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Backpackers Guide To Asia
Travel guide for three of the best countries to visit in Asia for backpackers
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Travel guide for three of the best countries to visit in Asia for backpackers
Megabots Inc., an Oakland, California-based startup, has built a 15-foot mechanical gladiator called the Mark II and challenged a Japanese firm to an international battle for robot supremacy.
An earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.0 struck off the southern coast of Japan Friday.
A Japanese live-video blogger inadvertently filmed himself as he frantically tried to put out a fire in his apartment.
Overcoming the opposition of the Japanese government and some Bay Area Japanese-Americans, San Francisco Supervisors have voted to build a memorial to so-called "comfort women" who were sex slaves during World War II.
A look at five countries with easily obtainable work visas for Americans
Walt Disney Japan has apologized after a tweet sent from its corporate Twitter account wished readers "congratulations on a not special day" on the 70th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of Nagasaki.
Netflix isn't done flying to record heights, as its stock soared Wednesday following Disney CEO Bob Iger earnings conference comments that he considers Netflix more of a friend than foe, and that products like Netflix are attractive because they offer a user-friendly and often times cheaper way for people to watch television.
Climbers who reach the summit of Mount Fuji will now be able to share their achievement via free Wi-Fi.
Nintendo confirmed that the new Fire Emblem role-playing games will introduce same-sex marriage to players.
A strong earthquake has struck off an island chain south of Tokyo, but officials say there is no danger of a tsunami.
A strong 7.8 magnitude quake struck the open ocean, 543 miles south of Tokyo early Saturday morning.
The company, which began in Oakland, California in 2002, hopes its early popularity is more than a passing fad.
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.8 has struck off the coast of Japan, not far from where a 2011 earthquake and tsunami claimed the lives of more than 15,000 people.
Scientists say they've recorded low frequency shaking on the ocean floor that could be the result of increasing pressure, similar to what was released during the devastating 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami.
Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe made stops in San Francisco and Silicon Valley in part of a three day trip to focus on tech ties between his country and Silicon Valley.
Tests revealed that some taptic engines supplied by AAC Technologies Holdings in China started to break down over time.
Japan's Prime Minister is stopping short of apologizing for his nation's role in World War II.
The first video and photos taken inside ground zero of the Fukushima nuclear powerplant that melted down in the 2011 magnitude 9.0 earthquake and subsequent tsunami show a devastating radioactive mess.
Matt Lovemark was picnicking at Three Mile Beach near Santa Cruz when he spotted what at first looked like just another washed up log on the beach.
A moderately strong earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan's Honshu island on Saturday.
A Japanese athlete who runs faster on all fours than most people can sprint upright was analyzed by two East Bay colleges during a visit to the Bay Area.
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan early Tuesday (Monday afernoon in the U.S.), triggering minor tsunamis but no reports of major damage or injuries.
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck the South Sandwich Islands region Monday afternoon.
The Japanese industrial designer responsible for the iconic red-capped soy sauce dispenser and other designs and logos died on Sunday.
A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
Through a ride-sharing app, San Mateo police were able to arrest a man accused of robbing a check-cashing business in June.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Emeryville and Berkeley police are seeking more alleged victims after a man was taken into custody on suspicion of child sexual assault last week.
Almost 80 years after the Port Chicago explosion, there is a push to rectify a terrible wrong and recognize the heroism and courage of Black sailors.
Through a ride-sharing app, San Mateo police were able to arrest a man accused of robbing a check-cashing business in June.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Emeryville and Berkeley police are seeking more alleged victims after a man was taken into custody on suspicion of child sexual assault last week.
Almost 80 years after the Port Chicago explosion, there is a push to rectify a terrible wrong and recognize the heroism and courage of Black sailors.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Through a ride-sharing app, San Mateo police were able to arrest a man accused of robbing a check-cashing business in June.
Almost 80 years after the Port Chicago explosion, there is a push to rectify a terrible wrong and recognize the heroism and courage of Black sailors.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Police in San Francisco on Tuesday asked for the public's help identifying a man who was recently captured on video blocking a Waymo vehicle before he allegedly assaulted a "cognitively impaired" person, leaving the victim hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.
Millbrae citizens, angry over the potential conversion of a hotel into a permanent supportive housing project, are in the middle of a special election that could recall two councilmembers who support it.
Emeryville and Berkeley police are seeking more alleged victims after a man was taken into custody on suspicion of child sexual assault last week.
Almost 80 years after the Port Chicago explosion, there is a push to rectify a terrible wrong and recognize the heroism and courage of Black sailors.
The Alameda County Coroner identified four of the five victims allegedly killed by an Alameda man on July 10.
Three death row inmates have been resentenced, Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price announced Tuesday afternoon.
A new free ferry service linking Jack London Square in Oakland to a shopping center in nearby Alameda is set to launch on Wednesday, officials said.
Police in San Jose on Tuesday released the grim news that the father of three-year-old Ellie Lorenzo, the young girl who went missing while in his custody last week, was suspected of killing the girl before committing suicide.
Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine Pacioni announced charges Tuesday for the 1991 cold case killings of an elderly woman and her son-in-law in Prunedale.
Two earthquakes were recorded early Tuesday morning near Gilroy, according to the US Geological Survey.
