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A local ride-share program helps seniors get to their medical appointments. But recruiting enough volunteer drivers has been difficult.

The term brain rot first appeared in Henry David Thoreau's famous Walden, according to the Oxford University Press. How did he use it — and what might he have made of its modern meaning?

Mount Spurr, which scientists say is likely to erupt in the coming weeks or months, is about 80 miles west of Anchorage. But ash clouds could reach the state's biggest city.

Billy McFarland says he will sell the brand "to an operator that can fully realize its vision." The news comes days after the postponement of Fyre Festival 2, which was scheduled for late May.

Make a Difference by recognizing the signs of human trafficking At the event, there will be informational booths/tables and also special speakers at the Annex area - all there to participate in raising awareness and sharing valuable information and resources. Participating organizations: City of San Diego’s Attorney’s Office and Your Safe Place San Diego Public Library Big Brothers Big Sisters Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition Children of the Immaculate Heart Family Heath Centers of San Diego Global Communities La Maestra Project Life Project Roots San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency SD HHSA’s Department of Homeless Solutions & Equitable Communities San Diego Organizing Project Geanie Franco, Commander of the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force, will be the first to speak at the event among four other Guest Speakers from some of the participating organizations listed above to talk about subjects ranging from online safety to restorative work for victims that are women and children. Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/services/sex-trafficking-awareness

The State Department announced Wednesday that its online renewal system is now fully operational, after testing in pilot programs, and available to adult passport holders whose passport had expired within the past five years or will expire in the coming year.

From Alaska to Wales, retired teacher Doug Green empowers students to explore cultures, tell stories and build meaningful connections.

The World Food Programme says it has just five days left of flour and two weeks left of other food supplies in Gaza.

The Borrego Springs Film Institute is proud to present the Twelfth Annual Borrego Springs Film Festival! Featuring five days of exceptional independent films, community panels at the Borrego Springs Library, not to mention top-notch parties, galas and award ceremonies with attending filmmakers and festival pass-holders. The 12th BSFF opens on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, with a day of free screenings - no tickets necessary - at the Library, and continues Thursday through Sunday, with screening Blocks presented at BSPAC, and concluding with an Awards Ceremony at the theater, on Sunday evening, Jan. 19, 2025. This year we’re screening 93 films, with a wide range of styles and genres, and we’ve got several BSFF alumni filmmakers returning to the festival with brand new shorts to debut to our audience, plus a terrific slate of Filmmaker and Community Panels being presented at the Borrego Springs Library, free and open to the public. Festival Passes and Block Passes (for screenings at BSPAC) can be purchased on our website. Borrego Springs Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Politicians, lawyers and journalists who left behind autocratic systems in Europe, Asia and Latin America see the Trump administration employing similar methods.