Global Events, Local Impact: World Cup Fever, Geopolitical Tensions, and Urban Revitalization

Mexico's World Cup victory attracts throngs of supporters to the Bay Area, San Jose drinking establishments grapple with a surge in patrons during the tournament, US-Iran diplomatic discussions postponed amid escalating tensions, Oakland's historic spaces find new life through cultural initiatives, Nelson German's unexpected bartending gig leads to a cocktail craze and a new book, Unbound revives San Francisco's Chinatown book scene, and LGBTQ+ startup founders find a welcoming environment in San Francisco with a few notable exceptions.