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Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

What San Francisco's AI billboards say about the state of the industry

San Francisco's billboards reflect a booming AI industry focused on practical applications, largely ignoring safety and governance issues.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
17 hours ago

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours daily, with a variety of themes and times available for public participation.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
17 hours ago

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours daily, with a special event over Memorial Day Weekend 2026.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

What San Francisco's AI billboards say about the state of the industry

San Francisco's billboards reflect a booming AI industry focused on practical applications, largely ignoring safety and governance issues.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
17 hours ago

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours daily, with a variety of themes and times available for public participation.
Mission District
fromMission Local
54 minutes ago

4805 Mission has been almost finished for nearly a decade. Neighbors want to know why.

The construction of 4805 Mission St. remains unfinished over a decade after its start, causing community frustration and complaints.
fromThe Oaklandside
16 hours ago

A guide to Oakland's historic homes

Spanish settlers moved to the East Bay starting in 1776 to take land that had been home to indigenous people for thousands of years, and made it into fiefdoms of various dons like the Peraltas.
East Bay (California)
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 hours ago

I visited a members-only tech hub to see the biohacking tricks Silicon Valley founders swear by. It wasn't what I expected.

Biohack Miami's wellness event in San Francisco showcased practical biohacking tips focused on immediate well-being rather than solely on longevity.
Portland food
fromwww.7x7.com
20 hours ago

30 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.20.26)

Earth Day celebrations include sustainable fashion events, cleanups, special menus, and various festivals throughout the week.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
7 hours ago

Taste of North Berkeley: 30+ Food & Drink Tastings

North Berkeley hosts a culinary event featuring over 30 local businesses with diverse tastings and beverages on May 13, 2026.
Relationships
fromThe Infatuation
4 years ago

Where To Go When You Don't Want To Make A Big Deal About Your Birthday, But You Actually Kinda Do - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Celebrate your birthday with minimal planning at nice group-friendly spots that feel special.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

New F&B Executives at Beacon Grand & Ritz-Carlton

Jason Wiles has recently been appointed as the Director of Dining and Event Experience at the historic Beacon Grand, overseeing dining outlets and catering operations.
Food & drink
Paris food
fromCN Traveller
22 hours ago

The famous Fife Arms hotel in the Scottish Highlands just revealed a hidden room inspired by none other than Coco Chanel - I got a first look

The secret room at the Fife Arms showcases Chanel's influence through decor and art, creating a unique immersive experience.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

They want to represent S.F. in Congress. Here's how they'd tackle AI, crypto and tech.

Candidates for California's 11th congressional district emphasize tech regulation, with differing views on federal digital currency and the role of tech in government.
#ai
Marketing tech
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

The Market for AI Airbnb Assistants Is Growing

AI is increasingly being used in customer service, particularly in the fast food and short-term rental industries.
Environment
fromFuturism
15 hours ago

Man at City Council Meeting Makes Devastating Case Against Proposed Local Data Center

Growing public anger over data centers' environmental impact and resource consumption is prompting calls for moratoriums on new constructions.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
Marketing tech
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

The Market for AI Airbnb Assistants Is Growing

AI is increasingly being used in customer service, particularly in the fast food and short-term rental industries.
Environment
fromFuturism
15 hours ago

Man at City Council Meeting Makes Devastating Case Against Proposed Local Data Center

Growing public anger over data centers' environmental impact and resource consumption is prompting calls for moratoriums on new constructions.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
Berlin music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Transcendence Surrounds

PWC concert features Freida Abtan's opera 'The sound of grief' with multimedia elements and performances of Holst and Biggs.
fromDesign Milk
23 hours ago

Sabah House NYC Pays Homage To Set + Setting

Sabahs are made entirely by hand from 100% leather in either Texas or Turkey—two regions with distinct yet deeply rooted relationships to the material. The result is a shoe that varies subtly from pair to pair, even within the same size.
Brooklyn
Productivity
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Should you attend a conference if you're not speaking?

