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A Look Into the Music of “A Tree Of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shootings

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

Amelia Allen is a renowned composer who has carved her own niche in the world of film and television music. With a master’s degree from the USC Screen Scoring Program and an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Allen’s unconventional educational background has given her a unique edge in understanding music production.Collaborating with Emmy-winning composer Laura Karpman, Allen co-scored the evocative music for the 2022 HBO documentary A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shootings. This poignant film documents the aftermath of the deadliest antisemitic attack in American history, and the score by Allen and Karpman is instrumental in conveying the depth of emotion and resilience captured on screen.The score of this film opens with a solo shofar, a traditionally Jewish instrument made of a ram’s horn. The shofar is featured and woven throughout the entirety of the score, both in moments where it stands as the forefront instrument, and in others where it is ...

The “Gmail Loophole” Sean Ferres Used to Fire His Boss and Rake in 6 Figures Writing Simple Emails From Home, and How You Can Do the Same

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

In the digital age, unconventional success stories have become a common phenomenon. One such extraordinary story is that of Sean Ferres, an ordinary man who discovered a game-changing “Gmail Loophole” that not only allowed him to oust his overbearing boss but also turned him into a six-figure email copywriting sensation within a month. In this article, we will explore the ingenious tactics Sean used to make it big in the world of email copywriting and reveal how you, too, can harness the power of the “Gmail Loophole” to achieve similar success.Sean’s unique brand of ‘Gmail Copywriting’ has sparked a global movement of 600+ freelance copywriters from 30+ countries who have helped businesses sell tens of millions of dollars of their products and services as they grow their income.A few years back, Sean was working in a warehouse. He dropped out of college to pursue music and earn money to support his passion, so he got a job at a warehouse. But what he was making wasn’t en...

Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Collision on El Camino Real [San Francisco, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

Hit-and-Run near McClellan Drive Left One Person DeadSAN FRANCISCO, CA (April 7, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, one pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision on El Camino Real.The deadly crash happened around 1:06 a.m. at the 1500 block of El Camino Real, near McClellan Drive.According to reports, a motorist hit the pedestrian trying to cross the southbound lanes. However, the driver did not aid the victim and fled before authorities arrive. The collision left the pedestrian with fatal injuries.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly after and pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. Officials have not released their identity yet.Police closed the southbound lanes of El Camino Real for several hours from Hickey Boulevard to McLellan Drive. At this time, no further details regarding the hit-and-run collision on El Camino Boulevard have been released.The Sweet James team sends their warm and sincerest sympathies out to the friends and family of ...

FilmForKids by ClasShare – Providing Film Opportunities for Kid Actors

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

Becoming an actor or influencer has become the most desired career path for kids under the age of 17, because in our media-saturated world, this is where they can express themselves, show off their talents, and earn the opportunity to make money or gain fame.But how many real opportunities are out there for kids?The ratio for active profiles and job listings on Backstage is close to 700:1. Faced with these odds, many kids soon feel defeated, and parents are understandably frustrated. A lot of time and money are invested … without results. That’s often the reality of this industry.This is exactly why ClasShare built the FilmForKids community, a private community where we partner with educators, scriptwriters, filmmakers and industry professionals to create more opportunities for kids in films and commercials.Before now, that didn’t exist.ClasShare, an online learning platform, has launched its exclusive new digital community, FilmForKids. This collaborative opportunity lets educators...

‘It’s so cold out there’: SF Giants relievers rejoice over new, heated benches in Oracle Park’s bullpens

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — Unlike its new food offerings or enhanced WiFi network, one upgrade at Oracle Park was installed over the offseason without fanfare. It will likely go unnoticed by fans, but especially on a dark and damp home opener, it wasn’t overlooked by relievers in both bullpens.“It’s so cold out there,” reliever John Brebbia said.“Usually you’re down there with your jacket and beanie,” added lefty Scott Alexander.“I’m hearing rumors of a heated bench,” submariner Tyler Rogers said. “That would be nice, really nice.”Rejoice, relievers: Rogers heard right.A pair of 12-foot heated benches made their debut in the outfield bullpens Friday. Made by the same company that installed the sideline seating at Levi’s Stadium and more than 20 other NFL venues, frigid relievers on both clubs will now be able to plop down and warm up. While many ballparks that deal with weather conditions have climate-controlled rooms in their bullpen...

