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Research shows that having a sense of purpose can lower stress levels and boost our mental health. Finding meaning may not have to be an ambitious project.

Denmark's military says its arctic command forces evacuated a crew member of a U.S. submarine off the coast of Greenland for urgent medical treatment.

Primary voters in a small number of districts play an outsized role in deciding who wins Congress. The Trump-initiated mid-decade redistricting is driving that number of competitive seats even lower.

An ofrenda at the CEART in Tijuana honors journalists killed while working. Then, our film critics return for a Halloween edition of Midday Movies.

The TSA said Sunday that its PreCheck program would remain operational despite an earlier announcement the airport security service was being suspended during the partial government shutdown.

Celebrate the season with festive performances from Carlsbad Unified’s talented choirs, jazz ensembles, and student musicians. Enjoy holiday music, hot cocoa, cookies, and a cheerful community atmosphere as the Fountain Parking Lot transforms into a twinkling outdoor venue for the evening. Performance Schedule: 4 p.m. – Abbey Zavala, Soloist 5 p.m. – Carlsbad High School Holiday Jazz Band 5:30 p.m. – Aviara Oaks, Calavera Hills & Valley Middle School Groups 6 p.m. – Carlsbad High School Carolers 6:30 p.m. – Chamber Ensembles from Carlsbad & Sage Creek High Schools 7 p.m. – Carlsbad High School Holiday Jazz Band Come early, explore the Village, and enjoy a festive night of music and holiday cheer.\ Carlsbad Village Association on Facebook / Instagram

NCIS: North County Improv Squad presents a fun night of improv comedy at OTC’s Studio 219 (219 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA), similar to what you’d see on "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" Everything is made up completely on the spot based on audience suggestions. It’s a truly entertaining and spontaneous way to spend your evening! PG-13 North County Improv Squad - NCIS on Instagram

Join us for "We Are Each Other's Harvest: Celebrating African American Farmers, Land, and Legacy" with Natalie Baszile at the San Diego Central Library! San Diego Public Library and USD Copley Library are thrilled to present Natalie Baszile for this year's Black History Month Author spotlight. This in-person event will also include a resource fair, Q&A session, book signing and—for attendees who arrive early—a FREE copy of one of Natalie's books.* 5 p.m. | Resource Fair 6 p.m. | Author Talk 7 p.m. | Book Signing Registration is highly recommended. Visit https://mysdpl.org/nataliebaszile to reserve your spot! *Arrive early—the first 50 attendees receive one of Natalie's books. Natalie Baszile is the author of the novel, "Queen Sugar," which was adapted for seven television seasons and nominated for an NAACP Image Award. She has a M.A. in Afro-American Studies from UCLA, and an MFA from Warren Wilson College's MFA Program for Writers. Join us as we discuss Natalie Baszile's new non-fiction book, "We are Each Other's Harvest: Celebrating African American Farmers, Land & Legacy," where Natalie brings together essays, poems, conversations, portraits, and first-person narratives to tell the story of Black people's connection to the land from Emancipation to the present. Natalie's passion for the stories of Black farmers and land stewards comes from a desire to shift the narrative around agriculture, farming, and labor. ==== Parking at Central Library ==== Attendees may park for up to 2 hours FREE, with a validated ticket, in Central Library's underground parking garage. For more information on how to get to the event, please visit the Central Library website. https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/central-library/parking ==== Additional Lecture at USD ==== A second author talk, held inside the Mother Hill room of USD Copley Library will take place on Monday, February 23 at 6 p.m. and will follow a similar format. This program is open to the public. Natalie Baszile on Facebook / Instagram

Lumi invites you to a festive evening on Thursday, December 18 from 5-7 p.m. for a Christmas-themed sushi-making class! Guided by a professional sushi chef, guests will craft Lumi’s new Specialty Roll, a hand roll, hosomaki, and the chef’s selection of nigiri, all while learning hands-on techniques to elevate their sushi-making skills. The experience includes a themed welcome cocktail plus a sake intro lesson from World Sake, featuring two complimentary pairings and exciting prize giveaways. Guests will also take home signature Lumi sauces, custom chopsticks, and a bamboo rolling mat to continue the fun at home. Christmas attire is encouraged–ugly sweaters, festive colors, and all your holiday flair! Space is extremely limited and these classes sell out every time, so be sure to reserve your spot. Tickets are $80, add on a Lumi Sake Flight for $25 to enhance your evening (taxes and fees will be applied). Lumi by Akira Back on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a full on holiday pop up that's far from bright and merry. Get ready to dive into your nostalgic side for the holiday season at Emo XMAS, where we trade in the jingle bells for sad songs and singalongs. Update your MySpace photo and change your AOL away message, we're throwing it back to a time when all that mattered was when Fall Out Boy was playing or if Taking Back Sunday would be playing Warped Tour. THIS IS A LIMITED TIME - MONTH LONG POP UP with a special emo/pop punk throwback holiday twist. Follow @EmoChristmas on IG for sneak peaks & reminders!