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Russia launched a wave of attacks on Ukraine's capital overnight, and Ukraine attacked southern Russia, during a renewed U.S. push to end the war.

Join Corazon de Vida Foundation for Noche de Gala, an unforgettable evening celebrating Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and raising vital funds for orphaned and abandoned children in Baja, Mexico. Join in the spirit and symbolism of this vibrant Mexican tradition that honors life, love, and remembrance. Themed attire encouraged. Event Features: • Champagne Greeting • Cocktail Hour • Live Entertainment • Premium Tastings • Dinner & Dancing • Silent & Live Auctions VIP tables include premium placement of their table, dinner wines, valet parking, acknowledgment, and a special gift. Corazon de Vida has provided life-changing support for orphaned and abandoned children in Baja, Mexico since 1994. We are on a mission to end child abandonment by breaking the vicious cycle of poverty. We do this by funding a network of private orphanages, providing quality-of-life improvement services, and investing in children’s futures by funding higher education. Corazon de Vida Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

Plants that live their lives rooted to a single spot must develop a broad range of defenses to survive. These defenses can be toxic to various insects and animals, including humans. Yet these plants have also provided the source for 70% to 80% of health-aiding medicines. This tour will explore the many examples of plants in Balboa Park to treat with caution. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will visit the White House Tuesday, his first since the 2018 killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi agents.

Camp Christmas is lighting the campfire for its 5th annual holiday festival with 19 nights of holiday joy. Tickets are now on sale for this season. Opens on Friday, Nov. 21. The popular holiday festival runs Friday through Sunday for back-to-back weekends, Nov. 21 through Dec. 14 Then December 17-23; each evening 5:30 to 9 p.m. With all the lights and sounds of the holidays, Camp Christmas is an explosion of the holiday season, all in one place! From colorful dancing water shows to holiday photo ops, winter hayrides and train rides, as well as “Sappy,” The Talking Christmas Tree – there’s something for everyone that will boost the holiday spirit. New this year is axe throwing, a circus themed Merry Midway – with Basketball Hot Shot, Bowler Roller, Giant Wheel Spin and more! – and a Camp Christmas raffle. There’s also archery, bounce houses, a game room, plus laser tag, a tree top climbing wall and face painting. Additionally, Camp also boasts a Sugar Shack, and multiple dining options, including a new hot dog cart. Camp Christmas is located at 8668 Pine Creek Road in Pine Valley (91962). The altitude at Camp Christmas is 4,000 feet and the evenings can be chilly. Warm clothing – winter jackets, snow hats, scarves, and gloves – are recommended. Most activities are free with the price of admission, with a few requiring a nominal fee. November ticket prices are: $15 for adults and ages 16+ and $10 for children 5- to 15-years old, with kids 4-years and under free. There is a military discount of $2 per ticket (available only at the door). December ticket prices increase slightly to $17 for adults and ages 16+ and $12 for children 5- to 15-years old, with kids 4-years and under free. There is a military discount of $2 per ticket (available only at the door). For every full-price ticket purchased in December ($12 and $17), one free bonus Raffle Ticket will be provided at entry ($1.00 value per ticket). Parking is $10 per car. For questions, contact info@pinevalleycampchristmas.com. For more information, visit www.PineValleyCampChristmas.com. Pine Valley Camp Christmas on Facebook / Instagram

Camp Christmas is lighting the campfire for its 5th annual holiday festival with 19 nights of holiday joy. Tickets are now on sale for this season, which opens on Friday, Nov. 21. The popular holiday festival runs Friday through Sunday for back-to-back weekends, Nov. 21 through Dec. 14, then Dec. 17-23; each evening 5:30 to 9 p.m. With all the lights and sounds of the holidays, Camp Christmas is an explosion of the holiday season, all in one place! From colorful dancing water shows to holiday photo ops, winter hayrides and train rides, as well as “Sappy,” The Talking Christmas Tree – there’s something for everyone that will boost the holiday spirit. New this year is axe throwing, a circus themed Merry Midway – with Basketball Hot Shot, Bowler Roller, Giant Wheel Spin and more! – and a Camp Christmas raffle. There’s also archery, bounce houses, a game room, plus laser tag, a tree top climbing wall and face painting. Additionally, Camp also boasts a Sugar Shack, and multiple dining options, including a new hot dog cart. Camp Christmas is located at 8668 Pine Creek Road in Pine Valley (91962). The altitude at Camp Christmas is 4,000 feet and the evenings can be chilly. Warm clothing – winter jackets, snow hats, scarves, and gloves – are recommended. Most activities are free with the price of admission, with a few requiring a nominal fee. November ticket prices are: $15 for adults and ages 16+ and $10 for children 5- to 15-years old, with kids 4-years and under free. There is a military discount of $2 per ticket (available only at the door). December ticket prices increase slightly to $17 for adults and ages 16+ and $12 for children 5- to 15-years old, with kids 4-years and under free. There is a military discount of $2 per ticket (available only at the door). For every full-price ticket purchased in December ($12 and $17), one free bonus Raffle Ticket will be provided at entry ($1.00 value per ticket). Parking is $10 per car. For questions, contact info@pinevalleycampchristmas.com. For more information, visit www.PineValleyCampChristmas.com. Pine Valley Camp Christmas on Facebook / Instagram

The House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, originally built for the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition, is a colorful complex of 32 single-story cottages. The varied cultures represented are matched by an equally diverse floral landscape from around the world. Discover the rich variety of trees and plants that most visitors miss while enjoying the charming cottages and their host cultures. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: Balboa Park Horticultural Tours Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

The Justice Department released some of the Epstein files, including many previously public documents, related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's criminal charges and his death by suicide in federal custody.

Explore the many trees from around the world that provide the backdrop to “The Jewel of San Diego.” Many of the tree species along Balboa Park’s main El Prado walkway became so admired they were used to decorate the gardens and streets of San Diego, other coastal areas of Southern California, and beyond. Learn about their features, their history, their success, and how they became emblematic of Southern California. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: Balboa Park Horticultural Tours Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

It's a whole new world for Mickey, Simba, Stitch and more as Disney brings hundreds of its characters to Sora, the short-form video platform from OpenAI, as part of a three-year licensing agreement.