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More than 90 Muslim scholars, community leaders and institutions are calling on Muslim nations to leverage their influence to end what they described as escalating genocide in Gaza by Israeli forces.

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens invites you to join us for a free event for the community to celebrate the Earth with fun and informative activities for the whole family. Earth Day Festival: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Food available for purchase – Courtesy Amigos de Vista Lions - Plant sale and garden advice from GrowGetters - Garden shop is open – Come check out our crafts & snacks - Sweets, shopping, and conversation at all our vendor booths Visit: https://altavistabotanicalgardens.org/earth-day-festival/

They toil in mines, tend crops, scrub floors. An author of a new report on child labor points to great progress in reducing the number of kids who work but says the numbers remain "unacceptable."

Central Javanese wayang kulit is a form of shadow puppet theater that brings ancient stories to life through intricately carved leather puppets, vibrant live gamelan music, and the masterful storytelling of the dalang (puppet master). A tradition that dates back centuries and portrays the epic stories of Ramayana and Mahabharata, wayang kulit blends mythology, philosophy, and humor into an immersive performance that captivates audiences of all ages. Rarely experienced outside of Indonesia, this is a truly immersive performance you won’t want to miss! On Monday, May 5, 2025, we are honored to welcome Bapak Midiyanto (UC Berkeley) and his son, Hanggoro Murti (Java, Indonesia), alongside the SDSU Javanese Gamelan Ensemble for two special showings—one at 6 p.m. and another at 7:30 p.m. Visit: https://music.sdsu.edu/calendar#event-details/c95bdd0d-618e-4691-96c1-7c06b4722de8 San Diego State University on Instagram and Facebook

On May 11, VAGA will host a special Mother’s Day Brunch, featuring a three-course menu with seasonal dishes such as Duck Carnitas Hash, Tres Leches French Toast, and Pink Grapefruit Panna Cotta. Whether unwinding by the sea or indulging in culinary and spa experiences, Alila Marea offers a refined and restorative way to celebrate the occasion. Reservations Sunday, May 11 Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m Price: $65 per guest Location: VAGA at Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas - 2100 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 VAGA Restaurant & Bar | Encinitas on Facebook / Instagram

Easter Brunch at VAGA Encinitas | $65 pp On April 20, the resort’s signature restaurant VAGA will celebrate Easter with a festive brunch by newly appointed Executive Chef Tim Crittenden, offering a coastal California take on holiday classics. Guests can enjoy a vibrant selection of dishes like Smoked Salmon Tostada with lemon-dill crème fraîche and caviar, a Crab Omelette with squash blossom and queso fonduta, or Buttermilk Pancakes topped with strawberry rhubarb and vanilla labneh. A colorful dessert display - including lavender vanilla macarons and strawberries and cream tarts - adds a sweet finish to this springtime gathering. Reservations Sunday, April 20 Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m Price: $65 per guest Location: VAGA at Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas - 2100 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 VAGA Restaurant & Bar | Encinitas on Facebook / Instagram

Marine mammal researchers are investigating how sea lions were affected by the longest toxic algal bloom on record off the coast of Southern California. Some sea lions are being released back into the wild.

Bernard J. Baars, PhD is a former Senior Fellow in Theoretical Neurobiology at the Neurosciences Institute in San Diego. He is best known as the originator of the global workspace theory, a concept of human cognitive architecture and consciousness. Dr. Baars will focus on the empirical evidence for the existence of this state and suggest a principled method to study the psychophysics of silent consciousness. As Wilder Penfield wrote, “cortex is the organ of mind.” If unable to join in person, please click the following link to join the zoom webinar. Visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82355865049?pwd=L6qb7N092nB6M1hQnKNu5bY4atd78p.1#success Meeting ID: 823 5586 5049; Passcode: SDIS

Buzz around DeepSeek built into a wave of concern that hammered tech stocks on Monday.

The final day of San Diego Comic-Con still has lots of options, especially for families.