How do you fly a plane if you suspect a venomous cobra is loose on board?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A pilot in South Africa made a hasty emergency landing after discovering a highly venomous cobra under his seat. And then he had to take off again without knowing if the creature was still on the plane.Rudolf Erasmus had four passengers on board the light aircraft during Monday’s flight out of Worcester when he felt “something cold” slide across his lower back. He glanced down to see the head of a fairly large Cape cobra “receding back under the seat,” he said.“It was as if my brain didn’t know what was going on,” he told the Associated Press.After taking a moment to compose himself, he informed his passengers of the stowaway.“There was a moment of stunned silence,” he said, but everyone stayed cool.Cape cobras, which can grow to about 5 feet, are one of Africa’s most dangerous cobra species because of the potency of their venom.Erasmus called air traffic control for permission to make an emergency landing in the town of Welkom, in central ...

New San Jose hotel is eyed near future soccer complex, cricket pitch

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

SAN JOSE — A new and modern hotel with a high-profile brand could sprout in a San Jose industrial district a short distance from potential future cricket and soccer facilities, documents on file with city planners show.Fairfield Inn & Suites would be the brand of the new hotel, which would rise at 1669 Monterey Highway in San Jose, a few blocks away from the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.The economic malaise that infected the lodging industry in the Bay Area and worldwide continues to sicken some hotel markets.But a hotel at this location, the high-profile nature of the Fairfield Inn brand, the property owner’s lodging experience and potential future sports proposals in the vicinity means that the project can make sense, in the view of Erik Schoennauer, a land-use consultant for the project’s developer.“The project applicants are long-time owners of this property and they are in the hotel business,” Schoennauer said. “Redeveloping this with a...

SF Giants’ Haniger still in ‘early stages’ of recovery from oblique injury after back tightness delayed progress

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — Outfielder Mitch Haniger is not expected to make his Giants debut this homestand, manager Gabe Kapler said before the team’s home opener at Oracle Park on Friday.Their highest-priced free-agent addition is more likely to make his debut during the club’s upcoming trip to Detroit and Miami starting April 14, Kapler said. However, Haniger said that he is still in the early stages of his rehab and will require a rehab assignment before he’s ready to join the big-league club.Haniger suffered an oblique injury in spring training and was placed on the 10-day injured list to start the season. He said Friday that back tightness interrupted his progress and provided a minor setback.“My back locked up for me right around the time the team left (spring training), so I had to put things on hold for a while,” he said. “But now I’m just kind of building up baseball activities and hopefully will start ramping things up here.”He said he had to get some medication to...

BART trains stopping at Lafayette Station again following police activity

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

(KRON) -- BART trains are again stopping at Lafayette Station after not stopping there earlier due to police activity, according to BART on Twitter. Trains are experiencing a major delay in the Antioch and SFO directions due to police activity at Lafayette Station.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

San Jose police union executive fired for drug smuggling scandal

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:19:32 GMT

(KRON) -- The San Jose Police Officers’ Association fired its executive director in the wake of a drug smuggling scandal, union officials told KRON4 Friday. Joanne Marian Segovia, 64, was charged by the U.S. Department of Justice last week with illegally importing synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, to her San Jose home.Federal investigators said Segovia ordered thousands of opioids, used the police officers union's address for some mailing transactions, and re-distributed drugs across the country.The San Jose Police Officers’ Association announced Friday that it completed the first phase of its internal investigation into Segovia and terminated her employment. Joanne Marian SegoviaUnion president Sean Pritchard said, "The abhorrent criminal conduct alleged against Ms. Segovia must be the impetus to ensuring our internal controls at the POA are strong and that we enact any changes that could have identified the alleged conduct sooner."During her first court appearance on March 31...