SF Giants blow out Pirates behind Webb’s gem, three homers
Logan Webb has totaled 21 strikeouts over his last two starts
NFL bans smelling salts, saying product can mask concussion symptoms
The 49ers’ George Kittle first disclosed the ban during an interview with NFL Network, adding he hoped the league would relent and “figure out a middle ground.”
Evan Low paid $106,000 ethics violation fine with campaign donations
A state watchdog organization found earlier this year that Low violated state campaign finance laws in 23 counts.
The addition of avocado makes this hummus creamy and buttery
“if you prefer a completely smooth hummus, start off mixing the herbs, olive oil, tahini, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until smooth. Then add the remaining ingredients and blend again until hummus comes together. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.”
Sarah Ferguson tried to seduce Kevin Costner after JFK Jr said no: book
A new book about Britain’s disgraced Prince Andrew reveals his ex-wife, the Duchess of York ‘partied, took lovers and was indiscreet.’
Letters: Rolling back Roadless Rule threatens our forests, communities
Also: ICE abuses | Immigration policy | Erecting barriers | Greater transparency | Trump’s debt. Mercury News reader letters to the editor for Aug. 6, 2025.
RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development
The projects are being led by pharmaceutical companies to prevent flu, COVID-19 and H5N1 infections.
Nvidia continues expansion in South Bay after new deal
Nvidia has bought a small South Bay property across the street from its headquarters.
Stanford to lay off more than 300 employees amid $140 million in budget cuts
Federal research cuts and steep endowment tax hike drive Stanford’s budget reductions
49ers’ new-look defense gets its first test and Robert Saleh is looking forward to it
Defensive coordinator Robert Saleh eager to see the progress of the 49ers’ youthful defense against Denver.