Attending a conference without a speaking role can be beneficial depending on personal goals, networking opportunities, and learning experiences.
UX design
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

Anthropic launches a design tool to take on all the other design tools

Claude Design enables collaboration with AI for creating visual work, catering to both non-designers and designers for efficient prototyping.
#architecture
UX design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

how wutopia lab's 'magical realism' turns everyday spaces into ethereal interior atmospheres

Wutopia Lab creates immersive architectural experiences that transform ordinary spaces into imaginative environments, enhancing perception through design elements like light and geometry.
UX design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

how wutopia lab's 'magical realism' turns everyday spaces into ethereal interior atmospheres

Wutopia Lab creates immersive architectural experiences that transform ordinary spaces into imaginative environments, enhancing perception through design elements like light and geometry.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

'No one knew I was in a different time zone': The workers who travel, play tennis, and do chores on the clock

Soft off days allow employees to manage personal tasks during work hours, promoting work-life balance despite employer concerns.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

This Bathroom Created a Sanctuary by Marrying the Old with the New

The bathroom renovation transformed an outdated space into a modern retreat while preserving original redwood features.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 days ago

Commentary: Is a Transporter Bridge the 100-Year-Old Solution for the Estuary Crossing We've all been Looking for? - Streetsblog San Francisco

A transporter bridge could provide a cost-effective solution for pedestrian and cyclist access between Western Alameda and Jack London Square.
London
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Beyond the Street: Climate, Commerce, and the Evolution of Hong Kong's Elevated Networks

Hong Kong's elevated urbanism enhances connectivity but raises concerns about accessibility and the neglect of ground-level public life.
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Yerba Buena Gardens Festival "Sunset Sound System" Live DJ Set

The 2026 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival features over 100 free performances from May to November in Downtown San Francisco.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US panel approves Trump's design for massive arch in Washington, DC

A 76-metre arch proposed by Trump has received initial approval but faces criticism and legal challenges regarding its impact on views and historical sites.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Berkeley raises bar to landmark buildings, over objections from preservationists

Berkeley City Council increased petition signature requirements for landmark status, raising concerns about citizen participation and development delays.
Toronto startup
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

This Residential Tower-Topped Hotel is a Ryokan-Styled Sky Oasis

Toronto's rapid growth is marked by soaring real estate prices and innovative architecture that integrates historic elements.
London food
fromThe Infatuation
1 day ago

Crab Station's crab sandwich works only in a pinch - Review - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Crab Station's crab sandwich is not fresh and has stray shell pieces, with better options available nearby.
fromEater
1 day ago

These 6 Iconic Restaurant Artworks Are the Stars of the Dining Room

The painting in question was gifted to the Inn's late founder Helmuth Deetjen by the late, celebrated local artist George Choley. This particular Choley painting had been in the same place since the 1980s, undisturbed, and a symbol of continued historic preservation.
Dining
#real-estate
fromCurbed
2 days ago
NYC real estate

A Mid-Century House in Hillsdale With a Pool and an Artist's Studio

NYC real estate
fromCurbed
2 days ago

A Mid-Century House in Hillsdale With a Pool and an Artist's Studio

Living outside New York City offers unique properties at lower prices, including a mid-century house and a historic gatehouse.
East Bay real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

A New Ranking Reveals the Most Affordable Growing Cities in the U.S.-Including 2 on the West Coast

Visalia, California, and Vancouver, Washington, are the most affordable and rapidly growing cities on the West Coast.
LA real estate
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Pac Heights Mansion Sells for $56M

A 15,000-square-foot mansion in Pacific Heights sold for $56 million, the largest sale in the area since 2021.
California
fromStreetsblog California
3 days ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Mountain View to replace downtown parking lot with hotel - San Jose Spotlight

A developer is set to transform two downtown parking lots into a hotel and office development, potentially generating significant revenue for the city.
Boston food
fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

Beloved Walnut Creek sports bar finds new home in vintage downtown building

Massés Sports Bar & Grill is relocating to a new downtown Walnut Creek location after closing its previous site.
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

11 New York City Hotels With Views of Central Park

The view of upper Manhattan from above showcases a dense cityscape alongside a large swath of green, highlighting the beauty of Central Park.
Upper West Side
#bridges
Design
fromAol
5 days ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
5 days ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
5 days ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
5 days ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
5 days ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
Design
fromAol
5 days ago

Why The World's Great Bridges Mean More Than Just Getting Across

Bridges are essential structures that blend art and engineering, reflecting diverse cultures and histories across the globe.
#restaurant-week
SF food
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

SF's 2026 Spring Restaurant Week offers deals at 200 restaurants

San Francisco's Restaurant Week features over 200 restaurants offering special meal deals from April 19, promoting local dining experiences.
East Bay food
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Flavors of the Peninsula brings abundant restaurant week deals, promotions

Peninsula's Restaurant Week offers special prix fixe meals at over 100 local restaurants from April 23 to May 3.
SF food
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

