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The head of the U.S. Postal Service has agreed to allow Elon Musk's DOGE team to help find "further efficiencies" at the mail agency. But the agreement limits DOGE's access to USPS employee records.

Reactions to the changes in USAID run the gamut. Some leading voices — like Mexico's president — are in favor. Others fear that lives will be lost as health care programs are cut.

La orden afirma que Estados Unidos ha fallado "en hacer cumplir protecciones electorales básicas y necesarias" y llama a los estados a trabajar con agencias federales para compartir listas de votantes y combatir delitos electorales.

Steam bending wood is an efficient and environmentally-friendly process that has been used for hundreds of years in the construction of chairs, boats, tools, and countless other wooden objects. In this workshop, students will learn the fundamental process of steam bending wood, from wood selection and preparation, to the actual bending and drying process. Through demonstrations and hands-on exercises, students will each make their own steam-bent flower vase to take home. Materials are included. Students are asked to wear/bring long-sleeved clothing and a pair of thermal or heavy gloves. These are the instructor’s favorite gloves. Ages 18 and up. No experience necessary. Materials included. • Military discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

Learn to Power Carve! Choose from the following dates/times: Sunday, Nov 17, 1-3:30 p.m. -or- Saturday, Nov 23, 9-11:30 a.m. The Intro to Power Carving workshop is geared for an introduction to Power Carving. In this 2.5-hour workshop, learn the fundamentals of power carving, from safety to the appropriate tools used to create a project. The instructor will introduce the rotary tool and the specific burrs to create sculptural pieces and artistic panels that can be displayed on a wall. The project for this workshop is a freeform method to get comfortable with the tools and learn their capabilities. Students will make either a bud vase or an artistic panel or sculptural piece in this beginner-level workshop. This is an introductory workshop in Power Carving. Other classes offered: Intermediate Power Carving I | Carving a Spoon, Intermediate Power Carving II | Make a Bowl. This workshop is appropriate for ages 18 and older. No experience necessary. All materials included. • Military discount • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

People get a lot wrong when it comes to paying for vacation, say travel experts, and that can cost serious cash. Here's how to plan a trip that's safe, adventurous and under budget.

Shelter to Soldier is excited to announce its Inaugural Salute to Paws 5K and Gratitude Festival for Dogs on Saturday, November 16, at Naval Training Center (NTC) Park in Liberty Station (2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA 92106). This fun-filled event aims to raise funds for Shelter to Soldier’s life-changing programs, which rescue dogs from local shelters and train them to become service animals for post-9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Military Sexual Trauma, and other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. Join Shelter to Soldier in their mission of “Saving Lives, Two at a Time,” with a morning of fitness, gratitude, and family fun, with or without your four-legged family members. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., followed by an all-levels yoga flow at 8 a.m. and 5K launch at 9 am. After your run, stay for the Gratitude Festival for Dogs to give your pup a “high paw” and a special thank you. The Inaugural Gratitude Festival for Dogs is a can’t miss event for dog lovers, celebrating the beauty and unconditional love they bring to your world. The festival will feature live music, a beer and mimosa garden, vendors in the pet space, and special activities to express gratitude to your canine best friend for the joy they bring to your world. Visitors will also be able to meet and greet with adoptable dogs from Labs & More Rescue on “Rescue Row”, for those looking to add a faithful companion to their family. This event is proudly sponsored by Petco Love, UNITE Doggy ‘Poo, Sycuan Casino Resort, and Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Pricing begins at $50 for adults, $25 for children, and $10 to add your dog. All 5k registrations include access to the Gratitude Festival. From now until October 15th, enjoy early bird savings of $10 off adult tickets, $5 off child tickets, and free entry for dogs. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Visit: https://www.classy.org/event/salute-to-paws-5k-and-gratitude-festival-for-dogs/e622435 Shelter to Soldier on Instagram and Facebook

Hoping to bring the giant, ancient animal back from extinction, scientists have created a far smaller woolly creature. Woolly mice have some of the key traits of mammoths, including their thick, hairy coat.

Monday, Thursday, Friday December 23, 26, 27 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. This half-week of Craft Camp is all about celebrating the season and the hands-on creative process while making fun projects and forging friendships! There will be new fun projects with each camp and each day. Projects and depth of skill exploration are matched up to the children’s age/ability. This camp is recommended for children 6-12 years. Transfer from Another Liberty Station Arts Camp Optional | No Charge If your child is in another camp in Liberty Station Arts District that ends as ours begins and you need your child transferred, let us know! We’re happy to have a staff member walk your child from one camp to this one. Lunch Hour Supervision Optional | $15/three lunches If you’d like your child to stay during the lunch hour, from 12-1pm each day, there’s a $15 fee for the hour to cover the lunchtime gap. They can bring a lunch to eat, with the option to do a fun craft after lunch. • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: Winter Holiday Kids Craft Camp | 6-12yrs San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Sew & Personalize your own Apron! Sunday, November 24, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Come grow your skills with this customizable apron class. Whether its in the studio, garage, kitchen, garden, or pottery wheel, make your apron work for you. In this 4-hour class you will learn to cut, design, and sew a gathered apron with waistband tie and bib. You will learn to measure for your fit, make straps and ties, discuss fabric anatomy, choose pocket placement and construction, and have the option to add ruffles, pin tucks, gathers &/or pleats for embellishment. Pockets and ruffles where you want them!All materials are included. However, if you’d like to bring your own fabric &/or matching thread, you are welcome to bring 2-3 yards of a light weight to light canvas fabric (most home sewing machines cannot handle sewing through multiple layers of thick canvas fabric so please don’t bring any to this class).Please note, if bringing your own sewing machine, it is very important to make sure it is fully functional before class. This class is ideal for ages 12+, 8-12yrs can attend with a dedicated adult helper. • Military and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.