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A new study out this week from the museum think tank Remuseum suggests free admission attracts more visitors without increasing costs.

A Peruvian farmer is going head to head with German energy giant in a climate law test case.

The beauty of bouquets comes with a cost to the cloud forests of Colombia, the largest exporter of flowers and foliage to the United States.

Republicans are "nervous" about President Trump's tariffs raising prices, says Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia. He plans to force a vote in the Senate on them soon.

Carney, 59, will succeed Justin Trudeau, who announced in January that he would step down amid low approval ratings following a decade in office.

Attention Business Owners! The Port of San Diego is kicking off its annual three-part workshop series, How to Do Business with the Port. The first workshop will be held on October 16, and will cover how to become a registered vendor with a government agency, and how to navigate the business opportunity portal. The Port works with businesses and vendors from a variety of industries including construction, project management, engineering, special event services and many more. All trades and industries are welcome. We look forward to working with you! WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND: -Stability of multi-year contracts. -Learn about the Port’s needs and upcoming projects, and how your business can help. -Learn how to bid on available business opportunities. -Learn how to receive contract opportunity notifications. -Meet with Port project managers from a variety of departments. -Light refreshments will be available. Presentation: 3 - 4 p.m., Networking Opportunity: 4 - 5 p.m. To learn more and RSVP, visit the Port of San Diego website for the full event listing. Visit: https://www.portofsandiego.org/events/port-sponsored-events/how-do-business-port-workshop-1?utm_source=FREEEVENTLISTING&utm_medium=KPBS&utm_campaign=HOWTO2024&utm_id=HOWTO2024 Port of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

President Donald Trump is openly challenging U.S. allies by increasing tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25% as he vows to take back wealth he says was “stolen” by other countries, drawing quick retaliation from Europe and Canada.

Premieres Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. Investigating China's rule over Tibet. With footage from inside the region, how the Communist regime controls Tibet's Buddhist population, and the battle over the succession of its spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama.

The La Mesa Village Association's (LMVA) 9th annual Holiday in the Village event is getting a refresh this year focusing on enhanced holiday traditions that are fully immersed in La Mesa’s charm. This year, the organization will offer new and exciting activities during the one-day event while keeping the annual favorites the community has come to cherish. One of the biggest changes this year is that all the activities offered will be FREE to guests. The LMVA is adding fun new experiences, including skating on a synthetic “ice” rink, an “All White Wonderland” kids area filled with inflatable bouncies, Mrs. Claus Reading Nook where families can enjoy listening to holiday themed stories, an adorable Gingerbread House photo booth, Miniature Golf and a fun-themed Elf Adventure Trail where guests can seek out elves sprinkled throughout local businesses and can enter to win one of the elves! Treasured favorites returning to the Holiday in the Village event include the cherished “Selfies with Santa”, strolling carolers, holiday performances by local schools, clubs and more, fun-themed holiday stilt walkers – perfect for selfies, and an “Elf Yourself” station where guests can outfit themselves in whimsical elf ears. The event will also feature a variety of food vendors selling fresh popped kettle corn, hot food items, beverages and more, plus a fresh new variety of vendors to shop for unique holiday gifts! And, as the sun goes down, relax with friends and family around cozy fire pits and take in all the merriment of the season that surrounds you in downtown La Mesa. "We are so excited for this year's event! We love our community and are truly grateful for the support they give throughout the year,” says Pam Rader and Michelle Huey, co-chairs for this year's event. “As a giveback to our community, ALL of our activities are FREE! So, we hope everybody comes to the Village to bounce, “ice-skate”, golf, and selfie the day away!” The downtown restaurants and retail shops will also be open throughout the event for guests to shop, dine and explore. The 9th Annual Holiday in the Village takes place in the heart of downtown La Mesa along La Mesa Blvd. between 4th Street to Spring St. on Saturday, December 14 from Noon to 9 p.m. The La Mesa Village Association (LMVA) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to enhance the La Mesa Village through promotions, improvements and community events making it the preferred destination for our businesses, the community, and visitors. For additional information about the LMVA, or to become a member, visit www.lamesavillageassociation.org.

Chinese business people may be able to find creative ways to avoid U.S. tariffs, but for Beijing, its concerns for the incoming Trump presidency go beyond trade.