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An aerial view of the skyline of downtown San Diego, Oct. 2, 2023.

Immigration fuels uptick in US population growth

It is a sign of things to come. Without immigration, the U.S. population is projected to decline because deaths are expected to outpace births by the late 2030s.

UAW members strike the General Motors Lansing Delta Assembly Plant in Lansing, Mich., on Sept. 29, 2023. The UAW clinched a deal with GM more than six weeks after the start of the auto strike.

The UAW reaches a tentative deal with GM, the last holdout of Detroit's Big 3

Record deals with all three unionized automakers means a historic 6-week strike is ending — for now. The deals still need to be ratified by members, who could choose to go back to the table.

Pope Francis leads a mass in memory of the Supreme Pontiff Benedict XVI and the Cardinals and Bishops who died over the course of the year at St Peter's basilica in The Vatican, on November 3, 2023.

'A solid step forward' — LGBTQ+ Catholics react to same-sex blessing declaration

Priests are now allowed to bless same-sex couples after the Vatican released new guidance.

Brad Gist, 30, works with Liam Levinson, 28, during a lab for a 10-day semiconductor course at Chandler Gilbert Community College in Mesa, Ariz., on Oct. 11, 2023.

Biden has big plans for semiconductors. But there's a big hole: not enough workers

President Biden has $52.7 billion to invest in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing plants. But there's a big shortfall in workers for the new jobs.

Lost French love letters from the 1750s reveal what life was like during wartime

A University of Cambridge historian has decoded more than 100 previously unopened letters sent during the Seven Years War.

Point Loma Nazarene University art history professor Jim Daichendt points to images on a mural, painted by artist Dyse One, at the corner of Imperial Avenue and 20th Street.

From murals to monuments, San Diego is covered with public art

The region has a diverse mix of murals representing local culture and history, whimsical sculptures and edgy pieces that provoke discussion.

The removal of the Confederate Memorial in Section 16 of Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, Va., is on hold after a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order.

A judge halted the removal of a Confederate memorial at Arlington National Cemetery

A group filed suit saying that the removal of the memorial was disturbing surrounding graves. A federal judge ordered workers to stop and scheduled a hearing for Wednesday.

'Young Mungo' tells the love story of 2 boys — one Protestant, the other Catholic

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with author Douglas Stuart about his latest book Young Mungo, centers on a romance between two teenage boys: one Protestant, one Catholic.

Ailyn Pérez in the title role of Daniel Catán's <em>Florencia en el Amazonas</em>.

Finding a place at the Met, this opera sings in a language of its own

Florencia gives star Ailyn Pérez a rare chance to sing in Spanish. As the bilingual daughter of Mexican immigrants, she learned early on that language had the power to shape her experience and voice.

Bootcamp and Bloody Mary’s at Lakehouse Hotel and Resort

Join us for Bootcamp and Bloody Mary’s at Lakehouse Hotel & Resort on Sunday, October 16 starting at 10:30am. Start the morning with a 45-minute fitness and strength training class from Fortis Fitness followed by a complimentary Bloody Mary by the pool. Tickets are $35 and include the fitness class, complimentary cocktail, 20% off Lakehouse Hotel’s elevated pub-style restaurant, The Grill, and a day pool pass that gives access to the resort’s sparkling pools and spa tubs! Tickets are also available for $25 for those not interested in the pool pass. Hotel guests and locals are welcome to attend. Follow on social media! Facebook + Twitter

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