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New research finds that the most commonly prescribed antibiotics in Southeast Asia are only 50% effective at treating sepsis and meningitis in newborns. It's a cause for global concern.

A devastating earthquake forces San Francisco to consider the radical notion of tearing a freeway down.

The court has struck down President Biden's plan to discharge federal student loan debt for tens of millions of Americans. Here are five takeaways for borrowers and the country.

The Mental Bar is celebrating its first-anniversary with a community gathering on September 24, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Renowned as a third space for locals to spend time in between work and home where they enjoy quality food and beverages and experiences that get them out of their head and fuel their soul, The Mental Bar has evolved into a cherished destination in the heart of the Black Arts & Culture District of San Diego, where outlets for exercise, exchange, and healthy food and drink are scarce. Guests are invited to visit and take part in an unforgettable anniversary celebration where The Mental Bar will go above and beyond to give back and celebrate by showcasing the community that made this first year of business a success.

Palomar Handweavers & Spinners Guild presents our annual Fiber Arts Fiesta, free admission & parking. Book signing & presentation by Virginia Postrel on Saturday, October 7, 1-2p.m., $10. See the Weavers Barn for equipment & yarn sales.

Three years after President Biden issued an executive order for boosting voter registration, GOP officials are ramping up efforts to turn it into a partisan flash point before this fall’s election.

Japan dropped its highest-level tsunami alert, issued following a series of major earthquakes, but told residents of coastal areas not to return to their homes as deadly waves could still come.

Philadelphia – city of brotherly love, birthplace of American democracy. And the only place in the world where presidential flags are made.

Premieres Sundays, Sept. 3 – Oct. 8, 2023 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. Binge all six episodes of Season 5 the night of the season premiere with KPBS Passport! DCI Jessica “Jess” James joins DI Sunny Khan to investigate the discovery of human remains in West London. The ghost of much-loved former colleague Cassie Stuart looms over Sunny and the team, as Jess knows there will be big shoes for her to fill.

A powerful solar storm struck Earth, triggering spectacular celestial light shows in skies around the world — and threatening possible disruptions to satellites and power grids.