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Cardinal Robert Prevost made his first speech as Pope Leo XIV on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, shortly after being elected pontiff. This is a transcript of the speech, translated from its original Italian.

The U.S. 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Monday that a three-judge panel would hear arguments on May 6 in the case of Rumeysa Ozturk. She's been detained for five weeks as of Tuesday.

The Women's Health Initiative, begun in the 1990s, has made many important discoveries. Now funding to collect more research data will end in September.

Bird Talk with Live Falcons! Join us as Dr. Bob Gordon and his raptor friends showcase the world of falconry and conservation. Through live demonstrations, he’ll reveal the history, skills, and environmental importance of these magnificent birds. Free with museum admission; members free! Visit: https://www.heritageoftheamericasmuseum.com/bird-talk-with-live-falcons Heritage of the Americas Museum on Instagram and Facebook

President Trump and his allies have long made false claims of widespread noncitizen voting. Now, as the GOP pursues new restrictions, experts worry isolated arrests will be used to push the new rules.

It was the second night of heavy bombing, after airstrikes Wednesday on northern and southern Gaza killed dozens of people, including almost two dozen children.

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, the Chicana textile artist and slow fashion designer behind Sew Loka. In this talk, Rodríguez-Biezunski champions sewing as both a vital art form and a powerful response to our disposable fashion culture. Rodríguez-Biezunski will explore how the deliberate practice of sewing transcends mere utility to become an expressive medium, worthy of the same respect given to traditional fine arts. She'll discuss how reclaiming this craft provides a meaningful alternative to fast fashion's environmental and ethical pitfalls, offering a path toward more conscious consumption and creation. The conversation will also address why sewing skills—once considered essential knowledge—deserve renewed appreciation in today's society, not just as practical abilities but as conduits for creativity, sustainability, and personal empowerment. Discover how Rodríguez-Biezunski's work honors the hands that make our garments while inviting us to reimagine our relationship with clothing in an age of mass production. Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, better known as Sew Loka, is a San Diego-based textile artist and fashion designer who has made a significant impact in the intersection of streetwear, sustainability, Chicana culture, and DIY fashion. She gained prominence for her distinctive style of customizing and upcycling clothing, while only using recycled, reclaimed and repurposed fabrics to create all of her one of a kind fashion designs and textile art pieces. Beyond her fashion work, Rodríguez-Biezunski is also known for her commitment to community engagement and teaching others the art of sewing and customization. You can visit her any time at her sewing studio, Sew Loka, in the vibrant neighborhood of Barrio Logan in San Diego, CA. Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski on Instagram Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy a morning learning about and stewarding the special habitats of the San Diego River Mouth! This event will include rotations so you can enjoy all the site has to offer, including: * Document the biodiversity of the beautiful San Diego Estuary as part of the City Nature Challenge! The City Nature Challenge is a global event where cities around the world compete to document as many species as possible in their urban areas. During this event, you'll learn how to collect essential species information by documenting plants and animals using the iNaturalist app on your smartphone. Your data collection will make a big difference by contributing to local and statewide conservation efforts. * Take a tour and guided nature walk led by our knowledgeable docents. * Finally, pitch in to help protect this rare habitat by removing invasive, non-native plants, repairing the protective sand fence, and removing trash. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for the event: -Bring one smartphone or camera per group to participate in the iNaturalist activity -Familiarize yourself with the iNaturalist app: Watch this video -Check-In: 7:45 a.m., meet on the grass between the parking lot, the San Diego River Trail, and Ocean Villa Inn -Attire: Long pants are recommended and closed-toe shoes are required -Other Items to Bring: reusable water bottle, hat, other forms of sun protection -Weather: Light rain will not cancel the event -For safety reasons, no pets are allowed at this event -There are restroom facilities at this location -Family friendly (youth 4 and over with supervision, 14 and over with adult signature) Visit: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1038724 SD River Park Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

Under the Biden administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finalized a rule barring medical debt from appearing on credit reports. Now, the agency is siding with the credit industry groups suing to have the rule vacated.

For decades the NIH has led a public health campaign credited with saving thousands of babies from dying in their sleep. The administration's cuts come as sleep-related infant deaths have been rising.