SF's 2026 Spring Restaurant Week offers deals at 200 restaurants

San Francisco's Restaurant Week features over 200 restaurants offering special meal deals from April 19, promoting local dining experiences.
East Bay food
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Flavors of the Peninsula brings abundant restaurant week deals, promotions

Peninsula's Restaurant Week offers special prix fixe meals at over 100 local restaurants from April 23 to May 3.
#anniversary
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

2nd Year Celebration: Free Caribbean Cuisine (1 Drink Min) at SF's Hotel Biron

Celebration of the 2nd anniversary of ownership at Hotel Biron Wine Bar with food from Trinidad and Tobago on April 24.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

Francisco Park's 4th Birthday Celebration + "Cake Buffet" (SF)

Francisco Park is celebrating its 4th anniversary with a variety of activities on April 26, including a picnic and a cake buffet.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

2nd Year Celebration: Free Caribbean Cuisine (1 Drink Min) at SF's Hotel Biron

Celebration of the 2nd anniversary of ownership at Hotel Biron Wine Bar with food from Trinidad and Tobago on April 24.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

Francisco Park's 4th Birthday Celebration + "Cake Buffet" (SF)

Francisco Park is celebrating its 4th anniversary with a variety of activities on April 26, including a picnic and a cake buffet.
Wellness
fromwww.7x7.com
1 day ago

Not Your Average Spa Day: 7 of California's Most Unique Wellness Resorts

Unique wellness destinations in California offer diverse and memorable spa experiences, focusing on holistic treatments and self-care rituals.
Silicon Valley
fromMission Local
1 day ago

AI boom is city's weirdest tech boom, says S.F.'s chief economist

The AI boom in San Francisco significantly differs from previous tech booms, impacting jobs and office space occupancy.
#restaurant
Silicon Valley food
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Mission Buzz: New murals coming to Wiese, pop-ups join forces and El Faro for sale

Two local pop-ups, Fat Cat and Claws of Mantis, are opening a brick-and-mortar location together after successful collaborations.
Paris food
fromGrub Street
3 days ago

Marcel Moves Into the Breuer

Marcel, a new restaurant by Robin and Stephen Alesch, aims to create a unique dining experience in the Breuer building, expanding on La Mercerie's success.
Silicon Valley food
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Mission Buzz: New murals coming to Wiese, pop-ups join forces and El Faro for sale

Two local pop-ups, Fat Cat and Claws of Mantis, are opening a brick-and-mortar location together after successful collaborations.
Paris food
fromGrub Street
3 days ago

Marcel Moves Into the Breuer

Marcel, a new restaurant by Robin and Stephen Alesch, aims to create a unique dining experience in the Breuer building, expanding on La Mercerie's success.
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
2 days ago

Narrow Bathroom Ideas: 6 Tricks for Making the Most of Every Square Inch

Narrow bathrooms can be transformed into luxurious spaces with bright colors, effective lighting, and strategic use of mirrors.
Design
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Architecture of Water: Disappearing Fixtures in Contemporary Wellness

Advanced bathroom design emphasizes minimalism by making fixtures less visible, allowing water and light to shape the experience.
Brooklyn
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Billionaire Michael Moritz Eyes Union Square Building

Michael Moritz plans to lease the former Barney's building for his Crankstart Foundation headquarters.
Berlin
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

SF's Unique "Startup Art Fair" Takeover of an Entire 1950s Motor Lodge (April 17-19)

Independent artists will showcase their work in a boutique hotel, creating a casual pop-up gallery experience from April 17-19, 2026.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
22 hours ago

20 Years of Maker Faire (Sunday Assembly East Bay)

Maker Faire, founded by Dale Dougherty, has become a beloved event celebrating creativity and innovation in the Bay Area since 2006.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, April 17-19

This weekend features concerts, a new series, and a light turkey meatball recipe, catering to diverse entertainment and culinary interests.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

'Extraordinarily rare': An unusual SF home has just hit the market for $6.5M

To find a building with this scale, flexibility, and existing group housing use in such a prime location is extraordinarily rare.
East Bay real estate
#huntington-hotel
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Elegant San Francisco Hotel Offers Sweeping City Views From Every Room-and a Legendary Restaurant

The Huntington hotel combines a regal apartment feel with modern design, respecting its historical roots while infusing contemporary elements.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.7x7.com
1 week ago

Nob Hill crown jewels The Huntington Hotel + Big Four Restaurant are back with a little help from Ken Fulk.

