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The Connection Between Silicon Valley and Ukraine’s ‘Geeks of War’

This week marks the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It’s a somber anniversary that many Ukrainians here in California are commemorating. In fact, Silicon Valley is home to a large Ukrainian diaspora – many immigrants from Ukraine have come to work in the tech ...  Show more

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Once a Last Stop for the City’s Homeless, SFO Ramps Up Outreach and Support

When most of us head to the airport, it’s to fly out and leave. But some people go to the airport to stay, sometimes for months on end. People experiencing homelessness have had a presence at the airport since at least 2018, but airport officials say their number has grown. The S ...  Show more

 . 30min 8sec

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