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Bank of America makes historical deposit at Computer History Museum

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

The newest addition to the Computer History Museum’s permanent collection is called ERMA — it’s short for Electronic Recording Machine, Accounting — an early banking computer that you could say is the great-grandmother of today’s ATMs and mobile banking apps.“ERMA was the first computerized banking system in the world,” said Raquel González, Silicon Valley Market President for Bank of America, which donated the massive machine to the museum in Mountain View. “Think about how far we have come from back then.”“Back then” was the period right after World War II, when a wave of prosperity meant a lot more business for banks like San Francisco-based Bank of America, which was adding about 23,000 checking accounts every month. But those extra accounts — and checks paying for new cars, new appliances and new mortgages — meant banks had to close their doors at 2 or 3 p.m. every day just so tellers could deal with ...

Yellen Says US, China Have ‘Ample Room’ for Trade and Investment

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

Viktoria Dendrinou(Bloomberg) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the US and China should communicate “directly” on specific economic concerns, reiterating the need for improved exchanges between the two sides in her meetings with Chinese leaders. Beijing and Washington can make better decisions to strengthen their respective economies if they closely communicate and exchange views on various challenges amid a “complicated” global economic outlook, Yellen told her Chinese counterpart, Vice Premier He Lifeng.“It is my belief that a wide swath of our economies can interact in ways that are uncontroversial to both governments,” Yellen said in prepared remarks at the meeting with He on Saturday. “The fact that despite recent tensions we set a record for bilateral trade in 2022 suggests there is ample room for our firms to engage in trade and investment.”China and the US should join forces to tackle climate change, Yellen said...

Doctor who drove Tesla off cliff asks court for diversion

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

(KRON) -- The doctor accused of driving his Tesla off Devil's Slide in Pacifica, with his wife and two children inside, appeared in court on Friday.Dharmesh Patel's attorneys asked for a mental health diversion, saying he suffers from a major depressive disorder. Patel previously pled not guilty to attempted murder, claiming his Tesla had tire issues. Unhoused woman dies after San Jose hit-and-run: police Patel's wife allegedly told first responders he drove off the Pacifica cliff on purpose. Everyone inside the Tesla survived the crash. The court will be back in session at the end of the month to set a date for a hearing to determine Patel's eligibility for the diversion program. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }Patel currently rem...

1 dead in rollover crash on Hwy 101, driver and passenger ejected

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

(KRON) -- A woman is dead following a fatal rollover crash on Highway 101 in Healdsburg Friday night.At around 7:25 p.m., the California Highway Patrol was notified of an overturned Toyota Camry on southbound Hwy 101 just south of Old Redwood Highway. According to CHP, the driver of the Toyota, for unknown reasons, lost control of the car and veered left towards the center median. 1 injured, taken to hospital after shooting in Oakland The driver veered to the right, but the car continued out of control and veered across both lanes. The driver and passenger, both women, were ejected after the car drove off the roadway and began to roll. Police believe both occupants were not wearing a seatbelt.The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene and the passenger was transported to a local hospital for major injuries. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, ....

Portion of Hwy 4 to close overnight for construction in Brentwood

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

(KRON) -- Officials will be closing a portion of Highway 4 in Brentwood Saturday night for construction. 1 dead in rollover crash on Hwy 101, driver and passenger ejected The closure will effect the eastbound lanes from Lone Tree Way and Sand Creek Road starting at 9 p.m. and will reopen Sunday at 7 a.m. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }Eastbound traffic can exit at Lone Tree Way.

Full overnight closure of Hwy 1 planned for next week

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

(BCN) -- The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission is planning a full overnight closure of southbound state Highway 1 between Soquel Drive and 41st Avenue on Wednesday as work continues on a roadway improvement project. 1 injured, taken to hospital after shooting in Oakland The closure is scheduled from Wednesday at 10 p.m. until Thursday at 5:30 a.m. and will also include the closure of a northbound lane of the highway. Crews will be constructing northbound and southbound auxiliary lanes and bus-on-shoulder improvements on state Highway 1. There will also be work on a new bicycle and pedestrian overdressing at Chanticleer Avenue. Travelers on southbound state Highway 1 will be able to access a detour via Soquel Avenue and there will be messaging and directional signs in place. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-cont...

Montgomery Co. says goodbye to free Saturday parking in Bethesda, Silver Spring

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

Montgomery County, Maryland, will begin charging for parking in county-operated parking lots, meters and garages on Saturday.Beginning July 8, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation plans to charge its current weekday rate through Saturday. Parking will remain free on Sundays and during county-recognized holidays.MCDOT director Chris Conklin said the department will use funds from weekend parking enforcement to install more lighting, cameras and other new safety and security measures for facilities in Downtown Bethesda, Silver Spring and Wheaton.“Additionally, metered parking promotes turnover in parking spaces, which will increase the number of people who are able to dine and shop downtown,” Conklin said. “We expect these new Saturday hours to have a positive impact on our community and local businesses.”Drivers planning to park can expect the following charges in effect Monday through Saturday:Downtown BethesdaOn-street parking from 9 a.m.-10 p....

Goalkeeper David de Gea announces he is leaving Manchester United after 12 seasons at Old Trafford

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Veteran goalkeeper David de Gea has announced he is leaving Manchester United as a free agent after 12 seasons at Old Trafford.The 32-year-old’s contract with United expired at the end of June, with no new deal agreed despite talks that took place throughout the season.De Gea joined United from Atletico Madrid in 2011 and made 545 appearances for the Premier League club which included 190 clean sheets — both club records for a keeper. In a message on social media on Saturday, De Gea thanked United fans for their support but said: “Now, it’s the right time to undertake a new challenge, to push myself again in new surroundings.”When De Gea’s contract expired last Friday, United said they remained in talks with the Spain goalkeeper.That followed reports that De Gea had signed a contract extension only for the club to withdraw that offer and come back with reduced terms.United has been linked with a move for Inter Milan keeper Andre Onana.“I would like t...

England soccer stars who will miss the Women’s World Cup sit in Royal Box at Wimbledon

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — With the Women’s World Cup just a few days away, some of the injured players on England’s national soccer team were treated like royalty at Wimbledon on Saturday.Fran Kirby, Beth Mead and Leah Williamson were all in the Royal Box on Centre Court to watch some tennis on Day 6 — the traditional day when sports greats are invited to the All England Club. All three won the Women’s European Championship last year but will miss this year’s World Cup tournament in Australia and New Zealand because of injuries.Another member of last year’s winning soccer team, Jill Scott, was also in the Royal Box. She retired from the sport a few months after England beat Germany 2-1 in the final at Wembley Stadium.Plenty of tennis greats were among the guests Saturday, including Billie Jean King, Rosie Casals, Stefan Edberg and Sue Barker. But athletes and former greats from other sports were there as well, like gymnasts, field hockey players and rug...

Texas police find 6 people injured after shooting at El Paso party, updated news report says

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT

EL PASO, Texas (AP) — A shooting at a party in Texas wounded six people on Friday night, according to a news report.Police in El Paso said the shooting happened on Swan Drive near the El Paso Country Club in the city’s Upper Valley area around 9:45 p.m., KVIA-TV reported.None of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries KVIA reported, citing officials.Police did not say if any arrests had been made, KVIA reported.The combined communications division of the El Paso Police Department and fire department did not immediately respond to email and phone messages from The Associated Press seeking additional information.A spokeswoman for the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office referred questions to the police department.Source