The Huntington Hotel has been transformed to reflect the elegance of the Gilded Age, featuring luxurious amenities and historical details.
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Elegant San Francisco Hotel Offers Sweeping City Views From Every Room-and a Legendary Restaurant

The Huntington hotel combines a regal apartment feel with modern design, respecting its historical roots while infusing contemporary elements.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.7x7.com
1 week ago

Nob Hill crown jewels The Huntington Hotel + Big Four Restaurant are back with a little help from Ken Fulk.

The Huntington Hotel has been transformed to reflect the elegance of the Gilded Age, featuring luxurious amenities and historical details.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

KB Home is the latest billion-dollar company leaving California

KB Home's forthcoming move will mark its return to the Phoenix area, where the company was headquartered for a few years in the 1960s before shifting its operations to Los Angeles.
LA real estate
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago

Original home of ChatGPT hits the market for $1.5M

The San Francisco apartment where OpenAI was founded is on the market for $1,545,000.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromCalifornia Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | Inside San Francisco's 'co-founder rooms': the no-frills crash pads powering the AI gold rush

Co-founder rooms in San Francisco offer shared living for tech hopefuls prioritizing proximity over privacy and comfort.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Vision I-980: architects and engineers compete to design the future of the highway

Architecture and engineering firms must submit proposals for the Vision I-980 project, focusing on redesigning the I-980 highway.
Silicon Valley food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Secret Behind the Sliding Door: One Family's Legacy Became San Francisco's Most Coveted Recipe

A Vietnamese family created iconic garlic noodles in San Francisco, maintaining a secret kitchen tradition since 1975.
#yerba-buena-center-for-the-arts
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Renovation
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
6 days ago

Changes Underway at Jane Warner Plaza - San Francisco Bay Times

Jane Warner Plaza is undergoing renovations, including the removal of The Seed sculpture and the installation of new furniture and landscaping.
East Bay real estate
fromMission Local
1 week ago

25-story Marina Safeway behemoth, inconceivable even to sci-fi futurists, looking very real

A 25-story housing complex at the Marina Safeway site is now conceivable due to changes in state laws affecting local development control.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Mayor Lurie selling San Francisco to China

The Chinese government aims to improve perceptions of San Francisco amid strained US-China relations through promotional efforts at the airport.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Online hype nearly spoils breakfast at 122-year-old Bay Area hotel

Social media significantly increased attendance at the West Point Inn's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser, prompting a reservation system to manage crowds.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

San Francisco Waldorf Art Show & Celebration 2026 (Fort Mason)

Art Show on April 18th at Fort Mason features original works by the SF Waldorf community, with free admission and an evening celebration.
#i-80-closure
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Expect Weird Traffic This Weekend as Section of I-80 In San Francisco Will Be Closed For Two Days

I-80 will be closed for 55 hours this weekend, causing significant traffic disruptions in San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Expect Weird Traffic This Weekend as Section of I-80 In San Francisco Will Be Closed For Two Days

I-80 will be closed for 55 hours this weekend, causing significant traffic disruptions in San Francisco.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

SoCal's shortest ferry ride doesn't make any sense, and that's OK

The ferry goes from the Balboa Peninsula, home to the Balboa Fun Zone and the Newport Beach Balboa Pier, to the south side of Balboa Island, the idyllic coastal community filled with beach cottages and shops that sell saltwater taffy, watercolors of seascapes and the frozen bananas made famous by 'Arrested Development.'
San Francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Don't you dare cut our city internships, say S.F. teens

Proposed budget cuts threaten the YouthWorks internship program, reducing opportunities for high school students from 400 to 80 internships annually.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
SF food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Ambitious indoor-outdoor waterfront restaurant to open by SF's Oracle Park

Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group will open an indoor-outdoor waterfront restaurant with retractable windows, fire pits and a sharing-focused menu across from Oracle Park this fall.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

SF waterfront restaurants eye a revival as Bay Bridge lights return

The Bay Lights 360, a public art installation with 50,000 LED lights, is relighting the San Francisco Bay Bridge after three years of darkness, with $11 million in donations funding the restoration and expected to boost waterfront business and neighborhood growth.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Form, Function, and Funding: The High-Tech Urbanism of San Francisco

San Francisco's technology economy has rapidly reshaped the city's built environment with architectural refinement but indifference to existing residents, creating a severe housing crisis and displacement of essential workers.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Guess What! The Phoenix Hotel Didn't Close, Has a New Operator

Maybe if I had been smart, I would have bought the land a long time ago, but, at the end of the day, sometimes you have to say, It's been a beautiful experience and it's time for it to have its fat lady sings opera moment,'
San Francisco
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