party looks to regain control of the House of Representatives. Democrats lost nine seats in the House last year. . Speculation over Pelosi's political future has mounted since she announced last year "that she would not run for another term in party leadership," NPR reports. . Pelosi became the first woman to be speaker of the House in 2007. After losing to Republicans in 2011, she was reelected as speaker in 2019

Nordstrom Closes Its San Francisco Flagship Store

Nordstrom Closes Its , San Francisco Flagship Store. The retailer's five-story store in San Francisco was shut down on Aug. 27 after 35 years in business, CNN reports. . The closure was announced in May, with Nordstrom saying the , "dynamics of the downtown San Francisco market have changed dramatically over the past several years, impacting customer foot traffic to our stores and our ability to operate successfully.". Shoppers described losing the "anchor in San Francisco" as a "sad day," CNN reports. . Last month, a Nordstrom Rack in the San Francisco area closed as well. . In June of this year, mall operator Westfield announced it would no longer control the San Francisco Centre mall that it had operated for over 20 years. Westfield cited "challenging operating conditions in downtown San Francisco, which have led to declines in sales, occupancy and foot traffic.". Big chains such as Whole Foods, Anthropologie and Office Depot have also halted operations in downtown San Francisco since the beginning of the pandemic. . Big chains such as Whole Foods, Anthropologie and Office Depot have also halted operations in downtown San Francisco since the beginning of the pandemic. . Big chains such as Whole Foods, Anthropologie and Office Depot have also halted operations in downtown San Francisco since the beginning of the pandemic. . Since 2020, over 39 stores have shut down in the city's Union Square, according to market research firm Coresight. Despite retail issues in the area, Ikea opened a 52,000-square-foot store in San Francisco last week. . City leaders hope that the three-level store will bring shoppers back to the downtown area and help to support other businesses.

More People Are Leaving California for Affordable Homes Elsewhere, Study Finds

More People Are Leaving, California for Affordable, Homes Elsewhere, Study Finds. According to a recent study from real estate website Redfin, residents of California are seeking more affordable housing in other states. Fox News reports that the Redfin analysis shows an influx of people moving to Las Vegas, Phoenix, Tampa and Orlando to find more affordable options. Fox News reports that the Redfin analysis shows an influx of people moving to Las Vegas, Phoenix, Tampa and Orlando to find more affordable options. The typical Las Vegas home costs less than half as much as one in Los Angeles, San Francisco or Seattle, the most common origins for buyers moving in. , Redfin analysis, via Fox News. The typical Las Vegas home costs less than half as much as one in Los Angeles, San Francisco or Seattle, the most common origins for buyers moving in. , Redfin analysis, via Fox News. Phoenix and Tampa are the next most popular destinations. Along with Las Vegas, they’re increasingly prone to natural disasters like heat and flooding, but relatively affordable, Redfin analysis, via Fox News. Phoenix and Tampa are the next most popular destinations. Along with Las Vegas, they’re increasingly prone to natural disasters like heat and flooding, but relatively affordable, Redfin analysis, via Fox News. The same analysis found that San Francisco and Los Angeles ranked in the top 3 cities with the most people looking for out-of-state housing. The same analysis found that San Francisco and Los Angeles ranked in the top 3 cities with the most people looking for out-of-state housing. At $412,000, the median home in Las Vegas costs less than a third of the median price in San Francisco, which currently stands at $1,405,500. At $412,000, the median home in Las Vegas costs less than a third of the median price in San Francisco, which currently stands at $1,405,500. Fox News reports that the study was based on two million Redfin users between April and June. According to another online real estate website, MyEListing.com, California lost over $340 million in IRS tax revenue in 2021 as a result of residents leaving the state. Despite its numerous attractions, from the booming tech industry and world-class universities to beautiful landscapes and cultural richness, California's high personal income tax rates seem discouraging for many high-wealth individuals. , Redfin analysis, via Fox News. Despite its numerous attractions, from the booming tech industry and world-class universities to beautiful landscapes and cultural richness, California's high personal income tax rates seem discouraging for many high-wealth individuals. , Redfin analysis, via Fox News. This, coupled with the state's high cost of living, will likely fuel a wealth migration out of California, Redfin analysis, via Fox News

Apple iPhone 15 series first sale begins in India: Buyers line up to get new iPhones | Oneindia News

Apple's new iPhone 15 lineup, which includes four models, went on sale in India and other countries today. The devices will be available for purchase in approximately 40 countries in the first wave, including India, Australia and others. Long queues were spotted outside Apple's retail stores in Delhi and Mumbai today ahead of the launch. #iPhone15 #iphone15Launch #Iphone ~HT.99~PR.154~ED.102~