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UK braces for homelessness crisis – Can they avoid LA and San Francisco’s fate?
U.K. Home Secretary Suella Braverman has expressed her concerns about the potential surge in crime, drug abuse, and squalor in British cities, akin to the situation in major U.S. cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. Braverman, a key member of the Conservative government responsible for crime, policing, and national security, highlighted the alarming situation during the pandemic. The U.S. witnessed a sharp increase in violent crime in 2020, with over 21,000 homicides recorded, the highest figure since 1995.
Accompanying the rise in violent crime was a significant increase in homelessness, a crisis that has been escalating in the U.S. since 2017. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, the number of homeless people in the U.S. reached 421,400 in 2022, with many living in makeshift encampments in urban centers. Braverman’s concerns were echoed by Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho, who recently filed a lawsuit against the city, emphasizing the erosion of safety and everyday life due to the growing homeless population.
Braverman announced plans to introduce new legislation targeting charities providing tents to the homeless if their actions cause public disturbances. She clarified, “The British people are compassionate. We will always support those who are genuinely homeless. But we cannot allow our streets to be taken over by rows of tents occupied by people, many of them from abroad, living on the streets as a lifestyle choice.”
To tackle the issue, Braverman emphasized the need for immediate action, drawing attention to the consequences of weak policies in American cities. The situation in California, home to a significant portion of the U.S. homeless population, has become politically contentious. Organizations like the California State Association of Counties and League of California Cities are urging the Supreme Court to overturn a 2018 ruling that hindered the removal of homeless encampments from public spaces.
As the U.K. faces the looming threat of a similar crisis, Braverman’s call to action resonates across the nation, urging authorities to adopt effective policies and support mechanisms to address homelessness.
San Francisco, CA
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin secures Rs 400 crore investment in San Francisco visit | Chennai News – Times of India
NEW DELHI: The chief minister of Tamil Nadu, M K Stalin, announced on Sunday that he has secured a Rs 400 crore investment from Ohmium in Chengalpattu district, which will create 500 jobs. This investment aims to nurture the ecosystem for green energy production and promote a sustainable future. Additionally, the Tamil Nadu government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google to set up Artificial Intelligence labs at Guidance to skill 2 million youngsters in AI.
“Another successful day in San Francisco! We’ve secured a Rs 400 crore investment from Ohmium in Chengalpattu district, creating 500 jobs. This marks a significant step in nurturing the ecosystem for green energy production and fuelling a sustainable future!” Stalin posted on X.
On Saturday, Tamil Nadu’s industries minister T R B Rajaa, highlighted the partnership with Google signed during CM Stalin’s visit to Google’s headquarters. The chief minister is currently on an official visit to the United States, aiming to secure support and investments for the state’s economic development.
“With #CMStalinInUS, Tamil Nadu is racing into a new era of tech #RnD, #semiconductors design and #AI!! On our visit to the @Google HQ today, we’ve signed an MoU to set up the ‘#TamilNaduAILabs’ at @Guidance_TN in #Chennai, in partnership with #Google!” Rajaa posted on X.
“With this partnership, we aim to skill 2 MILLION youngsters in AI via Naan Mudhalvan, collaborate with startups, and enable MSMEs and the rural economy. We want our youth to be a future-ready workforce,” he added.
These developments are part of chief minister MK Stalin’s efforts during his official visit to the United States, focussed on enhancing the prosperity and economic development of Tamil Nadu. The collaboration with Ohmium and Google reflects the state government’s commitment to advancing technology and green energy initiatives.
Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, the 49ers’ first-round draft pick this past spring, reportedly was shot in a robbery attempt Saturday afternoon in San Francisco and is in stable condition, NBC Bay Area reported.
“He’s good. Thank god!!!!” 49ers teammate Deebo Samuel posted on X/Twitter, adding emojis reflecting a prayer and crossed fingers.
Pearsall was shot near Union Square, according to KGO-7’s Dion Lim.
The San Francisco Fire Department was called to deal with a traumatic injury at 3:38 P.M. near Union Square and found two gunshot victims near Geary and Grand Streets, a spokesman told KTVU’s Sal Castaneda, who added that both victims were taken to a local hospital, one in critical condition and one in stable condition. Pearsall’s Rolex watch was targeted in the attempted robbery, Castaneda added, citing multiple sources.
The suspected shooter is in police custody, Supervisor Aaron Peskin’s office told NBC Bay Area’s Gia Vang.
Earlier Saturday, Pearsall signed autographs at a card show at San Francisco’s Cow Palace.
Neither the San Francisco Police Department nor the 49ers immediately returned messages left by this news organization.
Pearsall, 23, is a Phoenix, Arizona native who is entering his first NFL season after playing collegiately at Florida the past two seasons and Arizona State the prior three years.
A shoulder injury has kept Pearsall from practicing the past 3 1/2 weeks, after an offseason hamstring injury delayed his entry into training camp by a week. His left shoulder has a history of partial dislocations dating back to his junior year in college, and he aggravated it in spring practices as well as on Aug. 6.
He’s done conditioning drills on the side as the 49ers prepare for their regular-season opener Sept. 9 against the New York Jets at Levi’s Stadium.
Originally Published:
A shooting in San Francisco left an 8-year-old girl injured on Friday, according to her father.
The San Francisco Police Department said officers were called to the unit block of Chicago Way at approximately 5:24 p.m. for reports of a shooting. Upon the officers’ arrival, they found a young girl suffering from injuries, although police did not confirm she was shot. Police only said she was transported to a nearby hospital with “life-threatening injuries.”
Police did not provide other information.
However, according to the girl’s father, the family was setting things up for dinner when a bullet came into the house and hit his daughter.
Officers are still at the scene conducting their investigation.
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