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Connect with nature and discover something new this spring by strolling along four miles of trails at San Diego Botanic Garden. With vibrant blooms come a fresh selection of spring classes and events this month, including the 4th annual World of Orchids spring showcase, DIY plant workshops, and a selection of health and wellness classes. Enjoy cheerful orange bursts along trails with the anticipated return of California Poppies. Other areas of the Garden are reawakening and ready to be discovered - get your cameras ready and explore SDBG in bloom this season! The Garden is open six days a week; closed on Tuesdays. Hours of Operation: Open Daytime 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last ticket entry at 4 p.m.) Closed Tuesdays San Diego Botanic Garden on Instagram / Facebook

Have you ever wondered how marine mammals dive to remarkable depths on a single breath? In this free workshop presented by the National Marine Mammal Foundation, you’ll uncover the incredible adaptations that enable these animals to explore the ocean deep. Get ready for underwater exploration! Registration is required. Please note: An identical program for ages 5 - 7 is being offered on September 18th at 2 p.m. Audience: Recommended for ages 8-11.

The men told NPR they were kept in the dark about why they were in Guantánamo Bay, and were denied access to an attorney or a phone call with loved ones.

There are at least 19,000 pieces of space debris in Earth's orbit, not including active satellites, that the U.S is monitoring.

Promises2Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a brighter future for current and former foster children in San Diego County, is holding an exclusive evening of dinner and music to benefit foster children. The 15th Annual Dream On Concert Gala is presented by Kevin and Raegan Prior and will be hosted by Joan Waitt at her La Jolla estate home on Monday, September 9, 2024. The event will feature a sunset cocktail reception, elegant dinner, and silent and live auctions, followed by a private concert with acclaimed recording artist, Kool & The Gang. Each year is a sell out and raises critical funds benefiting foster children of all ages. This year’s Chairs are Joan Waitt and Lynne Doyle, Reception Sponsor is Southwest Airlines, and the Youth Speaker Sponsor is Carmel Mountain Preschool. For more information visit: promises2kids.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Researchers are helping Missoula county officials learn who’s calling 911 during heat waves. Rural callers are disproportionately affected, prompting emergency planners to rethink their approach.

Stephanie Bergsma worked at KPBS from 1982 to 2012. As associate general manager, Bergsma was responsible for major gifts, production underwriting, Gays and Lesbians for Public Broadcasting affinity group and the Producers Club. Her greatest achievements include raising the funds to build the KPBS Copley Telecommunications Center and funding all of the equipment including the HDTV conversion pieces.

Miami Beach is tired of a community of live-aboard boaters anchored just offshore. It's adopted policies limiting their access, including making it illegal to tie up dinghies at a city boat launch.

Rupert Murdoch's team made the offer to resolve the hacking suits from Prince Harry and a British lawmaker as a trial was to begin. A settlement could help Washington Post CEO Will Lewis.

Staff and observers worry that the agency may not be prepared for emerging threats including bird flu and insect-borne diseases.