On a warm summer day at an East San Jose housing complex, Ayesha Charagulla is working to bridge the gap between privilege and poverty in Silicon Valley.
Police in Palo Alto are searching for two suspects after an elderly woman reported her necklace was stolen while she was taking a walk over the weekend.
The paid caretaker of an elderly North Bay woman was arrested after raping the woman and assaulting her adult daughter who had arrived home to find the sexual assault in progress, authorities said Tuesday.
A Santa Rosa man was arrested Monday following a series of fires last week that police said were sparked by illegal fireworks.
Authorities in Mendocino County are investigating after a Caltrans electronic highway sign was tampered with so it displayed a virulently racist message to drivers over the weekend.
One of the two Americans convicted in the 2019 stabbing death of an Italian plainclothes police officer has been granted house arrest.
Prosecutors allege that a driver who fatally hit a Vacaville police officer last week intentionally ran him down, and filed murder charges that include killing an officer while he was on duty.
A new artificial turf surface at the Oakland Athletics' temporary home in Sacramento will have a hydration element because of summer heat at the open-air ballpark.
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers because the two sides haven't made progress on a new deal.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Fresno State football coach Jeff Tedford says he's stepping down because of health concerns.
The 24th Annual Kahuna Kupuna Benefit Surf Contest recently took place in Pacifica to celebrate the talents of older surfers.
Through a ride-sharing app, San Mateo police were able to arrest a man accused of robbing a check-cashing business in June.
Emeryville and Berkeley police are seeking more alleged victims after a man was taken into custody on suspicion of child sexual assault last week.
The Alameda County Coroner identified four of the five victims allegedly killed by an Alameda man on July 10.
Three death row inmates have been resentenced, Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price announced Tuesday afternoon.
Police in San Jose on Tuesday released the grim news that the father of three-year-old Ellie Lorenzo, the young girl who went missing while in his custody last week, was suspected of killing the girl before committing suicide.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
On a warm summer day at an East San Jose housing complex, Ayesha Charagulla is working to bridge the gap between privilege and poverty in Silicon Valley.
OpenAI whistleblowers have filed a complaint with the Securities and Exchange Commission and asked the agency to investigate whether the company illegally restricted workers from speaking out about the risks of its artificial intelligence technology.
San Francisco, Oakland and Fremont were awarded a combined $32 million from the California Public Utilities Commission last week to expand internet access to underserved communities.
East Palo Alto is looking to join the growing list of Bay Area cities with license-plate-reading cameras installed by law enforcement. The mayor and police chief believe these cameras will also help East Palo Alto improve its reputation.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
A UC Davis researcher spoke about what causes heart failure, what fixes it, and how that could be different for men and women.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
The City of Berkeley failed to complete over two-thirds of mandatory restaurant inspections last year, an auditor's report revealed Wednesday.
State water officials have issued a "danger" advisory at multiple locations in Discovery Bay after finding evidence of harmful algae blooms.
A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
One California lawmaker called out Musk for his announcement that he will move his companies to Texas, while another lawmaker agreed with the billionaire's concerns.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
At its meeting on Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors were considering a new ordinance to ban an industry algorithm that some say is artificially causing apartment rental rates to skyrocket.
CBS News is fact checking statements made by GOP speakers on the second night of the 2024 RNC, where Donald Trump will become the GOP presidential nominee.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law barring school districts from passing policies requiring schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.
San Leandro is hosting its first Pride celebration and organizers spoke to KPIX about the decision to launch the celebration now.
One San Francisco bookstore is fighting book bans by shipping LGBT+ books to directly the Deep South for free.
Public health officials came armed with a serious message for Pride Month: Get vaccinated against mpox.
Thousands of people gathered on Sunday in downtown San Francisco to celebrate the annual Pride Parade supporting the LGBTQ community.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Police in Santa Clara on Monday issued a traffic advisory for Wednesday night's Rolling Stones concert being held at Levi's Stadium.
The son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, Seun Kuti brings his band Egypt 80 to the SFJAZZ Center for two nights beginning Thursday.
Bay Area guitar hero Ethan Miller leads his powerhouse psychedelic roots-rock outfit Howlin Rain through songs from the the band's most recent album 'The Dharma Wheel' at the Kilowatt in San Francisco Friday.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
Kelsi Thorud reports on San Francisco Skate Week. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Devin Fehely reports on call for the "Port Chicago 50" to be recognized as heroes for protesting dangerous conditions that caused the Port Chicago disaster in 1944.
Jose Martinez reports on the search for the man who attacked a bystander after being told to let a Waymo car pass. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Len Ramirez reports on the responses - both positive and negative - to the first of its kind bill passed by the California State Senate that aims to protect transgender students. (7/16/2024)
Natalie Brand reports on day two of the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. (7/16/2024)
Now into its second decade, a San Francisco nonprofit has been giving inner city kids free surfing lessons. For many, it's their first time in the ocean.
A woman who experienced bullying as a middle school student has spent the last 22 years giving young people a safe place to belong and grow.
More than three million people in the US live with epilepsy, according to the CDC. One Santa Rosa filmmaker is working to make sure they are seen and heard.
A San Pablo no-kill shelter that's considered a last resort for animals is scrambling to find an affordable new home quickly.
A San Francisco man has helped his nonprofit take fundraising to the next level so that more underserved children can build life skills while playing sports.
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.