In a swift federal operation, an Illinois man was arrested and charged with making violent threats on Facebook that could have targeted the Chabad of Thousand Oaks’ annual Hanukkah celebration. The arrest follows a series of harrowing comments posted days before the event, and underscores the growing importance of online threat monitoring for event security. Background and Context On December 14, 2025, gunmen opened fire at a Chabad synagogue on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing 15 people in the deadliest antisemitic attack in Australian history. The tragedy reverberated across the globe, prompting communities to reexamine safety protocols for religious and cultural…
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Scott Adams’ death at 68 has cast a stark light on how cancel culture ripples through the tech hiring landscape, forcing companies to rethink talent acquisition and prompting a wave of policy changes across Silicon Valley and beyond. Background/Context When the former Dilbert cartoonist died on January 13, 2026, the tech world was already grappling with a new era of hiring scrutiny. Adams, whose career was derailed by a 2023 controversy over remarks that many deemed racist, became a cautionary tale for recruiters and hiring managers. His story illustrates a broader trend: cancel culture in tech hiring is reshaping how…
Veteran Beverly Hills psychiatrist Dr. Arnold Gilberg, 89, has just released a new book that promises to reshape how tech companies think about tech workforce mental health. Titled The Myth of Aging: A Prescription for Emotional and Physical Well‑Being, the 200‑page guide blends decades of clinical experience with practical strategies for employees, recruiters, and HR leaders in Silicon Valley and beyond. Background and Context Dr. Gilberg’s practice on Wilshire Boulevard has treated everyone from A‑list actors to everyday Angelenos for more than six decades. He was the last living student of psychiatrist Franz Alexander, a disciple of Sigmund Freud who championed brief,…
Santa Ana protester permanently blinded by DHS agent sparks nationwide debate over workplace safety and HR protocols amid rising protest violence. Background and Context On the night of January 12, a protest outside the federal building in Santa Ana, California, turned deadly when a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agent fired a non‑lethal projectile at close range, striking a 21‑year‑old protester in the face. The victim, who is transitioning and uses he/him pronouns, suffered permanent blindness in his left eye, a fractured skull, and shrapnel lodged near a carotid artery. Family members say the incident occurred just two days after the…
In a wave of cultural change sweeping the U.S., human‑resources departments are scrambling to adapt to a new reality: an increasing number of employees are openly practicing polyamory. The shift has prompted a flurry of policy revisions, legal debates, and workplace training programs, all under the watchful eye of the Trump administration, which has recently signaled a more permissive stance on non‑traditional relationships. Background/Context Polyamory, the practice of maintaining multiple consensual romantic relationships, has moved from the fringes of society into mainstream conversation. A recent Los Angeles Times review of Natalie Davis’s memoir, Saying Yes: My Adventures in Polyamory, highlighted…
Luka Dončić poured in 42 points, but the Los Angeles Lakers fell 124‑112 to the Sacramento Kings in a game that underscored the Lakers’ defensive frailties and the Kings’ offensive efficiency. Background/Context The Lakers entered the matchup on a 10‑game winning streak, looking to solidify their position in the Western Conference standings. With the NBA’s new “Play‑in” format looming, every win counts for teams on the bubble. Sacramento, meanwhile, has been riding a surge of 12 straight victories, fueled by a 59% field‑goal percentage and 17 three‑pointers in this game alone. The clash was not just a battle of talent; it was…
Former Navy SEAL Gregory Vandenberg has been convicted of transporting explosives with the intent to harm law‑enforcement officers at a San Diego “No Kings” protest, a case that has sent shockwaves through the security community and raised fresh concerns about security threats in tech workforce environments. Background and Context On June 14, 2025, thousands of demonstrators marched in San Diego’s downtown to protest President Trump’s immigration policies and the perceived erosion of democratic norms. The rally, part of a nationwide “No Kings” movement, drew a diverse crowd of activists, students, and local residents. In the weeks leading up to the event, federal investigators uncovered…
Daniel Stern, the actor best known for his role as Marv in the “Home Alone” franchise, has been charged with soliciting a prostitute in Ventura County, a development that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry. The scandal has reignited a national conversation about tech recruitment ethics and the fragile trust that employers and employees place in each other, especially as the sector continues to attract a growing number of international students and talent. Background and Context The incident, which came to light on December 10 after a hotel employee reported the encounter, was confirmed by Ventura County sheriff’s deputies who issued a…
Former Democratic state Senate majority leader Gloria Romero has announced she will run for California lieutenant governor on a Republican ticket with former Fox News commentator Steve Hilton, marking a seismic political shift that could reshape the state’s tech talent recruitment landscape. The move, announced on January 12, 2026, comes as California’s tech industry faces mounting talent shortages, rising labor costs, and a changing regulatory environment that many recruiters say is now more uncertain than ever. Background and Context Romero’s switch from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party in September 2024 was a surprise to many, but not to those who…
In the wake of the tragic death of Minneapolis resident Renee Nicole Good at the hands of an ICE agent, the Latinx‑led track “¡Basta Ya!” by Cain Culto and Xiuhtezcatl has surged beyond protest circles to become a rallying cry in Silicon Valley’s hiring halls. The song, now widely recognized as an anti‑ice anthem, is being used by tech recruiters, diversity officers, and student groups to push for inclusive hiring practices that protect immigrant talent and challenge the Trump administration’s hard‑line immigration policies. Background/Context “¡Basta Ya!”—Spanish for “that’s enough”—has a long history as a protest slogan, from Argentine folk songs…