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Every year, we ask NPR staff and book critics to share their favorite titles in our annual Books We Love guide. Behind the scenes, it's fun to spot trends and see what gets nominated again and again.

Alabama used nitrogen gas Thursday to execute a man convicted of killing three people, the second time the method that has generated debate about its humaneness has been used in the country.

The Micron project comes after the White House has announced massive investments for Intel, TSMC and Samsung in recent weeks using funds from the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act.

Experience the mouth-watering flavors of autumn with San Diego Restaurant Week, returning for its 20th year from Sunday, September 24, 2023, through Sunday, October 1, 2023. With over 100 restaurants across 30+ neighborhoods, this year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever. As the leaves start to turn golden and the air turns crisp, San Diego's culinary scene will once again be buzzing with excitement for the upcoming fall season. From farm-to-table feasts to hearty comfort foods, the city's top chefs are showcasing their autumn-inspired creations during San Diego Restaurant Week. The city's top chefs are ready to showcase their autumn-inspired creations, which range from farm-to-table feasts to hearty comfort foods that will surely warm your soul. And with San Diego Restaurant Week's revamped pricing system, finding the perfect dining option that fits your budget has never been easier. Prices start at just $20, with easy-to-understand price points increasing in $5 increments. Whether you're in the mood for a mouthwatering two-course lunch or a luxurious three-course dinner, there's a trendy bistro or upscale restaurant that has got you covered. Our participating restaurants have meticulously crafted their menus to showcase the very best of San Diego's diverse and vibrant food scene. Indulge in delectable seafood, savor succulent steaks, or savor the flavors of locally sourced produce, ensuring that every Restaurant Week dish is packed with seasonal flavors and unmatched charm. With our website filters for neighborhood, cuisine, dining options, and price point, deciding on the ideal brunch, lunch, or dinner option has never been easier. Simply visit SanDiegoRestaurantWeek.com to browse a list of participating restaurants and menus. The California Restaurant Association's San Diego County Chapter, which has over 100 years of experience, is proud to present this event. The CRA offers industry insiders unparalleled insight into the state's vibrant restaurant and hospitality industries. The CRA is constantly striving to simultaneously improve the restaurant business and breed the next generation of food service leaders, ensuring the future of this vital industry. So mark your calendars and join us for San Diego Restaurant Week as we celebrate the flavors of fall and embark on a culinary journey like no other! With new restaurants being added daily, this year's event promises to be even more exciting than ever before. Don't miss the chance to experience this foodie-favorite week, and be sure to make your reservations early to secure your spot at the table.

Celebrate the Mothers (and Others) Who Shape Us! This Mother's Day, join us for a heartwarming evening of stories at our special "Mothers and Others" Storytelling Concert! Warm your heart and tickle your funny bone with tales of those who nurture, guide, and inspire us. More than just moms! We'll hear stories about grandmothers, aunts, teachers, and mentors who stepped in and offered a motherly hand. Storytellers Catherine Bonin, Linda King Pruitt, Linda Lewis, Aunt Li-Anne, James Nelson-Lucas, and Emily Stamets will bring these experiences to life, capturing the laughter, tears, and profound connections with these special bonds. Whether you're looking for a nostalgic trip down memory lane, a heartwarming celebration of mothers, or simply an afternoon of captivating stories, this is the event for you. Come and enjoy the Original Social Media: Storytelling. Experience this age-old art form with a taste of sweet honey wine. So pull up a chair, get a glass of mead or cider, and get ready to hear live Storytelling in an authentic Viking Mead and Feasting Hall. Drink from the Horn and Don’t Miss a Word 21 and up only, please! A $5 donation is asked to thank our Storytellers #DrinkFromTheHorn #DontMissAWord #Storytelling #SpokenWord #MothersDay #Storytelling #MothersAndOthers #Community #Heartwarming Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

Join San Francisco-based artist Joshua Moreno as we investigate ideas of cultivation and familial histories by making terrariums. Like the Japanese-Californian citrus that appears in the work of artist Kelly Akashi, some plants are hybridized and carefully cultivated, while others, like weeds, sprout resiliently on their own. Akashi explores these ideas through her sculpture, investigating plant life as a metaphor for family. Schedule | • Tour of "Kelly Akashi: Formations" • Create a terrarium and leave with new memories About Joshua Moreno | Moreno examines the overlapping relationship between the natural and human-made environment, highlighting patterns and systems of efficiency. He re-evaluates everyday spaces and objects through installation, drawing, and film, with attention to elemental phenomena. Moreno was born and raised in Watsonville, California. He received his BFA from the University of California, San Diego and an MFA from Stanford University in 2022. Since 2012, Moreno has been working in education, teaching art history, filmmaking, and art courses. Presently, he teaches drawing at Stanford University. What is a terrarium? | A terrarium is a miniature, self-contained ecosystem enclosed within a transparent container, typically made of glass or plastic. It houses small plants, moss, or succulents, creating a visually appealing and low-maintenance indoor garden. The enclosed environment allows for a natural water cycle, with moisture evaporating from the plants and then condensing on the container walls, sustaining the plants within the sealed space.

California's budget deficit is at least $45 billion, a shortfall so large it prompted Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday to propose painful spending cuts impacting immigrants, kindergarteners and low-income parents seeking child care in a state often lauded for having the world's fifth-largest economy.

One person was wounded and two were taken into custody. The incident did not involve any students, but prompted the school to cancel classes and activities Thursday night.

JD Vance and Tim Walz debated on Tuesday in the last scheduled debate of the election. The sparring was mostly collegial but a number of points on key issues require additional context or corrections.

Volunteers removed nearly 4,000 pounds of trash from nine San Diego County beaches on Friday as part of annual efforts to clean up local beaches after the Fourth of July holiday.