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Once a racer for Norway, Pinheiro Braathen switched to Brazil, his mother's home country. In winning the Olympic giant slalom on Saturday, he earned South America's first medal at a Winter Games.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WWNO listener Shyra Latiolais and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Low mortgage rates from the COVID era might still be attainable for homebuyers, if they find the right house and have the cash.

Danny O'Shea turned 35 at his first Olympics, after three decades of skating and two reversed retirements.

Many Imperial Valley residents have grown weary of repeated public health studies around the Salton Sea. One group of scientists is trying to focus on solutions instead.

Can I quote song lyrics in my manuscript? Or talk about how much my main character enjoys eating at McDonald’s (TM)? What if I want to write about real people? Can I be sued for defamation? And what about publishing contracts? Are there red flags I should look out in contracts with agents and publishers? This session will answer these questions and more, in a user-friendly accessible manner. You will learn what to worry about and more importantly what NOT to worry about, and when (and how) to find affordable legal assistance if you need it. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

This workshop invites you to see the world through the overlooked objects that surround us. What does a café chair witness each day? What secret name does a tree carry? Through poetry, short stories, and songs, we’ll practice writing from the perspective of objects—using their imagined voices as mirrors for our own inner landscapes. By giving life to what is usually silent, we learn to recognize the parts of ourselves that often go unnoticed. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

This live two-hour seminar teaches writers how to craft compelling, immersive historical fiction grounded in accurate research and powerful storytelling. Learn key elements of the genre (authentic worldbuilding, era-appropriate dialogue, engaging characters, strong plot structure, meaningful themes, and realistic conflict) while discovering how to balance factual history with creative license. Ideal for authors seeking to elevate their fiction with richer settings, deeper emotional resonance, and historically plausible narratives. Participants will gain practical techniques for avoiding anachronisms, developing believable characters, leveraging historical events, and building vivid, transportive story worlds that captivate modern readers. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Embark on a full-day private tour through the rolling hills and sun-kissed vineyards of Temecula Valley. Known for its award-winning wines, charming boutique wineries, and relaxed countryside atmosphere, Temecula is the perfect escape for wine lovers, couples, or groups seeking a curated and intimate experience. Sit back, relax, and let us take care of the driving as you sip, savor, and soak in the beauty of wine country. Five Star Tours on Facebook / Instagram

Observe one of the most miraculous natural phenomena on the planet: the 5,000-mile winter migration of gray whales to the Baja Peninsula to mate and deliver their calves. Journey from San Diego into Mexico to trace the migration and lifecycle of the gray whale. 5 Days & 4 nights - Departure from San Diego Day 1: San Diego - Ensenada - San Quintin- Catavina- Guerrero Negro Day 2: Guerrero Negro- Whale Watching and Salt Mine Exploration Day 3: Guerrero Negro - Whale and Bird Watching at Ojo de Liebre Lagoon Day 4: Guerrero Negro- San Ignacio - Laguna de San Ignacio ( whale watching) - San Ignacio - Guerrero Negro Day 5: Guerrero Negro- Catavina- San Quintin- Ensenada- San Diego 2026 Dates: January 26- 30, 2026 * February 9-13, 2026 * February 23-27, 2026 March 9-13, 2026 * March 23-27, 2026 * April 6- 10, 2026 * - Private Groups can be requested for each trip - Visit: https://www.fivestartours.com/baja-mexico-whale-journeys.html Five Star Tours on Facebook / Instagram