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1. ‘Slap in the face’: Marc Benioff’s Trump turn stuns San Francisco  Politico
2. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff Says Trump Should Send National Guard to San Francisco  The New York Times
3. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff says Trump should send National Guard troops to San Francisco: report  ABC7 San Francisco
4. Marc Benioff encourages Trump to send National Guard to SF; says he is ‘doing a great job’  The San Francisco Standard
5. Marc Benioff says Trump should send National Guard to San Francisco  San Francisco Chronicle

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Since I have been involved in the gardening business for the majority of my life – which has been a very long time – I find myself reminiscing more and more each year. When I was growing up in the business, the planting of spring flowering bulbs was a gardening tradition everyone enjoyed.
I can say that was literally in the last century. Since then, the tradition has declined more and more each decade. My thoughts on the reason for this would be an increasing demand for what is referred to as instant gratification. Today no one has the desire or patience to spend time digging holes then have to wait six months for the flowers.
If this description fits your personality, I think you might want to consider this. The wait and the anticipation will also grow your appreciation for the spectacular blooms.
Tulips and daffodils are the most popular spring flowering bulbs, but there are others. Spring-flowering bulbs require a long period of cool temps to process a chemical reaction inside of the plant to produce the blooms.
If you might be considering planting some bulbs this fall, here are some tips.
Tulips are definitely the most colorful of all of the spring flowering bulbs. You can find a tulip in almost any color in the rainbow. The problem with tulips – and it is a big one – is they are like candy to deer. The deer grazing your neighborhood will be watching your tulips as they emerge out of the ground. They will be there the day when the flowers open up, and they could be gone before you ever see them. When you plant tulips, you will need to have a deer repellent ready to go as the flower buds start to form.
If you want spring flowers but you do not want to have to worry about the deer, plant daffodils. Daffodils are poisonous to deer, and they know it. They will not eat daffodils. With daffodils, you are limited to shades of yellow, orange and white. While you are limited in colors, you will not have to worry about the blooms being eaten.
For early spring color, you can plant crocuses or snowdrops. Muscari, also known as grape hyacinths, are low growing. They are great for creating a colorful border.
There are also some bulbs that can create interest in the garden with their unusual flowers. Alliums produce large, sphere-shaped lavender flowers on tall stalks. Large growing fritillaria are also great for adding fragrance to the garden.
There are also bulbs you can plant for adding fragrance to the landscape in the spring. The best are hyacinths. These come in shades of pink, blue and white. Hyacinths will also attract deer.
Spring flowering bulbs can give you the opportunity to be very creative. Different bulbs bloom at different times. Even with tulips and daffodils there are different varieties that bloom at different times. Be sure to get a good mix so you can maximize the time you have the colorful blooms.
Wildlife does create challenges when you want to have beds full of spring flowering bulbs. I have already warned you about deer which is the biggest challenge. Another problem is the chipmunks and squirrels, who will dig up and eat your bulbs.
To reduce the threat of these animals ruining your bulb planting, you can use Fertilome’s all-purpose animal repellent called Critter-Go. I have successfully used this product to keep chipmunks from digging around our stone patio. Squirrels are also listed on the label. To keep the animals away, simply spray the soil above the bulbs every three to four weeks. When they smell the repellent, they will go someplace else to look for food.

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FILE PHOTO: Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market value, extended declines after Trump escalated his trade conflict with China. | Photo Credit: Reuters
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency by market value, extended declines on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his trade conflict with China.
Trump on Friday said he was raising tariffs on Chinese exports to the U.S. to 100% and imposing export controls on "any and all critical software" in a reprisal to recently announced export limits by China on rare earth minerals critical to tech and other manufacturing.
The spat shook global financial markets, sending the benchmark S&P 500 Index sliding by more than 2%.
Bitcoin was last down 8.4% at $104,782 as of 17:20 ET (2120 GMT).
Ethereum, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency, fell 5.8% to $3637 at 17:21 ET.
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XRP just got hit hard, right? Like 17% down in a single day. Turns out, the first bad news was coming from the U.S. announcing 100% tariffs on China, which sent the markets into a tailspin. Honestly, the whole crypto space is all over the place, and this just proves how fragile it really is.
If you thought crypto was safe, think again. Geopolitical tensions can mess with crypto prices just as easily as they do with stocks and currencies. When the tariffs hit, everyone ran for the hills and XRP ended up at $2.34 before the market somewhat stabilized.
You can’t say the price drop was a surprise, but the market’s reaction is a whole different ballgame. When panic sets in, everything’s on the chopping block. And while it seems like things are leveling out, who knows what’s next?
Historically, you could count on some rebounds after these macro shocks. But is that still the case? XRP has certainly bounced back after drops before, but the game is changing. The macro environment is more chaotic than ever, and crypto has its own unique events that can shake things up.
The numbers don’t lie, but they don’t tell the whole story either. XRP’s price has always danced with the broader trends influenced by traditional markets. Past rebounds might not be the best crystal ball for what’s coming next.
XRP took a nosedive, dropping 17% in just 24 hours as the whole crypto market shifted on the geopolitical news. Ripple, with its big names like Brad Garlinghouse and David Schwartz, was right in the middle of it. Institutional whales moved a whopping $50 million in XRP daily, putting extra pressure on the price.
But there is a silver lining. Analysts think XRP might bounce back as market conditions stabilize. And it’s not just XRP—the entire space has been affected. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others are also feeling the heat. There was also a huge uptick in cold wallets moving to exchanges, which resulted in a lot of liquidations. Everyone is watching the SEC ETF decisions for XRP, which could either boost or tank the market.
More companies are looking at crypto payroll platforms. But how do you deal with the volatility? A few ideas:
Spread It Out: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Diversify between stablecoins, other cryptos, and traditional assets.
Small and Steady: Buying smaller amounts consistently helps avoid the “buy high, sell low” trap.
Get Out Fast: Change crypto payments to fiat or stablecoins as quickly as possible to keep cash flow steady.
Be Prepared: Make sure you have a solid plan for operational, financial, compliance, and reputational risks.
Make It Work for You: Use staking or lending in DeFi to generate returns while managing risk.
Stay Updated: Know what’s going on in the regulatory world and keep your business compliant.
In a nutshell, geopolitical tensions are a nightmare, and XRP’s price can swing wildly. While it has rebounded before, it’s not a guarantee anymore. As crypto continues to gain traction, expect more stablecoin usage, especially in payroll. It’s going to be a wild ride, so hang on tight.

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Winning numbers drawn in Friday’s Florida Fantasy 5 Evening  San Francisco Chronicle
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Crypto Price Drop Continues: $16B in Longs Liquidated as BTC, ETH Sell-Off Extends  CoinDesk
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Maine Lottery results: See winning numbers for Mega Millions, Pick 3 on Oct. 10, 2025  Yahoo News Canada
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Controversial actress Sarah Martins has given Yul Edochie some tips on how to make his daughter, Danielle Edochie, happy.
Sarah Martins’ suggestion comes only hours after Yul Edochie revealed on Instagram that he would do anything for his daughter while celebrating her birthday.
Yul Edochie released a video from a scene in his most recent film in which he expressed how much his daughter means to him.
However, Sarah Martins came to the comments section to point out what Yul can do to make his daughter the happiest child.
According to Sarah Martins, “Danielle will be the happiest daughter if her father divorces Judy Austin, whom she referred to as “ara Nwanyi Asaba”
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CleanSpark (CLSK) Expands Credit Line With Bitcoin-Backed Loan Is Data Center Growth Entering a New Phase?  simplywall.st
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